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The 22-year-old Terry Norris, who brought a 21-2 record and was viewed as one of America’s brightest young prospects. Blessed with blazing hand speed, quick feet and sharp combinations, Norris appeared to have the exact style capable of neutralizing Jackson’s legendary power, as long as he avoided making one mistake. The WBA junior middleweight championship was on the line, but the fight also represented a crossroads for both men. Jackson wanted to continue establishing himself as the division’s dominant champion before eventually pursuing opportunities at middleweight. Norris saw the bout as his chance to become the youngest world champion in…
“It’s unfortunate that it’s come to this over basketball,” Thomas said.”A lot of us – myself included – didn’t even know the play took place until after the game.”There’s death threats out on us. It’s really unacceptable. It’s really something that needs to change in this league and I’m just really sick and tired of it.”People are sending racial slurs and all types of stuff. The hatred that we’re experiencing over a play that, honestly, was a complete accident…”We still have yet to hear anything from Cathy. It’s no surprise. You could see what’s being said on social media. As…
Man United are expected to turn their attention towards alternative midfield targets after missing out on the signing of Mateus Fernandes to Tottenham, and Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni is a ‘dream signing’ for them. The Portugal international has been the subject of strong interest from Old Trafford throughout the transfer window, with United holding talks as they explored a deal with West Ham. However, Tottenham have now won the race for Fernandes after news they agreed to meet West Ham’s £85 million valuation with a guaranteed fee. The midfielder enjoyed an outstanding campaign despite West Ham’s struggles, establishing himself as…
Despite having his next two fights booked, Tyson Fury has been given the green light to fight for the WBC heavyweight world title by the recently upgraded champion. Fury held the WBC belt between February 2022 and January 2024, making three successful defences before losing it to Oleksandr Usyk in their undisputed contest. Usyk carried the title until last month, when he vacated it along with his WBA and IBF straps. WBC Interim champion Agit Kabayel was promptly upgraded to full champion, and talk has now turned to his first defence. Fury recently floated the idea of the match-up, pointing…
Briton Moses Itauma has been ordered by the IBF to hold talks with Cuba’s Frank Sanchez about fighting for the vacant heavyweight title.Last week Oleksandr Usyk relinquished his IBF, WBA ‘super’ and WBC belts.The IBF said that, “in accordance with IBF championship rules”, it wants Sanchez, who is number one in their heavyweight rankings, to fight number three contender Itauma.It said they have until 29 July to reach an agreement.Itauma, 21, is scheduled to fight Croatia’s Filip Hrgovic at London’s O2 Arena on 29 August in what he has called his “toughest fight”. He could pull out of the Hrgovic…
Erling Haaland labelled Norway’s World Cup round of 32 win over Ivory Coast as “unbelievable” and “incredible” as they now prepare to face Brazil. Haaland scored an 86th-minute winner as Norway defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 at Dallas Stadium, with Antonio Nusa and Amad Diallo also scoring for their respective sides. Norway have won a World Cup knockout stage game for the very first time; they are the first European nation to progress from a knockout tie at the finals for the first time since Ukraine in 2006. Haaland, meanwhile, has scored in each of his last 13 competitive internationals for…
Judah praised Ennis for overcoming adversity against Xander Zayas, pointing to the knockdown in the opening round and the difficult moments in the third before rallying to score the stoppage. “He showed a lot of heart. He showed the world he could take a punch. He showed the world that he could be hurt and still pull it back together,” said Judah to MillCity Boxing about Boots Ennis. “That’s because of your condition. He took a shot, pulled it back together, and was able to come on and get the stoppage later on.” Even with that performance, Judah drew a…
Switzerland and Algeria meet in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at BC Place in Vancouver on July 2, with kickoff at 8:00 PM PT. Switzerland advanced from Group B as winners, while Algeria qualified from their group to set up this knockout-stage clash. The World Cup 2026 R32 Switzerland vs. Algeria odds make Switzerland the narrow favorite at +105, with Algeria available at +325. Switzerland’s path through the group stage was built on two wins and a draw in competitive World Cup play, scoring seven goals in three matches. Algeria’s route was more turbulent, featuring a heavy loss…
The Katie Taylor-Flora Pili undercard has been announced by Matchroom with Paddy Donovan and Dave Allen set to play key supporting roles at Croke Park, Dublin. Leading welterweight contender Donovan, 15-2 (11 KOs), will be expected to beat Belfast’s Tyrone McKenna, 25-6-1 (8 KOs). McKenna had hinted at retirement after losing to Harlem Eubank in March 2025 but returned six months later to stop Dylan Moran. Even so, against top IBF 147lbs contender Donovan, he will have his work cut out.Perhaps the bout that will generate the most attention will be at heavyweight when popular veteran Dave Allen, 26-9-2 (20 KOs),…
“We have the chance to do the impossible.”After Mexico brushed aside Ecuador to reach the last 16 of the World Cup, some of their celebrating fans already had an eye on their potential next opponents.England face a difficult test in their last-32 tie with DR Congo later on Wednesday but, should they overcome that, it will not get any easier.That is because next up would be a match with Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium – a mouthwatering fixture for many football fans, but a daunting one for England supporters.Mexico have never got beyond the quarter-finals of the World Cup,…