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• How does pink ball differ to the traditional red ball?

  16-08-2017 23:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  England will face West Indies in their first day-night Test in this country at Edgbaston on Thursday. Sportsmail looks at how the new ball differs to the traditional red ball used since 1877.
  
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• West Ham: Andy Carroll closing in on Premier League return

  16-08-2017 23:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE BY KIERAN GILL: Slaven Bilic will have to decide whether to risk the striker for their trip to Newcastle in two weeks but the Hammers boss is likelier to wait until after the international break.
  
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• US teenager Tiafoe ends Zverev wining streak

  16-08-2017 23:56 via bbc.co.uk
  Alexander Zverev's 10-match winning streak comes ends with defeat by unseeded American Francis Tiafoe in Cincinnati.
  
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• PAUL NEWMAN's favourite Edgbaston Tests

  16-08-2017 23:54 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  As England prepare to take on West Indies, Sportsmail's PAUL NEWMAN runs through his top five Edgbaston Tests staring with the famous 2005 Ashes victory over Australia...
  
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• Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad should skittle West Indies

  16-08-2017 23:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  PAUL NEWMAN: No wonder Stuart Broad and Jimmy Anderson have both balked at the idea of being rested at some point during this late summer series to keep them fresh for the Ashes this winter.
  
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• England just love Edgbaston - NASSER HUSSAIN

  16-08-2017 23:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  NASSER HUSSAIN: There is no question Edgbaston is one of England’s favourite grounds because of the atmosphere and the way it has become such a fortress. 
  
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• Chaos strikes Europe on eve of Solheim Cup

  16-08-2017 23:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sorenstam found herself in an unprecedented situation for a Solheim or Ryder Cup captain when she was forced to name a replacement for the Europe team in the week of the contest.
  
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• Real Madrid v Barcelona LIVE, Spanish Super Cup second leg

  16-08-2017 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Real Madrid are in control heading into the second leg of the Spanish Super Cup on Wednesday night. Join Sportsmail's TOM FARMERY for all the build-up and live coverage. Kick-off is 10pm (BST).
  
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• Liverpool aware of defensive frailties - Simon Mignolet

  16-08-2017 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The manner of goals conceded from set pieces during their 3-3 draw at Watford saw Jurgen Klopp heavily criticised - and the Reds almost slipped up from a corner late on in Hoffenheim.
  
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• Diego Costa facing legal action from Chelsea if he does not return for training

  16-08-2017 23:30
  Diego Costa could face the threat of being sued by Chelsea if he ignores the club’s requests to return to training.
  
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• Norwich 2-0 QPR: Daniel Farke picks up first league win

  16-08-2017 23:23 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The ex-Borussia Dortmund coach failed to win either of his first two Championship matches in charge of Norwich. But at the third time of asking on Tuesday night, he picked up three points.
  
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• Celtic 5-0 Astana: Brendan Rodgers' men in control

  16-08-2017 23:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  STEPHEN McGOWAN AT CELTIC PARK: Ten minutes from the end of a highly satisfying Celtic's support made up their minds. Chances are they won't be wrong.
  
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• Sheffield Wed 1-1 Sunderland: David Jones rescues Owls

  16-08-2017 23:12 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  ALAN BIGGS AT HILLSBOROUGH: Simon Grayson's smooth start as Sunderland boss subjected Carlos Carvalhal's side to another bumpy ride in front of an anxious crowd.
  
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• Watch: Buttler masterclass inspires Lancashire win

  16-08-2017 23:11 via bbc.co.uk
  Jos Buttler hits 52 from 40 balls as Lancashire Lightning beat Worcestershire Rapids by seven wickets to keep their T20 Blast campaign alive.
  
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• T20 Blast: Jos Buttler's 50 helps Lancashire beat Worcestershire

  16-08-2017 23:11 via bbc.co.uk
  Jos Buttler hits 52 from 40 balls as Lancashire Lightning beat Worcestershire Rapids by seven wickets to keep their T20 Blast campaign alive.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for August 17

  16-08-2017 23:04 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Thursday's meetings at Salisbury, Beverley, Yarmouth, Fontwell and Chepstow.
  
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• Norwich beat QPR to register first victory

  16-08-2017 23:01 via bbc.co.uk
  Goals from Nelson Oliveira and Harrison Reed give Norwich City victory over QPR, their first win of the Championship season.
  
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• Five-goal Celtic rout Astana in Champions League first leg

  16-08-2017 22:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Celtic all but book their Champions League group stage berth by thumping Astana in the play-off first leg.
  
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• Sunderland unbeaten after draw with Sheffield Wednesday

  16-08-2017 22:53 via bbc.co.uk
  Sunderland maintain their unbeaten start to the Championship season with a draw at Sheffield Wednesday.
  
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• Sunderland stay unbeaten after draw with Sheffield Wednesday

  16-08-2017 22:53 via bbc.co.uk
  Sunderland maintain their unbeaten start to the Championship season with a draw at Sheffield Wednesday.
  
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• Racing chiefs launch drive to cut abuse of non-runner rule

  16-08-2017 22:53 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Tackling the disturbing number of non-runners disrupting the sport is top of the agenda for the British Horseracing Authority.
  
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• Cardiff City set to sign Wigan's Omar Bogle for £1m

  16-08-2017 22:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: Cardiff City are set to sign Wigan Athletic striker Omar Bogle for around £1million. Cardiff are expected to announce the signing of Bogle on Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Mark Sampson: England women's boss accused of 'racial' comments

  16-08-2017 22:07 via bbc.co.uk
  An England international was left "shocked" after being the subject of alleged 'racial' remarks made by women's national team head coach Mark Sampson.
  
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• England coach Sampson accused of 'racial' comments

  16-08-2017 22:07 via bbc.co.uk
  An England international was left "shocked" after being the subject of alleged 'racial' remarks made by women's national team head coach Mark Sampson.
  
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• Women's Rugby World Cup: Ireland make six changes for vital France game

  16-08-2017 21:56 via bbc.co.uk
  Ireland make six changes for Thursday's Women's World Cup game against France where only victory will earn the hosts a semi-finals spot.
  
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• Everton sign Swansea star Sigurdsson for club-record £45m fee

  16-08-2017 21:19
  The Toffees have finally secured their man after a drawn-out process, with the Iceland international inking a five-year deal at the club
  
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• Arsenal's Mesut Ozil and Shkodran Mustafi hit the weights

  16-08-2017 21:02 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mesut Ozil and Shkodran Mustafi has hit the gym in preparation of Arsenal's trip to Stoke on Saturday evening. The Gunners will be aiming to build on their opening day victory over Leicester.
  
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• Everton confirm £45m capture of Gylfi Sigurdsson

  16-08-2017 21:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Everton have completed the signing of Swansea midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson for a club-record £45million. The Iceland international has signed a five-year deal at Goodison Park.
  
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• Everton sign Swansea's Sigurdsson for club record fee

  16-08-2017 20:58 via bbc.co.uk
  Everton complete the club-record signing of midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson from Swansea City for a fee believed to be about £45m.
  
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• Brendan Schaub on Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor

  16-08-2017 20:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DANIEL MATTHEWS: Ahead of one of the most polarising fights in history, Schaub's belief that Conor McGregor has a chance of beating Floyd Mayweather is proving controversial.
  
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• Jonny Evans: Man City have £18m bid for West Brom captain rejected

  16-08-2017 20:27 via bbc.co.uk
  Manchester City have had an £18m bid for Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans rejected by Premier League rivals West Brom.
  
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• Edgar Davids successfully sues League of Legends

  16-08-2017 20:24 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Former Holland star Edgar Davids has successfully sued a gaming franchise after one of their character skin's resembled the former Juventus midfielder.
  
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• Europe's chances of regaining Solheim Cup suffers blow

  16-08-2017 20:20 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Europe's bid to regain the Solheim Cup has suffered a major blow after Norway's Suzann Pettersen was forced to withdraw due to a back injury.
  
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• Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor WILL wear 8oz gloves

  16-08-2017 20:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Fighters competing at super welterweight usually wear 10oz gloves. But the Nevada State Athletic Commission have confirmed they will wear 8oz gloves for the non-title fight on August 26.
  
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• Solheim Cup 2017: Catriona Matthew to replace injured Suzann Pettersen for Europe

  16-08-2017 20:08 via bbc.co.uk
  Scotland's Catriona Matthew is called up to replace the injured Suzann Pettersen in Europe's Solheim Cup team, captain Annika Sorenstam has announced.
  
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• Manchester City launch shock £18m bid for Jonny Evans

  16-08-2017 20:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  LAURIE WHITWELL AND SIMON JONES: City have seen an £18million move for Jonny Evans rejected by West Brom as Pep Guardiola continues his search for a new centre back.
  
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• Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor: Cleverly in 'real' fight

  16-08-2017 20:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Unlike the headline fight, in which McGregor will make his boxing debut against the most dominant fighter of his generation, Cleverly-Jack is a meeting of two established world level fighters.
  
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• Carl Frampton's partnership with Barry McGuigan 'may be close to ending'

  16-08-2017 20:01 via bbc.co.uk
  Carl Frampton's partnership with manager Barry McGuigan may be close to ending, BBC Sport Northern Ireland understands.
  
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• Olympic medals: The tricky job of reallocating - and getting them back

  16-08-2017 19:55 via bbc.co.uk
  When athletes are disqualified for doping, reallocating - and even getting back - their Olympic medals can be tricky, as BBC Sport discovers.
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo: Real Madrid forward claims 'persecution' after failed appeal

  16-08-2017 19:40 via bbc.co.uk
  Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo says the decision to suspend him for five games is "persecution".
  
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• Women's Super League: Rene Farrell's five-wicket haul as Surrey Stars beat Lancashire Thunder

  16-08-2017 19:29 via bbc.co.uk
  Surrey Stars' Rene Farrell claims five wickets as Lancashire Thunder lose five wickets for 14 runs in a 33-run defeat in the Women's Super League.
  
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• Women's Super League: Farrell's five-wicket haul as Lancashire lose to Surrey

  16-08-2017 19:29 via bbc.co.uk
  Surrey's Rene Farrell claims five wickets as Lancashire lose five wickets for 14 runs in a 33-run defeat at Old Trafford in the Women's Super League.
  
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• Is this the wildest scorecard in golf history?

  16-08-2017 19:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  If Rory McIlroy thought he had problems, he really should spare a thought for Oliver Smith of Ashton on Mersey Golf Club who produced what might well be the wildest card in the history of pro golf.
  
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• England make six changes for World Cup decider

  16-08-2017 19:05 via bbc.co.uk
  England women make six changes for their Pool B World Cup decider with the USA in Dublin on Thursday.
  
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• Michael Bisping opens door to boxing bout with Tony Bellew

  16-08-2017 18:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  In a move that echoes Conor McGregor swapping the octagon for the ring to take on formerFloyd Mayweather later this month, Bisping expressed his eagerness for a cross-code bout.
  
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• Tony Bellew "happy" to fight UFC champion Michael Bisping in a ring and a cage

  16-08-2017 18:52 via bbc.co.uk
  Tony Bellew says he would be "happy" to fight UFC champion Michael Bisping, in both a cage and a boxing ring.
  
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• I lost my personality - homeless World medallist Bartoletta

  16-08-2017 18:48 via bbc.co.uk
  Olympic long jump champion Tianna Bartoletta speaks to BBC World Service Sport about her struggles away from the track.
  
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• Everton boss Ronald Koeman: Gylfi Sigurdsson is 'one of the best' in the Premier League

  16-08-2017 18:36 via bbc.co.uk
  Midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson is 'one of the best' players in the Premier League in his position, says Everton manager Ronald Koeman.
  
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• MailOnline's European Super League Fantasy Football tips

  16-08-2017 18:29 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  It is just two days until MailOnline's European Super League Fantasy Football game kicks off, but there's still time to pick your trusted XI, and Sportsmail are here to help.
  
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• Virgil van Dijk: Southampton defender 'not for sale', says chairman

  16-08-2017 18:23 via bbc.co.uk
  Southampton captain and centre-back Virgil van Dijk is "not for sale", says club chairman Ralph Krueger.
  
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