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23 Jan

Women’s Rugby Targets Record Crowds in 2026 Guinness Women’s Six Nations with Expanded Stadium Line-Up and New U21 Series

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Women’s rugby is set for a landmark year in 2026 with the return of the Guinness Women’s Six Nations, featuring a record number of matches staged at national stadiums and the introduction of a new U21 Women’s Six Nations Series aimed at strengthening the international player pathway. Riding momentum from the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 and sustained growth in global audiences, the 2026 Championship will begin on April 11. The opening round includes England hosting Ireland at Allianz Stadium, the venue of the Red Roses’ recent World Cup triumph. More than 50,000 tickets have already been sold, placing the…

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21 Jan

Daryl Mitchell Tops ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings After Stunning India Series

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New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell has claimed the No.1 spot in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings after a record-breaking series against India. Mitchell scored 352 runs in three matches, including a career-best 137 in the final ODI in Indore, helping New Zealand win their first-ever ODI series in India 2-1. Mitchell’s 845 rating points are the second highest ever by a Kiwi batter, behind Glenn Turner’s 854 in 1983. He had earlier briefly been No.1 in November before being overtaken by Rohit Sharma. Virat Kohli, who reclaimed the top spot last week, now trails Mitchell by 50 points. Other…

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21 Jan

Allwyn Named Official Volunteer Learning and Development Partner of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

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National Lottery operator Allwyn has been confirmed as the Official Volunteer Learning and Development Partner of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, with just over six months remaining until the first medals are awarded. More than 3,000 volunteers will play a central role when the Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow from 23 July to 2 August 2026. Through this partnership, Allwyn will support the delivery of a comprehensive training program designed to ensure volunteers are fully prepared to help stage a world-class celebration of sport and culture. Allwyn is backing the volunteering program through its Social Value Fund, a £1 million…

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21 Jan

World Rugby Extends Official Apparel Partnership with Macron Until 2029

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World Rugby has extended its official apparel partnership with Italian sportswear brand Macron until 2029 continuing a collaboration that began in 2022 and underlining a shared commitment to quality, performance and innovation in the global game. Under the renewed agreement, Macron will remain an official sports apparel supplier for Rugby World Cup tournaments and the official match official kit supplier to World Rugby. The partnership will cover major international events including the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 and Women’s Rugby World Cup 2029 in Australia, as well as World Rugby’s annual competition calendar such as the HSBC SVNS Series. Macron…

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21 Jan

Will Malajczuk Hits Fastest Century in ICC U19 Men’s World Cup History

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Will Malajczuk etched his name into the record books after smashing the fastest century in ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup history, powering Australia to a commanding eight wicket victory over Japan. Chasing 202 in Windhoek, the Australian opener produced a stunning display of aggressive batting, racing to 102 off just 55 balls. His innings, featuring 12 fours and five sixes, dismantled the Japanese bowling attack and ensured Australia completed the chase with ease. Malajczuk reached his half-century in only 23 deliveries, the quickest ever at an U19 World Cup before going on to break the record for the fastest…

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20 Jan

Rehaan Ahtif Replaces Dylan Thakrar in Tanzania Squad for ICC U19 World Cup 2026

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The Event Technical Committee of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Rehaan Ahtif as a replacement for Dylan Thakrar in the Tanzania squad. Thakrar was ruled out of the tournament after sustaining an injury to his left middle finger during Tanzania’s second Group D match against South Africa, making him unable to continue in the remainder of the event. Player replacements require formal approval from the Event Technical Committee before being added to the squad. The committee comprises Wasim Khan (Chair, ICC General Manager - Cricket), Sarah Edgar (ICC Senior Manager - Events), Hamilton Masakadza (Zimbabwe…

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20 Jan

AFCON Finalists Senegal and Morocco Shine in January 2026 FIFA Men’s World Ranking

Elite News Nepal0 CommentsEnglishAFCON 2026, African football, Algeria Football, CAF, Cameroon Football, Congo DR Football, CONMEBOL, Côte d’Ivoire Football, Egypt Football, FIFA World Ranking, Morocco Football, Nigeria Football, Senegal Football, Soccer Rankings, UEFA

The January 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola Men's World Ranking saw major movements following the recent CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with finalists Senegal and Morocco among the biggest gainers. Morocco rose three places to 8th, marking their highest-ever ranking and a return to the top 10 for the first time since 1998. Senegal, AFCON champions, climbed seven places to 12th, reaching a new career-high in the rankings. Other African nations also made impressive gains: Nigeria (26th, up 12), Cameroon (45th, up 12), Algeria (28th, up 6), Egypt (31st, up 4), Côte d’Ivoire (37th, up 5), and Congo DR (48th, up 8).…

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19 Jan

FIFA Reveals Full Line-Up for Men’s and Women’s Series 2026™

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FIFA has confirmed the hosts and group composition for the expanded FIFA Series 2026™, featuring 48 national teams competing in 12 groups during the international match windows in March and April. The tournament includes 9 men’s groups and 3 women’s groups, with all six FIFA confederations represented. Men’s Groups: The men's competition will be hosted across Australia, Azerbaijan, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Rwanda, and Uzbekistan. The groups are as follows: Australia (host): Australia, Cameroon, China PR, Curaçao Azerbaijan (host): Azerbaijan, Oman, Sierra Leone, St Lucia Indonesia (host): Indonesia, Bulgaria, Solomon Islands, St Kitts and Nevis Kazakhstan (host): Kazakhstan,…

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19 Jan

FIFA Women’s Champions Cup Trophy Unveiled in London Ahead of Finals

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London—The FIFA Women's Champions Cup 2026™ trophy was unveiled today in London ahead of the competition's first-ever intercontinental club finals. The unveiling took place at a school near Brentford Stadium, the host venue for the semi-finals on Wednesday, Jan 28. Pupils were given an exclusive first look at the trophy and received official tournament merchandise. The event marked the official reveal of the trophy that will be lifted by the inaugural women's intercontinental club champions on Sunday, Feb 1, at Arsenal Stadium. The semi-finals at Brentford Stadium will feature two matches: Gotham FC (United States), winners of the CONCACAF Champions…

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18 Jan

Obaid replaces injured Zadran in Afghanistan U19 lineup

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The Event Technical Committee of the ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Aqil Khan Obaid as a replacement for Hafieezullah Zadran in the Afghanistan squad. The decision was ratified by the Event Technical Committee after Zadran suffered a fracture to his left wrist during Afghanistan’s opening match of the tournament against South Africa. Medical assessments have ruled him out of the remainder of the competition, prompting the need for a squad change. As per tournament regulations, any player replacement must receive formal clearance from the Event Technical Committee before being added to the official squad list. Following…

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