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Last updated: March 22, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

NCAA Men's March Madness Updates

The men's NCAA tournament field is set for Sunday's slate of games, with previews focusing on potential deciding factors in matchups ranging from Purdue vs. Miami to Alabama taking on Texas Tech, as analysts release updated betting information including money lines, spreads, and BPI projections for Sunday's contests. The improbable run of the University of Texas, who advanced from the First Four to the Sweet 16 by upsetting No. 3 seed Gonzaga 74-68, continued Saturday, prompting coach Sean Miller to state that despite their journey, his squad is not to be considered a Cinderella. Meanwhile, the top seed in the Midwest Region, Michigan, secured their spot in the next round after Yaxel Lendeborg's 25-point performance powered them past Saint Louis, while Nebraska narrowly survived Vanderbilt's last-second heave, winning 74-72 when Tyler Tanner's attempt from half-court rimmed out.

NCAA Women's Tournament Action & Coaching Changes

The women's tournament saw No. 10 seed Virginia author the first major upset of the event with an 82-73 victory over No. 7 Georgia, one of the 16 first-round games that concluded Saturday, with analysts later ranking the remaining 32 teams heading into the second round. South Carolina dominated their opening contest, with Joyce Edwards tallying 27 points and eight boards in a 103-34 rout over Southern, while USC needed a crucial official review to nullify a Clemson buzzer-beater in regulation before ultimately winning 71-67 in overtime. Off the court, South Carolina baseball coach Paul Mainieri has been dismissed midway through his second season after failing to replicate the high level of success achieved during his tenure at LSU, resulting in his departure, and at North Carolina, officials are reportedly engaging in discussions with coach Hubert Davis following another disappointing first-round exit.

Snooker & Golf Dominance

In international snooker, Thai player Thepchaiya Un-Nooh delivered a stunning upset in the World Open final held in Yushan, China, compiling a maximum 147 break en route to a 10-7 victory over Ronnie O'Sullivan. Shifting to the links, Australia's Hannah Green captured her third consecutive tournament title by claiming the Australian WPGA Championship on the Gold Coast, demonstrating clear superiority in the early part of the season.

UFC London Fallout & Fighter Updates

The UFC London event concluded with several significant results and forward-looking statements, as Movsar Evloev dealt a major blow to Lerone Murphy's featherweight title aspirations by securing a majority decision victory over his counterpart, an outcome that crushed Murphy's championship hopes. Following the night's action, which also featured Mason Jones earning the fight of the night bonus after a redemption victory nearly four years after his last loss in the same venue, Paddy Pimblett announced his intention to target a return to the Octagon in July. The event also reignited the often contentious debate surrounding fighter compensation, with some career-defining undercard performances further exposing the disparity in fighter pay across the promotion.

European Rugby & Football Management Shifts

In English rugby league, Warrington Wolves moved into second place in the Super League standings after Kelepi Tanginoa scored four tries in a convincing hammering of the struggling Castleford Tigers, while the Huddersfield Giants sacked head coach Luke Robinson following an unacceptably poor start to the 2026 Super League campaign. On the football pitch, Frank Lampard expressed hope that midfielder Matt Grimes' decision not to celebrate his goal against former club Swansea City, a gesture described as "very classy," will lead the Swansea faithful to cease their ongoing abuse. Meanwhile, in the English Premiership, Exeter secured a 26-14 win over Sale at Sandy Park, which propelled them into the coveted Premiership play-off positions.

College Hoops Personnel & Player Recovery

Providence College has filled its men's basketball coaching vacancy by appointing Bryan Hodgson, who was previously leading the program at South Florida, replacing the outgoing staff. In contrast to the administrative turnover, Wisconsin Badgers defender Caroline Harvey received the prestigious Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award, recognizing her as the top player in college women's hockey for the season. Elsewhere, Kentucky forward Quaintance is utilizing Japanese manga comics as a method to pass the time and aid his mental recovery while he addresses his ongoing injury issues.

Cycling, Track & Field, & Minor League News

Tadej Pogacar clinched his first Milan-San Remo title following a dramatic final-stage battle where he successfully denied the efforts of Britain's Tom Pidcock, while Josh Kerr completed an impressive return from injury by reclaiming his world indoor 3,000m title, moving from crutches to the global podium in thrilling fashion. In international cricket, Rwanda's Fanny Utagushimaninde achieved a significant milestone by becoming the youngest woman to score a T20 international century at just 15 years and 223 days old, calling the moment a dream come true for the young batter. Finally, in the NFL, the New York Jets are absorbing approximately 16% of their available salary cap space after moving on from both Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields, resulting in the team paying a combined $48 million for the two quarterbacks not to be their starter in the 2026 season.