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George Foreman dies at 76: Heavyweight boxing legend, famous entrepreneur leaves 'big' legacy
Foreman won two heavyweight championships, fought Muhammad Ali in the 'Rumble in the Jungle' and captured gold in the 1968 OlympicsCBS Sports - 4d -
George Foreman death: Heavyweight boxing legend and grill namesake dies aged 76
He leaves behind a towering legacy in sport, business, and popular culture – a true heavyweight in every senseYahoo Sports - 3d -
Paul Craig returns to light heavyweight at UFC Fight Night event in May
Paul Craig is back to his original weight class. Craig (17-9-1 MMA, 9-9-1 UFC) meets Rodolfo Bellato(12-2-1 MMA, 1-0-1 UFC) in a light heavyweight bout at a UFC Fight Night event, which takes place ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Tyson Fury and Wayne Rooney to lead England squad at Soccer Aid 2025
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury and ex-Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney will coach an England squad made up of athletes and celebrities for Soccer Aid 2025 at Old TraffordABC News - Mar. 11 -
Fury, Rooney to manage England Soccer Aid side
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury and ex-Manchester United and England forward Wayne Rooney will join forces to co-manage the England Soccer Aid side at Old Trafford in June.ESPN - Mar. 11 -
Jon Jones signs with Dirty Boxing Championship as upstart promotion's co-owner
Jon Jones is now co-owner of Dirty Boxing Championship. The UFC heavyweight champion has signed a deal to co-own the striking fight promotion founded by BKFC star and former UFC fighter Mike Perry ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Boxing legend George Foreman has died
Former heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman, known as much for his gregarious personality as his vicious right hook, died Friday. He was 76 years old, ABC News reported.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Rumble in the Jungle 50 years on with George Foreman: ‘I was truly devastated to lose’
“The Rumble in the Jungle”, pitting heavyweight champion George Foreman against Muhammad Ali on October 30, 1974 remains arguably the most watched and discussed boxing event of all time.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
George Foreman: a charmer who left his mark in the dirt and dust of the fight game
Former heavyweight champion was always more complex and interesting than his contrasting personae suggested. Boxing seems a smaller and darker world now. George Foreman has gone and, with his ...The Guardian - 3d -
Watch Wyatt Hendrickson deliver 'biggest upset' in NCAA wrestling history for OSU Cowboys
Oklahoma State heavyweight wrestler Wyatt Hendrickson pulled off the unthinkable — rallying with a late takedown to beat 2021 Olympic champion Gable Steveson, 5-4, to close out the 2025 NCAA ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
The George Foreman I knew was generous, kind and determined to set an example
The great heavyweight champion took his religion seriously and became lifelong friends with Muhammad Ali. George Foreman died on Friday at the much‑too‑young age of 76. His aura of strength was ...The Guardian - 2d -
UFC legend Cain Velasquez sentenced to 5 years in prison for 2022 shooting
Former two-time UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez was sentenced to five years in prison for the attempted shooting of the man accused of molesting Velasquez's then 4-year-old son.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
'This is awful': UFC fighters react to Cain Velasquez's prison sentence in attempted murder case
As has been the case since the situation occurred in 2022, the MMA community largely has thrown its support behind former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez during a difficult moment. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Looking back at the legendary 1986 Boston Celtics
The 1985-86 Boston Celtics are widely seen as one of -- if not THE -- best ball clubs to ever step on to the basketball court, and for good reason.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 3d -
Brendan Schaub: 'The UFC's in some trouble' after Alex Pereira lost light heavyweight title
Brendan Schaub thinks Alex Pereira losing his title is a problem for the UFC. Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) lost his light heavyweight title to Magomed Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) by unanimous ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
UFC London: Jan Blachowicz's 'perfect scenario' includes rematching Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira
Jan Blachowicz hopes he can disrupt the UFC's plans of a rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira. Ankalaev (21-1-1 MMA, 12-1-1 UFC) defeated Pereira (12-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) by unanimous ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree: Odds and what to know ahead of UFC Kansas City main event
Former title challengers Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree will throw down in a pivotal light heavyweight clash. Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree preview Former champion Hill (12-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC) ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Carlos Ulberg thinks beating Jan Blachowicz at UFC Fight Night 255 would merit title shot
LONDON – Carlos Ulberg expects to emerge as No. 1 contender with a win at UFC Fight Night 255. Ulberg (12-1 MMA, 7-1 UFC) faces former UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz (29-10-1 MMA, ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Michael Bisping sympathizes with Tom Aspinall, tells UFC champ Jon Jones to 'hurry up or retire'
Michael Bisping thinks UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones needs to make a decision about his fighting future. After finishing Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 this past November, Jones (27-1 MMA, 21-1 UFC) ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Notre Dame hockey coach Jeff Jackson brings legendary career to end
Irish hockey fans will have to get used to not seeing a legend standing behind the bench from now on.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
The Madness of March Won’t Be the Same Without the Legendary Greg Gumbel
For more than 25 years, Gumbel provided calm in the most chaotic stretch of the sports calendar.The New York Times - Mar. 17 -
Legendary boxer George Foreman has died. He was 76
His family announced the news on his Instagram page on Friday night.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
New Orleans Saints' legendary 2017 draft class is still going strong
The New Orleans Saints' 2017 NFL draft class was absolutely outstanding, and one undersung pick just signed a new one-year deal for the 2025 season.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How a Hawaii newspaper cartoonist predicted Rick Pitino's legendary coaching career
Rick Pitino coached his first game at Hawaii in 1976, under odd circumstances. A newspaper cartoonist predicted his great career.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Forza Motorsport Brings Back Legendary Track For 20th Anniversary
Turn 10 has announced that the track Fujimi Kaido will be making a return in Forza Motorsport in May to celebrate the franchise's 20th anniversary.. The track is a fictional closed course circuit ...GameSpot - 1d -
Video – Legendary Inter Milan Treble Winners Enjoy Retirement: “This Duo”
Inter Milan legends Javier Zanetti and Esteban Cambiasso are enjoying life in a well-deserved retirement.Both players were part of the Nerazzurri team that won the iconic treble in 2010 under Jose ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Champions Linfield comfortable winners at Dungannon
Champions Linfield defeat Dungannon Swifts 3-0 at Stangmore Park in their first game since securing the Gibson Cup.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
🏆Champions book ticket! Argentina QUALIFIED
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.After the draw between Bolivia and Uruguay, the current World Cup champion seale...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Heavyweight seven eye finish line in race to succeed Olympics chief Bach
The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee is nearing the finish with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry widely seen to be ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Heavyweight trio eye history in race to succeed Olympics chief Bach
The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee reaches a climax on Thursday with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry believed to be ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19 -
Scotland upset champions at women's Worlds - watch on BBC
Scotland open with victory over defending champions Canada at the World Women's Curling Championship in South Korea.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
English Champions Cup win would be 'miraculous' - Care
Harlequins scrum-half Danny Care says it would be "miraculous" if an English team won the Investec Champions Cup this season.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Leeds edge past champions Wigan in gripping contest
Leeds Rhinos inflict a narrow 12-10 defeat on champions Wigan Warriors in a gripping Super League encounter.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
An AI March Madness bracket prediction came up with the unlikeliest champion
Using AI to predict the 2025 NCAA bracket winner resulted in a weird champion.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Allen O’Donoghue: The Psychological Impact of Liverpool’s Champions League Exit
Mindset, Expectations, and the Weight of Defeat: Liverpool’s Champions League Exit and the Psychological Battle AheadLiverpool’s elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Paris Saint-G...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
WATCH: Atletico Madrid's Connor Gallagher scores in 29 seconds to even Champions League tie with Real Madrid
The goal was the fastest goal scored in the Champions League this seasonCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
John Feinstein dies at 69: Legendary sportswriter penned 23 bestsellers, including 'A Season on the Brink'
Feinstein was an award-winning sportswriter, broadcaster and authorCBS Sports - Mar. 13 -
Rams legendary LT Andrew Whitworth named to all-time free agency team
The Rams have made a lot of moves since Sean McVay took over, but this one has been one of the best ever.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Official: Real Madrid gem called up to replace legendary figure in Brazil national team
The first international break of 2025 is just around the corner and players have already begun receiving call-ups to their respective national teams.Brazil NT coach Dorival Jr. also announced his ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15
