In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week

In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week
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BBC Sport and Getty Images present a selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.

A cricket bat is seen mid-air between two players during a tense moment on the field. One player in white bowling attire reacts energetically, while the batter in white gear and a dark helmet walks forward, holding their gloves up. A packed stadium crowd forms a blurred backdrop to the action.
A cricket match scene showing a bowler and several fielders celebrating a dismissal, with arms raised in excitement. The batter stands near the stumps, holding their head in disappointment. The umpire watches from behind the play, and players in white uniforms are spread across the field on a bright, sunny day.
A cricket player in white kit walks on the field raising their bat and helmet in celebration, acknowledging the cheering crowd in the background. The stadium is full, and a scoreboard display behind them shows “100 Runs,” indicating a milestone achievement.
A skier in a blue racing suit and helmet speeds downhill during an alpine skiing event, leaning into a turn while passing an orange gate flag. The skier’s poles are angled outward, and snow sprays up from the skis as they carve through the course. A forested background is softly out of focus behind the action.
A snowboarder performs an inverted aerial trick high above a crowd of spectators, holding a white board with bold lettering while spinning upside down. The audience below, bundled in winter clothing and helmets, watches the jump against an overcast sky.
A silhouetted skier performs an aerial trick against a deep blue evening sky, captured mid‑jump above a snowy slope. Rugged, sunlit mountain peaks frame the background, glowing in warm tones as the skier’s form contrasts sharply with the darkening landscape.
A skier in a bright orange suit performs a dramatic inverted aerial maneuver against a clear blue sky, with skis pointed upward and one arm extended toward the ground. The sun shines intensely behind the athlete, creating a burst of light and lens flares across the image.
A football player in a blue and black kit sprints forward while an opponent in red slides in from the ground, attempting to tackle the ball. The action takes place on a brightly lit pitch with a packed stadium crowd blurred in the background.
A football player in a white kit leaps into the air with a clenched fist in celebration, surrounded by teammates as they react to a goal. Opponents in red and the stadium crowd fill the background under bright match lighting.
A person on the touchline swings a black jacket dramatically through the air in a moment of intense celebration, with a packed stadium crowd cheering in the background.
A dramatic low-angle view from inside the goal shows an ice hockey goaltender in white and teal gear fully stretched out, glove extended, attempting to block a puck that flies past the crease. Players scramble around the net as the arena lights shine overhead and the crowd watches intensely from the stands.
An American football player in a dark navy uniform is diving forward while holding the ball tightly, being tackled by an opposing player in a green and yellow uniform. The action takes place near the end zone on a grassy field, with a blurred crowd in the background.
An American football player wearing a teal jersey with the number 10 and a helmet featuring a dolphin logo emerges through thick white smoke, creating a dramatic entrance scene. The smoke surrounds the player almost completely, with only parts of the jersey and helmet visible.
An overhead view of a basketball game shows three players near the hoop. One player in a white and gold uniform is attempting a shot while being closely defended by a player in a red uniform. Another player in red is positioned nearby, looking toward the action. The basketball is just above the rim, and the dark blue court contrasts with the players’ bright uniforms.
A lively crowd at an indoor darts event with bright green lighting and large banners overhead. In the foreground, a person dressed in a retro sports outfit with a white tank top and red shorts stands on a table holds a sign. The table is covered with numerous cups and pitchers of drinks. The background shows a packed audience cheering and waving signs, creating a festive atmosphere.
A darts player wearing a multicolored shirt featuring green, white, black, and red panels stands on stage with a clenched fist, appearing to celebrate. The shirt displays several logos, including “CHO CHOO!” and “WINMAU.” The background shows a large illuminated “PP” sign and a blurred screen projection of the player.
Silhouettes of two people are seen through a triangular opening, with one person holding a golf club as if preparing to swing. The background features a dramatic cloudy sky with rays of sunlight breaking through, illuminating the ocean horizon below. The scene is framed by dark geometric shapes, creating a striking contrast between the bright sky and the shadowed foreground.
Two badminton players are on a bright red court during a doubles match. One player is standing near the net, holding a racket and appearing ready to return a shot, while the other player is lying on the court with a racket in hand, seemingly after a dive. The court markings and the word “HANGZHOU” are visible on the surface.
A tattooed boxer stands inside a boxing ring wearing bright red shorts with yellow flames and the name “PAUL” printed on the waistband. The boxer has yellow gloves and is shirtless, showing extensive tattoos on the chest and arms. A referee in a light blue shirt is positioned nearby, and several spectators and photographers are visible in the background outside the ring.

All photographs licensed by Getty Images and subject to copyright.

Take a look at last week’s gallery and come back next Tuesday for more great sport photos of the week.

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