General Sports 24-Hour Briefing
×Cricket World Cup
India reached the T20 World Cup final after a thrilling seven-run victory over England in Mumbai. Jacob Bethell starred with a "brilliant" century off 45 balls, but it wasn't enough to prevent England from falling short. Sanju Samson earlier smashed a "magnificent" half-century in 26 balls before being caught on, setting up India's narrow win. The defending champions will now contest the final after England missed out despite Bethell's heroics.
Six Nations Rugby
France can secure back-to-back Six Nations titles with victory over Scotland at Murrayfield this weekend. Ireland captain Caelan Doris admitted his team are "nowwhere near" reaching their full potential ahead of Friday's clash with Wales. Jack Crowley said he's "simplifying things and staying present" after reclaiming the Ireland number 10 shirt. Wales aim to have "the last laugh" against Ireland in Dublin after being mocked by their opponents. Scotland are focused solely on keeping their Six Nations hopes alive as they prepare to host France.
UFC & Combat Sports
Tom Aspinall signed with Eddie Hearn's new talent agency, prompting UFC president Dana White to say he has "no issues" with the heavyweight champion's business deal. UFC 326 features a main event between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira for the BMF belt. The card also includes a fascinating clash between 21-year-old prodigy Raul Rosas Jr and 38-year-old veteran Rob Font in a battle of youth versus experience.
Tennis & Other Sports
Jack Draper says he no longer has "any fear" around his arm injury as he prepares to defend his Indian Wells title. Great Britain's wheelchair curlers held their nerve to beat USA and remain in contention for a semi-final spot at the Winter Paralympics. Keely Hodgkinson will lead Great Britain's gold medal hopes at the World Indoor Championships in Poland later this month. The UK government will not send ministers to the Winter Paralympics opening and closing ceremonies after Russian and Belarusian athletes were invited to compete under their national flags.
College Basketball & Football
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss won a preliminary injunction allowing him to play a sixth college season in 2026, though the NCAA is appealing the decision. Five-star recruit Jaxon Richardson, son of former NBA star Jason Richardson, committed to Alabama. Caleb Wilson is increasing practice work for No. 17 North Carolina ahead of the rivalry game at No. 1 Duke but remains without clearance for 5-on-5 action due to his hand fracture.
Super League & Rugby League
Wakefield Trinity battled to a hard-fought Super League win over injury-hit Hull FC, handing their opponents their third straight loss. Premiership clubs have agreed to limit contact in training to better protect players returning from their off-season break, according to the Rugby Players' Association.
Miscellaneous Sports News
Inter Miami visited the White House to celebrate their MLS Cup victory, with Lionel Messi and owner Jorge Mas meeting President Trump. England's women's training camp was moved from UAE to South Africa, with eight uncapped players set to travel. England's Ellie Kildunne and Sadia Kabeya remain stuck in Dubai after taking a short break during the Premiership Women's Rugby's reserve week. Finn Russell has a compelling case as Scotland's greatest player as he approaches a century of caps. James Botham will put a costly mishap against Scotland behind him when starting for Wales against Ireland.