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Wilkinson: We learned from Scots loss

3:42pm Wednesday 10th March 2010

Jonny Wilkinson admits England's defeat by Scotland at Murrayfield two years ago was one of the most painful experiences of his rugby career.

Gatland lauds O'Driscoll achievement

3:42pm Wednesday 10th March 2010

Wales coach Warren Gatland has paid a glowing tribute to Ireland cap centurion Brian O'Driscoll ahead of Saturday's RBS 6 Nations clash in Dublin.

Capello enjoying England challenge

3:38pm Wednesday 10th March 2010

Fabio Capello insisted he is still happy dealing with the most important challenge of his life, despite the latest scandal to hit the England team.

Chester wound up in High Court

12:53pm Wednesday 10th March 2010

Chester City have been wound up in the High Court - but a fans' group have vowed to resurrect the club.

Sharks snap up Dilshan

11:46am Wednesday 10th March 2010

Twenty20 specialist Tillekeratne Dilshan will play for the Sussex Sharks this summer.

Benitez leaps to Gerrard defence

11:29am Wednesday 10th March 2010

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has defended Steven Gerrard following allegations the midfielder made a V sign towards referee Andre Marriner during the defeat by Wigan.

Younis, Yousuf banned amid PCB crackdown

10:50am Wednesday 10th March 2010

The Pakistan Cricket Board have banned former captains Younis Khan and Mohammad Yousuf from the national team for life as part of a stunning crackdown on player indiscipline.

O'Driscoll glad to put injuries behind him

10:19am Wednesday 10th March 2010

Brian O'Driscoll feels more comfortable on the pitch having tackled the recurring hamstring injuries that have hampered his career.

Gatland challenges Delve to seize chance

10:19am Wednesday 10th March 2010

Wales boss Warren Gatland has labelled Gareth Delve's return to Test match rugby on Saturday as "a great opportunity" for the in-form Gloucester captain.