Former Down hurler Stephen Keith suffered a cardiac arrest while training at a gym in Portaferry. Quick CPR and defibrillation by his training partners, including Barry Milligan, saved his life. Keith now urges communities to learn CPR and install defibrillators.
England’s Alice Capsey made an impressive debut as wicketkeeper in the first ODI against Ireland, pulling off a spectacular one‑handed catch to dismiss Alice Tector. The catch helped England strike early in the match at Leicester.
The BBC announced that its long‑running winter‑sports show Ski Sunday will end after almost five decades. The decision was driven by changing audience habits and the need to meet financial savings targets, according to a BBC Sport statement. The programme, most recently fronted by Ed Leigh and Chemmy Alcott, has been a staple of UK winter‑sports coverage since 1978.
Former England captain Ben Stokes announced his move to the Adelaide Strikers for the upcoming BBL 16 campaign. The 35‑year‑old all‑rounder will be available for the whole season, bringing his World Cup‑winning experience to the Australian franchise. Coach Tim Paine praised the signing, calling Stokes one of the greatest all‑rounders in the game.
Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel played a brilliant innings of 97 runs in the second Test against England at Lord’s, but was dismissed caught by Harry Brook off Josh Tongue’s delivery, missing out on a century. England edged closer to victory as the partnership fell short of the milestone.
Ballyspallen hosted Eglinton in a Premier League fixture when rain halted play. A broken printer meant the DLS calculation could not be completed, and under NWCU rules the home side had to concede, giving Eglinton the win. The incident highlights the importance of proper technical equipment for match officials.
Pakistan’s men’s Test cricket team will meet King Charles in the gardens of Clarence House between the second and third Tests of their England tour, after the Pakistan Cricket Board threatened to cancel the series over a controversial interview with Imran Khan’s sons. The meeting follows government advice and comes as the team continues the series despite the dispute.
Huddersfield Giants continued their strong form by beating Barrow Raiders 42-0 at Craven Park in the Women’s Super League, with Mollie Iceton scoring four tries. In the same round, Featherstone Rovers defeated Leigh Leopards 30-0 at Post Office Road, securing a four‑point lead over the Leopards and setting up a Shield Final clash with the Giants.
Filip Hrgovic captured the world heavyweight title after an extraordinary ninth‑round knockout of Britain’s Moses Itauma at the O2 Arena in London. The victory marks a historic moment for the Croatian boxer, who became the new world champion.
Durham secured a dominant 10-wicket win over Gloucestershire, needing only six balls to chase the target. The victory, highlighted by David Bedingham’s century and a quick finish by Matty Potts, strengthens Durham’s lead in the Division Two table as they push for promotion.