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Today so far 2026-09-23 · 06:00 UTC

England secured a dominant victory over Sri Lanka in the first ODI, with Jacks starring with both bat and ball in the win. In boxing, GB boxers have been guaranteed three medals at the Europeans, while Lopez has been ordered to defend his world title against Britain's Catterall. Meanwhile, transfer speculation continues with Man Utd and Liverpool eyeing Mitchell, and there are notable stories emerging from rugby league and cycling across the day's sports coverage.

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Stokes and alcohol give England another headache

2026-06-09 · 13:16

After an Ashes tour dogged by drinking controversies, is an incident in a London nightclub enough to cost Ben Stokes the…

Set up BBC Sport website and app to show you more Scotland this World Cup

2026-06-09 · 13:02

With Scotland at their first men's World Cup since 1998, BBC Sport is making it easier than ever to keep up with the…

Lord's pitch rated 'unsatisfactory' by ICC

2026-06-09 · 12:55

The Lord's pitch for the first Test between England and New Zealand is rated "unsatisfactory", with the historic venue…

Mum's lesson fuelling Rowe desire to make most of Games chance

2026-06-09 · 12:31

Scotland's Elliot Rowe says the abrupt way his mum's career on two wheels ended has taught him to "make the most of it"…

Leinster confirm Ireland wing Lowe set to leave

2026-06-09 · 11:18

Ireland winger James Lowe will leave Leinster at the end of the season, the province has confirmed.

Elliott called up as England rest Itoje for camp

2026-06-09 · 10:40

Saracens wing Tobias Elliott is among the prospects called up for a small-scale, England training camp this week.

Palmer and Joao Pedro feature in Madonna video

2026-06-09 · 10:17

Chelsea forwards Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro make a surprise appearance in a promotional film for Madonna's new album.

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

2026-06-09 · 10:15

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just…

Uncapped duo Hiddleston & Stephen in Scotland squad

2026-06-09 · 09:45

Uncapped hookers Gregor Hiddleston and Seb Stephen are named in Scotland's 36-man squad for their summer matches against…

The flag Iranians are not allowed to wave at the World Cup

2026-06-09 · 09:27

Iran football fans living in Los Angeles explain why they want to wave Iran's pre-1979 Islamic revolution flag and…

Rhiannon Roberts column: Happy to be home and aiming high

2026-06-09 · 08:43

Rhiannon Roberts looks back on Wales' nightmare journey to Montenegro and forward to their Women's World Cup qualifier…

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game

2026-06-09 · 08:24

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football.

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game

2026-06-09 · 08:24

Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football.

Champion Maria asks for respect after Queen's snub

2026-06-09 · 08:18

Tatjana Maria says Queen's should show more respect to its defending champions after she goes through qualifying to…

Why were so many caught out for pit-lane speeding at Monaco? F1 Q&A

2026-06-09 · 08:17

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Monaco Grand Prix.

RFU council member resigns over Alphonsi post

2026-06-09 · 08:17

Rugby Football Union council member Matthew Smith resigns after posting discriminatory criticism of television pundit…

Why France's Olise is moving into Ballon d'Or picture

2026-06-09 · 08:05

After a first international hat-trick against Northern Ireland, former France striker Louis Saha believes Michael Olise…

'Diogo will be with you' - Jota's widow writes to Robertson

2026-06-09 · 07:21

Diogo Jota's widow urges Scotland captain Andrew Robertson to carry his former Liverpool team-mate "in your heart" when…

'It hasn't really hit me yet' - Kelly on France goal

2026-06-09 · 07:15

Northern Ireland midfielder Patrick Kelly says he was thrilled to score his first international goal in the 3-1 defeat…

Why last woman to defeat Williams doesn't mind change in history books

2026-06-09 · 06:47

Serena Williams will make her comeback in women's doubles at Queen's Club this week.

'Mazadona', 'Einstein', 'The Ant' - 20 new players to watch at World Cup

2026-06-09 · 06:42

BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup.

Wembanaya stars as Spurs trim Knicks' Finals lead

2026-06-09 · 06:27

Victor Wembanyama scores 32 points as the San Antonio Spurs cut the New York Knicks' lead in the NBA Finals at Madison…

Scotland's fateful 1978 World Cup campaign still resonates

2026-06-09 · 06:20

There's a mesmeric quality to this story of '78, a legend of how a man and a country lost the run of itself, writes Tom…

Two brothers, two nations, one World Cup & how grief bound them

2026-06-09 · 06:14

In July 2022, brothers Harry and John Souttar lost their hero, but as both prepare to represent different nations at the…

Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost

2026-06-09 · 05:57

Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be…

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 2

2026-06-09 · 05:52

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

Hayden set to coach Glasgow T20 franchise in ETPL

2026-06-09 · 05:17

Former Australia batter Matthew Hayden is set to be named head coach of Glasgow Cosmic for this summer's European T20…

'You're paid to make that decision' – Eriksson's midfield dilemma

2026-06-09 · 05:14

Former players and coaching staff from England's 2006 'Golden Generation' reflect on how manager Sven-Goran Eriksson…

Football regulator 'in contact' with West Ham over Sullivan

2026-06-09 · 04:29

Multiple women accuse the billionaire of abusing his power and preying on them for sex, in some cases when they were in…

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