Jake Paul asks UFC to release Jon Jones for possible Francis Ngannou fight
Paul wants the UFC to let Jones leave so his promotion can pursue a fight with Francis Ngannou. Jones remains under contract, and no bout has been agreed.
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Mark Allen considers retirement after Northern Ireland Open defeat
The former world number one said he has contemplated leaving snooker after losing to Jordan Brown in Belfast, but has made no decision.
TGL expands to seven teams and 35 players for its third season
Motor City Golf Club joins the indoor golf league as each team moves to a five-player roster. The season is scheduled to open on December 27.
Shaquille O’Neal urges Victor Wembanyama to use his size and play ‘meaner’
In a Variety interview published as the NBA season opened, O’Neal pointed to size mismatches and physical play during San Antonio’s Finals loss to New York.
Brewers could add rare historical distinction to first World Series title
Milwaukee led MLB with 103 wins and a plus-214 run differential. A victory over Tampa Bay would make it the 30th champion to lead both categories, by CBS Sports’ count.
Fabregas dismisses Manchester United crisis talk as Como face injury setbacks
Como coach Cesc Fabregas says his side will try to beat Manchester United in the Champions League, but Jesus Rodriguez and Trevoh Chalobah face spells out.
Serge Gnabry recalls Mikel Arteta’s leadership before Bayern face Arsenal
The Bayern Munich winger said his former Arsenal teammate helped younger players and was a leader in the dressing room as their clubs prepare to meet in the Champions League.
FIFA says it will answer UEFA’s questions about Infantino, without committing to November 2
FIFA says it intends to respond to questions from European Council members about Gianni Infantino’s governance, but has not said whether it will meet UEFA’s deadline.
Teemu Pukki to retire after HJK Helsinki season, ending career that took Norwich to Premier League
The 36-year-old former Norwich City and Finland striker says he has four games left with HJK Helsinki before leaving professional football.
Jeremiah Smith leads midseason Heisman assessments as quarterback injury adds uncertainty
ESPN and Forbes both place the Ohio State receiver at the front of the race, while his recent production and a change at quarterback leave the award unsettled.
Rangers sign former Red Wings center Luke Glendening to a professional tryout
New York is assessing the veteran center after Joe Veleno went on long-term injured reserve. The tryout does not make Glendening eligible to play in games.
Erik ten Hag says Cristiano Ronaldo let Manchester United down
The former United manager said Ronaldo lacked the preparation and movement needed for the role he had planned for him during their brief time together at Old Trafford.
Ronnie O’Sullivan faces longer-term top-16 pressure after Belfast defeat
O’Sullivan remains 13th, but £200,000 from his 2025 Saudi Arabia Masters final is due to leave his ranking total after the 2027 World Championship, raising the stakes for 2028.
Shafali Verma reprimanded by ICC after dropped catch against Zimbabwe
India’s vice-captain received an official reprimand and one demerit point after throwing the ball to the ground during a T20 international in Raipur.
Elina Svitolina says Gaël Monfils stopped playing after their separation
In a second statement, Svitolina said Monfils chose to stop playing following their separation and clarified that her decision to end the marriage involved more than one factor.
IllustrationLeBron James set for 76ers debut against Knicks on banner night
James is due to begin his record 24th NBA season in Philadelphia’s new lineup as the defending champion Knicks open their season at Madison Square Garden.
Maatsen returns to Aston Villa training as Emery confirms injuries before Viking match
Ian Maatsen is training with Aston Villa again, but Johan Manzambi will miss Wednesday’s Champions League match and Aaron Wan-Bissaka faces several weeks out.
Bavuma century lifts South Africa to 318-7 at tea against Australia
Temba Bavuma was unbeaten on 125 after a record seventh-wicket stand with Marco Jansen helped South Africa recover on day three of the second Test.