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Last updated: June 28, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Boxing & MMA

Jaron "Boots" Ennis is on the cusp of becoming undisputed welterweight champion after earning his titles and valuable experience, with Vergil Ortiz Jr. emerging as a potential next opponent looks to become undisputed. Ennis's journey is being analyzed by former champions and analysts break down Ennis fight. Meanwhile, the boxing world is abuzz with Jake Paul's promise to deliver on a bet for Ellie Scotney, who made history as the youngest undisputed champion from the UK delivers on promise. In a separate bout, Great Britain's Ben Whittaker impressed in his American debut with a second-round victory in Brooklyn impressive win on debut.

Cricket

England captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket during the ongoing third Test against New Zealand announces retirement. Day 3 highlights from that Test match between England and New Zealand were made available today Test. In the T20 World Cup, South Africa managed a stuttering victory over Bangladesh at Lord's, applying pressure to India in the race for the semi-finals beat Bangladesh apply pressure. England's women's team is heading into their World Cup semi-final with unprecedented confidence, according to coach Charlotte Edwards race into semis.

Basketball

The WNBA season saw Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts publicly criticize the league and defend his star player, Alyssa Thomas, following her suspension for a play involving Caitlin Clark Tibbetts rips WNBA. In Hall of Fame news, Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with coach Cheryl Reeve, were enshrined in the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame enter women's HOF. to the 2026 offseason, all 30 NBA teams still have significant work to do to improve their rosters how teams can ace. Analysis of NBA franchises reveals which front offices have the most financial power and which are nearing the second apron franchises that will dominate. The recent NBA draft also prompted discussion on the best value picks and the surprising lack of trades in the first round answering draft questions. Discussions surrounding a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade have been extensive, with the ripple effects of his 13-year tenure ending expected to be enormous behind the Giannis trade.

Motorsport

Japan's Ai Ogura secured his maiden Moto GP victory after Marco Bezzecchi crashed and was taken to the hospital wins maiden MotoGP race. In the World Rally Championship, Irish driver Josh McErlean achieved his best career finish in fourth place at Rally Greece, where Sebastien Ogier took the win best WRC finish.

Tennis

The ATP Tour saw Zizou Bergs claim his first title in Eastbourne, becoming the first Belgian man to win a grass-court tournament wins maiden ATP Tour. Madison Keys also secured her third Eastbourne title, defeating Tatjana Maria, while Naomi Osaka was forced to retire due to injury in Germany wins Eastbourne title again. Wimbledon is set to commence, with Jannik Sinner aiming to defend his title and Novak Djokovic looking to set new records how follow Wimbledon. The Williams sisters, Serena and Venus, are set to team up for doubles at Wimbledon, a tournament they have won six times together Venus 'can't wait'. Serena Williams' return is a major talking point in the Wimbledon preview Serena is back.

Soccer & Rugby

Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz voiced strong disapproval of the World Cup's expansion to 48 teams, warning it risks making the competition "vulgar" and "ordinary" fears 48-team WC 'vulgar'. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been extensively traveling between World Cup host nations on his private jet FIFA president clocks up miles. The field has narrowed to 32 teams, with analysis offered on which nations have a chance to win the tournament why every remaining team can go all the way. The knockout stage permutations are being closely watched to see which teams can qualify early and whose World Cup dreams are ending who's in, out?. In domestic rugby, St Helens moved to fourth in Super League after a strong second-half performance against Bradford Bulls St Helens go fourth. Wigan Warriors also climbed to third in the Super League standings after a comeback victory over Hull FC Wigan fight back. Wales is preparing to reduce its squad for the Nations Championship, with selections expected early next week Wales to reduce squad. The Welsh women's team ended a nine-game losing streak with a victory over a Barbarians side featuring star players, with Amy Williams scoring two tries on her debut women end losing streak. Rugby great George North concluded his illustrious 16-year career with a standout performance in his farewell match Wales great signs off.

Other Sports

In baseball, fantasy analysis is being provided on recent news, including the Chicago Cubs' starting pitcher Ryan Rolison Ryan Rolison gets start. The early decisions made by teams on the No. 1 pick in a recent draft are being scrutinized high school catcher over. WWE saw Sami Zayn win the Undisputed Championship, setting the stage for potential storylines leading into Summer Slam Zayn wins big. Golfers are competing at the Travelers Championship, where Viktor Hovland took a one-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler on the final day Hovland leaps Scheffler atop. The All-Ireland SFC quarter-final saw defending champions Kerry narrowly defeat Tyrone after a tense match, advancing to the semi-finals Kerry break Tyrone hearts. Tyrone midfielder Conn Kilpatrick expressed that the loss will be difficult to overcome loss 'will take while'. Alabama's 2027 recruiting class received a boost with the commitment of four-star receiver Osani Gayles wideout Gayles chooses Crimson. England's right-back situation is a cause for concern for manager Thomas Tuchel, with Jarell Quansah becoming the latest injury in that position Tuchel worried about right-back.