British & Irish Lions news: A backline of players not selected by Andy Farrell for Australia tour

British & Irish Lions news: A backline of players not selected by Andy Farrell for Australia tour

Head coach Andy Farrell recently named his British & Irish Lions squad for the upcoming tour of Australia, and the Englishman had to leave out some noteworthy talent in the process.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Jacob Garrett picks seven backline players that would not look out of place Down Under.

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Major League Baseball to invest in new women’s professional softball league

Major League Baseball to invest in new women’s professional softball league

Major League Baseball (MLB) has joined the women’s sports investment train by partnering with the new Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL), which is set to launch on June 7.

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.

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Champions League betting tips: PSG vs Inter Milan – Martínez to score, Dumfries to be carded

Champions League betting tips: PSG vs Inter Milan – Martínez to score, Dumfries to be carded

The Champions League final is upon us, with Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan set to do battle at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Saturday.

Here, Sports News Blitz tipster Ethan Pitts selects four bets that will help you cash in with the bookies one last time this season.

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Champions League news: Have Paris Saint-Germain finally found the winning formula?
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Champions League news: Have Paris Saint-Germain finally found the winning formula?

Since the Qatari takeover in 2011, Paris Saint-Germain have balanced superstar-filled squads with impressively consistent Champions League failure, but current manager Luis Enrique seems to have found a way to craft the club into an effective team.

Sports News Blitz writer Gabriel Mills takes a look at PSG’s chances in the final.

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F1 news: Ferrari eyes Spanish GP revival amid technical shifts and Lewis Hamilton’s winning history

F1 news: Ferrari eyes Spanish GP revival amid technical shifts and Lewis Hamilton’s winning history

Ferrari head into the Spanish Grand Prix weekend with cautious optimism, as Team Principal Fred Vasseur downplays talk of a rift between Lewis Hamilton and his race engineer Riccardo Adami.

The team, buoyed by Charles Leclerc’s strong performance in Monaco, is also preparing for a potentially season-defining technical change that could shake up the competitive order.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down the state of play at Ferrari ahead of Barcelona - from internal dynamics and recent performance gains to the looming impact of new front wing regulations and Hamilton’s formidable history at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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Conference League final: Chelsea FC - European trophy collectors are at it again

Conference League final: Chelsea FC - European trophy collectors are at it again

Chelsea pulled a demolition job on Real Betis in the second half to overcome a 1-0 deficit at the break to run off into Polish midnight scenes - fresh European silverware in hand after a 4-1 triumph at the Stadion Wrocław.

With the Blues’ boss Enzo Maresca demonstrating that he is the man to take the Blues forward - let’s take a look at his reaction to the triumphant events of the final.

Here, Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo lays out the managerial reaction from Chelsea’s glorious night. 

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OKC Thunder blaze into NBA Finals: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the charge after years in the wilderness

OKC Thunder blaze into NBA Finals: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the charge after years in the wilderness

The Oklahoma City Thunder have stormed into the Finals with a commanding display of grit, talent, and belief.

Here, Sports News Blitz's NBA expert Noah Ngcobo breaks down how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his young squad have brought playoff glory back to OKC.

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The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous race on the Formula 1 calendar, but is it worth the hype?
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The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous race on the Formula 1 calendar, but is it worth the hype?

Every year, Formula 1 returns to the streets of Monte Carlo for a race steeped in history, glitz, and prestige.

But beneath the glamour lies a question fans can't help but ask: is Monaco still a good race?

Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman explores the enduring appeal of Monaco and whether it's racing truly lives up to the legend.

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WNBA news: BetMGM signs first women’s sports partnership deal with the Las Vegas Aces
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WNBA news: BetMGM signs first women’s sports partnership deal with the Las Vegas Aces

BetMGM has become the exclusive online casino and sportsbook partner of the Las Vegas Aces, marking the corporation’s first partnership with a women’s sports franchise.

BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, along with the Las Vegas Aces made the announcement on Tuesday, with executives from both organisations gathering at the Bellagio, Las Vegas, to celebrate the milestone in women’s sports.

The partnership runs through the 2027 season, with key features including prominent signage at Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and sponsorship across the Aces’ social media platforms, writes Sports News Blitz’s Shameeka Voyiya.

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A shot at history: Chelsea face Real Betis in Conference League final with legacy on the line

A shot at history: Chelsea face Real Betis in Conference League final with legacy on the line

It’s not the European final Chelsea fans would’ve dreamt of a few years ago, but it’s a final that matters nonetheless.

On Wednesday night in Wroclaw, Poland, the Blues will face La Liga side Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League final - a shot at silverware, a shot at history, and a shot at restoring some pride after a turbulent few seasons.

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Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca faces final hurdle as Chelsea prepare for Conference League showdown against Real Betis

Chelsea news: Enzo Maresca faces final hurdle as Chelsea prepare for Conference League showdown against Real Betis

As Chelsea gear up for the UEFA Conference League final against Real Betis in Wroclaw, head coach Enzo Maresca finds himself navigating unexpected challenges both on and off the pitch.

In this article, Sports News Blitz deputy content editor Nicole Powell unpacks Enzo Maresca’s words ahead of the high-stakes game.

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Cricket news: Five things we learnt from England’s Test victory over Zimbabwe

Cricket news: Five things we learnt from England’s Test victory over Zimbabwe

England kicked off the cricketing summer with a comprehensive victory by an innings and 45 runs over Zimbabwe in a one-off four-day Test match at Trent Bridge.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Bilal Patel breaks down the key factors in the hosts’ win and looks at how Brendon McCullum’s side is shaping up ahead of this year’s Ashes.

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2025 Monaco GP winners and losers: Pit stop rules backfire, Lando Norris back on top, Mercedes’ disastrous weekend, and more

2025 Monaco GP winners and losers: Pit stop rules backfire, Lando Norris back on top, Mercedes’ disastrous weekend, and more

On Sunday, May 25, F1 returned to the Monaco Grand Prix, the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ event famed for glitz, glamour and roaring engines on the streets of Monte Carlo. 

With the introduction of two mandatory pit stops, there was hope that the 2025 race would provide a better racing spectacle than years prior, but with team games up and down the grid, many drivers and fans alike were ultimately left disappointed. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at the five biggest winners and losers to come out of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. 

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Horse racing news: Irish Guineas win puts Field of Gold ahead of Ruling Court on Timeform ratings
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Horse racing news: Irish Guineas win puts Field of Gold ahead of Ruling Court on Timeform ratings

Field of Gold has shot to the head of Timeform's three-year-old pecking order after earning a rating of 124p (from 122p) for his emphatic victory in the Irish 2000 Guineas at the Curragh on Saturday 24 May.

He scored by three and three-quarter lengths, making him the widest-margin winner of the Irish Guineas since his own sire Kingman scored by five lengths in 2014.

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Cricket news: Brilliant Bashir helps England claim a dominant victory

Cricket news: Brilliant Bashir helps England claim a dominant victory

England dominated Zimbabwe in the one-off Test match at Trent Bridge, as they continue to prepare for the Test series against India.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Dejan Johal gives us a review of this game, as well as looking at key contributions throughout it.

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England news: Mary Earps announces retirement from international football ahead of Lionesses Euros title defence

England news: Mary Earps announces retirement from international football ahead of Lionesses Euros title defence

Mary Earps, the commanding presence between the posts for England, has announced her retirement from international football, just five weeks before the Lionesses begin their European Championship defence in Switzerland.

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Premier League news: 2024/25 season concludes - The race for Champions League football ends in dramatic finality

Premier League news: 2024/25 season concludes - The race for Champions League football ends in dramatic finality

A turbulent Premier League season concluded on Sunday May 25, with the chase for UEFA Champions League places culminating in triumph for Manchester City, Chelsea, and Newcastle.

In cruel, devastating fashion, Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest both fell prey to misfortune and perceived injustice on the final matchday to miss out on Europe’s premier competition next season after memorable seasons for both sides.

Sports News Blitz’s Aidan Leo recaps the primary talking points from the final Premier League matchday.

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