Thu, February 6, 2025

by: MSN

The walking wounded: Sharks provide update on injured Springboks

The Sharks are using the United Rugby Championship break to recover from a significant injury list, with 16 players currently sidelined.

by: Talksport

Premier League Darts 2025: Dates, schedule, results, format and venues as defending champion Luke Littler returns

Premier League Darts returns this evening, and Luke Littler leads a star-studded line-up. 'The Nuke' won the 2024 competition in his debut year, beating 'Cool

by: MSN

'Racewalkers' Sneak Peek Teases Robbie Amell and Kevin Claydon's Speedy Competition [Exclusive]

Robbie Amell stars in Racewalkers, a sports comedy from Kevin Claydon and Phil Moniz. Check out an exclusive first-look here and find out more.

by: MSN

Canadian teenage surfer Erin Brooks loses in round of 16 at Lexus Pipe Pro in Hawaii

Teenage Canadian surfer Erin Brooks made it to the round of 16 Wednesday at the Lexus Pipe Pro, surviving two rounds before losing to Australian Molly Picklum.

by: MSN

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso sounds warning to league rivals

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says there is still room for improvement from his table-topping charges.

by: MSN

Top storylines and golfers to watch for LIV Golf in 2025

From a new scoring format, to new additions, to stars like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm, we catch you up ahead of the start of the LIV Golf season.
Wed, February 5, 2025

by: Forbes

From Gordon Ramsay To Seal: These Super Bowl Ads Have The Biggest Stars

Comedians and actors Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson will star in a Super Bowl ad for Totino's Pizza Rolls, the first Big Game spot for General Mills in more than a decade.

by: Oregonian

How will Trump's executive order about transgender athletes affect Oregon? It's unclear

Trump's executive order requests that the Secretary of Education take action against educational institutions and athletic associations that allow transgender athletes to compete in the women's division. The executive order threatens to review grants and rescind funding to institutions that do not comply.

by: MassLive

How to watch 'The Challenge All Stars: Rivals' season 5 new episode for free

A new episode of "The Challenge All Stars: Rivals" will air on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The new episode will air at 8 p.m. ET on MTV. Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo, FuboTV or DirecTV Stream each offering a free trial to new users. Sling is another option for streaming the show, and promotional offers are available.

by: Forbes

Caitlin Clark And Angel Reese Have Boosted WNBA Betting: According To New Research

The study found that games featuring either Clark or Reese saw a significant increase in the number of bets placed compared to other WNBA games. Clark's impact was particularly strong, with her games attracting more than twice as many additional bets as games without her.

by: Politico

The heavyweight who isn't a Trump or a Musk

THE HEAVYWEIGHT: CHARLIE KIRK has been a fixture in Trump world for years. But look past the surface, and you'll see he's quietly become the most influential player outside the administration whose last name isn't Trump or Musk.

by: gearpatrol

Seiko Just Improved Its Forgotten 1970s Royal Oak Alternative

A 2024 limited edition from Seiko sub-brand Credor is now in regular production. It comes with an intricate new mosaic dial.

by: bolavip

MLB Rumors: Cubs join Alex Bregman race as Astros' future remains uncertain

by: MARCA

Michael Phelps 'rescued' Simone Biles at her most difficult moment with a message that was the best help to Jonathan Owens

Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, has long been an advocate for mental health awareness in sports. His words gained even more weight following Simone Biles'

by: Forbes

From Kieran Culkin To Gordon Ramsay: These Super Bowl Ads Have The Biggest Stars

Comedians and actors Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson will star in a Super Bowl ad for Totino's Pizza Rolls, the first Big Game spot for General Mills in more than a decade.

by: AOL

Liverpool vs Tottenham prediction: Can the Reds overturn EFL Cup deficit?

Liverpool host Tottenham on Thursday night in the League Cup semi-final, with a one-goal deficit to overcome if they are to reach their 15th final (kick-off 8pm, live on Sky Sports Main Event).

by: MSN

Panthers GM Dan Morgan is asked what he's looking to add this offseason

The Carolina Panthers want the ball in 2025. President of football operations and general manager Dan Morgan recently sat down for a chat with Carla Metts Gebhart of Charlotte Sports Live. And with the offseason set to really kick in over the coming weeks,

by: SHINE

Harbin makes smooth work of downtown ice arenas

As the host of all the ice-based sports, Harbin's downtown area has prepared five venues for 32 medal events to be contested in short-track speed skating, figure skating, speed skating, curling and ice hockey, with all the facilities having previously staged domestic and international events in their respective sports.

by: MSN

Everton included in 13 VAR mistakes but Premier League won't name nine missed interventions

Premier League bosses have admitted to 13 VAR mistakes in the competition so far this season but the nine missed interventions have not been disclosed

by: Variety

Olympic Gold Medalist Allyson Felix Backs First Full-Service Management Firm Dedicated to Women's Sports

Always Alpha, co-founded by Allyson Felix, and Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment launch women's sports' first full-service management firm.

by: MSN

Beauden Barrett offers solution to 'fill' South African-shaped hole after Super Rugby became 'tiresome'

All Blacks star Beauden Barrett believes that Super Rugby Pacific needs a replacement for South Africa in order to safeguard the competition. The current format sees nine franchises from New Zealand and Australia compete alongside two from the Pacific Islands,

by: Covers

The True State of US Sports Betting (Part IV): Whither the Winners?

Regulation 1.0 stood up sports betting; Regulation 2.0 revisited advertising rules and betting markets; Regulation 3.0 should center on players.

by: MSN

Surrey sign Mitchell Santner for 2025 Vitality Blast

Surrey have signed New Zealand white-ball captain Mitchell Santner in a bid to finally end their long wait for Vitality Blast success. Santner has agreed a deal for the first eight group matches of this year's T20 competition,

by: MSN

Pakistan Vs India Champions Trophy Match Tickets Go On Sale

As tickets for the much-anticipated Pakistan vs India group-stage match have now gone on sale, the excitement for the 2025 ICC Men's Champions Trophy has soared. One of the most fierce rivalries in international cricket is eagerly awaited by match followers from both countries and worldwide.

by: Forbes

Grand Slam Track Secures Media Deal With The CW And NBC Sports

After a long wait, fans finally have their answer. Explore where Grand Slam Track will be streaming for its inaugural season.

by: Reuters

Beauden Barrett wants Japan back in expanded Super Rugby

All Blacks flyhalf Beauden Barrett is keen to see a return to Japanese involvement in Super Rugby Pacific, believing it would strengthen the competition and make it more attractive to players.

by: SuperSport

SIX NATIONS FOCUS: England need a change of script in Le Crunch

by: MSN

Ponting names young BBL star to replace Marsh in Champions Trophy

Australian legend Ricky Ponting believes that the selectors should take a gamble and include a 23-year-old uncapped Big Bash League (BBL) star in the ICC Champions Trophy squad to replace injured all-rounder Mitchell Marsh.

by: Forbes

50 Brands Will Advertise At Super Bowl 2025: Here's The Full Commercial Lineup

Super Bowl advertisers paid up to $8 million to secure a spot in television's most watched broadcast. Here's a lineup by product category of the commercials that will run.

by: MSN

LIV Golf prize money breakdown

What some of the fans are interested in is the prize fund of this competition, which is known for its enormous financial power. Namely, LIV Golf will continue to offer golfers $20

by: MSN

Russia Will Not Be Reinstated For 2025-26 IIHF Championships

The IIHF announced today that the standing ban handed down on Russia and Belarus for sanctioned international competition will remain in place for the 2025-26 IIHF Championships. "Following its latest meeting this morning,

by: NDTV

Ricky Ponting Backs This Star As Perfect Replacement Of Mitchell Marsh In Champions Trophy

Mitchell Marsh, a key figure in the Australia limited-overs set-up, was ruled out of the upcoming event last month due to a back injury

by: MSN

Op-Ed: Travis Hunter deserves to play both ways in the NFL

Travis Hunter is one of the most fascinating prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, and yet, many analysts and fans continue to limit the conversation about his future by forcing him into traditional positional roles.
Tue, February 4, 2025

by: NDTV

Shubman Gill Breaks Silence On 'Toxic Competition' With Abhishek Sharma And Yashasvi Jaiswal

Abhishek Sharma's good form brings another opening contender for Team India, alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill.

by: Reuters

'Gamechanger' Suaalii ready to go for Super Rugby debut

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii eased worries about his fitness on Wednesday and said he would be raring to go for the New South Wales Waratahs when they play their Super Rugby Pacific season-opener next week.

by: Couriermail

Jarryd Hayne's rugby league return locked in after signing with Eels feeder club Wentworthville Magpies

Jarryd Hayne has officially locked in his rugby league return after signing with Parramatta Eels feeder team Wentworthville Magpies.

by: MSN

Knicks take down West's elite, and it's time to rewrite the season's narrative

In a week filled with blockbuster trades, superstar shakeups, and rebuilding teams clearing house, the New York Knicks have quietly put together one of the most dominant five-game runs of the season.

by: Outlookindia

Sports News Highlights: Weightlifting Records Broken At National Games; Travis Head Earns Allan Border Medal At AUS Cricket Awards

In the Bangladesh Premier League, Fortune Barishal booked a ticket to the final and await their competitor, while Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich decided to extend veteran custodian Manuel Neuer's contract till 2026.

by: MSN

Fifa's Club World Cup imposition won't delay start of new season for Premier League clubs says chief

Fifa's Club World Cup imposition won't delay start of new season for Premier League clubs says chief - Chief Football Officer Tony Scholes explained the Premier League's plans to handle the expanded t

by: MSN

Drake Maye makes his Patriots recruiting pitch during Pro Bowl appearance

Drake Maye spent his first ever Pro Bowl appearance this past week taking part in both the skills competition and flag football game. He also got a head start on free agency. With his New England Patriots set to have a projected league high $120-plus million dollars in free agency,

by: MSN

Steelers biggest Justin Fields competition has an offer Mike Tomlin can't match

There could be a bidding war for Justin Fields' service this off-season and the Steelers will be hard pressed to keep him.

by: MSN

Pedigree will count for nothing in MacRory final according to St Patrick's, Maghera manager Sean Marty Lockhart

The Derry school meet Abbey Vocational School, Donegal, who are appearing in their first-ever decider in schools' football's premier competition

by: MSN

Asian Tour: Schniederjans wins, Mazzoli 16th

The tournament, due to delays caused by the fog, was played in an unusual way. In fact, the last two rounds were played with a shotgun start to shorten the times.

by: MSN

Influential midfielder Alessandro Hojabrpour re-signs with CPL's Forge FC

Forge FC got a boost in advance of Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup game against Mexico's CF Monterrey with news that influential midfielder Alessandro Hojabrpour is back in the fold.

by: deseret

'He's starting to flourish': Ezra Ausar hitting stride as Utes enter crucial period in schedule

Reeling after an 81-72 loss at Oklahoma State — the Cowboys raced out to a 12-3 lead and led wire-to-wire for just their third conference win — Utah will need Ausar — and everyone else — to hit a new gear as it enters a crucial stretch in the schedule, starting with a home game against Colorado on Wednesday night.

by: Newsweek

NFL Referee Association Weighs in on Chiefs 'Favoritsm' Controversy, 'It's Insulting'

The Kansas City Chiefs referee "favoritism" controversies have led to the NFL Referee Association weighing on the "insulting" nature of the rumors.

by: MSN

NFL Considering a Professional Flag Football League in 2025

As Flag Football gains momentum, the NFL is considering launching a professional league. Could this be the next big step for the sport?

by: MSN

Who will win the Super Bowl? Four astrologers predict Chiefs vs. Eagles

Who will win Super Bowl 2025? Astrologers and tarot readers make predictions for how Chiefs vs. Eagles will unfold.

Pirates Position Group Breakdown: One Glaring Hole Remains in Outfield

This is one in a series of breaking down the Pittsburgh Pirates position groups leading up to spring training. The good news is that the Pittsburgh Pirates have two-thirds of their outfield settled by two of their best hitters.

The article from MSN Sports discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates' outfield situation as they head into the 2024 season. Despite having a solid infield and a promising pitching staff, the outfield remains a significant concern for the team. Key points include the departure of Bryan Reynolds, who was traded to the New York Yankees, leaving a void in center field. The current outfield lineup features Jack Suwinski in left, who showed promise last season, and Connor Joe in right, with no clear starter for center field. The Pirates have prospects like Ji Hwan Bae and Canaan Smith-Njigba, but neither has solidified their position as a long-term solution. The team's management has been criticized for not addressing this issue more aggressively in the offseason, with suggestions that they might look to free agency or trades to bolster this position. The article highlights the need for a reliable center fielder to complement the young talent and improve the team's competitiveness in the upcoming season.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/pirates-position-group-breakdown-one-glaring-hole-remains-in-outfield/ar-AA1yt14B