MEN’S RUGBY UNION: England scrum-half Ben Spencer has recovered from a shoulder injury to lead Bath into Sunday’s Championship Cup semi-final against Bordeaux. Spencer faced a race against time to be fit for the Stade Atlantique Bordeaux Metropole clash but has been given the all-clear to resume his half-back partnership with Finn Russell. Max Ojomoh and Cameron Redpath have lost their fitness battles, however, so Ollie Lawrence moves to inside centre with Louie Hennessey selected at 13.

WOMEN’S CRICKET: This summer’s landmark women’s Test between England and India at Lord’s is set to attract a record crowd. The current high mark for a women’s Test in England stands at 23,207 for the 2023 Ashes clash at Trent Bridge and Marylebone Cricket Club has already exceeded that number in pre-sales. Robert Lawson, chief executive and secretary of MCC, said: “We’re thrilled to have already broken this significant record within women’s cricket.”

MEN’S CRICKET: Kent have suspended comments on their official social media accounts, with head coach Adam Hollioake suggesting players’ mental health could be affected by excessive criticism. The county have endured a poor start to the season, sitting bottom of Division Two in the County Championship after three matches, and have faced some stinging critiques online. A statement regarding the club’s decision was released ahead of their latest game against Derbyshire, which began today at Canterbury.

MEN’S FOOTBALL: Manager Fabian Hurzeler says Brighton are brimming with energy, enthusiasm and positivity ahead of continuing their European push at Newcastle tomorrow. Albion players were given five days off following a thumping 3-0 Premier League win over Chelsea on April 21 before returning to work on Monday. The in-form Seagulls travel to St James’ Park sitting sixth in the table following six wins from their last eight outings.