Riaz to face police questioning Pakistan bowler Wahab Riaz will be questioned by Scotland Yard on 14 September in relation to allegations of corruption.
World Cup on track despite quake New Zealand mark a year until the start of the Rugby World Cup, less than a week after Christchurch was devastated by a 7.1-magnitude earthquake.
Toshack departs as Wales manager John Toshack departs as Wales manager after a six-year reign with immediate effect by "mutual consent".
Brilliant Federer powers past Soderling Five-time champion Roger Federer produces a stunning display to beat Robin Soderling and reach the semi-finals of the US Open.
Walcott facing six-week absence Arsenal winger Theo Walcott will be out of action for up to six weeks after injuring his ankle playing for England
Defoe out for at least six weeks Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe is ruled out for at least six weeks because of an ankle injury.
Gerrard tips Houllier for success Steven Gerrard backs his former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier to be successful as Aston Villa's new boss.
Jagielka backs Rooney's resolve Everton defender Phil Jagielka believes Wayne Rooney can cope with any abuse from fans if he plays for Manchester United against the Merseyside club on Saturday.
Cavendish earns landmark victory Mark Cavendish wins the 12th stage of the Tour of Spain and has now secured individual stage wins at all three grand tours.
Higgins' name is damaged - Hearn World Snooker chairman Barry Hearn believes John Higgins' name has been tarnished, despite the former world champion being cleared of match fixing.
Turner in for Tri-Nations finale Lachie Turner will replace the injured Drew Mitchell as the only change to Australia's starting XV for Saturday's final Tri-Nations match against New Zealand.
Kenya defend Rudisha withdrawal Kenyan athletics chiefs defend world 800m record holder David Rudisha's decision to pull out of next month's Commonwealth Games.
England will face Dutch in semis England will face Olympic champions the Netherlands and Germany will play hosts Argentina in the women's hockey World Cup semi-finals.
Flower bemoans scheduling mistake England coach Andy Flower admits it was a mistake to play two Twenty20 games back-to-back at Cardiff.
