Ben Stokes opts not to enter IPL auction

Professional rugby coach Warren Gatland warns Wales' Six Nations rivals not to underestimate his team, despite their recent struggles and injuries. With a squad featuring young players and returning veterans, Wales faces a tough challenge in the upcoming tournament. Gatland emphasizes the importance of confidence and self-belief as Wales prepares to take on France in their opening match in Paris. Full Article

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah scored his 50th European goal in the club's 2-1 win over Lille, making him the first player in Liverpool's history to achieve this milestone. Salah expressed his pride in this accomplishment, emphasizing the hard work he has put in to achieve it. Liverpool, led by Salah's inspired form, remains unbeaten in the Champions League and sits at the top of the Premier League table, with manager Arne Slot praising Salah as...

The Jets are in talks with Aaron Glenn and Lance Newmark for the head coach position, with positive progress but no deal yet in place. There is strong mutual interest between Glenn and the Jets, with expectations that he could be named the new head coach, pending further discussions. Glenn, currently the Lions' defensive coordinator, is a top candidate for the Jets after a successful season in Detroit and a history with the team as...

On MLK Day, standout fantasy basketball performances included Daniel Gafford's career-best showing with 31 points, 15 rebounds, and 7 blocks, CJ McCollum's late-game heroics leading the Pelicans to victory, and Jalen Duren's efficient effort for the Pistons. Fantasy flops featured Andrew Wiggins and Bradley Beal struggling, while Nick Richards and Bogdan Bogdanovic disappointed. A pickup worth streaming is Nick Smith Jr. of the Hornets, who showcased scoring potential in the absence of key players, making...

Your support allows The Independent to report on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing unbiased journalism accessible to all. In a dramatic Australian Open quarter-final match, Novak Djokovic overcame injury to stage an epic comeback against Carlos Alcaraz, showcasing his resilience and strategic prowess. Despite Alcaraz's initial control of the match, Djokovic's injury became a psychological advantage, leading to his victory and setting up a semi-final clash with Alexander Zverev....

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino assembled a 24-player squad for the January camp, emphasizing that it is not an "alternative" team but an opportunity for newcomers to compete for a spot in the overall player pool. Since 2002, 30 players who debuted in the January window have gone on to make World Cup rosters, with the 2022 squad including nine such players. Debutants Patrick Agyemang and Matko Miljevic impressed in a 3-1 win against Venezuela,...