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Cricket's future must protect international game - Langer
Former Australia cricket coach and opener Justin Langer has urged decision-makers to protect international cricket at all costs as the game’s calendar is squeezed ever more. Despite coaching in the Indian Premier League, Langer has stressed the
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Graeme Smith hails James Anderson ahead of seamer's final Test
By Paul Eddison GRAEME Smith has paid tribute to Jimmy Anderson, citing their battles among his favourite contests of his career ahead of the England great’s final Test. The 41-year-old will make his final Test appearance for England against
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Burke backs Ireland for success in final Summer Series outing
Kelly Burke is backing Ireland to end their Six Nations Women's Summer Series on a high following her significant impact off the bench in a losing cause against Italy. Replacement hooker Burke crossed twice as her side tried in vain to overturn
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Community rugby programme proves a hit ahead of Women's World Cup coming to England
Girls growing up near Twickenham Stadium have been given the chance to try rugby, many for the first time, thanks to Premiership Rugby’s award-winning Project Rugby community programme which is igniting a passion for the sport ahead of England hosting
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Women's cricket must avoid traps of men's cricket says England captain Knight
By Paul Eddison, Sportsbeat Women's cricket must learn the lessons from the men’s game and avoid falling into the same traps according to England captain Heather Knight. Speaking at World Cricket Connects, an event at Lord’s hosted by the Marylebone
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Scottish star Robertson moves into second round at Wimbledon
Scot Charlie Robertson battled into the second round of the boys’ singles at Wimbledon with a gutsy three-set triumph over German Max Schoenhaus. The Dundee-born ace, 17, ground out a 6-4 2-6 6-3 victory on Court 3 to keep his SW19 dream alive.
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Sangakkara believes external investment is vital for smaller cricketing nations
Sri Lankan cricket legend believes investment partnering national cricket boards could help smaller nations compete at the highest level. Sangakkara was speaking at World Cricket Connects, an event at Lord’s hosted by the Marylebone Cricket Club
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Cromer Tennis Club win LTA’s Competition of the Year Award
Cromer Lawn Tennis & Squash Club were thrilled to receive national recognition as they grabbed the LTA’s Competition of the Year Award. The annual LTA Tennis Awards, presented by Lexus, highlight and celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions
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Nicholls hails mixed doubles relationship with Patten at Wimbledon
Olivia Nicholls believes her close connection with mixed doubles partner Henry Patten propelled them to a battle of the Brits triumph at Wimbledon. The Norwich tennis star, 29, joined forces with Manningtree player and old friend Patten to beat
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Canterbury tennis trailblazer recognised with LTA’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Canterbury tennis trailblazer Stephen Woodley has been recognised for his immense services to the sport and the community as the LTA’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. The annual LTA Tennis Awards, presented by Lexus, highlight and celebrate
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Skupski hoping to hit perfect match at Wimbledon
Neal Skupski hopes he has finally found the perfect match after keeping his Wimbledon men’s doubles title defence alive. The Liverpool ace, 34, and partner Michael Venus beat American duo Chris Eubanks and Evan King 7-5 6-3 on Court 12 to safely
