Sport

With the post-Stokes transition in full swing, Joe Root faces the critical task of translating off-field stability into on-field results at Lord’s, where England seek a series victory against Pakistan.

Sports betting analyst Will Hill has released his predictions for the 2026 season opener, highlighting a high-scoring victory for USC and a defensive struggle in Dublin.

League executives have proposed eliminating all physical competitions, retaining only the player honour for 88 selected athletes.

Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka is the market favourite, but SportsLine expert Jose Onorato has identified Coco Gauff as the best value bet for the tournament commencing in New York.

Shohei Ohtani may pitch one inning before Tyler Glasnow on Sunday, a gradual approach that keeps the two-way star in the lineup while the Dodgers navigate a tight postseason timeline.

With cutdown day approaching, a final prediction suggests the Las Vegas Raiders will keep Kirk Cousins and Ashton Jeanty, while quarterback Aidan O’Connell remains a potential trade candidate.

The League One side held their Championship opponents to a goalless draw at Valley Parade before securing a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory.

The £85m signing scored and assisted on his debut, helping the club advance to face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup third round.

Aston Villa are close to finalising a deal for Nicolas Jackson, a move that is expected to trigger the departure of Ollie Watkins to Al-Hilal.

Manager Wouter Vrancken’s side have qualified for the league phase after a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory in Austria, marking a significant shift in the club’s institutional trajectory.

ESPN analysis reveals that only four American League teams hold winning records, with the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers tied for the AL West lead at 65-66.

The breakaway tour is restructuring into a leaner entity as it pursues a new investment deal to survive the post-PIF era.

The media outlet’s new resource evaluates seven major sportsbooks, highlighting specific strengths in round betting markets and user promotions for the upcoming boxing season.

The Name, Image, and Likeness market has doubled in value in two years, with Big Ten schools projected to spend an average of $48.2 million annually in 2026.

Experts remain divided on the conference race as the 2026 FBS slate begins with eight games, while Cleveland Browns coach addresses a misstatement regarding Kalen Kiffin.

Thirty-two clubs are confirmed for the UEFA Champions League league phase, with four teams yet to be determined in Wednesday's decisive ties.

The 36-year-old coach returns to his alma mater to lead the 18th-ranked Nittany Lions’ defence, bringing a track record of significant statistical improvement from his tenure at UCLA and Southern California.

Kevin Stefanski confirms the former Dolphins first-round pick will replace Michael Penix Jr. for the final preseason match at Hard Rock Stadium.

The Premier League side and the League One club were locked in a goalless draw during the second round fixture, according to live updates from Sky Sports.

The Championship side and the Premier League club were drawn level at the break in their evening fixture at Deepdale.

Aston Villa, Manchester City and Newcastle United are within reach of the 360 million euro benchmark set by Monaco in 2018-19, with the transfer window closing on 1 September.

The Anfield club has shifted its focus to Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr after two offers for Brighton’s Yankuba Minteh were rejected, with a second signing also under consideration before Tuesday’s deadline.

DraftKings Sportsbook odds suggest the Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers are the frontrunners for the American and National League No. 1 seeds, respectively, amid a highly competitive 2026 season.

The national motorsport body has finalised its 2027 schedules, moving key exhibition events and restructuring the O'Reilly and Truck Series venues.

A shift in sentiment among Division I coaches suggests that the 76-team tournament, combined with revenue-sharing and NIL, has created a "no-excuses" environment where financial investment dictates job security.

The 2026 FBS slate kicks off with eight games, while MLB data reveals a significant shift in right-handed hitting trends.

A new scouting report from Yahoo Fantasy evaluates the breakout potential and injury risks for key wide receivers, highlighting how roster changes are reshaping fantasy value ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Head coach Mike LaFleur admits the Arizona Cardinals are unsure if James Conner will be fit for Week 1, with Jeremiyah Love also sidelined and Tyler Allgeier poised to lead the backfield if necessary.

The Black Cats are exploring a loan or permanent deal for the Manchester City winger, who is in the final year of his contract, while Everton retain interest.

A four-year statistical streak that only three players have achieved in league history is within reach for Amon-Ra St. Brown, underpinned by a non-verbal on-field partnership with quarterback Jared Goff.

The Mean Green have named the fifth-year senior to lead their attack in a season opener against the defending national champions, marking the first game for new head coach Neal Brown.

A panel of experts has identified the top 100 players for the upcoming season, with Oregon, Indiana and Texas dominating the list as the sport navigates significant roster turnover.

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is ranked the best player in the country, while Oregon’s Dante Moore and Texas’s Arch Manning sit just outside the top ten in ESPN’s new preseason list.

The PGA Tour has confirmed significant structural changes to its 2027 season, removing Hawaii from the circuit and introducing a new championship in Napa to conclude the regular season.

The two major collegiate conferences have formalised new eligibility criteria, a governance shift announced alongside a review of underperforming Major League Baseball stars and changes to the Tour Championship format.

New platform features allow league administrators to customise point values for specific stat categories, including distinct settings for long field goals and defensive returns, as part of a broader digital product update.

The Magpies have secured a midfielder from Manchester City, a move supporters view as a significant reinforcement following recent squad departures.

England fast bowler Josh Tongue says the squad has heeded captain Joe Root’s address on off-field behaviour, following the removal of Brydon Carse for the second Test against Pakistan.

With the NFL regular season opener two weeks away, ESPN NFL Nation reporters have provided detailed insights on position battles, injury returns, and breakout prospects for 25 franchises.

Kyle Kirkwood’s victory at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix completes a flawless record for Honda, which has won all six street races this year and secured a dominant lead in the manufacturer’s title race.

A reported £56.5m package signals a significant shift in transfer governance, subject to final player approval and personal terms.

Liverpool’s aggressive pursuit of new wingers has placed Federico Chiesa’s status in limbo, with his potential move to Roma now contingent on Chelsea’s stance regarding Jamie Gittens.

Roker Report’s Haway The Podcast introduces a new series examining specific games, players, and anniversaries from past seasons, beginning with a retrospective on 1999.