Timberwolves, Naz Reid beat free agency by agreeing to 3-year, $42 million deal
The Minnesota Timberwolves have kept center Naz Reid off the market by agreeing to terms on a three-year, $42 million contract that comes with a player option after two seasons
2023-06-27 01:22
Alcaraz replaces Djokovic at No. 1 ahead of Wimbledon. Swiatek stays atop the WTA
Carlos Alcaraz has replaced Novak Djokovic at No. 1 in the ATP rankings
2023-06-27 00:52
Alabama point guard Jahvon Quinerly announces plans to transfer from turmoil-filled program
Alabama point guard Jahvon Quinerly is planning to transfer for his final season
2023-06-26 23:59
In a forward-heavy NHL draft class, teams looking for defensemen have options topped by Reinbacher
In an NHL draft class dominated by skilled forwards, and led by Connor Bedard, questions arise over who and when the first defenseman will be selected when the first round is held in Nashville on Wednesday night
2023-06-26 23:56
Carl Froch criticises Tyson Fury legacy — and outlines what he needs to become ‘the best of a generation’
Former world champion Carl Froch believes that current world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury can cement his legacy with wins against Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk. The WBC champion has not fought since his tenth-round TKO victory against Derick Chisora in December 2022. Fury had been set to fight Usyk in April but that fight fell through in March after the pair were unable to agree terms. The 34-year-old claimed to send a draft contract to fellow Brit Joshua in May for a fight in September but promoter Frank Warren has since confirmed that that fight will not be happing next for Fury. For Froch, though, who became just the eighth Brit to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame earlier in June, Fury must fight have fights with both Joshua and Usyk before he retires if he wants to earn his place as the best fighter in modern heavyweight boxing. “I can’t give him a massive legacy,” Froch said, speaking to William Hill. “He’s fought Deontay Wilder three times, and he nearly got done in the first one which was a draw. He nearly got done again in the third, and it was three great fights against a guy who is not a massive heavyweight. “He’s a massive puncher but because he’s not that big and heavy, Tyson Fury can keep him out of the way, lean on him and just control the fight, so it’s quite easy for Fury to do what he does because he’s so big. “If he fights Usyk and he fights Joshua and makes mincemeat of them, then he’ll be the best of a generation.” Joshua appears to be edging closer to a summer rematch with long-time rival Dillion Whyte while Usyk is set to take on Daniel Dubois in August after Usyk’s team won a purse big to hold the fight in Poland against the 19-1 Brit who is the WBA mandatory challenger. For Fury, however, there is no clear opponent for a summer fight with Froch suggesting that the heavyweight champion still wants to fight Usyk but will need to lower his demands to ensure a financial agreement is met in the future. He added: “If Tyson Fury really wants to fight Oleksandr Usyk then why is he demanding a 70/30 split, and then when it gets agreed turning round and saying that the fight isn’t happening? His bluff was called, and he realized he couldn’t get ready in six weeks when he was trying to look like the bigger man. “I do think Tyson Fury wants to fight Usyk. He’s very confident and he’s got every reason to believe that he can beat Usyk because he’s twice the size of him and he’s a great fighter. He’s an unbelievable heavyweight.” Click here to subscribe to The Independent’s Sport YouTube channel for all the latest sports videos. Read More ‘Test plans for Champions League final at Wembley to destruction’ says FA chair Behind the scenes, laughter is turning to anger in the Fury vs Usyk saga Tyson Fury claims UFC has offered him ‘hybrid fight’ with Jon Jones Tyson Fury promises ‘imminent’ announcement of ‘big fight’ Joe Joyce on knockouts, oil painting, and teaching 60-year-olds to swim The Independent’s pound-for-pound boxing rankings
2023-06-26 23:29
Luka Modric to stay with Real Madrid for another season in the Spanish league
Real Madrid has extended Luka Modric’s contract for another season
2023-06-26 23:22
Brazil aims high at Women's World Cup despite Marta's injuries
Marta has won the world player of the year award six times but has never won the Women’s World Cup in five previous attempts with Brazil
2023-06-26 22:26
Former champion Japan is in search of "new history" at the Women's World Cup
Japan won the Women's World Cup just 12 years ago but had a disappointing second-round exit in the 2019 edition in France
2023-06-26 21:51
England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women's World Cup to European triumph
England is out for more at the Women’s World Cup a year after winning Euro 2022
2023-06-26 21:46
Women’s World Cup Guide: How to watch, schedule and betting favorites
The United States will be playing for an unprecedented three-peat at this year's Women’s World Cup
2023-06-26 21:45
All-Star Nneka Ogwumike scores 27 with 12 boards to lead LA Sparks to 93-83 win over Dallas
Nneka Ogwumike scored 27 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Sparks to a 93-83 win over the Dallas Wings
2023-06-26 21:22
FIFA says Saudi city Jeddah, home of Benzema's Al-Ittihad, will stage next Club World Cup
FIFA says the 2023 Club World Club will be played in Jeddah in Saudi Arabia
2023-06-26 20:27