Frank Hadden has stepped down as coach of the Scotland national rugby union team with immediate effect, a statement issued by Scottish Rugby said.

Defending champions Ireland will get the defence of their Six Nations crown under way with a home game against Italy in the first match of the 2010 championship.

England could be left standing at the altar if the West Indies team carries out a threat to boycott the decisive fifth and final One-day International at the Beausejour Cricket Ground.

McLaren boss Martin Whitmarsh has denied that Lewis Hamilton lied about an incident at the Australian Grand Prix after the Briton was stripped of third place.

South Africa have decided to rest star all-rounder Jacques Kallis from the opening one-day international against Australia.

Changing a winning AFL line-up may be considered a cardinal sin but Brisbane Lions coach Michael Voss appeared to have little choice after recovering star Simon Black declared himself "right to go".

All the teams for round two of the AFL season. All times listed are EDT.

Richmond have turned to youth in response to their opening round thrashing by Carlton, naming two first-gamers as they swung the selection axe.

Brumbies player Shawn Mackay is coming out of a coma and spinal surgery went well, a team spokesman has confirmed.