Former England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) chief executive and former England and Glamorgan player Hugh Morris passed away at the age of 62.
He left his position as Glamorgan’s chief executive in September 2023 to spend time with his family while undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with bowel cancer in January of that year.
Morris, who had two spells as Glamorgan’s captain and won the 1993 Sunday League title, was a prolific opening batter.
Additionally, he captained England A on trips to South Africa, the West Indies, and Sri Lanka and won three full England caps.
The Welshman worked for the ECB for 16 years before retiring.
He was responsible for the England men’s Test team’s record-breaking Ashes series, which won three straight as chief executive.
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After surviving throat cancer, which was discovered in 2002, Morris patronized Heads Up, a charity that supported research into head and neck cancer. His unrelated cancer diagnosis in 2022.
Following their 2-1 Premier League defeat at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, Chelsea are looking into a bottle that was thrown at the Aston Villa bench.
An open plastic bottle containing water appeared to be pouring down Villa’s celebrating bench, splashing staff, and players after the full-time whistle.
The area where the bottle appeared to be coming from, which appeared to be filled with both Chelsea fans and staff, was pointed out by one member of the staff.
Who is to blame is still a mystery. Chelsea has opened an investigation, but it has not yet made an official statement.
Additionally, it’s unclear whether Stuart Attwell and his staff members witnessed the incident or whether it will be included in his report. The Football Association has been contacted by CBS Sport for comment.
Ollie Watkins scored twice to overturn Joao Pedro’s Chelsea opener in the first half.
Following the Ashes series defeat, England players are “absolutely committed” to the team’s management, according to Joe Root, and any changes would be “silly” made.
After the first three Tests in Australia ended under pressure, captain Ben Stokes, head coach Brendon McCullum, and cricket director Rob Key have all been under pressure.
However, England ended an 18-game winless streak down under, which dates back to 2011, by winning the fourth Test, a two-day outing in Melbourne.
After the Ashes, all of Stokes, McCullum, and Key have said they want to stay on, and their cases will be strengthened by a fifth Test win in Sydney, which will start on Sunday (23:30 GMT, Saturday).
We’re completely committed to the management, according to England’s all-time leading Test run-scorer, Bless Root.
“Yes, we can be better, and there are some things we’ll work on in the future,” management said.
They may behave differently, but I believe the group has made great strides as a whole because of the men who are our supporters.
Root led England’s final appearance in Australia, which ended with a 4-0 defeat in 2021-22. While Root would later resign, the tour cost coach Chris Silverwood and cricket director Ashley Giles’ jobs.
The Test team was initially revitalized by Stokes, McCullum, and Key after they all arrived for the summer of 2022. McCullum was given a contract extension until 2027, which included his 2024 appointment as head coach of the white-ball teams.
Just before this Ashes series, Stokes matched his England deal with that time period.
If fitness is good, Stokes will likely lead the Ashes’ team, which will complicate the situation with a T20 World Cup opener in India and Sri Lanka in the first half of the year.
England’s coaches and cricket directors are responsible for both their planning, preparation, and off-field activities as well as their results.
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However, Root defended the England leadership by saying, “You look at the group of players we have, you look at the guys that were on the team when I was the captain, four years ago, and you look at their records individually, and every one of them has improved as a player.
This team has grown,” he said. The amount of work and tasks that have been accomplished would be absurd, in my opinion.
Root, who first visited Australia in 2013 and 2014, played in all but one of the 18 games without winning.
The Yorkshireman turns 35 on Tuesday, and he looks certain to be a part of England’s attempt to win the urn in the summer of 2027, when the country will host the Ashes for the first time in 12 years.
Root will be almost 39 when England next travels to Australia in 2029-30.
Root was questioned about finally winning at least one tour in this country because it was uncertain whether or not he would make another one. He responded, “It would be better if we win next week as well.”
It’s historically been very difficult for us to win this series because it is steeped in history. If we can continue doing that and build on it the next time, we can move forward with that for the upcoming tour here.
“There are things we’ll have to work on to learn and grow from, but I try not to make too many regrets.” You must look forward, in my opinion.
Katherine Dow Blyton, a former Emmerdale star, spills the beans on her most recent big-screen role, which she will play opposite 007’s Pierce Brosnan, and how she feels about finding love once more at 61.
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Harriet stars alongside Bond icon Pierce Brosnan in a new boxing biopic(Image: Getty Images for BFI)
Warm, talented and refreshingly honest, Katherine Dow Blyton is someone you’d instantly like to be friends with. Known to audiences for playing vicar Harriet Finch in Emmerdale from 2013 to 2022, the actress is limbering up to play Alma, the supportive wife of Irish boxing trainer Brendan Ingle – played by Pierce Brosnan – in boxing biopic, Giant.
The film is set in Sheffield and is based on the true story of legendary British-Yemeni world boxing champion Prince Naseem Hamed and his relationship with Brendan. Here, Katherine, 61, opens up about her first major film role, why she’s happily single – and what it was like to work with 007 star Pierce…
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Hello, Katherine! Tell us what Pierce Brosnan’s real-life persona is, first.
You seem to be so familiar with him already, which is strange. Then, suddenly, a superstar appears in front of you and says, “Katherine, how’s it going?” and extending you a warm embrace. However, you make an effort to keep things simple. He is undoubtedly one of the nicest actors I’ve ever worked with. When we began filming, it seemed very natural. Despite wearing all the ginger wigs, it was a lovely experience.
You’ve only ever had a major role in movies, don’t you think?
It is. I had a small part in [1996 movie] Brassed Off, but this is my first big venture into film. And it was terrifying. It’s quite a responsibility playing a real person, that was also a first.
Were there any humorous moments in the background?
I once made a very offensive joke about Pierce. His wig was somewhat flapping in the wind as we were walking down the street in Leeds between scenes. He said, “I look like a cockatoo.” And I said, “Of course, I have a brilliant joke about that,” not here. At that, we giggled.
You a little spooked this movie, I suppose…
Oh, I know. And Pierce, you immediately think 007, smart suits… but he got one, too! It was not glamorous – I had five different ginger wigs. It’s that thing about getting older, you’ve got to leave your vanity at the door, especially playing a real person. You see yourself age on screen.
Was there a component of that while you were a student on Emmerdale?
Yes, when I started Emmerdale, I looked so young, but I went through the menopause while on the show – my weight was fluctuating, I felt uncomfortable in my own skin. For the first time I was aware of where the camera was, thinking, “Did I look fat in this?” That’s not someone I’ve ever been.
So the lovely Alma Ingle was quite uncomplicated to play. Strangely, Alma resembles my dear auntie Jean, who was also a redhead. My cousin Helen claimed I resembled her in a photo that I sent to her.
What inspired you to play Alma and read Giant?
It has a lot of heart. The writing was so warm. She and Brendan had a wonderful relationship. She provided such constant support; she embodies the proverb that “behind every successful man is a strong woman.” Like many wonderful women I grew up with, she was a strong, working-class Northern woman.
Do you want to make more movies right away?
I’m up for anything. Well, not quite. I love theatre possibly a bit more than TV and film. I got a little jaded towards the end of Emmerdale – I wondered if I still loved being an actor. And my first job after I left, I did a fabulous Kay Mellor play. I have never been more scared in my life, I died a million times. But it proved that the absolute love for acting was still there.
After Pierce, who would you want to play your ideal on-screen husband?
Mmm, I don’t really have Hollywood crushes, I’m post-menopausal, I’d rather just have a laugh. I’m over all that. It was always Andy Garcia, but he’s getting on now. Give me… Will Ferrell. I’d enjoy trying not to corpse [laugh] in every scene.
Are you currently dating?
No, I’ve been single for about five years. But my ex, Jason, and I still live together. We were together for 15 years. I worked away from home, which is not particularly healthy for a relationship. I was back at weekends, usually in a foul mood as I’d just come off the M25 in a foul mood on a Friday. He’d leave me a bottle of wine in the fridge and retreat! Then I was off again on Sunday.
Your shared home, which you both have, is obviously still a strong bond.
We continued to be in love with one another. We have such good friendships. He delights me more than anyone else on Earth. We’ll reevaluate things if this configuration no longer works. Dexter, my almost 16-year-old Border terrier, is similar to our child. I would hate Jason if I had to take him away from him. The other is present if one of us is at work.
Would you like to rekindle your love?
No at this time. You must first meet them, get to know them, and trust them before it goes too long. My pals have tried to hook me up with online dating, but I’m not interested. After a few shrugs, I did a few shandies before joining an app, but right away I was in a panic and deleted the entire thing. Never say never, but I’m fine unless someone makes a wonderful addition to my life. I’m 61 now, and it’s a lot of work!
The New Year is almost here. Do you have 2026 resolutions?
Oh, I don’t do New Year’s resolutions – and I’ve never done Dry January, for the record. But I am in rehearsals for a play called Gerry & Sewell, about family, friendship, and football, which is coming to London soon. Appearing in a West End show, seeing my name, walking past the billboards, is another big tick for me.
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Beginning on Friday, January 9, 2018, Giant will be available in some UK theaters.
The deputy UN representative warns that impunity for violence against women is causing conflict everywhere.
Women and girls are facing almost total impunity in contemporary conflicts. As wars get worse, protection is deteriorating, from widespread rapes in Sudan to attacks on schools and shelters in Gaza and Syria, and to women being segregated in Afghanistan. Amina Mohammed, the deputy secretary-general of the UN, warns against violence against women as a front-line threat to peace and development in a statement to Al Jazeera. She raises important questions about how the world fails to protect those most in danger as the political will and funding declines.
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Chicago Bulls 112-103 to claim a game-high 29 points for Giannis Antetokounmpo, who recovered from injury.
The Bucks lost six of those games due to a right calf strain, which Antetokounmpo had missed eight games.
Chicago’s five-game winning streak was ended by their defeat, but they are still just two points clear of the Bucks in the Eastern Conference.
Wembanyama started with 32 points in his first start since November 14, but the Jazz could only manage 29 points from Lauri Markkanen and 28 from Keyonte George, which would put an eight-game winning streak on hold.
Despite Nikola Jokic’s addition to his triple-double, Anthony Black added a career-high 38 points as the Orlando Magic defeated the Denver Nuggets 127-126.
Jokic recorded his 180th triple-double of his career, just one shy of Oscar Robertson’s record-breaking total of 21 rebounds and 12 assists.
