NBA analysis: “He’s averaging 40!” – Is this finally Luka Doncic's MVP season?
Long before Luka Doncic was lighting up NBA scoreboards in the illustrious purple and gold, the Slovenian had already established himself as a generational talent.
Doncic has spent his career constantly exceeding expectations. Yet for all his records, accolades and historic performances, the NBA’s most prestigious individual award has continued to elude him.
Now 27 years of age, Doncic is spearheading a transformed Lakers team that has opened the season with 11 wins in their first 13 games.
Could this finally be the season Luka Magic becomes MVP? Sports News Blitz writer Wanga Charma gives his thoughts.
Two managers who could be managing in the Premier League (again) soon
The Premier League is one of the most competitive leagues in world football, with clubs constantly searching for the right manager to take them to the next level.
Whether it is a fresh tactical approach, a proven track record or the ability to develop young players, finding the right person to lead a club is never straightforward.
With managerial changes never far away, several coaches across Europe and the English football pyramid are building impressive reputations and could soon be given the opportunity to manage in the top flight.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Max Steel takes a look at three managers who could be managing in the Premier League in the near future.
Understanding the Fan Engagement Market
The fan engagement market covers a wider range of verticals.
It can be encapsulated as the services, technologies, and strategies that brands, particularly those in the sporting arena, use to engage and monetise their fandom.
The value of this practice lies in the fact that fans spend on more than just tickets and pay-per-view events.
Instead, they begin buying and giving their time long after the game has finished.
IndyCar heading to Barcelona - Why is this such a milestone moment for the series?
The NTT IndyCar Series have confirmed that they will be heading to Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain for the series’ first race outside North America since 2013.
The race is scheduled to take place in July 2027, and with it being the first of a multi-year deal, why will this race be such a milestone moment for the series? Sports News Blitz writer Finley Nelson gives his thoughts.
Premier League analysis: Is Xabi Alonso already under pressure at Chelsea?
Despite only being 13 games into the 2026/27 season, questions have begun to boil over regarding Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea and their start to the campaign.
The Blues are on the back of a defeat away to Sunderland, which has left them fifth in the league table on 16 points heading into the international break.
Having already been knocked out of the Carabao Cup on penalties by Liverpool and their only win in four being at home to struggling Manchester United, it may be fair to say that their start to the year has been disappointing.
Especially when you consider that they have no European football this season and have had more recovery time than eight of the teams competing in said competitions.
Sunderland had just come off a 2-0 home loss against Dinamo Zagreb on Thursday night but still looked sharper on Sunday than the Blues, who had eight days of rest.
It is of course still early days and perhaps the break has come at a good time for the West London side to reset, writes Sports News Blitz’s Nathan Dougan.
Premier League opinion: Sacked Michael Carrick pays the price for failing to get Man Utd verve going
So the sun has set on another Manchester United manager as Michael Carrick drives away from Carrington chewing on dust, writes Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore.
One of our favourite sons, set up to fail after a summer of bungled recruitment that fell way short of where it needed to be.
All this on the back of a remarkable caretaker period where he picked up the ruins of the Ruben Amorim tenure and chiselled out Champions League football with a top-three finish.
Today sacrificed at the Ineos altar like some sort of lamb, or the poor goat out of Jurassic Park.
NFL Week 10 predictions: Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers to win crunch divisional games; Brock Purdy to dice through the Dallas Cowboys
It’s now the second half of the NFL season. This is when things get serious.
In the NFC, the north and San Francisco 49ers are setting the standard.
Comfortably atop the NFC West, the 49ers travel to Dallas for one of the NFL’s most iconic rivalries.
Meanwhile the Green Bay Packers will host the Minnesota Vikings with massive divisional implications for the NFC North.
The Bears took the lead in the division last week, but are on a bye this week. The Lions have a chance to catch up in Germany where they face the New England Patriots.
Things are also heating up in the AFC, most notably in the AFC North.
This week the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals will face off with the division lead on the line.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Josiah Burdsall makes his predictions for four big games this week.
Rugby union news: France vs South Africa preview - Huge Test awaits both sides in Paris
France and South Africa are set to face each other in what promises to be an exciting encounter at the Stade de France on Friday, November 13.
Whenever these two mammoth rugby nations meet, there is usually plenty of drama, with this fixture no different.
Both teams will be looking to get an important victory in the Nations Championship, but there is also a lot of pride at stake.
With two of the strongest sides in world rugby going head-to-head, fans can expect a physical and entertaining game, writes Sports News Blitz’s Elliot Desage.
NFL analysis: A detailed look at the playoffs race in the NFC North
In 2021, the NFL expanded the playoffs to 14 teams, opening up the possibility of an entire division making it in.
It's not uncommon for a division to have three teams go to the playoffs.
Last season we saw the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and San Francisco 49ers represent the NFC West.
But the NFC North might take this one step further, writes Sports News Blitz’s NFL expert Josiah Burdsall..
Right now, every single team has at least six wins, and if the playoffs started today, they would all be in.
It seems unlikely, but with Caleb Williams and Jordan Love gunslinging, and the Vikings locking down every offense they face, maybe just maybe it can happen.
Cricket betting tips: Best bets for New Zealand vs India and Australia vs England
New Zealand look to keep the ODI series alive against India in the fourth match at Mount Maunganui, while Australia and England begin their three-match ODI series in Perth.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s cricket betting expert Himanshu Sharma breaks down the best bets, value plays, and key betting angles ahead of this week’s action.
Los Angeles Chargers @ Baltimore Ravens: High expectations crumble to harsh reality
The Los Angeles Chargers are set to visit the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, November 17 (1:15am UK time) as they look to end their eight-game losing streak at M&T Bank Stadium.
1976 was the last time an NFL team started a season 0-8. That was done by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, in their first-ever season as an NFL team.
Since then, no team has started a season 0-8 until a team with Super Bowl contender expectations decided they wanted to compete.
Unfortunately, the wrong way, writes Sports News Blitz’s Brandon Tomlinson.
Golf betting tips: Four big names to watch out for at DP World Tour Championship
The 2026 DP World Tour season comes to an end this week, with Dubai playing host to the season-ending DP World Tour Championship.
The event also serves as the climax to the Race to Dubai, with several players still vying for the season-ending title.
England’s Matt Fitzpatrick returns to Jumeirah Golf Estates as the reigning DP World Tour champion, where he overcame Rory McIlroy in a playoff to win last year.
Jumeirah Golf Estates was opened in 2009, and has served as the venue of the DP World Tour Championship since the inaugural edition, in that same year.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s golf writer Jay Kennedy goes through the big names who have very high expectations, ahead of the conclusion of the 2026 season.
Five Richard Johnson crowd-pleasers at the Cheltenham Festival
Four-time champion jockey Richard Johnson is still a regular on the Cheltenham Festival circuit, so Sports News Blitz decided to pick out a handful of his best short-priced winners at Prestbury Park.
Johnson hung up his silks in 2021, but he collected over 3,500 winners in his career, including two Gold Cups, a Queen Mother Champion Chase and a Champion Hurdle among his 22 Cheltenham Festival winners.
Everyone loves leaving Cheltenham after picking a winner or two, and the tough-as-old-boots Johnson has provided a regular supply of winnings to favourite backers.
Sports News Blitz looks back at some of his most memorable successes priced at 5/1 and under at the Cheltenham Festival, to help you get all misty-eyed before we go again in 2027.
Could Premier League Clubs Start Creating Their Own Online Entertainment Platforms?
Back in the day, a lot of fans simply supported their local club because they were able to easily attend in person. Then, when broadcast came along, it made it easier for people to follow teams from further afield.
Now, digital realms are the battlegrounds for attracting new fans. With so many people used to consuming entertainment on dedicated platforms, clubs may need to develop their own online entertainment platforms to connect with supporters.
Horsforth Hawks named Team of the Year at the Rounders England Awards 2026
The Horsforth Hawks have won Team of the Year at the Rounders England Awards 2026.
These are national awards. Hundreds of nominations came in from clubs across the country, and the winners were picked by a Rounders England committee.
Sports News Blitz are proud sponsors of the Horsforth Hawks Reds - and the Yorkshire-based team said in a joint statement: “Being chosen from that many clubs is a real honour for everyone involved with the Hawks.
“It's been a big year! The judges recognised how we've grown while staying a welcoming, inclusive club.”
2026 F1 Sao Paulo GP: Lando Norris clinches third season win as Mercedes come home with the Constructors’ Championship
Sao Paulo showed the beauty of the Interlagos circuit as Formula 1 raced on the streets of Brazil once again.
Max Verstappen drove another historic race, climbing 19 positions to finish P2 after a grid penalty set him at the back of the grid.
Mercedes beat Ferrari in a fight to the Constructors’ championship, clinching it with three races left in 2026.
Read on as Sports News Blitz F1 writer Leia Cornall gives a lap-by-lap rundown of the 2026 Sao Paulo GP.
Former F1 grid girl Leilani Dowding questions ban after deleted Lewis Hamilton post
Former F1 grid girl Leilani Dowding has criticised Formula 1's decision to ban grid girls, saying she was disappointed that Lewis Hamilton deleted a social media post supporting their return.
Dowding, who worked at Grands Prix before the practice was discontinued in 2018, shared her views in an interview with OLBG, reflecting on her experience in the sport.
Horse racing: Why do the Irish rule the Cheltenham Festival?
The Prestbury Cup is awarded to the country with the most winning trainers/horses across the 28 races at the Cheltenham Festival, and the winners’ list is currently grim reading for the British.
Apart from a tie in 2019, the Brits have won the trophy just five times in its 13-year history, and not lifted it once this decade. Simply put, the Irish have dominated.
Premier League: Arsenal five points clear, Brighton flying, Man City faltering and more
Arsenal enter the November international break five points clear at the top of the Premier League, with their defensive organisation and consistency setting them apart from the chasing pack.
Mikel Arteta’s side have taken 27 points from their opening 10 matches, winning nine and losing just once.
While their attacking performances have not always been convincing, their ability to control games and limit opponents has provided the foundation for their impressive start.
Behind them, Brighton have emerged as unexpected challengers, while Manchester City’s recent struggles have raised questions about their ability to keep pace.
Liverpool and Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to show why individual quality alone is not enough to sustain a title challenge, writes Sports News Blitz’s Almonzer Hussain.
NBA news: Philadelphia 76ers continue to shine as Luka Dončić leads MVP race and rookies impress
The 2026/27 NBA season has started off supremely well, with frequent changes at the top of the conference standings and star players putting in career-high performances.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lorenzo Gagliotta breaks down what has happened so far around the league.