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O'Gara keeps number 10 jersey

2:30pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Ronan O'Gara will continue as Ireland's fly-half for the crucial RBS 6 Nations clash with France and could be joined in the side by Stephen Ferris.

Ferdinand withdraws appeal

1:58pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Rio Ferdinand has withdrawn his appeal against the additional one-match suspension he incurred for a "frivolous" challenge to a violent conduct charge brought against him by the Football Association.

Injury setback for McIlorum

1:46pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Wigan hooker Michael McIlorum may not be available for Super League action until April after damaging a knee on his comeback from a wrist injury.

Blackburn pay respects to supporter

1:46pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Blackburn will mark the death of a supporter on Wednesday night when they face Hull in the Barclays Premier League at Ewood Park.

Jones reprieved by Gatland

1:46pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Wales coach Warren Gatland has made two changes for the RBS 6 Nations clash against Scotland on Saturday - but lock Alun-Wyn Jones keeps his place.

Godman dropped for Wales clash

12:21pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Phil Godman paid the price for Scotland's opening RBS 6 Nations defeat to France as Dan Parks was recalled at fly-half for Saturday's trip to Wales.

Davies talks down City's chances

12:03pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

Bolton skipper Kevin Davies has dismissed Manchester City's chances of breaking into the top four this season.

South Africa crush sorry India

12:03pm Tuesday 9th February 2010

South Africa completed a comprehensive innings and six-run victory over India with a full day to spare in the first Test in Nagpur to go 1-0 up in the two-match series.

Borthwick misses training

11:28am Tuesday 9th February 2010

England captain Steve Borthwick missed training on Tuesday due to illness but is not expected to be in doubt for Sunday's RBS 6 Nations clash with Italy in Rome.

Robinho found City life restricting

11:13am Tuesday 9th February 2010

Robinho has criticised Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini for not giving him the freedom to express himself.