Paywall decision risks slowing Moses Itauma’s rise before IBF fight
Moses Itauma’s August 29 IBF heavyweight title fight will be on pay-per-view, a move critics say limits the exposure vital to his development.
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UFC Sacramento 2026: Rodrigues wins FOTN as Judice earns $100K bonus
Gregory Rodrigues defeated Anthony Hernandez by decision in UFC Sacramento’s Fight of the Night, while Carli Judice claimed a fourth straight win.
Asante Kotoko sign Cameroon attacker Solomon Nsoh Asaah permanently
Asante Kotoko have completed the permanent signing of 21-year-old Cameroonian attacker Solomon Nsoh Asaah from AS Fortuna de Mfou.
Movsar Evloev Says UFC 333 Fight Could Force His Retirement
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Ethan Strand wins Diamond League 1500m in 3:30.77 in Silesia
Ethan Strand claimed his first Diamond League 1500m victory in Silesia, beating Cole Hocker and Jakob Ingebrigtsen in 3:30.77.
FKF condemns violence after Tusker's 3-1 FKF Super Cup win
FKF has condemned violence, vandalism and journalist intimidation after Tusker beat Gor Mahia 3-1 in the FKF Super Cup at Nyayo Stadium.
Soroti SS edge Jinja SS by six runs in Sky View Schools Week
Soroti SS beat former champions Jinja SS by six runs as Masaka SS, Nyakasura and St John’s Kauga opened their campaigns with wins.
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Gregory Rodrigues defeats Anthony Hernandez 48-47 at UFC Sacramento
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Rennie expects Springboks to double down in Cape Town Test
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Cheetahs beat Boland Cavaliers 33-24 in Currie Cup round six
Cheetahs overcame a 10-7 half-time deficit to beat Boland Cavaliers 33-24 and strengthen their hold on second place in the Currie Cup.
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Strand wins Silesia 1500m in 3:30.77 as MJW takes 100m race
Ethan Strand stunned Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Cole Hocker in Silesia, while Melissa Jefferson-Wooden extended her unbeaten 100m run with a 10.78 win.
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Ethan Strand won the Diamond League 1500m in Chorzów in 3:30.77, beating Phanuel Koech, Cole Hocker and Jakob Ingebrigtsen.
Kejelcha reclaims world half-marathon record with 56:51 in Buenos Aires
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