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Felix Jones returns to South Africa’s coaching team after a brief stint with England. He played a key role in the Springboks’ World Cup victories in 2019 and 2023. Jones left to coach England but quit within a year. Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus welcomes Jones back, praising his experience and work ethic. Jones joins a coaching team of six assistants for the Springboks.

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Sepp Blatter, former Fifa head, maintains innocence in alleged corrupt payments to Michel Platini. Appeals hearing in Switzerland upcoming. Previous lower court ruling cleared both, but Swiss prosecutors contest decision.

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The ICC Champions Trophy Group B match between South Africa and Australia was abandoned due to rain in Rawalpindi. Both teams have three points each, with South Africa leading on net run rate. England and Afghanistan seek their first win. Upcoming matches on Friday and Saturday include Australia vs Afghanistan and South Africa vs England.

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Manchester United to cut 150-200 more jobs in a bid to return to profitability after five years of losses. The restructuring plan includes cost-cutting measures like ending free lunches for staff. CEO Omar Berrada emphasizes the need to stop financial losses.

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Kipkorir, winner of Sydney and Frankfurt Marathons, suspended for doping by AIU after testing positive for EPO and Furosemide. Kenya’s marathon reputation tarnished with high-profile doping cases, including Diana Kipyokei losing Boston Marathon title in 2021.

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South Africa’s cricket captain Temba Bavuma is confident about their chances in the ICC Champions Trophy. Proteas face Australia in a crucial match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Australia won their first match against England. South African player Kagiso Rabada praises Australian batsmen and the pitches in Pakistan. Bavuma expects dew to play a role in the match. Proteas aim to settle the score with Australia after losing in the 2023 World Cup.

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Andy Birkett wins 2025 Dusi Canoe Marathon, tying record with 15 wins alongside Grame Pope-Ellis. Birkett finished in 7 hours 12 minutes and 50 seconds. Sbonello Khwela and Matthew Fenn placed second and third. Christie MacKenzie won the women’s race with a strategic approach. Birkett expresses love for the race and preparation process.

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Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat to West Ham, denting their title hopes. Bowen’s goal secured the win. Tottenham beat Ipswich 4-1, with Johnson scoring twice. Spurs are in 12th place, while Ipswich remains in the relegation zone.

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Late goals from Fernandes and Ugarte helped Manchester United secure a 2-2 draw at Everton in the Premier League. United came from behind after poor defending allowed Everton to take a 2-0 lead. Fernandes and Ugarte scored to complete the comeback, but Everton’s stoppage-time penalty was overturned by VAR. The result leaves United in 15th place, three spots below Everton.

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South Africa’s rugby team, the Blitzboks, are confident ahead of their World Rugby Sevens Series match against New Zealand in Canada. Coach Philip Snyman emphasizes the importance of their opening game and the need for consistency. In another rugby match, the Bulls and Lions face off in a crucial United Rugby Championship game in Pretoria.

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