Noble welcomes ‘golden ticket’

Salford coach Brian Noble has hailed the “golden ticket” plan of his chairman Marwan Koukash as clubs prepare to bring the marquee player rule into Super League.

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Pirlo praise for Gerrard

Juventus’ Andrea Pirlo believes that Steven Gerrard has “many years left” playing for Liverpool and England in a deeper midfield position.

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NBA: Pacers sink Lakers

The Indian Pacers bagged a first home win over the LA Lakers since 2008 to inflict more misery on the struggling visitors, while extending their own lead in the Eastern Conference standings.

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Pettersen targets top spot

Suzann Pettersen has a chance of achieving her ambition to become world No 1 this weekend.

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Murray rallies in Acapulco

Andy Murray was forced to battle back from a set down to beat Pablo Andujar for his first victory on Mexico soil in the Abierto Mexicano Telcel in Acapulco.

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Warner allegations dismissed

South Africa manager Mohammed Moosagee has dismissed ball-tampering allegations surrounding the Proteas’ second Test victory over Australia.

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David Backes brings back stray puppies from Sochi

David Backes went to Sochi hoping to bring back some stories. Instead, he brought back a couple of stray puppies.

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Lamb still keen to buy Bulls

London-based businessman Richard Lamb will renew his bid to buy Bradford Bulls after the Super League club fell back into administration.

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Frustration for Van Persie

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie accused his team-mates of getting in his way following the 2-0 Champions League defeat to Olympiakos.

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Dodgers’ Matt Kemp to have MRI on surgically repaired ankle

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp is scheduled for an MRI of his surgically-repaired left ankle on Friday.

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Sabres in talks to keep Ted Nolan, fielding offers for Miller

The Buffalo Sabres have had discussions to lift the interim tag from coach Ted Nolan’s title. Goalie Ryan Miller’s future in Buffalo beyond next week appears less certain.

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Carrick: United still believe

Michael Carrick insists that the Manchester United players believe they can turn their UEFA Champions League tie with Olympiakos around.

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Root ton helps England win

A Joe Root century helped England secure a nervy 29-run win in their West Indies tour match against The Vice Chancellor’s XI in Antigua.

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England kids impress Edwards

Wales assistant coach Shaun Edwards has admitted he is impressed by England’s bold youth policy in this year’s Six Nations.

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Thunder lose Kendrick Perkins for 6 weeks

Oklahoma City Thunder centre Kendrick Perkins will miss six weeks after a medical procedure on his left groin.

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Dureau faces four months out

Scott Dureau has suffered another huge injury setback which is expected to sideline him for around four months.

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Dortmund battle to victory

Borussia Dortmund secured a vital win in Russia after beating Zenit St Petersburg 4-2 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie.

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Anelka hearing continues

West Brom forward Nicolas Anelka’s disciplinary hearing into his alleged anti-Semitic ‘quenelle’ salute will continue into a second day on Wednesday.

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John Tavares won’t require surgery on left knee

New York Islanders centre John Tavares met with the media on Tuesday morning, and said team doctors have told him he won’t require surgery on his left knee.

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LeBron James expects to rejoin Heat lineup Thursday

LeBron James is taking part in non-contact drills and says he should be able to play Thursday for the Miami Heat against the New York Knicks.

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