England captain Alastair Cook named in ICC Test Team of the Year
Joe Root, Jonny Bairstow, Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler all recognised by cricket's governing body.
Sadio Mane optimistic Liverpool can cope without him during AFCON
Senegal international could miss eight matches at the start of 2017 due to international commitments.
Daniel Ricciardo addresses vacant Mercedes seat as decision draws nearer
Red Bull driver not interested in replacing Nico Rosberg as Felipe Massa's return to Williams nears.
Petra Kvitova learns extent of hand injuries after vicious knife attack
Two-time Wimbledon champion undergoes nearly four hours of surgery after attack at her home.
Anthony Joshua on collision course with Luis Ortiz if he beats Wladimir Klitschko
World Boxing Association president Gilberto J Mendoza outlines vision for heavyweight division.
Nathan Ake expected to return to Chelsea first team after Bournemouth heroics
The 21-year-old has scored three goals in his last six Premier League appearances.
Alastair Cook to consider future as England captain after India series defeat
Cook will return home and hold talks with director of cricket Andrew Strauss over role.
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel holds 'advanced discussions' over January move
The Nigeria international has not featured in a Blues matchday squad this season under Antonio Conte.
Jose Mourinho discusses possibility of signing new players at Manchester United
The Portuguese coach is content with squad ahead of the January transfer window.
Sir David Brailsford discloses contents of mysterious package delivered to Team Sky
Cycling supremo faces grilling by MPs over doping in the sport.
Karun Nair hits triple century as record-breaking India humiliate England
Hosts record highest score of 759 for 7 as England are embarrassed in fifth Test in Chennai.
Roger Federer addresses retirement, 'surprising' Murray world No.1 and Djokovic slump
The 17-time grand slam champion did not consider ending career during recent injury lay-off.
Toby Alderweireld injury 'not a big issue' says Tottenham boss Pochettino
The Spurs boss hails character following victory over Burnley at White Hart Lane.
Jurgen Klopp rubbishes suggestions media campaign influenced Loris Karius omission
Simon Mignolet kept the Reds' third Premier League clean sheet of the season as they went second.
Anthony Joshua targets emulating Cristiano Ronaldo against Wladimir Klitschko
Former Olympic champion insists he will not achieve legendary status even if he beats Klitschko.
Wladimir Klitschko believes Tyson Fury loss boosts chances of beating Anthony Joshua
Former two-time heavyweight champion confident he will be sharp come first fight in 18 months.
Middlesbrough 0-3 Liverpool: Premier League - as it happened
Lallana brace and Divock Origi's fifth goal in as many games defeats poor Boro.
Arsenal were outfought by Everton admits Arsene Wenger
French boss content with fighting spirit shown by team in 2-1 defeat at Goodison Park.
Everton 2-1 Arsenal, Bournemouth 1-0 Leicester: Premier League - as it happened
Toffees secure first win since October to inflict upon Arsene Wenger's side first loss since opening day.
Dimitri Payet 'fully committed' to West Ham despite Manchester United transfer links
Captain Mark Noble dismisses rumours linking France international with January move to Old Trafford.
Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli responds to PSG speculation
The England international insists Spurs are title contenders despite defeat to Manchester United.
David Moyes outlines mystery Sunderland injury list for Chelsea clash
Manager refuses to confirm injury list but states several young players will be involved.
Australia and England to contest first day-night Ashes Test in 2017-18
The Adelaide Oval will host the first Ashes Test under floodlights in cricket history.
Valtteri Bottas unlikely to join Mercedes from Williams says Martin Brundle
Williams driver is being lined up to replace retired world champion Nico Rosberg for 2017.
Romelu Lukaku 'difficult' to sign after joining Chelsea says Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger
Gunners boss is hopeful of retaining Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain amid speculation over his future.
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey 'not ready' for Everton clash
Arsene Wenger confident Shkodran Mustafi will only miss three weeks with hamstring injury.
Champions League last 16 draw: Bayern Munich vs Arsenal, Man City vs Monaco - as it happened
Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid potentially lie in wait for the Premier League trio.
Liverpool 2-2 West Ham: Premier League - as it happened
The Reds look to close the gap to Chelsea and Arsenal against the Hammers at Anfield.
India captain Virat Kohli hits record 235 to torment woeful England
India skipper makes record double century in Mumbai to leave the tourists facing an innings defeat.
Chelsea 1-0 West Brom: Premier League - as it happened
Antonio Conte's side go back to the top of the Premier League.
