NBA news: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shines as Oklahoma City Thunder beat Indiana Pacers in Game 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a commanding performance in Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals, defeating the Indiana Pacers 123-107 to even up the series at 1-1.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce reflects on all the drama from an action-packed second clash.
Live Betting on the PGA Tour: How to Spot Value Mid-Round in 2025 Tournaments
Golf betting has evolved far beyond picking a tournament winner before the first tee.
In 2025, live betting is playing a bigger role than ever. Bettors now have access to updated markets on a hole-by-hole basis, creating real-time opportunities to act on momentum shifts and player performance.
With the PGA Tour offering nonstop action each week, understanding how to spot value mid-round is becoming a must for golf bettors looking to stay ahead.
League One news: Optimism at Reading FC as Rob Couhig buys out unpopular Dai Yongge
For several years now, being a fan of Berkshire-based Reading Football Club has been an arduous ordeal as a 150-year-old institution, once the symbol of responsible football governance, was driven to the brink of extinction by owner Dai Yongge.
Now, with Rob Couhig’s takeover officially completed, Film News Blitz and Sports News Blitz writer David Bason surveys the scene at the Madejski Stadium and counts himself bloody delighted to be a Reading fan once again.
Grass-court season begins with value in Ugo Humbert and Ben Shelton after Roland Garros epic
After witnessing arguably the greatest-ever Grand Slam final on Sunday, June 8, there is a slightly more sedate pace to the ATP Tour this week as the action moves to the grass courts with a couple of ATP 250 events.
The Libema Open, on the outskirts of the city of 's-Hertogenbosch, is always a decent watch.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will be resting and refuelling after their titanic battle that lasted for five hours and 29 minutes at Roland Garros, but there are still some big names in action in Europe this week.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Bookie Basher breaks down the key contenders and value picks at both the Libema Open and the Boss Open as the grass-court season gets underway.
Club World Cup news: Meet the South American representatives
Following our trip to the North American clubs, we move slowly down the continent towards the major clubs taking the field from both Argentina and Brazil.
Brazil is the original home of the Club World Cup with the tournament’s inaugural campaign being hosted in the country in 2000.
Corinthians of Brazil were the last team to dethrone European opposition in the CWC following a 1-0 win over Chelsea in 2012.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley explores the South American representatives and outlines the possible surprises that these historic clubs could pose to their European opponents.
Club World Cup news: Meet the North American representatives
In the next installment of the Club World Cup introductory series we take a trip to North America for our American and Mexican competitors.
12 stadiums from 11 different US cities will host the tournament and see teams from six confederations competing.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley breaks down the qualified North American outfits competing and outlines the surprises that could occur via the MLS or Liga MX sides.
Soccer Aid 2025 news: Wayne Rooney to lead England XI vs star-studded World XI
On a summer evening at Old Trafford, where so many footballing dreams have taken flight, another kind of magic will unfold as Sunday, 15 June 2025, sees the Theatre of Dreams host not just a football match but a global movement – Soccer Aid for UNICEF.
Here, Sports News Blitz takes a closer look at the event which puts legends, icons, and celebrities on the same pitch and lets the drama unfold in a light-hearted fashion.
Euro 2025 news: Lionesses return in England’s bold defence of crown in Switzerland
In the summer of 2022, a nation stood still and Wembley roared as England’s Lionesses, led by the masterful Sarina Wiegman, lifted the UEFA Women’s Euro trophy for the first time in history.
Three years later, the echoes of that triumph reverberate as the reigning champions return – older, wiser, and with fresh fire – for Euro 2025 in Switzerland.
Ice hockey news: What do players do during the off-season?
The ice hockey season has just finished, meaning players finally get the chance to take a break and have some fun, but what do they actually do during their downtime?
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman explains what happens during the off-season and takes a look at how players enjoy their freedom from the sport.
Cricket news: England vs India – Three Lions’ predicted XI for first Test at Headingley
England have announced their 14-man squad for the much-anticipated first Test against India at Headingley.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Bilal Patel takes a look at the players and predicts the starting XI for Leeds.
Cricket news: England men’s fixtures for 2025 vs West Indies, India, Australia and more
The England men’s cricket team is set for a blockbuster year, with an exciting five-Test home series against India and the much-anticipated Ashes in Australia the undisputed highlights.
In addition, the Three Lions will play host to West Indies and South Africa for a couple of white-ball series as well as travel across the pond to Ireland for three T20 matches.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Michael Davey gives a handy rundown on the Three Lions’ fixtures for 2025.
England’s 2025 Euro squad: Can the Lionesses retain their crown?
Sarina Wiegman’s 23-player squad to defend England's Euro crown has been finalised. With the tournament kicking off in just under a month, it’s time to evaluate not just who’s there - but how they might perform in Switzerland.
Horse racing news: Epsom Derby – Ryan Moore expecting Delacroix to run a big race in Surrey
World Pool will return for all eight races on Epsom’s Derby Stakes Day as well as being in operation for four races from Greyville’s Gold Challenge Day in South Africa on Saturday 7 June.
Last year’s G1 Derby Stakes was won emphatically by the Aidan O’Brien–trained City Of Troy under a vintage ride from World Pool ambassador Ryan Moore, who partners Delacroix this time around.
Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari struggles: A season of setbacks, frustration, and flickers of hope
The 2025 Formula 1 season is nearing the halfway mark, and still, the fairytale that was supposed to be Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s story shows little signs of a happy ending.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on the seven-time world champions season so far as he navigates being a part of the Scuderia.
NBA Finals 2025 betting tips: Lightning-quick Pacers to silence Thunder in Game 1
The NBA Finals tip off on Thursday night, and few matchups in recent memory have offered such a contrast in styles or such a compelling betting angle.
Indiana’s lightning-fast, high-octane offence meets the lockdown discipline of Oklahoma City’s top-ranked defence in what promises to be a collision of extremes.
While the Thunder enter as the heavy favourites, opening as short as -800 (1/8) to win the series, early movement in the markets suggests that bettors are giving the Pacers a serious look.
Can the Eastern Conference’s surprise package cause a major upset in Game 1 of the NBA Finals? Sports News Blitz’s NBA expert George Dempsey discusses.
NBA news: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers – Schedule, key battles & suggested bets
The NBA Finals are here, and we’re getting a fresh champion – after powering through opposite ends of the play-off bracket, it’s Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer George Dempsey breaks down the schedule, takes a look at five key battles, and offers up some tasty bets.
NBA news: All-Star Game gets global makeover with USA vs. World 2026 format
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has unveiled a bold new direction for the All-Star Game going forward.
In a sweeping change aimed at reigniting excitement around the NBA All-Star Game, Commissioner Adam Silver has announced that the 2026 edition will adopt a ‘Team USA vs. Team World’ format.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo discusses the fresh and vibrant outlook for the NBA going forward.
Epsom Derby news: Ryan Moore opts for lowest rated of Oaks trio
Thursday 5th June 2025 - Timeform ratings show that Ryan Moore has plumped for potential rather than form in the book in Friday's Betfred Oaks at Epsom.
Chelsea captain Millie Bright withdraws ahead of Euro 2025 squad selection
Millie Bright, a central figure in the Lionesses' defence, has officially withdrawn from the national team ahead of the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament.
Coming off of a successful club campaign where she captained Chelsea to a domestic treble, the 31-year-old defender cited physical and mental exhaustion as the primary reasons for her decision, emphasising her current inability to perform at the highest level required for international competition.
2025 Club World Cup news: Meet the African representatives
Four African club sides will take the field in the US as competitors in the Club World Cup with plenty of belief for causing an upset or two.
All sides from the continent will pocket a minimum of $9.55 million in prize money with extra on offer dependent on performance on the pitch.
Four separate nations are represented from CAF and all will be vying for a strong performance to boost the profile of African club football to a global scale.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Samuel Leasley introduces the four competing sides and analyses the possible wild card results they could accomplish.