Jack Norris 
Virat Kohli has responded to rumours of ‘chartered London flights’ ahead of the 2026 IPL. The Times of India reported the reaction from the star cricketer. The IPL is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India.
Como 1907 and Pisa are set to clash following recent victories. Como defeated Roma 2-1 and are looking to continue their winning streak. Pisa beat Cagliari 3-1 and will be aiming to maintain their positive momentum.
The first round of the NCAA tournament is complete, with eight teams securing their spots in the Sweet 16. The Big Ten conference has had a strong showing, with four teams advancing on Saturday. No. 11 Texas has also emerged as a ‘Cinderella’ story.
Arizona initiated their NCAA Tournament journey with a commanding 92-58 triumph against Long Island. Brayden Burries led the scoring with 18 points, supported by Koa Peat’s 15 points. The Wildcats demonstrated why they are considered a top seed with a dominant performance.
Bruno Guimarães’ future at Newcastle is uncertain following their Champions League exit. Newcastle will be aware that it’s going to be more of a challenge to hold on to Guimarães this summer. There is an emotional pull there for Bruno, and while he may have once considered Newcastle as a stepping stone when he arrived, I’m not so sure he would feel that way now.
Ronnie O’Sullivan secured a spot in his 66th ranking final at the World Open, winning a tense deciding frame against Wu Yize. O’Sullivan will now face Thepchaiya Un-Nooh, who defeated Judd Trump. The Englishman last won a ranking event in January 2024 at the World Grand Prix.
Thousands of runners are preparing to participate in the Green Park Reading Half Marathon on Sunday. The 13.1-mile route will see participants weave through Reading before finishing at Reading FC’s Select Car Leasing stadium. A number of roads will be closed along the route between 06:00 and 16:00 GMT.
The Stafford Half Marathon in 2026 will necessitate several road closures. Thirteen roads are expected to be closed for the event. This is to ensure the safety of participants and manage traffic flow during the race.
Arsenal and Manchester City will meet at Wembley. The first major final of the season offers the possibility to strike a psychological blow as the campaign enters its closing phase. It could be the first of three meetings between the pair before the season is out.
South Africa opted to bat first against New Zealand in the fourth T20I in Wellington. New Zealand are without Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson and Mitchell Santner. South Africa have a new cap in Prenelan Subrayen.