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A fighter nicknamed 'Muscle Hamster' drafted in as late-notice replacement, a flyweight title fight and emotional farewell to a legend... the must-see match-ups at UFC 290 this weekend
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06/07/23 08:00
International Fight Week is always one to circle in the calendar and the 2023 edition is no different, with Alexander Volkanovski taking centre stage. The featherweight champion takes on unpredictable Mexican Yair Rodriguez in the main event in Las Vegas on Saturday night. But the main card and pre-lims are stacked with high quality match-ups well worth watching. Brandon Moreno and Alexandre Pantoja compete for the flyweight belt in the co-main event, while middleweight contenders Robert Whittaker and Dricus du Plessis look to set up a showdown with Israel Adesanya....read
UFC fighter Sean Strickland says 'women should be back in the kitchen' and 'taken out the workforce', as American makes sexist comments in bizarre press conference
29/06/23 03:47UFC fighter Sean Strickland made a string of sexist and misogynistic remarks, saying 'we need to take women out of the workforce' and 'put them back in the kitchen.Daniel Cormier insists it 'would not add up' for old rival Jon Jones to win Fighter of the Year award, after he was nominated despite only one victory over Ciryl Gane so far
29/06/23 10:23Daniel Cormier insists his old rival Jon Jones should not win Fighter of the Year without at least one more win. Jones came back in spectacular fashion after three years out of action.Kevin Lee blasts 'STUPID' decision to keep hosting events at UFC APEX facility without fans and tells his paymasters: 'The pandemic is over... I don't know what we're doing here'
29/06/23 09:16Kevin Lee hit out at the 'stupid' decision made by the UFC to keep holding events at the APEX. The cage at UFC headquarters was useful during the pandemic.Undefeated rising star Shavkat Rakhmonov will face Kelvin Gastelum in UFC welterweight clash, as they prepare to lock horns on September 16
29/06/23 08:04Undefeated rising star Shavkat Rakhmonov will take on Kelvin Gastelum in his next fight on September 16. The Kazakh fighter has finished every one of his five opponents.James Maddison is having his medical at Tottenham, with a £45m deal in place after agreeing a £170,000-a-week deal with the Leicester and England midfielder
28/06/23 01:31The initial fee is understood to be in the region of £40million according to reports, with add-ons taking the deal to £45m, as Mail Sport reported on Tuesday night.Alexander Volkanovski claims UFC 290 challenger Yair Rodriguez is 'a much bigger threat' than Ilia Topuria, but admits Georgian is 'great' emerging force at featherweight
28/06/23 11:17Alexander Volkanovski hailed Ilia Topuria as 'great' but sees upcoming opponent Yair Rodriguez as a bigger threat. Topuria is the coming force at featherweight.Dricus du Plessis insists he 'manhandled' Israel Adesanya in sparring as a 19-year-old and denies UFC middleweight rival's claim he was 'messed up' in stand-up battle
28/06/23 10:17Dricus du Plessis claims he 'manhandled' Israel Adesanya in sparring when he was 19. 'Stylebender' originally spoke about sparring Du Plessis and said he dominated the stand-up.Michael Chandler still believes Conor McGregor clash WILL happen this year despite Irishman missing drug testing deadline, as he suggests 'an exemption could be on the table'
28/06/23 08:29Michael Chandler still believes he will fight Conor McGregor this year, despite the Irishman failing to enroll in the US Anti-Doping Agency testing pool.Leicester 'accept offer for James Maddison from Tottenham', with England midfielder set for medical ahead of £170,000-a-week deal
28/06/23 07:19Leicester have 'a verbal agreement with Tottenham for James Maddison', with the England midfielder set for a medical. Maddison has already agreed terms of £170,000-a-week at Spurs.Sadio Mane breaks his silence on PUNCHING team-mate Leroy Sane last season - and reveals his plans for what he wants this summer as Bayern Munich name him on a seven-man transfer list
28/06/23 06:10Sadio Mane has broken his silence on the extraordinary scrap with Leroy Sane last season. He was fined £250,000 by the club - the biggest in their history - and given a ban.Newcastle Fixtures Premier League 2023-24: Magpies face brutal August with games against Manchester City and Liverpool after Aston Villa clash in home opener
15/06/23 08:00Newcastle begin their Premier League campaign with a home game against Unai Emery's Aston Villa and face a tough opening month with games against Man City and Liverpool.Nottingham Forest Fixtures Premier League 2023-24: Steve Cooper's side face nightmare start with Arsenal opener then Man United, Chelsea and Man City in first six games
15/06/23 08:00Nottingham Forest face a hugely difficult start to the season, with Arsenal away in their Premier League opener before clashes against Man City, Man United and Chelsea in the first six weeks.'The BMF title? I don't want this s**t': Islam Makhachev urges Dana White to ditch 'belt for the bums' and predicts Dustin Poirier will beat Justin Gaethje
14/06/23 12:39Islam Makhachev has blasted the 's**t' BMF title and urged Dana White to stop using the belt many regard as a gimmick. Justin Gaethje is fighting Dustin Poirier for the belt.'I'd love to keep her around, but I'm happy for her': Dana White admits losing Amanda Nunes is a blow for the UFC but is 'not shocked' by retirement
14/06/23 11:24Dana White has admitted it is a major blow for the UFC to lose Amanda Nunes, but insists he is happy for the 'incredible champion' to retire if that's what she wants.John Gotti III is hit with six-month ban for sparking brawl after Floyd Mayweather exhibition bout, with grandson of notorious mob boss paying price for mayhem in Florida
14/06/23 10:09John Gotti III has been hit with a six month ban for sparking a post-fight brawl after his boxing match against Floyd Mayweather. His exhibition fight with Floyd Mayweather descended into chaos.'Close your eyes, feel where the pain is... and then just f***ing get rid of it': Conor McGregor reveals BIZARRE technique to visualise injuries away
14/06/23 10:05Conor McGregor has given an insight into his unusual pain management strategy, which involves pretending to throw the problem out of the body. He spoke passionately about a technique he uses.Francis Ngannou claims Dana White has no chance of convincing Tyson Fury to fight Jon Jones in MMA... as ex-UFC champ reveals he could make boxing debut against Deontay Wilder this year
14/06/23 08:11Francis Ngannou doubts Dana White could ever convince Tyson Fury to fight in MMA. Ngannou, who left the UFC as a free agent to pursue boxing matches, has been in talks with Deontay Wilder.Kylian Mbappe takes swipe at PSG for 'shortcomings' and the 'bad news' of Lionel Messi exit, with French superstar explaining reasons behind rejecting new deal as he forces club into corner
14/06/23 05:46Kylian Mbappe has launched another offensive against his club PSG, pointing to their 'shortcomings' and Lionel Messi's departure as reasons for his decision not to extend his contract.Justin Gaethje admits he expects to retire 'in the next three years', with 34-year-old UFC fan favourite planning to call time on career when he can no longer beat the best
01/06/23 11:47Justin Gaethje expects to retire from MMA in the next three years and is conscious of taking punishment for too long. He will keep going as long as he feels he can compete at the top.'I would pick Conor McGregor up like a shopping bag... he's so small compared to me': True Geordie hits back after UFC star's tirade calling podcaster 'a fat nobody' and 'oestrogen head'
01/06/23 10:00Conor McGregor's latest Twitter tirade - strangely targeted at podcaster True Geordie - has drawn a bullish response. True Geordie, real name Brian Davis, was branded 'a fat nobody'.'He's just tailor-made for being kicked all over the place': Conor McGregor warns Michael Chandler he'll 'wrap steel bar' in his surgically repaired leg around American in huge UFC comeback fight
01/06/23 08:49Conor McGregor believes Michael Chandler is the perfect opponent for him to 'kick all over the place'. 'Not only is it just a return - it's the greatest return in combat sports,' McGregor said'If he hits you, you're going to sleep': Francis Ngannou would have no chance against Deontay Wilder if ex-UFC champion fights American boxer, claims Terence Crawford
01/06/23 07:57Francis Ngannou has 'no chance' against Deontay Wilder and would be knocked out in a boxing match with the American, claims Terence Crawford.Is THIS the sign that it's all over for Mason Mount and Chelsea? Thiago Silva reacts to his impending exit with tearful emojis... as Brazilian makes his feelings clear, with Manchester United ready to seal a move for £85m-rated star
01/06/23 07:04Thiago Silva has made his feeling crystal clear over Mason Mount's seemingly inevitable Chelsea exit. The centre-back responded to a Chelsea fan account on Instagram.Tottenham 'will ask Juventus for cut-price Dejan Kulusevski deal' instead of triggering £24.9m clause, with Italian side backed into a corner and set to miss out on £120m from loaned players not being sold
01/06/23 06:12Tottenham 'will ask Juventus for a discount on Dejan Kulusevski', rather than opt to trigger his £24.9m release clause. The winger has been on loan with Spurs.'I thought I was done... I was f***ing raging': Molly McCann opens up on emerging from the darkness of heartbreaking Erin Blanchfield loss... as 'Meatball' relishes UFC London return
25/05/23 11:49Molly McCann describes the taste of her heartbreaking defeat last year as like having 'acid' in her mouth. But on July 22, that bitter flavour could make way for something far more palatable.Colby Covington blasts Belal Muhammad for 'racist' suggestion that he was given title shot because 'he's white' and claims UFC 288 win does nothing to help him skip queue to face British champ Leon Edwards
09/05/23 10:24Colby Covington has again accused Belal Muhammad of racism for his suggestion that 'Chaos' was only preferred for a title shot for being white. Muhammad won at UFC 288 on Saturday night.Sean O'Malley claims he has 'the skills to shock the world' in huge bantamweight title fight with Aljamain Sterling later this year and backs event to DOUBLE the pay-per-view buys of UFC 288
09/05/23 09:08Sean O'Malley believes he will 'shock the world' by dethroning UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling. He also believes their fight will outperform the Henry Cejudo bout in PPV buys.Paddy Pimblett brands Matt Frevola his 'easiest route to the top 15' after American told injured star to 'stop being a b***h' in call-out following UFC 288 KO
09/05/23 08:10Paddy Pimblett has called Matt Frevola 'the easiest route to the top 15', after the American called him out at UFC 288. Frevola knocked out Drew Dober in fine style in the first round.'He was caught up in the moment... I also saw him pounding a bottle of Proper 12!': Dana White has 'no issue' with Conor McGregor's antics at Bare Knuckle FC event after UFC star faced-off with Mike Perry and draped rival promotion's belt over his shoulder
09/05/23 07:10Dana White has insisted he did not take issue with Conor McGregor showing up a Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event and joked that the Irishman was 'pounding a bottle of Proper 12'.'The problem is definitely NOT me': Khamzat Chimaev hits back at Dana White, after UFC president claimed undefeated star's inactivity is due to 'personal issues'... with 'Borz' calling out SIX fighters he wants to face
09/05/23 06:10Khamzat Chimaev has fired back at Dana White's claim about his inactivity being down to 'personal problems'. The undefeated star has been out of action since last September.Jude Bellingham 'is set to reject Borussia Dortmund's last-ditch offer of £230,000-a-week', with £130m-rated 19-year-old poised to join Real Madrid on huge deal this summer
09/05/23 05:41Jude Bellingham is set to reject a last-ditch offer from Borussia Dortmund, after they presented improved terms in a bid to see off interest from Real Madrid.Aljamain Sterling edges out Henry Cejudo by split decision to RETAIN bantamweight title at UFC 288, with champion teeing up Sean O'Malley clash after thrilling five-round battle in New Jersey
07/05/23 05:51Aljamain Sterling edged out a split decision (47-48, 48-47, 48-47) win over Henry Cejudo, shunting Triple C back towards retirement at UFC 288.Aljamain Sterling vs Henry Cejudo, UFC 288 RECAP: Champion retains title after thrilling five-round battle against Triple C, with 'Funk Master' claiming split decision to tee up Sean O'Malley clash
07/05/23 12:01Aljamain Sterling edged out a split decision (47-48, 48-47, 48-47) win over Henry Cejudo, shunting Triple C back towards retirement at UFC 288.Could Leon Edwards have a new challenger after UFC 288? Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad are both ferociously chasing a shot at the Brit's title and can pile pressure on the UFC to ditch Colby Covington plans if they steal the show
05/05/23 10:14Leon Edwards might be the most interested observer of UFC 288 on Saturday night. The co-main event between Gilbert Burns and Belal Muhammad has the makings of a classic.Henry Cejudo clouded his own incredible feats with the 'King of Cringe' persona, but the UFC is lucky to have him back... his retirement U-turn to face Aljamain Sterling gives fans a blockbuster title fight in New Jersey
04/05/23 07:00Henry Cejudo's three-year absence from the UFC - a mini retirement - has actually seen his stock grow. He has coached some high profile fighters and earned kudos for his brilliant tactical brain.'Pound-for-pound vs the greatest combat sports athlete ever?': Henry Cejudo's coach talks up Alexander Volkanovski clash but wants him to become 'undeniable' as Australian's next opponent - and predicts UFC 288 win in round three
04/05/23 11:11Henry Cejudo's coach wants a drawn-out build-up to what would be a mega-fight between CCC and Alexander Volkanovski. He wants to win the featherweight title to add to his collection.'Legal fees are heavy but that's what we do': Conor McGregor revels in Paradigm Sports' legal battle win over Manny Pacquiao, with his management company owed £6.3m for breach of contract and court costs by legendary boxer
04/05/23 09:49Conor McGregor is revelling in his management company Paradigm Sports winning a high profile law suit against legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao.Jon Jones reveals huge Stipe Miocic showdown will be his LAST fight, but admits he will 'entertain not retiring' if Francis Ngannou makes dramatic UFC comeback
04/05/23 08:21Jon Jones has revealed that unless Francis Ngannou comes back to the UFC, a clash with Stipe Miocic will be the last of his career. 'Bones' made a sensational return to the octagon.Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo share awkward 12-SECOND handshake, as UFC 288 headliners bump into each other at fighter hotel ahead of New Jersey showdown
03/05/23 10:21Henry Cejudo and Aljamain Sterling were filmed running into each other in an awkward hotel encounter before their UFC 288 headliner this Saturday.Leeds FINALLY confirm Javi Gracia has been sacked and Sam Allardyce is taking over at Elland Road as they dedicate just 12 words to the Spaniard in farewell statement
03/05/23 09:30Gracia, who came in after Jesse Marsch was sacked in February, has been given the axe after fans turned on him following the abject 4-1 defeat against Bournemouth on Sunday.Kamaru Usman 'just can't accept' losing to Leon Edwards and wants to face undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in bid to set up FOURTH clash with British star for welterweight title
03/05/23 08:35Kamaru Usman is struggling to get over his second defeat by welterweight champion Leon Edwards - and wants a fourth fight with the British star.'I was playing ping pong with this guy's head!': Conor McGregor claims he could make easy adjustments to BEAT Floyd Mayweather in a rematch as he talks up clip of him landing 'body shot' called as a low blow during fight
03/05/23 07:25Conor McGregor claims a few easy adjustments would see him 'finish the job' and beat Floyd Mayweather if they are ever to rematch in the boxing ring.Daniel Levy 'has reservations about 35-year-old Julian Nagelsmann's age' in offering him the Tottenham job, with chairman also 'worried about German being outspoken' as he was in charge of Bayern Munich
03/05/23 06:15Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy 'has reservations about Julian Nagelsmann's age' in considering making him Spurs boss.'When you sign so many top young players, it gives you a problem': Ex-Chelsea star Nemanja Matic backs Mauricio Pochettino to steady sinking ship at Blues but warns him over 'balance' in squad if he takes job
03/05/23 05:39Nemanja Matic has issued a warning to Mauricio Pochettino about a problem he will have with the Blues next season, if he takes over at Chelsea. He warned him over young players.Israel Adesanya doubles down on mocking Alex Pereira's 12-year-old son after UFC 287 KO, insisting he 'taught him a life lesson' by mimicking Brazilian going unconscious as revenge for the child's same taunt after kickboxing defeat in 2017
02/05/23 09:22Israel Adesanya has doubled down on his mocking of Alex Pereira's 12-year-old son in the immediate aftermath of knocking out his father at UFC 287.Andreas Pereira will NOT play again this season, confirms Marco Silva as Fulham boss reveals ankle injury is as serious as feared - with midfielder joining Tim Ream on sidelines until next term in double blow
02/05/23 06:04Fulham midfielder Andreas Pereira has joinedTim Ream in being ruled out for the rest of the season. Pereira departed the field on a stretcher following a coming-together with Manuel Akanji.Manchester United 'are pushing hardest' to sign £105m-rated Eintracht Frankfurt star Randal Kolo Muani, with Frenchman 'viewed as a better option than Napoli's Victor Osimhen' - if club fail to secure Harry Kane
02/05/23 05:43Manchester United 'are the club pushing hardest' to sign Eintracht Frankfurt and France star Randal Kolo Muani. Harry Kane remains the No 1 choice this summer.Leeds players APOLOGISE to their fans and admit 'there's no excuse' for the way they ignored kids waiting to greet them at their hotel, after Piers Morgan led condemning of 'arrogant' stars
01/05/23 12:10Leeds players have apologised for ignoring young fans waiting to greet the team at their hotel, after footage emerged of them simply blanking supporters on Sunday.An ex-dancer from Diversity, two gifted Liverpool flyweights, the Afghanistan-born fighter who beat the bullies to follow his passion and a lightweight gunning for UFC greatness one day... meet the Brits chasing their dreams at MMA Fight Academy
01/05/23 11:00In almost every sport, the prodigious young stars have a clear route to the top. But MMA is young, approaching a 30th birthday this year and there is no set path to follow.'Arnold Allen is the nicest dude ever... I couldn't even talk s**t to him!': Max Holloway pays tribute to Brit after beating him in Kansas City, with Hawaiian predicting he will face 'Almighty' again
16/04/23 04:58WILL GRIFFEE IN KANSAS CITY: Max Holloway paid tribute to British star Arnold Allen after claiming a sensational five-round win over him in Kansas City.Arnold Allen falls painfully short in Kansas City headliner as British star suffers unanimous decision defeat by UFC legend Max Holloway after enthralling five-round battle
16/04/23 04:14WILL GRIFFEE IN KANSAS CITY: Arnold Allen fell painfully short in his huge headliner against UFC legend Max Holloway in Kansas City. The Brit dropped a unanimous decision.Max Holloway vs Arnold Allen RECAP: UFC legend puts on vintage display in Kansas City headliner to earn unanimous decision victory over British star after thrilling battle
16/04/23 12:02WILL GRIFFEE IN KANSAS CITY: Arnold Allen fell painfully short in his huge headliner against UFC legend Max Holloway in Kansas City. The Brit dropped a unanimous decision.EXCLUSIVE: Meet the softly-spoken British UFC star out to prove nice guys CAN finish first... Arnold Allen opens up on a new era, where fighters can thrive without being 'loudmouth cocky characters' - and his huge fight with legend Max Holloway TONIGHT
15/04/23 01:02EXCLUSIVE: Flipping tables at press conferences, Twitter tirades and angry confrontations with rivals - it is the unfortunate currency many fighters deal in.FIGHTER PREDICTIONS: UFC stars offer verdict on huge fight between Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira... as Jon Jones and Erin Blanchfield tip Brazilian to win, while Jamahal Hill and Derek Brunson back 'calculated' ex-champion to banish his demons
07/04/23 08:00Israel Adesanya may have lost all three fights with Alex Pereira across kickboxing and MMA but he arrives at UFC 287 as the betting favourite. Fighters are divided over who will win.EXCLUSIVE: The UFC's youngest superstar Raul Rosas Jr. opens up on knowing he would be a top fighter at just 13, sacrificing a normal teenage life and his pledge to be a 'showman to hype up the crowd' in Miami main card slot at UFC 287
07/04/23 07:00EXCLUSIVE: Few fighters, if any, have made waves at the start of their UFC careers as sweeping and powerful as Raul Rosas Jr. The 18-uear-old prodigy is back in action this Saturday in Miami.Jorge Masvidal knows UFC 287 showdown with Gilbert Burns is boom or bust... the 38-year-old can make case for one last title shot with victory but a FOURTH defeat on the spin could shunt him close to retirement
06/04/23 08:00Jorge Masvidal's glorious mid-career streak was as unexpected as it was impressive but 'Gamebred' is now without a win in three years. He's desperate for a title shot against Leon Edwards.Is Alex Pereira the 'bogeyman' for Israel Adesanya? Jon Jones and Marvin Vettori are among fighters who think the new champion is his old nemesis' 'kryptonite', with the perfect style to win a FOURTH showdown between the pair at UFC 287
05/04/23 04:36Israel Adesanya must be sick of the sight of Alex Pereira by now - the man many are calling his 'bogeyman' and 'kryptonite'. He has the chance to banish the demons in Miami.REVEALED: The five-person panel who now judge Premier League referees - including Karen Carney and Rob Green - after it was decided they 'couldn't mark their own homework any more'
30/03/23 11:45Karen Carney and Rob Green are among a five-person panel judging the performance of Premier League referees. PMGOL used to judge their own performances in house.'I'm hunting now... this is my last shot and I'll roll the dice': Israel Adesanya insists he has shifted mentality ahead of huge rematch with Alex Pereira for middleweight title at UFC 287
30/03/23 09:27Israel Adesanya admits UFC 287 is his 'last chance' to banish the demons and exact revenge over old rival Alex Pereira. Miami plays host to the rematch next Saturday.'Go f***ing make weight before we talk': Jorge Masvidal slams Khamzat Chimaev for calling out fighters despite botched attempt at cutting down to 170-pounds
30/03/23 07:50Jorge Masvidal has taken aim at Khamzat Chimaev for calling out big names despite missing weight by seven-and-a-half pounds in his last fight. Masvidal takes on Gilbert Burns next weekend.Premier League's top-earning footballers are revealed by L'Equipe, with Kevin De Bruyne officially top (although Erling Haaland is the real No 1)... and which bit-part Man United man makes the top five?
30/03/23 07:18L'Equipe have revealed the top five earners in the Premier League, with Manchester City stars leading the way. The real No 1, as reported by Sportsmail last October , is Erling Haaland.'The potential of a fight against Khamzat Chimaev is GIGANTIC': Paulo Costa's manager talks up chances of clash with undefeated star being Brazilian's first contest in bumper new £3.2m UFC deal
29/03/23 09:48Paulo Costa is in line to fight either Khamzat Chimaev or Robert Whittaker after signing a huge new deal with the UFC. He committed to the organisation rather than test free agency.'Football is about winning and that makes Sir Alex Ferguson number one': Erik ten Hag pays glowing tribute to legendary former Manchester United boss after his induction into the Premier League Hall of Fame
29/03/23 09:00Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has paid glowing tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson after the Scot's induction into the Premier League Hall of Fame.Colby Covington wants to share huge event with Jon Jones at UFC International Fight Week in July for shot at Leon Edwards' title, as 'Chaos' targets 'the biggest spectacle', despite Brit insisting he does not deserve it
29/03/23 07:54Colby Covington is talking up International Fight Week for a showdown with Leon Edwards this summer. 'Chaos' wants to share the event with Jon Jones.REVEALED: Sadio Mane 'confronted Julian Nagelsmann in front of shocked Bayern Munich team-mates when he only played eight minutes of a game they WON' - leaving him 'intimidated' before his shock sacking
29/03/23 07:19Sadio Mane 'intimidated Julian Nagelsmann in a furious dressing room rant about his lack of game time', before the Bayern Munich boss was sacked. Mane came on as a sub against PSG.Israel Adesanya's coach compares Alex Pereira to Mike Tyson with his 'superpower' to deliver one-shot KO, but insists there will be only small tweaks to tactics for UFC 287 showdown in Miami
28/03/23 02:43Israel Adesanya is preparing for one of the toughest challenges in combat sport in facing Alex Pereira, admitted his coach Eugene Bareman. The one-shot power is hard to plan around.Brazilian fighter Nikolas Motta shares gruesome picture of deep cut suffered from accidental headbutt - with wound so bad it exposed facial tendon and forced him to withdraw from UFC 287
28/03/23 08:01GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Nikolas Motta has been forced to pull out of the huge UFC 287 card after suffering a horrendous cut to the head. The 30-year-old shared an image.'I'll break Gilbert Burns' face and Leon Edwards will call me out': Jorge Masvidal insists Dana White's plan to give hated rival Colby Covington the next shot at Brit's title can still be scrapped if he wins at UFC 287
28/03/23 07:01Jorge Masvidal expects Leon Edwards to call him out if he beats Gilbert Burns at UFC 287 next month, despite Dana White's plans to give Colby Covington a title shot.Now Sky Sports' iconic pitchside reporter Geoff Shreeves faces the AXE as part of broadcaster's huge shake-up... with Soccer AM set to be shelved and football staff told to reapply for jobs
23/03/23 11:48Geoff Shreeves could be in danger of losing his job with Sky Sports as the broadcaster considers more cuts. The veteran pitchside interviewer has been an ever-present since 1992.Colby Covington would BEAT Leon Edwards, claims former two-weight UFC champ Henry Cejudo... as he insists American can 'grind him out over five rounds' for welterweight title
22/03/23 01:49Colby Covington would be the worst possible match-up for Leon Edwards and beat the UFC welterweight champion, claims Henry Cejudo. He believes the constant pressure would tell in the end.'He never came to 170 because I'm here, I would have walked him down': Colby Covington makes outlandish claim that Khabib Nurmagomedov retired to avoid facing him
22/03/23 12:22Colby Covington has made the outlandish claim that Khabib Nurmagomedov opted to retire rather than move up a division and face him. Khabib called time on his career back in 2020.Michael Bisping plays down Justin Gaethje's claim that he was 'very unprofessional' and 'biased' on commentary for Leon Edwards' win over Kamaru Usman, claiming American was just being 'a loyal friend'
22/03/23 11:19Michael Bisping has responded to Justin Gaethje's claim that he was biased on commentary for UFC 286. He believes it was natural for Gaethje to root for his friend.Mike Tyson pretends to BITE the ear of internet sensation Hasbulla, as legendary former heavyweight picks up 3ft 3in 20-year-old Dagestani like a child during podcast appearance
22/03/23 10:50A giant of the fight game crossed paths with one of combat sports' smaller stars as Mike Tyson welcomed Hasbulla into his studio. The internet sensation showed off his skills on the pads.Francis Ngannou claims 'Kamaru Usman didn't train properly' for UFC 286 defeat by Leon Edwards, as he reveals 'Nigerian Nightmare' suffered injury problems ahead of London clash
22/03/23 09:23Kamaru Usman was injured for much of his training camp prior to the UFC 286 defeat by Leon Edwards, revealed Francis Ngannou. He claims Usman could not properly prepare.Conor McGregor launches scathing attack on FIVE major MMA coaches as he hits out at each one personally, before lauding his own trainer John Kavanagh, insisting 'the world will know what we've been at'
22/03/23 08:31Conor McGregor has insulted five major MMA coaches, before hailing his own long-time trainer John Kavanagh. The Irishman is due to make his comeback later this year against Michael Chandler.Ederson reveals 'great possibility' that Carlo Ancelotti will be next Brazil boss after speaking to team-mates Casemiro, Vinicius Jr and Eder Militao... with Man City keeper hailing 'exceptional' manager
22/03/23 07:18Carlo Ancelotti is likely to take over as the next Brazil manager, according to Manchester City goalkeeper, Ederson. The Real Madrid manager is widely expected to leave this summer.'I'm the king now, I've earned my way and should decide who is next': Leon Edwards REJECTS Dana White's plan for him to face Colby Covington, insisting controversial American does not deserve title shot
19/03/23 01:42WILL GRIFFEE AT THE O2 ARENA: Leon Edwards has rejected Dana White's plan for him to face Colby Covington in his next title defence. He thinks the American hasn't earned it.Leon Edwards DEFENDS UFC welterweight title in thrilling five-round masterclass against Kamaru Usman, with British star lighting up O2 Arena in London at UFC 286 to claim majority decision
19/03/23 12:11WILL GRIFFEE AT THE O2 ARENA: Leon Edwards put on a tactical masterclass over a thrilling five rounds to defend his welterweight title at UFC 286 in London.UFC 286 AS IT HAPPENED: Leon Edwards BEATS Kamaru Usman in thrilling five-round battle to defend welterweight title in front of packed crowd in London, with the Brit earning majority decision
18/03/23 05:00WILL GRIFFEE AT THE O2 ARENA: Leon Edwards defended his welterweight title against Kamaru Usman with an incredible performance to win a majority decision in front of a packed out O2 Arena.
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Caitlin Clark 'mentally fried' claims Jason Whitlock Despite helping Indiana Fever beat Connecticut Sun with record-breaking performance
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Naomi Osaka reveals true extent of her tennis comeback With shocking photo of her on crutches and unable to walk 'without pain'
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Clark is sent crashing to the court by brutal bodycheck from WNBA rival Thomas Fans fume after it is NOT called as a flagrant foul: 'That's not basketball'
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Gauff reveals the one hilarious reason she uses Twitter after matches - and how she avoids abuse from fans Spoke after her second-round win in New York
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Embarrassing images of Toney's Giants and Chiefs tattoos resurface on social media After he was CUT by Super Bowl champions ahead of the season
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Biles and Thomas pose for photos with Clark as sports' best combine at WNBA game A lot of talent under one roof in Indiana
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McAfee hints Rodgers WILL return to weekly guest spot on ESPN show after Jimmy Kimmel fallout Sparked a lot of backlash last season
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Travis Kelce left in stitches as Adam Sandler reveals how Taylor Swift romance sent his family wild 'Means so much to my f****ng house'
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Megan Thee Stallion CONFIRMS romance with NBA star after 'accidentally' leaking video It's a hard launch for the basketballer
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Jason Kelce thought Simone Biles would FAIL at the Olympics - while Travis praises her for Paris glory Chiefs star says 'America is so proud'
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Travis Kelce shows off his Happy Gilmore swing after Adam Sandler joins him on New Heights Super Bowl winner to make a cameo
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Izquierdo dead at 27 after collapsing on the pitch during Copa Libertadores game Was initially in a 'stable condition' after incident in Sao Paulo
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Travis Kelce leaves fans in stitches as he collects Sportsman of the Year at 2024 Kansas City Sports Awards After dashing back from Swift's Rhode Island pad
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Who is Paige Lorenze? Meet tennis star Paul's glamorous girlfriend She previously dated both Armie Hammer and Morgan Wallen
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NFL star's ugly breakup with ex-fiancee takes new twist as she calls out his new girlfriend Very public break-up gets even more public
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UFC star Strickland launches into vile X-rated rant at rapper Machine Gun Kelly After claiming his fiancee Megan Fox had slid into his DMs
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NFL players reveal who they really think is the quarterback GOAT But does Patrick Mahomes or Tom Brady come out on top in the voting?
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Angel Reese follows in the footsteps of Travis and Jason Kelce as WBNA star rookie launches her own 'unfiltered' podcast Teases big name guests
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Mahomes Sr. pleads guilty to his THIRD drunk-driving charge and agrees to five-year probation weeks After Chiefs star's dad revealed he's now sober
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Brittany Mahomes appears to hit back at criticism for liking Donald Trump post with cryptic Instagram message After upsetting liberals
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Rory McIlroy handed blunt advice from Tiger Woods' former coach After his BMW Championship frustrations and meltdown at the US Open
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Clark sparks serious injury fears by SCREAMING out in agony after rolling her ankle on the court Whole arena was holding its breath
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American teen sensation Jovic, 16, STUNS world No. 42 to win on Grand Slam debut at US Open From nowhere, she provided a huge shock
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Jansen becomes the first man in history to play for BOTH teams in an MLB game... and here's how he did it Remarkable achievement - and in just one inning
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Meet Shea Foster, the Paralympian who survived a horror car crash and was told he might never walk again And now he's eyeing a gold medal in Paris
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Wilson shares intimate moment with stunning influencer fiancée after shining in preseason finale Hoping for a fresh start with Broncos this year
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Broncos fan FLOORED by brutal punches in violent fight at preseason finale During Denver's 38-12 home win over the Arizona Cardinals
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Olivia Dunne celebrates her 'last first day of school' as gymnast returns to LSU for final season After announcing she's not ready to leave yet
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Taylor Swift invited to US Open by Iga Swiatek - months after the singer sent the tennis star a handwritten letter Singer staying in mansion not far from New York
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Mike Tyson's preparation for Jake Paul fight is mocked after Ric Flair posts old video of him smoking weed with boxer Fans take aim
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Umpire Nick Mahrley suffers a concussion after being hit by Yankees star Giancarlo Stanton's broken bat Carted off during Sunday's game
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Fox anchor and sports reporter Matt Vereen is arrested on child porn charges Before eventually being released on a $40,000 cash bond
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Shocking scenes as wild brawl breaks out between women's college soccer players mid-game Descended into chaos on the field
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Joe D'Alessandris dead at 70: Baltimore Ravens offensive line coach passes away in hospital 11 days before NFL season starts
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NBA champion Matt Barnes reveals his son needed emergency surgery following car accident As he opens up on 'tough week'
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Rory McIlroy SNAPS his driver in half before stripping down to play shot from the water During a nightmare round at the BMW Championship
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Umpire Nick Mahrley carted off in a NECK BRACE after Giancarlo Stanton's broken bat hits him Scary scenes at Yankee Stadium
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Paige Spiranac swaps golf for NASCAR as she enjoys a wild day out at Daytona International Speedway Heads out to the NASCAR Cup Series 400
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Caitlin Clark is slammed by Jason Whitlock as he claims WNBA star is 'HURTING' Indiana Fever Despite rookie's record performance
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Angel Reese reveals why she debuted new hairstyle as she gives WNBA fans fresh look at her Reebok collection Shares glimpse of collection in TikTok video
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David Beckham, Tom Brady and Lionel Messi pose for a picture after the NFL star watches Inter Miami in action Football's two GOATs introduced to each other
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Will Smith taunts Tom Brady with hilarious message after victory in Lake Como boat race Took to social media to brag about his triumph in Italy
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Donald Trump gets back on the golf course as ex-President is interviewed by PGA Memes founder At his own club in Washington
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Nick Saban is hilariously hit on by College GameDay fan Before the legendary former Alabama coach's wife fires off a warning to her
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Jason Kelce hilariously dons wife Kylie's under-eye masks in new NFL promo ahead of broadcasting debut Set for new venture
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49ers coach Kyle Shanahan jokes about what Christian McCaffrey was thinking when he married Olivia Culpo 'No offense'
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EXCLUSIVESwift and Kelce soak up last weeks of summer before NFL season by shacking up at her $17M Rhode Island mansion Romantic reunion
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Chicago Sky player Chennedy Carter clobbers ex-teammate in flagrant foul Two months after THAT brutal bodycheck on Caitlin Clark
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Why Naomi Osaka is now working with a BALLET coach... and how it helps the tennis star have fewer 'breakdowns' on court Ahead of US Open
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Jordan Chiles shares cryptic Instagram post about 'healing' amid bronze medal dispute Was stripped of her bronze medal from the Olympic floor exercise
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Caitlin Clark boasts diamond '22' chain after link-up with Fever teammate's jeweler Had expressed her interest in getting her custom necklace
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Travis Kelce's ex Kayla Nicole appears to takes a swipe at former friend Brittany Mahomes Amid Donald Trump post controversy
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Brittany Mahomes LIKES Donald Trump post as Chiefs WAG sparks liberal meltdown Before she hits back at 'haters' in fiery response online
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LA Chargers players and staff TRAPPED in elevator on eve of NFL preseason game in Dallas Until dramatic rescue operation
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Pat McAfee chugs beer and says he took 100mg of EDIBLES on flight to Ireland As his weekday show descends into chaos live on ESPN
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Simone Biles shares exciting updates on her and Jonathan Owens' new Texas mansion As couple's property edges closer to completion
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Dave Portnoy RIPS Simone Biles for wearing a Packers jacket to cheer husband Jonathan Owens on As he used to play for fierce rivals Chicago Bears
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Megan Rapinoe PRAISES Caitlin Clark for causing trouble in the WNBA She's a big fan of the star who is shaking up the WNBA
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Jason Whitlock weighs in on Tom Brady and his brutal take over the current NFL standard Brady will be an NFL analyst at FOX this year
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Simone Biles swaps her black SUV for $150,000 white G-Wagon Olympics star splashes out after Paris success earlier this month
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Jaylen Brown accuses Nike of 'BLACKLISTING' him from USA Olympic squad in first rap video Shock claims from the NBA star
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Team USA soccer player Lynn Williams reveals she BROKE her gold medal partying Another star has a busted medal after returning from Paris
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Gayle King hints Travis Kelce will appear at DNC after claiming Chiefs star contacted Kamala Harris But CBS co-hosts point out detail she missed
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Serena Williams reveals tactic husband Alexis Ohanian used to win her over after 'two hour interrogation' on first date 'The way to my heart'
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Utah Jazz rookie Kyle Filipowski's mom opens up about estranged son, 20, and his relationship with the 27-year-old woman accused of grooming him
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Aaron Rodgers' bitter family feud takes huge new twist with New York Jets crowd revelation Ahead of his long-awaited return to the NFL this season
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Hulk Hogan fan, 50, claims she needed NINE stitches after being bloodied in dangerous beer stunt at WWE legend's event in Ohio As he promoted drink
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Tom Brady's ex-teammate Drew Bledsoe hilariously roasts NFL legend over Fox broadcast debut Months after Gisele Bundchen divorce joke
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NFL fans left stunned as clip showing Travis Kelce's 'insane' football knowledge goes viral Gets into the nitty gritty of his strategy on the gridiron
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Fox unveils MAJOR shakeup to its daily sports schedule after Skip Bayless' exit Shuffle their lineup in aftermath of host's departure
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Olivia Dunne begins preseason at a New Jersey gym after cheering Simone Biles and Team USA in Paris Ahead of a fifth and final year of college
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Ryan Leaf brands Pat McAfee and Kirk Herbstreit 'narcissists' as he opens up on ESPN downfall Goes off on former company's employees
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Travis Kelce's stunning $31k gift to Taylor Swift to celebrate Europe Eras Tour ending is revealed Singer just finished five shows in London
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Fire breaks out at Dallas Cowboys' training camp hotel in Oxnard, California as players avoid injury Team is currently finishing up training camp
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Simone Biles' Netflix show is renewed for a second season Team USA gymnast makes announcement in Paris after Olympics dominance
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Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel's new look sparks hilarious reactions from fans Showed off his transformed appearance
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