Monday Night Raw analysis: CM Punk drops pipe bomb; Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar brawl again
WWE are on a hot streak with Monday Night Raw at the moment and it continued on Monday, April 6.
Here, Sport News Blitz writer Joe Jones talks us through the key points from Monday night's stacked episode.
F1 news: A look at Arvid Lindblad, F1’s latest rookie sensation
Arvid Lindblad is F1’s sole rookie for the 2026 season after doing well to make a name for himself across various junior categories.
So far in his brief time in F1, he has impressed with his performances, including scoring points in his debut race in Melbourne.
He is unafraid to push the limits and has demonstrated considerable promise.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer and F1 enthusiast Luca Salmasi examines Lindblad’s career to date, a rookie already hinting at superstar potential.
Soccer analysis: Leeds United prevail amidst FA Cup chaos
Leeds United booked their place in the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1987 after a dynamic quarter-final victory over West Ham United on Sunday, April 5.
The game captured everything the competition has to offer: VAR controversy, late goals and a tense penalty shoot-out to round it off.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Matthew Morgan analyses the historic game and what it could mean for Daniel Farke’s side.
‘Top-class’ prospect He’s On Fire draws comparisons to Gaelic Warrior
He's On Fire's impressive victory at Fairyhouse on Sunday has prompted the experts at Timeform to suggest that Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Gaelic Warrior's owners could have another top-class prospect on their hands.
Serie A analysis: Five talking points from AC Milan v Napoli
Monday night’s race for the Scudetto took another swift turn as Napoli beat AC Milan 1-0, leapfrogging them in the table and closing the gap to five points on league leaders Inter Milan.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Luca Salmasi takes a look at five key talking points from the crucial match in the race for the Serie A title.
MMA opinion: Reflecting on Jiri Prochazka’s tough road back to the title
Jiri Prochazka will take on surging contender Carlos Ulberg in the main event of UFC 327 on Saturday, April 11 for the vacant undisputed light heavyweight title.
The title is available after former champ Alex Pereira vacated the belt. Prochazka will be looking to reclaim gold in his third attempt since injury forced his hand in 2022.
Sports News Blitz’s Freddie Thomas-Neher takes a look back at his rocky road back to gold.
Chelsea keep Women’s FA Cup title defence alive with late win over Spurs
Chelsea kept their Women’s FA Cup defence alive with a late 2-1 victory over Tottenham, booking their place in the semi-finals after a hard-fought contest at Kingsmeadow.
F1 news: Oscar Piastri confident Mercedes can be caught despite dominant 2026 start
Oscar Piastri has expressed confidence that Mercedes’ early dominance in the 2026 Formula 1 season can be challenged, despite the Silver Arrows winning each of the opening races.
Rugby union: Premiership teams in action-packed weekend of European rugby
Seven matches involved Premiership sides in both the European Challenge Cup and the Investec Champions Cup in the round of 16.
With no Premiership action over the weekend, Sports News Blitz’s James Corrigan takes a look at the matches that took place in Europe.
Nine Premiership teams participated in the round of 16 across both competitions, but only four managed to progress to the quarter-finals.
Soccer opinion: Liverpool’s season hanging by a thread after FA Cup humbling
In the wake of a crushing FA Cup exit, Liverpool find their season on the brink after a heavy defeat to Manchester City.
Sports News Blitz writer Joshua Topping looks at how inconsistency, mounting pressure, and fading ambitions have left Liverpool with little margin for error as they fight to salvage their campaign through the Premier League and Champions League.
IPL betting tips: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli headline Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru
IPL 2026 is up and running, and early trends are taking shape as we head into an action-packed week three. This is the phase where teams amplify strengths and address weaknesses.
Here, Sports News Blitz cricket betting writer Himanshu Sharma picks out the best bets for upcoming marquee games, including the clash of the heavyweights – Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Super League rivals round analysis: What did results tell us for how the season will progress?
St Helens completed an incredible six-minute comeback, Wakefield now hold the bragging rights after defeating Castleford, while Hull KR came out on top in the Hull derby.
The first rivals round this year did not disappoint as the first bragging rights were given to local rivals, we had upsets, late drama and vital points at the top and the bottom of the table.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Elliot Ward looks at the results from this weekend's action, how this shapes the table up, the crucial try scorers and the overall performance from the teams involved.
MMA news: Renato Moicano submits Chris Duncan at UFC Vegas 115, blasts Apex fight card
Renato Moicano made easy money at UFC Vegas 115, but he wasn’t smiling afterwards. The Brazilian veteran submitted Chris Duncan via rear-naked choke in the second round of Saturday’s headliner, snapping a two-fight losing streak in dominant fashion.
Both lightweights train together at American Top Team and Moicano entered as a slight underdog against the surging Scotsman, writes Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Faris-Clark.
Soccer opinion: Changes Italy must make after yet another World Cup qualification failure
Italy’s failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup is monumental; as a country with such a successful history in the competition, it doesn’t feel right that it won’t be heading to North America this summer, especially for a nation that was often a regular participant.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Luca Salmasi takes a look at the changes Italy must make to return to the next World Cup and restore their status amongst the elites of international football.
F1 news: Martin Brundle on Max Verstappen quit rumours – “I’d hugely miss his talent”
Martin Brundle discussed Max Verstappen’s future on the latest edition of The F1 Show podcast, where speculation about the Dutchman potentially quitting Formula One was a hot topic.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Luca Salmasi takes a closer look at Brundle’s thoughts on a possible Verstappen exit.
Late-Season Trends Shaping NBA Win Totals in 2026
The 2025–26 NBA season’s winding down, but the numbers haven’t settled. Not yet. In fact, this is usually when things start to feel a little less predictable. Teams are chasing position, protecting it, or trying to stay within reach. That tension shows up in the standings in ways that don’t always line up with how the year began.
The top teams have continued to perform better than expected. Some of the high-profile contenders have fallen off dramatically. Understanding the underlying factors driving these late season trends highlights why teams have seen their win totals continue to fluctuate dramatically. As the playoffs quickly approach, increased intensity and a heightened sense of urgency have taken over.
How to bet on the 2026 Grand National: Essential tipping guide to the Aintree showpiece
Ahead of the 2026 Grand National at Aintree, Sports News Blitz’s racing expert Kieran McHugh explains how you can bet on the world’s most famous steeplechase.
One of the most famous horse races in the world, the Grand National has always been a longstanding fixture in British culture.
One of few races on the calendar that generates intrigue across the planet, from seasoned gambler to those just having a little each-way dabble.
Grand National 2026: Complete guide to all 34 horses set to compete at Aintree Racecourse
Anticipation is building ahead of the 2026 Grand National as the field begins to take shape for one of racing’s most iconic contests at Aintree Racecourse.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s horse racing expert Kieran McHugh takes a look through the 34 horses set to go to post.
World Cup 2026 analysis: Can Thomas Tuchel’s England finally bring football home?
England's preparations for the upcoming World Cup have finished, and Thomas Tuchel has the toughest decision of his life to make on May 30 when he picks his final squad for the World Cup.
Soccer analysis: Can Roberto De Zerbi save Tottenham from relegation with seven Premier League games left?
Tottenham haven't just made a change - they've made a statement.
With the Premier League season coming to a close, and the club lingering in 17th place, this feels like a calculated gamble rather than a reset.
The arrival of Roberto De Zerbi is Spurs putting all their cards on the table, turning to a coach who has been widely praised as a "genius" despite his somewhat volatile past.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Matthew Morgan assesses Spurs’ chances of survival under new boss De Zerbi.