General Sports 3d Briefing
×Cricket World Cup Drama
India bbc.com reached the T20 World Cup final after defeating England by seven runs in a thrilling semi-final. Jacob Bethell bbc.com delivered a stunning century for England, bringing up his fifty off 45 balls in what was described as a "brilliant" innings. Sanju Samson bbc.com also impressed with a magnificent half-century in 26 balls before being dismissed for. Brendon McCullum bbc.com reiterated his desire to remain England head coach despite the agonising defeat that ended a bruising winter campaign.
Rugby Union Updates
Ireland bbc.com captain Caelan Doris admitted his side are "nowhere near" reaching their full potential ahead of their Six Nations clash with Wales. Nick Timoney bbc.com was handed his first Six Nations start as Ireland made five changes for the match. Scotland bbc.com head coach Gregor Townsend insisted his team is only interested in keeping their Six Nations hopes alive against France. Wales bbc.com captain Dewi Lake expressed belief that his side can defy the odds and beat Ireland in Dublin. James Botham bbc.com will put a costly mishap against Scotland behind him when starting for Wales.
UFC and Boxing News
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall espn.com has signed a "commercial and advisory" deal with Eddie Hearn's newly established Matchroom Talent Agency. The BMF belt is up for grabs in the main event at UFC 326 espn.com, where Max Holloway faces Charles Oliveira in a tough matchup. Raul Rosas Jr. espn.com will battle Rob Font in an ultimate fight between youth and experience at the same event. Jai Opetaia espn.com is set to make his Zuffa Boxing debut against Brandon Glanton in Las Vegas this weekend as he chases undisputed status.
College Basketball Highlights
Breanna Stewart espn.com led Mist to the Unrivaled championship with a stellar 32-point performance, defeating Kelsey Plum's Phantom 80-74. No. 2 Arizona espn.com clinched the outright Big 12 regular-season title with a 73-57 win over No. 6 Iowa State. Top-ranked Duke espn.com overwhelmed NC State to secure the outright ACC regular-season title, with star freshman Cameron Boozer leading the way. No. 19 Miami (Ohio) espn.com extended their season-opening winning streak to 30 games with a 74-72 victory over Toledo.
Formula 1 Previews
Lando Norris bbc.com begins his title defence as the new rules, his dynamic with George Russell, and Aston Martin's unfolding challenges set up an intriguing F1 season. Lewis Hamilton bbc.com says he will "be here until that happens" as he pushes for a grand prix in Africa before retiring. Former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley bbc.com breaks down recent changes in F1 cars and engines, while experts weigh in on Hamilton's chances of winning an eighth F1 title this season. Williams wind tunnel systems engineer Christina Sullivan bbc.com shares her unlikely route into F1 after being inspired by "Drive to Survive."
Winter Sports Updates
Great Britain's Jo Butterfield and Jason Kean bbc.com lost 10-7 to Estonia in their Winter Paralympics wheelchair curling opener in Cortina. Skiing duo Menna Fitzpatrick and Scott Meenagh bbc.com were named Great Britain's flagbearers at the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony. Welsh Para-alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick bbc.com described competing at her third Winter Paralympic games as "really special" after a "rollercoaster" year. Paralympics GB's only female snowboarder Nina Sparks bbc.com shares her journey from doing the sport as a hobby to competing at Milan Cortina 2026.
Tennis and Golf News
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Hunter Armstrong espn.com plans to swim in the PED-friendly Enhanced Games while still pursuing hopes to compete in the 2028 Olympics. British number one Emma Raducanu bbc.com says she wants to "bring my instincts back out" as she prepares for Indian Wells in California. Top-ranked tennis star Sabalenka espn.com announced her engagement, drawing congratulations from players like Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Amanda Anisimova.
Other Sports Developments
Former NBA star Jason Richardson's son Jaxon Richardson espn.com committed to Alabama, telling ESPN on Thursday. Jade Jones bbc.com described her journey from taekwondo to boxing as "humbling" ahead of her debut against Egypt Criss on 7 March. Former England player Anthony Watson bbc.com revealed he cheated a concussion test during the 2017 Lions tour of New Zealand. Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton bbc.com and England women's football team bbc.com are among the nominees for this year's Laureus World Sports Awards.