General Sports 3d Briefing
×T20 World Cup Drama
India bbc.com reached the T20 World Cup final after a thrilling seven-run victory over England in their semi-final. Jacob Bethell scored a brilliant century off just 45 balls bbc.com, but it wasn't enough as India held on for victory. Sanju Samson also contributed with a magnificent half-century bbc.com, while New Zealand's Cole McConchie made early inroads with two wickets in two balls bbc.com in their semi-final against South Africa.
College Sports Update
NCAA espn.com is challenging the eligibility of Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss who was granted a preliminary injunction for a sixth college season in 2026. Meanwhile, North Carolina freshman Caleb Wilson espn.com continues to practice but remains sidelined with a hand fracture ahead of the rivalry game against Duke. In recruiting news, five-star prospect Jaxon Richardson espn.com, son of NBA star Jason Richardson, has committed to Alabama.
International Rugby Scene
Finn Russell bbc.com is being lauded for his compelling case as one of Scotland's greatest players as he approaches a century of caps. Ireland captain Caelan Doris bbc.com believes his team is "nowwhere near" reaching their full potential after a record away victory over England. Wales captain Dewi Lake bbc.com is confident his side can beat Ireland on Friday night despite being underdogs.
F1 and Motorsport
Lewis Hamilton bbc.com wants an African grand prix before he retires, while George Russell bbc.com is considered "elite" and a "leader" who may now have a car capable of challenging for the title. The Australian Grand Prix espn.com is set to deliver what ESPN describes as "the craziest F1 start ever" with potential chaos at the start of the season.
Other Notable Sports News
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall bbc.com has signed for Eddie Hearn's new talent agency. In college basketball, Miami (Ohio) espn.com extended their winning streak to 30 games with a narrow victory over Toledo. Former India cricket stars Rahul Dravid and Ravichandran Ashwin bbc.com are among investors acquiring a franchise in the European T20 Premier League.
Winter Sports
Paralympics GB's only female snowboarder Nina Sparks bbc.com says she was inspired by Kadeena Cox when she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Welsh Para-alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick bbc.com is aiming for glory at the Winter Paralympics after a "rollercoaster" year. Great Britain's wheelchair curlers bbc.com lost their opener to Estonia at the Winter Paralympics.
Basketball and Other Sports
Breanna Stewart espn.com scored 32 points to lead Mist to the Unrivaled title despite a brilliant 40-point performance from Kelsey Plum. WNBPA executive committee members Kelsey Plum and Breanna Stewart espn.com have expressed serious concerns about how the players' association is handling CBA talks. In tennis, Novak Djokovic espn.com believes Serena Williams could make her return at Wimbledon.