Category Archives: Sports
I went to the ‘wonderful Twickenham refurbishment’ and this is what I saw
Jamie George leads England to Twickenham ahead of Wales game – Getty Images/David Rogers Since the England squad, along with new captain Jamie George, first assembled at the beginning of January, there has been a huge emphasis on reconnecting with fans and improving the Twickenham matchday experience. George spoke passionately about his desire to ‘make… Read More »
NFL Super Bowl 2024 Guide: When today, how to watch, halftime show and latest odds
San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs will face each other today in Super Bowl LVIII. Both teams won their respective playoff championship games to qualify for the biggest game on the sports calendar, held this year at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, where they will compete for the Vince Lombardi trophy. The Chiefs aim… Read More »
Six Nations 2024 fantasy rugby: Quick notes with top tips
Try and 97 running meters help Aaron Wainwright score big in round one – PA/Joe Giddens There is no need to dwell on the heartbreaking mistakes of my World Cup fantasy campaign. I have completely given up favoring Max Malins over Henry Arundell, who scored five tries for England to beat Chile. Will there be… Read More »
Yashasvi Jaiswal: From street food vendor to tent-living to India’s next star
Jwala Singh, who mentored, coached and played for Yashasvi Jaiswal, proudly displays a photo of the young opener’s double century against England in Visakhapatnam – Philip Brown/Popperfoto Sitting in her office surrounded by cricket trophies, Jwala Singh wipes her tears and remembers the vow she made the day her father died. “I promised myself that… Read More »
England v Wales, Six Nations player ratings: Main man Ben Earl brings ‘big boy energy’
Ben Earl impressed for England once again – Getty Images/Dan Mullan Thanks to a second-half performance, England almost outclassed Wales at Twickenham and pulled the visitors back to eventual victory. The home team didn’t put in a great performance, but the important thing was to get the win and Ben Earl’s ball carrying was crucial… Read More »