Lancashire will not offer James Anderson a contract for 2027, leaving the England record wicket-taker's playing future unresolved. The decision follows a 50-wicket county season for the 44-year-old.
Louis Oosthuizen has announced his LIV Golf departure and plans to return to the DP World Tour in January 2027. The former Open champion cited the need for greater control over his playing schedule.
Nico Paz scored twice and supplied an assist as Como defeated Manchester United 4-1 in the Champions League. United have now gone seven matches without a win.
Bukayo Saka was forced off early in Arsenal’s 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich. Mikel Arteta expressed concern after the match, but no recovery timetable has been confirmed.
Real Madrid recorded their third Champions League win in three matches with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig. Bernardo Silva opened the scoring before Arda Güler, Kylian Mbappé and Yan Diomande added goals.
George Bell has joined Essex permanently after scoring three half-centuries during his loan spell. The wicketkeeper-batter has signed a two-year contract.
