British & Irish Lions news: Player watch – Premiership, United Rugby Championship semi-finals
With three of four semi-finals across the English Premiership and United Rugby Championship involving constituent nations of the British & Irish Lions, several members of Andy Farrell’s squad for the upcoming tour to Australia had a welcome run-out in pressure matches.
Here, Sports News Blitz rugby writer Jacob Garrett reviews the weekend’s action and considers which Lions players put their hands up to start against Joe Schmidt’s Wallabies side.
Cricket betting tips: England vs India – Joe Root, Jasprit Bumrah to dominate 2025 Test series
England and India are set to begin a new chapter in their historic rivalry this summer when the two face off in a much-anticipated five-match Test series.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket writer Bilal Patel takes a look at the betting odds and offers some expert tips ahead of the thrilling match-up.
Thomas Frank takes the reins at Spurs: Can the Danish coach steady Tottenham’s ship?
Tottenham Hotspur have pulled off a bold move, appointing Thomas Frank as their new head coach on a three-year deal, running until 2028.
The Dane leaves Brentford after seven transformative years to succeed Ange Postecoglou, despite the Australian delivering Europa League glory just weeks ago.
The Scottish renaissance in Serie A: Scott McTominay, Che Adams and Billy Gilmour revelling in Italian jobs
Serie A has been a land of attraction for players from all around the world.
It is one of the biggest leagues in the world, and home to some of the most renowned clubs.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Xhulio Zeneli explores the rise of Scottish footballers in Italy and how they’ve reignited a long-dormant connection between Scottish football and Serie A.
Canadian GP: Lewis Hamilton eyes Montreal comeback amid Ferrari struggles
Veteran champion Lewis Hamilton returns to the scene of past glory hoping to reignite his 2025 F1 season.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores whether Montreal could mark the turning point Hamilton so desperately needs.
Horse racing news: Epsom Derby – World Pool turnover up year-on-year to £5.1m
Saturday’s Derby at Epsom resulted in turnover on World Pool bet types of HK$54,403,320 (approx. £5.1m), up on 2024’s figure of HK$51,760,276 (approx. £4.9m).
Won by the Aidan O’Brien–trained Lambourn, who returned at 10.35 for World Pool customers, the 18-runner Classic showed up positively with international punters.
NBA news: Indiana’s bench ignites Game 3 win - Pacers ahead in NBA Finals
The 2025 NBA Finals have turned into a battle of the benches, where in Game 3, Indiana’s second unit delivered a knockout blow to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Via a relentless showing from the reserves, the Pacers defended their home floor and claimed a 116-107 victory over OKC, clinching a 2-1 series lead.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo brings his analysis along with him to break down the events of Game 3.
F1 Canadian GP predictions: Contenders for the race win, a podium finish and more
The Canadian Grand Prix starts this weekend and tensions are high.
With Max Verstappen winning the race for the last three years, will the streak continue or will someone else take the trophy?
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman shares her predictions on who will be on the podium and who will be able to snatch up some points this weekend.
The former F1 drivers competing at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans
Formula 1 and F1 Academy are headed to Montreal for the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend, but that’s not where all the action will be.
The 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans will also take place this weekend, from Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, June 15.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s deputy content editor Nicole Powell, takes us through the 19 familiar faces from F1 who will be competing at this year’s Le Mans.
Golf betting tips: US Open – Bryson DeChambeau to challenge Scottie Scheffler at Oakmont
Golf's toughest test is back as the PGA Tour heads to the incredibly punishing Oakmont Country Club for the 2025 US Open.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Sam Condy breaks down four of his favourite picks ahead of a merciless week of major golf.
Soccer news: England manager Thomas Tuchel claims 'huge' advantage for two Premier League clubs
The Club World Cup is set to take effect on Saturday, June 14, with England boss Thomas Tuchel chiming in on the impact the tournament may have on next season’s Premier League title challenge.
With both of the top two Premier League teams this season, Liverpool and Arsenal, not featuring in the tournament this year - Tuchel claims it gives them a “huge” edge over challengers Manchester City and Chelsea in the upcoming title race.
Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo weighs in on the England manager’s comments.
Royal Ascot 2025 news: A celebration of heritage, horsepower and high stakes
In the realm of British sport, few spectacles capture tradition, elegance and sporting excellence quite like Royal Ascot.
From Tuesday, June 17 to Saturday, June 21, the world’s finest flat racing will once again grace the hallowed turf of Ascot Racecourse for the 2025 renewal of this prestigious meeting.
More than a sporting event, Royal Ascot is a cornerstone of the British social and cultural calendar - and it is one Sports News Blitz will be watching (and betting on) with glee.
Club World Cup news: Complete fixture list including teams, venues and kick-off times
A selection of football’s most iconic teams and players will gather this summer to battle for the honour of being crowned FIFA Club World Cup champions.
The tournament is being staged in the United States across a sprawling network of cities and will run from June 14 to July 13.
Here, Sports News Blitz breaks down when all the games are taking place and where.
Royal Ascot 2025 news: William Hill’s biggest liabilities revealed ahead of horse racing extravaganza
Just under a week out from Royal Ascot, William Hill have revealed which of next week’s runners stand to be the biggest losers in their markets for the Royal Meeting.
The five-day extravaganza from the Berkshire track is one of the marquee events in the betting calendar, and the leading bookmaker can reveal that Karl Burke’s speedy juvenile Zelaina, who looks set to line up in the Queen Mary, tops their list of the worst liabilities.
Jan Brueghel tops rankings after Coronation Cup triumph
Jan Brueghel's much-improved performance in the Coronation Cup at Epsom on Friday has propelled him to the top of Timeform's pecking order in Europe.
That gritty half-length defeat of Calandagan earned Jan Brueghel a Timeform rating of 128 (from 119p) which marks him out as the joint-highest-rated horse in Europe along with last season's King George winner Goliath, who didn't need to be at his best to win a Group 3 at Longchamp on Sunday.
A new era awaits: The 2026 F1 season calendar is here
The 2026 Formula 1 season marks a seismic shift - not only in the technical landscape but also in how the calendar unfolds.
There are still 24 races, and for most of the year, things move at a steady pace. Double-headers come and go, but it’s not until the final stretch that the chaos really kicks in.
2025 Canadian GP preview: Max Verstappen’s penalty worries, Lance Stroll’s injury battle, Mercedes look to recover and more burning questions
Following a well-earned rest off the back of a chaotic European triple-header, F1 returns for the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, June 15.
With all eyes on Max Verstappen, a race against time for Lance Stroll, and Mercedes hoping to bounce back from a torrid European leg, there is a lot to look out for at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal.
Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles considers five burning questions In the build-up to the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix.
Club World Cup news: Meet the European representatives
Saturday, June 14 marks the start of the Club World Cup, and after covering the five other confederations, we now turn our attention to the final stop - Europe.
UEFA has 12 teams competing in the competition and while many of the participants are self explanatory, there are a number of teams that have benefitted from the limitation of two teams per country.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley introduces our lesser known European contingent (and debutants) participating and explores which teams could spoil the party of the top Champions League-winning teams.
Springboks news: Rassie Erasmus charges into the 2025 Test season with bold 54-man squad
On Thursday, June 5, Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus named his first official Test squad consisting of 54 players for the season-opening clashes against the Barbarians, Italy, and Georgia.
The squad blends explosiveness and versatility with a make-up that balances youth and experience.
What this means for the 2025 Test season - Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo discusses.
Club World Cup news: A celebration of global champions with legacy on the line
In the summer of 2025, the United States will become the epicentre of world football as it plays host to a seismic shift in the global game – the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup.
Here, Sports News Blitz takes a closer look at the upcoming tournament and what it means for football.