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Antonio Conte's Napoli are three points clear at the top of Serie A. Getty Images

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Contractors working on the Neom development in Saudi Arabia have entered staff teams into tape-ball cricket tournaments, organised in partnership with the Rajasthan Royals IPL franchise. Photo: Neom Sport

Tape-ball cricket takes root in Neom with a little help from Dravid

UAE coach Ahmed Raza made headlines after instructing all his 10 batters to retire out in order to secure a quick win over Qatar in a Women’s T20 World Cup qualifier. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Tactical innovations that prompted law changes in cricket

Diego Costa is currently a free agent after leaving Brazilian club Gremio. Getty Images

ExclusiveCosta on why Ancelotti is good fit for Brazil and Antony's issues at Man United

Aryna Sabalenka is world No 1 and a three-time Grand Slam champion. Getty Images

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Trent Alexander-Arnold looks dejected after being booed by Liverpool fans at Anfield. PA

Ask Mina: Boos for Alexander-Arnold and Alonso's Real credentials

Newcastle United's Italian midfielder #08 Sandro Tonali celebrates after scoring his team first goal during the English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Chelsea at St James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on May 11, 2025. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /

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