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UFC 318: Dustin Poirier versus Max Holloway continues on the prelims with a fight between Francisco Prado and Nikolay Veretennikov in the welterweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Prado-Veretennikov prediction and pick. Francisco Prado (12-3) enters UFC 318 hoping to snap a two-fight skid after dropping back-to-back unanimous decisions […]

UFC 318: Dustin Poirier versus Max Holloway continues on the prelims with a fight between Adam Fugitt and Islam Dulatov in the welterweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Fugitt-Dulatov prediction and pick. Adam Fugitt (10-4) bounced back into the win column with a gritty split-decision victory over Josh Quinlan […]

UFC 318: Dustin Poirier versus Max Holloway continues on the prelims with a fight between Brunno Ferreira and Jackson McVey in the middleweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Ferreira-McVey prediction and pick. Brunno Ferreira (13-2) rebounded from a third-round submission loss to Abus Magomedov by quickly submitting Armen Petrosyan […]

UFC 318: Dustin Poirier versus Max Holloway kicks off the prelims with a fight between Carli Judice and Nicolle Caliari in the women’s flyweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Judice-Caliari prediction and pick. Carli Judice (4-2) enters UFC 318 off a career-saving head-kick knockout over Yuneisy Duben, rebounding from […]

The unpredictable nature of MMA has once again thrown a wrench into the carefully laid plans of UFC matchmakers. According to Garrett Kerman of ClutchPoints, former flyweight title challenger Alex Perez is officially out of his hotly anticipated clash with rising contender Steve Erceg at UFC Vegas 109. With just weeks until the event on […]

In an era where seismic changes come rarely in boxing, today the sport has experienced a generational shift. Turki Alalshikh, the Saudi power broker who has spearheaded boxing’s global renaissance through his stewardship of Riyadh Season, announced the abolishment of the pay-per-view model for all future Riyadh Season and The Ring fight cards, beginning this […]

The Seattle Seahawks have spent much of 2025 redefining themselves, from the sidelines to the starting lineup. Now entering year two under head coach Mike Macdonald, the team is coming off a respectable 10-7 campaign. But seismic roster changes and a bold pivot at quarterback have created a unique landscape of expectations, and uncertainty. No […]

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao made headlines not just for lacing up his gloves again, but for his surprise appearance at the Las Vegas Raiders’ practice facility this week, where he teamed up with star defensive end Maxx Crosby. With just days before his highly anticipated WBC world welterweight title fight against Mario Barrios, Pacquiao’s presence […]

The Los Angeles Rams enter 2025 with optimism and the expectations that come with an aggressive front office and an ambitious coaching staff. After a bounce-back year that saw them reclaim the NFC West, only to fall short in a tight Divisional Round, the Rams doubled down in the offseason, trading for star receiver Davante […]

High expectations come with the territory of high achievement in the NFL, and in 2025, no San Francisco 49ers player is feeling the weight of those expectations more than quarterback Brock Purdy. Just three seasons after stunning the league with his late-draft rise, Purdy now stands as the face of the franchise, newly extended, handsomely […]

Fresh off a remarkable run as bantamweight champion, Merab Dvalishvili has never shied away from speaking his mind on contenders and the ever-shifting landscape of the UFC’s 135-pound division. In a candid recent interview, Dvalishvili set the MMA world abuzz with his pointed assessment of Umar Nurmagomedov, a fighter many believe is a legitimate threat […]

NBA Summer League sparks all kinds of heated debates and premature assumptions, and the Washington Wizards’ 2025 campaign has delivered an intriguing batch of storylines. Thanks to a roster bustling with recent first-round picks and sophomores eager to make an impression, the Wizards have attracted their share of over-the-top reactions. Let’s take an analyst’s lens […]

Last night, Cal Raleigh didn’t just rewrite Major League Baseball’s record books; he brought an entire childhood dream to vibrant, viral life. Hours after capturing the 2025 Home Run Derby crown in awe-inspiring fashion, a decades-old video surfaced on social media, the now-famous Mariners catcher, just eight years old, earnestly telling the world that one […]

The UFC Abu Dhabi event, scheduled for July 26, 2025, at the Etihad Arena, has taken an unexpected hit with the withdrawal of Movsar Evloev from his co-main event fight against rising star Aaron Pico. According to reports, Evloev sustained an injury or health condition during his fight camp in Thailand, forcing him to pull […]

The New York Jets are poised to make a significant splash in the wide receiver market by targeting San Francisco 49ers’ Jauan Jennings. With the Jets committing to Justin Fields as their quarterback of the future, acquiring a proven, physical receiver like Jennings could be a game-changer for the franchise. Jennings’ skill set, combined with […]

The San Francisco 49ers find themselves at a crossroads with wide receiver Jauan Jennings. After a breakout 2024 campaign, posting career-highs with 77 catches, 975 yards, and six touchdowns, Jennings is seeking a new contract or a trade as he enters the final year of his deal. With Brandon Aiyuk still recovering from a major […]

The NBA Summer League is a breeding ground for hot takes, and the Miami Heat’s 2025 campaign—spanning the California Classic and Las Vegas—has delivered its share of storylines. While the Heat’s young roster is under the microscope, it’s important to remember that Summer League is a snapshot, not a prophecy. Still, the chatter around Miami’s […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a position to make a bold move that could reshape their offensive identity for the coming season. With a reputation for physical football and a renewed focus on surrounding their quarterback with reliable playmakers, the Steelers have every reason to pursue a proven wide receiver who can thrive in high-leverage […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are staring at a pivotal opportunity to reshape their offense and accelerate their climb in a competitive AFC landscape. With the departure of key wide receivers and the need to provide quarterback Justin Herbert with a reliable, physical target, the Chargers have every reason to pursue a proven playmaker. Enter Jauan […]

In the world of combat sports, few figures court controversy quite like Conor McGregor. But on his 37th birthday, the UFC superstar found himself at the center of a social media firestorm not of his own making. American rapper Azealia Banks, never one to shy away from drama, took to X (formerly Twitter) to wish […]

Under the bright lights of Louis Armstrong Stadium, Hamzah Sheeraz delivered the kind of performance that transforms prospects into contenders and contenders into future champions. In his first major main event and super middleweight debut, the British phenom stopped Edgar Berlanga with a thunderous fifth-round knockout, punctuating the most significant win of his career and […]

On a humid July night at Louis Armstrong Stadium, Shakur Stevenson delivered a performance that may finally put to rest the notion that he’s “just a defensive wizard.” In front of a raucous New York crowd, Stevenson retained his status as the undisputed WBC lightweight champion, defeating the previously unbeaten William Zepeda by unanimous decision […]

The echoes of the crowd at UFC Nashville had barely faded when the MMA world realized it had witnessed something historic. Valter Walker, the towering Brazilian heavyweight, had just finished Kennedy Nzechukwu in the first round with a heel hook submission. This feat not only extended his perfect UFC finish rate but also cemented his […]

The Utah Jazz entered the 2025 NBA offseason at a crossroads, balancing the promise of a youth movement with the need for stability and leadership. With a roster already brimming with young talent and the addition of highly-touted rookies Ace Bailey, Walter Clayton Jr., and John Tonje, expectations were high for a bold free agency […]

The San Antonio Spurs entered the 2025 NBA free agency with optimism and momentum. With Victor Wembanyama continuing his ascent as a generational talent and a young core bolstered by the addition of high-upside rookies Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant, Spurs fans had every reason to believe the franchise was on the verge of a […]

The MLB trade deadline always brings speculation, but this summer, a bold proposal could send shockwaves through the National League. The Cincinnati Reds, a team teetering between buyer and seller status, are reportedly eyeing Atlanta Braves slugger Marcell Ozuna, a $65 million star whose bat could transform Cincinnati’s playoff hopes. With the Braves seeking roster […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have built a reputation for bold, win-now moves under Dave Dombrowski, and with the club sitting atop the National League East at 54-39, the pressure to address their most glaring weakness, the bullpen, has never been higher. The memory of last year’s postseason collapse, when Phillies relievers surrendered 17 runs in just […]

The San Francisco Giants are in the thick of the National League playoff hunt, sitting at 51-43 and holding the third Wild Card spot in a tightly contested NL West. With their offense bolstered by the headline-grabbing acquisition of Rafael Devers, the Giants’ glaring weakness remains their starting rotation. Inconsistent performances from veterans like Justin […]

The Chicago Cubs are eyeing a bold move to inject power and veteran presence into their lineup, targeting Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez. With Suarez in a contract year and the Diamondbacks boasting top prospect Jordan Lawlar in Triple-A, the stars may be aligning for a midseason blockbuster that could reshape both clubs’ trajectories. […]

As the MLB trade deadline looms, few names generate as much intrigue as Boston’s Jarren Duran. After a breakout 2024 campaign that saw him post a 6.7 WAR, seventh-best in the majors, Duran established himself as one of baseball’s most dynamic outfielders. While some of that production was buoyed by favorable luck, Duran’s 2025 has […]

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Milwaukee Brewers find themselves in a familiar yet enviable position: playoff contention, but with a glaring need for more power in their lineup. The Brewers, sitting at 53-40 and holding the second wild card in the National League, have defied their modest home run total, just 88, ranking […]

The Houston Astros have spent much of 2025 defying expectations. Despite losing Alex Bregman to free agency, trading Kyle Tucker to the Cubs, and enduring a lengthy absence from Yordan Alvarez, the Astros have surged to a 55-38 record and first place in the AL West. Their success has come despite a rotation headlined by […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira continues on the main card with a fight between Stephen Thompson and Gabriel Bonfim in the welterweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Thompson-Bonfim prediction and pick. Stephen Thompson (17-8-1) enters UFC Nashville looking to rebound from a tough stretch, having lost to […]

The Detroit Tigers have emerged as one of the American League’s most surprising contenders in 2025, powered by a deep lineup and a pitching staff that’s exceeded expectations. Yet, as the postseason race intensifies, one glaring weakness remains: third base. Despite a strong start to the year, Detroit’s hot corner has been a revolving door, […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira continues on the main card with a fight between Nate Landwehr and Morgan Charriere in the featherweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Landwehr-Charriere prediction and pick. Nate Landwehr (18-6) rebounded from a tough loss to Dan Ige with a thrilling first-round comeback […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira continues on the prelims with a fight between Jake Matthews and Chidi Njokuani in the welterweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Matthews-Njokuani prediction and pick. Jake Matthews (23-7) enters UFC Nashville riding a two-fight win streak, having outpointed Phil Rowe and Francisco […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira continues on the prelims with a fight between Kennedy Nzechukwu and Valter Walker in the heavyweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Nzechukwu-Walker prediction and pick. Kennedy Nzechukwu (14-5) has looked rejuvenated since moving to heavyweight, scoring back-to-back first-round knockouts over Chris Barnett […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira continues on the prelims with a fight between Mike Davis and Mitch Ramirez in the lightweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Davis-Ramirez prediction and pick. Mike Davis (11-3) saw his five-fight win streak snapped in February when he dropped a unanimous decision […]

UFC Nashville: Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira kicks off the prelims with a fight between Fatime Kline and Melissa Martinez in the strawweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Kline-Martinez prediction and pick. Fatima Kline (7-1) rebounded impressively from her first career loss to Jasmine Jasudavicius, stopping Viktoriia Dudakova with […]