Former All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams confirmed his return to rugby league by agreeing a deal with the Sydney Roosters. League return a 'tough' decision for Sonny Bill
Sonny Bill Williams has admitted that his return to rugby league with the Sydney Roosters was a ‘pretty tough’ decision to make.On Tuesday Williams announced his new one-year contract with the Roosters, which marks his return to the sport after four years’ absence.The contract also represents Williams’ commitment to a handshake deal he made with Roosters chairman Nick Politis three years ago.Since 2008 the former Canterbury Bulldogs player has played rugby union in France and New Zealand – including 19 caps for the All Blacks. …
Kooyong tournament chasing one of "top four"
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Injured world number four Rafa Nadal is on a hit list to fill out the field for the Kooyong Classic tennis tournament, organizers said on Tuesday, as the exhibition event seeks to fight off lucrative Middle Ea st competitors. "We're in touch with the top four," tournament director Colin Stubs told reporters in Melbourne of negotiations to attract Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray or Nadal for the January 9-12 event. "Nadal's a possibility and that'd be something special for us because he's never played here. … Tennis-Kooyong tournament chasing one of 'top four'
MELBOURNE, Nov 13 (Reuters) – Injured world number four Rafa Nadal is on a hit list to fill out the field for the Kooyong Classic tennis tournament, organisers said on Tuesday, as the exhibition event seeks to fight off lucrative Middle East competitors. “We’re in touch with the top four,” tournament director Colin Stubs told reporters in Melbourne of negotiations to attract Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Andy Murray or Nadal for the Jan. 9-12 event. “Nadal’s a possibility and that’d be something special for us because he’s never played here. …
Roethlisberger hurt, Steelers survive Chiefs 16-13
Their franchise quarterback on his way to the hospital, the momentum firmly on the other side of the field after a stunning last-minute rally by one the NFL's worst teams, the Pittsburgh Steelers appeared lost. Sundin, Sakic, Oates and Bure enter hockey Hall
There is something missing from Joe Sakic’s new plaque at the Hockey Hall of Fame -- and it’s not because the printer made a mistake.
LeBron James put on a second-half show and helped the Miami Heat finally put away Houston. 
Ben Roethlisberger left Monday night's game with a right shoulder injury, and the Pittsburgh Steelers were tied with the Kansas City Chiefs 10-10 after three quarters. 
Cody Zeller and his teammates were not themselves Monday night. 
Twenty20 world champion Erin Osborne has returned to where it all started. The off-spinner showed a few tricks at the CHS North West women's cricket trials. Only a month after bowling Australia to victory at the World Cup. 
Twenty20 world champion Erin Osborne has returned to where it all started. The off-spinner showed a few tricks at the CHS North West women's cricket trials. Only a month after bowling Australia to victory at the World Cup. 
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – With most of their fans demanding the return of Phil Jackson, the Los Angeles Lakers sprang a surprise on Monday by naming former Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni to replace Mike Brown. Hall of Fame coach Jackson, the 11-time NBA championship winner, had been widely expected to come out of retirement to lead the Lakers for a third time but the Lakers instead opted for the offense-minded D'Antoni. According to local media, D'Antoni, 61, has signed a three-year deal for $12 million, with the Lakers holding an option for a fourth year. … 
In this photo taken Monday, Nov. 12, 2012, Apolinar Galvez of Panama, center, fights for the ball with Simi, left, and Fernandinho of Brazil during their 2nd round FIFA Futsal World Cup match in Nakhon Ratchasima province, northeastern Thailand. (AP Photo/Korbphuk Phromrekha) 
In this photo taken Monday, Nov. 12, 2012, Neto of Brazil, right, celebrates scoring a goal past keeper Valencio Parks, center, and Fernando Mena, left, of Panama during their 2nd round FIFA Futsal World Cup match in Nakhon Ratchasima province, northeastern Thailand. (AP Photo/Korbphuk Phromrekha) 
(Reuters) – Big-hitting Belgian Nicolas Colsaerts has won a 2013 PGA T our card and is set to join several Ryder Cup team mates who play the majority of their golf in the United States. "It's official now…PGA Tour member!!" the world number 34 said on his Twitter account on Monday after the PGA Tour season came to a close on Sunday. Colsaerts earned enough money as a non-member in 2012 and is therefore eligible for a place on the world's most lucrative circuit next season. … 
FILE – In this June 24, 2010 file photo, from left, Japan's Yuji Nakazawa, Marcus Tulio Tanaka, Yasuyuki Konno, and Makoto Hasebe celebrate following the World Cup group E soccer match between Denmark and Japan at Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, South Africa. Japan was the first nation to qualify for both the 2006 and 2010 World Cups, and the Asian champion could achieve the feat for a third straight tournament wit h a win at Oman on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File) 
The worst kept secret in rugby league has finally been confirmed, with the announcement that former All Black rugby union international Sonny Bill Williams has returned to the NRL to join the Sydney Roosters.The controversial 27-year-old was rumoured to be heading to Bondi Junction ever since he announced earlier this year that he was leaving rugby union in New Zealand to play for the Panasonic Wild Knights in Japan, before joining an unnamed NRL club in 2013.The confirmation marks Williams's return to the sport where he made his name. … 
The Brazil international has spoken of his friendship with the Colombian, while stressing that he is not taking his place in the national side for granted after another call-up. 
(Reuters) – Buffalo Bills running back Fred Ja ckson has been ruled out of Thursday's game against the Miami Dolphins after being diagnosed with concussion, the National Football League team said on Monday. Jackson was hurt after being struck in the back of the head with an elbow by linebacker Brandon Spikes late in Sunday's 37-31 loss to the New England Patriots. "The tests this morning were not as good as we had hoped and he (Jackson) had hoped so he won't play this week," Bills head coach Chan Gailey told reporters. "It does make a difference. … 
MIAMI (Reuters) – Three teams begin preparation for games this weekend unsure if their starting quarterback will be cleared to play as the league's stricter concussion rules start to bite. The NFL has been concerned about the health implications from concussions and brain injuries and introduced a clearly defined series of steps that teams have to follow when players suffer knocks to the head. In order to return to action the following week, concussed players have to be cleared by an independent neurologist. … 
The Black Cats midfielder has come out in defence of his team-mate's decision not to wear a shirt featuring the design and says the whole situation has been blown out of proportion 
(Reuters) – Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout and Washington Nationals Bryce Harper were crowned Major League Ba seball's rookies of the year on Monday. Trout was the unanimous winner of the American League award, sweeping all 28 first place votes, while Harper won a close race for the National League award. The 21-year-old Trout led the AL in steals (49) and runs scored (129) while batting .326 with 30 home runs and 83 RBIs. Oakland Athletics outfielder Yoenis Cespedes was a distant second while Texas Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish was third. … 
Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon avoided suspension Monday when NASCAR instead fined him $100,000 and docked him 25 points for intentionally wrecking Clint Bowyer at Phoenix International Raceway. 
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The All Whites will have to make do without the veteran centre-back as they travel East, hoping to improve on their lacklustre 1-1 draw against China in March 2011 
Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels and Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals have been voted Rookies of the Year for their breakout seasons following late-April call-ups from the minor leagues. 
Bills running back Fred Jackson is out with a concussion, and there's at least one teammate who's unhappy with how Patriots linebacker Brandon Spikes celebrated after delivering the blow. 
Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels was a unanimous winner of the AL Rookie of the Year after a season that put him in contention for the MVP award, too. 
Just when everybody thought the Los Angeles Lakers were getting back together with Phil Jackson, they switched course in the middle of the night and went with Mike D'Antoni. 
Washington State football coach Mike Leach denied his players are subjected to any type of abuse, as alleged by star receiver Marquess Wilson. 
The All Whites will have to make-do without the veteran centreback as they travel East, hoping to improve on their lacklustre 1-1 draw against the Chinese in March 2011 
Novak Djokovic recovered from early breaks in both sets to beat Roger Federer 7-6 (6), 7-5 Monday in the championship match at the ATP finals. 
Coach Lovie Smith said the Chicago Bears properly handled quarterback Jay Cutler's concussion on Sunday night. 
The NFL says the 76-yard punt return by Denver's Trindon Holliday against Carolina on Sunday should have been ruled a touchback, not a touchdown. 
Reigning World Cup overall champion Lindsey Vonn has been admitted to a hospital in Vail with an undisclosed illness, her publicist announced Monday. More information will be released when it becomes available. Vonn is in Vail training with the U.S. Ski team, and the next World Cup event is… 
(Reuters) – World number one Rory McIlroy added further accolad es to his already bulging resume when he was named winner of the PGA of America Player of the Year award and the Vardon Trophy on Monday. The 23-year-old Northern Irishman, who clinched his second major title with a record eight-shot victory at the PGA Championship in August, was always likely to land both honors after triumphing a season-high four times on the 2012 PGA Tour. … 
Lindsey Vonn, of the US, clears a gate during the first run of an alpine ski, women's World Cup giant slalom, in Soelden, Austria, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Alessandro Trovati) 
The Norway international admitted that the Cottagers would have taken a point before the game, but felt if they had been more clinical they could have snatched a win 
(Reuters) – Philadelphia 76ers center Andrew Bynum is expected to be sidelined until early December because of a bruised knee bone and could play his first game the following month, the National Basketball Association team said on Monday. The 25-year-old All-Star, who has battled knee injuries for much of his career, has yet to take the court for the 76ers since he was acquired from the Los Angeles Lakers in a 12-player, four-team trade in August. … 
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith threw a 14-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter of Sunday's 24-24 tie against the Rams while playing with blurred vision before coming out with a concussion. 
Former All Black Simon Mannix has backed up claims that a French club paid Fijian players not to play at the World Cup. 
The Bleus coach has praised the former Fiorentina manager's philosophy since taking charge of his country, and believes his side has progressed in recent months 
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) – Steven Gerrard will become the sixth Englishman to win 100 caps if, as the English Football Association expects, he is passed fit after a scan on his knee to play against Sweden in Wednesday's friendly. Gerrard took a knock on the knee during Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday but should travel to Sweden with the rest of the party which has already been depleted by the withdrawals of five players including Wayne Rooney and Theo Walcott. "Gerrard is expected to be fit to travel to Sweden," the FA said on their website (www.thefa.com) on Monday. … 
Former All Black Simon Mannix has backed up claims that a French club paid Fijian players not to play at the World Cup. 
The Vancouver Whitecaps striker says that his former international manager was a victim of poor individual performances and praises the atmosphere in the squad during his tenure. 
The Bleus coach has praised the former Fiorentina boss' philosophy since taking charge of his country, and believes his side have progressed in recent months 
The head of the World Anti-Doping Agency believes the Lance Armstrong case is just part of a wide-ranging doping battle that will never be won. 
The 23-year-old striker was called back into the USA team by Jurgen Klinsmann after being controversially omitted for the last set of World Cup qualifiers. 
The Bleus coach has praised the former Fiorentina boss' philosophy since taking charge of his country, and believes his side have progressed in recent months 
The Vancouver Whitecaps striker says that his former international manager was a victim of poor individual performances and praises the atmosphere in the squad during his tenure