Root refreshed and ready to reclaim captaincy, says Cook

Guardian sport columnist Greg Wood argues that the betting regulations around Australia’s Melbourne Cup offer lessons for the UK. He suggests these rules could help British authorities prevent an boom in illegal gambling. The comparison matters as UK policymakers weigh how to regulate betting markets more effectively.

Almost 8.4 million ticket requests have been made for the Cricket World Cup match between India and Pakistan. The huge demand highlights the intense rivalry and global interest in the fixture. The match is one of the most anticipated in the tournament.

DAZN has secured an exclusive deal for global streaming rights to the 2029 Club World Cup. The agreement makes DAZN the main platform for watching the tournament worldwide. It matters because it could shape how fans access major FIFA club competitions.

BBC Sport reports that the Ferrari Formula 1 team is in "utter chaos" at the moment, though the headline alone does not specify the cause. The report points to significant internal turmoil at one of F1's most prominent teams, a situation worth watching for its effect on performance and team management.

Andrew Beasley analyses how Florian Wirtz and Liverpool have found it costly to break down compact defensive blocks. The piece examines the tactical problems behind those struggles and what they mean for Liverpool’s attacking output.