Colts face Jags hoping new coach, new quarterback end opening day skid
It's been a decade since the Indianapolis Colts have won their season opener
2023-09-08 03:57
The mental and physical tolls of the tennis season weigh on players by the US Open
The mental and physical tolls of the long tennis season weigh on players by the time they get to the U.S. Open, which concludes this weekend
2023-09-08 03:52
Sexton back from suspension and Van der Flier benched for Ireland's Rugby World Cup opener
Top-ranked Ireland begins its bid to win the Rugby World Cup for the first time with flyhalf Jonathan Sexton back from suspension and star flanker Josh van der Flier given a rest for the team’s opening pool match against Romania on Saturday
2023-09-08 03:17
Mexico City Marathon organizers investigating claims of cheating
The organizers of the Mexico City Marathon are investigating reports of "unsportsmanlike conduct" at August's race following reports of cheating at the event.
2023-09-08 02:58
Tyson Fury claims he would beat Francis Ngannou in MMA fight
Tyson Fury has claimed that he would beat Francis Ngannou in a mixed martial arts fight, ahead of the heavyweights’ boxing match in Saudi Arabia. Fury, who holds the WBC heavyweight title, will box the ex-UFC heavyweight champion in Riyadh on 28 October, but the Briton has hinted that he already has his eyes on a rematch in a different discipline. Speaking at the press conference for the pair’s boxing match, which has been billed ‘Battle of the Baddest’, Fury said on Thursday: “I’d like to fight Ngannou in the cage, I think I can beat him for sure. “He’s not a good wrestler; he’s known for striking, and I’m a better striker than him. In little gloves, I’d knock him out in seconds. “I’d fight [current UFC heavyweight champion] Jon Jones also in the cage, if the money was right.” Meanwhile, Ngannou said on stage: “I always ask myself, ‘What will happen when that guy hits the floor? Are you still the best boxer in the world now?’” The 35-year-old Fury, whose WBC title will not be on the line on 28 October, has come under criticism for choosing to face Ngannou, 37, instead of unified heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk, 36. Asked about his decision to box the Cameroonian, Fury said: “Obviously I’m getting paid a hell of a lot of money, and I get millions of people from MMA and boxing who are gonna watch it. “Whether they like that I’m doing it or not, guess what they’re gonna do? Still watch it.” Fury last fought in December, beating Derek Chisora for the third time to retain the WBC belt and stay unbeaten. Fury won the bout via TKO in Round 10. Meanwhile, Ngannou last fought in January 2022, outpointing Ciryl Gane to retain the UFC heavyweight title. Ngannou, widely deemed the hardest puncher in MMA history, then vacated the title this January while leaving the UFC. He proceeded to sign with a rival company, the Professional Fighters League, which allowed him to box before he makes his promotional debut in 2024. Click here to subscribe to The Independent’s Sport YouTube channel for all the latest sports videos. Read More Why Israel Adesanya vs Sean Strickland may turn ugly, quickly Adesanya vs Strickland live stream: How to watch UFC 293 online and on TV this weekend Daniel Dubois’ promoter Frank Warren appeals Oleksandr Usyk result and pushes for rematch Chris Eubank Jr’s coach remanded in custody following airport arrest Former Tyson Fury opponent backs Francis Ngannou to drop ‘Gypsy King’ Tyson Fury takes thinly-veiled swipe at Usyk over ‘low blow’ in Daniel Dubois fight Eddie Nketiah wins England call-up – Thursday’s sporting social
2023-09-08 02:51
Sean Payton's Broncos out to snap a six-game skid against AFC West rival Las Vegas Raiders
Sean Payton returns to the sideline Sunday when the Denver Broncos host the Las Vegas Raiders
2023-09-08 02:46
No. 18 Oklahoma to offer SMU a Power Five test a year before Mustangs move to the ACC
Oklahoma is coming off a 73-0 opening win over Arkansas State
2023-09-08 02:27
BYU seeking improved offensive production against Southern Utah
A dismal debut on offense has BYU searching to unleash a more potent attack before the schedule toughens up starting with a visit to Arkansas next week
2023-09-08 02:18
Deion Sanders makes home debut as No. 22 Colorado hosts longtime rival Nebraska in sold-out game
Deion Sanders will lead No. 22 Colorado into Folsom Field for the coach's much-anticipated home debut against longtime rival Nebraska
2023-09-08 01:52
Texas A&M will be second SEC team to face Miami at Hard Rock Stadium when they meet Saturday
The Texas A&M Aggies (1-0) will travel to South Florida to face the Miami Hurricanes (1-0) as just the second SEC team to ever face Miami at Hard Rock Stadium
2023-09-08 01:50
Vikings give safety and special teams ace Josh Metellus a contract extension
Minnesota Vikings safety and special teams standout Josh Metellus has agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension
2023-09-08 01:48
Boston College needs victory over Holy Cross to recover from opening loss to Northern Illinois
Boston College needs to beat the lone FCS team on its schedule if it has any hope of returning to bowl eligibility in its 125th season of football
2023-09-08 01:18