Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager John Hughes has signed a new two-year contract extension with the club.

The former Falkirk and Hibs boss has been with the Highland club since December 2013 and steered them to Scottish Cup glory last season.

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Mike Phillips, Wales' most-capped scrum-half, has announced his retirement from international rugby.

The 33-year-old Racing 92 player has played in 99 Tests - 94 for Wales and five for the British and Irish Lions.

He scored nine tries for his country and was a key member of the teams that won the Six Nations title in 2013 and Grand Slams in 2008 and 2012.

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Great Britain's men are currently in action against Belgium in their last pool game at the World League Final - they're currently lead 3-2 with 5 minutes left in the third quarter. 

Now that you've seen all the 12 nominees, how do you vote?

You can register to vote now for Sports Personality of the Year. The actual voting itself only opens during the live programme on 20 December.

You can only vote once, but registering now will mean you can also vote for the Overseas Sports Personality of the Year award which is currently open.

You will also be able to vote by landline and mobile, but you will be charged 15p, plus the standard call charges. Full terms and conditions here.

So register now and get ready to decide the winner of the 2015 Sports Personality of the Year.

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Chris Goldsmith: Great to see Max Whitlock nominated for SPOTY. GB Gymnasts are world class these days. WORLD CLASS!

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I believe this is what is known these days as a 'humblebrag'...

We're asking why you think Max Whitlock should be Sports Personality of the Year...

Janet Georgiou: Max Whitlock should be #SPOTY! UK was rubbish at gymnastics - always - compared to top nations. He's our FIRST EVER gymnastics world champion.

Rowena: Would love Max Whitlock to win #SPOTY, such great achievements at Worlds.

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Wales were denied a second consecutive win in Euro 2017 qualifying as they conceded a late equaliser in a 2-2 draw with Israel.

Manchester City's Natasha Harding scored two second-half goals as Jayne Ludlow's side came from behind, but they were undone by an 83rd minute goal from Rachel Shelina.

The point leaves Israel third in Group 8, with four points.

Last but by no means least, it is time for the last of the 12 SPOTY contenders for 2015.

Why do you think world gymnastics champion Max Whitlock should win Sports Personality of the Year? 

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You can find out more about all 12 contenders for the award on the BBC Sport website.

Paul Rainford: The most successful Captain in the game, an absolute gent, a true professional and the perfect role model.

Nathan G: It takes a special player to be an international captain but even more special to win a domestic treble clean sweep 

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Bolton Wanderers advisor Trevor Birch has described the club’s plight as ‘increasingly perilous’.

Bolton are bottom of the Championship and it was confirmed yesterday their players have not been paid. Birch says the players are ‘upbeat and committed’.

He says negotiations over a takeover are continuing but the conditions needed to complete a deal are yet to be met. Owner Eddie Davies is not believed to be willing to fund the club any longer.

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Elliott Charles: Topped off by this year's treble winning season, Sinfield is one of Rugby League's greatest ever players, and a great man too

Carl: Most opposition fans & players would agree he is a true legend of the sport and fantastic role model.

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With Inverurie Loco Works having just conceded an 89th-minute goal to League Two table-toppers Annan Athletic, which left them trailing 4-3 at home in the third round of the Scottish Cup, it was time for the Highland League team's midfield maestro Neil McLean to do something special to earn a replay as you can see from this video on the BBC Sport website.  

Indian cricket authorities face a fine of up to $15,000 (£9,950) after the pitch used for the third Test between India and South Africa in Nagpur was rated as "poor" by match referee Jeff Crowe.

Forty wickets fell in three days at the VCA Stadium as India beat South Africa by 124 runs with more than two days to spare in the low-scoring contest to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the four-match series.

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The report has been forwarded to the Indian cricket board (BCCI), which now has 14 days to respond. After that, ICC general manager of cricket Geoff Allardice and chief match referee Ranjan Madugalle will rule whether the pitch was poor and whether it warrants a penalty.   

Rugby League gets its first ever nomination for SPOTY this year.

Why do you think Leeds Rhinos treble-winning captain Kevin Sinfield should win Sports Personality of the Year? 

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You can find out more about all 12 contenders for the award on the BBC Sport website.

Jonathan Mumble: Greg Rutherford will be getting my vote! For a man who does his best to lift off it, he's always so down to earth and happy!

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We're asking why you think Greg Rutherford should be Sports Personality of the Year

Jim Hearson: Holds all 4 major titles plus the Diamond League. He lost sponsorship, but built his own long jump pit in his garden, and he has personality!

Rebecca Hessel: Greg Rutherford deserves it. He's won everything!! Warm & funny in interviews, and he's awesome at jumping far!

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