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Quade Cooper joins Sky Sport's All Blacks panel as free-to-air Tests return in 2026
Former Wallaby Quade Cooper will provide expert analysis for Sky Sport's All Blacks coverage beginning with the July Test against France in Christchurch. Sky's acquisition of channel Three also brings all four home Tests to free-to-air audiences on a delayed basis.
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Holly Holm sets one-to-two fight timeline before retiring from combat sports
Holly Holm has revealed she expects to compete just one or two more times before ending her career in combat sports. The former UFC bantamweight champion made the comments following a split-decision boxing loss to Stephanie Han last weekend.
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Fijian Drua part ways with eight players and three staff as Jackson era ends
The Fijian Drua have confirmed the departures of eight players and three staff members, including outgoing head coach Glen Jackson, following the conclusion of their 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
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Sebastian Berhalter calls father Gregg his best friend ahead of World Cup debut
Sebastian Berhalter, set to play for the United States at the 2026 World Cup under Mauricio Pochettino, has opened up about his close bond with former USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter and the extra pressure that came with being his son.
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Kiss backs Reds to overcome slow-start trauma in Chiefs qualifying final
Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss has acknowledged the psychological weight of his side's 0-21 Australian record in New Zealand finals, but insists the team is better equipped to handle adversity after trailing 28-0 and 27-0 in their previous two playoff appearances.
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Alistair Overeem hints at comeback three years after retiring due to injuries
Alistair Overeem has revealed he is exploring a potential return to combat sports after retiring in 2023, saying improved health and a renewed drive have him weighing his options across MMA, kickboxing, and boxing.
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Pereira chases unprecedented third UFC title belt against Gane on June 14
Alex Pereira, who took up kickboxing at 21 while battling alcoholism and working at a tire shop, faces Ciryl Gane on June 14 at UFC White House with a chance to become the first fighter in UFC history to win titles in three weight classes.
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Bonfim targets Muhammad knockout using Ian Garry's blueprint at UFC Fight Night 278
Gabriel Bonfim says Ian Garry 'showed the way' to beat former welterweight champion Belal Muhammad ahead of their UFC Fight Night 278 headliner at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The 28-year-old Brazilian, ranked outside the top five, believes a convincing finish could fast-track him to a title shot.
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Compensation talks between Chelsea and City delay Maresca's appointment as Guardiola successor
Manchester City are confident of appointing Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola's successor, but lawyers representing both clubs remain in ongoing compensation negotiations over the Italian's January departure from Stamford Bridge.
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Atletico Madrid eye Osimhen as Alvarez exit to Arsenal or Barcelona looms
Atletico Madrid have identified Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen as a potential replacement for Julian Alvarez, who has attracted serious interest from Arsenal and Barcelona after rejecting an improved contract offer in Madrid.
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Nottingham Forest reject Manchester City's opening bid for Elliot Anderson
Nottingham Forest have turned down Manchester City's first offer for midfielder Elliot Anderson, with the club insisting they will only consider bids exceeding £100 million for the 23-year-old England international.
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Segner targets history with Blues as he faces former First XV captain Fainga'anuku
Anton Segner will wear the No.7 jersey when the Blues travel to Christchurch for their Super Rugby Pacific qualifying final against the Crusaders, a side captained at school by his close friend Sevu Fainga'anuku. No visiting team has ever beaten the Crusaders at home in the knockout stages.
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Tyrel Lomax signs New Zealand deal through 2029 with Lions tour in his sights
Hurricanes and All Blacks tighthead Tyrel Lomax has committed to New Zealand Rugby until the end of 2029, becoming the sixth All Black to sign such an extension. The 48-Test prop is targeting the Rugby World Cup and the British & Irish Lions tour as key motivators.
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Bernardo Silva delays Barcelona decision until after the World Cup, agent confirms
Bernardo Silva will not commit to his next club until after the World Cup, his agent Jorge Mendes has confirmed. The Portugal midfielder left Manchester City on a free transfer after nine years and 15 major trophies, with Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and Benfica all linked.
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Five-man MMA battle royale ends with brutal blindside knockout at Dog Wild Tournament
Dog Wild Tournament's headlining battle royale featured five fighters in a single cage, with Mohamed Toure delivering a cold blindside knockout to Israel Campano before submitting Alberto Dominguez to claim the last-man-standing victory.
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Bernardo Silva to delay transfer decision until after World Cup, agent confirms
Bernardo Silva has left Manchester City after a decade at the club but will not choose his next destination until the World Cup concludes this summer. Agent Jorge Mendes confirmed the timeline to Fabrizio Romano, with Barcelona and Benfica among the reported suitors.
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Barcelona goalkeeper Diego Kochen set for loan exit to Danish Superliga side
American youth international Diego Kochen is expected to leave Barcelona on loan this summer, with newly promoted Danish Superliga club Lyngby Boldklub the reported frontrunners to sign the 20-year-old goalkeeper.
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Mourinho targets Calafiori for Real Madrid rebuild after confirming Dumfries and Konaté deals
José Mourinho, set to be confirmed as Real Madrid manager for a second time, has identified Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori as a transfer target. The Portuguese has already agreed deals for Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konaté as he shapes his squad at the Bernabéu.
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Yamal included in Spain's World Cup squad despite hamstring injury uncertainty
Lamine Yamal has been named in Spain's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup despite suffering a hamstring injury on April 22 that has kept him sidelined since. Barcelona expect the 18-year-old to be available for the tournament, but his level of involvement remains unclear.
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Strickland claims UFC banned him from White House card over Trump and Israel comments
Sean Strickland says he has been barred from attending the UFC's White House event on June 14, alleging the ban stems from his public criticism of President Donald Trump and Trump's relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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