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Shaun Murphy fought off a spirited fightback from world number one Judd Trump to reach the quarter-finals of the British Open in Cheltenham. England’s Murphy, who won the Masters in January, looked comfortable with a 3-1 lead but gave up successive frames before wrapping up a 4-3 win against his compatriot. Trump also suffered a…

So as Steve Clarke stressed straight after the draw in Denmark, Scotland will show Belarus the utmost respect. They have not, however, had the greatest ‘home’ record since being obliged by Fifa to play at a neutral venue – and behind closed doors – as a result of the country’s support for Russia’s invasion of…

England suffered a 14-run defeat by South Africa in a farcical rain-affected opening T20 at Cardiff. Source link

England and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice talks to BBC Sport about his preferred playing position following England’s 3-0 win over Wales. Source link

Williamson opted to miss the recent T20 series against Australia under the terms of his casual contract with New Zealand Cricket, while he is also returning to full fitness after a “minor medical issue”, according to coach Rob Walter. All-rounder Santner suffered a groin injury while representing Northern Superchargers in The Hundred and has not…

  There’s been growing speculation that Newcastle’s owners, PIF, might be quietly supporting Liverpool’s move for striker Alexander Isak. But according to football finance expert Kieran Maguire, the Reds don’t actually need any outside help to pull off the deal. “Liverpool have been quite active in this transfer window, but the truth is they could…