Cricket

See the stadium that guarantees cricket in ALL weather as fans grow excited at prospect of first indoor Test match

Sport and Events Minister Nic Street said the government had worked to design a 'welcoming, functional and uniquely Tasmanian' multipurpose stadium.

Team GB can win a post-war record 70 medals at the Olympics, claim UK Sport as agency target another top-five finish in Paris later this month

DAVID COVERDALE: The Olympic funding agency have outlined their ambition for Great Britain to secure another top-five finish in the medal table, claiming between 50 and 70 gongs.

Pro cyclist André Drege, 25, tragically passes away in Tour of Austria

Alex Marquez: "Dream" podium with brother Marc trumps previous MotoGP achievements

Marquez reveals he would have swapped his previous podiums for this special one ahead of the German GP

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks silence after Portugal were agonisingly knocked out of Euro 2024 on penalties by France... as ex-Man United star insists his side 'deserved MORE'

There are concerns that this could be the former Man United and Real Madrid star's last appearance at a major tournament with Portugal, but it seems he may have some unfinished business.

Gareth Southgate will be contemplating dropping sluggish Harry Kane. And few fans would complain, writes DANNY MURPHY

DANNY MURPHY: The dilemma now for Gareth Southgate is what do with his captain and talisman for the semi-final, because I think he got a bit lucky against the Swiss.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic BANISHES former Premier League star from the AC Milan dressing room... with the Champions League winner forced to train alongside the club's youth team

Since hanging up his boots following a second spell with the Rossoneri, Zlatan has served as an advisor at Milan and has retained his characteristic abrasiveness.

World No 1 Jannik Sinner watches on as girlfriend Anna Kalinskaya is forced to retire in TEARS against former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina

TAMARA PRENN AT WIMBLEDON: The No 17 seed had previously brought play to a halt after calling for a medical timeout during the opening set on Centre Court.

Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll make public appearance as Jon Rahm absent from Ryder Cup reunion

Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll joined a number of the Northern Irishman's Ryder Cup teammates and their partners ahead of his return at this week's Scottish Open

Ruud van Nistelrooy and former Go Ahead Eagles manager arrive for day one of Man United's pre-season - along with a third unannounced coach - as Marcus Rashford checks in

The Red Devils legend is expected to be officially announced as one of Ten Hag's new assistant coaches imminently with players due back for pre-season today.

Michael Schumacher plot 'mastermind' is arrested by German police

Police have arrested the suspected 'mastermind' in a plot to blackmail the family of former Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher, German media reports.

Alvaro Morata sparks a storm in Spain camp on the eve of Euro semi-final as their captain threatens to QUIT after the tournament over 'nonsense' critics - and hints his family want to leave the country too

Morata, who has captained his country this summer, previously admitted it would be 'easiest' for him to move abroad because of the poor treatment.

Scotland football star Caroline Weir is joined by her Lioness pals as she ties the knot with Josh Emerson in the French Riviera

The Real Madrid player, 29, was surrounded by her loved ones - including Lioness pals Lauren Hemp and Laura Coombs - as she married her beau in a weekend of festivities.

West Coast have been moving backwards for far too long. It’s time for a change

It’s a matter of when, not if, and as the sharks continue to circle Adam Simpson one thing is clear – the embattled coach won’t and can’t see out his contract until the end of 2025.

Junior rugby: Te Puke take home Tai Mitchell Shield

Champions go through undefeated.

Arsenal transfer decision means writing is on the wall for popular Mikel Arteta signing

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has plans to freshen up his goalkeeping department this summer - and Wolves' experienced shot-stopper Dan Bentley has emerged as a target

Novak Djokovic warns padel is putting tennis in a spin

The seven-time Wimbledon champion fears grassroots tennis is 'endangered' as courts are torn down and replaced by those catering to popular offshoots of the sport such as padel and pickleball.

Cristiano Ronaldo should take a step back from international football, say Roy Keane and Gary Neville as Ian Wright claims Portugal captain 'can't cut it at this level now' after Euros exit

Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Ian Wright are in agreement that Cristiano Ronaldo needs to leave international football behind him.

England’s XI for semi-final vs Netherlands decided with Harry Kane call made

THE BIG DEBATE: England are through to the Euro 2024 semi-finals after Gareth Southgate made changes against Switzerland - but there he has some big decisions to make against the Netherlands

England fans slam Gareth Southgate's 'criminal' decision to start Kieran Trippier over Trent Alexander-Arnold, as they question why two other England stars have been left out for Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland

England fans have been left baffled by Gareth Southgate 's decision to start Kieran Trippier over Trent Alexander-Arnold for today's Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland.

Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz survives another huge scare on Centre Court as he edges Ugo Humbert out for a place in the quarter-finals

NATHAN SALT AT WIMBLEDON: The Spaniard was given a major scare in the previous round when Frances Tiafoe took him five sets - and he got another here against Ugo Humbert.

Pure As: Karin Burger

WATCH: Tenacious Silver Fern defender Karin Burger spent the toughest five years of her life trying to stay in NZ. while learning to play netball from scratch The post Pure As: Karin Burger appeared first on Newsroom.

Thousands of furious fans sign a petition demanding UEFA to order a REPLAY between Germany and Spain at Euro 2024 after controversial decision by Premier League referee

Tens of thousands of fans have signed a petition calling on UEFA to order a replay of Friday's Euro 2024 quarter-final between Germany and Spain. Germany lost the game 2-1 after extra time.

Frustrated Lando Norris says he only has himself to blame after letting British Grand Prix victory slip through his hands as he laments 'bad decisions'

The McLaren driver looked on course for only the second win of his career after holding the lead at the British Grand Prix with just 14 laps to go at Silverstone..

Crowds line streets to say goodbye to rugby star Rob Burrow

Rob Burrow's funeral took place on Sunday, July 7 at Pontefract Crematorium. Former England international Burrow died on June 2 at the age of 41 after a lengthy battle with motor neurone disease. The date of the private service, which is for invited guests only, coincides with the day Leeds Rhinos annually celebrate Rob Burrow Day due to the number seven shirt he wore during his rugby league career.

Emma Raducanu has matured and is playing top 10 tennis... she is back in a big way and can go all the way to the Wimbledon final, writes JOHN LLOYD

JOHN LLOYD: Emma Raducanu can win Wimbledon. There is no reason why she can't go all the way. But even if she does lose on Sunday, she's back and in a big way.

Penalties stop play at Wimbledon! Novak Djokovic's match is halted on Centre Court as fans celebrate Euro shoot-out glory for England - just when he was about to receive a serve!

The Three Lions booked their place in the Euro 2024 semi-finals after being sent to a shoot-out, following a goalless 120 minutes of football in Dusseldorf.

Spot kick expert highlights England's 'shootout innovations' compared to Euro 2020 loss

The Three Lions advanced to the final four at the European Championship on Saturday evening after being taken to penalties by Switzerland.

Liverpool fans left baffled by pre-season training under new manager Arne Slot

The former Feyenoord coach has the daunting challenge of following in the footsteps of legendary manager Jurgen Klopp.

Andy Murray discovers perfect 'Wimbledon loophole' allowing him to play one more match

Andy Murray has been forced to bid an emotional farewell to Wimbledon after he was forced to retire from his mixed doubles with Emma Raducanu but he could yet return after a fresh offer

Kepa Arrizabalaga 'has a significant offer to leave Chelsea' with goalkeeper's future at Stamford Bridge uncertain after returning from loan spell at Real Madrid

The goalkeeper is back with the Blues after spending last season on loan at Real Madrid. However, he could now be set for a permanent departure from Stamford Bridge.

Germany pen an emotional letter to their fans after Euro 2024 quarter-final exit by Spain - as tournament hosts express their 'hurt' at not delivering glory on home soil

The defeat by spain brought an abrupt end to Germany's hopes of winning the tournament and they have now addressed a letter to fans to voice their disappointment.

Hawke’s Bay teams win opening Under 18 tournament games

The men beat South Canterbury in Napier, the women beat North Harbour B in Christchurch.

Mercedes to unleash double upgrade before F1 summer break

Mercedes vows to back up Lewis Hamilton's revitalising British Grand Prix victory with more Formula 1 upgrades in the coming weeks

Wimbledon star calls out 'disrespectful' fans after crashing out to underdog

Coco Gauff became the latest big name to be knocked out of the women's singles tournament at Wimbledon, as the 20-year-old star was beaten in straight sets by fellow American Emma Navarro

Emma Raducanu hits back after Judy Murray's comments on Wimbledon withdrawal

Emma Raducanu was due to partner Andy Murray in what was due to be the Scot's Wimbledon swansong, only to withdraw at the eleventh hour - and the decision appeared to draw criticism from Murray's mother Judy

Fans go wild over Jude Bellingham's 'cold' penalty in England's shootout victory against Switzerland in Euro 2024 quarter-finals

The midfielder had the chance to put his side 2-0 ahead and did exactly that as he stuttered his run-up before sending Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer the wrong way.

Gary Neville believes Erik ten Hag would have been in 'big trouble' if he hadn't have won the FA Cup... but the ex-Man United defender reveals he's happy the Dutchman will remain for the club's revamped structure

Gary Neville believes that Manchester United's FA Cup win last season saved Erik ten Hag's job and revealed that he is happy the Dutchman will continue in the Old Trafford dug out.

Bayern Munich CONFIRM £52m signing of Michael Olise on a five-year deal from Crystal Palace... as the winger joins Vincent Kompany's new-look side

In an interview with the club's website, Olise insisted he is determined to prove himself in the Bundesliga and win as many titles as possible.

England are a tough watch and play like a lion in a cage which reacts when you poke them... but Gareth Southgate managed it well, writes GRAEME SOUNESS

GRAEME SOUNESS: It was functional, attritional, hard to watch but you have to say England took fabulous penalties. Those left in the tournament will know England won't be easy.

Top seed Swiatek dumped out of Wimbledon by Putintseva

Iga Swiatek's Wimbledon hopes went up in flames as the world number one disintegrated under huge pressure from fiery Kazakh Yulia Putintseva who battled back superbly to win their third-round...

Germany outraged over Euro 2024 exit: 'Cheated!'

Gareth Southgate's wing back options with England set for 3-4-3: Luke Shaw and Kieran Trippier are injury doubts while Kyle Walker is set to move inside... so, could it be time to drop star boy Bukayo Saka back on the left?

Shaw is the only specialist left back or left wing back in England's current squad. If fit, he would unquestionably be the top choice to start as England's No 3 - as he did in the final of Euro 2020.

National Under 85kg rugby team announced by NZ Rugby

NZR says that the opportunity is an exciting prospect for Under 85kg players around the country.

Stony-faced after Spain pain! German WAGs look dejected after Euro 2024 quarter-final knockout with Julian Nagelsmann's teary girlfriend consoled in the stands

The hosts were eliminated in a pulsating showdown in Stuttgart with Mikel Merino breaking their hearts after guiding home a header in the 119th minute.

Norris frustrated 'to throw away win' after British GP strategy calls

McLaren's Lando Norris lost British GP victory shot after late call to switch to slicks in rain-affected race

Notable People who died in 2024

Dutch mock 'barely watchable' England and Gareth Southgate's boring 'data analyst' tactics ahead of semi-final... and prey on Three Lions fans' fears that the Netherlands have 'home advantage' in Germany

The England manager's approach has been 'ultra-conservative', according to one Dutch pundit, and has relied on the views of data analysts in an effort to keep a clean sheet, rather than score goals.

Manchester United move closer to first summer signing

Manchester United move closer to first summer signing - United have targeted a new striker and are close to a deal to bring one on board

Wimbledon day seven highlights of the men and women's games 2024

Highlights from day seven of Wimbledon 2024, as Emma Raducanu and Coco Gauff excited the women's draw, but Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz marched on on the men's side, with Sinner winning in his game against Shelton.