Francis Ngannou in talks to make boxing debut in Saudi Arabia
Promotor Eddie Hearn has confirmed that negotiations have taken place with Francis Ngannou and Derek Chisora for a professional boxing match in Saudi Arabia — likely in December.
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Major boost for unchanged Pumas as inspirational captain Kirkwood is declared fit for Cup final
The Pumas' bid to defend their Currie Cup title received a major boost following confirmation that skipper Shane Kirkwood is available for Saturday's final against the Cheetahs at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein.
Dubai to host Ireland's WXV games
Ireland's games in the inaugural WXV competition later this year will be played in Dubai.
Froome left out of Israel-Premier Tech's Tour de France team
Four-times winner Chris Froome has been left out of Israel-Premier Tech's (IPT) squad for this year's Tour de France, the team confirmed on Friday.
No Chris Froome at Tour de France 2023 as Israel – Premier Tech leave out 'disappointed' four-time winner
Chris Froome won't get the chance to fulfil his «ultimate goal» of appearing at the 2023 Tour de France after the four-time winner was left out of his Israel – Premier Tech team. Froome recently said riding the Tour was his main objective of 2023, and declared his ambition to try and win a stage after going close on Alpe d'Huez last year.
Spurs select Victor Wembanyama first overall in NBA draft
The San Antonio Spurs confirmed the least protected secret in sports when they chose French phenomenon Victor Wembanyama with the number one overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday in New York.
Paris 2024 flame to be lit on April 16 - organisers
PARIS : The Paris 2024 Olympic Games flame will be lit on April 16, marking the countdown to the July 26-Aug. 11 event in the French capital, organisers said on Friday, confirming an earlier Reuters story.
Victor Wembanyama Chosen By San Antonio Spurs With No.1 Pick In NBA Draft
France's Victor Wembanyama was chosen with the top pick in the NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, sparking wild celebrations as the Texas club reveled in landing the gifted teenager seen as a once-in-a-generation talent. The 7ft 4in (2.24m) 19-year-old hugged family members as the Spurs confirmed a decision which had been a mere formality ever since San Antonio were handed the No.1 selection in the Draft last month.