Root and Stokes grind down weary India to stretch lead beyond 100

The Red’s title defence is built on clever recruitment, long-term planning, and data-led strategy. In contrast, the Magpies are falling behind — and blaming the wrong things, writes JAMES NALTON

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British and Irish Lions head coach Farrell announces team selection to face Australia

Three-time Tour champion Pogacar maintains overall lead

England saviour Agyemang ‘something special’ says Wiegman

Farrell braces squad for ‘biggest game of our lives’ ahead of second Test

Campaign group’s legal challenge against decision to approve proposals dismissed

The footballers’ move across London has been met with severe criticism by Arsenal supporters on social media

Bronze fires home winning penalty to book Lionesses place in Euro 2025 semi-finals

With climate change, commercial overload and endless fixtures, footballers are being pushed to breaking point. It’s time their unions became a more powerful, unified force, writes JAMES NALTON

Mary Kom’s fists made history in the boxing world. Malak Mesleh’s never got the chance. One story ends in glory, the other in grief — but both highlight the defiance of women who dare to fight, writes JOHN WIGHT

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