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Follow live: Lions take on AUNZ XV Invitational in final match before Tests begin
The British and Irish Lions face an Australia and New Zealand invitational in Adelaide a week out from the first Test against the Wallabies. Follow ESPN for live updates.
More than pride on the line in AUNZ-Lions clash
A successful night for the AUNZ Invitational XV could mean more than just a shock win over the British & Irish Lions at Adelaide Oval but could also be the catalyst for fringe players to earn international call-ups.
LeBron to Luka: Inside the most delicate superstar transition in NBA history

OFFSEASON LATEST
The NBA is closing in on its first $1 million per game player
The reigning MVP will get close, but the league is still waiting for its first $82 million per year player.
Grading 30-plus NBA deals, including Booker's historic -- and risky -- extension
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including max deals for Booker, SGA and Banchero.

NBA SUMMER LEAGUE
Alijah Martin throws down ferocious jam for Raptors
Kon Knueppel's shot gets blocked by Kyle Filipowski

CRICKET
STARC'S 100TH TEST
West Indies, Australia weigh up selection for pink-ball challenge
Neither side confirmed their XI the day before the final Test with Australia leaving the door ajar to leave out Nathan Lyon
'It makes me feel old' - Starc reflects on journey to 100 Tests
Starc reflects on his growth as a Test bowler, his relationships with Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, his physical challenges, and his commitment to Tests over franchise cricket

WOMEN'S FINAL
Anisimova vs. Swiatek: Who will win the Wimbledon title?
It's down to Amanda Anisimova and Iga Swiatek -- each in their first Wimbledon final. Our experts pick who will win it all.

WIMBLEDON
After losing at Wimbledon, what's next for Djokovic?
Novak Djokovic shares the Grand Slam record -- has he missed his best chance to win another major? We break it down.
Djokovic: 'I'm not planning to finish my Wimbledon career today'
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- Pogacar wins Stage 7, reclaims TdF yellow jersey
- Djokovic: 'Hopefully' not last run at Wimbledon
- Cubs' PCA on track for $1.1M from bonus pool
- Liverpool retire No. 20 jersey in memory of Jota
- Palace out of Europa League amid Lyon conflict
ESPN/Getty Images Mason Cox joins forces with ESPN for Red Time podcast
Collingwood premiership player Mason Cox will join the ESPN Footy Podcast in 2025, co-hosting the returning Red Time show, every Wednesday.
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Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images NBA free agency 2025: Latest signings, news, buzz, trades, live reports
Our NBA insiders have details on all the signings, trades and buzz for the NBA offseason.
Ethan Miller/Getty Images How Pete Carroll got this Raiders team believing again
Carroll's competitive nature and fun-loving spirit is palpable, and the Raiders are hoping their new approach will translate to wins.
Associated Press 'Small step forward' for Konstas but 'great opportunity' beckons for domestic batters
Australia coach Andrew McDonald said it was "too early" to judge Konstas following his 25 and 0 in Grenada
ESPN/Getty Images The AFL's best at everything: Picking the top players at 61 different skills
Best kick on the run? Most elusive player? Boundary line specialist? Best swingman? We named the AFL's standout in 61 specific skills.
ESPN The best NFL draft pick ever at every slot from No. 1 to 262
We went through every NFL draft since 1967 and named the best selection at every slot, from Peyton Manning at No. 1 to Brock Purdy at No. 262.
Cameron Spencer/Getty Images The Wallabies fell into a Rob Valetini-sized hole in Newcastle
The Wallabies should have had their Test with Fiji squared away at halftime. Instead, they saw Fiji storm back into the contest and, in the process, show just how badly Australia need Rob Valetini against the Lions.
Michael Reaves/Getty Images MLB trade deadline 2025: GMs tell their best trade stories
From texts during life events to the best deadline deals that never happened, MLB front office execs tell all.
Cameron Spencer/Getty Images NRLW kicks off its most ambitious season
We are set for an exciting expanded NRLW season, with the established stars set to shine and the next generation of talent ready to make their mark.
Grant Halverson - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images The art of team talks, from Thiago Silva to Mikel Arteta
From impassioned shouting to calm instructions, team captains and managers attempt to motivate their players by any means necessary. But which messages actually work?
Kyle Terada/Imagn Images NBA free agency 2025: Reaction and grades for the biggest signings
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including max deals for Booker, Gilgeous-Alexander and Banchero.
Aric Becker/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images Sloppy USMNT to blame as U.S. loses another Gold Cup to Mexico
The USMNT's first chance to win a trophy under coach Mauricio Pochettino slipped away as it played poorly against Mexico in the Gold Cup final.
Mark Kolbe/Getty Images State of Origin: The all-time records and statistics
The State of Origin series started in 1980 and since that very first encounter we have witnessed 129 games and seen plenty of amazing rugby league.
ESPN Listen to the ESPN Footy Podcast
Join ESPN's footy team for some of the best AFL and AFLW analysis and insight on the ESPN Footy Podcast.
ESPN The Far Post Podcast
Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Anna Harrington, Sam Lewis, and Marissa Lordanic as they dissect all the latest news in women's football.
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Wake up to the best sports story you'll hear all day. Monday to Friday, we bring you an inside look at the most interesting stories at ESPN, as told by the top reporters and insiders on the planet.