Frankfurter Tageszeitung

Sciver-Brunt named as England women's cricket captain

England cricket chiefs on Tuesday announced the appointment of all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt as the new captain of the women's team to replace the sacked Heather Knight.

Suryavanshi, 14, dubbed India's next superstar after shattering records

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was touted as Indian cricket's next superstar on Tuesday after the 14-year-old's IPL century off 35 balls shattered batting records.

Suryavanshi, 14, dubbed 'next superstar' after batting records tumble

Teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi was touted as "Indian cricket's next superstar" on Tuesday after the 14-year-old's IPL century off 35 balls shattered batting records.

Australian doubles player Purcell accepts 18-month doping ban

Australia's two-time Grand Slam doubles champion Max Purcell has accepted an 18-month doping ban, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said on Tuesday.

Les Kiss in frame with Wallabies set to name new coach

Rugby Australia will name the next Wallabies coach on Wednesday, an official said, with former Ireland assistant Les Kiss reportedly set to get the job.

Cavaliers scorch Heat, Warriors down Rockets in thriller

The Cleveland Cavaliers thrashed the Miami Heat to cruise into the next round of the NBA playoffs on Monday as the Golden State Warriors battled past the Houston Rockets 109-106 to move to the brink of a series victory.

Inter slump puts season at risk ahead of daunting Barca trip

Inter Milan head into the Champions League semi-finals at risk of finishing the season empty-handed after a late-season slump killed their treble hopes and has left them wondering where the next win will come from.

Cavaliers scorch Heat to seal series sweep

The Cleveland Cavaliers crushed the Miami Heat 138-83 to complete a 4-0 series sweep and cruise into the NBA Eastern Conference playoff semi-finals on Monday.

Yamal stardust could give Barca edge on Inter Milan

Barcelona last reached the Champions League final a decade ago, with Lionel Messi as their torch-bearer.

Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Delivers Record $2.5 Billion in Retail Sales for 2024, Targets $3 Billion and 1,500 U.S. Polo Assn. Stores

U.S. Polo Assn.'s continued record growth resulted from expanding its existing footprint across all regions around the world. U.S. Polo Assn. delivered steady growth in North America, the brand's largest market, and continued to gain market share in the other established regions of Western Europe, Middle East and Latin America. In addition, U.S. Polo Assn. is significantly growing in emerging markets for the brand such as Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe. Finally, U.S. Polo Assn. is considered the largest and fastest growing menswear brand in India, with the brand targeting a billion dollars of retail sales in the country in the coming years. U.S. Polo Assn. will also be actively launching several new strategic markets in 2025 including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Poland and Thailand.

Bucks blow as Lillard suffers torn Achilles: team

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard will miss the remainder of the NBA season after suffering a torn left Achilles tendon during his team's playoff defeat to the Indiana Pacers, his team confirmed on Monday.

Real Madrid's Ancelotti agrees Brazil deal - reports

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has agreed to take over the Brazilian national team, several Spanish media outlets reported Monday.

Commanders heading back to D.C. after inking $3.7 bln stadium deal

The Washington Commanders are heading back to the US capital after agreeing a deal to build a new $3.7 billion stadium on the site of their former home, the NFL franchise announced on Monday.

Feisty Arteta urges Arsenal fans to 'bring boots' to PSG Champions League clash

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal fans to "bring your boots" and kick every ball as the Gunners prepare to take on Paris Saint-Germain with a place in the Champions League final at stake.

Bucks blow as Lillard suffers ruptured Achilles: reports

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard will miss the remainder of the NBA season after suffering a torn left Achilles tendon during his team's playoff defeat to the Indiana Pacers, ESPN reported on Monday.

'Like a dream' as IPL's 14-year-old Suryavanshi becomes youngest to hit T20 ton

Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi on Monday became the youngest to hit a senior T20 century at 14 years and 32 days as he powered Rajasthan Royals' successful chase against Gujarat Titans in the IPL.

Luis Enrique says PSG have improved since October Arsenal loss

Luis Enrique says Paris Saint-Germain are "a much better team" since October's defeat to Arsenal ahead of the clubs' Champions League semi-final first-leg.

Rashford expected to miss rest of Aston Villa season

Marcus Rashford is expected to miss the rest of Aston Villa's season due to a hamstring injury, according to reports on Monday.

IPL's 14-year-old Suryavanshi youngest to hit T20 ton as Rajasthan rule

Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi on Monday became the youngest to hit a senior T20 century at 14 years and 32 days as he powered Rajasthan Royals' successful chase against Gujarat Titans in the IPL.

Klopp congratulates Liverpool on Premier League triumph

Jurgen Klopp has congratulated Liverpool on their Premier League title triumph, predicting a bright future for his former club.

London mayor Sadiq Khan targets Olympic history for city

London mayor Sadiq Khan wants the city to become the first four-time host of the Olympics and is backing a bid for the 2040 Games.

Eubank Jr discharged from hospital following boxing grudge match

British boxer Chris Eubank Jr was discharged from hospital on Monday after he was admitted as a precaution following his bruising encounter with bitter rival Conor Benn on Saturday.

Slot told Liverpool they could win the league at season start: Konate

Liverpool centre-half Ibrahima Konate revealed manager Arne Slot told the team last summer they could win the Premier League title this season.

Ruediger 'must show respect to others' says Germany boss Voeller

Real Madrid defender Antonio Ruediger "has to change and he knows it himself", Rudi Voeller, the German national team's sporting director said Monday, following the player's behaviour in the Spanish Cup final.

African players in Europe: Salah scores, takes selfies as Reds seal title

African superstar Mohamed Salah scored and took selfies with supporters as Liverpool clinched a record-equalling 20th Premier League title at the weekend.

Bangladesh spinner Taijul's 5 wickets trigger Zimbabwe collapse in 2nd Test

Bangladesh's left-arm spinner Taijul Islam registered his 16th five-wicket haul as Zimbabwe slumped to 227-9 at the end of the first day of the second Test in Chattogram on Monday.

Mayor Khan keen for London to make Olympics history

London mayor Sadiq Khan wants the city to "become the first to host the Games four times" and would like to bid for them with the 2040 edition the likeliest possibility, he told The Times on Monday.

Jannik Sinner launches foundation supporting children

World number one Jannik Sinner announced on Monday the creation of a foundation in his name aimed at "empowering children through education and sports", six days out from the Italian's return to action after a doping ban.

T'Wolves win to push Lakers to brink, Celtics, Knicks and Pacers win

Anthony Edwards scored 43 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves out-gunned the Los Angeles Lakers down the stretch to win a pulsating NBA playoff clash 116-113 and take a 3-1 lead in their Western Conference first-round series.

Women's flag football explodes in US as 2028 Olympics beckon

Flag football, a non-contact version of American football, is spreading like wildfire among US girls drawn by the prospect of its inclusion in the 2028 Olympics, its popularity even sparking plans for a professional league.

T'Wolves push Lakers to brink of elimination, Celtics and Knicks win