Despite the huge, and growing, popularity of cricket, the origins of both the sport and the name ‘cricket’ are still disputed. Surely cricket is English in origin? Perhaps, but it is not...

Most fans of Premier League teams know that getting hold of tickets to see their heroes play is tough. Tickets to the biggest games in football are like gold dust and fans looking to take in the...

The 'squared circle' is one of the most common names used in the boxing community when talking about the ring. Whilst the layout of boxing rings has changed largely over time, the name has maintained...

Since the dawn of humanity, hand-to-hand combat existed in different shapes and form. In modern times, professional boxing was perceived as the rightful heir to ancient gladiator sports - at least...

Premier League pitches are looked upon with envy compared to some of the grounds lower down the football pyramid. If you've ever dabbled in some Sunday League football you will have played on your...

Captains have become a vital position in modern-day football, with many of the game's greatest ever players donning the armband for club and country. From legends like Johan Cruyff and Roy Keane...