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When Robinson was dropped from the England squad following the tour of India in 2024, he boasted an impressive bowling average of 22.92.However, concerns over both his fitness throughout spells and his attitude were deemed enough to outweigh his obvious talent as a new-ball bowler.A 27-month absence from international cricket followed before his fine start to the county season, after taking on the responsibility of captaining Sussex, earned him a recall.”I don’t think I’m a different bowler,” Robinson added. “I think I’ve put a lot of work over the last couple of months to get back to the bowler I…
David Benavidez captured the WBA and WBO cruiserweight world titles last time out and ‘The Mexican Monster’ could be set to further add to his collection, after one world champion has been ordered to face him, or be stripped of his belt. Having moved up from light-heavyweight and dethroned Gilberto Ramirez in sensational style last month, Benavidez is now in possession of the WBA (Regular) and WBC light-heavyweight world titles, as well as his newly claimed unified cruiserweight crown. As a result, the 29-year-old has a decision on whether he should return to the light-heavyweight scene or remain up at…
Liverpool have made contact with RB Leipzig over a move for Yan Diomande, Arsenal face competition from Paris St-Germain for two players, and Cologne winger Said El Mala is not keen on Brentford move. Liverpool have stepped up their pursuit Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande by making contact with German club RB Leipzig, who are determined not to sell the 19-year-old (Athletic – subscription required), externalParis St-Germain are also interested in Diomande, who has suggested he would prefer a move to the French club. (Telefoot, via Mirror), externalArsenal face competition from Paris St-Germain in trying to sign French forward Eli…
Shakur’s post reads like someone with a chip on their shoulder. It is the look of a fighter building a defensive wall and trying to convince himself as much as the public. When a fighter feels the need to constantly broadcast that they do not need anyone, it usually signals the exact opposite. That “me against the world” stance is often a classic shield for deep professional insecurity, especially when the landscape around them gets dangerous. By pushing everyone away and adopting an isolated, unappreciated persona, it creates a built-in narrative safety net. If the massive, dangerous fights against the top…
Right now, had a few things been a little bit different, Tottenham Hotspur could be preparing for their first season in England’s second tier for nearly five decades. But they’re not, of course, after Roberto De Zerbi’s arrival in March. He replaced Igor Tudor, who was dismissed after it all went wrong, who himself replaced Thomas Frank in February, and he was sacked after it all went wrong too. To call it an inspired appointment would be to turn away from the many failings that led ENIC to that desperate decision. The late roll of the dice turned a pair…
Hunter Bell’s win was an early statement performance in a season that features a Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and European Championships in Birmingham.The 32-year-old, who won world outdoor 800m silver ahead of Hodgkinson in Tokyo last September, has now returned to the longer distance where she took a remarkable Olympic bronze in 2024.Faced with a last lap kick from Nikki Hiltz, Hunter Bell moved up alongside the American before going ahead to take the win in her outdoor season debut.”I felt really happy to come away with the win. The first race of the season is very tough because you…
Anthony Joshua shared his thoughts on news that Jake Paul’s boxing career could be over.Joshua faced Paul back in December in a contest that raised eyebrows since it was announced. Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer, had never faced anyone of Joshua’s standard, with his best win coming over a 59-year-old Mike Tyson. Joshua dealt with Paul in blistering fashion, knocking him out and breaking Paul’s jaw inside six rounds.Paul has been rather quiet about a return to the ring since that heavy defeat in December, but did share some insight when asked on The Ariel Helwani Show. Paul revealed to Helwani that…
Two camps who will be desperate to claim their own respective first-leg advantages on Saturday night, Castellon will welcome Almeria to the Estadio SkyFi Castalia. With the final spot in La Liga for next season firmly hanging in the balance over the next week, there are plenty of intriguing betting promotions and bonuses available. Competition: Spanish Segunda Play-Offs Market: Castellon win Odds: 19/20 @ BetUS Starting with the hosts, spending the majority of last season looking over their shoulder at a looming relegation scrap, Castellon have firmly cemented their spot as one of Spain’s ultimate surprise packages this time around.…
F1’s willingness to invest its own money in Las Vegas was a key factor in convincing the city to back the event, and to allow it to run down the Strip in front of the famous casino hotels.The event has proved a major success for Las Vegas, turning what had been its least profitable weekend of the year, the one before Thanksgiving, into one of its most lucrative.A statement from F1 said that since 2023 the grand prix had delivered $3.2bn (£2.4bn) in cumulative economic impact for Las Vegas, with the 2025 race alone generating $43m ($32m) in tax revenue…
Colombian pop star Shakira will perform her official song for the 2026 World Cup at the competition’s opening ceremony in Mexico.Shakira will perform Dai Dai, along with Burna Boy, on Thursday, 11 June at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, before Mexico and South Africa play the first of the tournament’s 104 games (20:00 BST).Dai Dai – an Italian phrase meaning “let’s go” or “come on”.Colombian reggaeton star J Balvin and South African singer-songwriter Tyla will also perform at the show in Mexico.Opening ceremonies will precede each of the first matches played in the host nations of USA, Canada and Mexico.…