Sponsorship news: A day full of highs and lows for Horsforth Hawks
The Sports News Blitz-sponsored Horsforth Hawks Red team had a real mixed bag of an afternoon out on the rounders pitch at New Farnley Cricket Club on Sunday.
Taking part in the New Farnley Foxes Rounders Tournament, the Hawks played four games in searing sunshine, winning two games and losing two games.
Here, captain Liv Rumble (who leads the Red team with fellow captain and bowler Liz) gives her review of the team’s performance on the day.
NBA Playoff betting tips: Best spread picks as Cavs and Knicks wrap up series
First up on Monday, the Cleveland Cavaliers are looking to complete a series sweep as they face the Miami Heat in Game 4 at Kaseya Centre.
The Cavaliers handed the Heat their worst-ever playoff loss in game three and have outscored them by 67 points thus far, so a comeback is out of the question.
Next, the New York Knicks will try to finish off their first-round matchup with the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday.
Even though the Pistons have been competitive, winning one game and losing three by a combined 14 points, we think the Knicks have a good chance of finishing the job.
Sports News Blitz tipster George Dempsey offers his best betting tips ahead of the action.
Boxing analysis: Chris Eubank Jr. vs Conor Benn battle exceeded expectations
Like father, like son - Chris Eubank Jr. triumphed in a close but fair all-British grudge match against Conor Benn
In a night that will be remembered for a long time, Chris Eubank Jr. was the man who came out on top.
A glorious evening in North London left little to be desired. The two warriors went toe-to-toe for twelve rounds - spurred on by the ghosts of their fathers' pasts - in a brutally bloody affair.
It was Eubank Jr. who had his hand raised in the end, with all three judges scoring a fair 116-112 for the victor.
Though his triumph was not without adversity, Benn refused to give up and continued to force a fight despite his early lead dwindling away.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down some key talking points from the highly anticipated fire-fight.
Bournemouth vs Man Utd: United stumble to a point on the south coast ahead of Bilbao showdown
Sports News Blitz writer Robert Bore takes a look at Manchester United's struggle to secure a point at Bournemouth ahead of their crucial clash with Athletic Bilbao in the UEFA Europa League.
NFL Draft Round 1 analysis: The winners and losers
The 2025 NFL Draft got off to a thrilling start with the first round having plenty of talking points.
The Jacksonville Jaguars made an aggressive trade up to number two to select receiver/corner-back Travis Hunter, giving the Cleveland Browns pick number five, 36 and their first-round pick next year.
The Atlanta Falcons addressed their defensive woes by taking not one, but two edge rushers.
But who actually won the first round? Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson assesses the biggest winners and losers.
FA Cup and Premier League betting tips: Nottingham Forest and Man City at evens, Liverpool to seal the title, and Man Utd to keep being a joke
FA Cup drama, Premier League chaos, and yes - another crack from Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher, who’s out to bounce back from backing Aston Villa and bag a few winners along the way.
Championship betting tips: Oxford to confirm safety and Sheffield United to bounce back at Stoke
Matchday 45 of an enthralling Championship season is upon us, with the greatest league on the planet sure to provide another round of elation and despair
Leeds and Sheffield United have confirmed their promotion to the Premier League, but the play-off race and a place in next year's Championship is still massively up for grabs.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s resident Championship tipster Ethan Pitts selects four bets that will help you cash in on the bookies this week.
Leeds United vs Bristol City: Five key battles and score prediction
Leeds United will officially be a Premier League club next season but their job is not quite complete in terms of securing the Championship title.
Many of the Leeds squad are itching to lift the title with full-back Jayden Bogle in particular stating “The aim at the start of the season was silverware”.
Bristol City will be looking to spoil any possible title aspirations by boosting their own play-off chances with an opportunity to seal their place on Monday, April 28.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley considers five key battles for this Elland Road clash and offers a score prediction.
Leeds Utd opinion - Survival checklist for the Premier League: Daniel Farke, Illan Meslier and more
Sports News Blitz has an array of Leeds United fans still recovering from an Easter Monday to remember as they secured automatic promotion to the Premier League.
Leeds boss Daniel Farke has once again proved he is the man when it comes to reaching England’s top tier - but keeping the Whites up there is the biggest challenge.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s betting guru and resident Leeds Utd fan George Dempsey takes a break from slam-dunking NBA tips and gives his take on his team’s glorious return to the top table of English football.
NBA news: Luka Doncic and the LA Lakers counterpunch in game two
The Los Angeles Lakers silenced Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in game two on Tuesday with a 94-85 victory, levelling the series.
With games three and four set to take place in Minnesota, it will be intriguing to witness whether the Wolves can overcome the LA Lakers on home court, after notoriously struggling in the early rounds at home in last year’s playoffs.
Film News Blitz and Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo assesses the talking points from the Lakers win in game two and weighs in on the points of concern the Wolves will need to address in Game Three.
MMA news: Dricus du Plessis dismisses injury rumours ahead of potential Khamzat Chimaev bout
Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down the latest surrounding Dricus Du Plessis, who has firmly denied injury rumours ahead of a potential clash with Khamzat Chimaev.
As speculation swirls about a possible showdown at International Fight Week, Du Plessis has made it clear he's still in control of the middleweight title picture.
NBA news: LA Clippers decimate Denver Nuggets in Game Three
The Los Angeles Clippers made their return to the Intuit Dome to thrash the Denver Nuggets 83-117 to take a 2-1 series lead.
The Clippers’ offensive arsenal really fronted up in the contest with relatively equal distributed spoils in terms of points to further the Nuggets’ woes as their supporting cast struggled yet again.
Film News Blitz and Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo offers additional context to the game three affair.
Arsenal vs Crystal Palace analysis: Five conclusions from draw at the Emirates
Arsenal experienced a frustrating outcome at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night, as a determined Crystal Palace secured a draw against the home team.
The Gunners went into the game full of confidence after a convincing 4-0 victory over Ipswich on Sunday.
But in a disappointing home fixture against Palace, Mikel Arteta’s side settled for a 2-2 draw.
Jakub Kiwior scored the opening goal, but Eberechi Eze levelled the score. Leandro Trossard put the Gunners ahead before half-time and in the second half, William Saliba's mistake allowed Jean-Philippe Mateta to equalise.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Stephen Oladehinde outlines five key lessons drawn from the Gunners' encounter with the Eagles.
Timeform ratings reveal scale of Dan Skelton’s challenge in title battle with Willie Mullins
Timeform ratings help highlight the incredible strength in depth at Willie Mullins' disposal and just how difficult a task Dan Skelton has faced in trying to wrest the title from the champion.
NBA news: LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and the Lakers brace for battle in Minnesota
The Los Angeles Lakers may have evened the series against the Timberwolves, but with the battleground now shifting to Minnesota, the stakes - and the noise - are only getting louder.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo explores how LeBron James and Luka Doncic are gearing up to weather the storm and lead their team through one of the toughest tests.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari challenge: Struggles, support, and speculation
Lewis Hamilton’s first season as a Ferrari driver has had its challenges, with little to look back at and smile.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo reflects on the tone that has been set in the Ferrari camp following the Brit’s first five races at the Scuderia.
Star Sports partners with George Boughey as trainer expands at Newmarket base
Star Sports is the new sponsor of Classic-winning trainer George Boughey’s yard in Newmarket.
MMA news: ‘I’m going to get him back’ - Israel Adesanya targets rematch against Sean Strickland
MMA expert Niall Togher of Sports News Blitz brings the latest on Israel Adesanya, who has set his sights on a rematch with Sean Strickland.
After a period of reflection and setbacks, Adesanya says he’s ready to return and settle the score.
FA Cup news: Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace – Five key battles and score prediction
Wembley Stadium hosts the first FA Cup semi-final of the season on Saturday, with Aston Villa taking on Crystal Palace for a place in the final.
Ahead of the huge semi-final, Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson analyses five key battles that could decide the game and offers a score prediction.
FA Cup news: Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City – Five key battles and score prediction
Nottingham Forest are headed to Wembley in the FA Cup for the first time since 1991, when they fell at the final hurdle in a 2-1 loss to Tottenham after extra time.
This tie won't be any easier as they need to overcome seven-time FA Cup winners and last year’s runners-up Manchester City.
Sports News Blitz writer Liam Caffry takes a look at five key battles to anticipate in the second semi-final on Sunday.