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Emanuel Steward always backed one man to win a fantasy showdown between Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson, which is still fiercely debated within boxing circles. Many consider Ali to be the greatest heavyweight of all time, while few would back against a prime ‘Iron Mike’ with any real certainty. The Brooklyn knockout artist seemed an unstoppable force in his early 20s, claiming his first world title with a blistering second-round finish over Trevor Berbick in 1986. Even as the reigning WBC champion, Tyson’s air of invincibility showed no signs of faltering until he suddenly lost to James ‘Buster’ Douglas in…
Notts Outlaws prevailed by three wickets in a low-scoring thriller at Trent Bridge, where winless Warwickshire Bears were bowled out for 139 in their final over before the home side scrambled home with just one ball to spare.Jack Haynes hit three sixes to top-score with 36 from 17 balls for the hosts while, Scotland international George Munsey hit 27 and South African George Linde 29, including the winning boundary, after off-spinner Rob Yates had kept the Bears chances of a first win alive by taking 4-22.Yates had earlier put on 54 from 34 balls for the opening wicket with Zen…
WBA light welterweight champion Gary Antuanne Russell could have his next opponent lined up. According to ESPN KnockOut reporter Salvador Rodriguez, talks are underway for Russell to defend his WBA 140-pound title against former world champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz. Rodriguez reported that the fight is being discussed for either August 22 or September 5 in Las Vegas, though no official announcement has been made. The matchup would pit one of boxing’s most aggressive pressure fighters against a champion known for his combination punching and athleticism. Russell (19-1, 17 KOs) captured the WBA title and successfully defended it earlier this year…
With a year to go until the World Cup starts in Brazil, this was a concerning scoreline that gives Wiegman plenty to ponder.Facing world champions Spain away is arguably the toughest test in football, but to lose so comfortably was not an easy watch.Former England midfielder Fran Kirby said Wiegman’s players looked “deflated” at full-time and she “hurt just watching it”.”They will learn from it, and they have to rise up to put in a good performance against Ukraine,” Kirby told BBC Radio 5 Live.Just the top team from their group automatically qualifies for the World Cup and even if…
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Neymar will undergo an MRI scan on Monday as he continues his race to be fit for the World Cup. Neymar suffered a calf injury while playing for Santos on May 17, just one day before he was named in Brazil’s squad for the tournament. The Selecao’s all-time top scorer has not featured for Brazil since October 2023 due to a string of injuries, and though he has publicly stated he is not worried about his current issue, Ancelotti remains wary. Brazil face Egypt in their final friendly before the World Cup on Saturday, a match…
Dave Coldwell has spoken of the heartbreak in the dressing room after Lerrone Richards lost to Ramirez in Canada by the most contentious of decisions.Richards dropped to 19-2 (4 KOs) and wept once he’d returned to the backstage area at the Montreal Casino.The team were due to fly back from Canada to the UK on Friday night, with their shattered dreams left behind.Coldwell felt the game plan was going to plan and was more than happy with how his fighter was performing.“Yeah, in my head I was thinking, ‘He’s pissing it,’” Coldwell told BoxingScene. “It’s everything, literally everything that I…
Zuffa Boxing’s first show in the UK, featuring Chris Billam-Smith, appears set to go ahead on Saturday despite legal action from rival promoter Boxxer.Former WBO cruiserweight champion Billam-Smith is scheduled to fight Canadian Ryan Rozicki at the Bournemouth International Centre as the headline bout, with fellow Britons Jack Massey and Sam Hickey both on the undercard.The event is due to be shown on Sky Sports, but promoter Boxxer claims to have contractual rights involving fighters on the bill and says they are appearing without “consent or authorisation”.BBC Sport understands that Zuffa does not accept the claims by Boxxer and plans…
Gus Atkinson struck twice late on the second day as England pressed for victory in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s on Friday.England’s strong position also owed much to debutant opener Emilio Gay’s valuable fifty in a low-scoring game.New Zealand was 36-3 in its second innings at stumps. The Black Caps need a further 218 runs to reach a victory target of 254 after collapsing to 113 all out first time around on a bowler-friendly pitch.Highlights of Day 2, England vs New Zealand 1st Test: As it happenedThey suffered a woeful start to their run-chase on Friday when…
Former Northern Ireland captain Marissa Callaghan said that Turkey striker Busem Seker “had to be sent off” after she controversially handled the ball before later scoring the winner during their 2-1 victory over NI.Michael McArdle’s side were trailing 1-0 in the closing stages of a quiet first half in Istanbul when the game sparked to life as Seker handled Fi Morgan’s goal-bound effort on the line.Referee Alexandra Collin quickly pointed to the spot and Northern Ireland expected a red card to follow, but the French official opted for a yellow, much to the frustration of the visitors and Callaghan, who…
Jim McNulty gives his first interview as new Stockport County boss and issues an open letter to Rochdale fans. The 41 year old leaves Rochdale, after he guided them to League Two through the National League playoffs despite a league-record 106 points. Jimmy, a former County player, has signed a three-year deal, replacing Dave Challinor, and promises football the fans will love. We’re delighted to announce the return of Jimmy McNulty as Stockport County Head Coach on a three-year contract ✍️ — Stockport County (@StockportCounty) June 5, 2026 Stockport County said in their statement that they are delighted to confirm…