Leicester post a record win over Prem leaders Northampton in a feisty East Midlands derby with hooker Jamie Blamire scoring two tries.
A video of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signing a declaration legalizing haggis was a joke, she clarified. Meanwhile, Scottish fans have embraced Boston during their visit, with no arrests reported and a strong cultural exchange, including a sister city application with Glasgow.
West Indies secured a dramatic seven-run victory over Scotland in a T20 World Cup match at Headingley. Despite Scotland's strong chase led by Darcey Carter (59) and Ailsa Lister (33), West Indies' Aaliyah Alleyne took crucial wickets to seal the win.
The NBA is set to select winning bidders for 12 permanent European teams within 60-90 days, with the league slated to debut in October 2027. Cities include Rome, Milan, London, Paris, Madrid, Berlin, and Istanbul, among others. Bids are due end of June, with the NBA seeking investors for new stadiums and exploring integration with North American teams.
Arsenal's opening bid for Jeremy Monga was rejected by Leicester. Liverpool are reportedly preparing an £86m package for Yan Diomande, while Arsenal are also interested in Bradley Barcola. Real Madrid are considering Enzo Fernandez, and Tottenham are in contention for Nathan De Cat.
Referee Mark Lyson told the Middle East Professional Boxing Commission he saw enough to stop the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven fight in the 11th round before the bell. Verhoeven appealed the result, claiming the referee ended the contest after the bell. The commission agreed the fight concluded after the bell but ruled it had no bearing on the outcome.
Tottenham have completed the signing of Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52m. The 26-year-old has signed a long-term deal and expressed his excitement about joining a big club and working with head coach Roberto De Zerbi again.
