The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control says boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who died in Accra, Ghana on Saturday, was not granted approval for the fatal bout after his initial fight scheduled for Friday was cancelled after being adjudged overweight. The 40-year-old former National and West African light-heavyweight champion lost consciousness during his bout against Ghanaian
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the selection of participants for the first batch of the CAF B-License Coaching Course, scheduled to run from April to August 2025. According to NFF Technical Director, Coach Augustine Eguavoen, the selected coaches have been contacted and advised to check their emails for time-sensitive information. The four-month course,
Nigeria’s male U-19 cricket team, the Junior Yellow Greens, suffered their second consecutive defeat in the ongoing 2026 ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup qualifiers in Lagos, losing to Tanzania by 122 runs on Sunday. The Tanzanians, led by captain Laksh Bakrania’s 44 runs off 79 balls, posted 154 runs for the loss of 10 wickets
Anthony Joshua’s potential fight against Jake Paul has been met with skepticism by talkSPORT boxing pundits Spencer Oliver and Gareth A Davies. The pair believe that a fight against Paul would be ill-timed for Joshua, who has been out of action since his defeat to Daniel Dubois last September. Paul recently criticized Joshua’s skills and
The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has confirmed the dates for the 2025 U-12 National Hopes Week, scheduled to take place from April 2 to 8 at the Training Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos. The National Hopes Week aims to identify and nurture young table tennis talents from across the country. The best
The boxing community is in mourning following the sudden death of Nigerian boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who collapsed during a match in Ghana on Saturday. Olanrewaju, a former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, was facing Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena when
Arsenal have confirmed the appointment of Andrea Berta as their new sporting director. The 53-year-old Italian joins the Gunners after a successful stint at Atletico Madrid, where he played a key role in shaping the team into title winners. Berta’s reputation as one of the shrewdest sporting directors in European football precedes him, with a
World champion Mikaela Mayer successfully defended her WBO welterweight title against British challenger Sandy Ryan, winning by unanimous decision in Las Vegas. Mayer, 34, dominated the middle rounds with her high punch output, shot selection, and body work, ultimately securing the win with scores of 97-93, 97-93, and 98-92. The American’s victory marked her second
Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman has formally requested to leave Atalanta at the end of the season, sparking interest from top Premier League clubs. According to reports, Lookman has submitted a transfer request to the Bergamo club, with Newcastle, Manchester United, and Juventus emerging as potential suitors. The 27-year-old forward is keen on a return
Nigerian athlete Prestina Ochonogor made a stunning outdoor NCAA debut for Tarleton State, securing second place in the women’s long jump at the prestigious Texas Relays. Ochonogor leaped an impressive 6.48m (nwi) on her second attempt, finishing just one centimeter behind event winner American Jasmine Akins. New School Record and International Recognition With this result,
