Premier League betting tips: Chelsea’s Cole Palmer to score against a hazy Liverpool side, and more
Before we get into the worldie tips, Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher would like a word on Jamie Vardy’s decision to leave Leicester.
Man Utd news: Remembering the riches - A Red revival in Bilbao
For all his recent claims of emotional detachment, Sports News Blitz’s Robert Bore couldn’t escape the nerves as kick-off approached in the Basque country.
Here, he reflects on Manchester United’s stirring Europa League semi-final display against Athletic Club.
NBA Playoffs betting tips: Warriors finish Rockets, best series bets as Cavs face Pacers
The NBA Playoffs continue on Friday night as the Golden State Warriors look to right the wrongs of Game 5 and put the pesky Houston Rockets to bed once and for all.
At the time of writing, it remains to be seen if the Nuggets and Knicks can avoid going to a winner-takes-all match against the LA Clippers and Detroit Pistons, respectively.
Those games could take place over the weekend, depending on the outcome of Thursday night’s matchups, but we believe the Knicks and the Nuggets will advance even in the event of a Game 7.
However, we know of one other game taking place this week, as the Cleveland Cavaliers play host to the Indiana Pacers on the back of a five-day break.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s NBA expert, George Dempsey gives his predictions and betting tips ahead of the games.
Plymouth Argyle vs Leeds United: Five key battles and score prediction
The final day of another frankly remarkable Championship campaign is upon us and Leeds United travel to Home Park for a matchup with title consequences and relegation confirmation on the line.
Despite not being mathematically relegated, Plymouth require a 14-goal swing in their favour to possibly escape relegation and will be preparing for a return to League One after a two year spell in the Championship.
Leeds enter this fixture knowing a win secures both the title and a 100-point campaign, and their performance against Bristol City shows a side intent on claiming silverware.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Leasley considers five key battles for the final-day showdown and offers a score prediction.
Boxing news: Barnsley’s Callum Simpson to fight at Oakwell for second time vs Ivan Zucco
Barnsley boxer Callum Simpson will return to his hometown football stadium for the second time in his career to face undefeated Italian Ivan Zucco.
Simpson, 28, boasts an impressive professional record of 17 wins with 12 knockouts and no losses, writes Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House.
He has held both the British and Commonwealth super middleweight titles since August 2024, when he first fought at Oakwell against Zak Chelli.
NBA Playoffs news: LeBron James faces uncertain future after LA Lakers’ early exit
LeBron James’ 22nd NBA season came to a disappointing close as the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on a disappointing result for James and the Lakers.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton heads to Miami GP hoping for a reset amid Ferrari growing pains
Formula 1 heads stateside for the sixth round of the 2025 season, the Miami Grand Prix.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo looks at how Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton can bounce back after a difficult start to this new chapter in his career.
UFC betting tips: Cory Sandhagen to neutralise Deiveson Figueiredo, and Bo Nickal to defeat Reiner de Ridder
The UFC Fight Night card in Des Moines, Iowa, goes down this Saturday and is headlined by two top bantamweight contenders looking to get back on track when Cory Sandhagen faces Deiveson Figueiredo.
In the co-main event, one of the most hyped prospects in MMA, Bo Nickal, faces the toughest test of his career so far when he takes on Reiner de Ridder.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s MMA tipster Niall Togher previews both matchups and gives his predictions.
From non-league nobody to a Premier League champion: How Jamie Vardy has become a legend of English football
As we approach the end of the season, we see one of the legends of the English game leave the club that made him and allowed him to become the player that we all know today.
As announced in April, Jamie Vardy will be leaving Leicester City after 13 amazing seasons spent at the club.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Alec Hayward takes a look at his incredible career from start to end, and from highs to lows.
UEFA Conference League semi-final analysis: Five key Chelsea players to watch when the Blues take on Djurgarden
Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea travel to Sweden to play Djurgarden in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League semi-final on Thursday, May 1.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal assesses five key players that could prove to be decisive for the Blues in this important semi-final clash.
Barnsley FC opinion: Fans hoping for play-off push under Conor Hourihane
On March 12 of this year, it was officially announced that Head Coach Darrell Clarke would be leaving Barnsley.
It was to be expected because Barnsley have not been in the best of form under Clarke’s management, and have been struggling throughout the season.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Jonathon House takes a look at how the club have faired this season under Clarke, and whether he’s got what it takes.
FA Cup recall: A look at Man City’s road to final clash v Crystal Palace at Wembley
Manchester City have been dethroned as kings of England by Premier League champions Liverpool - but they are still up for the FA Cup this season.
Pep Guardiola’s Man City troops have had an inconsistent season since losing the services of injured talisman Rodri - but they have a chance to win some silverware when they face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final at Wembley on May 17.
Previously we have looked at the Eagles’ road to the final - and now Sports News Blitz Academy writer Max Snigorski looks back at the results Man City racked up to reach the showpiece final.
Elland Road Ramble - Bristol City result, Farke’s future, Plymouth predictions and more
The latest Elland Road Ramble podcast is now available - and Leeds Trinity University placement students Elliot Ward and Maddie Newton discuss the 4-0 win over Bristol City before asking one key question: should Largie Ramazani get more minutes?
Watch the episode in full here, then subscribe to the Sports News Blitz YouTube channel.
UEFA Champions League analysis: Barcelona vs Inter Milan - Five key battles and score prediction
Spanish giants Barcelona host the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final vs Inter Milan on Wednesday night.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal assesses five key battles which will prove decisive in the showdown.
Man Utd vs Chelsea: Five key battles and score prediction ahead of the big WSL clash
Two of the Women’s Super League’s top three sides will be competing for three points on Wednesday, April 30, when Manchester United take on Chelsea at Leigh Sports Village.
This exciting midweek fixture kicks off at 20:15pm and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
Chelsea currently sit at the top of the table with a six-point lead over Arsenal and an eight-point lead over Man Utd.
With both teams in good form, it is expected to be a thrilling fixture.
Here, Sports News Blitz Manchester United fan Claudia Jones looks at five key battles to watch out for on Matchday.
Golf betting tips: Jordan Spieth to find form in home state at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson
The PGA Tour returns to Texas for the third time this year, ahead of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
The tournament takes place at TPC Craig Ranch, a relatively new course on tour.
Craig Ranch is known to score low, with the front nine especially accommodating to stringing together birdie after birdie.
Long drives, to set up easy approach shots, are the recipe for success here, so favouring those who can hit it long and drop it close will be a solid plan of action.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Sam Condy breaks down four of the top picks ahead of the PGA’s visit to Texas.
Leeds Utd news: The standout players of the season so far
Leeds United are looking to finish strong after their promotion to the Premier League and win the title.
Sports News Blitz writer, Elliot Ward, looks at which players he thinks have been the standouts this season for Leeds United.
IPL Cricket news: The top five fastest centuries in the history of the Indian Premier League
In the wake of 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s jaw-dropping 35-ball century, the cricketing world is still buzzing.
Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal looks back at the top five fastest centuries in IPL history that have left fans stunned over the years.
Wrexham news: A rollercoaster ride from National League to the Championship
After languishing in the lower tiers of the football pyramid, Wrexham are finally in the Sky Bet Championship - a sudden rise that nobody expected to happen so fast.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Dylan Easton takes a look at how the club have managed their success and the challenges that lie ahead of them.
NBA Playoffs news: Jimmy Butler returns from injury to push Warriors past Rockets
A hard-fought battle in golden state sees the seventh seed Golden State Warriors jump out to a 3-1 series lead against the 2nd seeded Houston Rockets.
In case you missed it, here, Sports News Blitz writer Oliver Carter breaks down all the action.