‘It should be an interesting game if we get the full quota of 90 overs... We are still confident’

Tom Latham’s century and 91 from Kane Williamson put New Zealand firmly in the driving seat with a 151-run lead over Zimbabwe on the second day of the first Test yesterday.

Ko Pin Yi makes a return to Qatar after a dramatic 2015, which saw him win world titles in 9-ball and 10-ball, for the 25th edition of the WPA World 9-ball Championship, which kicks off at the Al Arabi Sports Club today.

Trio of Al Shaqab Racing, Benoist and trainer Rohaut win L’Ormarins Queens Plate for second straight year

‘In 120 internationals, I have been allowed to run out for my country and experience moments which were indescribably beautiful and successful’

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri says he can’t wait to start working with his 90 million euro man Gonzalo Higuain but warned the striker not to come to Turin expecting his place in the side is assured.

Rooney believes the arrival of Mourinho, who has 17 major trophies to his name will help propel Manchester United back towards the summit of the Premier League

‘It’s quite enjoyable to play Radek. It’s not easy to play someone you know so well and respect a lot. We are all grateful to him for staying in the sport for such a long time’

Australia coach Michael Cheika has recalled a quartet of experienced overseas-based players led by Matt Giteau and included four uncapped players in a 36-man training squad for the Rugby Championship.

John Lackey snapped a five-game losing streak with a sharp six-inning effort while reliever Aroldis Chapman picked up his first Chicago Cubs save in a 3-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday.

‘I don’t think my teammate (Hamilton) was pushing so we didn’t see what he can do’

Germany might be the twice Olympic champions defending their title in men’s field hockey but top-ranked Australia will be the team to beat at next month’s Rio Games.