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Heavyweight contender Filip Hrgovic has never been shy about speaking his mind, and he took aim at Moses Itauma’s support team after their kickoff press conference ahead of their August 29 clash in London. Hrgovic, who faces the unbeaten Itauma in one of the year’s most anticipated heavyweight fights, suggested that the young British prospect has benefited from a level of support and structure that was never available to him while coming through the ranks in Croatia. “I feel like when he got from amateurs to professionals, everything was on table for him and he just need to train and…
Crowds were already reduced in Bristol for Tuesday’s World Cup matches because of the heat.A fourth victory for England on Wednesday would secure their progression through to the semi-finals with a match to spare.West Indies, who knocked England out of the 2024 T20 World Cup, are also have three wins from three in this tournament but were pushed closed by New Zealand and Scotland. England beat the Windies 3-0 in a T20 series last year.Dean will again deputise for skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt, who is not expected to play again in the group stage because of a calf injury.Sciver-Brunt could return…
Norway and France meet at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough on June 26 in their final Group I fixture, with both sides already through to the knockout round after winning their opening two matches. Top spot in the group is the prize, with goal difference currently separating the two — Norway leads on +4 against France’s +5, meaning France hold first place heading into Matchday 16. The Norway vs France betting odds make France clear favorites, but Norway have scored seven goals in two games and present a genuine test. France are priced at -136 (best available) to win this match,…
Welcome to Sportstar’s live coverage of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match between Australia and Pakistan at Headingley on Tuesday!TOSS NEWSAustralia opts to bat. Australia unchanged, two changes for PakistanPLAYING XIsAustralia: Beth Mooney, Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, Ash Gardner, Georgia Wareham, Annabel Sutherland, Nicola Carey, Sophie Molineux, Kim Garth, Alana King, Lucy HamiltonPakistan: Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Gull Feroza, Saira Jabeen, Ayesha Zafar, Iram Javed, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana, Rameen Shamim, Nashra Sandhu, Diana Baig, Sadia IqbalLIVE STREAMING INFOThe Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 match between Australia and Pakistan will be telecast on the Star Sports Network and streamed on…
Oscar De La Hoya shared the ring with a who’s who of boxing stars over the years but one stands out to him as the clear best. De La Hoya competed professionally for over 15 years from 1992 to 2008, becoming a six-division world champion in the process. During the mid to late 1990s he was regarded as the number one pound-for-pound fighter on the planet, claiming notable wins over fellow greats such as Julio Cesar Chavez, Pernell Whitaker and Hector Camacho. ‘The Golden Boy’ did suffer several defeats as his career entered the latter stages, losing against the likes…
“In the midst of my frustration over the expulsion of a player from my country, and feeling that my national team was being harmed, I used offensive and unacceptable expressions against the referee, Fifa, and its authorities,” said Vera. He added Fifa’s sanction means he can longer work on Paraguayan channels ABC Cardinal and ABC TV’s World Cup coverage, either inside or outside the stadiums.It also extends to “any type of participation or coverage related to the World Cup”.Vera sent a letter of apology to football’s world governing body, taking full responsibility for his actions.”Questioning a rule or disagreeing with…
“I don’t think he’s going to pose much of a threat for AJ to be honest,” Fury said of Prenga to talkSPORT Boxing. “I think he’ll have a look at him. I think he’ll get behind his boxing, he’ll have a look, but unfortunately, you know, I think he’ll present his chin a little bit too quick.” Fury pointed to his own experience working with kickboxers transitioning into professional boxing and suggested Prenga’s background could work against him against an experienced heavyweight like Joshua. “And somebody with AJ’s power, he’s got destructive power,” Fury said. “So, soon as that shot…
Analysis – Jerome Sale, Oxford United commentator at BBC Radio OxfordRamsey joins a growing list of young EFL managers. If Oxford fans are concerned about lack of experience, they may take heart in the recent League One success of rookie managers like John Mousinho and Michael Skubala – even Ramsey’s former Arsenal team-mate Jack Wilshere.But even though his playing career only officially ended in April, you can make a case that Ramsey has been a manager in waiting for some time. Without exception, Oxford’s successes over the years have been delivered by bosses who had low-key playing careers. Whether by…
Ipswich Town have announced the appointment of former Bournemouth and Wolves boss Gary O’Neil as their new manager. O’Neil has left his role with Strasbourg, who he led to the Conference League semi-finals last campaign, to take charge of the Tractor Boys ahead of their Premier League return. Ipswich saw long-serving boss Kieran McKenna step down earlier this month after overseeing a runner-up Championship finish in 2025-26, which came after they were relegated from the top flight the previous season. During over five years at Portman Road, McKenna oversaw 222 matches across all competitions, winning 106 of those (D60 L56),…
(Queensberry Promotions) Frank Warren has called for patience when it comes to the ongoing Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury saga. The fight will happen, says the promoter. Both have signed contracts but both still have unfinished business with other opponents before the all-British super-fight can be formally announced – presuming Fury does indeed secure a warm-up bout. Joshua is set to fight Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Saudi Arabia whereas Fury has teased a bout in August. Presuming both win then all parties – expected broadcaster Netflix, the various promotional groups, and the fighters themselves – will agree on…