By Joseph Plunkett Sports are all about the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. It's about David and Goliath, overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles and experiencing the excitement of incredible athletic achievement. It's about the adrenaline rush, the white-knuckle-moments that are remembered forever. Sports about all about an amazing experience. … [Read more...] about Five Really Exciting Sports that Are Big Business
The Fight Games
A Brief History Of Boxing
By Patrick Pierce There is simply no denying that boxing still remains one of the most exciting sports today. And, a lot of this has to do with its rich history. Yes, kickboxing and mixed martial arts have moved into the spotlight as of late, but there is no denying that there are still plenty of hardcore boxing fans that are dedicated to the sweet science that is boxing. If … [Read more...] about A Brief History Of Boxing
Anthony Joshua’s criticism of Fury’s next opponent is laughable
It seems that ever since Andy Ruiz Jr beat Anthony Joshua in a shock upset at Madison Square Garden, the 29-year-old Englishman has become a lot more outspoken. Before being knocked to the canvas repeatedly and subsequently stripped of his heavyweight belts during a disastrous showing in New York, Joshua was regarded as a phenomenon in the world of boxing as the Watford-born … [Read more...] about Anthony Joshua’s criticism of Fury’s next opponent is laughable
The Latest Sporting Events You Should Be Betting On
Are you the type of individual who absolutely loves taking a risk? If you’ve answered yes to this question, there is a really good chance that you love betting on sports. After all, this can give you a big adrenaline thrill. The only problem is that there is a risk involved. Nevertheless, you’re having a good time and there is a real possibility that you’re going to be making … [Read more...] about The Latest Sporting Events You Should Be Betting On
Paul Pogba Joins United in Dubai, Team Trains in View of Anthony Joshua
For most of us, it would be really nice to be in Dubai right now. That's where Manchester United is currently training- a place with clear skies and a temperature of 71 degrees at press time. For most of United's fan base that forecast sounds absolutely heavenly right now. United are back in the Middle East to train again, and today injured midfielder Paul Pogba flew out to … [Read more...] about Paul Pogba Joins United in Dubai, Team Trains in View of Anthony Joshua
How Notre Dame Became the “Fighting Irish,” 1924 Beatdown of the KKK Largely Contributed
In just 12 days time, the #3 Notre Dame Fighting Irish will play in the Cotton Bowl, one of this season's two national semifinal contests, against the #2 Clemson Tigers. If the Fighting Irish, double digit underdogs, manage to pull off the massive upset they will play the winner of Alabama-Oklahoma for the national title. It's a historic moment for Notre Dame, their first … [Read more...] about How Notre Dame Became the “Fighting Irish,” 1924 Beatdown of the KKK Largely Contributed
Will Conor McGregor’s Injury Hold Him Back Against Khabib Nurmagomedov?
By Peter Dunn It’s one of the biggest fights in the recent years of the UFC, and it all started with a feisty Irishman throwing a trolley through a bus window. Now, Conor McGregor has one of the toughest opponents in the game in his sights, the defending lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, but appears to have suffered an injury setback. At the UFC 229 press conference, … [Read more...] about Will Conor McGregor’s Injury Hold Him Back Against Khabib Nurmagomedov?
How Fighters Perform Weight Cutting Ahead of the Bout
By K.C. Dunn For some mixed martial artists, weight cutting is an integral part of life, helping them to reach their target weight for an upcoming fight, but what exactly is involved in weight cutting and why do fighters do it? Weight cutting is a practice fighters use to lose weight rapidly before a fight, in order to meet the weight limit for their scheduled bout. There are … [Read more...] about How Fighters Perform Weight Cutting Ahead of the Bout
What makes Vasyl Lomachenko the most talented boxer in the sport?
By Jason Verduzco Tenth round. Sweat pouring down his face. Right eye swollen and puffy as the lights of the arena grew more glaringly unbearable with every blow. Jorge Linares crumpled to the floor, bested. His resolve had finally been broken and his opponent, Vasyl Lomachenko, did his victory lap around the ring, standing aloft upon the ropes with his fist in the air. … [Read more...] about What makes Vasyl Lomachenko the most talented boxer in the sport?
Jurgen Klopp Compares Liverpool to Rocky, Manchester City to Ivan Drago
There are many fans of the Rocky movie franchise who believe that part IV was the best film in the series, as it most easily lends itself to the classic David vs. Goliath motif. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is only the latest sports figure to reference the classic tale from 1987 of the American Rocky Balboa (portrayed by Sylvester Stallone) upsetting the heavily favored … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Compares Liverpool to Rocky, Manchester City to Ivan Drago