Crowds lined the streets of Bethlehem as runners carried messages of solidarity, perseverance and freedom, writes SAM METZ

Londoner earns 11th-round stoppage over British rival Wardley in Manchester

JON GEMMELL reviews cricket’s almanac — with India and Pakistan taking centre stage

JAMES NALTON argues that, unlike previous years, the deserving winner is not so apparent  

CLAUDIA CIOBANU writes on the fan-run club pushing back against Poland’s far-right football culture

Pereira gives Gibbs-White time to prove fitness for Villa clash

Hardship during the 1926 lockout helped uncover talent that would go on to define county cricket, writes JON GEMMELL

From ground-sharing and ownership battles to a return to the Premier League, the Sky Blues’ rise reflects the spirit of the city itself, writes DAVID CONWAY