South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt produces a “remarkable” innings but falls just short of her century as she’s stumped for 90 against Pakistan in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Debutant spinner Asif Afridi took two late wickets to restrict South Africa and leave the second Pakistan Test in the balance in Rawalpindi.

Juarno Augustus, for the second time this season, fell short of making it into Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus’ finalised squad.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called on all South African fans – and foes – to join him in the stands at Wembley Stadium.

UK Athletics reports a surplus for the first time since 2017, two years after facing the threat of bankruptcy.

The 34-year-old plays for French Top 14 side Racing 92 in Paris’ and his decision was announced by the Welsh Rugby Union.

A selection of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.

George Springer hits a three-run home run in the seventh inning to set up a dramatic 4-3 victory against the Seattle Mariners and send the Toronto Blue Jays to the World Series for the first time since 1993.

Metro FM’s Tbo Touch has lifted the lid on the chaos Orlando Pirates faced against Saint-Eloi Lupopo in the CAF Champions League.

Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany signs a two-year extension to his contract, keeping him with the German side until June 2029.

John Fogarty insists Ireland’s coaches are not concerned about the squad’s form before next week’s Test against New Zealand in Chicago.

Former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Moeneeb Josephs has described the hell of travelling to play in Congo for visiting teams.

The Football Association is looking into claims Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri spat at Leeds United fans during the Clarets’ 2-0 win at Turf Moor on Saturday.

Reece Walsh, Gehamat Shibasaki and Mark Nawaqanitawase will make their Australia debuts in Saturday’s Ashes Test opener against England at Wembley.

Stephen Warnock praises Manchester United’s performance in their 2-1 victory at Anfield on Sunday, remarking that forward Matheus Cunha possessed the “aura of Eric Cantona”.

Jahmyr Gibbs stars with two of the Detroit Lions’ three touchdowns, including a stunning solo effort, in a dominant 24-9 win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Sean Dyche answers an SOS call from Nottingham Forest as the club look to restore confidence – is he the right man for the job?

Rassie Erasmus has started a natural phasing out process for some Springbok stars, who may not see much more Test rugby.

Uncapped forwards Alexander Masibaka, Liam McConnell and Harri Morris are named in Scotland’s autumn internationals squad.

Which one of Joe Root or Steve Smith makes a combined Ashes XI? Michael Vaughan and Glenn McGrath make their choices.