A man who admitted trying to murder a woman in a knife attack has been jailed. David Fletcher, of South Shields, dragged his ...

Scott Borthwick steps down as Durham captain, signs a two-year player-coach contract, continuing his playing career.

Durham Cricket have announced Scott Borthwick has signed a two-year contract extension to become a player-coach.

Scott Borthwick has signed a two-year contract extension with Durham that will see him take on a new role as a player-coach.

Scott Borthwick has stepped as Durham captain but will remain an integral figure at the club after signing a two-year ...

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Sussex will make their long-awaited return to the County Championship Division One at the site of recent Vitality Blast Finals Day disappointment as they start their 2025 season at Warwickshire.

Week 4 put the icing on the cake for some teams but left a bad taste for others. With the year drawing to a close, it's time ...

As the post-World Cup rugby year draws to a close this weekend, there is no denying the world's leading rugby nation.

The RFU will review the team's performance in January after a disappointing calendar year saw them lose five matches in a row ...

Borthwick, Paul Gustard and Neal Hatley looked like a promising ... Even the overseas options have dwindled. Scott Robertson was the one outstanding candidate before he was appointed as All Blacks ...

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