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The Singapore Tennis Open 2025 promises an exciting start to the year, featuring top-tier WTA players like Anna Kalinskaya, Emma Raducanu, and Sofia Kenin. Get your tickets now and celebrate the Lunar New Year with world-class tennis at the Kallang Tennis Hub!
Jose “Shorty” Torres eyes flyweight glory after big win at RIZIN 49
Former BRAVE CF Bantamweight Champion Jose “Shorty” Torres ended 2024 on a high note with a win at RIZIN 49. Now focused on the Flyweight division, Torres aims to become BRAVE CF’s inaugural Flyweight Champion and is eager for a potential clash with Kyoji Horiguchi.
Jeremy Pacatiw eyes third straight victory at ONE Fight Night 28
Jeremy “The Juggernaut” Pacatiw is set to return to the ONE Championship Circle on February 8 at ONE Fight Night 28 in Bangkok, Thailand. Motivated by his growing family, Pacatiw aims to secure his third consecutive win in the bantamweight division as he faces Ibrahim Dauev in a high-stakes clash.
Nkosi Ndebele’s 2025 Mission: Reclaiming the BRAVE CF Bantamweight Crown
Former BRAVE CF Bantamweight Champion Nkosi Ndebele is gearing up for a thrilling 2025 comeback. With eyes on revenge against Nicholas Hwende and a return to glory, the South African MMA star is training hard in Bali to reclaim his title.
POC eyes first Winter Olympics medal with Harbin Asian Winter Games campaign
The Philippines is sending its largest contingent yet to the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, with a 20-athlete team competing in six disciplines. The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) hopes this participation sets the stage for the country’s first-ever Winter Olympics medal in Milan-Cortina 2026.
Nicholas Hwende: The Rise of BRAVE CF’s Bantamweight Champion
Zimbabwean MMA sensation Nicholas Hwende has captured global attention as the new BRAVE Combat Federation Bantamweight Champion. Hwende’s triumph over Nkosi Ndebele at BRAVE CF 91 solidifies his position as one of Africa’s brightest MMA stars.
Preparations for FIVB Men’s World Championship 2025 enter high gear
As the countdown hits nine months, the Philippines intensifies preparations for its historic solo hosting of the FIVB Men’s World Championship 2025.
FIBA Signs Three-Year Agreement with New Global Partner 1xBet
FIBA partners with 1xBet as its exclusive Global Betting Partner through 2027, bringing innovative fan engagement, global visibility, and integrity-focused initiatives to basketball and 3×3 events worldwide.
Bacolod Tay Tung trio joins CSB Lady Blazers, eyeing NCAA glory
Bacolod Tay Tung standouts Camila Amor Bartolome, Rhea Tomas, and Joenil Anne Ramos commit to the CSB Lady Blazers, bringing their championship-winning attitude to the reigning NCAA women’s volleyball champions.
Mohammad Fakhreddine vs. Erko Jun: A Clash for BRAVE CF Middleweight Glory in 2025
The BRAVE Combat Federation is gearing up for an electrifying 2025 as Mohammad Fakhreddine eyes a Middleweight showdown with reigning Light Heavyweight champion Erko Jun. The stakes? Redemption, dominance, and a shot at history.