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ECB forecasting losses of up to £50m in 2027 despite visit of Australia for the Ashes

Concern among counties due to reliance on ECB fundingOptimism that eventual figure could be reduced to £35mThe England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is forecasting losses of tens of millions of pounds next year despite hosting the Ashes, with county executives told last week that the deficit could be as large as £50m.The anticipated shortfall, after posting a profit of £12.6m in 2025, is due to a combination of the cyclical nature of the governing body’s media revenues, which is largely determined by domestic opposition, and a recent decision by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to withhold a portion of the broadcast payments owed to members that it had been due to distribute in 2027. Continue reading...

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Jobe Bellingham joining Jude in England squad is ‘beautiful’, says Tuchel – as it happened

Thomas Tuchel offered glowing praise to Jobe Bellingham after handing the Borussia Dortmund midfielder his first senior England call-upWhat do we make of that then? Josh King a better player than Cole Palmer? Looks like this goes beyond just playing ability. Tuchel’s press conference is set for 11am so we’ll see how he explains what looks like a huge snub.The other big news in Tuchel’s squad announcement is that there is again no place for Cole Palmer. Other surprise omissions include Noni Madueke and Kobbie Mainoo. Continue reading...

Brady Returns: The Top 5 Tom Brady-Rob Gronkowski Plays At Gillette Stadium

As Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski return to their old stomping grounds, here are their five best plays at Gillette Stadium.

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Hamilton v Leclerc: how can Ferrari solve problem of two number one drivers?

The Scuderia are hopeful of being in the world championship mix next season but risk puncturing their chances if they can’t corral their men in the cockpitsGoing into this weekend’s São Paulo Grand Prix, all indications are that the status quo at Ferrari will no longer suffice for Lewis Hamilton if the Scuderia’s ambition to return their first drivers’ Formula One championship since 2007 is to be taken seriously.This year’s drivers’ title is already decided with Kimi Antonelli triumphant at the last round in Mexico and Ferrari are looking towards next season where they are hopeful of genuinely being in the mix against the Italian and Mercedes. Continue reading...

Premier League team news: predicted lineups for the weekend action

Manchester United host Aston Villa seeking a first league win in eight games to ease pressure on Michael CarrickSaturday 12.30pm TNT Sports 1 Venue Elland Road Continue reading...