MMA news: ‘I just knew I was going to break him!’ Sean Brady recaps his dominant win over Leon Edwards
Sean Brady has shaken up the welterweight division with his victory over Leon Edwards at UFC London.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down the dominant performance that has put Brady on the fast track to UFC stardom.
Rugby union news: Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus launches podcast
Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus has released a new podcast, Rassie+, on the Smash Sports YouTube channel and excitement is building over the rugby insights and general sporting prowess that will be on offer.
Sports News Blitz and Film News Blitz writer – not to mention stalwart Springboks supporter – Aidan Leo analyses the purpose of the new podcast and what it means for the South African national side this season and beyond.
FA Cup news: Preston North End vs Aston Villa – Five key battles and score prediction
Championship outfit Preston North End host Premier League heavyweights Aston Villa in an FA Cup quarter-final this weekend, with a trip to famous Wembley in the offing.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen takes a look at five key battles across the pitch that could prove decisive at Deepdale Stadium.
Premier League Darts news: Night 8 preview and predictions
Premier League Darts heads to Newcastle this week for its eighth nightly installment, where home hero Chris Dobey will look to take advantage of a supportive crowd.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen previews Night 8 on Tyneside and offers some predictions for the evening.
England news: What Thomas Tuchel’s first two games have told us about the squad
The first international break of the Thomas Tuchel reign has been a successful one for England, beating Albania and Latvia to begin their World Cup Qualifying campaign.
Despite still being in the early stages of the Tuchel era, there are plenty of talking points about the squad selection going forward, with some players exceeding expectations.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson has identified five of the key areas of discussion following the German’s first two games in charge of the Three Lions.
F1 News: Biggest winners and losers from F1 2025 Chinese Grand Prix
With three disqualifications, strategy gambles, and rumours already starting to swirl in the driver market, it was another dramatic weekend of F1 as China hosted the first Sprint weekend of the season.
Following the slippery season-opener at a rainy Albert Park in Melbourne, all eyes were on how the likes of Oscar Piastri, Lewis Hamilton, and Liam Lawson would bounce back from difficult starts to the 2025 campaign.
Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles breaks down the biggest winners and losers to come out of the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, March 23.
Rugby union news: Premiership weekend review, British & Irish Lions watch
The English Premiership returned this week after a hiatus for the Six Nations.
Storming back with the ‘Derby Weekend’, the competition returned with an absolute bang.
From high-scoring contests to demolitions of local rivals, this weekend had it all.
With British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell constantly watching over the action for which players may put their hand up, there are several talking points from this weekend.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s rugby writer Jacob Garrett breaks it down game by game.
Golf betting tips: Aldrich Potgieter’s colossal drives give him an advantage in Texas
The PGA Tour heads to Texas this week as the players gear up for the Texas Children's Houston Open.
Played at the Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course, long hitters and elite putters are heavily favoured this week.
Generous fairways mean driving length is preferred over accuracy, while historically, golfers hot with the flat stick have also placed well.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down four of the best picks ahead of the Houston Open.
FA Cup analysis: Bournemouth vs Man City - Five key battles and score prediction
High-flying Bournemouth welcome Manchester City to the Vitality Stadium in the FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday, March 30 (4.30pm kick-off).
The Cherries will be looking to progress to the club’s first-ever FA Cup semi-final, while Pep Guardiola’s side will be hoping to salvage what has been a disappointing season by reaching the semi-finals of the famous competition.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Tom Nichols takes a look at five battles which will prove decisive in the match.
Why you should bet on the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the NBA Playoffs
Sports News Blitz writer George Dempsey breaks down why the Oklahoma City Thunder are worth a wager this season.
With rising confidence, OKC is primed to make a serious run for the NBA Championship.
F1 news: McLaren star Oscar Piastri makes up for Melbourne misery, Haas impress and more
The 2025 Formula One season is already heating up, and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri has made an early statement by clinching his third F1 victory at the Chinese Grand Prix.
McLaren now leads both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships, signalling that they may be serious contenders this season.
With plenty of predictions swirling before the season kicked off, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce takes a closer look at five teams and how they fared at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Leeds Utd news: Daniel Farke’s dilemma – Should Junior Firpo stay or go?
From looking like one of the worst signings in the club’s recent history to earning cult hero status, Junior Firpo’s journey at Leeds United has been nothing short of remarkable.
Now, with players such as Jayden Bogle making a long-term case for his position, it is do or die for the Dominican and a tough decision on his future at the club awaits.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher weighs up the pros and cons of keeping Firpo at Leeds.
British & Irish Lions news: The top five Lions players of all time
Since their inception in 1888, the British & Irish Lions have gone down in rugby folklore, with every player to have ever donned the famous jersey being etched in the history books forever.
Yet, while all Lions players can be considered legends of the game in their own right, some will be remembered particularly fondly.
Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott takes a look at the top five Lions players of all time.
British and Irish Lions Tour: Australia’s key players
As the British and Irish Lions gear up for their upcoming tour to Australia, the Wallabies are preparing for one of the most intense and anticipated rivalries in rugby.
The Lions’ visits to Australia are always thrilling, and this series promises to be no different.
With a blend of experienced stars and emerging talent, Australia’s rugby future looks bright ahead of the 2027 World Cup that will also be held in the country.
In this article, Sports News Blitz rugby union writer Charlie Elliott looks at some of the stars from Joe Schmidt’s side.
Chinese GP: Lewis Hamilton’s Sprint victory sparks Ferrari’s hopes despite Shanghai qualifying struggles
The Chinese Grand Prix weekend started on a high note for Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari.
After struggling in Australia, the seven-time world champion seemed more at ease with the SF-25 as soon as he hit the track in Shanghai.
Hamilton looked competitive from the outset, finishing Free Practice in P4 and securing pole position for the Sprint race.
Liverpool news: ‘Proud’ Andy Robertson ready to fight for left-back spot at Anfield
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is ready to fight for his first-team place at Anfield amid rumours manager Arne Slot wants to sign a new left-back this summer.
Robertson, 31, has been a mainstay for the Reds in defence since moving to Merseyside for £8million in July 2017.
The marauding left-back has also been a regular fixture in many Fantasy Football managers’ teams as he provides a threat from set-pieces and attacking forays down the left flank…
British and Irish Lions: Top five points scorers of all time
Established in 1888, the British and Irish Lions' tours to the Southern Hemisphere have become legendary, with the team facing off against some of the world's most formidable opponents, including New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia.
Over the years, many iconic players have donned the Lions jersey, contributing to the team's rich history of success and memorable moments.
Among these players, a select few have left their mark by becoming the highest points scorers in Lions history.
IPL 2025 preview: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt and Liam Livingstone have point to prove
Whilst attention in England shifts to the beginning of the domestic red ball season, early Spring also signals the arrival of cricket’s most prestigious franchise tournament – the Indian Premier League.
Known as IPL, the tournament returns on Saturday for its 18th edition as reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s cricket writer Dom Harris takes a look at some of the key talking points that will unfold over the next two months.
British and Irish Lions news: A look at the last three tours to Australia
The British and Irish Lions tours have become a staple every four years, with the best from the Home Nations heading to the southern hemisphere to battle it out with some of the finest national teams in World Rugby.
In recent years, the touring side has gone to South Africa, New Zealand and Australia every four years, meaning that it is a 12-year turnaround before facing each nation again.
This long gap means it’s been quite a while since the Lions last clashed with the Wallabies, who they play in the 2025 edition.
There have only been three tours in which these two have solely played each other in the Test series, with the tour going to New Zealand and Australia together before 1989.
In this article, Sports News Blitz rugby writer Charlie Elliott revisits those three iconic Lions tours Down Under.
Ryan Moore eyes Hong Kong Derby glory with Mickley in high-stakes return
Ryan Moore is preparing to return to Hong Kong to ride the John Size-trained Mickley in the HK$26 million (£2.6m) BMW Hong Kong Derby at Sha Tin on Sunday 23 March, one of seven rides he has picked up on the card.