England close on victory in first Test against New Zealand
England are on course for victory in the first Test against New Zealand after Chris Woakes' crucial two wickets in two balls on the third day in Christchurch.
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The Littler effect – how darts hit the bullseye
The success of teenager Luke Littler has seen interest in darts explode, with an increase in viewing figures, ticket sales and media coverage.
Amorim enjoys ‘special’ first Man Utd win despite ‘anxiety’
New Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim describes his Old Trafford welcome as "special" but admits he is "anxious" going into games.
Captain, keeper, three and six – Pope shows value
Ollie Pope has been England's captain, vice-captain, keeper, opener, number three and number six. His value should not be underestimated, says Stephan Shemilt.
Bashir ‘not perfect’ and ‘learning on the job’
England off-spinner Shoaib Bashir says he is "not perfect" and "learning on the job" after his four wickets on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand.
‘Now or never for Lampard – the stakes are high at Coventry’
Frank Lampard seeks a rebuilding of his reputation after being appointed Coventry City boss, writes BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Swiatek accepts one-month doping suspension
World number two Iga Swiatek accepts a one-month suspension after testing positive for a banned substance.
Former BBC athletics commentator Dickenson dies aged 74
Former BBC athletics commentator Paul Dickenson dies at the age of 74.
‘England arrive at judgement day for Bazball’
The tour of New Zealand begins a defining year for England under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, writes chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.
