Ulster Rugby has brought in former Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt as a coach development adviser, a move welcomed by forwards coach Clarke Dermody who highlighted Schmidt’s meticulous approach. Dermody also discussed the team’s pre‑season progress and upcoming fixtures as they prepare for the United Rugby Championship season.
England dominated the opening day of the final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, dismissing the visitors for 133 and posting 156‑4 themselves. The hosts ended the day with a 23‑run advantage, putting Pakistan under pressure in the series decider.
England took early control of the third and final Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, dismissing the visitors for 133 and ending the day on 156‑4. The hosts held a 23‑run lead at stumps, putting Pakistan under pressure in the series decider.
Pakistan debutant bowler Razaullah Khan enjoyed a perfect first over in the third Test against England, claiming the prized wicket of captain Joe Root lbw for eight runs. The early breakthrough left England reeling at 39-3, setting the tone for the remainder of the match at Edgbaston.
GAA Director General Tom Ryan denied that the delayed integration of the GAA, LGFA and Camogie Association was due to misogyny, insisting the merger remains a priority despite the 2027 deadline being missed. He highlighted the inclusive and progressive nature of the organisation and its reliance on women leaders.
Ukraine’s national motorsport authority, the FAU, has urged the FIA to sanction the Russian Automobile Federation for operating offices in occupied Ukrainian territories. The FAU president Oleksander Feldman wrote to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem demanding suspension of Russia’s membership and a public statement condemning the redistribution of sporting authority.
Former Wales record try‑scorer Shane Williams, now head of rugby at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, says the WRU provides almost no financial support for school and college rugby, risking the loss of talent. He also expresses little faith in the WRU board amid ongoing debates about regional restructuring.
Raffi Quirke, a 25‑year‑old scrum‑half, has left Sale Sharks to join Newcastle Red Bulls, becoming one of 25 new arrivals at Kingston Park. He says the decision was difficult but is excited by the revamped club environment and hopes the move will reignite his England ambitions.
Northern Ireland road racer Gary McCoy is recovering from a severe crash at the Isle of Man TT that left him with five broken vertebrae and a broken shoulder blade. Despite the injuries, he remains determined to return to competition next year, driven by his lifelong passion for motorbike racing.
World number one Zhao Xintong was beaten 4-2 by England’s Oliver Lines in the opening round of the English Open, despite making two century breaks. Lines compiled breaks of 77 and 84 to clinch the match and will face Yuan Sijun in the last‑32. The result was highlighted as a major upset in the tournament.