Boxing
19 Feb
A "saddened and disappointed" Manny Pacquiao conceded Monday his Olympic boxing dream was over after the ring great was denied a berth at this year's Paris games.
16 Feb
Organisers of the just-concluded Yucateco Boxing League (YBL) held in Ikorodu, Lagos State, have described the event as a life-changing experience for Nigerian boxers.
15 Feb
Tyson FURY might be cut and out of action for the next few weeks, but Anthony Joshua has said he is ready and willing to step in, reports boxing-social.com.
31 Jan
Though no belts will officially be on the line when Joshua steps into the ring with Francis Ngannou this March, Joshua views the former UFC heavyweight champion as a chance to prove he’s still the best boxer in his division, writes mmafighting.com.
22 Jan
Anthony Joshua sees himself having a long career after his resurgence against Otto Wallin in his last fight, reports boxingnews.com.
12 Jan
The surprise announcement that Anthony Joshua will be fighting Francis Ngannou next has already sent the boxing world into overdrive with predictions now flying in, and one top heavyweight trainer ‘fully expects’ to see it go only one way, reports boxing-social.com.
2 Jan
It was a great blend of sports and entertainment at the weekend when the curtains fell on the maiden Yucateco Boxing League. Held at the Yucateco headquarters in Elepe, Igbogbo, Ikorodu, the competition, featured many of the country’s top boxers in search of the ultimate prize.
31 Dec
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bullion Go-Neat Global Limited, Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has presented a set of top-tier boxing kits to a rising star in Nigerian boxing, Muyideen Oyakojo. The aim is to bolster Oyakojo’s dedication and focus, propelling him toward international success. Freshly returned from the UK on Saturday, December 30, 2023, Ajadi…
27 Dec
Despite Deontay Wilder’s unexpected loss to Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia last week, Nigerian-born promoter, Dr Adrian Ogun, has said that plans are still on for the former WBC champion to fight Anthony Joshua in Nigeria.
24 Dec
Joseph Parker outboxed fellow former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in a unanimous points decision win in Riyadh on Saturday.
24 Dec
Anthony Joshua delivered one of his best displays in recent memory with an impressive stoppage of Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.
24 Dec
It is not every day that a former world boxing heavyweight champion comes to dine with para-athletes. And when that former champion is Samuel Peters, who ruled the boxing heavyweight world in the early to mid-2000s, then something delirious must be happening.
Sport
41 mins ago
Leicester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho faces uncertainty regarding his future as his contract nears its end, with reports suggesting that the club may not extend his contract beyond this season. The Nigerian attacker joined Leicester City from Manchester City in 2017. However, with his contract approaching its expiration, speculation has arisen regarding his next move.…
53 mins ago
Napoli are exploring potential replacements for their star forward, Victor Osimhen, who is expected to leave the club during the summer transfer window. Among the potential candidates, Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has caught the attention of the Italian club as a possible replacement for Osimhen. Moffi's outstanding performances in Ligue 1 with OGC Nice…
56 mins ago
Wilfred Ndidi, the Super Eagles and Leicester City midfielder, has made clear his ambition to move to one of the top six Premier League clubs when the upcoming transfer window opens. The 27-year-old has had a resurgent season with the Foxes under the management of Enzo Maresca, scoring six goals and providing six assists in…
1 hour ago
Montpellier striker Akor Adams remains optimistic about his prospects of earning a spot in Nigeria's Super Eagles squad, despite the fierce competition among the team's forwards. Adams gained attention this year after moving from Norwegian club Lillestrom in a deal worth €4.5 million. The 24-year-old started his Ligue 1 season impressively, scoring seven goals in…
1 hour ago
Head Coach Bankole Olowookere has called up 25 players to the camp of Nigeria's U17 Girls National Team, Flamingos, in preparation for the upcoming FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifying match against Burkina Faso. This squad selection is part of the lead-up to the third round of the African qualifying series. The list includes a…
1 hour ago
A Nigerian coach is in line to be named as the new helmsman of the Super Eagles as the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are poised to announce the new head coach, bringing an end to weeks of speculation and discussion regarding the replacement for Jose Peseiro. The NFF's decision-making process involved a deliberation on whether…
3 hours ago
Xavi Hernandez said Thursday he has decided to stay on as Barcelona coach for a "cocktail of reasons," including support from key figures at the club and supporters.
13 hours ago
The NPFL has fined Kwara United N6 million for allegedly thwarting the live broadcast of their week 31 game against Akwa United.
13 hours ago
Manchester City have confirmed that striker Erling Haaland will not be fit for their clash with Brighton today.
13 hours ago
Delta State athletes and officials have called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to constitute the Sports Commission board to enable them prepare well for this year’s National Youth Games, which the state is hosting soon.