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Injuries have hit the England rugby team ahead of the Six Nations, with Jamie George and Alex Mitchell among those forced to withdraw from the opening fixture against Ireland. George's absence as captain due to a hamstring injury is a significant blow, while Mitchell's potential unavailability at scrum half could also impact the team's performance. Replacements have been called up, including Ben Spencer and rising star Henry Pollock, as England prepares for the tournament under...

Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz face off in the Australian Open quarter-finals, with Djokovic seeking his 25th grand slam title and Alcaraz aiming to become the youngest man to complete the career grand slam. Djokovic boycotted a post-match interview due to "insulting and offensive" comments from a presenter, adding controversy to their match. The winner will play Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals after a four-set win over Tommy Paul. Full Article

Jake Michaels is a Melbourne-based sports writer for ESPN since 2013, covering various sports worldwide. The upcoming Australian Open quarterfinal will feature a highly anticipated matchup between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. Djokovic, a 10-time champion at the Australian Open, holds a favorable head-to-head record against Alcaraz and is playing for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title. On the other hand, Alcaraz, 16 years younger and fresher, has spent less time on court in the...

In a hard-fought 27-25 victory against the Ravens, the Bills secured their spot in the AFC Championship Game after years of playoff heartbreak, exorcising past demons and displaying a newfound resilience. The team's evolution and determination were evident as they forced the Ravens to adjust to their game plan, setting up a rematch with the Chiefs, who have been a formidable obstacle in previous playoff matchups. With only 13 players remaining from their last AFC...

Paula Badosa defeated Coco Gauff at the Australian Open quarterfinals, ending Gauff's 13-match winning streak. Badosa, who faced potential retirement due to a back injury last year, advanced to her first grand slam semi-final. Gauff acknowledged Badosa's strong performance and expressed optimism for her future, despite the loss. Full Article

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans defended cornerback Kris Boyd's actions after nearly shoving special teams coach Frank Ross during a playoff game against the Chiefs, stating it was not done in a disrespectful manner but out of excitement. Boyd stripped the ball from a Chiefs returner, celebrated by removing his helmet, and then pushed Ross on the sideline, resulting in an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. Ryans emphasized the need for Boyd to maintain composure and adhere to...