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Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns: How to watch playoff series with SGA, Devin Booker

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been atop the NBA universe for some time now. They enter the playoffs as protectors of the Larry O’Brien Trophy, with incumbent MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander angling for more hardware.In contrast, the Phoenix Suns are built to apply pressure and threaten upsets. They have an elite bucket-getter in Devin Booker, a true heat-checker in Jalen Green and a prolific agitator in Dillon Brooks. First-year head coach Jordan Ott leads his group into the gauntlet with nothing t...

'I had to tell David Beckham he was leaving Man Utd – his reaction said it all'

'I had to tell David Beckham he was leaving Man Utd – his reaction said it all'David Beckham's transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid was one of the highest-profile moves involving any England playerCommentsSportTom Victor Senior Sports Journalist10:00, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesDavid Beckham's Manchester United exit was confirmed in 2003(Image: Getty Images)When former Manchester United chief executive Peter Kenyon told David Beckham he was on the way out, the player&#...

Cole Palmer ultimatum backfires and leaves Chelsea future in doubt after Man Utd links

Cole Palmer ultimatum backfires and leaves Chelsea future in doubt after Man Utd linksCole Palmer's comments before Chelsea's defeat to Manchester United could leave his future at Stamford Bridge in doubtCommentsSportMark Wakefield Sport Central Audience Writer09:46, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesCole Palmer has previously been linked with a move away from Chelsea(Image: Izzy Poles - AMA/Getty Images)Cole Palmer's recent admission could leave his future at Chelsea in doubt after the clu...

Injured Ayush Mhatre likely to be out of IPL 2026 for three weeks

The 18-year-old batsman, who injured his hamstring, is set to undergo tests on Monday and faces a spell on the sidelines at a crucial juncture.

Train nightmare at Manchester Piccadilly as Arsenal fans scramble to get to huge Man City clash

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Liverpool boss was sacked an hour after Merseyside derby - 'The least we deserved'

Liverpool boss was sacked an hour after Merseyside derby - 'The least we deserved'Liverpool's superior record against Everton came back to bite one former manager after an insipid performance in the Merseyside derbyCommentsSportFasika Zelealem Senior Sports Reporter09:30, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesBrendan Rodgers encountered a similar start to the season with Liverpool in 2014(Image: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)The Merseyside derby can make or break your managerial career, with...

KKR vs RR live: Winless KKR eye breakthrough against wounded RR

KKR vs RR live Winless KKR eye breakthrough against wounded RR

Wolves have five games to go. They are vital to Rob Edwards

The final five weeks of the Premier League season will mean very little to Wolverhampton Wanderers.They might mean everything to Rob Edwards.After a second successive heavy defeat, this time at Leeds United, Wolves will end the weekend with only goal difference, and the theoretical possibility of a massive swing, between them and confirmed relegation.Advertisement

Arne Slot gets honest sack verdict from ex-Liverpool star - 'Have to look at everything'

Liverpool manager Arne Slot may well find himself under increased pressure if Liverpool lose to Everton in this weekend's Merseyside derby. However, former Reds defender Dominic Matteo believes it would still be harsh to dismiss the title-winning boss given the wider context.Slot delivered a Premier League title in his first season but has found things much tougher this term. Top spot is all but mathematically impossible with six games to go, while Tuesday's defeat by Paris Saint-Germa...

‘I don’t care about strike rate’: SRH star’s bold stance after win over CSK

Heinrich Klaasen proved his worth for Sunrisers Hyderabad with a crucial innings. He addressed concerns about his scoring pace, stating that adapting to match situations is more important than strike rate. Klaasen's mature approach helped SRH post a competitive total. The team secured a close victory against Chennai Super Kings. This win highlights the impact of Klaasen's contributions.

Lessons to be learned as Wales chase top spot

Lessons to be learned as Wales chase top spot Image source, FAWImage caption, Sophie Ingle is the second Wales player to reach 150 caps after Jess Fishlock ByGareth VincentBBC Sport WalesPublished5 minutes agoThere were balloons in the Wales dressing room to mark Sophie Ingle's 150th international appearance.It must have been a relief, therefore, that Wales did just enough on the pitch at Albania's Elbasan Arena to ensure the party was not ruined.Ingle danced with her team-mates after...

How to watch VfB Stuttgart vs. Bayern Munich in the U.S.: TV channel and streaming options for April 19

Bayern Munich and VfB Stuttgart meet up at Allianz Arena on Sunday for a match in the Bundesliga. It will get underway at 11:30 a.m. ET. Bayern Munich currently has 76 points, first in the league table. VfB Stuttgart has 56 points, and is in fourth.How to watch VfB Stuttgart vs. Bayern Munich in the U.S. Venue: Allianz Arena Time: 11:30 a.m. ET Streaming: ESPN+ (Sign in on ESPN with your Fubo account) TV: ESPN+ VfB Stuttgart vs. Bayern Munich odds Favorite Moneyline: Bayern Munich -249 Underdog...

Manchester City vs Arsenal live updates: Premier League team news, predictions and more

There is no better time to be a subscriber to The Athletic for all the sporting insight, analysis and live coverage you need.As well as the ongoing Champions League and Premier League seasons, we have one of the biggest events in the sporting calendar coming up with the World Cup later this year.A new Formula One season is now in full swing and the NBA playoffs are underway, while we’ll also be covering the remaining men’s golf majors after Rory McIlroy’s second Masters triumph.And that is just...

PSL never offered contract: Blessing Muzarabani's agent hits out at 2-year ban

PSL never offered contract Blessing Muzarabanis agent hits out at year ban

IPL: KKR receive big boost as Matheesha Pathirana joins camp after injury layoff

IPL KKR receive big boost as Matheesha Pathirana joins camp after injury layoff

Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Playoff broadcast schedule for age-old matchup

More than almost any other NBA playoff permutation, the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers evoke legends of years past. Across eight different decades of knockout basketball, this series has hosted the greats — Bill Russell versus Wilt Chamberlain. Larry Bird versus Julius Erving. Paul Pierce versus Allen Iverson.Advertisement

Goalscoring keeper Bycroft has 'incredible eye for goal'

Goalscoring keeper Bycroft has 'incredible eye for goal'Image source, ShutterstockImage caption, He might have an eye for goal but Jack Bycroft's equaliser was his first goal in professional football ByBrent PilnickBBC Sport EnglandPublished2 hours ago"He's got an incredible eye for a goal," Exeter City interim manager Matt Taylor says about goalkeeper Jack Bycroft.The 24-year-old wrote his name in Grecians history when he soared to head in Danny Andrew's stopp...

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US reverses on pledge not to renew Russian oil waiver

Moscow says it has always treated Western energy sanctions as hollow and illegal The US has renewed a sanctions exemption allowing Russian crude and petroleum products already loaded onto tankers to be delivered and sold freely, the US Treasury Department has announced. The move came despite a pledge by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made two days prior that the waiver would not be extended. On Friday, the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control issued a general license...

'His mind appears to be cluttered': Ashwin's blunt take on CSK captain Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings are struggling in IPL 2026, currently seventh with a 2-4 record. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad's form is a major concern, with just 82 runs in six matches. Former India spinner R Ashwin believes Gaikwad missed a prime opportunity to regain form against Sunrisers Hyderabad, suggesting he's under immense pressure.