General Sports 3d Briefing
×Cricket World Cup Highlights
India bbc.com reached the T20 World Cup final after England bbc.com fell short by seven runs in a thrilling semi-final. Jacob Bethell bbc.com delivered a "brilliant" century off 45 balls, but it wasn't enough as India bbc.com prevailed. Sanju Samson also starred with a "magnificent" half-century in 26 balls before being caught by Salt on 89 from 42 balls. England captain Harry Brook bbc.com said unity has driven the team to the semi-finals and they don't need the perfect performance to win. Former England captain Michael Vaughan bbc.com believes England have better spinners than India and has a "funny feeling" Harry Brook's side will win Thursday's semi-final.
Premier League Darts
Luke Littler bbc.com spoiled the Welsh party with a Premier League win, beating Premier League leader Jonny Clayton 6-4 in a top-class final at Utilita Arena in Cardiff. Jonny Clayton bbc.com said it would be amazing to meet fellow Welshman Gerwyn Price in the final on night five of the Premier League Darts in Cardiff.
Super League Action
Wakefield Trinity bbc.com battled to a hard-fought Super League win over injury-hit Hull FC, handing them their third straight loss. The match showcased Wakefield's resilience against a depleted Hull side.
NCAA Football Updates
The NCAA espn.com is appealing the preliminary injunction that a state court in Mississippi granted to Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to allow him a sixth college season in 2026. Meanwhile, top-10 senior Bruce Branch III espn.com has committed to BYU, giving coach Kevin Young his third consecutive recruiting class with a five-star recruit.
College Basketball News
Star freshman Caleb Wilson espn.com is increasing practice work for No. 17 North Carolina ahead of the rivalry game at No. 1 Duke but has yet to be cleared for 5-on-5 action due to his hand fracture. No. 2 Arizona espn.com clinched the outright Big 12 regular-season title with a 73-57 win over No. 6 Iowa State on Monday night. Star freshman Cameron Boozer espn.com and top-ranked Duke overwhelmed NC State on Monday night to clinch the outright ACC regular-season title.
UFC and Combat Sports
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall bbc.com signed with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn's new agency. UFC 326 espn.com features a fight between Raul Rosas Jr. espn.com and Rob Font in an ultimate battle of youth vs. experience. The BMF belt is up for grabs in the main event on Saturday night, with Max Holloway espn.com and Charles Oliveira competing for the honor that Nate Diaz inspired.
Rugby Union
Scotland bbc.com are only interested in keeping their Six Nations hopes alive, with head coach Gregor Townsend insisting he has given little consideration to the prospect of France securing the title. Wales captain Dewi Lake bbc.com says his side believe they can defy the odds and beat Ireland on Friday night in Dublin. Nick Timoney bbc.com is handed his first Six Nations start as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell makes five changes to his XV for Friday's match against Wales in Dublin (20:10 . Ireland captain Caelan Doris bbc.com says his side are "nowhere near" reaching their full potential as they prepare to face Wales following a record away victory over England.
Winter Paralympics
No UK government ministers or officials bbc.com will attend the Winter Paralympics opening and closing ceremonies after Russian and Belarusian athletes were invited to compete under their national flags. 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 will be Great Britain's flagbearers at the Winter Paralympics opening ceremony on Friday.
Formula 1 Preseason
The new Formula 1 season is entering a new era with more drivers and all new rule changes. Lando Norris bbc.com defends his title while the George Russell-Max Verstappen dynamic and Aston Martin's unfolding nightmare set up an intriguing F1 season. Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton bbc.com says "I'm going to be here until that happens" as he pushes for a grand prix in Africa. Former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley bbc.com breaks down recent changes in F1 cars and engines, while experts weigh in on Hamilton's bbc.com chances of winning an eighth F1 title this season.
Athletics and Olympics
Olympic champion Rhys McClenaghan bbc.com speaks to BBC Sport NI's Nigel Ringland about returning to the pommel horse after 18 months out injured. Paralympics GB's only female snowboarder Nina Sparks bbc.com tells BBC Sport about her journey from doing the sport as a hobby to competing at Milan Cortina 2026. When Nina Sparks bbc.com was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, she decided it would be the making of her - now she's competing at the Winter Paralympics.
Tennis Updates
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. The news drew congratulations espn.com from players like Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Amanda Anisimova after tennis star Sabalenka announced her engagement.
Other Sports News
Former India players Rahul Dravid and Ravichandran Ashwin bbc.com are among the latest investors to acquire a franchise in the European T20 Premier League. Former England captain Michael Vaughan says England have a better spin attack than India and he has a "funny feeling" Harry Brook's side will win Thursday's T20 World Cup semi-final. England Under-20 star Lucas Friday bbc.com discusses his anterior cruciate ligament recovery and learning off Harlequins scrum-half Danny Care. Para-powerlifter and multi-sport enthusiast Hope Gordon bbc.com shares her Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games aims.