Nathan Cleverly, Anthony Joshua, Tony Bellew, George Groves and James DeGale will all step into the Liverpool Echo Arena's boxing ring this Saturday night, Nov. 22, and they're all hoping to have world title fights in 2015, and if they have success in their bouts they might just get their wishes. But the British crowd will be split between Nathan and Tony, as the pair will face one another for the second time. Cleverly, though, despite Bellew's home advantage, is confident of winning and then becoming world champion. Cleverly explained: "I've got a dream of becoming a two-weight champion. Win this fight and that dream is alive. Both careers are on the line. We've put ourselves on a pedestal. We've talked the talk. Who can deliver now? Maybe for the loser it's time to walk away, but losing is not an option for me. I strongly dislike him. I wouldn't say I hate the guy — I don't want to waste that emotion on him. The way he talks is very disrespectful. He's got a big mouth. He's a bully boy. He's a big guy, he's got a big mouth and he tries to intimidate people. My ambition is to go to his backyard and bully the bully boy." Read More »
Damian Lillard and LeBron James have both been awarded the 'Player of the Month' NBA award, but could the Portland Trail Blazers' star replace the Cleveland Cavaliers' icon, taking over his legacy, and the empty spot he, and Dwyane Wade, are leaving in the Miami Heat team? James is committed to the Cavs, and Wade will soon set off in to retirement with his new wife Gabrielle Union, but could Lillard soon be the replacement for James in both ways? Read More »
The Dallas Cowboys are rested, and they're ready to continue their attack on the NFL. They're hoping they can win the Super Bowl, despite many believing they had no chance. Will the Cowboys hand out new contracts to star players like Tony Romo, Jason Witten and Dez Bryant if they were to do the unthinkable and lift the trophy? Some fans want Romo to leave, but others want to continue to work with him, and star player Witten believes he's the best man for the job, sharing his desire to work with Romo, and to lift a championship together. Read More »
The Cleveland Browns are one of the surprise teams of the NFL this season, and despite coming off the back of a loss this weekend, they're in a celebratory mood today. Why, you ask? Josh Gordon, who was arguably the best WR in the league last season, is back from his drugs ban, and he's ready to push his team to the finish line. Teammate Andrew Hawkins has insisted it will be a "breath of fresh air", and now Brian Hoyer and Ben Tate will have the help they need, but can this foursome take the 'Dawg Pound' all the way to the Super Bowl? Read More »
Chris Eubank Jnr is no stranger to the boxing world. Being the son of the legendary Chris Eubank, it was always likely that he would step in to the ring eventually. Roll the clock forward, and you'll see his father spurring him on as he trains, putting rounds in the bank, hoping to go and finish, and add to, the boxing legacy his father worked so hard to build. The pair both have the 'you don't have to like me, but you must respect me' kind of attitude, and although some love it, many don't. However, the Eubanks have moved to explain themselves, and they've revealed their plans to dominate the boxing world. Read More »
The Seattle Seahawks may be the defending NFL Super Bowl champions, but that doesn't mean it's all peaches and roses that surround their franchise. They're struggling this season, although they still have a chance of making the playoffs, it doesn't seem like they'll be the threat they were just one year ago. Their team are largely built around their offensive superstars Russell Wilson and Marshawn Lynch, but could one of them soon be heading out the door, to another franchise? After yet another surprise defeat, one of their stars hit out at their team, and if they weren't already thinking of trading him, they will be now. Read More »
2014 has been a big year for Floyd Mayweather Jr, but he's preparing for a 2015 that could end his career in style, make him millions of dollars, all while silencing his many critics and ending his feuds, most notably the 'Nellyville' feud. The boxing champion has been locked in a feud with 50 Cent, Nelly and Shantel Jackson, but it seems that Money Mayweather is set to put it to bed. Also, once Manny Pacquiao fights Chris Algieri this weekend, the world should learn his future pre-retirement fights. If he wins, he will fight him, but if he loses, Floyd will give king 'Amir Khan' a chance. He might be on the road to retirement, but there's much, much more to come from him yet. Read More »
Both brothers Peyton Manning and Eli Manning had nights they won't want to remember in a hurry, but could they both walk away from the NFL, or just their teams after this season? The stars have helped the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants for a long, long time, but reports have suggested that Peyton's ready to retire, while Eli is ready to seek a new team. What should the (currently) miserable Manning brothers do? Read More »
By now the entire world knows all about Novak Djokovic and his tennis ability, but not many would have believed that he could beat Roger Federer and Andy Murray on the same day, within minutes between one another. That's right, he won the ATP World Tour final against Federer, and he then treated the fans to an exhibition game against the hometown hotshot Murray. You're probably wondering why and how he took on the duo, right? Read on and all will be explained. Read More »
The Cleveland Browns have battled the Brian Hoyer and Johnny Manziel saga for too long, and it seems that they're about ready to make up their minds for good. Hoyer can teat the free agent market in 2015 unless he signs a new contract. But it's believed there are concerns, as he wants big money Mike Pettine and Co. aren't prepared to pay, meaning Manziel will finally get the starting QB job. Rumours emerged yesterday, Nov. 16, that their opponents the Houston Texans and their OC Bill O'Brien, could try and tempt Hoyer to sign with them. The Browns are slowly making their minds up, but it's likely they will see how Josh Gordon performs with Hoyer upon his return next week. Read More »
Jan Vertonghen and Neil Taylor may just be the defenders that play for Belgium and Wales, but before their clash, they both had their say on elite superstars Gareth Bale and Eden Hazard. With the pair facing off in their Euro qualifier, one can wonder, who came out on top, and which player is the better one overall? Both attacking talents were on display in this match-up, but ironically, despite talking of the attacking talent, it was both Jan and Neil's part of the pitch that had their say on the game. Read More »
Lionel Messi has now been at Barcelona for 11 years, but could he be set for a sensational switch to the Premier League? The Argentinian star has done all there is to do in La Liga, and in a effort to top Cristiano Ronaldo, it's believed that he wants to prove himself in both of, what many consider, the best football leagues in the world. Only Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United could afford him, but which team will he opt to join, and could the deal take place as soon as this January or this summer? Read More »
For many years Jay Cutler has brought a severe debate around the Chicago Bears' fans. Their QB, on the odd occasion, can remind you of an elite QB like Peyton Manning. However, more often that not he delivers performances that NFL rejects like Tim Tebow were crucified for. So, the question is, despite his new mega-money contract, can the Bears get rid of their inconsistent leader, and do they want to? Read More »