MMA news: Diego Lopes to beat Alexander Volkanovski for featherweight title at UFC 314
UFC 314 is set to take place in Miami on Saturday and promises to be the biggest card of 2025 so far, with three incredible match-ups sure to excite.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews all the action and predicts the winners.
Championship news: Chaotic Yorkshire Derby win sends Leeds Utd top of the league
Anything other than a win over Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium on Tuesday would have been a catastrophic blow to Leeds United’s automatic promotion push.
However, a scrappy goal from Dan James in the second minute was enough to separate the sides and ensure the three points headed to West Yorkshire.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on a big night in the Championship for the new league leaders.
MMA news: ‘I don’t see where he can beat me’ Paddy Pimblett talks UFC 314 fight against Michael Chandler
Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down Paddy Pimblett’s bold claims ahead of the toughest test of his UFC career.
With a co-main event slot coming up, Pimblett looks to shake off the "prospect" label and cement himself as a top-tier lightweight by taking out former title challenger Michael Chandler.
Championship news: Leeds Utd drop to third after dismal draw at Luton Town
After dropping yet more points in the Championship, this time away to Luton Town, Leeds United have fallen out of the automatic promotion places for the first time since December.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reviews the latest disastrous performance from Daniel Farke’s men.
MMA news: Lerone Murphy to overcome Josh Emmett and stay unbeaten at UFC Vegas 105
After Fight Night events in the UK and Mexico, UFC action returns to Las Vegas with a clash between two top-10 featherweights as undefeated Brit Lerone Murphy (15-0-1) takes on renowned power puncher Josh Emmett (19-4).
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews the bout and offers a prediction.
MMA news: Conor McGregor’s potential UFC return met with ridicule
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor teased his return to the UFC during a post-fight press conference at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship last week.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on the story.
Championship news: Leeds Utd capitulate at home to Swansea City to surrender top spot
Leeds United dropped more valuable points in the Championship promotion race thanks to a disappointing 2-2 draw with Swansea City at Elland Road on Saturday.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on another underwhelming showing from the struggling Whites.
MMA news: Brandon Moreno to mark homecoming with a win over Steve Erceg
The fight between two-time UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and former title challenger Steve Erceg headlines this weekend’s UFC Fight Night in Mexico as current champion Alexandre Pantoja awaits a contender.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher previews the bout and predicts a winner.
MMA news: ‘I just knew I was going to break him!’ Sean Brady recaps his dominant win over Leon Edwards
Sean Brady has shaken up the welterweight division with his victory over Leon Edwards at UFC London.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down the dominant performance that has put Brady on the fast track to UFC stardom.
Leeds Utd news: Daniel Farke’s dilemma – Should Junior Firpo stay or go?
From looking like one of the worst signings in the club’s recent history to earning cult hero status, Junior Firpo’s journey at Leeds United has been nothing short of remarkable.
Now, with players such as Jayden Bogle making a long-term case for his position, it is do or die for the Dominican and a tough decision on his future at the club awaits.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher weighs up the pros and cons of keeping Firpo at Leeds.
MMA news: Leon Edwards to get back on track with a win over Sean Brady
The UFC returns to London this Saturday as former welterweight champion Leon Edwards looks to bounce back with a victory against Sean Brady.
A win for either fighter would put them on the cusp of a title shot, with Edwards currently ranked No. 1 in the division and Brady sitting at No. 5.
MMA news: Leon Edwards talks loss to Belal Muhammad and previews UFC London matchup
Leon Edwards returns to action this Saturday for the first time since losing his UFC Welterweight title against Belal Muhammad at UFC 304.
The former champion will take on the number 5 ranked contender, Sean Brady, as the Brit hopes to get another shot at the title with a win.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher previews the fight.
MMA news: Marvin Vettori to mark his return with another win over Roman Dolidze
Marvin Vettori is set to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon at UFC Fight Night 254, where he faces a familiar foe in Roman Dolidze.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA writer Niall Togher breaks down how Vettori can replicate his 2023 victory and prove he’s still a top contender in the middleweight division.
MMA news: Rafael Fiziev teases weight-class change following UFC 313 defeat
As Sports News Blitz continues to bring you the latest in the MMA, Niall Togher reports on Rafael Fiziev’s future after a tough night at UFC 313.
Following his third straight loss, the Azerbaijani lightweight is now weighing his options - including a potential shift to a new division.
Leeds Utd analysis: Impressive win over Millwall settles the nerves; QPR thoughts
Championship leaders Leeds United established a four-point lead over third-placed Burnley after a 2-0 win over Millwall at Elland Road on Wednesday night.
Daniel Farke’s high-flying Whites slumped to a shock defeat away to Portsmouth last weekend, so needed a response in midweek.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher gives his analysis of the win over the Lions.
MMA news: Alex Pereira challenges Magomed Ankalaev to a $200k bet ahead of UFC 313 clash
The stakes couldn’t be higher as Alex Pereira prepares to defend his UFC light heavyweight title against Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313.
With the Brazilian star facing what many believe to be his toughest test yet, the outcome could have major implications for the division - and beyond.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down the key storylines ahead of this highly anticipated clash.
UFC news: Tom Aspinall provides update on potential fight with Jon Jones
The biggest fight in MMA today is yet to be finalised, leaving fans to sweat on a potential bout between Interim UFC Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and Undisputed UFC Heavyweight champion Jon Jones.
Sports News Blitz MMA writer Niall Togher reports on the story.
MMA news: Sean Brady talks short-notice main event against Leon Edwards
Sean Brady is stepping up on short notice to headline UFC London against former welterweight champion Leon Edwards after Jack Della Maddalena was pulled from the card.
Here, Sports News Blitz MMA expert Niall Togher breaks down the unexpected matchup and what it means for the division.
MMA analysis: Has Henry Cejudo’s return tarnished his legacy?
Since returning from retirement and going 0-3 in his last three fights, former two-weight world champion Henry Cejudo may have compromised his lasting legacy, particularly at bantamweight.
Sports News Blitz’s MMA writer Niall Togher debates the issue…
MMA news: Dana White shuts down Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo rematch talk
The main event of UFC Fight Night 252 between Song Yadong and Henry Cejudo was clouded by controversy following Yadong’s technical decision victory after only three of the five scheduled rounds were completed.
The action was cut short by an accidental eye poke that rendered the former two-weight world champion Cejudo with limited vision in his left eye, writes Sports News Blitz’s MMA expert Niall Togher.