Joshua Pacio wants to end ‘unfinished business’ vs Jarred Brooks

FILE–Joshua Pacio, left, and Jarred Brooks face off during the pre-fight press conference at Solaire Resort and Casino. The two headline ONE 164 on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena. Photo from ONE Championship MANILA, Philippines—Joshua Pacio couldn’t have made it any clearer: he wants a trilogy with Jarred Brooks. Pacio could’ve had the satisfaction…

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Love him or hate him, Cruz is all about the winning business

Jericho Cruz is aware of the mixed reactions that comes with having an on-court persona loved by the San Miguel Beer faithful and loathed by rival fans. “I’m used to haters,” Cruz said in Filipino after his vital contribution in the Beermen’s title-clinching win over the Magnolia Hotshots in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner’s…

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The Business of Boxing: The Economics of Pay-Per-View Events

Boxing has always been a popular sport, with fans eagerly waiting to see their favorite fighters step into the ring and battle it out for glory. But behind the glitz and glamour of the sport, there is a complex business model that drives the industry, particularly in the form of pay-per-view (PPV) events. PPV events…

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Transfer business: How Premier League clubs sign stars from South America | Football News

In 2019 Moises Caicedo was spotted in Ecuador and signed for £4.5m. Two years later Alexis Mac Allister was plucked out of Argentina for £7.7m. The pair would go on to play crucial roles in Brighton securing European football for the first time in their history last season – before they were sold on for…

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The Business of Boxing: How Promoters and Managers Navigate the Fight Game

Boxing is a multi-billion dollar industry, with a long and storied history dating back centuries. From the sport’s humble beginnings in ancient Greece to the glitz and glamour of today’s big money super fights, the business of boxing has always been a high-stakes game of strategy and negotiation. At the center of the boxing business…

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Luke Littler: It’s back to business at darts’ Bahrain Masters after run to World Championship final | Darts News

Luke Littler is ready to get “back to business” as he begins life after his sensational World Championship campaign. The 16-year-old took Alexandra Palace by storm over Christmas, bulldozing his way to the final on debut before losing to Luke Humphries. His life changed forever during that run as he became front-page news, enjoyed celebrity…

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The Business of Boxing: The Financial and Commercial Side of the Sport

Boxing has long been known as the sport of champions, with its fiercely competitive nature and thrilling matches captivating audiences around the world. But beyond the blood, sweat, and tears inside the ring, there is also a lucrative business behind the sport that has helped to elevate boxing to new heights. The financial and commercial…

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Gin Kings, a familiar fixture on Dec. 25 games, have serious business in this latest outing vs TNT

Ginebra guard Scottie Thompson. –PBA IMAGES Tim Cone has always acknowledged the difficulty of having to work on Christmas Day, even if Barangay Ginebra has been almost an annual fixture on such special occasion. “It’s difficult with all the distractions, but it’s also an honor,” said Cone as the Gin Kings face the TNT Tropang…

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Anthony Joshua is all business while Deontay Wilder’s zen makes him even more menacing than usual | Boxing News

Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder have cut contrasting figures this week. I like watching fighters during fight week, I find it fascinating. In some cases their demeanour is the same all week, they’re consistent, whether cheerful or surly, whilst others change as the days pass, as they get nearer and nearer fight night. Some can…

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Lakers ready to get back to business after historic NBA Cup win

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, center, lifts the the NBA Cup while celebrating with teammates after they defeated the Indiana Pacers 123-109 in the championship game in the NBA basketball In-Season Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, in Las Vegas.(AP Photo/Ian Maule) The champagne was flowing after LeBron James and Anthony Davis inspired the…

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