News about Gavin Hastings

Sir Ian Botham, a legend in cricket, is selling coveted souvenirs from his career for £150,000. He's selling more than 240 souvenirs, including the stump (below inset) after winning the 1981 Ashes series with a stunning Headingley victory. He is also selling the legendary red cricket ball (bottom right) and he inspired England to win in the upcoming test match at Edgbaston.

Doddie Weir's wife has expressed her gratitude for her family's 'overwhelming' support ahead of the former Scotland international and charity fundraiser's memorial service. Hundreds of people from the rugby union and elsewhere have descended on Melrose Parish Church, which overlooks the Borders town's rugby club, where Weir won three Scottish titles in the early 1990s. "We would like to thank everyone who has been so generous over the past two weeks," Kathy Weir said in a tweet. We've been overwhelmed by the numerous messages we've received from around the world as a family.' They have brought a lot of joy to me and the boys.'