Fri, February 14, 2025

by: ESPN

Alabama and Auburn are primed for the biggest game in their rivalry's history

Alabama and Auburn will play the most pivotal game in the history of their rivalry -- perhaps in any sport, football included -- in Tuscaloosa on Saturday, then they'll do it again on March 8 in Auburn. Fans who have been raised in this rivalry know that 24 hours after Valentine's Day, one of these teams will have its heart broken.

by: Firstpost

Freestyle Chess Tour LIVE Scores: Gukesh plays with white pieces against Firouzja as final round of games get underway

D Gukesh faces Alireza Firouzja in Game 2 of their seventh-place playoff match on the final day of the event at the Weissenhaus Private Nature Luxury Resort. Local favourite Vincent Keymer, meanwhile,

by: Firstpost

Freestyle Chess Tour LIVE Scores: Gukesh hopes to sign off with a win as Keymer eyes Weissenhaus title

D Gukesh faces Alireza Firouzja in Game 2 of their seventh-place playoff match on the final day of the event at the Weissenhaus Private Nature Luxury Resort. Local favourite Vincent Keymer, meanwhile,

by: MSN

Factbox-Cricket-Champions Trophy 2025: squads, groups and schedule

The Champions Trophy is being revived after eight years with holders and hosts Pakistan playing New Zealand in the opening game of the ninth edition on Wednesday. The one-day international (ODI) competition was initially scrapped by cricket's global governing body,

by: Newsday

Broadridge, Verint testing DeepSeek's potential for automation, efficiency

Broadridge and Verint say they are testing DeepSeek AI for automation and efficiency, while addressing cybersecurity risks in closed systems.

by: MSN

AmaZulu enjoying goalkeeper competition ahead of cup clash against Marumo Gallants

AmaZulu FC co-coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi weighs his options between Veli Mothwa and Richard Ofori as they prepare for a crucial Nedbank Cup clash against Marumo Gallants.

by: MSN

Who is in the NBA Skills Challenge? Full lineup and participants for 2025 All-Star Weekend

NBA All-Star Weekend is about so much more than the All-Star game itself. The event gives fans the opportunity to see the league's top three-point shooters face off in the Starry Three-point Contest,

by: Newsweek

How to Watch United States vs Namibia: Live Stream ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, TV Channel

The Round 9 tri-series in 2024-26 World Cup League 2 action continues between Namibia and the United States on Friday at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground.

by: MSN

Fenerbahce, Real Sociedad earn wins in Europa League play-offs

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce won 3-0 at home to Anderlecht in the first leg of their Europa League knockout phase play-off tie Thursday, while Real Sociedad triumphed 2-1 away to Midtjylland. Real Sociedad will return to Spain in a commanding position after a penalty from Brais Mendez and terrific goal by Japan winger Takefusa Kubo saw them past Danish Midtjylland,

by: MSN

Champions Trophy winner's prize money less than Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer's IPL paycheck despite 53% increase

If a team becomes an unbeaten champion of the Champions Trophy, then it can earn up to ₹22 crore, which is still less than Pant and Iyer's IPL paychecks.

by: Outlookindia

2025 NBA All-Star Guide: Live Streaming, Schedule, Preview - All You Need To Know

Get the live streaming, timings, schedule, prize money and other details for the upcoming 2025 NBA All-Star Game

by: Reuters

Fenerbahce outclass Anderlecht, Ajax and Sociedad earn first-leg leads

Turkey's Fenerbahce beat Belgian side Anderlecht 3-0 in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff on Thursday as Ajax Amsterdam and Real Sociedad also secured victories.

by: MSN

Five NBA playoff races to watch in the season's second half

As the NBA enters All-Star Weekend, there isn't much drama at the top of the Eastern and Western Conference standings.

by: MSN

Adrenaline, action and competition: Sports highlights for 2025

WHETHER you're a sports enthusiast or just looking for a new way to spend your free time, Malaysia hosts thrilling sports events each year. Here are some must-watch events for 2025: 1. 2025 Viper Challenge: King of the Mountain (Obstacle Course Race) As the name suggests,

by: MSN

Ryan Day says Ohio State's QB1 competition is 'wide open'

Day told reporters that isn't necessarily the case and that he expects a "fierce" quarterback competition. "We're excited to see those guys compete," Day told WBNS-TV. "This is an opportunity now for these guys to take it and run." Sayin will have to ...
Thu, February 13, 2025

by: Forbes

Major League Rugby Primed For A Strong Season With New ESPN Agreement

In it's eighth season, Major League Rugby has a signed a broadcast deal with ESPN, bringing rugby to every corner of the U.S. CEO Nic Benson expects the best season yet.

by: MassLive

Watch 4 Nations Face-Off: USA vs. Finland free live stream

The NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off continues on Thursday, Feb. 13 as the USA takes the ice to battle against Finland at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

by: Reuters

Shamrock's Noonan becomes youngest European club scorer in Conference League win

Shamrock Rovers' Michael Noonan became the youngest goalscorer in European club competition history after he earned his side a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Conference League knockout round playoff at Norway's Molde on Thursday.

by: KTVU

Steph vs. Sabrina won't happen this NBA All-Star weekend

The NBA announced Thursday that the 3-point shooting event bringing together two of the biggest stars in the NBA and WNBA — which was one of the highlights of last year's All-Star weekend in Indianapolis — is not going to be part of the lineup in San Francisco.

by: Eurosport

Who is record-breaker Michael Noonan? Who is Ajax starlet Jorthy Mokio? The 16-year-olds taking Europe by storm

Michael Noonan wrote himself into the history books when he netted Shamrock Rovers' opening goal in their UEFA Europa Conference League tie with Molde.

by: Forbes

The Future Of U.S. Women's Professional Leagues: A New Sporting Era

The Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is set to capitalize on lacrosse's rapid growth, launching in 2025 with ESPN broadcast rights. Its momentum is fueled by the sport's return to the 2028 Olympic Games, marking lacrosse's first Olympic appearance in eight decades.

by: Reuters

Stephen Curry-Sabrina Ionescu 3-point rematch off

There will be no rematch of the hugely popular 3-point contest between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu at this weekend's NBA All-Star Game.

by: WHIO

Jimmie Johnson scuffled in his first 2 years as NASCAR team owner. Can he make Legacy a winner?

Legacy this season will field two full-time cars, the No. 43 Toyota for Erik Jones — two top-fives in two seasons with the team and a finish of 28th in the Cup Series standings — and the No. 42 Toyota for John Hunter Nemechek. Neither driver made the playoffs.

by: Tuko

German sports carmaker Porsche to cut 1,900 jobs

Sports car manufacturer Porsche said Thursday it will axe 1,900 jobs after sales slumped in China and amid a tricky shift to electric vehicles, the latest blow for Germany's stalling auto sector. Hit by high manufacturing costs at home,

by: AOL

Who Won the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show 2025?

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show crowned a new winner in a thrilling finale that left dog enthusiasts across the nation cheering. As one of the most anticipated events in the canine calendar, this prestigious dog show continues to showcase the finest examples of man's best friend,

by: StamfordAdvocate

UConn women's basketball team routs St. John's as Azzi Fudd scores a career-high 34 points

Azzi Fudd scored a career-high 34 points while Paige Bueckers added 16 points as UConn women remained perfect in Big East play

by: Autoblog

Every sub-$100k convertible you can buy in America in 2025

For those who understand the glorious joy of wind rushing through your hair as you barrel down a coastal highway or a twisty canyon road, there simply is no substitute for the convertible. Let's take a look at the eye-popping handful of drop-tops you can still buy new in 2025.

by: Forbes

Does Anyone Care About Cricket's Odd One Out, The Champions Trophy?

The ICC Champions Trophy is back for the first time since 2017. The 'Mini World Cup' has had a stop-start existence in cricket's calendar.

by: ESPN

Tottenham vs Manchester United: Time, how to watch, stats, team news

As for Manchester United, they bounced back from the a 0-2 defeat at home to Crystal Palace in the league with a last-gasp 2-1 win over Leicester in the FA Cup fourth round. Ruben Amorim's side are thirteenth in the Premier League table, two points above Tottenham, as both teams look to get their respective seasons on track.

by: MSN

'Captain Canada' Shines Brightest In Star-Studded 4-3 OT Win Over Sweden

Sidney Crosby proves - once again - why he is Canada's greatest winner and one of the greatest to ever lace up the skates

by: MSN

SA20 2025: Five MI Cape Town players named in Team of Tournament

Champions MI Cape Town dominate the Team of 2025 with five players selected. Opening batter and wicket-keeper Ryan Rickelton leads the charge up front along with dynamic batter Dewald Brevis, allrounder George Linde and seam bowlers Kagiso Rabada and Trent Boult.

by: MSN

Pakistan vs New Zealand LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Tri-Series in Pakistan 2025

Follow live coverage of Pakistan vs New Zealand from the Tri-Series in Pakistan 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner.

by: BBC

Champions Wigan the hunted as Super League returns

Wigan Warriors won all four trophies in 2024 to prove rugby league's most dominant side - now the rest of Super League is eyeing their prizes.

by: MSN

Zimbabwe vs Ireland LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Ireland in Zimbabwe 2025

Follow live coverage of Zimbabwe vs Ireland from the Ireland in Zimbabwe 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner.

by: MSN

17 Countries FIFA Has Banned From Entering the World Cup Since 1950 and Why

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by: MSN

Who are the 10 best 3-point shooters in NBA history?

Over the last decade, 3-point shooting has exploded in the NBA. Let's take a look at the 10 best 3-point shooters in NBA history.

by: MSN

Sri Lanka vs Australia LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Australia in Sri Lanka 2025

Follow live coverage of Sri Lanka vs Australia from the Australia in Sri Lanka 2025 today. The ICC Test Championship sees nine teams compete across a two-year cycle of matches before a two-team final decides the winner.
Wed, February 12, 2025

by: Reuters

New Zealand snowboarder Sadowski-Synnott savours golden return

Grounded by a troubling ankle injury for much of 2024, New Zealand's first Winter Olympic champion Zoi Sadowski-Synnott is now back on top of the snowboarding world after a "mind-blowing" few weeks in Colorado.

by: Reuters

World Cup of Hockey set to return in 2028

As hockey fans prepared to watch their favorite NHL players take part in the 4 Nations Face-Off, the first best-on-best tournament since 2016, they received more good news ahead of puck drop.

by: MSN

Tigers open 2025 spring training with fresh focus: Day 1 photo gallery

Tarik Skubal was lighting up the radar gun, pumping fastballs that pushed triple digits from the newly renovated bullpen mounds at Tiger Town. Andy Ibáñez stood in the batter's box, tracking every pitch with quiet intensity.

by: MSN

National Games: Sachin Yadav win javelin with meet record

Upcoming javelin thrower Sachin Yadav extended his hot streak with a personal best effort to win the men's javelin at the National Games in Dehradun on Wednesday. Sachin's fifth attempt of 84.39m broke the meet record held by Haryana's Rajendra Singh (82.

by: MSN

Canada vs. Sweden live score, updates, highlights from 4 Nations Face-Off game

The Sporting News is providing the updates and highlights from the Canada vs. Sweden group play game at the 4 Nations Face-Off.

by: MSN

Canada's 4 Nations dream team comes with sky-high expectations

Brad Marchand was talking about the 2016 World Cup, but it felt pretty apt for the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off. "I always viewed guys on tiers throughout the league," Marchand said. "You got your [Connor] McDavids,

by: MSN

Anglers from 10 countries gather in West Michigan for World Ice Fishing Championship

The World Ice Fishing Championship is ramping up in Lakeview, attracting hundreds of elite anglers from 10 nations all over the world.

by: MSN

Barcelona UEFA Champions League fixtures: Full schedule of games in 2024/25 competition

New Barcelona boss Hansi Flick will be hoping for a strong UEFA Champions League campaign in 2024/25. Here is how their schedule looks.

by: MassLive

'The Masked Singer' season 13 premiere, how to watch for free tonight

Lucky season 13 of "The Masked Singer" will premiere on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The new season will air at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. Those without cable can watch the show for free through 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: MSN

College baseball 2025 preview: 6 storylines to watch as the season begins Friday

Welcome back, college baseball! While major-league spring training remains in its nascent stages in mid-February, such is not the case at the collegiate level. In fact, the Division I baseball regular season begins Friday,

by: Forbes

New Portland Training Facility To Host Two Professional Women's Sports Franchises

The Portland Thorns of the NWSL will soon get a new training center. And in a first-of-its-kind design, the team will share it with the WNBA expansion franchise awarded to Portland in a purpose-built, dual-sport performance center.

The Future Of U.S. Women's Professional Leagues: A New Sporting Era

The Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is set to capitalize on lacrosse's rapid growth, launching in 2025 with ESPN broadcast rights. Its momentum is fueled by the sport's return to the 2028 Olympic Games, marking lacrosse's first Olympic appearance in eight decades.

The article by Priya Oberoi for Forbes, published on February 13, 2025, discusses the evolving landscape of women's professional sports leagues in the United States. It highlights the significant growth and increased investment in women's sports, driven by rising viewership, sponsorship deals, and media rights. The piece explores how leagues like the WNBA, NWSL, and the newly formed Women's Professional Hockey League (WPHL) are capitalizing on this momentum. Key points include the introduction of new teams, expansion of existing leagues, and the strategic partnerships with major corporations and media outlets to enhance visibility and financial stability. Oberoi also touches on the cultural shift towards greater gender equality in sports, the empowerment of female athletes, and the potential for these developments to inspire future generations of women in sports. The article concludes with optimism about the future, suggesting that these changes are setting the stage for a new era in women's professional sports, where they are not just surviving but thriving.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/priyaoberoi/2025/02/13/the-future-of-us-womens-professional-leagues-a-new-sporting-era/