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It just wasn’t cricket. Even as salaries soar and stakes mount, professional cricket has clung to the notion that it is a game for gentlemen and ladies, with players held to a higher standard of sportsmanship. Ball-doctoring and betting scandals have taken some of the shine off the traditions of the game, but the sense that fair play is the highest goal still hangs on, especially at Lord’s, the London venue that is the traditional home of cricket. But an incident on Sunday in the Ashes series between England and Australia led to a fierce dispute among partisans of both teams, a comment from a prime minister and even some ugly scenes in the hallowed grounds of Lord’s. England trailed the five-match series, 1-0, and the second match was coming down to the wire in its fifth and final day.
Organizations: England Locations: Lord’s, London, England, Australia
Lord's Cricket Ground, London CNN —Australia took a commanding 2-0 lead in this year’s Ashes Series after winning an ill-tempered Test match against England on Sunday. Speaking on BBC’s Test Match Special, England captain Ben Stokes said that he would have withdrawn the appeal if he was in the position of Australian captain Pat Cummins. The majority of England fans inside the ground were left furious by the decision and started vociferously chanting at and booing the Australian players. Once the wicket of Stokes fell, Australia sauntered to a win – beating England by 43 runs – but discussions surrounding the controversial run out will continue for the foreseeable future. The third Ashes Test will be held in Headingley, Leeds, on July 6.
Persons: Jonny Bairstow, Bairstow, Alex Carey, Ben Stokes, Pat Cummins, , , Mike Egerton, England’s Stuart Broad, Carey, Cummins, ” Ben Stokes masterclass, Stokes, England's, Ian Kington, Australia sauntered Organizations: London CNN — Australia, England, Marylebone Cricket Club, MCC, ” Cricket Australia, , Australian Team, Headingley, Getty Locations: London, England, Australia, AFP, Headingley, Leeds
The dismissal triggered long and loud booing from the Lord's crowd and saw Australian players verbally abused by MCC members in the stadium's usually staid Long Room. With England eventually losing by 43 runs to trail 2-0 in the five-test series, McCullum made it clear the stumping had strained relations. 'NO SNEAKINESS'Disgruntled MCC members verbally abused Australia players as they walked through the pavilion at the lunch interval, prompting opener Usman Khawaja to remonstrate with several of them. You see Jonny (Bairstow) do it all the time, he did it on day one to David Warner, he did it in 2019 to Steve (Smith)," Cummins told reporters. England captain Ben Stokes was keen to move on from the incident but added he would not want to win in such a fashion at the end of an over.
Persons: Alex Carey, Jonny Bairstow, Matthew Childs LONDON, Brendon McCullum, Jonny, Alex Carey underarmed, Bairstow, McCullum, you've, might've, Muttiah Muralitharan, Sri Lankan, Kumar Sangakkara, Paul Collingwood, Daniel Vettori, Usman Khawaja, Khawaja, Pat Cummins, David Warner, Steve, Smith, Cummins, Carey, Ben Stokes, Hugh Lawson, Ian Ransom, Toby Davis, Peter Rutherford Organizations: England, Australia, MCC, BBC, New Zealand, Collingwood, Thomson Locations: Australia, London, Britain, Christchurch, Sri, New, England, Melbourne
I haven't played a lot of matches in the last few years and not by choice," Williams said. I put my head down and put even more work in and got myself in a much better position." Of those three matches, her only win came against Camila Giorgi -- a former Wimbledon quarter-finalist -- in Birmingham. "Last year I felt a lot of pressure here because I was number one," she said. Four Americans will be in action against each other with Sofia Kenin taking on seventh seed Coco Gauff while fourth seed Jessica Pegula faces Lauren Davis.
Persons: Venus Williams, It's, Williams, Elina Svitolina, Serena, haven't, Camila Giorgi, there's, Iga Swiatek, Zhu Lin, Nick Kyrgios, David Goffin ., Sofia Kenin, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Lauren Davis, Rohith Nair, Christian Radnedge Organizations: Wimbledon, Court, U.S, All England, WTA, David Goffin . Four, Thomson Locations: Auckland, Birmingham, Bengaluru
Fired-up Stokes gives England hope of unlikely victory
  + stars: | 2023-07-02 | by ( Ed Osmond | ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +2 min
Bairstow and Stokes looked bemused but Australia refused to withdraw the appeal and the right-hander trudged off to loud boos around the ground. Stokes, clearly fired up to play another match-winning innings as he did in the 2019 Ashes, went on the attack. Duckett and Stokes had batted cautiously after England resumed on 121-4, milking singles from the predominantly short-pitched bowling they faced. Stokes, on 39, was given out lbw to Mitchell Starc but the batsman reviewed immediately and replays showed the ball had hit the bat before striking his pad. Reporting by Ed Osmond; Editing by Hugh LawsonOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
Persons: Ben Stokes, Australia's Cameron, Peter Cziborra LONDON, Jonny Bairstow, Stokes, Bairstow, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Ben Duckett, Pat Cummins, Green, Duckett, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Carey, Stuart Broad, Ed Osmond, Hugh Lawson Organizations: England, Australia, Green, Headingley, Thomson Locations: Australia, London, Britain, England, Lord's
This weekend's England vs. Australia Ashes live stream is certainly heating up despite a sneaky bit of rain disrupting play towards the end of the day yesterday. If you're only just getting involved, we're here to help show you where you can watch the Ashes for free, whatever country you're in right now. See also: Free Tour de France live stream guideThe official Ashes live stream in the UK is being shown through Sky Sports, which, as you well know, isn't the cheapest of sports subs out there. Watch England vs. Australia Ashes live stream for free from anywhereThe Ashes live stream is a premium event in most countries, meaning you'll need to sign up for a paid streaming service package to watch the Ashes online. If you try to watch from outside Australia, you'll be hit by a geo-block.
Persons: you'll, ExpressVPN Organizations: de France, Sky Sports, England, Sports Locations: Australia, England
Just Stop Oil protesters halt second Ashes test
  + stars: | 2023-06-28 | by ( ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +1 min
[1/6] Cricket - Ashes - Second Test - England v Australia - Lord's Cricket Ground, London, Britain - June 28, 2023 England's Ben Stokes tries to stop a just stop oil protester Action Images via Reuters/Matthew ChildsLONDON, June 28 (Reuters) - The first morning of the second Ashes test at Lord's was interrupted when two Just Stop Oil protesters ran on to the ground and scattered orange powder on the outfield, before one was carried off by England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow. Bairstow picked up one of the men and carried him off the field before dropping him to the ground outside the boundary markers. Ground staff cleared the powder and play resumed after a delay of around five minutes. "We are aware of protesters on the Lord’s Cricket Ground pitch today. Just Stop Oil protesters have disrupted other sporting events in England this year, including the Premiership Rugby final and the World Snooker Championship.
Persons: Ben Stokes, Matthew Childs, Jonny Bairstow, England's James Anderson, David Warner, Bairstow, Ed Osmond, Christian Radnedge Organizations: England, Matthew Childs LONDON, Police, Metropolitan Police, Twitter, Premiership Rugby, Thomson Locations: London, Britain, Australia, England
Lord's Cricket Ground, London CNN —Just Stop Oil protesters disrupted the first day of the second Ashes Test as one England cricketer carried an activist to the boundary. The protesters had emerged from the Grand Stand and sprinted onto the pitch after just one over. However, they fell short in their efforts to reach the wicket, with one of them stopped by the intervention of England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow. England captain Ben Stokes also joined teammate Bairstow in halting the progress of the protestors as they tried to deposit orange powder. England captain Ben Stokes grabs a Just Stop Oil protester, during day one of the second Ashes Test cricket match at Lord's Cricket Ground.
Persons: Jonny Bairstow, Bairstow, Ben Stokes, Mike Egerton, , Guy Lavender, Organizations: London CNN, England, AP “ MCC, Marylebone Cricket Club’s, MCC, London’s Metropolitan Police, Australia, Edgbaston Locations: London, Australia, England, London’s, Birmingham
CNN —US Women’s National Team (USWNT) star Megan Rapinoe believes the upcoming 2023 Women’s World Cup will serve as the launching point for global business opportunities for the sport and beyond. Rapinoe predicts the tournament will serve as a game-changing event for women’s sport across the globe. It feels like this is a paradigm shift or a moment we’ll look back to and say ‘nothing was ever the same after this women’s World Cup,’ and what we’re going to be able to do. All bets on the women’s World Cup - I just think it’s going to be an incredible event.”Rapinoe celebrates having won the 2019 Women's World Cup. The Women’s World Cup runs from July 20 through August 20.
Persons: Megan Rapinoe, ” Rapinoe, Rapinoe, you’re, , Mikoaj Barbanell, USWNT, Organizations: CNN, US Women’s National, ” FIFA Locations: Carson , California, Australia, New Zealand, India
The second test of the 2023 Ashes begins today with Australia boasting an opening win against England in the first test last week. Hopefully, the weather will be a bit more settled this time, allowing us to show you how to watch the Ashes live stream online for free for the next five days of cricket live streams. In the UK, the Ashes live stream is behind a Sky Sports-shaped paywall, but we can help show you how to enjoy the same free live stream that the Aussies are getting. Watch The Ashes live stream for free from anywhereThe Ashes live stream is a premium event in most countries, meaning you'll need to sign up for a paid streaming service package to watch the Ashes online. Watch The Ashes for free.
Persons: you'll, ExpressVPN Organizations: England, Sky, Sports Locations: Australia
Jonny Bairstow of England removes a "Just Stop Oil" pitch invader during Day One of the Ashes 2nd Test match between England and Australia at Lord's Cricket Ground. The first morning of the second Ashes Test at Lord's was interrupted when Just Stop Oil protesters ran onto the ground and scattered orange powder on the outfield. England wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow carried one of the men off the field before ground staff cleared the pitch and play resumed after a delay of around five minutes. Three people have since been arrested, police said. Writing on Twitter, a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: "We are aware of protesters on the Lord's Cricket Ground pitch today, Wednesday, 28 June.
Persons: Jonny Bairstow, England's James Anderson, David Warner Organizations: England, Twitter, Metropolitan Police Locations: England, Australia
CNN —An independent report into the culture of cricket in England and Wales has found racism, class-based discrimination, elitism and sexism to be “widespread” and “deep rooted” in the sport. The “Holding a Mirror Up to Cricket” report was written by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) and received more than 4,400 responses to its call for evidence between oral and written submissions. … The decline in Black cricket in England and Wales has been well documented and subject to much public debate for many years. Regarding sexism, the report said: “Women are still seen as an ‘add on’ to the men’s game. “The apology should acknowledge that racism, sexism, elitism and class-based discrimination have existed, and still exist, in the game, and recognise the impact on victims of discrimination.
Persons: George Floyd, , Cindy Butts, Azeem Rafiq, Butts, Rafiq, Ben Stokes, Joe Root, Heather Knight, , Richard Thompson Organizations: CNN, Cricket, Independent Commission, Equity, Wales Cricket Board, Culture, Media, Sport Committee, England men’s, ECB, , England Women, England Locations: England, Wales,
England & Wales Cricket Board apologises over racism and sexism
  + stars: | 2023-06-26 | by ( ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +2 min
June 26 (Reuters) - (This June 26 story has been refiled to fix the spelling of 'apologises' in the headline)The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Monday apologised "unreservedly" to those who faced discrimination in the game after the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket (ICEC) released a report finding evidence of racism across the sport. The report found the cricket boards had failed to prevent "structural and institutional racism, sexism and class-based discrimination", and the ECB acknowledged the need for change. "Cricket should be a game for everyone, and we know that this has not always been the case. Powerful conclusions within the report also highlight that for too long women and Black people were neglected. Reporting by Pearl Josephine Nazare in Bengaluru; additional reporting by Angelica Medina Editing by Christian RadnedgeOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
Persons: Richard Thompson, Thompson, Clare Connor, Zahida Manzoor, Pete Ackerley, Ebony Rainford, Brent, Ron Kalifa, Richard Gould, Caroline Dinenage, Pearl Josephine Nazare, Angelica Medina, Christian Radnedge Organizations: Wales Cricket Board, Independent Commission, Equity, Cricket, ECB, Media, Sport, Thomson Locations: England, Bengaluru
MLB: London Series takes over the UK
  + stars: | 2023-06-26 | by ( Thomas Schlachter | ) edition.cnn.com   time to read: +8 min
The Cubs dominated the London Series opener storming home to a 9-1 victory. Daniel ShireyMLB Photos/Getty ImagesA UK twist“It’s a thrill to be here,” Cardinals fan Karen Asher-Relf told CNN Sport. “I think it’s awesome [the London Series], I love baseball and I’m slowly converting him,” said Karen. DeCap, a Cardinals fan, and Crain, a Cubs fan, flew over to the UK for a vacation that incorporated watching the game. Since the last London Series event, the MLB has introduced a pitch clock designed to make matches shorter – a far cry from the mammoth four hour and 42-minute game between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox during the 2019 London Series.
Persons: Jack, it’s, Daniel ShireyMLB, Karen Asher, Relf, Paul, Karen, didn’t, , , Paul’s, , Jimmy Anderson, Nathan Lyon of, Winston Churchill, King Henry VIII, Freddie Mercury, Churchill, Caroline ”, Neil Diamond, Henry VIII, Andrew Couldridge, John DeCap, Scot Crain, Crain, “ We’ve, ” Crain, DeCap, We’ve, Hector Echevarria, Echevarria, Louis, Lars Nootbaar, ” Willson Contreras, Louis Cardinals, Nick Offerman, Swanson, Offerman, Ron Swanson, John Goodman, Kate Long, I’ve, Zac Goodwin, Sadiq Khan, Rob Manfred Organizations: London, London CNN, Major League Baseball, Chicago Cubs, Louis Cardinals, Premier League soccer, West Ham United, Cubs, Cardinals, CNN Sport, King’s Guard, Guard, Covid, MLB, New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Soul Symphony, Recreation, Inc, , Philadelphia Phillies, New York Mets Locations: London, British, St, Louis , Missouri, Nathan Lyon of Australia, Toronto, Canada
[1/2] Supporters of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan block a highway, during a protest against his arrest, in Karachi, Pakistan May 9, 2023. REUTERS/Akhtar Soomro/File PhotoISLAMABAD, June 26 (Reuters) - Pakistan's army has sacked three senior officers, including a lieutenant general, for failing to prevent violent attacks on military assets by ex-prime minister Imran Khan's supporters protesting his arrest, the army's spokesperson said on Monday. He also declined to name the senior officers who had been fired. Human rights groups have raised concerns about military trials of civilians in Pakistan that they say cannot ensure a fair defence. Chaudhry added that several relatives, including women, of senior army officers were also facing trials for allegedly being facilitators of the violence.
Persons: Imran Khan, Akhtar Soomro, Imran Khan's, Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, Chaudhry, Asif Shahzad, Shilpa Jamkhandikar, Toby Chopra, Christina Fincher, Mark Heinrich Our Organizations: REUTERS, Thomson Locations: Karachi, Pakistan, ISLAMABAD, Rawalpindi
On one of the first voyages, 492 Caribbean islanders onboard the HMT Empire Windrush arrived in the UK on June 22, 1948. That generation of immigrants became the namesake of that ship, and their arrival date is now celebrated as Windrush Day. However, Cole says racist abuse and a lack of acknowledgement for his achievements meant that in adulthood, he recognized his father was right. Speaking on the inevitability of racist abuse that Black footballers face when missing penalties Andy outlined, “I think we’re just waiting, okay, what’s happening on social media? A clinical striker in his playing career, maybe one day Andy can transfer his wealth of knowledge to the boardroom.
Persons: Andy Cole, , Darren Lewis, Cole reminisced, ” Andy, Windrush, Cole’s, Cole, Douglas Miller, ” Cole, Norma Gregory, Lincoln, , Caribbeans, Mark Leech, Andy, Devante, George Wood, Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, Vinícius, Romelu, Tom Jenkins, Vinicius Organizations: CNN, League, Champions League, CNN’s, Commonwealth, Caribbean, Hulton, Coal Miners, Heritage, English League, Barnsley, English, England, Inter Milan, FIFA, UEFA, Italy, Real Locations: Britain, Nottingham, Jamaica, Commonwealth, Runnymede, British, England, Real Madrid, Italian, Brazil, European
Perhaps no two in the group were closer, though, than the cousins, Mr. Wazir and Mr. Salam. The youngest of seven brothers, Mr. Wazir earned a reputation as a rambunctious student who made friends easily. Mr. Salam was quieter, but gained fame in the regional cricket league, where he earned the nickname “Jayasuriya” — after a famous Sri Lankan cricketer. Mr. Wazir left for Saudi Arabia, seeking work as a day laborer. Mr. Salam submitted military enlistment papers, encouraged by his father, a retired low-ranking officer.
Persons: Muhammad Yasir, Muhammad Aslam, Shifaat Ali, Wazir, Salam, “ Jayasuriya ” — Organizations: league Locations: Bandli, Europe, Libya, Sri, Saudi Arabia
Morning Bid: Nevermind the cricket, here's inflation
  + stars: | 2023-06-21 | by ( ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +2 min
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom WestbrookBritish inflation figures this morning could take traders' minds off England's cricket defeat, should they show the slowdown that economists are hoping for. But a bit the questions Australia's comeback at Edgbaston has asked about England's aggressive new cricketing style, an upside inflation surprise can upset the policy outlook. In Asia, China's slowdown and the lack of big-bang stimulus had markets on the slide. Later on Wednesday, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell appears before the U.S. Congress where he will be quizzed about policymakers' projections for two more interest rate hikes this year. Key developments that could influence markets on Wednesday:British inflation dataFed Chair Jerome Powell speaksReporting by Tom Westbrook; Editing by Jacqueline WongOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
Persons: Tom Westbrook, Joe Biden, Antony Blinken's, Jerome Powell, Jacqueline Wong Organizations: Reuters, Bank of England, Edgbaston, U.S, U.S . Congress, Thomson Locations: Asia, California, China
CNN —Australia managed to steal victory from England’s in the first game of the 2023 Ashes series on Tuesday and take the first bragging rights in cricket’s biggest rivalry. Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesCaptain fantasticUp against ‘Bazball’ stood Australia and a more traditional style of Test match cricket. “This is why the ‘Bazball’ mentality is so important because they are coming up against an incredibly good team,” Miller said after England’s loss. “These guys ripped England apart in the last Ashes 4-0 and England were lucky to lose 4-0. The second game of the five game series will begin on Wednesday, June 28 at the famous cricket ground Lord’s in London.
Persons: Pat Cummins, , Ben Stokes, Brendon ‘ Baz ’ McCullum, , Stokes, Joe Root’s, Joe Root, Stu Forster, Andrew Miller, CNN Sport’s Don Riddell, McCullum’s, “ It’s, Baz McCullum, ” Miller, Phillip Hughes, let’s, ‘ We’ve, “ We’re, haven’t, ” Ben Stokes, Ryan Pierse, ‘ Bazball ’, Cummins, , Nathan Lyon, Lyon, Australia's Nathan Lyon, Geoff Caddick, Miller, McCullum, Mike Egerton, we’re, “ We’ve Organizations: CNN — Australia, Edgbaston Cricket, England, Getty, CNN, McCullum’s New Zealand, New, India, Australia Locations: England’s, Birmingham, Australia, England, New Zealand, Australian, AFP, London
CNN —Welcoming Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House this week for a state visit – the most elevated form of American diplomacy – will require President Joe Biden to make certain trade-offs. Yet Modi and India, the world’s largest democracy, also represent a lynchpin in Biden’s strategy in Asia. That, according to officials, was the rationale behind inviting Modi for a state visit, only the third of Biden’s presidency so far. The two leaders will hold a joint news conference – something virtually every state visit over the past two decades has featured – but that was only agreed upon after lengthy, delicate negotiations between the two sides. “We’re just grateful that Prime Minister Modi is going to be participating in a press event at the end of the visit.
Persons: Narendra Modi, Joe Biden, Modi, He’s, India’s, Biden, “ We’re, John Kirby, Jake Sullivan, New Delhi’s, ” Sullivan, , Barack Obama, Xi Jinping, Donald Trump, Howdy Modi, Emmanuel Macron, Rahul Gandhi, Modi’s, he’s, Pramila, Sen, Chris Van Hollen, Jayapal, ” Modi, Rashida, Ilhan Omar, Alexandria Ocasio, Sullivan, , It’s, Russia can’t, Xi, ” Biden Organizations: CNN, Indian, White, Office, National Security, Indian Embassy, White House, Trump, Bharatiya Janata Party, BJP, Rep, Democrat, Maryland Democrat, Reps, State Department Locations: India, Asia, China, Beijing, Ukraine, New, United States, America, Houston, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Washington, Maryland, Alexandria, Cortez, Russia
Cummins the hero as Australia edge England in Ashes thriller
  + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( ) www.reuters.com   time to read: +5 min
Unflappable Australia opening batsman Usman Khawaja had earlier kept his team on course for victory with a gritty innings to edge the visitors towards the target. But in a barn-storming match full of momentum shifts, the pendulum swung England's way when Khawaja was bowled by England skipper Ben Stokes for 65. When Joe Root held a caught and bowled chance to remove Alex Carey, England seemed to be close to victory. But Cummins refused to buckle, hitting Root's off-spin for two sixes in one over as England delayed taking the new ball. England had Australia in a straight-jacket with Khawaja and Travis Head unable to score.
Persons: Australia's Usman Khawaja, Cameron, Paul Childs BIRMINGHAM, Pat Cummins, Cummins, Nathan Lyon, Harry Brook, Usman Khawaja, Khawaja, Ben Stokes, Joe Root, Alex Carey, Root's, Lyon, Stokes, Scott Bolan, Broad, Steve Smith, Jonny Bairstow, Travis, Moeen Ali, Root, Cameron Green, Green, Ollie Robinson, Carey, Martyn Herman, Christian Radnedge, Ken Ferris, Toby Davis Organizations: England, Edgbaston, Cummins, Australia, Thomson Locations: Edgbaston, Birmingham, Britain, England, Australia, Lord's, Lyon
If you want to know how to watch The Ashes live stream for free, we can help you get set up in just a few clicks. See also: How to watch the US Open golf live stream for freeToday's best free Ashes live stream comes from Australia, but if you're not over there, you must use a VPN (virtual private network) to access that particular streaming option like a local. Watch The Ashes live stream for free from anywhereThe Ashes live stream is a premium event in most countries, meaning you'll need to sign up for a paid streaming service package to watch the Ashes online. If you try to watch from outside Australia, you'll be hit by a geo-block. Watch The Ashes for free.
Persons: you'll, ExpressVPN Organizations: England, Sports Locations: Australia
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Persons: Messi, you'll, ExpressVPN Organizations: MLS, Fox Sports, England, US, Watch Malta, Malta Locations: Malta, England
The big news ahead of one of the most eagerly anticipated Ashes series in many years, as in-form, attacking England take on World Test Champions Australia, came from the tourists, as they replaced Mitchell Starc with Josh Hazlewood in their bowling attack. Fifteen wins from their previous 17 test matches has home support dreaming of a first Ashes series win since 2015. The England dressing room roared its approval, as England gave a sign that their attacking principles, even in an Ashes series, would remain the same. It was in stark contrast to the first ball of the last Ashes series, when Starc clean bowled England opener Rory Burns, ahead of Australia’s rampant 4-0 success. This time around, the early signs are that England are in much better shape.
Persons: Zak Crawley, Crawley, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Stokes, Eric Hollies, Rory Burns, Peter Hall, Toby Davis Organizations: Australia, Edgbaston, England, Crawley, Cummins, Thomson Locations: BIRMINGHAM, England, Birmingham, Australia
MELBOURNE, June 16 (Reuters) - Australia's peak sports authority has recommended testosterone limits for transgender athletes seeking to compete in elite female competitions as part of guidelines on inclusion released on Friday. The 'Transgender & Gender-Diverse Inclusion Guidelines for HP (high-performance) Sport' recommends transgender athletes have plasma testosterone levels of less than 2.5 nanomoles per litre for two years prior to competition. Transgender inclusion in female competition has become one of the most contentious and divisive issues in sport. Australia's guidelines come months after the national basketball federation rejected a transgender athlete's application to play in a semi-professional league, drawing criticism from LGBTI groups. Eligibility requirements for transgender athletes in elite female competition vary broadly in Australian sports.
Persons: Ian Ransom, Peter Rutherford Organizations: MELBOURNE, Australian Sports Commission, HP, AIS, Australian Institute of Sport, ASC, rugby, Australian Football League, Australian Rules, Cricket Australia, Thomson Locations: Melbourne
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