‘Hurting’ Rooney set to remain benched

Jose Mourino is ready to keep Wayne Rooney out of the firing line at Liverpool — insisting the Manchester United captain needs to recover from the ‘hurt’ he has suffered this season.

• Zamalek a different proposition at home
• Stage is set for a Mourinho victory
• Tovey still in critical condition
• Dolly’s hard work is paying off

Cheetahs seek perfect Currie Cup season

Franco Smith’s Cheetahs will go into the final of the Currie Cup final against the Bulls having won all their games in the competition thus far.

• Bulls suffer Snyman injury blow
• Disgraced Smith ‘stands down’ from Bledisloe Cup
• WP coach coach proud despite disappointment
• Irish club in shock as coach dies

Aussies scarred after ODI whitewash - Faf

Faf du Plessis believes Australia will head into next month's Test series against his team mentally scarred following their one-day whitewash by the Proteas.

• Domingo’s priority is on preparation
• Confident Proteas head to Oz
• Dad’s tears of joy as Kesh lives his dream
• Packing for Perth with four quicks

Ciganda survives meltdown to win in Korea

Carlota Ciganda survived a late-round meltdown to beat an equally error-prone Alison Lee in a tense play-off on Sunday.

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• Sterne's 66 seals second
• World wants to know if Tiger's ready to roar in return