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A look at seven Tests with the most premature endings since 2000
A turning wicket caused chaos for batsmen on both sides as England's first-innings collapse for 112 set the tone.
Feb 25, 16:07
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend pictured in March 2020
Gregor Townsend calls for France clash to be rescheduled when Scotland have stars available
Scotland are against playing the fixture outside the designated international window.
Feb 25, 16:07
England's Jonny May scores a try on February 2, 2020
Jonny May: 'We must keep improving in attack'
Eddie Jones' side take on Wales this weekend.
Feb 25, 16:05
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker pictured in September 2020
Liverpool "deeply saddened" by death of Alisson Becker's father
Jose Agostinho Alisson Becker is understood to have drowned when swimming on his property on Wednesday.
Feb 25, 16:05
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
England suffer two-day Test defeat to India
Spinner Axar Patel took five for 32 to finish with a match haul of 11 wickets.
Feb 25, 16:04
Alastair Cook pictured in September 2018
Pundits criticise pitch, England selection policy after loss
There were 17 wickets inside two sessions on the second day of the Test as Joe Root's side suffered defeat.
Feb 25, 16:04
India's Rohit Sharma celebrates another century against Bangladesh on July 2, 2019
A closer look at day two of India against England
England slipped 2-1 down in the series.
Feb 25, 16:02
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on January 20, 2021
Bernardo Silva sets sights on unprecedented quadruple
Bernardo Silva scored one and set up another as relentless City chalked up their 19th successive win by beating Borussia Monchengladbach 2-0 on Wednesday.
Feb 25, 16:02
Wales' George North pictured in March 2020
Wayne Pivac lavishes praise on "highly-motivated" George North
George North made his Test debut as an 18-year-old wing in 2010.
Feb 25, 16:01
Murray Davidson in action for St Johnstone in September 2015
Callum Davidson provides Murray Davidson fitness update
The St Johnstone midfielder is battling to recover from a calf problem in time to face Livingston at Hampden Park.
Feb 25, 16:00
Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured on February 14, 2021
Marcelo Bielsa wants Jack Grealish to face Leeds United
Jack Grealish missed Villa's defeat to Leicester with a leg injury and it is unclear if the England midfielder will be ready to return this weekend.
Feb 25, 15:59
Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti pictured in February 2021
Carlo Ancelotti targeting long stay as Everton boss
Planning permission was granted for the 52,888-capacity ground near the River Mersey, which is scheduled to open in time for the 2024-25 season.
Feb 25, 15:59
England's Courtney Lawes after the match on February 23, 2020
Courtney Lawes could miss rest of Six Nations due to injury
Courtney Lawes will miss the Cardiff showdown after injuring his pectoral muscle during Wednesday's full-blooded training session.
Feb 25, 15:58
Ireland's Johnny Sexton scores a penalty on February 1, 2020
Andy Farrell: 'Johnny Sexton's appetite is as strong as ever'
Captain Johnny Sexton said on Tuesday that he "might not" be around for the 2023 World Cup in France.
Feb 25, 14:02
France boss Fabien Galthie pictured in February 2021
France, Scotland Six Nations clash postponed
The entire France team is in quarantine after the French Rugby Federation reported an 11th player had contracted the virus.
Feb 25, 13:27
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
England on course for defeat inside two days
England were bowled out for 81.
Feb 25, 13:27
Wales' George North pictured in March 2020
Shane Williams tips George North to continue breaking records
George North, 28, will bring up his century of appearances when Wales face England in Cardiff on Saturday.
Feb 25, 12:55
Joe Root in action for England on January 27, 2020
A look at how Joe Root's five-for-eight compares to best Test bowling figures
The part-time off-spinner ripped through India's tail in Ahmedabad.
Feb 25, 12:41
Wales' George North pictured in March 2020
George North to earn 100th Wales cap against England
George North will eclipse Australia captain Michael Hooper by four weeks as the youngest player to reach a century of caps for their country.
Feb 25, 12:39
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured on January 3, 2021
Pep Guardiola jokes success is all down to Manchester City's spending power
City chalked up their 19th successive win in all competitions when they beat Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday.
Feb 25, 12:15
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell ahead of the match on February 23, 2020
Andy Farrell makes seven changes for clash with Italy
Ireland have made their worst start to a Six Nations campaign after defeats to Wales and France.
Feb 25, 12:14
Alfie Devine celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur against Marine on January 10, 2021
A closer look at the next generation of Tottenham Hotspur stars
Dane Scarlett, Alfie Devine and Nile John are among the Tottenham teenagers making a good impression this season.
Feb 25, 12:14
England captain Joe Root celebrates with the Wisden Trophy on July 28, 2020
Joe Root stars as England pull themselves back into contention
Captain takes five Indian wickets in dramatic fashion.
Feb 25, 11:12
Dele Alli in action for Spurs on November 26, 2020
Jose Mourinho excited by Dele Alli's return to form
Dele Alli was marginalised by the Spurs boss for the first half of the season and was primed to leave during the January transfer window.
Feb 25, 11:11
England's Courtney Lawes after the match on February 23, 2020
England's Courtney Lawes to miss Wales clash through injury
Courtney Lawes was poised to continue at blindside flanker for the Cardiff showdown, but Mark Wilson will take his place.
Feb 25, 11:11
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James Child: 'I have received homophobic abuse, death threats'
Super League official James Child, 37, has become one of the highest profile names in rugby to open up about being gay.
Feb 25, 10:46
France boss Fabien Galthie pictured in February 2021
France suspend training ahead of Scotland clash after positive coronavirus test
Coronavirus concerns linger over fixture.
Feb 25, 10:29
Sebastian Coe pictured on March 30, 2019
Sebastian Coe seeks voice treatment after alert from radio listener
Lord Coe was being interviewed on BBC Radio 4 just before Christmas.
Feb 25, 10:28
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker's father dies in Brazil
Reports in Brazil say that 57-year-old Jose Agostinho Alisson Becker drowned after going for a swim on his property in Lavras do Sul.
Feb 25, 10:26
Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell in action with Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma on February 24, 2021
NBA roundup: Utah Jazz impressively overcome Los Angeles Lakers
The Jazz shot 45 per cent from three in the 25-point victory.
Feb 25, 08:20
Jason Robinson grins from ear to ear
On This Day: Sale Sharks appoint Jason Robinson as head coach
The former England wing had spent seven years as a player with the Sharks from 2000-2007.
Feb 25, 08:14
Tiger Woods pictured during a practice round ahead of The Masters on November 11, 2020
Rory McIlroy: 'Tiger Woods can still impact golf without playing'
Tiger Woods is recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery on significant injuries to his right leg in a car accident.
Feb 25, 08:13
Erling Braut Haaland warms up for Borussia Dortmund on February 17, 2021
Thursday's paper talk: Erling Braut Haaland, Tammy Abraham, Jesse Lingard
Chelsea's pursuit of Erling Erling Braut Haaland could cost them Tammy Abraham.
Feb 25, 08:12
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Aston Martin owner hints at Lewis Hamilton offer
Lawrence Stroll is leading the historic brand's return to Formula One this season.
Feb 25, 08:11
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola pictured in February 2021
Pep Guardiola: 'We must improve in front of goal'
The Premier League leaders defeated Borussia Monchengladbach 2-0 in the Champions League with goals from Bernardo Silva and Gabriel Jesus.
Feb 24, 23:48
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury: 'Fight with Anthony Joshua is not close'
The bout against Anthony Joshua, holder of the WBA, WBO and IBF belts, has been touted for months.
Feb 24, 23:22
Joao Pedro scores a penalty for Watford against Preston North End in the Championship on February 16, 2021
Xisco Munoz lavishes praise on Joao Pedro
The striker made a big impact against Blackburn.
Feb 24, 23:14
Barnsley manager Valerien Ismael pictured on February 11, 2021
Valerien Ismael calm following Barnsley's win over Stoke City
A 2-0 victory over Stoke left the Tykes just one point off the Championship's top six.
Feb 24, 22:57
Queens Park Rangers QPR manager Mark Warburton pictured in February 2021
Mark Warburton disappointed with draw against Preston North End
Preston bounced back from a heavy loss to keep a clean sheet at Deepdale.
Feb 24, 22:56
Swansea City manager Steve Cooper pictured in February 2021
Steve Cooper hails "throwback" defender Ben Cabango
Ben Cabango headed in the only goal to see off Coventry.
Feb 24, 22:47
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