December 12th, 2021
Nunes suffers shock defeat to underdog Pena at UFC 269
Julianna Pena pulled off one of the biggest upsets in MMA history to score a second-round submission win over Amanda Nunes and win the UFC bantamweight title at UFC 269 on Saturday.
Pride of Northern Ireland – how captain Callaghan is inspiring a generation
Marissa Callaghan can’t remember having any sporting role models while she was growing up in west Belfast.
Decision time again for England ahead of pink-ball Test
England’s decision to bat first and omit their two most prolific Test bowlers of all time were always going to be hotly debated – but, if we are honest, not the reasons they lost the Ashes opener.
Steven Gerrard: ‘Liverpool fans pay homage but legend uninterested in sentimental return’
Phil McNulty observes Steven Gerrard on his return to Anfield and sees a man focused on his role at Aston Villa.
Manchester United: Victor Lindelof breathing trouble ‘difficult to see’ – David de Gea
David de Gea speaks of his fears after Manchester United team-mate Victor Lindelof leaves the pitch with breathing difficulties during Saturday’s win over Norwich.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Nikita Mazepin tests positive for Covid
Haas driver Nikita Mazepin tests positive for Covid-19 but will not have a “wider impact” on the title-deciding Abu Dhabi GP, says Formula 1.
UFC 269: Julianna Pena shocks Amanda Nunes, Charles Oliveira retains lightweight title
Julianna Pena upsets Amanda Nunes, while Charles Oliveira defends his lightweight title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 269.
The Ashes: Why Cameron Green’s bowling at the Gabba thrilled Australia and should worry England
Why Australia may have finally found the answer to their long-term search for a fast-bowling all-rounder in Cameron Green.