Adam Gilchrist : The Blacksmith of Johannesburg
A romantic look at Adam Gilchrist’s legendary double-hundred against South Africa in 2002. Re-live the fastest 200 in Test history and how Gilly redefined cricket.
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One Man Against the World : The Ben Stokes Miracle at Headingley
The task was almost impossible. Everyone thought. But two men never thought about it. How Ben Stokes and Jack Leach pulled off the impossible
Brilliant Manchester United paint the town red. City brushed aside.
Manchester United bare their teeth. It is a win that will live in the memories of the Manchester United fans. Beating Manchester City, the relentless machine, is not easy. It was an evening that started in nervous trepidation and ended…
Ruben Amorim sacked. The Premier League sees the start of the manager cull festival.
Maresca got the boot and the ball rolling, and now Ruben Amorim bites dust.
Chelsea sack Enzo Maresca after 18 months: Who might be the next unfortunate Premier League manager to get a sack.
Chelsea have sacked manager Enzo Maresca after a poor run of form, ending his 18‑month spell at Stamford Bridge. The decision comes just days before they clash with Manchester City, as the club looks to salvage its season. Chelsea Sack…
Arsenal end the year on a high note : End Aston Villa’s remarkable run
Arsenal thrash Aston Villa in a revenge match. Go into 2026 on top of the table : A match report
Premier League match report : David Raya wins it for Arsenal : A save saves two points
No matter how good your teammates protecting the space in front of you are, that moment is all about just you and the ball, both in the air and both capable of altering the result. Raya's gloved finger tips arrived in time, and he brought off a save that was as good as any goal Arsenal would score at the other end.
Premier League Review : Liverpool’s season of misery : Is there a brilliant comeback in the offing
In a world of impermanence, Liverpool fell off the cliff in double time. And what a fall it has been. It doesn't look good, even with eyes closed. Anfield has fallen and fallen repeatedly. These days, opposing teams walk into the imposing Liverpool home with no fear. For the fans it seems to be like having ordered from a high end Gourmet menu, only to be served with burnt food.
Isles of Scilly Football League – The World’s Smallest Football League
Discover the Isles of Scilly Football League – the world’s smallest league with just two teams, Garrison Gunners and Woolpack Wanderers
Kepa’s heroics saves Arsenal blushes as they book a semi-final spot in Carabao Cup.
Under the floodlights at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal and Crystal Palace served up a Carabao Cup quarter-final that felt had everything that a football encounter can provide. Possession football, counter attacks, goals, and a brilliant penalty shootout. But the there…