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UFC Releases Official Trailer for Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker 2
Australia’s Middleweight contender Robert Whittaker and New Zealand’s reigning champion Israel Adesanya are set to face off this February at the UFC 271 main event. The last time the two met was at UFC 243 in which “The Last Stylebender” entered the arena with a dance routine and proceeded to win via second-round knockout, securing his place as the king of the middleweight division. Since then, Adesanya has defended his title thrice against Yoel Romero, Paulo Costa, and Marvin Vettori, before moving up to Light Heavyweight to challenge then-champion Jan Blachowicz, in which he was defeated via unanimous decision. [embedded content] On the other end, Whittaker has powered through the top contenders in the Middleweight division including Darren Till, Jared Cannonier, and Kevin Gastelum, to e...
The UFC Threatened to Sue Francis Ngannou’s Agent for Talking to Jake Paul’s Advisor
The saga between Francis Ngannou and the UFC continues, as the heavyweight champion continues to openly voice his issues with the promotion. During Ariel Helwani’s The MMA Hour, Ngannou revealed that the UFC threatened to issue a lawsuit against his agent, Marquel Martin, for allegedly talking to a member of Jake Paul‘s camp about the possibility of Ngannou competing in boxing. Ngannou’s agent is said to have received the email from the UFC just a few hours before his UFC 270 championship bout against Ciryl Gane, which Ngannou won via unanimous decision. UFC President Dana White was noticeably absent at the fight and post-fight press conference. The person Martin was in contact with is Nakisa Bidarian, Jake Paul’s advisor, the co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions in partnership with Paul...
Watch the Official Film For the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has unveiled its official short-film ahead of the start of the Olympic Winter Games in Beijing on February 4. Directed by Salomon Ligthelm, a self-taught filmmaker who has won awards for his work across the world, alongside Uncommon Creative Studio, Every Rise, Every Fall, Every Victory — We’re In It Together highlights the power of solidarity the Olympics offers, and spotlights the relationship between Olympians and their supporters across the world as they mirror the athletes’ movements, demonstrating the impact of this human connection and that belief of others power people. It forms a part of the IOC’s “Stronger Together” campaign, which highlights the IOC’s belief in solidarity and the power of sport and the Olympics to unite people and commun...
West Bromwich Albion vs Preston North End betting offers – Championship free bets
There’s big action scheduled in the English Championship on Wednesday night when West Bromwich Albion take on Preston North End. After seeing Blackburn Rovers snatch a late win vs promotion rival Middlesborough on Monday, Valerien Ismael’s fifth-placed West Brom have the chance to gain back ground on the Lancashire side in the race for automatic promotion to the Premier League when they face 15th placed Preston. Preston, on the other hand, having picked up just two points from the last nine available, have seen much of their early-season optimism dissipate. But new manager Ryan Lowe will know that his team can ill afford to keep picking up points at such a low rate if they hope to keep themselves away from the relegation battle at the foot of the table. All in all, it should be...
Allaho Horse Racing News – Bet365 Slash Mullins Mount for Successful Ryanair Chase Defence at Cheltenham Festival
Allaho horse racing Ryanair Chase odds shortened into 5/4 and his status as favourite hardened following victory at Thurles. His trainer Willie Mullins has won the extended 2m 4f Cheltenham Festival contest four times since 2016. That includes the previous two renewals and winning it with this horse last term. Owned by Cheveley Park Stud, Allaho made light work of the Grade 2 Horse & Jockey Hotel Chase (formerly the Kinloch Brae) with a straightforward success under Paul Townend. He made all for consecutive victories in the race that served as his successful Cheltenham Festival prep 12 months ago. Allaho confirmed last year’s Ryanair Chase placings and this season’s John Durkan form with Fakir D’Oudairies with a 12-length win eased down. That repeat performance left horse racing bettin...
French players fetched the most transfer fees at 643.6m in 2021
France has become the new super power in world football. During the past decade, France has produced arguably the best footballing talent, and the trend continued in 2021. According to the figures presented by SportsLens.com, French players sought the most transfer fees at $643.6m in 2021. South American powerhouse Brazil is in the second spot. However, European nations dominate the list of top ten nationalities of footballers that sought most transfer fees in 2021. Brazil in the second spot with 468.4m in fees France is producing the best talent in football currently, and that is evident from the amount of transfer fees that clubs are splurging on French players. Dayot Upamecano, Raphael Varane, and Ibrahim Konate were the most expensive French players in 2021. Brazilian players have alwa...
Coventry vs Stoke live stream: Championship preview, kick off time and team news
Coventry vs Stoke City at the Ricoh Arena is one of the crunch Championship games scheduled for later this evening. The Sky Blues are currently 10th in the table, one point behind tonight’s opponent, Stoke City, and with a game in hand. A win for Mark Robins’ side this evening would see Coventry leapfrog the Potters and Nottingham Forest into 8th position. Furthermore, should the out-of-form Sky Blues then go on to win the two games in hand they have on the majority of the chasing pack for the playoffs, Coventry fans could see their side go as high as 5th in the league and in with a genuine chance of a return to top-flight football. For information on Coventry vs Stoke City live streams, a full preview, the latest team news, and a free bet, read on: Coventry vs Stoke City live stream If yo...
Liverpool Transfer News: Eduardo Camavinga and Fabio Carvalho linked
Liverpool are looking to improve their midfield options and they have identified a couple of targets to bolster their ranks. Reds eyeing Eduardo Camavinga move Eduardo Camavinga joined Real Madrid for a fee of around €30 million in the summer and despite impressing initially, the player has now fallen down the pecking order at Santiago Bernabeu. A player of his calibre needs to play more often and El Nacional believe that Liverpool are prepared to provide him with an exit route this summer. Bet £10 and Get £50 In Bet Credits with bet365 Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Appare...
adidas Unveils the TOUR360 2022 Golf Shoe
adidas Golf introduces its latest spiked golf shoes with the TOUR360 2022. This new rendition of the classic tour performance silhouette concentrates on fit and traction. The adidas Golf TOUR360 2022 offers a new direct-injected SPIKEMORE traction system that will assist golfers to remain locked in and maximize stability with every swing. Its DUALSTACK Midsole integrates comfort featuring BOOST support, accompanied by an EVA stability foundation. The GEOFIT Collar Pad is designed to strengthen the feel on the top of the foot, this section complies with a golfers foot to yield an ideal fit. In addition, adidas’ proprietary 3D TORSION SYSTEM is a mold plate that increases the association with the surface while also contributing to improving footing throughout your golf swing. Lastly, the INS...
Arsenal Transfer News: Arthur Melo agrees loan move
Brazilian international Arthur has been linked with a move to Arsenal in recent weeks and it seems that the Gunners have now made a breakthrough. According to a report from 90min, the Juventus midfielder has agreed terms with the Londoners regarding a loan move for the remainder of the season. That said, Juventus are yet to sanction his departure this month. Arthur has not been able to live up to the expectations at the Italian club since his switch from Barcelona and a loan move could help him resurrect his career. He is unlikely to be a key member of the starting line-up at Juventus and a move to Arsenal would give him a much needed fresh start. Bet £10 and Get £50 In Bet Credits with bet365 Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use ...
Dancing on Ice Odds: Regan Gascoigne bookmakers’ favourite to win the show
After just two shows to date, Regan Gascoigne, son of England football legend, ‘Gazza,’ has emerged as the early bookmakers’ favourite to win this year’s Dancing on Ice competition. Regan and professional skater Karina Manta posted the highest score of the series so far when they were given 33 points by the judges on last night’s show. Their polished performance seems to have had quite the effect on the bookmakers at LiveScore Bet who earlier this morning wasted little time in cutting Regan down to 7/5 favorite to win the show outright. Bet £10 & Get £20 with LiveScore Bet New members. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Win part of E/W bets. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 ...
Newcastle Transfer News: Mitchel Bakker closing in on January move
Newcastle United are expected to sign the Bayer Leverkusen defender Mitchel Bakker this month. The Telegraph have reported that a deal has been agreed in principle and Newcastle are set to discuss personal terms with the player now. The 21-year-old recently signed for the German club from Paris Saint-Germain and he has done an impressive job in the Bundesliga so far. Bet £10 and Get £50 In Bet Credits with bet365 Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Bakker has made 13 appearances in the league for Leverkusen and it will be interesting to see if he can hold down a regular starting...
