Sports News Update – what you need to know

Sports News Update – what you need to know

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CRICKET - Former Australian captain Mark Taylor has taken aim at the two most recent holders of the position, with the simmering feud between Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke showing no sign of abating.

CRICKET - George Bailey is firming to make his Test debut in Brisbane following an endorsement from national selector John Inverarity.

CRICKET - Australian captain Michael Clarke appears a certain starter for NSW in their Sheffield Shield opener against Tasmania, starting Wednesday at Blacktown.

RUGBY - London Irish says it's signed Australian international James O'Connor until the end of the UK season.

LEAGUE - England prop Sam Burgess has accepted a one-match ban for the high tackle that floored Kangaroos forward Sam Thaiday in their Rugby League World Cup clash.

CRICKET - England have dismissed any injury concerns surrounding skipper Alastair Cook after the opening batsman required treatment on his back.


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