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Cricket: Kevin O’Brien the star as ruthless Ireland whip Kenya in Twenty20 showdown in Mombasa

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:55:00 GMT

KEVIN O'Brien top-scored for Ireland as they cruised to a six-wicket win over Kenya in their first Twenty20 international at Mombasa.

Keane, Dunne and Andrews vie for top FAI prize at live TV awards

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:44:07 GMT

THE FAI has announced the nominations for their International Football Awards, which will take place on Sunday.

Boxing: Haye heads for Vegas as German prosecutors examine Chisora brawl case

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:22:48 GMT

DAVID Haye flew out of Germany bound for Las Vegas on Tuesday as German police prosecutors took over investigations into the fracas in Munich with fellow British heavyweight Dereck Chisora, following his defeat to Vitali Klitschko in a world title bout.

Paul Hayward: The Champions League scorelines that have made a mockery of two of London’s finest footballing institutions

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:01:04 GMT

ITALY 7 England 1. The aggregate score from two torrid Champions League first-legs in the land of Serie A points to continuing struggle for two London institutions who can find no refuge, home or abroad.

Boxing: David Haye heads for holiday in Las Vegas as German police prosecutors examine Dereck Chisora brawl case

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:57:17 GMT

DAVID Haye flew out of the country bound for Las Vegas on Tuesday as German police prosecutors took over investigations into the fracas in Munich with fellow British heavyweight Dereck Chisora, following his defeat to Vitali Klitschko in a world title bout.

Wales must cope being tagged as favourites against England, says Alun-Wyn Jones

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:36:21 GMT

LOCK Alun-Wyn Jones believes Wales must take the tag of favourites in their stride when they tackle RBS 6 Nations title rivals England at Twickenham on Saturday.

Wayne Rooney misses training as Manchester United prepare for visit of Ajax

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:24:12 GMT

WAYNE Rooney was the only significant absentee from the open portion of training ahead of Manchester United's Europa League last-32 decider against Ajax at Old Trafford tomorrow.

Declan Kidney wary of the staying power of ever-improving Italy

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:56:51 GMT

IRELAND coach Declan Kidney insists Italy are no longer easy pickings in the latter stages of matches.

Chelsea line up Rafa Benitez as Andre Villas-Boas awaits his fate

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:39:55 GMT

CHELSEA'S André Villas-Boas admits speculation over his future at Chelsea will intensify after the defeat against Napoli, with strong indications that Roman Abramovich is considering swapping the Portguese coach with Rafael Benítez until the end of the season.

Wolves face battle for McDermott

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:49:10 GMT

Wolves are facing a battle to secure Reading's Brian McDermott as their new manager with the Royals poised to offer him a new lucrative contract, Press Association Sport understands.

Delph doubtful for season

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:19:05 GMT

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish admits it is unlikely midfielder Fabian Delph will play again this season after suffering an ankle injury during his loan spell at Leeds.

Terry faces lay-off

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:09:04 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas is hoping John Terry could return to action within a month but admitted the Chelsea captain could be out for up to six weeks.

Munster confirm Tony McGahan’s departure with Anhony Foley tipped to succeed

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

MUNSTER this morning confirmed that coach Tony McGahan is leaving the province at the end of the current season. He is expected to be ratified as the new Wallabies defence coach at an Australian Rugby Union board meeting on this coming Friday.

Martin Breheny: Some big cheeses just hate hurling

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

TWELVE years before he became GAA president, Nickey Brennan delivered his famous 'hurling in crisis' speech to Congress in 1994.

Martin Breheny: Time to lift siege mentality and end provincial system

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Michael Delaney, Leinster Council secretary, posed a question when I arrived in Nowlan Park last Sunday: "How long do you keep those annual reports?"

Hugh Farrelly: No changes, no surprises for game against Italy

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

While the postponed Paris fixture has provided Ireland with the perfect opportunity to relaunch their Six Nations campaign at Lansdowne Road this weekend, the fact that it is Italy, a lunch-time kick-off and an unaltered line-up means a certain degree of flatness in the build-up.

Big GAA guns gear up against payment for managers

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Three of the most high-profile GAA counties have virtually shut the door on any sliver of hope that managers may be paid in the future.

Clongowes flex muscles

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

CLONGOWES' three-in-a-row bid remains firmly on course after they saw off Castleknock at Donnybrook yesterday.

Bohs the big winners as Derry Euro appeal fails

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

BOHEMIANS are in line for a cash windfall after UEFA upheld Derry City's European ban for the coming season.

Like it or loathe it -- Strauss will be in mix

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

RICHARDT STRAUSS' participation in Ireland training prior to the cancelled match with France garnered plenty of attention, with the South African due to qualify for Ireland this year after completing his three-year residency.

French unchanged for Scottish trip

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Philippe Saint-Andre has stuck with the same XV that was due to tackle Ireland for France's trip to Scotland on Sunday.

Gatland happy to risk fit-again Jones

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Warren Gatland acknowledged yesterday that there was risk involved in pitching Alun-Wyn Jones straight back into the Wales team to face England at Twickenham on Saturday, one of three changes to his side.

Pogba in line for Euro debut -- with a little help from Ferdinand

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

ALEX FERGUSON is considering handing Paul Pogba a European debut for Manchester United against Ajax tomorrow after revealing that Rio Ferdinand is leading the club's attempts to persuade the French youngster to banish concerns over his Old Trafford future.

Wernbloom punishes Madrid

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Pontus Wernbloom made Real Madrid pay for a string of misses as CSKA Moscow pinched an improbable draw when they looked certain to head to the Bernabeu behind in the Champions League last-16 tie.

Rescheduled France game snubbed by fans

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT

MORE than a third of rugby fans who bought tickets through the IRFU for the abandoned Ireland versus France game have opted not to travel to the rescheduled match, writes Colm Kelpie.