England centre Manu Tuilagi has sought to restore his reputation by outlining his version of the events that led to his conviction for assaulting two female police officers

Hawk-eye will make its competitive debut at the Rugby World Cup. Here is how it will make its presence felt during the tournament.

Chris Hatherall looks ahead to today’s World Cup action as eight teams go into Day 13 looking to finish the group stage on a high.

The Ireland squad flies out to France today ahead of the start of the World Cup.

England boss Brian Ashton has named his 30-man World Cup squad – with Mike Tindall and Charlie Hodgson the big-name casualties.

Cricket: Ireland batsman Andy Balbernie believes his team-mate Ed Joyce’s experience could be crucial at the World Cup, which gets underway this weekend.

Before the World Cup, Cricket Ireland chief executive Warren Deutrom said that it would be a "failure" if Ireland missed out on the quarter-finals.

Manchester United have refuted reports which suggest Wayne Rooney is definitely out of this summer’s World Cup.

Wales coach Steve Hansen has made four changes to his starting line-up for Sunday’s World Cup quarter-final against England at Suncorp Stadium.

Sven-Goran Eriksson insisted England’s World Cup 2006 qualifying draw is “absolutely not easy” after being paired with Wales and Northern Ireland.

Austin Healey tonight classed himself as “an outsider” to make England’s World Cup squad.

Clive Woodward has issued a confident and upbeat message to English fans ahead of tomorrow’s World Cup semi-final showdown with France at Telstra Stadium.

Chelsea have confirmed midfielder Michael Essien suffered a knee injury during today’s pre-season training.

French club La Rochelle have confirmed the signing of back-row forward Alfie To’oala from Leeds Carnegie.

A furious Gary Cahill accused Corinthians striker Emerson of smashing him in the face but he admitted he deserved to be sent off for his reaction in yesterday’s Club World Cup final defeat.

Irish international Denis Leamy is the latest Munster player set to be forced to retire through injury, the news expected to be confirmed today.

IRISH rugby head coach, Declan Kidney is to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Limerick in recognition of his huge contribution to Irish sport, it was confirmed yesterday.

LIVERPOOL have given permission for striker Neil Mellor to speak to Hearts about a move north of the border.

FULHAM manager Chris Coleman yesterday vented his frustration over international friendly demands after Papa Bouba Diop returned from Senegal’s midweek win over Norway with a swollen foot and is doubtful for tomorrow’s Premiership clash with Arsenal at Craven Cottage.

Ken Doherty, the 1997 world champion, made the last 16 of the Malta Cup tonight after completing a 5-2 victory over Welshman Ryan Day.