South Africa are chasing a first series win on Indian soil since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed there in 2000.

England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to bat against Australia in the first Ashes Test under blue skies in Perth on Friday.

Four-time World Cup winners Italy will face Northern Ireland in the semi-finals of the European playoffs for the 2026 tournament, following the draw on Thursday.

South African head coach Rassie Erasmus said he is expecting Saturday's Autumn Series Test with Ireland to be a "colossal challenge" after he named a side he hopes will deliver a first win in Dublin since 2012.

Lando Norris arrives in Las Vegas this week full of confidence after back-to-back wins and in control of the Formula One world championship race as he eyes a maiden title.