Baggies Cal-aim crucial win over Cottagers
West Bromwich Albion beat Fulham for the first time in 13 attempts, as Callum Robinson settled their 1-0 win over the Championship leaders at the Hawthorns.
Jack Butler
Sports Journalist @ News Associates.
Freelance work for BBC Sport Cricket.
Also published: The Cricketer, Wisden, TheSetPieces, Daily Mail, Flashscore, and local papers across Sussex.
Matchday reporting experience on Cricket (Sussex CCC, Trent Rockets), Football (Crawley Town F.C) & Netball (Saracens Mavericks).
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Flashscore
Hertha pay the Pléa-nalty when it Matthias
Hertha Berlin fell to a fifth consecutive Bundesliga defeat as Borussia Mönchengladbach strolled to a 2-0 win at Borussia-Park.
Blues make it Mount at Carrow Road
Mason Mount scored and assisted as Chelsea recorded a sixth straight victory over Norwich City with a 3-1 win at Carrow Road.
'Mighty' Whites sliced as Spurs earn their bread
Tottenham Hotspur hit three goals in the first 30 minutes as they embarrassed relegation-threatened Leeds United 4-0 to record a first Premier League (PL) win at Elland Road in 18 years.
Foden Phils his boots in narrow City win
Manchester City left it late to record their ninth straight win over Everton as Phil Foden’s late goal settled a crucial 1-0 win at Goodison Park.
Where there’s a Will-ock, there’s Howay!
Newcastle United extended their unbeaten Premier League (PL) run to six games as a 1-1 draw at the London Stadium dampened West Ham United's top-four hopes.
Title tussle sees Inter keep Napoli in Džek
Edin Džeko struck a vital equaliser, as a 1-1 draw with second-placed Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona saw Inter Milan remain at the top of Serie A (SA).
Méndez's Brais beats Los Franjirrojos
Brais Méndez's double saw Celta Vigo beat Rayo Vallecano 2-0 at the Estadio de Balaídos, as the visitors extended their longest winless run in La Liga (LL) under Andoni Iraola to four matches.
BBC Sport
Playing in The Hundred, BBC commentary & NHS work - Windsor's hectic summer
If you ever think you're doing too much, you might want to have a glance at Emily Windsor's schedule because it is hectic - and then some.
Garton hoping it is second time lucky
After his hopes of a first England cap were wrecked by Covid last summer, George Garton is hoping this month's tour of the West Indies proves to be second time lucky.
'I went into The Hundred a bit naive' - Capsey reflects on breakthrough year
It is safe to say 17-year-old Alice Capsey burst into cricket's consciousness in 2021.
The Cricketer
Katherine Brunt v Shafali Verma - some wickets just mean more | The Cricketer
One of the summer's standout rivalries resumed at Trent Bridge in the women's Hundred. There was a familiarity about the end result, but that only told half the story
Will Smeed's confidence of youth shows the way for Birmingham Phoenix | The Cricketer
After failing to score off his opening two deliveries, the Birmingham Phoenix batter could have lost his nerve. But the 19-year-old stuck to his guns and played his natural game, laying the platform for Liam Livingstone.
Lancashire pilot event postponed | The Cricketer
Lancashire have confirmed that one such event scheduled for Emirates Old Trafford will not now go ahead in front of fans.
BOB WILLIS TROPHY TEAM OF THE WEEK: England past and present are in, but who joins them?
The Cricketer looks at the outstanding performances during the final round of action in the Bob Willis Trophy group stage.
Jersey cricket team who walked off after LBW decision deducted 10 points | The Cricketer
A Jersey cricket club have been handed a 10-point deduction for refusing to complete a match after disagreeing with an LBW decision.
England seamer Chris Jordan hails the unsung heroes after Australia win | The Cricketer
After beating Australia by two runs in an exhilarating T20 international at the Ageas Bowl, Chris Jordan praised England's emphatic bowling display.
England opener Jason Roy out of Pakistan T20s | The Cricketer
A left side strain means the Surrey batsman will not feature in any of the matches at Emirates Old Trafford but Eoin Morgan's men will not call up a replacement
CPL DAILY: Sunil Narine, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan and Imran Tahir all involved on a Sunday for the spinners | The Cricketer
The double-headers continue at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Ground, with Sunday's fixtures once again promising some enthralling action.
JPI Media - Sussex papers.
Gary Charman retirement - football’s been my life ... now I need a break
It is a difficult moment for any footballer, but the deci- sion to retire is Charman’s, and make no mistake he is proud to say that.
Community cricket in Sussex at its strongest
Cricket participation in Sussex has grown across all ages, genders and abilities in the past year, according to the county’s cricket foundation.
Why should we be ambitious?
Billy Wood, Hastings United CEO, is hoping the principles of Project Non-League are used to re- structure the local football pyramid as hopes fade for the 2020-21 season being able to finish
Rawlins raring to go in the Hundred
Sussex all-rounder Delray Rawlins says he is thrilled to be part of the Hundred.
Sussex CCC - future is bright, future is talented...let's get started!
Ian Sailsbury is hoping for a new round of success with the club where is all first began.
Virtual Hastings Half has attracted global entrants
A virtual twist on the much- loved Hastings half-mara- thon has seen an influx of global participants.
Sussex World - Crawley Town FC reporter
Crawley Town should be dreaming of the play-offs and run of home games will define their season - opinion
With a run of five at home in their next six league matches, John Yems’ men will surely fancy a late-season dart for League One.
It may have been goalless, but it was entertaining - here are our player ratings
The match may have finished 0-0, but it was a pleasure to watch - especially in its final moments.
'I thought it was going to be seven or eight' - Crawley Town boss John Yems reflects on heavy Oldham Athletic defeat
Oldham dominated the game throughout, scoring twice in quick succession before the break. In the second half, the hosts netted third, before James Tilley fired home a consolation goal to make it 3-1.
Who stood out for the Reds as they fell to Vale?
Here are Jack Butler's thoughts on the players on a dismal day for for the Reds.
Crawley Town leave it late to claim point against Walsall - but who stood out for the Reds?
Jack Butler rates the Reds’ players on show as Tom Nichols’ late penalty saw Crawley draw 1-1 against Walsall at the People’s Pension Stadium.
Crawley Town's super-sub James Tillley on netting the winner against Mansfield Town
It would be a case of history repeating itself - as the match-winner against Colchester United came off the bench, had one shot, and gave the Reds victory in a rather drab affair.
Crawley Town boss John Yems praises the impact of match-winner James Tilley
“That’s the sort of player he is,” said Yems. “You know he’s got that. He’s always had that bit about him.”
Crawley Town's performance showed 'a lot of fight' - John Yems on a 'deserved' win over Exeter City
"We worked hard. It's good to see us back to where we should be," stated Yems. "We showed a lot of fight and a lot of endeavor. It is something to build on."
Dallison shines as substitute but others struggle in defeat
Once again, it wasn’t the best afternoon out for Yems’ side...here are Jack Butler's player ratings.
'Nothing is ever easy, but we’re looking forward to it' – Crawley Town head coach John Yems ready to get back to winning ways
Yems is quick to point out there is still plenty of time to go, and asks for the fans to stick with them.
Wisden
Wisden’s Bob Willis Trophy Team Of The Week – Round Three
Jack Butler picks out a combined XI of the best performers from the third round of the Bob Willis Trophy.
Having begun his season on loan at Leicestershire with a ton against Lancashire, Slater was back at it for Nottinghamshire this round with a ton against… Lancashire!
The other Ben at Trent Bridge enjoyed a welcome return to form, hitting 116 from 156 balls and combining with Slater for a second-wicket stand of 178 as Notts put up 472 against Lancashire. While the follow on was enforced, No
Having begun his season on loan at Leicestershire with a ton against Lancashire, Slater was back at it for Nottinghamshire this round with a ton against… Lancashire!
The other Ben at Trent Bridge enjoyed a welcome return to form, hitting 116 from 156 balls and combining with Slater for a second-wicket stand of 178 as Notts put up 472 against Lancashire. While the follow on was enforced, No
Declaration Bowling: 'An Insult To First-Class Cricket' Or A Justifiable Tactic?
The Bob Willis Trophy match between Leicestershire and Durham saw Leicestershire turn to declaration bowling as both counties tried to force a result on the final day.
Declaration bowling is one of the most complex cricket oddities; it is a way to force a win, even if it looks like you’re doing everything to lose.
The infamous tactic, which has its detractors, sees the fielding side deliberately bowl ‘badly’ so that the batting side can score at a quicker rate. What looks on the surface as a b
Declaration bowling is one of the most complex cricket oddities; it is a way to force a win, even if it looks like you’re doing everything to lose.
The infamous tactic, which has its detractors, sees the fielding side deliberately bowl ‘badly’ so that the batting side can score at a quicker rate. What looks on the surface as a b
Eight Takeaways From The Latest Round Of Bob Willis Trophy Fixtures
In between rain delays, the return of the Bob Willis Trophy saw some fine cricket on show. Here are some highlights from this week’s fixtures:
After sunny spells dominated lockdown, it was inevitable that cricket’s return would be soon followed by the rain. This weekend saw every county fixture disrupted by bad weather with most games ending in draws. However, that didn’t stop counties getting creative to force a result. At the Fischer County Ground, both sides forfeited an innings each after s
After sunny spells dominated lockdown, it was inevitable that cricket’s return would be soon followed by the rain. This weekend saw every county fixture disrupted by bad weather with most games ending in draws. However, that didn’t stop counties getting creative to force a result. At the Fischer County Ground, both sides forfeited an innings each after s
Sussex CCC
Vitality Blast match day interview: Luke Wright | Sussex Cricket
The Sussex Sharks captain outlines his aims for this year's competition and explains why he feels his side can reach Finals Day...
Vitality Blast match day interview: Tymal Mills | Sussex Cricket
Tymal Mills says that Sussex have ‘one of the stronger squads’ in the T20 Vitality Blast this year – now they are having to prove it.
