General Sports 3d Briefing
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Ireland bbc.com made five changes for their Six Nations clash against Wales in Dublin, with Nick Timoney earning his first start. Wales bbc.com recalled Ellis Mee for the encounter, while head coach Rhian Wilkinson plans to continue rotating goalkeepers during their Women's World Cup qualifying campaign. The Six Nations trophy will be retired from ceremonial use after being damaged by fire during transit.
Cricket
India bbc.com booked their T20 World Cup semi-final spot against England with a five-wicket victory over West Indies, thanks to Sanju Samson's unbeaten. England captain Harry Brook emphasized that "unity" has driven their team to the semi-finals, noting they don't need a perfect performance to win. Former England captain Michael Vaughan believes England's spin attack is superior to India's and has a "funny feeling" they'll win the semi-final.
College Basketball
No. 19 Miami (Ohio) espn.com extended their season-opening winning streak to 30 games with a 74-72 victory over Toledo, closing in on a perfect regular season. Duke espn.com clinched the outright ACC regular-season title, overwhelming NC State 73-57. The Blue Devils also topped the men's AP poll for a record 149th time. UConn espn.com completed their 11th undefeated regular season, positioning themselves nine wins from repeating as national champions.
Football (Soccer)
Defending champions Inter Miami espn.com finally got their 2026 MLS season on track with a comeback win. The England women's football team was among the nominees for this year's Laureus World Sports Awards. Brazil World Cup qualification is "in Wales' sights" according to captain Angharad James as they begin their campaign in the Czech Republic.
Formula 1
The Australian Grand Prix espn.com might see chaos from the start as F1 enters its biggest rule change in history with new engines, chassis, tires and fuel regulations. George Russell is described as "elite" and a "leader" who may now have the car to challenge for the title. The Australian Grand Prix organizers remain "really confident" that Middle East travel disruption won't impact the season-opening race.
Other Sports
Colorado espn.com mourned quarterback Dominiq Ponder, who died in a single-car crash at age. Tyler Reddick espn.com made NASCAR history by becoming the first driver to win the first three races of the season. Barry Hawkins bbc.com claimed his first Welsh Open title with a 9-5 victory over Jack Lisowski. Casey Jarvis espn.com won the South African Open, earning spots in both the Masters and Open Championship.
Winter Sports
Welsh Para-alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick bbc.com described reaching her third Winter Paralympic games as "really special" after a "rollercoaster" year. Fitzpatrick and Scott Meenagh were named Great Britain's flagbearers for the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony.
Boxing & Combat Sports
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Hunter Armstrong espn.com plans to swim in the PED-friendly Enhanced Games while still pursuing 2028 Olympic hopes. Jade Jones bbc.com called her transition from taekwondo to boxing "humbling" as she prepares for her debut against Egypt Criss on March 7.
Golf
Nico Echavarria espn.com claimed victory at the Cognizant Classic after Shane Lowry collapsed with two double bogeys in his final round. The USGA announced that the U.S. Amateur winner will now receive the Tiger Woods Medal, while the U.S. Junior Amateur champion gets the Tiger Woods Trophy.
Rugby League
Halifax Panthers bbc.com regained RFL membership after liquidation, taking over the former club's participation in the second-tier Championship this season.
Tennis
Players fled and a tournament was cancelled when a drone attack in the UAE caused a nearby fire at an oil terminal. Tennis star Daniil Medvedev espn.com indicated he's among athletes trying to leave Dubai amid the Middle East travel shutdown.
GAA
BBC Sport NI highlighted key talking points from the latest round of National League action, noting Donegal's continued strong form, Derry's surge, and struggles in hurling.
Athletics
Three athletes who were led off course while leading the US half marathon championship will receive compensation after finishing well outside the top three positions.