Big decisions, big deals, and big debuts—coming up, we break down the latest in football, cricket, and rugby.
Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly avoids suspension after his controversial red card against Wolves is overturned. But the fallout continues, with referee Michael Oliver receiving threats.
In cricket, a major sale is brewing in the Hundred. Chelsea’s Todd Boehly, the Glazers, and tech giants are among bidders for a huge stake in London Spirit.
And in rugby, a Harlequins star is set for his England debut against defending champions Ireland in the Six Nations opener, with coach Steve Borthwick confident of the ability of his side.
With all the details, is Charles Hague-Jones.
Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly avoids suspension after his controversial red card against Wolves is overturned. But the fallout continues, with referee Michael Oliver receiving threats.
In cricket, a major sale is brewing in the Hundred. Chelsea’s Todd Boehly, the Glazers, and tech giants are among bidders for a huge stake in London Spirit.
And in rugby, a Harlequins star is set for his England debut against defending champions Ireland in the Six Nations opener, with coach Steve Borthwick confident of the ability of his side.
With all the details, is Charles Hague-Jones.
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00:00Arsenal midfielder Miles Lewis-Skelly has won his appeal against a three-match suspension.
00:08He was sent off in Arsenal's 1-0 win over Wolves at Molineux after a controversial tackle
00:13on Matt Doherty.
00:14Referee Michael Oliver's decision, supported by VAR, sparked outrage, with Michael Arteta
00:20saying he was absolutely fuming.
00:22However, a FA disciplinary commission has overturned the red card, allowing Lewis-Skelly
00:28to play in upcoming fixtures.
00:32In cricket, the Hundreds' London Spirit franchise is set for a major ownership change.
00:37A shortlist of four bidders is varying for 49 per cent stake in the team, including Chelsea's
00:42shareholders Todd Bowley, Manchester United's Glazer family and a consortium featuring Google
00:48and Microsoft executives.
00:51The ECB expects the franchise to be valued at around £140 million, with the winning
00:57bid to be decided next week.
01:00The auction, handled by Realm Group, should reshape the future of English cricket.
01:07And in rugby, Harley Quinn star Caden Murley will make his England debut against Ireland
01:11in this weekend's Six Nations opener.
01:14Murley starts on the left wing, while Tom and Ben Curry will play together in England's
01:18back row.
01:19Saracens' in-form No. 8 Tom Willis will be among the replacements as he looked to build
01:24on his solitary England cap to date.
01:27Steve Borthwick spoke on his decisions ahead of the tournament.
01:30You've seen that come down to, the average age of this team in New Orleans is about 25
01:36years old.
01:37This is an exciting team that's full of incredible talent and lots and lots of potential.