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Today so far 2026-09-16 · 00:00 UTC

Lionel Messi has been included in Argentina's squad for a farewell friendly, marking another chapter in his international career, while England delivered a dominant performance against Sri Lanka with Brook and Baker shining in the batting display. In football, there was controversy in the Manchester derby as VAR missed an offside decision involving Fernandez, prompting further debate about the use of technology in refereeing. Meanwhile, new England manager Thomas Tuchel reflected on his recent victory over Mexico in his opening international assignment.

Raining sixes - Buttler goes big against Birmingham Phoenix

Jos Buttler scores 90 off 50 balls, in an innings that included five sixes, as he helps his Manchester Super Giants side reach 187-5 against Birmingham Phoenix in the men's Hundred.

2026-07-26 · 15:37 UTC
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Gymnast Ward goes from Glasgow dreamer to gold medallist

2026-07-26 · 15:13

Twelve years ago, a young Reuben Ward watched wide-eyed as Dan Keatings won gymnastics gold for Scotland in Glasgow.

Maynard loses York job three months after dramatic title win

2026-07-26 · 14:59

York City confirm the exit of manager Stuart Maynard, three months after he guided the club back into the English…

Norris wins his first grand prix of year in Hungary

2026-07-26 · 14:56

Lando Norris takes his and McLaren's first victory of the year in a compelling Hungarian Grand Prix.

Female referee injured in melee during friendly

2026-07-26 · 14:11

A female referee is injured and has to leave the pitch after being knocked to the ground during a friendly.

Ramsay-Peaty third fastest for 50m breaststroke final

2026-07-26 · 13:23

Adam Ramsay-Peaty qualifies for the 50m breaststroke final with the third fastest time at the Commonwealth Games.

Middlesex seamers rout hapless Glamorgan

2026-07-26 · 13:15

Middlesex's seamers destroy Glamorgan in an eight-wicket victory, with the Welsh side's 66 their fourth-lowest score…

England suffer heavy netball defeat by Australia

2026-07-26 · 13:02

England captain Fran Williams says her team were "far from our best" in a 66-47 defeat by defending Commonwealth…

Highlights - Joshua beats Prenga after early scare

2026-07-26 · 11:33

In his comeback fight, Anthony Joshua suffered two early knockdowns but recovered to dramatically stop Kristian Prenga…

68 fights unbeaten - now teenager White is aiming for gold

2026-07-26 · 11:29

Teenage boxer Ruby White hopes her unbeaten run of 68 fights will take her to Commonwealth Games gold on her debut.

Paddle UK chief hails GB start to LA28 qualification

2026-07-26 · 10:35

The British team start their Olympic qualification campaign with third place in the medal table at the ICF Canoe Slalom…

Scotland upset Wales for first win of Commonwealths

2026-07-26 · 09:28

Scotland defeat Wales in an all-British clash at The Hydro in Glasgow at the Commonwealth Games

Could study into head injuries change women's rugby?

2026-07-26 · 09:18

Head contact affects women differently yet rugby's concussion guidelines are still largely based solely on the men's…

Spence Jr to retire after losing comeback fight

2026-07-26 · 07:41

Former welterweight world champion Errol Spence Jr will retire from boxing after losing his comeback fight to Tim Tszyu…

After chaotic return, where does Joshua win leave Fury fight?

2026-07-26 · 07:33

Where does Anthony Joshua's chaotic comeback win over Kristian Prenga leave the super-fight with Tyson Fury?

What's on for Team NI on day three of Commonwealth Games?

2026-07-26 · 07:29

BBC Sport NI preview what is on for Team Northern Ireland in the third day of the Commonwealth Games.

Who am I? Guess The Hundred cricket star No 6

2026-07-26 · 06:55

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

Who am I? Guess Premier League star No 6

2026-07-26 · 06:51

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

Gomez injury overshadows winning start for Iraola

2026-07-26 · 06:25

Liverpool start life under Andoni Iraola with a 4-2 win over Sunderland thanks to goals from Kieran Morrison, Dominik…

Wilson makes Leeds debut in defeat by Wrexham

2026-07-26 · 06:24

Wales attacking midfielder Harry Wilson makes his first outing for Leeds United as they are beaten 3-2 by Wrexham in the…

Joshua's dramatic win over Prenga in pictures

2026-07-26 · 00:58

A pictorial view as Anthony Joshua beats Kristian Prenga in dramatic fashion in Saudi Arabia to tee up a super-fight…

Joshua knocked down twice in dramatic win

2026-07-25 · 23:06

Anthony Joshua suffers two knockdowns before recovering to dramatically stop Kristian Prenga in the second round.

Quieter night in pool for Scots, but more finals reached

2026-07-25 · 22:22

No podium places or rousing renditions of Flower of Scotland at Tollcross on Saturday night, but the home swimming ranks…

Bloodied Kelly battles past Agyarko to retain title

2026-07-25 · 22:18

Briton Josh Kelly is forced to dig deep to retain his IBF light-middleweight world title in a points win against…

Ramsay-Peaty in tears after missing out on gold again

2026-07-25 · 22:17

An emotional Adam Ramsay-Peaty questions how his future looks after missing out on gold at the Commonwealth Games in…

Smash hit: How Alex Eala's Wimbledon run made everyday Filipinos fall in love with tennis

2026-07-25 · 22:15

Formerly the preserve of the rich, tennis is booming in the basketball- and boxing-obsessed country.

Daily schedule

2026-07-25 · 21:56

The daily schedule for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Littler sets up Price final at World Matchplay

2026-07-25 · 21:39

Luke Littler is on course to beat Phil Taylor's tournament average record after another impressive victory saw him reach…

Agyarko 'didn't do enough' in world title defeat

2026-07-25 · 21:29

A "heartbroken" Caoimhin Agyarjko admits he "didn't do enough" in defeat by IBF light-middleweight champion Josh Kelly…

Arsenal plot shock Vinicius Jr move - Sunday's gossip

2026-07-25 · 21:21

Arsenal explore move for Vinicius Jr, Inter Milan interested in Cristian Romero and Real Madrid bid for Yan Diomande…

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