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Who Will Win the Rugby World Cup?

Who Will Win the Rugby World Cup?

Rugby Union is gaining popularity across the globe. It’s a combination of speed, strength, skill and brute force that is hard to beat, so it’s no surprise that rugby is making an impact in new territories for the sport in North America, Africa, and Asia. All eyes in the rugby world are on Asia at the moment, as Japan is currently hosting the pinnacle of the sport, the 2019 Rugby World Cup. There …

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The Boston Red Sox Receive Pitcher Andrew Cashner From The Baltimore Orioles In Weekend Trade

The Boston Red Sox Receive Pitcher Andrew Cashner From The Baltimore Orioles In Weekend Trade

The Boston Red Sox have acquired right-hander Andrew Cashner as well as cash considerations from the Baltimore Orioles. The deal, which was announced by the Red Sox on Saturday, sees infield prospect Noelberth Romero and outfield prospect Elio Prado go the other way.

Cashner, 32, was arguably Baltimore’s top pitcher this season, having gone 9-3 with a 3.83 ERA in 17 starts. He has been leading…

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Tiger Roll Backed to Make History at 2019 Grand National 

Tiger Roll Backed to Make History at 2019 Grand National 

We might not always sure when we are seeing history unfolding before our very eyes. Consider this: When the legendary Red Rum set off in 1974 to claim his second Grand National crown, he didn’t even start the race as favourite or second favourite. Obviously now, we look back and think of the three-time winner as a once-in-a-lifetime horse, but back then the money was going on the SP favourite…

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Six Nations: A look at Each Team’s National Anthem

Six Nations: A look at Each Team’s National Anthem

On reflection, the Six Nations is arguably one of the most passionate sporting events played across the globe. 

Every February, England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France and Italy all contest for the Six Nations crown, but perhaps the most poignant feature of the tournament is the delivery of the national anthems beforehand. 

Similar to other sports but certainly not as fanatical as ruby…

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Five Horses Who Could Rebound at the Cheltenham Festival

Five Horses Who Could Rebound at the Cheltenham Festival

Form is everything in horse racing, or so we are told. It is, of course, the first thing any punter looks at when picking a runner. However, there are many instances when a major festival is the arena for rediscovering that form – a shot at redemption. The winter national hunt schedule threw up some interesting winners who will surely march on to Cheltenham as big favourites. However, there were…

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McGregor vs Khabib Will Be Box-Office Viewing

McGregor vs Khabib Will Be Box-Office Viewing

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It’s been quite a ride for Conor McGregor over the last couple of years. He climbed to the very top of MMA again, winning our respect by becoming a two-weight champion. He took part in a much-derided, money-spinning boxing venture against Floyd Mayweather. He got arrested after attacking a bus full of UFC fighters, due to a perceived ‘beef’…

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Toronto Raptors And Cleveland Cavaliers Still On Second Round Collision Course

Toronto Raptors And Cleveland Cavaliers Still On Second Round Collision Course

The Toronto Raptors and the Cleveland Cavaliers should have a date for second round of the NBA playoffs, but I’m not quite sure who’s going to ask who out. The Raptors, who had the Eastern Conference’s best record by four games and claimed home court advantage thought the conference finals, have struggled with the eighth seeded Washington Wizards. Then there’s the underachieving Cleveland…

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Is It Possible That Joseph Parker Will Beat Anthony Joshua

Is It Possible That Joseph Parker Will Beat Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua is the most talked about fighter in heavyweight boxing right now; but that does not mean he is the only contender to potentially be the next undisputed champion of the world. Joshua may be the favourite to be the first man to accomplish the feat since Lennox Lewis. But there are two others who are currently in the frame; one is WBC champion Deontay Wilder, the other is Joseph…

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What's Next For Derrick Lewis After His TKO Win Over Marcin Tybura At UFC Austin?

#UFC On TSB: What's Next For Derrick Lewis (@TheBeast_UFC) After His TKO Win Over Marcin Tybura At #UFCAustin? via @EarlTSB

On Sunday night, seventh ranked heavyweight Derrick “The Black Beast” Lewis scored his seventh win in his last eight fights over ninth ranked Marcin Tybura at UFC Fight Night 126 in Austin, TX.  In typical Lewis fashion, his monstrous power was the difference maker.  Lewis, who spent most of the fight on his back or stomach, managed to fend off the ground and pound and submissions of the quicker…

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Joshua v Parker Clash Reignites Heavyweight Division

Joshua v Parker Clash Reignites Heavyweight Division

It has been something of a slow build, perhaps going all the way back to Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko back in 2015, but heavyweight boxing seems to be at the very top of the sport once again. A series of fortuitous events, such as Fury vacating the titles, coupled with bona fide stars emerging at the top of the division has created a perfect storm for heavyweight boxing in 2018. Two big…

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Alphaline Glass and Metal TV Stand Sold by Sears Crumbles into a Million Pieces, Destroys TV and Christmas

3 years ago my brothers and I pooled our money together to buy my father a special gift for his 60th birthday.  We got him a 60″ TV and what we thought was a nice TV stand to put it on.  All was well until the Alphaline Glass and Metal TV Stand purchased at Sears crumbled into a million pieces, destroying the TV in the process. (more…)

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Gillette Presents His Big Day with OJ Howard and his Father Kareem

Thanks to Gillette, I had the pleasure of speaking with Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie Tight End OJ Howard and his very proud father Kareem.  Gillette had Kareem mic’d up for his son’s rookie debut, and then let OJ watch the game through his father’s eyes in the above video. (more…)

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Spice Adams and Kelloggs get Ready for Bears vs Packers This Weekend Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Anthony "Spice" Adams teams up with Kelloggs this week to surprise Chicago and Green Bay fans with a “sunny” start to their day, complete with a mobile game day breakfast cart and milk dispensing keg as fans set up their tailgates.

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How Boxing Has Been Influenced By the Greatest Boxing Films When it comes to the sport of boxing, many people would question its nobility. This is especially the case with today’s boxing where boxers take hype to the next level.

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Uncut & Unbiased: Naked Nutrition Naked Energy Natural Pre Workout Supplement Review

Uncut & Unbiased: Naked Nutrition Naked Energy Natural Pre Workout Supplement Review

The good people at Naked Nutrition reached out to me and asked me to give their pre-workout supplement, Naked Energy, a try.  While I work out regularly, I generally don’t use supplements of any kind.  I’ll crush a protein bar after one or two workouts a week, but that’s about it.  Regardless, I gave Naked Energy a go. QUICK REVIEW Effectiveness: A- Taste: C- Side Effects: B- Price: A- Overall: B…

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DRAFT Fantasy Football: Develop a Fun (And Perhaps Profitable) New Hobby!

DRAFT Fantasy Football: Develop a Fun (And Perhaps Profitable) New Hobby!

If you enjoy watching NFL games, you’ve probably already heard about the hobby of choosing premiere fantasy football drafts. Many sports fans appreciate the opportunity to craft a dream roster of their favorite players. Participating in this exhilarating hobby allows you to test your player-selection acumen against the decisions made by acknowledged experts in the game. (more…)

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The Best And Worst Debuts From Premier League Deadline Day Signings

The Best And Worst Debuts From Premier League Deadline Day Signings #EPL #Soccer #Futbol

It’s something which Premier League teams won’t have to deal with from next season. Many players returned from the international break to brand new clubs and took part in their first round of fixtures with their new teammates. This will all change with the new rules but we still had one more season of deadline day debuts. It was a big weekend for managers who had the first opportunity to showcase…