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Women's Tennis

Emma Raducanu dominated Anastasia Zakharova to win her first match at Indian Wells. The British star showed strong form as she kicks off her campaign at the prestigious tournament.

Men's Football

Jordan Ibe pleaded not guilty to assaulting a woman and has been bailed for trial in July. The former Premier League winger faces serious charges that could impact his playing career.

International Football

India aims to create T20 World Cup history when they face New Zealand in Sunday's final. The hosts face pressure as they target global success on home soil, with only one team able to fail in this high-stakes matchup.

Premier League & Domestic

Arsenal and Manchester City remain in contention for an unprecedented quadruple of trophies. BBC Sport examines which teams have previously come close to achieving this remarkable feat in English football.

Women's Football

Erin Cuthbert described being named Scotland vice-captain as a "great honour" ahead of their Women's World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg. The Chelsea midfielder spoke about her increased responsibility within the national team setup.

Six Nations Rugby

Rome's modern amphitheatre awaits a wounded England side as their Six Nations campaign falters. Italy senses a rare chance to rewrite history against their struggling opponents, while at Murrayfield France can take a significant step toward winning the tournament.

Boxing

Alycia Baumgardner will defend her titles against Bo Mi Re Shin in New York City on April 17. The bout will feature 10 three-minute rounds, matching the round length used in men's professional boxing.

Scottish Football

Martin O'Neill believes Celtic's serious trophy challenges this season should serve as a "wake-up call" for the club. Meanwhile, Danny Röhl admits he must deliver silverware at Rangers during his tenure as manager.

Northern Ireland Football

Kris Lindsay is relishing his return to Mourneview Park for Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Turkey. The interim manager looks forward to home comforts as his side prepares for the crucial match.

Women's World Cup Qualifying

Rhian Wilkinson praised the impact of her "finishers" as evidence of increased options at her disposal. Wales plots a path to the 2027 Women's World Cup with a deeper squad than in previous campaigns.

Premier League Controversy

West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is calling for clarity on what constitutes a foul at set-pieces. The Portuguese coach warned that current levels of grappling and blocking are "almost crazy" and need official clarification.

Ligue 1

Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé has been included in Paris Saint-Germain's squad for its Ligue 1 game at home to AS Monaco. The French forward returns from a calf injury for the crucial fixture.

MLS

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano labeled Lionel Messi as 'one of a kind' as the Argentine forward looks to reach 900 career goals. Messi aims for this milestone when playing against D.C. United on Saturday night.

Premier League Goalkeeping

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior said goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was "really disappointed" to be left out at Aston Villa. The manager confirmed he doesn't have a clear number one goalkeeper at the moment.

Brazilian Football

Jesse Lingard joins Corinthians, but questions remain about what the former England and Manchester United midfielder can expect in Brazil. The move represents a new chapter for the experienced player in South American football.