General Sports 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 9:56 AM ET
Boxing
The boxing landscape faces significant scheduling uncertainty as discussions continue around a potential Ryan Garcia rematch with Gervonta Davis following his loss to Haney, while the long-awaited Floyd Mayweather vs. Mike Tyson exhibition remains in limbo. Meanwhile, James Dickens' arduous journey to his world title defense against Anthony Cacace at St. Mary's Stadium included a two-day transit from Dubai to Dublin, highlighting the logistical challenges of the sport's lower weight classes. Ryan Garner has his sights set on the winner of that Saturday night super featherweight clash, positioning himself for a future opportunity.
Basketball
The Big 12 conference tournament reverted to a traditional hardwood surface at Kansas City's T-Mobile Center after players repeatedly slipped on its innovative LED glass court, a decision prompted by Texas Tech guard Christian Anderson's muscle strain during a 75-53 loss to Iowa State. In coaching news, Casey Alexander is poised to take over at Kansas State, leaving Belmont after a run of perennial 20-win seasons. On the court, No. 20 Miami (Ohio) saw its unbeaten streak end with an 87-83 loss to UMass in the MAC tournament, while Auburn coach Bruce Pearl lobbied fiercely for an NCAA bid after his team blew a double-digit second-half lead to Tennessee in the SEC quarterfinals. Tennessee also received a boost as freshman Nate Ament is expected to return from a leg injury for their SEC tournament game against Auburn.
Combat Sports (UFC & Darts)
The UFC middleweight division has a confirmed May title fight with Sean Strickland challenging Khamzat Chimaev. In the Premier League Darts final in Nottingham, Jonny Clayton overcame a gout flare-up to dominate Luke Humphries 6-1, showcasing remarkable resilience. Wales also has a record-setting flanker stepping up as Alex Mann prepares for his final Six Nations match against Italy following a stellar campaign.
Golf
LIV Golf history was made with a second consecutive hole-in-one by Graeme McDowell, a feat never before accomplished on the tour. This follows a week after his first ace, underscoring a rare moment of sustained individual brilliance in the breakaway series.
Rugby Union (Six Nations)
Ireland's path to a potential Triple Crown faces a major hurdle with lock James Ryan ruled out for the decisive match against Scotland, prompting four changes from coach Andy Farrell. Scotland, in turn, is analyzing how to beat Ireland for the first time in 12 meetings, focusing on set-piece dominance and territorial control. England's campaign has been a story of dysfunction, culminating in a final-game nightmare against France, though their tactical kicking remains a rare strength amidst widespread fan criticism. The on-pitch disagreement between Fin Smith and captain Maro Itoje was downplayed by both players as a sign of deep competitive trust rather than division. Wales, meanwhile, counts on Alex Mann's form in their finale versus Italy.
Tennis
At Indian Wells, world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced by defeating "future Grand Slam champion" Victoria Mboko, though top seed Iga Swiatek was eliminated. The tournament continues with shifting dynamics in the women's draw.
Horse Racing & Cheltenham Festival
The Cheltenham Festival saw Heart Wood win the Ryanair Chase for trainer Henry de Bromhead. However, trainer Nicky Mullins voiced strong complaints about the ground conditions after his horse Fact To File was withdrawn, threatening to skip future festivals if concerns are not addressed.
Cricket & The Hundred
The Hundred auctions generated intense interest, with London Spirit's £390,000 purchase of uncapped Sussex all-rounder James Coles setting a record. This move was based on his projected impact in the 100-ball format. Furthermore, the signing of Pakistan's Abrar Ahmed by Sunrisers Leeds allayed fears that franchises with IPL ties would ignore Pakistani players following last year's controversy.
College Sports & NCAA Tournament
The NCAA tournament picture was clarified as Bruce Pearl argued Auburn's case despite their SEC loss, while Jim Boeheim attributed former Syracuse coach Adrian Autry's dismissal to poor player performance and a lack of NIL funding, defending Autry's coaching ability. In figure skating, Olympic champion Alysa Liu was honored with a key to her hometown of Richmond, California, during a celebratory rally.
Other Sports
Miami Heat players trolled the Milwaukee Bucks online after the franchise highlighted Bam Adebayo's historic 83-point performance in a way that backfired. In swimming, Olympic gold medalist Tom Dean is focused on the 2028 Los Angeles Games after relocating to train in Stirling. For the Winter Paralympics, Hester Poole is targeting redemption in the slalom after a crash in her giant slalom debut. In NASCAR, the role of empathy in a selfish sport was examined, finding rare moments of driver compassion. Finally, prediction markets face an uncertain future amid conflicting court rulings over regulatory authority, a development with implications for sports betting.