Lasha Abramishvili has issued a direct challenge to BRAVE CF Bantamweight World Champion Borislav Nikolić, targeting a title fight on Serbian soil at BRAVE CF 104 on February 14 in Belgrade.
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Conor Gallagher is set to leave Atletico Madrid after the club allowed the English midfielder to travel to London for a medical ahead of a move to Tottenham.
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World No. 8 Mirra Andreeva defeated Marie Bouzkova 6-3, 6-1 to reach the quarterfinals of the Adelaide International, setting up a clash with the winner of Maya Joint vs. Ajla Tomljanovic.
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) makes its Pittsburgh debut on March 28 at the UPMC Events Center, featuring Johnny Eblen vs. Bryan Battle in the Main Event and Dalton Rosta vs. Impa Kasanganay in the Co-Main Event.
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Global rugby sevens icons Ruby Tui, Jerry Tuwai and Nathan Hirayama have been named official ambassadors for HSBC SVNS Singapore 2026, adding star power to a family-focused weekend at the National Stadium at The Kallang.
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Real Madrid have dismissed head coach Xabi Alonso following defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, with Alvaro Arbeloa promoted as his replacement.
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FC Barcelona are closing in on the return of Joao Cancelo after the Portuguese defender completed medical tests ahead of finalizing his move.
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Sloane Stephens ended a 13-match losing streak, while Kathinka Von Deichmann made history with her first Melbourne Park win as both advanced in the Australian Open qualifying draw.
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Jaqueline Cristian advanced to the second round of the Adelaide International after defeating world No. 11 Ekaterina Alexandrova, marking a breakthrough victory in her tournament debut.
The Professional Fighters League appointed Jason Oberlander as Chief Commercial Officer, tasking him with leading global partnerships, sponsorship strategy, and commercial expansion amid international growth.