Sterling is on the rise in Oman

CAPTAIN Paul Stirling led from the front as Ireland secured a 15-run victory over hosts Oman in their T20 Quadrangular Series opener. Stirling (above) hit 71 off 51 balls to help the tourists set a total of 159 for five in the opening session.

ANTHONY Joshua will make his US debut at New York’s Madison Square Garden on June 1. Joshua’s latest defence of his WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO world heavyweight titles will be against Brooklyn’s own Jarrell Big Baby Miller. The return of boxing’s crown jewel to the arena will ensure a nostalgic atmosphere on Broadway.