MMA news: Sean Brady talks short-notice main event against Leon Edwards
Sean Brady is stepping up on short notice to headline UFC London against former welterweight champion Leon Edwards after Jack Della Maddalena was pulled from the card.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down the unexpected matchup and what it means for the division.
Man Utd news: Alejandro Garnacho’s reaction raises questions about Ruben Amorim’s authority at Manchester United
Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Ipswich should have been a moment of relief for Ruben Amorim.
However, Alejandro Garnacho’s dramatic response to his first-half substitution has shifted the post-match discussion towards the manager’s control over his dressing room.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer and suffering Manchester United fan Noah Ngcobo examines the fallout from Garnacho’s reaction and what it means for Amorim’s authority at the club.
NBA news: Luka Doncic faces former team in emotional clash
Luka Doncic faced his former team for the first time since being traded, delivering a strong performance for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Dallas Mavericks.
Despite an emotional buildup, the Slovenian star led his new team to a statement victory, though his postgame reaction reflected the complexity of the moment.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo breaks down the intense matchup.
Five of the best boxing films - Rocky leads a knockout collection of movies
Sports News Blitz loves a bit of boxing - and we are also partial to watching movies, hence launching Film News Blitz in readiness for Oscars weekend.
Leeds Trinity University sports journalism student Jonathon House steps into the ring himself and has an undefeated streak of four fights and four wins.
He’s also a Barnsley FC fan so is a massive football follower - but with Oscars buzz ringing around everyone’s social channels, we asked him to write about his favourite boxing films.
Let’s get into it shall we…
FA Cup betting tips: Cardiff City to score, and banter club Manchester United to serve up more chaos
We are up, for the Cup, and Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher is here with his highly anticipated betting tips.
2025 F1 pre-season testing begins: Early signs, controversies, and standout performances
The 2025 Formula 1 pre-season testing commenced at the Bahrain International Circuit, with Lando Norris setting the fastest lap on the opening day.
The session experienced a brief interruption due to a power outage, but teams maximised the extended track time to gather valuable data ahead of the upcoming season.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Samy Aouati takes us through the key points from the first day of pre-season testing.
76% of fans want more women’s football coverage, survey finds
A survey by international sports marketing agency Sportfive has revealed that 76 per cent of women’s football fans would like to see more coverage of the sport.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Coco Gauff celebrates Black History Month with hairstyle tribute to Williams sisters
In celebration of Black History Month, tennis superstar Coco Gauff is sporting a new hairstyle that pays tribute to the legendary Williams sisters.
Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.
Six Nations news: Four talking points from the third round
A brilliant weekend of Six Nations action saw Ireland claim the ‘Triple Crown’ and England finally beat Scotland to regain the Calcutta Cup after five long years.
Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Garrett takes a look at four talking points from the third round.
F1 preview: Key things to look out for as 2025 pre-season testing gets underway in Bahrain
On Wednesday, February 26, F1 makes its long-awaited return to the track for three days of pre-season testing in Bahrain.
It is often said that testing ultimately means very little, as teams scramble to hide their true performance from their rival competitors.
But Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles disagrees and takes a look at the key things to look out for in preparation for what could be F1’s tightest season yet.
MMA analysis: Has Henry Cejudo’s return tarnished his legacy?
Since returning from retirement and going 0-3 in his last three fights, former two-weight world champion Henry Cejudo may have compromised his lasting legacy, particularly at bantamweight.
Sports News Blitz’s MMA writer Niall Togher debates the issue…
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari debut steals spotlight as F1 pre-season testing kicks off in Bahrain
Lewis Hamilton will light up the Bahrain International Circuit with his Ferrari come Wednesday, February 26.
In this article, Sports News Blitz F1 expert Noah Ngcobo breaks down what to expect from the seven-time world champion’s highly anticipated pre-season debut.
Sports for Dummies: What is Korfball? The basic rules of a sport on the rise
Korfball? What the f**k is Korfball? That’s the standard response Sip Media Solutions’ digital marketing intern Michelle Erskine gets when she talks about the mix of Basketball and Netball.
She’s started to get quite annoyed by the fact no one knows what it is…she loves it, and plays it every week for Leeds Beckett University - and here, she gives us a dummies guide to Korfball.
Man Utd news: Survival stakes - Manchester United and Ipswich Town clash in crucial relegation battle
Manchester United welcome Ipswich Town to Old Trafford for a midweek Premier League clash that carries far more weight than anyone could have predicted at the start of the season.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo examines how England’s most successful club finds itself in an unexpected battle for survival.
Premier League Darts news: Night 4 preview and predictions
Premier League Darts head to Exeter for the fourth instalment of weekly action.
Luke Humphries remains at the summit of the table closely followed by Gerwyn Price who set Dublin alight last week, reports Sports News Blitz’s arrows expert Joseph Hannen.
Despite recording the highest average across the season so far, Luke Littler has dropped to fourth and only Stephen Bunting is yet to record a win this campaign.
MMA news: Dana White shuts down Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo rematch talk
The main event of UFC Fight Night 252 between Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo was clouded by controversy following Yadong’s technical decision victory after only three of the five scheduled rounds were completed.
The action was cut short by an accidental eye poke that rendered the former two-weight world champion Cejudo with limited vision in his left eye, writes Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher.
Premier League news: Rashford and Asensio reignite Aston Villa’s season in comeback victory over Chelsea
Loan signings Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio came to Aston Villa’s rescue on Saturday as Unai Emery’s side claimed a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Chelsea.
Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce analyses the triumph at Villa Park and considers how it might impact the rest of the season.
British & Irish Lions news: A guide to the history and cultural significance of the Lions
The British & Irish Lions are a prestigious and historic touring rugby union team that represents the four Home Nations of the British Isles, namely England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott offers a rundown of the history and cultural significance of the Lions.
Six Nations news: Will Georgia ever compete in the Championship?
Georgia have officially challenged the worst-performing team in the Six Nations, Wales, to a play-off match in order to determine the tournament’s ‘rightful’ sixth team.
Sports New Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliot examines Georgia’s case for Championship inclusion.
Six Nations news: England’s most memorable game against each rival
Playing the same countries each year means that storylines and memories are ever-changing in the Six Nations, with new ones being created every spring.
With teams sure to have both good and bad moments, here are some of the more positive ones from an English perspective.
Sports News Blitz writer Charlie Elliott takes a look at England’s most memorable result against each of their rivals.