JON GEMMELL presents his annual review of ’the bible of cricket,’ which provides insight into the sport, and its social, economic and political setting

Mutual decision announced following the Serbian’s difficult start to the season

Snippets of news from the sporting world

RAHMAN OSMAN speaks to fan favourite Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins about bringing his childhood dream to life on the pitch

Blues hoping to complete domestic treble when they face Man United in FA Cup final

Move follows PSL decision to relocate games to United Arab Emirates

The powerhouse Liverpool forward secured a record-breaking 90 per cent of the vote, while Arsenal’s Alessia Russo topped a wide field to win the women’s award, writes JAMES NALTON 

The outcome of the Shakespearean modern-day classic, where legacy was reborn, continues to resonate in the mind of Morning Star boxing writer JOHN WIGHT

Including races at Ascot, Haydock, Lingfield and Nottingham

Gunners aim for first European trophy since 2007 when they face Barcelona in the Champions League

Zhao becoes China's first world snooker champion

Toffees struggle to savour final games before heading to new stadium

Bournemouth merited their triumph over Mikel Arteta’s underwhelming Gunners who had one eye very much on their crucial Champions League clash v PSG

In the shadow of Heathrow and glow of Thorpe Park, a band of Arsenal loyalists have built something lasting — a grassroots club with old-school values, writes LAYTH YOUSIF

First Test between the two countries since 2003 will take place at Trent Bridge

JAMES NALTON writes on how the title win has sparked long-awaited celebrations among fans after a triumph four years — and one pandemic — in the making

Including races at Newmarket and Thirsk

Supreme Court ruling prompts sporting bodies to redefine eligibility by biological sex

Cricketer will lead team in new chapter alongside head coach Charlotte Edwards

After a whirlwind rookie season and a well-earned break, Caitlin Clark returns to Indiana training camp with renewed energy, a retooled roster, and her eyes firmly set on a WNBA title

Snippets of news from the sporting world

Newcastle cling on to Champions League qualification hopes as the Tractor Boys are condemned to regulation 

JAMES NALTON hails the rise of the number of Chinese players heading to the Crucible   

JOHN WIGHT previews the much-anticipated bout between Benn and Eubank Jnr where — unlike the fights between their fathers — spectacle has reigned over substance

Farringdon looks ahead to this weekend's races 

A point apiece at the Emirates with both Arsenal and Palace looking distracted by forthcoming semi-finals 

Eddie Howe has returned to his duties