Eddie Hearn believes Henry Pollock has the superstar status to awaken the sleeping giant that is rugby union, but insists the England and Lions flanker, and his peers, must be rewarded in line with their commercial value.

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European nations say World Cup boycott is still on, keeping FIFA's Infantino in limbo

NPR

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

European nations say World Cup boycott is still on, keeping FIFA's Infantino in limbo

A continued boycott of the World Cup poses a big threat to FIFA, keeping President Gianni Infantino under intense pressure to resign. (Image credit: Alex Wong)

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Hearn: Fury vs AJ should be finalised by end of August

Sky Sports

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

Hearn: Fury vs AJ should be finalised by end of August

Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is still expected to be announced in August, even if the all-British heavyweight clash is relocated to America.

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Parker’s positive cocaine test caused by nutritionist, doping body says

Al Jazeera

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

Parker’s positive cocaine test caused by nutritionist, doping body says

The 34-year-old New Zealander tested positive for cocaine on day of shock loss to Fabio Wardley in London in October.

Al Jazeera

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Kerr brilliance keeps MI London's slim hopes alive

BBC Sport

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

Kerr brilliance keeps MI London's slim hopes alive

Melie Kerr's unbeaten 69 rescues MI London as they beat London Spirit for their first win of the 2026 campaign.

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FIFA closes ranks round Infantino amid mounting leadership crisis

France 24

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

FIFA closes ranks round Infantino amid mounting leadership crisis

European football's governing body (UEFA) on Thursday reaffirmed its boycott of the World Cup despite FIFA's apology a day earlier for "errors" over its now-abandoned plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors. The…

France 24

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England fast bowler announces shock retirement from cricket at 25

Times of India

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

England fast bowler announces shock retirement from cricket at 25

The Hampshire pacer, who represented England in four international matches in 2024, still had two years left on his county contract. He also held an ECB development contract until late last year.

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World Darts Championship dates confirmed with Sunday final in Ally Pally's Great Hall

Sky Sports

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

World Darts Championship dates confirmed with Sunday final in Ally Pally's Great Hall

The Paddy Power PDC World Championship dates have been confirmed for Friday December 11 to Sunday January 3 with a record 180,000 tickets on offer.

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Barcelona step up Rodri interest after Real Madrid talks with Manchester City star stall

The Guardian

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

Barcelona step up Rodri interest after Real Madrid talks with Manchester City star stall

Barça ready to hijack rivals’ plans to sign Spain captain Manchester City will allow midfielder to go for £60m Barcelona have stepped up their attempts to hijack Real Madrid’s move to sign Rodri from Manchester City. While City have not…

The Guardian

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#UEFA maintains #WorldCup boycott despite #FIFA apology

France 24

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

#UEFA maintains #WorldCup boycott despite #FIFA apology

#FIFA's crisis meeting and apology haven't convinced #Europe's #football governing body. In a statement published on August 6, the #UEFA said it would maintain its #WorldCup #boycott over FIFA's plan to open up competitions to private…

France 24

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Players union slams FIFA 'abuse of power' as UEFA doubles down on boycott

Sky Sports

SportsAug 6, 2026 · 1 min

Players union slams FIFA 'abuse of power' as UEFA doubles down on boycott

The world players' union FIFPRO has condemned Gianni Infantino's "abuse of presidential power" and called for change at the top of FIFA following his botched World Cup stake sale plans, with UEFA and the FA further adding to the opposition…

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