The January transfer window is now open, sparking discussions about players' futures across the Premier League. With many deals set to expire in the summer, Sky Sports News has assessed the situations of players like Jorginho, Thomas Partey, and Kieran Tierney, who may soon become free agents and move to clubs outside England. Keep up with all the latest transfer news on Sky Sports' website and app.
England and Wales are bracing for a weekend of freezing temperatures and hazardous weather conditions as amber and yellow warnings for snow and ice have been issued. The warnings cover most of Wales, central England, and parts of the north-west, with temperatures predicted to drop as low as -10C in rural Scotland. Passengers are advised to check their travel routes as disruptions to rail, bus, and air travel are expected.
India ended their 2024 calendar year with a mix of successes and failures, highlighted by a T20 World Cup win and a disappointing ODI series loss. Looking ahead to 2025, India will have a packed schedule, starting with a final Test against Australia and then moving on to a limited-overs series against England. They will also prepare for the Champions Trophy, a five-match Test series against England, and a home series against South Africa. In total, India will play 18 T20Is, 9 Tests, and 12 ODIs in bilateral assignments outside of ICC and ACC tournaments.
As New Zealand dominated England's batting lineup, England were dismissed for a dismal 143 on day two of the third Test. New Zealand then built a commanding lead of 340 runs, reaching 136-3 in their second innings with seven wickets remaining. Mitchell Santner took three wickets for just seven runs, while Matt Henry claimed four wickets for 48 runs to put the hosts in a strong position heading into day three. England's Ollie Pope and Ben Stokes managed to add 52 runs for the sixth wicket, but both were eventually dismissed by Santner.
On the second day of the third Test, New Zealand proved their dominance over England as the hosts ran through their lineup and dismissed them for a disappointing 143 runs. With their first innings ending at 347, New Zealand took control of the match with a lead of 340 and only seven wickets in hand. An impressive performance by Matt Henry (4-48) and Mitchell Santner (3-7) prevented England from making a comeback, as Joe Root (32) and Harry Brook (0) were dismissed early.
England's pace bowlers dominated the first day of the third and final Test against New Zealand, with Gus Atkinson reaching his 50th Test wicket in just 10 appearances. Tim Southee provided some entertainment for the home crowd with a quickfire 23 off 10 balls in his final Test innings, but it was not enough to stop England from reducing New Zealand to 315-9 by the end of the day. Despite a promising start from the hosts, England's Matthew Potts and Atkinson, along with a stunning catch from Harry Brook, triggered a collapse that saw New Zealand slip from 105-0 to 315-9 at stumps.
Durham's Matthew Potts and Surrey's Gus Atkinson led the way for England's seamers as they reduced New Zealand to 315-9 on the first day of the third Test. Potts, 26, impressed on his return to the Test side with three wickets, while Atkinson, 26, claimed his 50th Test wicket in only his 10th appearance. Former England captain Nasser Hussain praised the young duo's performance and their ability to step up in the absence of veteran James Anderson.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a passionate and inspiring speech in the Lok Sabha as part of the ongoing debate on the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution. He praised the contributions of women in the making of the Constitution, while also addressing the Kapoor family's celebration of Raj Kapoor's birth centenary. In other news, New Zealand cricket captain Kane Williamson faced a bizarre dismissal during the 3rd Test against England.
England dominated day one of the third and final Test in Hamilton as they reduced New Zealand to 315-9 before stumps. Despite a strong start from New Zealand's openers, England's pace attack, led by Gus Atkinson's five-wicket haul, managed to take regular wickets and cause a batting collapse in the evening session. Tim Southee, playing in his final Test, provided some entertainment for the home crowd with a quick-fire knock of 23 runs off 10 balls before being dismissed by Atkinson. Mitchell Santner's half-century helped New Zealand reach 315, with Will O'Rourke remaining unbeaten at the crease.
On day one of the third and final Test in Hamilton, England's pace attack shone as they reduced New Zealand to 315-9, with notable performances from Matthew Potts and Gus Atkinson. New Zealand's captain Tom Latham and Mitchell Santner put up a good fight, but England's aggressive bowling led to a late collapse for the hosts. Tim Southee, playing in his final Test, scored a quick 23 runs before being dismissed by Atkinson, who reached the impressive milestone of 50 wickets in just 11 appearances for England.