The Japan Times

Featured

Panthers expected to begin 2027 NRL season away from new stadium

The new Penrith Stadium is expected to be ready in time for the opening round of the 2027 NRL season, but it’s still likely the Panthers is expected to be on the road for their early matches. There is no delay to the build of the new $309 million venue but there’s a lack of appetite for risk around weather delays through the summer.

ノア内藤哲也、GHC王座2度目の防衛「負けたらリストラ」の危機感で清宮らに警鐘

プロレスリング・ノアのGHCヘビー級王者、内藤哲也（44）が12月9日に行われた後楽園ホール大会で、拳王（41）の挑戦を退け2度目の王座防衛に成功した。今後は12月31日の横浜大会で、清宮海斗と稲村愛輝による挑戦者決定戦の勝者と対戦する予定だ。内藤は契約の不安定さを明かし、所属選手に対して強い危機感を示している。

Last news

Injured Nadal still unable to train with a racket, will miss Barcelona

Rafael Nadal has not yet been able to resume training with a racket, said one of his team said on Tuesday, adding that the world No. 4 will "logically" miss the Barcelona tournament next week.

England's Rowntree to succeed Van Graan as Munster head coach

Former England prop Graham Rowntree will succeed Johann van Graan as head coach of Munster, it was announced Tuesday.

Man Utd fans planning 'constant' protest against Glazers

Manchester United fans are planning a protest against the Glazer family, the owners of the English football giants, on Saturday.

Rugby chiefs considering 20-minute red card global trial

World Rugby are to examine the possibility of introducing the 20-minute red card as a global law trial.

Australia's Victoria state to host 'bold' 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Australian state of Victoria said on Tuesday that it will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with all sporting events taking place outside the state capital Melbourne and scattered across several towns.

NZ rugby review reveals cultural insensitivity, body-shaming

New Zealand Rugby's chief executive says the governing body has "to do better" after coaches were found to have made culturally insensitive comments to the country's top women players and indulged in favouritism and body-shaming.

Australia's Victoria state to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Australian state of Victoria announced Tuesday that it will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with all sporting events taking place outside of the state capital Melbourne.

Lemar: 'It might not look pretty, but it works. Atletico win.'

"It’s not about advice, says Thomas Lemar. "It’s more when he talks, the way he talks, his honesty. That’s what makes you play out of your skin."

Netherlands coach Van Gaal says cancer treatment behind him

Netherlands football coach Louis van Gaal insisted Monday that he was fit enough to lead his nation to the World Cup finals saying his prostate cancer treatment has been successful.

Brown slams England coach Jones over 2019 World Cup axe

Mike Brown has added to the scrutiny on Eddie Jones by saying he was on the receiving end of a foul-mouthed rant when the England coach left him out of his squad for the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

Colombian 'Colossus' Rincon critical after bus crash

Former Colombian star midfielder Freddy Rincon is in critical condition following a collision between the vehicle he was traveling in and a bus, authorities said on Monday.

Vogel fired by Lakers after season flop

The Los Angeles Lakers sacked coach Frank Vogel on Monday following the team's disastrous failure to reach the NBA playoffs.

Wawrinka loses on return after year out injured

Stan Wawrinka lost to Alexander Bublik in the opening round of the Monte Carlo Masters on Monday as the three-time Grand Slam champion played his first ATP Tour match in 13 months.

Anderson still struggling with England omission

England great James Anderson is still unable to make sense of his controversial omission from the recent tour of the West Indies as he looks to revive his international career.

Los Angeles Lakers fire coach Frank Vogel: team

The Los Angeles Lakers fired coach Frank Vogel on Monday in the wake of the team's failure to reach the playoffs, the team confirmed in a statement.

Dalglish backs Furuhashi to give Celtic the edge in Old Firm semi-final

Kenny Dalglish has said the return of top scorer Kyogo Furuhashi will give Celtic an additional boost ahead of their Scottish Cup semi-final with arch Glasgow rivals Rangers.

LeBron pays tribute to Lakers coach Vogel, unsure of reported sacking

LeBron James paid tribute to Los Angeles Lakers coach Frank Vogel on Monday but said he had not been informed of his reported sacking.

Robber threatened to cut Ashley Cole's fingers off, court told

A robber threatened to cut off former England full-back Ashley Cole's fingers with a pair of pliers during a violent break-in at his home, a court was told Monday.

Ayew says Leicester loss a 'wake-up call' for Palace ahead of FA Cup semi-final

Jordan Ayew believes Crystal Palace's defeat by Leicester will act as a "wake-up call" ahead of their FA Cup semi-final with London rivals Chelsea.

Greeks seek ban on Marseille fans for PAOK match

Greek authorities on Monday called on UEFA to ban Marseille supporters from the Europa Conference League match at PAOK Thessaloniki on Thursday.

Ancelotti: Real Madrid will not under-estimate Chelsea

Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday Real Madrid will not under-estimate Chelsea in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final and dismissed Thomas Tuchel's suggestion the tie is over.

Bayern aim to 'punish' Villarreal's missed chances

Bayern Munich will look to "punish" Villarreal for their wastefulness in the first leg and produce a "brilliant" display in the return at home on Tuesday to turn around their Champions League quarter-final.

Walker feels Premier League title in 'City's hands' after Liverpool draw

Kyle Walker believes Manchester City can take heart from their draw with Premier League title rivals Liverpool.

African players in Europe: Salah sets up birthday boy Mane for key goal

African stars Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane played key roles as Liverpool drew 2-2 at leaders Manchester City in a top-of-the-table Premier League showdown at the weekend.

US skating star Alysa Liu retires aged 16

American figure skater Alysa Liu, who won bronze at this year's world championships and competed in the 2022 Beijing Olympics, has announced her retirement aged 16, stating she has achieved all her goals.

South Africa coach Boucher admits off-field issues 'tough'

South African cricket head coach Mark Boucher admitted on Monday that the reality of an impending disciplinary hearing had been difficult for him to handle.

Chelsea face 'incredibly high' challenge to stay in Champions League: Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel said his team need a "fantastic script" to overturn a two-goal deficit against Real Madrid on Tuesday and qualify for the Champions League semi-finals.

South Africa spinners wrap up crushing win over Bangladesh

Keshav Maharaj and Simon Harmer bowled South Africa to a crushing 332-run win on the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh at St George's Park on Monday.

Record 419,000 fans flock to Australian Grand Prix weekend

Nearly 420,000 spectators poured into Albert Park over the Australian Grand Prix weekend, organisers said Monday, to set a new attendance record at the circuit, and one of the highest in the sport's history.

Leclerc the man to beat after Melbourne masterclass

Charles Leclerc has long been touted as a Formula One world champion in the making and the Ferrari driver has emerged as the man to beat this season after a dominant victory in Melbourne.

Durant, Irving lead Nets over Pacers, Celtics take second seed

Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant combined for 55 points as the Brooklyn Nets held off a rally from the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to seal seventh place in the Eastern Conference and clinch home advantage for next week's play-in.

Turning professional: Cuban boxers hope to land a heavy blow

Spirits and expectations are high at Cuba's La Finca national boxing school, where training has intensified ahead of the "Los Domadores" national team's first professional contest since 1962.

‹
1
2
...
1898
1899
1900
...
1997
1998
›

The Japan Times - Sports (English)