On the opening day of the second Test against New Zealand in Dhaka, Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim made history by becoming only the second Test batter to be dismissed for obstructing the field. The incident occurred when the 36-year-old handled the ball as it bounced away from him while defending a delivery from Kyle Jamieson.
Golf's prominent long hitters may experience a reduction of approximately 15 yards in the distance their tee shots can travel, following rule changes announced by the R&A and United States Golf Association. The alterations to ball specifications will impact all players, with recreational golfers, who generally lack the rapid swing speeds of professionals, expected to see a more modest reduction of fewer than five yards on their longest shots. The decision to limit hitting distances has been met with opposition from golf manufacturers and leading tours during an extended period of consultation.
Former England goalkeeper David James has raised concerns about the use of snus among football players, drawing from his personal experience with the tobacco product. Snus, a small pouch containing tobacco that is placed under the lip, releases nicotine into the bloodstream. The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has reported a growing number of players using snus, leading to concerns about addiction and its potential impact on players' performances.
Struggling in the Premier League with a series of disappointing results, Sheffield United has taken decisive action by sacking manager Paul Heckingbottom. The club's ownership has turned to a familiar face, appointing former manager Chris Wilder as his replacement. This move comes as Sheffield United finds itself anchored at the bottom of the Premier League table, facing the daunting challenge of a four-point gap from safety after enduring 11 defeats in the first 14 games of the season.
Kyle Sinckler, the England and Bristol prop, has raised a pertinent issue within the realm of international rugby, indicating that Owen Farrell's decision to prioritize mental wellbeing and step back from the 2024 Six Nations may be a precursor to more players taking similar breaks. Sinckler, an experienced player with 68 caps, is advocating for a more comprehensive support system from rugby authorities to help athletes navigate the substantial pressures associated with playing for England.
Paul Heckingbottom is on the verge of being dismissed as the manager of Sheffield United within the next 24 hours. Following a 5-0 defeat at Burnley on Saturday, the team finds itself at the bottom of the Premier League with just five points from 14 games, having lost 11 matches. Heckingbottom, who became the permanent manager in November 2021 after guiding United to the top flight with a second-place Championship finish, criticized the club's decision to sell key players in the summer. Chris Wilder, a former manager, is among the top contenders for the managerial position.
On Tuesday, U.K. police apprehended an individual linked to the tragic demise of American professional hockey player Adam Johnson. Johnson, aged 29, suffered a fatal neck injury from a hockey skate during a match between his Nottingham Panthers and the Sheffield Steelers on October 28.
Amani Oruwariye, a cornerback on the New York Giants' practice squad, was reportedly taken off the practice field on a backboard and transported to a local hospital by ambulance on Wednesday.
Chelsea have concurred a charge worth £45 million with Manchester City for Britain under-21 universal Cole Palmer, sources told ESPN.
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz delivered an intense showdown on Sunday during the final match of the Western & Southern Open, captivating fans worldwide. However, only one of them could claim victory in Cincinnati. Following a thrilling match that lasted nearly four hours, marked by Djokovic's impressive rescue of a championship point, the Serbian secured his 39th ATP Masters 1000 title, extending his record.