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England select Alex Mitchell and Jonny May for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

Tom Curry is also fit to start against Argentina in the crucial Pool D clash in Marseille, while veteran prop Dan Cole gets the nod in a team captained by Courtney Lawes

Evening Standard

Steve Borthwick springs scrum half surprise for England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Alex Mitchell starts at nine, while Jonny May is also an unexpected starter on the wing

The Independent UK

England pick Alex Mitchell at scrum-half for World Cup opener against Argentina

Mitchell was omitted from the original 33-man squad named by Steve Borthwick only to be given a reprieve when Jack van Poortvliet suffered an injury.

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England vow to atone for spoiling Courtney Lawes milestone in Argentina World Cup opener

The vastly-experienced lock will captain Steve Borthwick’s side against the Pumas after 100th cap ruined by historic Fiji loss

Evening Standard

Antoine Dupont has the answer to France pressure as face of Rugby World Cup

Fabien Galthie’s France are under immense pressure on home soil but, as Luke Baker writes, their captain is determined to deliver a first World Cup crown

The Independent UK

Returning Johnny Sexton ready to hit ground running in World Cup opener

The Ireland captain will start Saturday’s clash with Romania following a lay-off due to injury and suspension.

The Independent UK

Fit-again Taulupe Faletau named in Wales’ team for World Cup opener with Fiji

The 100 times-capped number eight missed Wales’ entire World Cup warm-up schedule because of a calf muscle problem.

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'There are two people missing in this team': Harbhajan Singh on India World Cup squad

NEW DELHI: Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh said on Thursday that two players, who should have been picked, are missing from the Indian ODI World Cup squad announced on Tuesday.

The Times of India

Hosts France lead the charge for glory in Rugby World Cup

What better way for hosts France to prepare for the World Cup spectacular than with a good old-fashioned sideshow? And France duly delivered a week before their opening match against New Zealand with a rumpus over the selection of Bastien Chalureau after Paul Willemse withdrew from the 33-man squad with…

Radio France Internationale

France ready for ‘wonderful’ World Cup opener with New Zealand – Fabien Galthie

The tournament opens on Friday with the hosts taking on the three-time champions, who beat them in the 1987 and 2011 finals.

The National (Scotland)

Ben Stokes insists he is comfortable with players choosing franchise cricket riches over England

The Test captain understands England may have to contend with availability issues in the years ahead

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: fixtures, winner predictions and odds

After previously losing three Rugby World Cup finals, can France finally end the jinx by lifting the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time? Or can South Africa successfully defend the trophy they lifted in Japan in 2019? These questions will be answered over the next seven weeks when France…

The Week

Rugby World Cup: Siya Kolisi ready to extend Springbok supremacy after medical miracle

The iconic captain recovered from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in just four months to lead South Africa’s title defence in France

Evening Standard

'If Chahal was playing for any other team...': Harbhajan terms leggie's omission unfortunate

NEW DELHI: Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh on Thursday expressed his surprise at the omission of two players, Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh from India's ODI World Cup squad.

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The Independent UK

Johnny Sexton returns as Ireland confirm two key absentees for World Cup line-up to face Romania

The veteran fly-half has been sidelined through injury and suspension

The Independent UK

NFL-style lawsuit and brain-injury concerns hang over Rugby World Cup

The Rugby World Cup will take place against the backdrop of a concussion lawsuit that has similarities to one settled by the NFL in 2013 at a likely cost of more than $1 billion

USA Today Sports Media Group

2023 FIBA World Cup: How to watch Friday’s Canada vs. Serbia semifinals game

Broadcast information on Friday's semifinals matchup between Canada and Serbia can be found here:

The Times of India

The rise of Ishan Kishan: From Patna to the Indian World Cup squad

NEW DELHI: Ishan Kishan is an intriguing package that includes a hard-hitting left-hander who can bat anywhere from top to No. 5 as well as a capable presence behind the stumps.

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Evening Standard

England vs New Zealand: 2019 heroes must click fast with problems to resolve as World Cup looms

Much of the personnel is the same but England have work to do if they are to successfully defend their title in India

Evening Standard

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni confirms Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is doubt with foot injury

The defender is a doubt for Argentina’s opening World Cup qualifier against Ecuador

The Independent UK

England team LIVE: Rugby World Cup announcement for opener against Argentina

The tournament’s opening fixture is just a day away in France

The Independent UK

Scotland’s Huw Jones feels in the form of his life ahead of World Cup

Scotland kick off their campaign against defending champions South Africa.

The Times of India

Roelof van der Merwe, Colin Ackermann headline Netherlands' ODI World Cup squad

NEW DELHI: The Netherlands cricket team has revealed its 15-member squad for the upcoming ODI World Cup, slated to commence in India next month. Led by Scott Edwards, this squad promises a blend of experience and emerging talent, with a notable recall for the seasoned duo of Roelof van der…

The Times of India

'Hum pressure lenge nahi...': Virender Sehwag responds to Yuvraj Singh's World Cup concerns

NEW DELHI: With less than a month to go for the ODI World Cup, teams from around the world are gearing up for the cricketing carnival in India. Hosts India are too busy with their preparations, currently competing in the Asia Cup.

Evening Standard

Liga F: Spain’s top-tier women footballers to hold two-week strike amid pay dispute

The start of the new season looks set to be delayed with no agreement reached despite 12 months of negotiations

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