Sean O’Malley, the current UFC bantamweight champion, is set to defend his championship against Merab Dvalishvili in the main event of Noche UFC at The Sphere in Las Vegas this weekend. With the event being highly anticipated due to its massive production budget and being hailed as „the greatest sporting event of all time“ by
The recent 1-1 draw between the United States men’s national team and New Zealand left fans disappointed, yet hopeful for the start of a new era under Mauricio Pochettino. Despite controlling the match and taking the lead with an impressive goal by Christian Pulisic, the USMNT once again faltered in closing out the game, conceding
The NBA has recently announced an expansion of the permissible scope of coach’s challenge reviews on out-of-bounds plays. This new change allows for a foul to be assessed shortly after the fact if it should have been called on the play. This decision was approved by the league’s Board of Governors in New York, following
In a momentous game for the Detroit Tigers, rookie pitcher Keider Montero delivered a stellar performance, leading his team to an impressive 11-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies. Montero, in just his 14th major league start, managed to pitch nine shutout innings, a feat not achieved by a Tigers pitcher since Spencer Turnbull’s no-hitter in
The Phoenix Suns are currently in the midst of a legal battle with a former employee, Andrea Trischan, who alleges discrimination and wrongful termination. Trischan, who held the position of program manager of diversity, equity, and inclusion, filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the civil rights division of the Arizona
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver recently addressed the topic of expansion during a meeting with the league’s board of governors. While there wasn’t much discussion on the matter in this particular meeting, Silver mentioned that it would be addressed at some point during the current season. This lack of immediate focus on expansion is not due
Martina Trevisan emerged victorious against eighth-seeded Caroline Dolehide with a convincing 6-3, 6-2 win at the Guadalajara Open. This victory marked a significant moment for Trevisan, as she had previously lost to Dolehide in the quarterfinals a year ago. Trevisan expressed her satisfaction with the win, stating, „Today I came to the court with a
The Los Angeles Dodgers faced a tough loss against the Chicago Cubs, but amidst the disappointment, there was a glimmer of hope in the return of Yoshinobu Yamamoto. After a three-month hiatus due to a strained rotator cuff, Yamamoto made a strong comeback, showcasing his remarkable pitching skills. In his four innings of work, he
The United States Men’s National Soccer Team recently faced New Zealand in a friendly match that ended in a disappointing 1-1 tie. This match took place just after the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach, giving insight into the challenges that interim coach Mikey Varas faced. Pulisic, the star player for the
The Los Angeles Lakers have decided to pay tribute to the iconic Jerry West by honoring his No. 44 jersey for the entirety of the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season. This announcement serves as a fitting tribute to a man who dedicated his entire 14-year Hall of Fame career to the Lakers franchise. Jerry West’s impact
Conor McGregor’s much-anticipated return to the UFC has been postponed once again, with UFC CEO Dana White announcing that McGregor will not be stepping back into the Octagon until early 2025. This news comes after McGregor was forced to pull out of a scheduled fight against Michael Chandler in June due to injury, and despite
The World Anti-Doping Agency is currently mulling over whether or not to appeal the decision that exonerated US Open champion Jannik Sinner of any wrongdoing in relation to his positive steroid tests. The agency has a three-week window to come to a conclusion regarding this matter. The rules outlined in the World Anti-Doping Code stipulate
Orlando Pride maintained their lead in the Shield race after a 1-0 victory over Chicago. Marta’s goal secured the win, making it the team’s sixth consecutive win. Additionally, the Pride became the first team to qualify for the playoffs. This impressive performance solidifies their spot at the top of the rankings. Trinity Rodman’s goal helped
Kevin De Bruyne, the captain of the Belgium national team, expressed his frustration after a 2-0 loss to France in their Nations League match. He criticized his teammates, citing numerous mistakes that were made during the game. De Bruyne’s visible frustration on the field was evident, and he did not hold back in his comments
In a recent game against the Miami Marlins, Pirates‘ rookie pitcher Paul Skenes made history by setting a franchise record for strikeouts by a rookie. The 22-year-old right-hander struck out nine batters over six solid innings, bringing his season total to 151. This remarkable achievement not only showcases Skenes’ talent but also sets him apart
French soccer player, Wissam Ben Yedder, found himself in legal trouble over the weekend as he was taken into custody on charges of „sexual assault in a state of inebriation.“ The judicial official informed The Associated Press about his arrest and the subsequent upcoming trial. It was reported that Ben Yedder was released after his
Sidney Crosby, the captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins, hinted that a contract extension is on the horizon. While the exact date of the signing remains unknown, Crosby expressed confidence that the deal will be sealed before the team kicks off the upcoming season. This announcement was made during the NHL/NHLPA player media tour in Las
A recent civil lawsuit filed in Houston has once again brought Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson under scrutiny, this time for allegations of sexual assault and battery that took place in October 2020 when he was still a member of the Houston Texans. The lawsuit, filed by a woman identified as „Jane Doe“ in court
Antony, the Brazilian winger, has found himself in a tough spot at Manchester United. Despite interest from Fenerbahce, managed by Jose Mourinho, Antony is determined to stay at Old Trafford. Sources have revealed that he is eager to feature more regularly in the games, especially after playing only one minute in the team’s first three
The US Open has always been a tournament that brings significant changes to the ATP rankings, and this year was no different. Men’s champion Jannik Sinner solidified his position as the No. 1 player in the world after defeating Taylor Fritz in the final. Sinner’s dominant performance not only secured his status as the top
Jose Zepeda showcased his boxing skills and power in his recent fight against Ivan Redkach. From the first round, it was evident that Zepeda was in control of the fight. His precise and powerful left hooks to the body had Redkach on the canvas, struggling to continue. Zepeda’s patience and strategy paid off as he
The Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott have made history with their newly agreed upon contract extension. At four years and $240 million, this deal solidifies Prescott as the highest-paid player in NFL history. Not only that, but the star quarterback will remain in a Cowboys uniform through the 2028 season. This groundbreaking agreement includes an
Demetrious „Mighty Mouse“ Johnson, a legendary figure in the world of mixed martial arts, has officially announced his retirement. With an illustrious career spanning both the UFC and ONE Championship, Johnson has solidified his place as one of the greatest fighters of all time. His decision to hang up the gloves comes after a remarkable
The recent announcement of former NBA star Gary Payton Sr. as the new head coach of the College of Alameda men’s basketball team has brought a wave of excitement and optimism to the school. With a stellar career both as a player and a coach, Payton is seen as a transformative figure who can elevate
The Boston Red Sox made a significant move by activating Trevor Story off the 60-day injured list before their game against the Chicago White Sox. Story had been dealing with a shoulder injury that required surgery after a diving attempt on April 5 against Anaheim. His return to the lineup was much anticipated after a
The funeral for John and Matthew Gaudreau has been scheduled for Monday at a church in suburban Philadelphia, and the driver charged with killing them remains in jail awaiting his next court appearance. The memorial service for the Gaudreau brothers is set to take place at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, Pennsylvania. The
The New York Mets‘ Jeff McNeil recently suffered a devastating blow to his season when he fractured his right wrist after being hit by a pitch from Cincinnati’s Brandon Williamson. Despite initially feeling minimal pain from the impact, an MRI revealed a small fracture that will sideline McNeil for the remainder of the regular season.
Shohei Ohtani showcased his undeniable talent once again as he hit his 46th home run of the season, tying his career-high in a game against the Cleveland Guardians. The first-pitch temperature of 103 degrees at Dodger Stadium posed a significant challenge for both teams, but it did not deter Ohtani from delivering a remarkable 450-foot