Bresnan left out by England
England left seamer Tim Bresnan out of their team for the first Investec Test against New Zealand at Lord's.
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Voyce announces retirement
Former England wing Tom Voyce has announced his retirement from rugby.
O'Driscoll decides to play on
Brian O'Driscoll will continue to play for Ireland and Leinster next season after agreeing a new one-year deal with the Irish Rugby Football Union.
Pochettino backing for Cortese
Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed he will follow Nicola Cortese out of the club should the executive chairman leave.
Honda to make F1 return
Honda is set to return to Formula One in 2015 after confirming a partnership with McLaren as engine supplier.
Hunt given Commonwealth role
Former British Olympic Association chief executive Andy Hunt has been appointed special advisor to the board of Commonwealth Games England.
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