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Combat Sports Week
March
2026
WWE
RAW
@WWE
March 2
Indianapolis, IN
Confrontation: CM Punk and Roman Reigns
Dominik Mysterio vs Penta - WWE I/C Title
and much more
NXT
@WWENXT
March 3
Orlando, FL
Road To Vengeance Day!
Jacy Jayne vs Zaria
Ricky Saints Absolute Experience
and much more!
PBR
@PBR
March 6-7
Little Rock, AR
WWE
SmackDown
March 6
Portland, OR
Road To WrestleMania
Drew McIntyre vs Cody Rhodes - WWE Title
Face To Face: Jade Cargill and Rhea Ripley
and much more!
Lucha
Libre AAA Worldwide
@luchalibreaaa
Mexico
March 7
Santos Escobar vs Mr. Iguana vs Psyco Clown vs Abismo
Negro
The Eye
and much more!
UFC
@ufc
UFC 326
March 7
T-Mobile Arena
Las Vegas, Nevada
Max Holloway vs Charles Oliveira
and much more
Zuffa
Boxing :
@Zuffa_Boxing
Zuffa 04
March 8
Meta Apex
Paradise, Las Vegas, NV
Jai Opetaia vs Brandon Glanton
*card/s
subject to change
*correct at time of publication to best of knowledge
The
Lead Up
February
2026
WWE
RAW
Feb 16
FedExForum
Memphis, Tennessee
Je’Von Evans vs Gunther vs Dominik Mysterio
The Vision
and much more
WWE
NXT
Feb 17
Orlando, Florida
Ethan Page vs Shiloh Hill - NXT North American Title
and much more!
PRB
Feb 20-21
Professional Bull Riders
Unleash The Beast
WWE
SmackDown
Feb 20
Amerant Bank Arena
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Nia Jax vs Charlotte Flair vs Kiana James
Trick Williams vs Carmelo Hayes vs Damian Priest
Oba Femi vs Kit Wilson
Buzz: Cody Rhodes, Tiffany Stratton, Randy Orton,
Jade Cargill, and LA Knight!
and more!
Lucha
Libre AAA Worldwide
Feb 21
Contract Signing: El Hijo del Vikingo and Dominik
Mysterio
Abismo Negro vs. El Fiscal
The Eye
and more!
UFC
Fight Night 267
Feb 21
Strickland vs Hernandez
Toyota Center
Houston, Texas
*card/s
subject to change
*correct at time of publication to best of knowledge
News
The
Lead Up (For historical, educational and reference
purposes)
WWE
RAW
Feb 9
Rocket Arena
Cleveland, Ohio
CM Punk
Rhea Ripley
The Vision
and much more!
WWE
NXT
Feb 10
Orlando, Florida
Joe Hendry
Ricky Saints
Blake Monroe
GM Robert Stone
UFC
BJJ
@ufcbjj
Feb
12
Las Vegas, Nevada
WWE
SmackDown
Feb 13
American Airlines Center
Dallas, Texas
Cody Rhodes
Jade Cargill
Jacob Fatu
and much more!
PBR
Feb 13-14
Professional Bull Riders
Unleash The Beast
Pittsburgh, PA
WWE
Feb 14
Road To WrestleMania
(House Show)
Lubbock, Texas
Lucha
Libre AAA Worldwide
Feb 14
Mexico
War Raiders (Ivar & Erik) vs Los Americanos (Rayo
Americano & Bravo Americano) vs Money Machine
(Garra de Oro & Colmillo de Plata) – Number
one contender match for the World Tag Team titles
La Parka vs Jack Cartwheel
The Eye update
and much more
Zuffa
Boxing
Z03
Feb 15
Las Vegas, Nevada
*card/s
subject to change
*correct at time of publication to best of knowledge
News
The
Lead Up! (For historical and reference purposes)
WWE
SmackDown
Feb 6
Charlotte, North Carolina
WWE Elimination Chamber qualifiers
Ripley & Sky vs Giulia & James
Nakamura vs Tonga
and much more
UFC
Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira
Feb 7
Meta Apex
Paradise, Nevada
Bautista vs. Oliveira
and much more1
Broadcast: Paramount Plus
Lucha
Libre AAA Worldwide
Feb 7
Auditorio Arteaga
Santiago de Querétaro
Mexico
Ethan Page & Chelsea Green (c) vs. Mr. Iguana
& Lola Vice - Mixed Tag Title Match
El Grande Americano vs. Rey Fenix vs. Dragon Lee vs.
Octagón Jr - Rey de Reyes Qualifying Match
Dominik Mysterio to appear!
and more!
*card/s
subject to change
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2026
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Feb
9
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Feb
10
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12
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Feb
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Feb 14
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Feb
14
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one contender match for the World Tag Team titles
La Parka vs Jack Cartwheel
The Eye update
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Feb 15
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The
Lead Up! (For historical and reference purposes)
WWE
SmackDown
Feb 6
Charlotte, North Carolina
WWE Elimination Chamber qualifiers
Ripley & Sky vs Giulia & James
Nakamura vs Tonga
and much more
UFC
@ufc
Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira
Feb 7
Meta Apex
Paradise, Nevada
Bautista vs. Oliveira
and much more1
Broadcast: Paramount Plus
Lucha
Libre AAA Worldwide
Feb 7
Auditorio Arteaga
Santiago de Querétaro
Mexico
Ethan Page & Chelsea Green (c) vs. Mr. Iguana
& Lola Vice - Mixed Tag Title Match
El Grande Americano vs. Rey Fenix vs. Dragon Lee vs.
Octagón Jr - Rey de Reyes Qualifying Match
Dominik Mysterio to appear!
and more!
*card/s
subject to change
*correct at time of publication to best of knowledge
Media
Man Sports Watercooler
Combat
Sports
January
2026
MMA/UFC/TKO
Joe
Rogan On Tom Aspinall
“The
Tom Aspinall-Ciryl Gane thing was a f*cking disaster”
...“I mean, that’s a disaster. Tom Aspinall
still can’t see. He’s got a f*cked-up right
eyeball still. The reality is he might not ever fight
again. Like, who knows? If he has surgery on his eye,
and it doesn’t go well and he can’t see
out of the eye … apparently he’s still f*cked
up in his right eye. There’s some tendon damage
or something. Eyes are so tricky, you never know.”
“Unless
you’re a complete psychopath like Michael Bisping,
who fought 11 fights in the UFC blind in one eye,
which is so crazy that he did that” ... “I
hope Tom gets back in because again, we don’t
really know what’s going on with his eye. And
for all the critics, you need to know this.
“The
right eye, that’s the problem, but if you look
at when he fought, his left eye, the finger went deeper
in his left eye than it did his right eye. So if you
think he’s faking it, he was knuckle-deep in
that f*cking left eye. It’s horrible to see.”
News
WWE
Triple
H via X
“The
Stranger Things #WWERaw could turn the
@WWE
upside down…
Punk
vs. Breakker for the World Heavyweight Championship.
This
Monday LIVE on
@netflix
.”
Overview
Barclays
Center
Brooklyn, New York
3
championship matches are scheduled
Current
WWE Raw lineup
WWE
World Heavyweight Championship
CM Punk vs Bron Breakker
Liv
Morgan vs Lyra Valkyria
WWE
Women’s Intercontinental Title
Maxxine Dupri vs Becky Lynch
WWE
Women’s Tag Team Title
The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka & Kairi Sane) vsRhea
Ripley and IYO SKY
and
some big suprises. No spoilers!
RAW
Gets Stranger!!!
News
WWE's
Gunther On Joining The Company
"Yes
I did and that's why I didn't sign with them for a
bit before I actually went" ... "It was
definitely a thought. I never saw myself in WWE, I
always thought I would, if things go well, I would
work in Japan and that's my jam and that's where I
fit. That never happened really and yeah, now we're
here, so it's like it shows it's like it's hard to
predict. You should never like cancel anything out
in your life when it comes to possibilities and stuff
like that, and I never expected it to fit that well
as it does, but here we are and I think as long as
I can be here and be a good contrast to everybody
else and provide something different, I think that's
why it fits and as long as I can do it, I think I'm
going to have a good position here." Gunther,
via The Masked Man podcast
News
Freestyle
Wrestling Legend Gable Steveson Goes On Record Re
Time With WWE
“Honestly,
I had a great experience. I have nothing wrong with
anybody there. TKO was great. ‘Triple H’
Paul Levesque was great, Stephanie, Vince, everybody
was great.“
“I
just had a competitive drive that I needed to get
out. And so, you know when you have that gap there,
you can’t do both. I was trying to bridge both,
and I wasn’t giving my 100 percent to the business.
And if I’m not going to give 100 percent to the
business, then you might as well X me out because
it’s already over with. That’s practically
how it happened.” GS
News
UFC
Champions
Men's
Divisions
Heavyweight: Tom Aspinall
(Elevated to undisputed champion after Jon Jones retired
and vacated the title in 2025.)
Light
Heavyweight: Alex Pereira
(Retained the title through changes in 2025, ending
the year as champion.)
Middleweight:
Khamzat Chimaev
(Dethroned Dricus du Plessis in 2025.)
Welterweight:
Islam Makhachev
(Won the welterweight title in 2025, becoming a two-division
champion after vacating lightweight.)
Lightweight:
Ilia Topuria
(Vacated featherweight to win the lightweight title
vacated by Makhachev, defeating Charles Oliveira via
knockout.)
Featherweight:
Alexander Volkanovski
(Regained the title in 2025 with a decision win over
Diego Lopes.)
Bantamweight:
Petr Yan
(Dethroned Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323, becoming
a two-time champion.)
Flyweight:
Joshua Van
(Dethroned Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 323 after Pantoja
suffered an injury early in the fight.)
Women's
Divisions
Women's Flyweight: Valentina Shevchenko
(Longest-reigning current champion; successfully defended
against challengers including Zhang Weili's attempt
in 2025.)
Women's
Bantamweight: Kayla Harrison
(Won the title in 2025 with a submission over Julianna
Peña.)
Women's
Featherweight: (Vacant or not actively contested)
Women's
Strawweight: Mackenzie Dern
(Won the vacant title in 2025 after Zhang Weili vacated
to move up.)
News
UFC
324
Gaethje
vs Pimblett
January
24, 2026
T-Mobile Arena
Paradise, Nevada
Las Vegas Valley
Lightweight
Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett
Women's
Bantamweight
Kayla Harrison (c) vs. Amanda Nunes
Bantamweight
Sean O'Malley vs. Song Yadong
Heavyweight
Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Derrick Lewis
Featherweight
Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva
Lightweight
Michael Johnson vs. Alexander Hernandez
Light
Heavyweight
Nikita Krylov vs. Modestas Bukauskas
Bantamweight
Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Deiveson Figueiredo
Middleweight
Ateba Gautier vs. Andrey Pulyaev
Flyweight
Alex Perez vs. Charles Johnson
Women's
Flyweight
Natália Silva vs. Rose Namajunas
Heavyweight
Josh Hokit vs. Denzel Freeman
Bantamweight
Ricky Turcios vs. Cameron Smotherman
News
UFC
UFC
325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2
February
1, 2026
Qudos Bank Arena
Sydney, Australia
Featherweight
Alexander Volkanovski (c) vs. Diego Lopes
Lightweight
Dan Hooker vs. Benoît Saint Denis
Lightweight
Rafael Fiziev vs. Maurício Ruffy
Featherweight
Kaan Ofli vs. Yi Zha
Heavyweight
Tai Tuivasa vs. Tallison Teixeira
Light
Heavyweight
Junior Tafa vs. Billy Elekana
Welterweight
Jonathan Micallef vs. Oban Elliott
Lightweight
Quillan Salkilld vs. Rong Zhu
Light
Heavyweight
Jimmy Crute vs. Dustin Jacoby
Middleweight
Cameron Rowston vs. Cody Brundage
Lightweight
Kim Sang-wook vs. Dom Mar Fan
Featherweight
Keiichiro Nakamura vs. Sebastian Szalay
Middleweight
Jacob Malkoun vs. Torrez Finney
Bantamweight
Sulang Rangbo vs. Lawrence Lui
Flyweight
Aaron Tau vs. Namsrai Batbayar
News
WWE
RAW
December 5, 2026
Barclays Center
Brooklyn, New York
CM Punk vs Bron Breakker
and much more!
RAW Gets Stranger!
WWE
SmackDown
January 2, 2026
KeyBank Center
Buffalo, New York
WWE
RAW
December 29
KIA Center
Orlando, Florida
Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory
WWE
NXT
December 30
Evans vs Saints
Orlando, Florida
WWE
SmackDown
January 23rd, 2026
Bell Center
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
WWE
Saturday Night's Main Event
January 24, 2026
Bell Center
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
WWE
RAW
January 26, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Scotiabank Arena
WWE
SmackDown
Jabuary 30, 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
WWE
Royal Rumble 2026
January 31, 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
*Keep
checking the official WWE website for futher details
*Overview
of events. More events scheduled!
*Subject
to change
News
Real
American Freestyle (RAF)
Real
American Freestyle (RAF) is a professional freestyle
wrestling promotion that launched in 2025. Founded
by Chad Bronstein, Terri Francis, and the late WWE
legend Hulk Hogan, the league aims to redefine "professional
wrestling" as an unscripted, legitimate athletic
competition rather than scripted entertainment.
Core
Features and Mission
Unscripted
Competition: Unlike traditional pro wrestling (WWE/AEW),
RAF features real matches with no predetermined outcomes.
Elite
Athlete Roster: The promotion signs Olympic gold medalists,
NCAA champions, and high-profile MMA fighters. Notable
athletes include Henry Cejudo, Kyle Dake, Gable Steveson,
and Wyatt Hendrickson.
Professional
Platform: Historically, amateur wrestlers lacked a
path to earn money professionally. RAF provides a
platform for these athletes to profit from their skills
while maintaining eligibility for active NCAA wrestlers
through NIL sponsorships.
Rules
and Scoring
RAF
uses modified freestyle wrestling rules designed to
encourage high-amplitude throws and intense action:
Match
Structure: Matches consist of three periods of two
minutes each, totaling six minutes.
Scoring:
5
Points: High-amplitude throws from standing.
2
Points: Takedowns and exposing the opponent's back
from the ground.
1
Point: Reversals, step-outs (pushing an opponent out
of bounds), or shot clock violations.
Ending
a Match: Bouts end by pinfall, technical fall (a 10-point
lead), or the expiration of time. Ties are decided
by "criteria," typically awarding the win
to the wrestler who scored the last point.
Recent
and Upcoming Events (2025–2026)
The
promotion's flagship events, known as RAF cards, air
exclusively on Fox Nation.
RAF
04 (Dec 20, 2025): Held in Fishers, Indiana. Wyatt
Hendrickson retained his Heavyweight Title against
Mason Parris.
RAF
05 (Jan 10, 2026): Scheduled for Sunrise, Florida,
featuring a main event between UFC veterans Colby
Covington and Luke Rockhold.
RAF
06 (Feb 28, 2026): Set for Tempe, Arizona, headlined
by Henry Cejudo vs. Urijah Faber.
Television
Series: A weekly two-hour live series is slated to
begin airing in early 2026.
News
WWE
Drew
McIntyre Burns Dusty Rhodes Photo in WWE Title Challenge
to Cody
On
the first SmackDown of 2026, McIntyre announced punishing
rules for his Undisputed WWE Championship match against
Cody Rhodes next Friday in Berlin: a straight wrestling
match, falls count anywhere, and a steel cage if needed.
Rhodes charged the ring in fury but was held back
by security as McIntyre invoked family legacy to stoke
the rivalry. Fans are divided, with some rooting for
McIntyre's European homecoming win and others backing
Rhodes to defend his title amid rumors of bigger challengers
ahead.
News
WWE's
AJ Styles Slams Fan's AEW Career-End Suggestion
Styles
quoted a fan claiming he should have ended his Hall
of Fame run in AEW for its style over WWE money, calling
it one of the 'dumbest things' ever said in a Jeopardy!-style
jab that racked up over 7,000 likes. The 48-year-old
TNA and NJPW legend chose WWE a decade ago, winning
two championships and feuding with Cena and Reigns
despite recent injuries. Fans split along WWE-AEW
lines, with some praising his packed-arena choice
and others pushing dream matches, but Styles stays
loyal to WWE as his exit nears.
News
Drew
McIntyre Reveals Brutal Three Stages of Hell for Cody
Rhodes Title Match
On
SmackDown's season premiere in Buffalo, McIntyre announced
the stipulations for his Undisputed WWE Championship
match against Rhodes next week in Berlin: first a
standard wrestling match, then falls count anywhere,
and finally inside a steel cage. The personal attack
escalated their feud after McIntyre invaded Rhodes'
bus and torched the family photo, drawing a 'FOUL'
from WWE. Triple H hyped the throwback 'Three Stages
of Hell' clash at Uber Arena on January 9, as fans
debate if McIntyre can dethrone the champ or see his
main event run end.
News
Media
Man
WWE
wins Media Man 'Wrestling Promotion Of The Month'
award
TKO
wins Media Man 'Entertainment Promoter Of The Month'
award; 'Sports Promoter Of The Month' award
Netflix
wins Media Man 'Streaming Service Of The Month' award
Stranger
Things wins Media Man 'Streaming Series Of The Month'
award
Trick
Williams wins Media Man 'Pro Wrestling Promo Of The
Month' award (so far)
Killer
Kross wins Media Man 'Indy Wrestler Of The Month'
award
Chris
Jericho wins Media Man 'Wrestling Free Agent Of The
Month' award
Liv
Morgan wins Media Man 'NXT Wrestler Of The Month'
award
TNA
Wrestling wins Media Man 'Most Improved Wrestling
Promotion Of The Year' award; Runner-ups: AEW, MLW
and WSW
RAF
wins Media Man 'Freestyle Wrestling Promotion Of The
Year' award (2025)
'Combat
Sports Week'
and
Forward Planning!
WWE
@WWE
WWE RAW
January 5, 2026
Barclays Center
Brooklyn, New York
CM Punk vs Bron Breakker
and much more!
RAW Gets Stranger!
WWE
SmackDown
January 9, 2026
Uber Arena
Berlin, Germany
Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre - Three Stages Of Hell
- WWE Title
WWE
RAW
January 11, 2026
OSD Bank Dome
Dusseldorf, Germany
WWE
SmackDown
January 2, 2026
KeyBank Center
Buffalo, New York
WWE
RAW
December 29
KIA Center
Orlando, Florida
Rey Mysterio vs Austin Theory
WWE
NXT
@WWENXT
December
30
Evans vs Saints
Orlando, Florida
WWE
SmackDown
January 23rd, 2026
Bell Center
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
WWE
Saturday Night's Main Event
January 24, 2026
Bell Center
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
UFC
@ufc
UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett
January 24, 2026
T-Mobile Arena
Paradise, Nevada
WWE
RAW
January 26, 2026
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Scotiabank Arena
WWE
SmackDown
Jabuary 30, 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
WWE
Royal Rumble 2026
January 31, 2026
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
*Keep
checking the official WWE/TKO websites and socials
for futher details
*Overview
of events. More events scheduled!
*Subject
to change
WWE
Website
https://wwe.com
https://wwe.com/events/
https://wwe.com/shows
Media
Man: Pumped! History will be made!
Media
Man Combat Sports Watercooler
Australia
And World Prepares For Strong Combat Sports Weekend
October
2025
October
22/23, 2025
News
WWE
Roman Reigns Returned To WWE A Few Weeks Ago; Gone
Again! Rumor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson To
Return; WWE Fanbase Keen On Potential Chris Jericho
Return! Edge Rumors!
Brock
Lesnar Returns To WWE; Seen Mainly On PLE's!
WWE
Women's Division On Fire
MFT's
(My Family Tree) Faction feud with Wyatt Sicks!
Los
Americanos Lucha Faction
Santos
Escobar Re-signs With WWE
Australians
Bronson Reed Elevated In Top Tier
Rhea
Ripley Recovering From Broken Nose Suffered In Japan;
Fan Sign Spotted "We Want Buddy" (RR's husband)
Will
Half Aussie Nia Jax Play Spoiler Again In Title Picture?
Aussie
Big G Grayson Waller Ready For Rocket Ship Push? New
Day To Mars! Great Feud With Penta!
WWE
Home To World's Greatest Women Wrestlers: Ripley,
Asuka, Stratton, IYO SKY, Sane, Sol Ruca, Zaria rising!
(stayed turned to NXT's Halloween Havoc for situations)!
Maxxine
Duprix Most Improved! Tears House Down On RAW vs Lynch
in re-match!
News
WWE
SmackDown
October 24
Tempe, Arizona
Mullett Arena
Cody Rhodes, MFT's and more!
NXT
Halloween Havoc
October 25
Prescott, Arizona
Findlay Toyota Center
Saints vs Williams - NXT Title
Page vs Dr. Wagner Jr - Day Of The Dead Match - NXT
North American Title
Zaria vs Blake Monroe - NXT North American Title
Hardy's vs Darkstate - Broken Rules match!
Jayne vs Paxley -NXT Women's Title
WWE
RAW
October 27
Anaheim, CA
Honda Center
CM Punk, Knight, Ripley and more!
UFC
321
Aspinall vs. Gane
October 25, 2025
Etihad Arena
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
WWE
Saturday Night's Main Event
November 1
Salt Lake City, Utah
Delta Center
CM
Punk vs Jey Uso - World Heavyweight Title
Cody
Rhodes (c) vs Drew McIntyre - Undisputed WWE Title
and
more!
WWE
RAW
November 3
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho Event Center
Rhea Ripley, CM Punk and more!
News
Pro
Wrestling
Killer
Kross (and Scarlett) In DEFY! Re-finds Authentic Self;
Life Is Fighting! One Big Work?!
Boxing
News
Logan
Paul Set To Box Brother Jake Paul
Developing News Story! Stay tuned to Impaulsive Podcast!
News
(Australia)
MMA/UFC
Aussie
Robert Whittaker calls out Sean Strickland for White
House event: ‘It’ll be a fun fight’
“I
would love to fight Sean Strickland in front of the
White House,” Whittaker went on record with on
Fox Sports Australia on Wednesday. “For one,
I think that’s going to be a monumental occasion.
When are you ever going to be able to fight in front
of the White House ever again? But I’ve been
trying to fight Sean for the longest of times just
because I like that fight.
“We’ve
been in the same circles for a while. He’s still
ranked 3, which puts me right back into a conversation
that I want to be a part of, and I think it’ll
be a fun fight. I think it’ll be a good fight
to watch. I’d love to be on that.” RW
News
Motorsport
Supercheap
Auto, Red Bull and Repco are the brands most firmly
associated with the V8 Supercars and Bathurst 1000
(Roy Morgan Summary) Research from Roy Morgan shows
that three key brands -Supercheap Auto, Red Bull and
Repco - stand out as associated most strongly with
the V8 Supercars Championship, which includes the
Bathurst 1000. Supercheap Auto, which was the naming
rights sponsor for the Bathurst 1000 from 2005 to
2020, is still associated with V8 Supercars by 13%
of Australians (3.1 million). Red Bull, the naming
rights sponsor of the most successful V8 Supercars
team since 2013, is associated with the V8 Supercars
by 11% of Australians (2.6 million). Repco, which
has been the naming rights sponsor of the Bathurst
1000 since 2021, is associated with the V8 Supercars
by 9% of Australians (equivalent to 2.1 million people).
Other brands associated with V8 Supercars include
Ampol, Dunlop and Mobil (6% of Australians for each),
Beaurepaires (5%), Boost Mobile (4%), and Armor All,
BP, Coca Cola, Coates Hire and Jim Beam (all 3%).
Meanwhile, almost 2.6 million Australians aged 14+
said they watched the Bathurst 1000 in the year to
June 2025; this is equivalent to 11.3% of Australians.
(RMS)
News
Flashback
October
10
Billionaire
injects further $900m into Dazn
Corporate
filings show that UK-based sports streaming company
DAZN posted a loss of $US936m in 2024, compared with
a $1.4bn loss a year earlier. Revenue in 2024 was
$US323m higher than previously at $US3.2bn, although
the financial results were prior to the completion
of DAZN's acquisition of Foxtel earlier in 2025. The
corporate filings also show that DAZN's owner Len
Blavatnik invested an additional $891m in the streaming
provider in 2024 via his investment company, Access
Industries. Blavatnk has now invested more than $11bn
in DAZN over the last decade. (RMS)
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6
Seven
weighs new bid for next NRL rights
There
is speculation that Seven West Media could pursue
new talks with US-based NBCUniversal regarding a joint
venture streaming service if the proposed merger with
Southern Cross Media Group proceeds. Industry sources
have indicated that NBCUniversal's requirement for
the Stokes family to reduce their stake in Seven West
to just 20 per cent had been a 'deal breaker' when
the talks were held in 2022. The Stokes family's stake
will fall to 20 per cent if the merger with Southern
Cross goes ahead. Seven insiders have also suggested
that having its own streaming service could also Seven
to bid for the NRL broadcasting rights; Seven has
limited options at present given that its holds the
AFL rights. (RMS)
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Kayo,
Binge remain key pillars of Foxtel
Foxtel
Group executive Mark Frain has emphasised that the
pay-TV company remains committed to the Binge streaming
service under its new owner, the sports-focused DAZN.
The CEO of Foxtel Media says the entertainment-focused
Binge is a key part of the group's future plans; he
argues that Binge provides DAZN with an opportunity
to bolster and complement sport. Meanwhile, Frain
expects demand for Kayo Sports to continue growing
amongst both from advertisers and subscribers. Foxtel
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October
2025
Dana
White's Contender Series
Dana
White's Contender Series Season 9 Concludes with Five
Contracts and Epic Knockouts
The
ninth season of Dana White's Contender Series ended
Tuesday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, where five fighters
earned UFC contracts in six bouts, bringing the year's
total to a record 41. Standout performances included
Michael Oliveira's second-round TKO in the welterweight
opener, Marwan Rahiki's dramatic comeback TKO in the
middleweight fight after two first-round knockdowns,
and Juan Diaz's viral spinning back elbow knockout
in the bantamweight bout. UFC CEO Dana White praised
the talent on display as the series sets to return
next summer. (Grok)
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Flashback
UFC
Fighters Banned for Life
The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) maintains a strict
code of conduct, anti-doping policies, and zero-tolerance
stance on criminal behavior, leading to lifetime bans
for several fighters over the years. These bans are
typically enforced by UFC President Dana White, the
Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC), or anti-doping
agencies like USADA (now CSAD). While some fighters
have been released or suspended without a formal "lifetime"
label, the following list compiles the most notable
cases of permanent bans from competing in the UFC,
based on documented incidents.
Note
that a few (like Wanderlei Silva) have had bans partially
lifted over time, but they remain ineligible or have
retired.
Year
Banned
Reason for Ban
Key Details & Aftermath
Randy
Couture
2007
Contract disputes, public criticism of UFC management,
and association with rival promotion Xtreme Fighting
Championships (XFC).
The
Hall of Famer and two-division champion was effectively
persona non grata with Dana White. He returned in
2011 after reconciliation but retired shortly after.
Rousimar
Palhares
2013
Refusing to release submissions after the referee
stopped fights (e.g., heel hook on Mike Pierce at
UFC Fight Night 29).
Known
as a "heel hook specialist," his unsportsmanlike
conduct led to a swift release. He competed in other
promotions like WSOF but was later suspended for doping
elsewhere.
War
Machine (Jon Koppenhaver)
2014
Severe criminal assault on ex-girlfriend Christy Mack,
resulting in a 19-year prison sentence.
Banned immediately after his arrest; his prior controversial
comments and behavior sealed the decision. He's serving
time and unlikely to fight again.
Paul
Daley ("Semtex")
2010
Post-fight sucker punch to Josh Koscheck at UFC 113.
The British striker was cut and banned on the spot
by White during the press conference. He thrived in
Bellator, winning their welterweight title.
Jason
"Mayhem" Miller
2012
Backstage altercation after UFC 146 loss to C.B. Dollaway,
plus prior incidents like invading a rival's gym.
The TUF alum's chaotic personality led to the ban.
He fought sporadically in Bellator and Japan before
retiring.
Thiago
Silva
2014
Fleeing a random drug test and domestic violence allegations
(charges later dropped, but UFC acted swiftly).
The
Brazilian light heavyweight was NSAC-banned for life
initially; he fought in other promotions like PFL
but retired in 2020.
Wanderlei
Silva
2014
Refusal to comply with NSAC drug testing and evading
investigators.
The PRIDE legend's ban was reduced to 2 years by CAS
in 2015, but he never returned to UFC, retiring in
2017 after a Bellator stint.
Ruslan
Magomedov
2018
Multiple USADA doping violations (third failed test)
and refusal to provide a sample.
The Russian heavyweight became the first lifetime
USADA ban recipient, ending his UFC career after just
four fights.
Nick
Diaz
2015
Third marijuana violation under NSAC rules, leading
to a 5-year suspension; UFC extended to lifetime ban.
The Stockton star's ban was lifted in 2021, allowing
his return at UFC 266 (he lost to Robbie Lawler).
Not truly permanent anymore.
Matt
Riddle
2013
Positive marijuana test post-UFC release, coupled
with controversial comments about using it to avoid
"beating his children."
White publicly vowed never to rehire the wrestler-turned-MMA
fighter, who transitioned to WWE before being released
there in 2023.
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UFC
Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen
October
18, 2025
Rogers
Arena
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
UFC
Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen (also known as UFC
Fight Night 262 and UFC on ESPN+ 120) is an upcoming
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Fighting Championship that will take place on October
18, 2025, at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia,
Canada
Card:
Middleweight
Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen
Welterweight
Kevin Holland vs. Mike Malott
Bantamweight
Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi
Women's
Flyweight
Manon Fiorot vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius
Bantamweight
Cody Gibson vs. Aori Qileng
Lightweight
Kyle Nelson vs. Matt Frevola
Preliminary
card (ESPN+)
Bantamweight
Charles Jourdain vs. Davey Grant
Flyweight
Bruno Gustavo da Silva vs. Park Hyun-sung
Middleweight
Danny Barlow vs. Djorden Ribeiro dos Santos
Lightweight
Kyle Prepolec vs. Drew Dober
Women's
Strawweight
Stephanie Luciano vs. Ravena Oliveira
Middleweight
Azamat Bekoev vs. Yousri Belgaroui
Women's
Bantamweight
Melissa Croden vs. Tainara Lisboa
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UFC
321: Aspinall vs. Gane
October
25, 2025
Etihad Arena
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
UFC
321: Aspinall vs. Gane is an upcoming mixed martial
arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship
that will take place on October 25, 2025, at the Etihad
Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Card:
Heavyweight
Tom Aspinall (c) vs. Ciryl Gane
Women's
Strawweight
Virna Jandiroba vs. Mackenzie Dern
Bantamweight
Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Mario Bautista
Heavyweight
Alexander Volkov vs. Jailton Almeida
Light
Heavyweight
Aleksandar Rakic vs. Azamat Murzakanov
Preliminary
card (ESPN+ / Disney+ / FX)
Lightweight
Ludovít Klein vs. Mateusz Rebecki
Middleweight
Ikram Aliskerov vs. Park Jun-yong
Lightweight
Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady vs. Matheus Camilo
Featherweight
Nathaniel Wood vs. Jose Miguel Delgado
Heavyweight
Hamdy Abdelwahab vs. Chris Barnett
Flyweight
Azat Maksum vs. Mitch Raposo
Women's
Strawweight
Jaqueline Amorim vs. Mizuki Inoue
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UFC
322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev is an upcoming
mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate
Fighting Championship that will take place on November
15, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City,
New York, United States.
UFC
322: Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev
November
15, 2025
Madison Square Garden
New York City, New York, United States
Card:
Welterweight
Jack Della Maddalena (c) vs. Islam Makhachev
Women's
Flyweight
Valentina Shevchenko (c) vs. Zhang Weili
Welterweight
Leon Edwards vs. Carlos Prates
Lightweight
Beneil Dariush vs. Benoît Saint Denis
Middleweight
Baisangur Susurkaev vs. Eric McConico
Middleweight
Roman Kopylov vs. Gregory Rodrigues
Middleweight
Bo Nickal vs. Rodolfo Vieira
Women's
Flyweight
Erin Blanchfield vs. Tracy Cortez
Middleweight
Kyle Daukaus vs. Gerald Meerschaert
Women's
Strawweight
Angela Hill vs. Fatima Kline
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September
2025
TKO/Zuffa/Sela
vs The World ... or collaborating with the combat
sports world?!
TKO's/UFC's
super-promoter Dana White has been notoriously vocal
with his criticisms of the boxing biz world in the
past, which makes his newfound involvement in the
sport all the more motivating for a promoter as competitive
as Eddie Hearn.
"I'm
excited to cross swords with Dana," Hearn advised.
"There will never be any disrespect, if I'm honest.
You're never going to see me slagging him off or talking
down about him. I'm excited by the challenge because
I think it's a real challenge. I don't expect Dana
and TKO to come into boxing and just sit in a corner
and deliver some decent numbers for shareholders.
I think they're going to want to have a presence and
try and dominate the sport. It's the ego that they
all are blessed with.
"It's
good for me in many ways. ... If he really has ambitions
to try and dominate the sport, it is going to be me
and him duking it out. I don't think that's bad for
boxing, honestly. He probably believes he can dominate
boxing, dominate me, dominate everything. And I feel
the same. So you've got two guys with a lot of ambition,
with deep pockets and big egos. In a pleasant way,
let a battle commence."
What
may be a potential low blow for the sport, however,
are TKO's ongoing attempts to circumvent the Muhammad
Ali Boxing Reform Act, which has protected fighter
rights (to a considerable degree) since its creation
in 1999. The act is not perfect, as is the case with
most rules/acts, or whatever you want to call it old
sport.
Hearn
has navigated boxing for decades with the Act in place
and not batted much of an eye, so naturally he's dubious
or even suspicious, of the intentions White and company
have with the newly-introduced Muhammad Ali American
Boxing Revival Act, a TKO-backed bill which drew extensive
criticism at a recent California State Athletic Commission
meeting. The answer to that question, Hearn said,
will provide clarity about Zuffa Boxing's future and
intentions.
Eddie
Hearn has some new competition in the boxing world.
This
past weekend marked the first event of the long-awaited
Zuffa Boxing era, helmed by UFC CEO Dana White and
Saudi fight financier Turki Alalshikh. Terence "Bud"
Crawford went toe-to-toe with Saul "Canelo"
Alvarez to cap off the historic night Saturday in
Las Vegas, with Crawford winning a unanimous decision
to become undisputed super middleweight champion.
The
foray into boxing has been on White's mind for several
years, though ultimately it took a partnership with
Riyadh Season's Alalshikh to make the ambition a reality.
As a result, White and Matchroom Boxing's Hearn have
now become rivals of sorts. And while the two powerhouse
promoters have long maintained a friendly relationship,
things did appear to shift in the lead-up to Crawford
vs. Alvarez.
"Our
relationship's good," Hearn said of White on
"The Ariel Helwani Show." "I've never
had any kind of falling out with Dana. I can't stress
enough the respect I have for him.
"But
you can't expect me, a guy who is extremely competitive,
to not want to roll up my sleeves and see who is the
best in boxing, because I believe I am the best in
boxing. We're the only global promotion company in
the world, and I believe I'm head and shoulders above
everybody as a promoter. Call that delusion, call
that arrogance, or call that the truth. But that's
what I truly believe."
White
has been notoriously vocal with his criticisms of
the boxing world in the past, which makes his newfound
involvement in the sport all the more motivating for
a promoter as competitive as Hearn.
What
may be problematic for the sport, however, are TKO's
ongoing attempts to circumvent the Muhammad Ali Boxing
Reform Act, which has protected fighter rights since
its creation in 1999.
Hearn
has navigated boxing for decades with the Act in place
and not batted much of an eye, so naturally he's dubious
of the intentions White and company have with the
newly-introduced Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival
Act, a TKO-backed bill which drew extensive criticism
at a recent California State Athletic Commission meeting.
The answer to that question, Hearn said, will provide
clarity about Zuffa Boxing's future and intentions.
"Why
are you trying to get that Act changed or removed?"
Hearn said. "The strange thing about that act
is that on every [boxing] show, you have to declare
to the fighters on the card the revenue of the event,
which is quite unique.
"Clearly,
there isn't really a problem with that in the boxing
world because a significant proportion of the revenue
is paid to the athletes. So maybe when there's a bigger
TV deal [for TKO], the split of that revenue is not
paid accordingly with the tradition of the industry,
and I don't think they're going to go with the tradition
of the industry. I think they will think that fighters
are overpaid because [boxers] are in relation to the
UFC and MMA talent."
White
has already raised a few eyebrows within boxing circles
in the lead-up to Crawford vs. Alvarez, boasting that
he's promoted two of the three highest-selling gates
in the sport's history between Saturday's event at
Allegiant Stadium and the 2017 crossover spectacle
between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor.
While
true, Hearn believes the claim to be a bit disingenuous.
"If
you really want to come into boxing and call Mayweather-McGregor
one of the biggest fights of all time, please. It
was an exhibition. That's not a fight," Hearn
said. "And by the way, Crawford-Canelo was not
Dana White's fight. It was Turki Alalshikh's fight,
and [White] was invited to be the promoter. Well done,
well played.
"Let's
not get it twisted. The work that Turki Alalshikh
has done in boxing has paved the way for Canelo-Crawford.
Without Turki Alalshikh, Canelo vs. Crawford never
would have happened. In fact, it wouldn't have even
been a fight that Dana White would have even considered
or thought of making. So well done to Dana, well done
to TKO. But let's give the credit of Canelo-Crawford
to Turki Alalshikh, the man that truly paid up for
the fight. The man that truly had the vision for two
generational greats to meet in a ring. I didn't believe
that fight could get made. He went out and made it."
The
partnership between Alalshikh and TKO is an interesting
one for Hearn, who's worked extensively alongside
the Saudi money man. How will it continue to look?
How much input do White and TKO actually have?
From
Hearn's experience, the answer to the latter question
might not be much.
"Working
with Turki Alalshikh is a wild ride," Hearn said.
"Dana works at a high level. Mark Shapiro, Nick
Khan, all these people — they're very, very good
at what they do. They're very smart, but they also
like to do what they do and what they want to do.
Turki Alalshikh, I'm just being straight, he doesn't
really allow you to do what you want to do. He does
what he wants to do, and you follow.
"I've
learned over the years of working with him, your advice
mainly falls on deaf ears. He's a very smart guy,
and there's a method to the madness. But the traditional
ways of going on sale through tickets or announcing
the press conference or even announcing the fights,
it's not the traditional way with him. And I think
they're going to clash, but money's money, isn't it?
It depends if you're prepared to keep your mouth quiet
and do as you're told. I am. Are they? That's the
difference for me."
All
in all, Hearn believes everyone involved with this
latest venture is smart, has good contacts and connections,
and has the wisdom that guarantees them to succeed,
at least to a certain degree.
Yet
despite all White has laid out regarding his plans
to take over the sport, Hearn isn't concerned with
losing his position among the sport's promotional
giants.
"I
don't mean it disrespectfully when I say I think I'm
on another level in boxing," Hearn said. "You
can see that on the deliverance. When Dana does his
UFC stuff, it's the same kind of passion that I probably
have inside for boxing. I can't go into MMA and deliver
it in the same way. Whether you think you've got a
history in the sport, it's just not the same. It's
24/7, 365 days a year — live, breathe boxing.
"There's
nothing I don't know about my fighters' careers. The
opponents they've faced. BoxRec is the king of my
browser. I've been sitting, watching, learning the
sport for 40 years. It's just different."
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Matchroom:
The Greatest Showmen (Currently streaming via Netflix)
Reception
Early
reviews praise the series for its gripping portrayal
of the Hearns, drawing comparisons to Succession for
its family drama and business intrigue, though some
note a "hokey" reality-TV flair.
Boxing
and sports fans have hailed it as essential viewing
for its authentic glimpses into the industry, with
one IMDb user calling it "brilliant" for
fans of sales, sports, or the Hearns specifically.
Where
to Watch
Stream
all episodes exclusively on Netflix. A trailer is
available on the official Netflix site and Matchroom's
YouTube channel for a preview of the "rollercoaster"
ride.
Matchroom:
The Greatest Showmen is a six-episode sports documentary
series that premiered globally on Netflix on September
17, 2025. It offers unprecedented access to the Hearn
family and their Essex-based sports promotion empire,
Matchroom Sport, which has been a cornerstone of British
sporting culture for over four decades. The series
highlights the high-stakes world of promoting major
events in boxing, darts, snooker, and more, blending
family dynamics, business rivalries, and behind-the-scenes
drama.
Plot
Summary
The
documentary follows father-son duo Barry Hearn (Matchroom's
founder and president) and Eddie Hearn (CEO of Matchroom
Boxing) as they navigate the challenges of expanding
their multi-sport promotion company.
Key
storylines include: Eddie's intense focus on boxing,
including high-profile fights involving clients like
Anthony Joshua and Conor Benn (whose career faces
uncertainty due to personal and professional hurdles).
Barry's
strategies to boost visibility for sports like pool
and darts, featuring rising stars such as Luke Littler.
A longstanding family rivalry that escalates both
personally and professionally, adding tension to their
partnership.
Appearances
from other Matchroom stars like Katie Taylor and Ronnie
O'Sullivan, showcasing the glamour and grit of the
promotion business.
Produced
by Box To Box Films (the team behind Formula 1: Drive
to Survive and At Home with the Furys), the series
mixes raw business insights with personal anecdotes,
portraying the Hearns as competitive deal-makers who
defy traditional corporate norms.
Cast
and Key Figures
Barry
Hearn: Founder of Matchroom, OBE recipient, and the
patriarch driving the company's global ambitions.
Eddie Hearn: Charismatic CEO, known for blockbuster
boxing promotions and his larger-than-life persona.
Guest
Appearances: Anthony Joshua, Conor Benn, Luke Littler,
Katie Taylor, Ronnie O'Sullivan, and other athletes
under Matchroom's umbrella. (Grok)
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Boxing:
Deontay
Wilder is set to return to the ring against Tyrrell
Herndon in a high-stakes comeback fight, aiming to
reestablish his dominance in the heavyweight division
after a challenging period.
Claressa
Shields defeated Lani Daniels by unanimous decision
to retain her undisputed heavyweight title, moving
her record to 17-0.
Tim
Tszyu is preparing for a world title rematch against
Sebastian Fundora, expressing confidence but facing
fan criticism over promotional aspects. Posts on X
also suggest active discussions around a potential
Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight.
MMA/UFC:
UFC
318 saw significant action, with Max Holloway defeating
Dustin Poirier in Poirier’s retirement fight,
sparking debates over Fight of the Night awards and
future matchups, including a potential Holloway vs.
Ilia Topuria rematch.
Khabib
Nurmagomedov has been active, advising Khamzat Chimaev
to adjust his strategy for a potential fight against
Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 and supporting rule changes
suggested by Joe Rogan.
An
unusual incident involving UFC's Yana Kunitskaya fighting
an untrained woman over a street-crossing dispute
has stirred attention on X.
A
fight between Tatsuro Taira and Amir Albazi was canceled
for UFC Vegas 108, with a new main event potentially
featuring Waldo Cortes Acosta.
Other
Combat Sports:
The
Combat Sports Report highlighted events like the CS/R
Invitational in Chicago and fighter profiles, such
as Donovan Wegner’s upcoming bout in Salt Lake
City.
A
national amateur boxing champion in England was banned
for life from her club after assaulting a woman in
public, raising discussions on X about conduct in
the sport. (Grok)
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August
9-10, 2025, based on available information:
Baseball
(MLB): Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Game
3 of the series is tonight, with Nick Martinez starting
for Cincinnati. Airtime is 6:10 PM on 103.9 FM. The
Pirates won the previous game 3-2, with Brian Reynolds'
two-run triple in the 8th inning sealing the victory.
Basketball
(WNBA): Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky: The Fever return
home to face the Sky in Indianapolis at 8:00 PM. The
team is dealing with injuries, as Sydney Colson (torn
ACL) and Aari McDonald (broken foot) are out for the
season, and Caitlin Clark remains sidelined with a
groin injury.
Football
(Soccer):Arsenal vs. Athletic Club (Emirates Cup):
Arsenal won 3-0, but fans faced challenges finding
legitimate streaming options, leading to searches
for free or illegal streams. This event trended heavily
on X. [X Trend: Arsenal vs Athletic Club Streaming
Search]
Motorsport
(IndyCar): Grand Prix of Portland: IndyCar is in the
Pacific Northwest this weekend, with Will Power as
the defending champion.
Multi-Sport
Events: World Games (Chengdu, China): Ongoing from
August 7-17, featuring unique sports like acrobatic
gymnastics, aerobic gymnastics, archery, and more.
This multi-sport spectacle showcases disciplines not
typically seen in the Olympics.
Rugby
Union: Posts on X mention ongoing discussions about
the British & Irish Lions tour, with concussion
concerns highlighted in Reuters' Inside Track. No
specific matches are scheduled for this weekend, but
the topic is trending.
Golf:
FedEx St. Jude Championship (Memphis, TN): Running
from August 7-10, this PGA Tour event is part of the
FedEx Cup playoffs, with Scottie Scheffler in the
spotlight chasing a $25M prize.
Additional
Notes: The sports calendar is heating up with the
NFL preseason (Week 1 games from August 7-10 across
various venues) and preparations for the Premier League
season kickoff on August 16.
In
Houston, local events include the Sugar Land Space
Cowboys vs. Tacoma Rainiers (August 1-3, with games
continuing into the weekend) and the Big 3 basketball
league at Toyota Center on August 2, featuring Houston's
new team, the Rig Hands.
No
specific boxing events are noted for this weekend,
but X posts highlight anticipation for major fights
in September (e.g., Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford
on September 13). (Grok)
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NFL
Preseason Kicks Off: The NFL preseason began with
the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game on July 31, featuring
the Los Angeles Chargers defeating the Detroit Lions
34-7, led by veteran QB Teddy Bridgewater, who is
expected to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Training
camp updates highlight injuries, including Raiders
S Lonnie Johnson Jr. with a broken leg and Colts RB
Salvon Ahmed carted off with a severe lower leg injury.
Trade rumors swirl around Cowboys DE Micah Parsons
and Commanders WR Terry McLaurin, while the Dolphins
signed DT Zach Sieler to a 3-year, $67.75 million
extension.
Football
Leagues Start: The English Premier League 2025-26
season begins on August 16, with Latino stars like
Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal) and Alisson Becker
(Liverpool) in the spotlight. La Liga and Bundesliga
also start on August 16 and 22, respectively. The
UEFA Super Cup is set for August 13 in Udine, Italy.
Tennis:
The Cincinnati Open (August 5-18) is underway, a key
lead-up to the US Open (August 24-September 7) in
New York, where top Latino players like Francisco
Cerúndolo and Beatriz Haddad Maia are competing.
Formula
1: The Hungarian Grand Prix (August 1-3) featured
Latino drivers Franco Colapinto (Argentina) and Gabriel
Bortoleto (Brazil), with the Dutch Grand Prix scheduled
for August 29-31.
Golf:
The PGA Tour’s FedEx St. Jude Championship (August
7-10) in Memphis marks the start of the FedEx Cup
Playoffs, with Scottie Scheffler chasing a $25M prize.
The TOUR Championship follows (August 21-24).
Other
Events: The World Games in Chengdu, China (August
7-17) feature unique sports, while the Women’s
Volleyball World Championship runs in Thailand (August
22-September 7). The Vuelta a España cycling
race starts August 23.
Notable
Mentions: The Chicago Cubs honored Hall of Famer Ryne
Sandberg with special jerseys on August 1. Liverpool
FC unveiled new Adidas kits for the 2025-26 season.
In racing, Brian Brown’s crash at the Knoxville
Nationals sparked concern, but he exited his vehicle
unaided. (Grok)
News
WWE
World Tour 2025
WWE
RAW and SmackDown
WWE’s
summer tour includes additional dates in the U.S.,
Canada, and Europe:
July
7, 2025: Raw at Amica Mutual Pavilion, Providence,
Rhode Island
July 11, 2025: SmackDown at Bridgestone Arena, Nashville,
Tennessee
July 14, 2025: Raw at Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama
July 18, 2025: SmackDown at Frost Bank Center, San
Antonio, Texas
July 21, 2025: Raw at Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
July 25, 2025: SmackDown at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse,
Cleveland, Ohio
July 28, 2025: Raw at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit,
Michigan
August 1, 2025: SmackDown at Prudential Center, Newark,
New Jersey
August 4, 2025: Raw at Barclays Center, Brooklyn,
New York
August 8, 2025: SmackDown at Bell Centre, Montreal,
Quebec, Canada
August 11, 2025: Raw at Centre Videotron, Quebec City,
Quebec, Canada
August 15, 2025: SmackDown at TD Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
August 18, 2025: Raw at Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
August 22, 2025: SmackDown at 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland
August 25, 2025: Raw at bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham,
UK
August 29, 2025: SmackDown at LDLC Arena, Lyon-Décines,
France
September 1, 2025: Raw at Paris La Défense
Arena, Nanterre, France
Road
to Clash in Paris (Non-Televised Events)
August
23, 2025: M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, UK
August 24, 2025: Utilita Arena Newcastle, Newcastle
upon Tyne, UK
August 26, 2025: AO Arena, Manchester, UK
August 27, 2025: First Direct Arena, Leeds, UK
August 28, 2025: Utilita Arena Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales
Premium
Live Events (PLEs/PPVs)
WWE’s
2025 PLE calendar includes major events, some of which
are part of the world tour:
January
25, 2025: Saturday Night’s Main Event, San Antonio,
Texas (NBC/Peacock)
February
1, 2025: Royal Rumble, Indianapolis, Indiana (Peacock)
March
1, 2025: Elimination Chamber, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
(Peacock)
April
19-20, 2025: WrestleMania 41, Las Vegas, Nevada (Peacock)
May
10, 2025: Backlash, St. Louis, Missouri (Peacock)
May
24, 2025: Saturday Night’s Main Event, Tampa,
Florida (NBC/Peacock)
June
7, 2025: Money in the Bank, Los Angeles, California
(Peacock)
June
28, 2025: Night of Champions, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
(Peacock)
July
5, 2025: Evolution, Uncasville, Connecticut (Peacock)
July
12, 2025: Saturday Night’s Main Event, Atlanta,
Georgia (NBC/Peacock)
August
2-3, 2025: SummerSlam, East Rutherford, New Jersey
(Peacock)
August
31, 2025: Clash in Paris, Nanterre, France (Peacock)
October
11, 2025: Crown Jewel, Perth, Western Australia (Peacock)
November
29, 2025: Survivor Series, San Diego, California (Peacock)
December
13, 2025: Saturday Night’s Main Event, TBA (NBC/Peacock)
News
BKFC:
News
BKFC
79 Sturgis Results: At the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo
Chip in Sturgis, SD, Julian Lane defeated former champion
Gorjan Slaveski by unanimous decision (49-44, 49-44,
49-45) to claim the vacant welterweight title on August
2, 2025. In the co-main event, Taylor Starling won
against Shelby Cannon by unanimous decision (48-47,
48-47, 49-46). Other notable results included Corey
Willis defeating Zach Calmus by TKO in Round 2 and
David Simpson stopping Brandon Conley in just 26 seconds
of Round 1. The event was marked by several knockouts
and intense action.
Upcoming
Events: BKFC Fight Night Edmonton is set for August
9, 2025, featuring Drew Stuve vs. Will Santiago at
the River Cree Resort & Casino. Additional events
include BKFC Fight Night Montenegro on August 30,
BKFC 80 in Hollywood, FL on September 12, BKFC 81
in Manchester, UK on September 27, and BKFC 82 in
New Jersey on October 4.
Yoel
Romero’s BKFC Debut: Former UFC title challenger
Yoel Romero is scheduled to make his BKFC debut on
September 12, 2025, at BKFC 80 in Hollywood, FL, facing
Theo Doukas in a heavyweight bout. This marks a significant
signing for BKFC, with Romero coming off two KO wins
in a different striking competition.
Conor
McGregor’s Involvement: BKFC co-owner Conor McGregor
announced a 2025 Champions Summit and press conference
in Hollywood, FL, alongside BKFC President David Feldman.
McGregor has also teased potential BKFC fights for
himself and highlighted the return of fighter Mike
Perry, along with other new signings.
Other
Notable Developments:
BKFC parted ways with bantamweight champion Alberto
Blas due to conduct issues.
Eddie Alvarez predicted a knockout win over Jeremy
Stephens at a BKFC event in Philadelphia earlier in
2025.
Andrei Arlovski made a successful BKFC debut at 46,
stopping Josh Copeland, though BKFC champion Ben Rothwell
issued a warning about a potential future matchup.
Luke Rockhold criticized BKFC and bare-knuckle boxing,
sparking some controversy.
Cody Garbrandt was seen facing off with BKFC featherweight
champion Kai Stewart, fueling speculation about a
potential move to BKFC.
MMA
UFC
UFC
Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Hernandez (aka UFC on ESPN
72 and UFC Vegas 109)
August
9, 2025
Apex
Arena
Paradise, Las Vegas, Nevada
Main
Card:
Middleweight
Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez
Bantamweight
Steve Erceg vs.Ode' Osbourne
Women's
Strawweight
Iasmin
Lucindo vs. Angela Hill
Featherweight
Andre Fili vs. Christian Rodriguez
Bantamweight
Miles Johns vs. Jean Matsumoto
Middleweight
Eryk Anders vs. Christian Leroy Duncan
Prelims:
Light
Heavyweight
Julius Walker vs. Raffael Cerqueira
Bantamweight
Elijah Smith vs. Toshiomi Kazama
Women's
Bantamweight
Joselyne Edwards vs. Priscila Cachoeira
Welterweight
Uroš
Medic vs. Gilbert Urbina
Women's
Flyweight
Gabriella Fernandes vs. Julija Stoliarenko
Light
Heavyweight
Cody Brundage vs. Eric McConico
News
UFC
Betting: Dolidze vs. Hernandez
Betting
Odds: Anthony Hernandez: -330 to -350 (favorite across
multiple sources). A bet of $330-$350 wins $100. Roman
Dolidze: +260 to +276 (underdog). A $100 bet wins
$260-$276.
Over
2.5 Rounds: +160, suggesting the fight is expected
to go longer, potentially to a decision.
Fighter Breakdown:
Anthony
Hernandez: On a seven-fight win streak, with a strong
striking differential (4.5 significant strikes per
minute, 63% accuracy) and excellent cardio. He’s
known for relentless pressure, deft footwork, and
world-class grappling, with most wins by submission.
His game plan likely involves weathering Dolidze’s
early aggression and dominating later rounds.
Roman
Dolidze: Ranked No. 9 or 10 in the UFC middleweight
division, on a three-fight win streak, including victories
over Marvin Vettori and Kevin Holland. He’s a
powerful grappler with a dangerous guard and prefers
KO/TKO finishes. His cardio can be a concern, especially
late in fights, but his size and strength make him
a threat early.
Predictions
and Betting Insights:
Hernandez:
Favored due to his win streak, endurance, and versatility.
Analysts predict he could win by unanimous decision
or a late finish (Round 4 or 5) by capitalizing on
Dolidze’s potential fatigue. His striking and
grappling pressure are seen as key advantages.
Dolidze:
Some experts, like ESPN’s Din Thomas, pick Dolidze
as an underdog, citing his elite guard and ability
to create problems from the bottom. He could win by
submission or early KO if he catches Hernandez. His
grappling and power make him a live underdog, especially
at +260 or higher.
X
posts show mixed sentiment: some bettors favor Dolidze
as a value underdog due to his grappling and striking,
while others back Hernandez’s pace and consistency.
Betting Recommendations:
Hernandez
to Win (-350): Safe bet for parlays due to his form
and statistical edge, but the price is steep.
Over 2.5 Rounds (+160): Good value if you expect Hernandez
to grind out a decision or a late finish.
Dolidze
ML (+260): High-risk, high-reward for those believing
in his upset potential via early KO or submission.
Dolidze
by KO (+694) or Submission: Long-shot prop bets for
those backing his finishing ability.
Where
to Bet:
Check ESPN BET, BetMGM, or Smarkets for updated odds.
For
UK bettors, TNT Sports covers the event, and sites
like Oddschecker compare odds across bookmakers.
The
fight is close, but Hernandez’s momentum and
cardio make him the favorite. Dolidze’s power
and grappling offer upset potential, making him an
intriguing underdog. Always verify odds closer to
fight night, as they can shift. (Grok)
UFC
News Flashback:
UFC
Abu Dhabi Recap:
Reinier
de Ridder secured a split decision victory over Robert
Whittaker in a competitive middleweight main event
at UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. de Ridder on July
26, 2025, potentially positioning him for a title
shot against the winner of Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat
Chimaev at UFC 319. Whittaker, despite the loss, expressed
his intent to continue competing and "get back
on the horse."
Shara
Magomedov earned his fourth performance bonus with
a win over Marc-Andre Barriault but required nose
surgery post-fight. Tabatha Ricci delivered a TKO
win over Amanda Ribas, who faced health challenges,
including fainting and seizures, prior to the event.
Upcoming
Events:
UFC
Vegas 108 (August 2, 2025): A new main event features
Tatsuro Taira vs. Hyun Sung Park after Amir Albazi
withdrew due to medical reasons. Steve Erceg now faces
Ode Osbourne due to a change in opponents. The card
also includes Mateusz Rebecki vs. Chris Duncan.
UFC
Perth (September 27, 2025): A light heavyweight clash
between Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes headlines
the event.
UFC
319 (Chicago): Features Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat
Chimaev for the middleweight title, with Aaron Pico
debuting against Lerone Murphy in the co-main event.
Caio Borralho serves as the backup fighter.
UFC
320 (October 2025): Headlined by Magomed Ankalaev
vs. Alex Pereira for the light heavyweight title,
with Jiri Prochazka as the backup fighter and facing
Khalil Rountree Jr. on the card. Merab Dvalishvili
vs. Cory Sandhagen is also set for the bantamweight
title.
UFC
321: Tom Aspinall defends his heavyweight title against
Ciryl Gane, with concerns raised about the division’s
stability if Aspinall loses.
Notable
Fighter Updates:
Conor
McGregor: Shared images suggesting he’s undergoing
drug testing for a potential return, possibly targeting
a UFC White House card, though no official date is
confirmed.
Jon
Jones: Retired but recently called out for a potential
super fight with Fedor Emelianenko, which he appears
uninterested in. He’s also linked to rumors of
a White House card appearance.
Shavkat
Rakhmonov: His return is expected in November or December
2025, with his family tragically involved in a fatal
car accident in Kazakhstan.
Ilia
Topuria: Criticized for allegedly avoiding top lightweight
contender Arman Tsarukyan, with Michael Bisping and
others urging a fight.
Bryce
Mitchell: Moved to bantamweight, securing a unanimous
decision win over Said Nurmagomedov at UFC Abu Dhabi
despite early trouble.
Ronda
Rousey: Training session footage sparked rumors of
a potential return, possibly for a White House event.
News
Flasback
Other
News:
UFC
BJJ 2: Set for July 31, 2025, and will be live-streamed
for free on YouTube, featuring grappling action.
Glove
Change: The UFC reverted to its old glove design after
feedback, with Khalil Rountree noting practical reasons
for the switch.
Controversies:
Jon
Anik suggested a knockdown rule after Steven Nguyen’s
six-knockdown performance against Mohammad Yahya at
UFC Abu Dhabi, sparking debate about referee stoppages.
Khabib Nurmagomedov claimed the UFC delays title shots
for Russian fighters like Movsar Evloev and Magomed
Ankalaev. (Grok)
News
Flashback
White
House To Host UFC Event In Trump Era
“All
of our national park battlefields and historic sites
are going to have special events in honor of America
250 and I even think we’re going to have a UFC
fight,” Trump advised the enthusiastic crowd.
“Does anybody watch UFC the great Dana White?
We’re going to have a UFC fight, think of this,
on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of
land there.” ... “a championship fight,
full fight, like 20, 25,000 people”
News
Flashback
Conor
McGregor’s Return Tease:
Conor
McGregor hinted at a UFC comeback, posting training
footage and mentioning re-entering the UFC’s
drug testing pool. His anticipated fight with Michael
Chandler, initially set for UFC 303 in 2024, remains
unconfirmed, but McGregor’s recent activity suggests
a return is nearing.
News
Flashback
UFC’s
Shauna Bannon joins OnlyFans as sponsored athlete
April
24, 2025 Shauna Bannon, an accomplished MMA powerhouse
and rising UFC star, has officially joined OnlyFans
as a sponsored athlete. A multiple-time MMA champion
and the only current Irish female fighter on the UFC
roster, Bannon’s stock is rising fast in the
combat sports world. From clinching victories in both
professional and amateur MMA—including title
wins across some of Europe’s most promising promotions—to
securing gold at the IMMAF World Championships and
the IBJJF World Jiu Jitsu Championship, Bannon has
built a legacy rooted in resilience, talent and work
ethic. Complementing her MMA success, the Dublin native
is also a seven-time WAKO World Kickboxing Champion
and six-time European Champion, showcasing her elite-level
striking and versatile combat skillset. Through her
OnlyFans partnership and page , Bannon aims to bring
fans closer than ever to her journey—sharing
unfiltered access to her fight camps, behind-the-scenes
training, family life, and personal experiences both
inside and outside the cage. In joining the platform,
Bannon follows fellow elite combat athletes such as
UFC legend Stipe Miocic, Bare Knuckle star Bec Rawlings,
former UFC Champion Charles Oliveira, and influencer-turned-fighter
Elle Brooke.
Bannon
commented: “I’m buzzing to join the growing
list of athletes on OnlyFans, and to give my fans
an exclusive, unfiltered look at both my personal
life and the intense training routines that kickboxers
and MMA fighters go through every day. It’s been
the most incredible journey so far to get here, and
I want to take my followers with me as I continue
to make history. Let’s go!”
The
Irish champion’s announcement is part of a wider
trend in the sports industry that has seen famous
athletes use OnlyFans to give fans a glimpse into
their private world. This includes tennis star Nick
Kygrios, Olympic pole-vaulter Alysha Newman, basketball
bronze medallist Liz Cambage and bobsleigh gold medallist
Lisa Buckwitz. (PR)
News
UFC
News Flashback
Dustin
Poirier vs. Max Holloway at UFC 318:
Dustin
Poirier will face BMF champion Max Holloway in the
main event of UFC 318 on July 19, 2025, in New Orleans.
Poirier has announced this will be the final fight
of his UFC career, making it a highly anticipated
clash for the BMF title.
Roster
Cuts: The UFC recently released four fighters, including
Lucas Alexander, who had a 1-3 record, and Caolan
Loughran, despite Loughran’s recent win. The
cuts, described as surprising, reflect the UFC’s
ongoing roster trimming, with fans noting Loughran’s
lackluster performances and possible ties to a planned
UFC Dublin card.
Israel
Adesanya Eyes Rematch: Israel Adesanya has hinted
at wanting a rematch with Sean Strickland to avenge
his 2023 unanimous decision loss, sparking excitement
among fans. No official confirmation has been made,
but Adesanya’s recent sparring and discussions
with UFC CBO Hunter Campbell suggest he’s gearing
up for a return.
News
Flashback
Laura
Sanko’s BJJ Black Belt:
UFC
commentator Laura Sanko earned her Brazilian jiu-jitsu
black belt after nearly 20 years of training, celebrated
by the MMA community on April 22, 2025.
News
Broadcast
Rights Shift:
The
UFC’s exclusive negotiating window with ESPN
expired on April 15, 2025, opening the door for platforms
like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple TV to bid for broadcast
rights starting in 2026.
Dana
White’s Advisory Role: UFC CEO Dana White joined
VeChain as an official advisor to drive blockchain
adoption, leveraging his influence in sports to boost
the brand’s mainstream appeal.
Conor
McGregor’s Return Stipulation: Conor McGregor
stated he’ll only return to the UFC if his fight
is held in a stadium, a condition that conflicts with
Dana White’s preference for arena events due
to production challenges. (Grok)
News
Media
Man: Plenty of fight news. Fun, games, dangerous business,
and just a dash of politics in some aspects of who
is fighting and who is not at present. Strong Dana
White buzz at present. Big announcement/s coming up
fight fans! TKO's WWE just inked a deal with ESPN
for broadcasting on WWE PLE's in the U.S. What might
this mean for combat sports cousin UFC?! Stay tuned
to find out!
Media
Man: Pumped! Much respect to all who get in the Octagon!
Media
Man: WWE
Karrion
Kross wins Media Man 'Pro Wrestler Of The Year' award
(WWE Men's Division); Uncrowned Champion award; Runner-ups:
Logan Paul, CM Punk, John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Chad
Gable, Drew McIntyre, Roman Reigns, Solo Sikoa, Seth
Rollins, Penta, Dominik Mysterio, AJ Styles, MCMG,
Creed Bros, Carmelo Hayes, Aleister Black, Bronson
Reed, Grayson Waller
Rhea
Ripley wins Media Man 'Pro Wrestler Of The Year' award
(WWE Women's Division); Runner-ups: Tiffany Stratton,
IYO SKY, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Stephanie Vaquer,
Giulia, Jade Cargill, Sol Ruca, Zaria, Blake Monroe,
Liv Morgan, Naomi.
Live
sports events
Saturday, July 19, 2025
:Horse
Racing: Live coverage from various tracks across the
United States and globally, including races under
the lights and along the East Coast.
Tennis:
Hopman Cup (Canada vs. Spain), plus ATP tournaments
in Gstaad and Bastad, and WTA tournaments in Hamburg
and Iasi, featuring quarterfinal matches.
Flag
Football: Around 300 boys and girls teams from various
age groups, representing all 32 NFL teams, compete
for tournament championships.
Basketball:
NBA games include:Indiana
Pacers
vs. New York Knicks at 4:30 PM AEST (ESPN2, FanDuel
Sports Midwest, FanDuel Sports Indiana)
Atlanta Hawks vs. Memphis Grizzlies at 6:00 PM AEST
(NBA TV, FanDuel Sports Network Southeast, FanDuel
Sports Network South)
Charlotte
Hornets vs. San Antonio Spurs at 7:00 PM AEST (ESPN,
FanDuel Sports Network South)
Portland
Trail Blazers vs. Houston Rockets at 8:00 PM AEST
(NBA TV)
Los
Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics at 9:00 PM AEST
(ESPN, Spectrum SportsNet)
Los
Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets at 11:00 PM AEST
(ESPN2, FanDuel Sports Network SoCal)
Golf:
The Open Championship is ongoing, with live coverage
on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Golf starting
at 6:30 AM AEST.
Rugby
League: Betfred Super League matches include St Helens
vs. Leigh Leopards, Huddersfield Giants vs. Wakefield
Trinity, and Leeds Rhinos vs. Salford Red Devils,
broadcast on Sky Sports channels around 7:30–8:00
PM AEST.
Boxing:
A major event featuring Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios,
alongside other bouts like Sebastian Fundora vs. Tim
Tszyu, Pitbull Cruz vs. Angel Fierro, and Brandon
Figueroa vs. Joet Gonzalez, starting at 8:00 PM AEST
on Prime Video.
Pickleball:
MLP St. Louis, Day 2, is being broadcast on Prime
Video
.Aussie
Rules Football: Matches include Brisbane Lions vs.
Western Bulldogs and Hawthorn vs. Port Adelaide.
UFC:
UFC 318, featuring Holloway vs. Poirier 3, is previewed
with coverage starting around 11:00 PM AEST.
Cricket:
Yorkshire vs. Lancashire in the T20 Blast Men’s
competition, live on Sky Sports Cricket at 6:00 PM
AEST.
Sports
News And Events This Weekend
May
31–June 1, 2025, based on available information:
Sports News Highlights
NBA
Playoffs: The Minnesota Timberwolves face a critical
Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2025
NBA Western Conference Finals. The Timberwolves are
down 3-1, with their resilience under pressure being
a key storyline.
Baseball:
The MLB season is heating up with notable games, including
a World Series rematch featuring stars like Shohei
Ohtani and Aaron Judge hitting home runs, and the
Houston Astros celebrating a walk-off victory.
College
Baseball: Georgia takes on Duke in the winner’s
bracket game of the Athens Regional at Foley Field
on Saturday at 6 PM, expected to draw a lively crowd.
Soccer:
The UEFA Champions League final between PSG and Inter
Milan is set for this weekend in Munich, a major highlight
for soccer fans.
Key
Sports Events
Formula
1 – Spanish Grand Prix (Barcelona, Spain): Saturday,
May 31: F3 Sprint at 9 AM, Spanish GP Practice Three
at 11:30 AM, F2 Sprint at 1:10 PM, and Spanish GP
Qualifying at 3 PM.
Sunday, June 1: F3 Feature Race at 7:25 AM, F2 Feature
Race at 8:55 AM, and the Spanish Grand Prix at 2 PM.
All events are broadcast live on Sky Sports F1. This
race is pivotal as performance in Barcelona often
predicts success at other circuits.
MotoAmerica
Superbike Championship (Road America, Elkhart Lake,
WI): Saturday, May 31: Race 1 at 4 PM ET, showcasing
high-speed motorcycle racing on a challenging 14-turn
course.
Soccer
– USL Super League: Saturday, May 31: Spokane
Zephyr FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC at 9 PM ET,
streamed on Peacock.
Speed
Climbing World Cup (Denver, CO): Saturday, May 31–Sunday,
June 1: The IFSC hosts a Speed Climbing World Cup,
drawing top climbers for a competitive weekend.
Baseball,
College Football, and More:
The White Sox vs. Orioles, Whipsnakes lacrosse season
opener, Knicks vs. Pacers Game 6, and French Open
tennis matches are also on tap, offering a diverse
sports lineup.
Giro
de Italia (Cycling): The Giro concludes this weekend,
marking the end of a prestigious cycling race.
Additional
Notes
Traffic
Advisory: Heavy traffic is expected on the North Luzon
Expressway (Philippines) due to an SB19 concert in
Bulacan, potentially impacting travel to sports events
in the region.
Streaming
Options: Many events, including MotoAmerica and USL
Super League, are available on Peacock, which offers
extensive live sports coverage this weekend.
For
real-time updates or additional events, consider checking
platforms like Peacock, Sky Sports, or local sports
news outlets (Grok)
News
Combat
Sports This Weekend
UFC
Vegas 107: Erin Blanchfield vs. Maycee Barber The
UFC is hosting a fight night event on Saturday, May
31, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The main event
features a women’s flyweight bout between Erin
Blanchfield and Maycee Barber. The event will be broadcast
live on ESPN+ starting at 9:00 PM ET. Posts on X have
highlighted the anticipation for this matchup, emphasizing
Barber’s striking prowess.
Boxing
Schedule
While specific boxing events for this weekend are
not detailed in the provided sources, recent updates
indicate that major fighters like Katie Taylor, Jake
Paul, Amanda Serrano, and Saul "Canelo"
Alvarez are scheduled to fight in the summer of 2025.
For the most current boxing schedule, you can check
ESPN or Yahoo Sports for any last-minute fight announcements
for May 31 or June 1.
News
WWE
Events June 2025
WWE
Raw Location: BOK Center, Tulsa, OK, USA Type: Televised
weekly show Details: Airs on Netflix at 8:00 PM ET
June
3, 2025: WWE NXT Location: WWE Performance Center,
Orlando, FL, USA Type: Televised weekly show Details:
Airs on CW Network at 8:00 PM ET
June
6, 2025: WWE SmackDown Location: Dignity Health Arena,
Bakersfield, CA, USA Type: Televised weekly show Details:
Airs on USA Network at 8:00 PM ET
June
7, 2025: NXT/AAA World Collide 2025 Location: Kia
Forum, Inglewood, CA, USA Type: Premium Live Event
(PLE) Start Time: 11:30 AM ET
Details: A co-branded event with AAA, marking the
fourth Worlds Collide event, though WWE/TKO will primarily
control operations. No specific matches have been
announced yet. Airs on Peacock.
June
7, 2025: WWE Money in the Bank Location: Intuit Dome,
Los Angeles, CA, USA Type: Premium Live Event (PLE)
Start Time: 3:30 PM ET
Details: Features the traditional Men’s and Women’s
Money in the Bank ladder matches, with winners earning
a championship match contract. Qualifying matches
include Jade Cargill vs. Nia Jax vs. Naomi and Carmelo
Hayes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Andrade. Bianca Belair is
set to return, and a face-off between John Cena and
Cody Rhodes is scheduled. Airs on Peacock.
June
13, 2025: WWE SmackDown Location: Rupp Arena, Lexington,
KY, USA Type: Televised weekly show Details: Airs
on USA Network at 8:00 PM ET
June
28, 2025: WWE Night of Champions Location: Riyadh,
Saudi Arabia Type: Premium Live Event (PLE)
Details: No specific start time or match card announced
yet. Tickets are expected to be available soon. Airs
on Peacock in the USA and likely on Netflix in international
markets.
June
30, 2025: WWE Raw Location: PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh,
PA, USA Type: Televised weekly show Details: Airs
on Netflix at 8:00 PM ET
Notes:
All
Premium Live Events (PLEs) are streamed on Peacock
in the USA, with some international markets airing
on Netflix due to the WWE Network's transition.
Weekly
shows (Raw, SmackDown, NXT) follow their regular broadcast
schedule, with Raw on Netflix, SmackDown on USA Network,
and NXT on CW Network.
Additional
events or matches may be announced closer to the dates,
so check official WWE sources or platforms like Ticketmaster
and Peacock for updates.
on X for real-time updates For the latest details,
visit WWE.com
Media
Man Group Notes:
In
various markets including Australia and India, events
that broadcast on Peacock in the US will usually broadcast
via Netflix.
In
addition, Worlds Collide will broadcast globally via
YouTube
News
WWE
Events: July 2025
July
1, 2025: WWE NXT (Televised) Location: Yuengling Center,
Tampa, FL, USA
July
5, 2025: WWE Evolution 2 (Premium Live Event) Location:
Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT, USA (unconfirmed date)
Note: This is an all-women's wrestling event, the
first since 2018. No match cards have been announced
as of March 2025.
July 7, 2025: WWE RAW (Televised) Location: Amica
Mutual Pavilion, Providence, RI, USA
July
8, 2025: WWE NXT (Televised) Location: Yuengling Center,
Tampa, FL, USA
July
11, 2025: WWE SmackDown (Televised) Location: Bridgestone
Arena, Nashville, TN, USA
July
12, 2025: WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event XL
(Televised) Location: State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA,
USA Note: This event will air live on NBC and Peacock
in the U.S. and on YouTube in most international markets.
No match cards have been announced as of March 2025.
July
12, 2025: NXT The Great American Bash (Televised)
Location: Center Stage Theater, Atlanta, GA, USA Note:
This event takes place prior to Saturday Night’s
Main Event on the same day.
July
13, 2025: WWE Evolution (Televised) Location: State
Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA, USA Note: This is part of
a multi-event weekend takeover in Atlanta, featuring
an all-women's Premium Live Event.
July
14, 2025: WWE RAW (Televised) Location: Legacy Arena,
Birmingham, AL, USA
July
15, 2025: WWE NXT (Televised) Location: Yuengling
Center, Tampa, FL, USA
July
18, 2025: WWE SmackDown (Televised) Location: Frost
Bank Center, San Antonio, TX, USA
July
21, 2025: WWE RAW (Televised) Location: Toyota Center,
Houston, TX, USA
July
22, 2025: WWE NXT (Televised) Location: Yuengling
Center, Tampa, FL, USA
July
25, 2025: WWE SmackDown (Televised) Location: Rocket
Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH, USA
July
28, 2025: WWE RAW (Televised) Location: Little Caesars
Arena, Detroit, MI, USA
July
29, 2025: WWE NXT (Televised) Location: Yuengling
Center, Tampa, FL, USA
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Notes:
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Atlanta weekend (July 12-13) is a significant multi-event
takeover featuring Saturday Night’s Main Event,
Evolution, and The Great American Bash, showcasing
WWE’s focus on diverse programming with a mix
of main roster and NXT events.
Most
events are expected to be streamed on Peacock in the
U.S., with Netflix covering WWE programming in many
international markets. Some events, like Saturday
Night’s Main Event, may also air on NBC and YouTube
internationally.
Match
cards for Premium Live Events like Evolution and Saturday
Night’s Main Event have not been announced as
of the latest updates in March 2025.
Tickets
for these events are typically available through Ticketmaster
or WWE.com, with pre-sale opportunities often announced
prior to general sales.
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the most up-to-date information, including match cards
and ticket availability, check official sources like
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UFC
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significant excitement among fans following the release
of its official poster. The event features notable
fighters including Khamzat Chimaev, whose participation
is of particular interest due to his past health challenges.
The poster has been widely praised for its design,
with many considering it one of the best in UFC history,
although the absence of women's fights has sparked
some debate. Overall, UFC 308 is anticipated to be
a highlight of the year, highlighted by its strong
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The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi on October 26, 2024, marking
another significant international event for the organization.
The event has sparked considerable excitement among
MMA fans, primarily due to the release of its official
poster, which has received widespread acclaim for
its design. Fans and commentators have praised the
poster online, with many expressing high expectations
for the fight card, suggesting it could be one of
the best of the year. The anticipation for UFC 308
not only highlights the event's high-profile nature
but also underscores UFC's ongoing global expansion
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The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi on October 26, 2024, generating
significant excitement among fans. The event's official
poster has been praised for its design, with many
fans and commentators expressing high enthusiasm for
the upcoming fights. Discussions have highlighted
anticipation for performances by fighters like Khamzat
Chimaev, with some fans expressing concerns about
potential withdrawals due to health issues. The event
is viewed as a showcase of UFC's international presence,
particularly in the UAE, and is considered by some
to potentially be one of the best fight cards of the
year. (Grok)
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UFC event in Abu Dhabi on August 3rd, 2024, is generating
significant discussion among fans and analysts. The
main event features Umar Nurmagomedov against Cory
Sandhagen, with Nurmagomedov being favored by many.
The card includes other notable fighters like Deiveson
Figueiredo, Marlon Vera, and Shara. Predictions and
betting odds are being shared across social media,
and Khabib Nurmagomedov is expected to be in Umar's
corner. The event is free to watch on ABC Network,
further enhancing its accessibility and viewership.
Tony Ferguson has expressed his desire to continue
fighting in the UFC, while other fighters like Figueiredo
and Vera are also generating interest among fans.
The event promises to be an exciting showcase of talent
and competition in the world of mixed martial arts.
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Abu Dhabi Event
The
upcoming UFC event in Abu Dhabi on August 2, 2024,
is generating significant buzz, featuring a main event
between undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov and Cory Sandhagen.
The event is free to watch on ABC Network and includes
notable fighters such as Deiveson Figueiredo and Marlon
Vera. The card also features Tony Ferguson, who has
expressed his desire to continue fighting in the UFC.
The event is anticipated to be a major one, with Khabib
Nurmagomedov expected to be in Umar's corner. Betting
predictions and discussions are prevalent across social
media platforms, with various analysts and fans sharing
their insights and picks for the fights.
News
Survivor
Series: WarGames in Vancouver
WWE
has announced that Survivor Series 2024 will be held
in Vancouver, Canada, marking the first WWE pay-per-view
event in the city since 1998. The event, featuring
the WarGames match format, is scheduled for November
30 at Rogers Arena. This decision has sparked excitement
among wrestling fans and local residents, with many
expressing enthusiasm about attending the event in
Vancouver. (Grok)
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SummerSlam
Predictions and Anticipation
WWE
SummerSlam 2024 is generating significant anticipation
among fans, with many expressing excitement and making
predictions about the outcomes of various matches.
Key discussions revolve around potential returns of
prominent wrestlers such as Roman Reigns and The Rock,
as well as the outcomes of matches like Cody Rhodes
vs. Solo Sikoa and Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley. The
event is set to feature a variety of matches that
fans are eagerly awaiting, including those involving
LA Knight, Logan Paul, and Gunther. The overall sentiment
is one of excitement and speculation, with fans looking
forward to a thrilling event. (Grok)
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Rampage
Debuts for MxM & Private Party on AEW
All
Elite Wrestling (AEW) is gearing up for an exciting
lineup of events, including the highly anticipated
All In event scheduled for August 25, 2024. The event
is generating significant buzz among fans and is anticipated
to surpass the success of the previous year's event.
The card for All In features high-stakes matches such
as Bryan Danielson putting his career on the line
against Swerve, MJF facing Will Ospreay, and a tag
team grudge match involving Darby Allin, FTR, and
ROH Champion Sussex Co. Chicken against formidable
opponents. AEW is also promoting other shows like
AEW Dynamite and AEW Rampage, which feature matches
like Hangman Page vs. Darby Allin and MxM Collection's
debut against Private Party, respectively. The promotion
is leveraging various platforms and media to engage
with fans and build anticipation for these events.
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vs Madrimov: Pre-Fight Press Conference
Terence
Crawford and Israil Madrimov are set to face off in
a highly anticipated boxing match on August 3rd, as
part of the Riyadh Season Card. The event, which will
be available on PPV, has generated significant buzz
among boxing fans and media. The undercard for the
event is also noted for its quality, featuring a heavyweight
bout between Andy Ruiz Jr. and Jarrell Miller, as
well as other notable fights. The event is expected
to be a major draw, with fans eagerly anticipating
the outcome of the main event between Crawford and
Madrimov. (Grok)
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TNA
Wrestling: Rascalz vs. Bailey, Seven & KUSHIDA
TNA
Wrestling's iMPACT episode on August 1, 2024, featured
a lineup of exciting matches and events. The show
included a TNA World Title match between Nic Nemeth
and Mustafa Ali, as well as the wedding of PCO and
Steph De Lander. Other matches included The Rascalz
in action against Mike Bailey, Trent Seven, and KUSHIDA
in a six-man tag team match, Frankie Kazarian vs.
Ryan Nemeth, and Jody Threat vs. Masha Slamovich.
The event was broadcasted on various platforms including
TNA+, AXS TV, DAZN, and YouTube, catering to a wide
audience. Fans and wrestling enthusiasts expressed
their anticipation and excitement for the event across
social media platforms. (Grok)
ROH
Ring
of Honor (ROH) is a professional wrestling promotion
recently acquired by Tony Khan, CEO of All Elite Wrestling
(AEW), Chief Football Strategy Officer of the Jacksonville
Jaguars, and GM/Sporting Director of Fulham F.C. ROH
has been holding events and television tapings, with
notable developments including Sammy Guevara's return
to help Dustin Rhodes against the Dark Order at the
July 28th tapings. The promotion has been building
new stars and continues to feature high-profile matches
and events. (Grok)
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WWE
2K24 Online Stability Hotfix
WWE
2K24 released Patch 1.14 to address online stability
issues, which was automatically applied upon game
loading. The update aimed to fix problems with the
Pat McAfee Show Pack DLC for PS5 users, which was
resolved, allowing the pack to be downloaded. However,
the patch also caused issues with mods on PC, and
some users reported problems with Titantrons in create
an entrance and the unavailability of DLC for PlayStation
5 users. Despite these issues, WWE 2K24 encouraged
players to participate in a giveaway for SummerSlam
and provided a locker code for 7500 VC. (Grok)
Max
Verstappen's Potential Mercedes Move
Speculation
is rife about Max Verstappen potentially joining Mercedes,
fueled by recent high-profile departures from Red
Bull Racing. Despite the rumors, some fans express
skepticism about the likelihood of such a move. The
discussion also touches on the stability of other
drivers' positions within their teams, with some questioning
the rationale behind certain team decisions. Additionally,
there is discussion about the performance comparison
between Verstappen and his teammate, Perez, at Red
Bull Racing. (Grok)
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Wheatley's
Move from Red Bull to Audi F1
Jonathan
Wheatley, the long-serving sporting director at Red
Bull Racing, is set to leave the team at the end of
the 2024 season to become the new team principal of
the Audi Formula 1 project. This move has been confirmed
by Red Bull and widely reported across various Formula
1 news outlets. Audi has not officially commented
on Wheatley's appointment, and there are indications
that they were not expecting the announcement. Wheatley's
departure marks a significant change in leadership
for Red Bull and a notable acquisition for Audi as
it prepares to enter Formula 1. The transition is
expected to take place after the 2024 season, with
Wheatley remaining in his current role until then.
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NXT Great American Bash Week One
The
WWE NXT Great American Bash kicked off with a series
of exciting matches and events, including a WWE Women's
Tag Team Championship match where Alba Fyre &
Isla Dawn defended their titles against Jakara Jackson
& Lash Legend. Other highlights included a NXT
Women’s Championship match between Roxanne Perez
and Thea Hail, a live concert by Joe Hendry, and a
NXT Heritage Cup match between Tony D'Angelo and Tavion
Heights. Fans and commentators expressed excitement
and anticipation for the event, with many rooting
for their favorite wrestlers and speculating on potential
outcomes. (Grok)
News
NXT
Women's Championship: Roxanne Perez Retains
Roxanne
Perez successfully defended her NXT Women's Championship
against Thea Hail in a highly acclaimed match at NXT
GAB. The match was praised for its intensity and the
young ages of the competitors, with both being under
23 years old. The event also featured other notable
matches, including Joe Hendry expressing frustration
with Gallus and a confirmed match between Joe Hendry
and Joe Coffey for the following week. The overall
event was well-received, highlighting the talent and
potential of the NXT roster. (Grok)
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Bowlin
Graham's Pocono Win Secures Playoff Spot
Graham
Bowlin secured a spot in the 2024 eNASCAR Coca-Cola
iRacing Series playoffs with a win at Pocono Raceway.
Despite missing out on the playoffs, drivers from
Spire Motorsports expressed pride in their team's
efforts. Nick Ottinger also secured a playoff spot,
marking the seventh consecutive season Team Conti
has fielded at least one car in the post-season. The
playoff lineup includes Steven Wilson, Parker White,
Nick Ottinger, Graham Bowlin, Vicente Salas, Bobby
Zalenski, Tucker Minter, Garrett Lowe, Dylan Duval,
and Daniel Faulkingham. (Grok)
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CM
Punk's Top 5 Wrestlers of All Time
During
an interview on ESPN's First Take, CM Punk named his
top-5 wrestlers of all time, which included Harley
Race, Terry Funk, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Eddie Guerrero,
and initially Ricky Steamboat, but he later switched
to Roddy Piper. This selection sparked discussions
among fans and commentators, with some expressing
surprise at the absence of Bret Hart from the list.
Punk also highlighted Stone Cold Steve Austin as the
biggest superstar in the industry. The interview took
place ahead of SummerSlam 2024, which is set to occur
in a few days, generating anticipation among wrestling
fans. (Grok)
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Cedric
Alexander's NXT Victory
Cedric
Alexander emerged victorious in a match against Brooks
Jensen on the WWE NXT show. The win was unexpected
by some fans and commentators, and it was celebrated
by many on social media. The event also featured other
matches and announcements, including a promo by Pete
Dunne about his upcoming match with Trick Williams.
(Grok)
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UFC
Abu Dhabi Event
The
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to host
a highly anticipated event in Abu Dhabi this Saturday,
featuring a stacked card of fights. Notable fighters
on the card include Tony Ferguson, Cory Sandhagen,
and Mackenzie Dern. The event is free and open to
the public, with a live broadcast on various platforms.
Fans and analysts are discussing the matchups and
sharing their predictions and betting tips for the
fights. Cory Sandhagen is a key focus of the event,
with many fans and analysts predicting a strong performance
from him in his fight against Umar Nurmagomedov. (Grok)
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AEW
Returns and Criticisms
The
recent episode of AEW's Dynamite received mixed reactions
from fans and critics, sparking discussions on various
aspects of the show. Topics included the return of
a star after a five-month absence, the company's approach
to pushing certain talents, and comparisons between
AEW and WWE. Some fans expressed disappointment in
the show's content and booking decisions, while others
praised specific moments and storylines. The discourse
highlighted a range of opinions and critiques regarding
AEW's current direction and its relationship with
its audience and competitors. (Grok)
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AEW
Collision Viewership Drop Amid Summer Events
AEW
Collision viewership experienced a significant drop,
averaging 383,000 viewers with a 0.12 P18-49 rating,
marking a 19% decrease from the previous week. This
decline was attributed to tough competition from the
Olympics. Meanwhile, WWE's SummerSlam is generating
anticipation, with fans expressing mixed feelings
about the event and the potential outcomes for their
favorite wrestlers. (Grok)
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Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) is an American professional
wrestling promotion founded in 2002 by Jeff Jarrett
and Jerry Jarrett. It is currently owned by Anthem
Sports & Entertainment and is based in Nashville,
Tennessee. TNA was initially known as NWA: Total Nonstop
Action until 2004 when it rebranded to its current
name.
TNA
has been known for its innovative matches and storylines,
and it has featured many notable wrestlers such as
Kurt Angle, Sting, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Jeff
Hardy. The promotion has also been praised for its
women's division, known as the Knockouts Division,
which features some of the top female wrestlers in
the world.
TNA
has faced a number of challenges over the years, including
changes in ownership and a decline in viewership.
However, the promotion has continued to produce entertaining
and innovative content, and it remains a significant
player in the world of professional wrestling. (Grok)
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Umar
vs Sandhagen for Title Shot
Umar
Nurmagomedov is set to face Cory Sandhagen at UFC
Abu Dhabi, with the winner potentially earning a title
shot against the victor of the Sean O'Malley vs Merab
Dvalishvili bout. The event also features Tony Ferguson,
who is looking to make a comeback. The fight card
is generating significant interest and betting activity
among fans and analysts. Additionally, there are discussions
about potential matchups for Shakur Stevenson, including
a verbal agreement for a fight with William Zepeda,
although no official agreement has been reached yet.
The event is also notable for Khabib Nurmagomedov's
involvement in Umar's corner. (Grok)
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Ruiz
vs Miller: Boxing Showdown in Riyadh
On
August 3, 2024, a significant boxing event is set
to take place featuring several high-profile matches.
The main event includes a face-off between Andy Ruiz
and Jarrell Miller, which has garnered significant
attention and anticipation. Other notable fights on
the card include a matchup between Isaac Pitbull and
Jose Valenzuela, which is expected to be a highlight
of the evening. Additionally, the event features the
return of Andy Cruz against Antonio Moran, adding
to the excitement. The event is part of the Riyadh
Season and will be broadcasted on ESPN Plus PPV. (Grok)
News
Russell
Disqualified, Hamilton Wins Belgian GP
Lewis
Hamilton was declared the winner of the Belgian Grand
Prix after his teammate George Russell was disqualified
for having an underweight car. Russell initially crossed
the line first but was stripped of his win due to
the technical violation. Hamilton's victory marked
his second win in three races, sparking discussions
among fans and commentators about the nature of his
win and Russell's performance. The disqualification
also led to Oscar Piastri being promoted to second
place, and Charles Leclerc finishing third for Ferrari.
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F1
Drivers Pole Positions and Race Outcomes Debate
In
recent Formula 1 races, Charles Leclerc has been praised
for his ability to secure pole positions and maintain
leads in a slower car, contrasting with Lando Norris's
performance in a faster car. Max Verstappen has consistently
performed well, often starting from lower positions
and finishing higher, despite debates about the relative
performance of his car. The current season is highly
competitive, with several drivers from different teams
closely competing in points, highlighting the tight
competition in Formula 1. (Grok)
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US
Women's Rugby Wins First Olympic Medal
The
United States women's rugby sevens team won their
first Olympic medal, a bronze, in a dramatic match
against Australia at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The
victory was sealed by a last-minute try and conversion
by Alex Sedrick. Meanwhile, Simone Biles led the United
States to a dominant victory in the women's gymnastics
team final, securing her fifth career Olympic gold
medal and becoming the most decorated U.S. Olympic
gymnast in history with a total of 8 medals. (Grok)
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window and then click directly on the area of the
table on which you wish to place your bet. Multiple
clicks will increase the number of chips you bet.
To remove a chip, click the 'Clear last' button. Alternatively,
click 'Cancel' to remove all chips from the table.
All bets must be placed before the timer shown in
the 'BANK' window runs out.
The
dealer will spin the wheel and release the ball. Once
the ball has come to rest the dealer will announce
the winning number and all bets will be settled automatically.
The timer will then begin counting down to the start
of the next game.
You
can make a number of different bets in roulette. These
are split into inside bets which are bets placed on
the numbered section of the table, and outside bets
which are placed on the other areas.
Inside
bets
Straight-up bet
A bet on an individual number. The simplest roulette
bet with the highest payout chance. This bet pays
at 35:1, plus the original stake.
Split
bet
A two-number bet which is placed on the line connecting
the two numbers– for example, covering 24 and
27. This type of bet pays 17:1 plus the original stake.
Corner
bet
A four-number bet, placed at the corner of four numbers
- for example, covering 8, 9, 11 and 12. This bet
pays 8:1 plus the original stake.
Street
bet
A three-number bet, placed at the end of a row of
numbers - for example, covering 13, 14 and 15. A street
bet pays 11:1 plus the original stake.
Line
bet
A six-number bet placed at the junction of two street
bets – for example, covering 31, 32, 33, 34,
35 and 36. Line bets pay 5:1 plus the original stake.
Special
bets
These are a number of multiple bets that are traditional
to the game. Each bet covers a different group of
numbers. These bets are available through the 'Special
bets' button. Payouts vary for these bets.
Outside
bets
Column bet
A 12-number bet, which covers all of the numbers in
the corresponding column. This bet pays at 2:1 plus
the stake.
Dozen
bet
Another 12-number bet. Players can choose the first
dozen (covering 1 to 12), the second dozen (covering
13 to 24) or the third dozen (covering 25 to 36).
Again, this bet pays 2:1 plus original stake.
Colour
bet
An 18-number bet, which covers all the red numbers
or all the black numbers. Colour bets pay at 1:1 plus
original stake.
Even/odd
bet
An 18-number bet in which the player chooses to bet
on any odd number or any even number. This bet pays
1:1 plus original stake.
High/low
bet
Another 18-number bet covering either 1 to 18 or 19
to 36. Again this bet pays 1:1 plus the original stake.
Please note that any even-money bets will be lost
if the ball lands on zero.
Game features
At the bottom of the roulette screen you'll find additional
options which you can use to enhance your gaming experience.
These include:
Chat: Launches the chat window so you to talk to the
dealers, or contact the supervisor if you need to
History: Displays the results of the recent spins
of the wheel
Blackjack
Blackjack is the most popular of all casino card games.
The aim of the game is to beat the dealer. You do
this by making a hand that has a value of closer to
21 than the dealer's hand. You can also win if the
dealer's hand goes over 21 (bust). Be careful though:
if your hand goes above 21 you automatically lose.
This
version of blackjack is played with eight decks of
cards, which you will see the dealer shuffle at regular
intervals.
Once
the game has loaded you need to choose your seat at
the table. Seats are numbered from one to seven. Sit
at the table by clicking on any available seat displaying
the 'SIT HERE' sign. If all the seats are taken you
can either return to the Lobby and try another table
or wait for a seat to become free.
To
place a bet, select your chip value from the 'BANK'
window and then click directly on the table to bet.
Important:
In order for your bets to be accepted you need to
click the 'Confirm' button in the 'BANK' window before
the timer runs out, otherwise your bets will be removed.
If a game is already in progress you will need to
wait for it to complete before you can play.
When
the game begins all players will be dealt two cards
face up. The dealer will also get two cards, although
one will be face down.
Card
value
The numbered cards are all worth their face value.
The face cards are all worth 10, and aces can be worth
either one or 11 depending on what will give you the
best hand. If the first two cards dealt to you total
21 (an ace and a 10) you have blackjack. Blackjack
wins pay 3:2 on the player's original stake. Other
wins pay at 1:1.
Each
player takes turns to act on his or her hand, starting
from the player at the right. When it is your turn
to act you will be presented with a number of options:
Stand:
you wish to take no further action on your hand.
Hit: you wish to take another card to try to improve
the value of your hand. This option can be used multiple
times.
Double: you wish to double the amount you have bet
on your hand and can receive one more card only.
Split: this option is only available if your first
two cards are of the same value. By choosing this
option you will double your bet and receive two more
cards, effectively giving you two hands to play. If
you split aces, you'll receive one more card per hand,
and can't hit for extra cards. 21 hit after splitting
is not blackjack as the cards are not the first two
dealt, and therefore only pays 1:1. You can’t
split hands more than once.
Once all players have acted the dealer will turn over
her face-down card. If her hand is worth 16 or less
she must deal another card. This continues until the
dealer's hand is valued at 17 or higher.
When
the dealer has a hand of between 17 and 21, she will
pay all players with a hand closer to 21 than her
own. If the player's hand is the same value as the
dealer's, the hand is a 'push' or a tie, and the player
keeps his stake. If the dealer's hand busts, all remaining
players will be paid.
Insurance
If the dealer's face-up card is an ace all players
are offered an insurance bet. This bet is half the
player's stake. If the dealer has blackjack this bet
will pay at 2:1. If the dealer does not have blackjack
the bet is lost and the hands are played as normal.
Game
features
If you wish to talk to the dealer or the supervisor
you can open the chat window by clicking the button
at the bottom of the screen. The window can be moved
or resized.
Baccarat
Baccarat is a game in which the player bet on whether
their hand or the house banker's hand will be closest
in value to nine, or if the hands will be tied. It
is played with eight decks of cards, which are shuffled
regularly by the dealer.
Card
values
Aces are worth one. Face cards and 10s are worth zero.
All other cards are worth their face value.
If
the cards in a hand total more than 10 points, simply
subtract 10 to obtain the baccarat point value of
the hand. For example, two 8s total 16, but counts
as six.
A
two-card total of nine is the best hand possible and
is called a 'natural'. The second-best hand is a natural
eight.
If
both the player and the banker are dealt identical
hands, the game ends in a tie.
To
place a bet, select the amount you want to wager in
the 'BANK' window and then click directly on the 'Player',
'Tie' or 'Banker' areas of the table. Once the timer
has run down the dealer will begin dealing the cards.
If there is a game in progress you will need to wait
until it has been completed before placing your bet.
When
the game begins, the dealer will deal two cards to
the player and two to the banker. If the value of
either hand is eight or nine (a natural) the hand
is complete and no further cards are dealt. Otherwise
cards are dealt according to the rules below.
The
player's hand
Depending on the point value of the first two cards,
the following actions will take place:
Point
value of first two cards
0 to 5 Draws a third card
6
to 7 No more cards
0
to 5 'Natural', no more cards
Game
features
Additional features of the baccarat game can be found
at the bottom of the screen.
Chat:
can be used to talk to the dealers or the supervisor
if required.
Statistics:
shows the live total amounts that are being bet by
other players at the table.
Limits:
shows the maximum and minimum bets for the table.
Big
Road:
shows the recent results and game history for the
table.
Live
dealer games and your Party Account
Live dealer games debit the funds for each bet placed
directly from your Party Account balance.
Adding
funds to your Party Account
To add funds to your Party Account, click on 'DEPOSIT'
in the 'Cashier' menu in the main PartyCasino.com
Lobby, then select the desired deposit option. You
can also add funds to your account by clicking on
'DEPOSIT' or 'REAL BALANCE' in the 'My Account' section
in the left panel of the Main Lobby. The time taken
to transfer funds and the fees charged will vary depending
on which deposit option you choose. Funds can only
be added at the beginning of a new game.
What
do I do if I reach my betting limits?
If your game balance drops below the minimum bet you
are trying to place, you will have to click on 'REBUY'
to buy in credits from Party Account to your game
balance.
To
add funds to your Party Account, click on the 'DEPOSIT'
option in the 'Cashier' menu in the Main Lobby, or
click the 'CASHIER' button in the 'Buy-in' window
of any game. You can also click on the 'DEPOSIT' button
or on 'REAL BALANCE' in the 'My Account' section of
the left panel in the Main Lobby.
I
could not complete the game. What should I do?
If you get disconnected in the middle of a game of
roulette or baccarat the game will progress as normal:
you can see the results of your bets by checking the
game logs when you next use our live dealer service.
Alternatively, you can contact our Customer Care Team.
If
you get disconnected in the middle of a game of blackjack
your hand will automatically stand. Again, you can
see the results of your bets by checking the game
logs when you next use our live dealer service or
by contacting our Customer Care Team.
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