Month: January 2024
Dan Azeez faces off with Joshua Buatsi ahead of light-heavyweight collision: ‘I want to prove myself’ | Boxing News
Dan Azeez and Joshua Buatsi have faced off ahead of their light-heavyweight collision this Saturday at the OVO Arena Wembley, live on Sky Sports. Azeez has risen through British boxing’s small-hall circuit to win national and continental championships. But now he will take on an old friend and former sparring partner in Buatsi to win…
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Justin Brownlee sanction set to be known this week, says SBP
Gilas Pilipinas’ Justin Brownlee. (Photo by Luis Veniegra / SOPA Images/Sipa USA) MANILA, Philippines–Justin Brownlee’s availability for Gilas Pilipinas for the opening window of the Fiba Asia Cup qualifiers is expected to be made official in the coming days, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas said on Tuesday. “We were told that it could come in…
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The Evolution of Boxing: From Bare Knuckles to Modern Gloves
Boxing has been a popular sport for centuries, and it has undergone significant changes over time. From bare-knuckle brawls to the use of modern gloves, the evolution of boxing has been shaped by a variety of factors, including changes in rules, equipment, and societal attitudes. The earliest form of boxing, known as bare-knuckle boxing, dates…
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Tyrrell Hatton: Ryder Cup star switches to LIV Golf League from PGA Tour to join Jon Rahm’s team | Golf News
Tyrrell Hatton will join forces with Ryder Cup team-mate Jon Rahm in the LIV Golf League after becoming the latest high-profile name to join the Saudi-backed circuit. The 32-year-old – who is ranked 16th in the world and a past winner on both the PGA Tour and DP World Tour – will be part of…
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Jordan overcomes 10-man Iraq to reach Asian Cup quarterfinals
Jordan’s Ehsan Haddad carries his national flag after they beat them 3-2 during the Asian Cup round of 16 soccer match between Iraq and Jordan at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Hussein Sayed) AL-RAYYAN, Qata — Aymen Hussein was sent off moments after putting Iraq within sight of the…
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Morgan Rogers: Aston Villa agree £16m deal to sign Middlesbrough winger | Football News
Aston Villa have agreed a deal with Middlesbrough to sign winger Morgan Rogers. It is understood the deal could eventually be worth £16m if add-ons are reached. The fee marks a significant profit for Middlesbrough in just six months after they signed Rogers for £1m from Manchester City last summer. City stand to benefit from…
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49ers open as favorites to dethrone Chiefs in Super Bowl
Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) huddles with teammates against the Detroit Lions during the first half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports Oddsmakers think the San Francisco 49ers have what it takes to prevent the Kansas…
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Upper Austria Open in Linz: Britain’s Jodie Burrage continues fine form to reach last 16 | Tennis News
Jodie Burrage continued her fine form at the Upper Austria Open in Linz by beating French seventh seed Varvara Gracheva in straight sets to reach the last 16. The British No 2, who came through two qualifying rounds, sealed her first main draw win of the season in the 6-4 6-0 success against the world…
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Trail Blazers down Embiid-less 76ers
Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups reacts after receiving a technical foul during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Portland, Ore., Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes) PORTLAND, Oregon — Jerami Grant scored 27 points and the Portland Trail Blazers took advantage of reigning NBA MVP…
Read More In the Corner of the Ring: The Unique Storytelling of Boxing Anime
Boxing anime is a genre that has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, with many new series and films coming out that explore the world of boxing and the fighters who inhabit it. One such series that has caught the attention of fans and critics alike is In the Corner of the Ring.…
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