NFL betting tips: Miami Dolphins to triumph in Spain, Kansas City Chiefs to edge Denver Broncos
It’s a huge clash in Denver this week as two AFC favourites, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos, go head-to-head in a contest that could prove vital in the regular season standings.
Elsewhere, the Washington Commanders will be hoping for a miracle as they head to Spain to tackle a fired-up Miami Dolphins.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy analyses week 11 of the NFL season and reveals three of his favourite picks.
Saturday ITV horse racing tips and best bets for Cheltenham and Wetherby – November 15, 2025
After spending the last three years working on what he called a ‘Guatemalan sugar farm’, Jeff Mexico has returned to Blighty to impart his years of horse racing betting experience on those looking to make a quick buck.
In this article, the Sports News Blitz horse racing oracle casts his net over Saturday’s meetings that are being shown on ITV – four from day two of the November Meeting at Cheltenham, which includes the Paddy Power Gold Cup, and two contests from Wetherby’s Peak Cap & Pearls Raceday.
NFL Week 11 preview: Heavyweights face off as playoff race intensifies
Week by week, the 2025 NFL season just keeps giving, and it shows no signs of slowing down as the matchups seem to just keep getting better.
The week 11 round of matchups contains some blockbuster showdowns, which will surely have an impact on postseason action.
Sports News Blitz writer Taylor Stephenson takes a look at the biggest matchups of the week, and predicts his Week 11 winners.
Tennis news: Turin takes centre stage as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner chase year-end supremacy at 2025 ATP Finals
The ATP Finals in Turin have once again brought together the eight best players in men’s tennis for one last battle of the season - a week that could define not only a champion but the year’s ultimate number one.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s tennis writer Ben Phillips reports on the current standings in the ATP finals and looks into the sub-plot that is the year-end world number one.
Israel Adesanya sends warning to Islam Makhachev ahead of UFC 322 - ‘He’s going to get hurt’
Israel Adesanya does not think Islam Makhachev’s move up to welterweight will go as planned for the Russian at UFC 322, reports Sports News Blitz’s Niall Togher.
Premier League news: Rob Edwards joins Wolves, needs to make immediate impact at Molineux
Rob Edwards has been announced as the new manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers and will look to keep his former club from dropping down to the Championship.
Wolves ended their managerial search on Wednesday, announcing that Edwards would be joining them on a four-year deal.
The pressure is now on Edwards to get things right at Wolves, who are currently bottom of the Premier League on only two points, writes Sports News Blitz’s Mosaddek Abu.
Boxing news: Conor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr fight preview - Tale of the tape, tactics and prediction
Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr face off again on Saturday, November 15 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, seven months after Eubank claimed a unanimous decision victory in a 12-round thriller.
Sports News Blitz writer Taylor Stephenson breaks down the key storylines, from weight cuts to tactics - and predicts how the rematch might unfold.
Premier League news: This season or never for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal in their quest for title glory
Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have finally found the missing pieces this season, but they cannot afford any more slip-ups if they want to win the Premier League.
The Gunners bought a top-class striker in Viktor Gyökeres, put together one of the best defensive partnerships around, and have now built up some impressive momentum as they go in search of a league crown.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu explains why it is this year or never for the London club and their ambitious project.
F1 news: Red Bull and Racing Bulls announce details of upcoming 2026 season launch in Detroit
Red Bull and Racing Bulls are set to partner with Ford as an engine manufacturer and will release their new car on January 15 in Detroit, Michigan.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ayla Vaughan explains all you need to know about the Austrian team’s season launch ahead of the first year of F1’s new regulations.
‘Less is more’: How to effectively communicate with players and build long-term understanding
Top-level coaches across all sports increasingly recognise that clarity, not complexity, drives performance.
As Brentford manager Keith Andrews and PSG’s Luis Enrique have both shown, simplifying messages helps players act with confidence in high-pressure moments.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Ted Purcell explores why ‘less is more’ in coaching and how the science of memory underpins this powerful approach to communication.
Horse racing news: How Rachael Blackmore can inspire more women to attend the Cheltenham Festival
Rachael Blackmore was crowned leading jockey at the Cheltenham Festival in 2021 and will return to the home of jump racing in a new ambassadorial role for 2026.
This week, the Gold Cup winner, who retired from the saddle in May 2025, was appointed Head of Ladies Day at the Cheltenham Festival in a bid to attract more female racegoers.
Here, Sports News Blitz horse racing expert Scott Allen lists a few things that Rachael Blackmore can try when she starts her new job.
Wrestling news: WWE must scrap WarGames from Survivor Series or risk ruining the format’s legacy
On Saturday, November 29, WWE will present Survivor Series: WarGames San Diego – and the format needs to take a break after that.
WarGames is an old WCW concept created by Dusty Rhodes and inherited by the WWE when it purchased the company in 2001.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Mosaddek Abu outlines why the concept has become problematic.
F1 news: Ralf Schumacher urges Ferrari to replace Lewis Hamilton with rising star
Lewis Hamilton’s first season with Ferrari has spiraled into one of disappointment and scrutiny.
His retirement at the São Paulo Grand Prix, coupled with Charles Leclerc’s crash, left Ferrari without a single point and saw the team drop to fourth in the Constructors’ Championship.
Ferrari chairman John Elkann publicly expressed his frustration after the race, praising the team’s mechanics and engineers but urging the drivers to “talk less” and focus on results.
The remarks followed Hamilton’s own admission that his Ferrari dream had “become a nightmare,” a statement that only deepened the tension inside Maranello - writes Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo.
Combat sports betting trends and strategies
Betting on mixed martial arts (MMA) is becoming increasingly popular among sports enthusiasts.
The sport's dynamic nature and unpredictability offer unique opportunities for bettors. Understanding the trends and strategies in this growing market can enhance your betting experience.
Sports betting is undergoing significant changes, with combat sports like MMA leading the way. This growing interest parallels developments in other sports betting markets, such as NBA online betting.
This article examines the unique appeal of MMA betting, explores current trends, and provides strategic insights for those interested in this exciting field.
NBA news: LeBron James takes major step towards return with G League practice
LeBron James moved closer to his long-awaited return on Wednesday, November 12 as he joined the South Bay Lakers - the G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers, for his first full practice of the season.
The NBA’s all-time leading scorer has been sidelined throughout the team’s first 11 games while recovering from sciatica affecting his right side.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick confirmed before the team’s match-up against the Oklahoma City Thunder that James was able to take part in transition drills before progressing to five-on-five halfcourt play.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo outlines the timeline for James’ potential return.
IndyCar news: Caio Collet will drive in IndyCar in 2026 with AJ Foyt Racing
AJ Foyt Racing have signed a contract with the Brazilian driver Caio Collet, promoting him up to IndyCar for 2026.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Ayla Vaughan explores Collet’s past performances and future as a driver in IndyCar.
Quilter Nations Series: Key talking points from Springboks’ win over France in Siya Kolisi’s 100th game
South Africa’s 14-man Springboks produced a remarkable second-half surge to beat France 32-17 at the Stade de France on Saturday, November 8, extending their dominance over Les Bleus and compounding France’s frustrations following their 2023 Rugby World Cup heartbreak.
In a contest marking captain Siya Kolisi’s 100th Test, France had hoped to spoil the Springbok skipper’s milestone and send the world champions packing to Turin with a defeat.
But a flat second-half display, marked by unforced errors and a lack of attacking intent, proved costly as Rassie Erasmus’ side once again demonstrated why they remain rugby’s ultimate benchmark.
Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo assesses the standout moments and key talking points in the aftermath of the Springboks’ commanding performance and statement win in Paris against France.
Ferrari’s 2026 aspirations: Project 678, championship aims, and ‘talking less’
The 2025 F1 season has been undoubtedly underwhelming for Scuderia Ferrari, with no wins, seven podiums, and a slim shot at P2 in the Constructors’ Championship to date.
With only three races left to go in the season and the championship already secured by McLaren, Ferrari’s next car is in development, titled ‘Project 678,’ writes Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Ellie Man.
Newcastle Utd analysis: Five reasons why Eddie Howe’s Magpies are struggling away from home
Newcastle United's struggles away from home continued as they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Brentford, with the Magpies winless in their last six away games.
Despite a positive performance from Eddie Howe's Mags against Athletic Club during matchday four of the Champions League, United are struggling to find consistency in the Premier League.
They have secured three draws on the road at Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Leeds, as well as two back-to-back defeats for the first time this season.
The international break could not have come at a better time for the Toon, but why is it that they are struggling away from home? Sports News Blitz writer Mossadek Abu suggests five reasons why.
Premier League news: Can Pep Guardiola’s rejuvenated Man City side challenge Arsenal for the title?
Despite the Premier League season being just 11 matchweeks old, most of the talk so far has been around Arsenal and their seemingly relentless, unstoppable march towards the 2025/26 title.
This past weekend, however, Manchester City made people sit up and take notice as they dismantled champions Liverpool with a 3-0 win at the Etihad Stadium.
But what is it that makes Man City serious title contenders? Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Ould takes a look…