Demetrious Johnson and T.J. Dillashaw could have met in the UFC’s octagon, but according to the former flyweight champion, the promotion wasn’t willing to pay the price.
Johnson held the 125-pound UFC title from 2012 to 2018, defending it 11 times. Depending on whose recollection of the timeline of events is more accurate, “Mighty Mouse” could have mixed it up with bantamweight champion Dillashaw at 125 pounds at some point, creating a superfight between the two lightest classes in the UFC.

A year ago, the Clemson Tigers lost five players from its roster to the transfer portal after coach Brad Brownell’s team finished 18-2 in ACC play and made the NCAA Tournament as a No. 5 seed.
This year’s team didn’t accomplishment that many wins, but it did reach March Madness for the third season in a row. And while the exact number of players from the 2025-26 group that will hit the transfer portal won’t be known for a few weeks, Clemson already knows of one player who won’t be back next season.

ESPN’s crew is aligned on which teams will advance, and it breaks down the keys for every team.

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One of the things about being a sports fan in this day and age is that you’re whacked over the head with stats and facts virtually non-stop.
Some are interesting, some are an absolute waste of everyone’s time, and then there are the ones that are in a gray area.

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Less than 10 years ago, Pitino’s career seemed over. But after multiple scandals, he’s back doing what he always does, winning in the NCAA tournament.

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Steve Clarke has been speaking to the media before Scotland host Japan in a World Cup warm-up friendly on Saturday.
Here are the key lines from the Scotland boss:

Clarke says because a number of his players are coming back from injury or carrying niggles at this stage of the season, some of his selections “might raise an eyebrow a little bit”.
He is eager for players to be fresh for the World Cup: “My job is to make sure the players come out of these [games] fit, well and ready for the end of the season at the clubs and obviously to be ready for the summer.

PHOENIX, AZ – MARCH 26: LPGA golfer Lydia Ko walks to the 8th tee during the first round of the LPGA Ford Championship presented by Wild Horse Pass on March 26, 2026, at the Cattail Course at Whirlwind Golf Club in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Lydia Ko had a historic round at the Ford Championship on Thursday.
Specifically speaking, Ko fired an opening-round 60. It was her career low and given that she has had one of the most illustrious careers in LPGA Tour history that is really saying something.

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The Atlanta Hawks (41-32) will face the Boston Celtics (48-24) in their third regular-season NBA matchup of the season. Both teams are ranked first in their respective divisions, with Boston favored by 4.5 points. The Celtics have a 65.5% implied probability of winning according to the moneyline odds.
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Date: Friday, March 27

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Denkriangkrai Mavinn Muaythai showcased his poise to earn a unanimous decision victory over Valerii Strungari in their flyweight Muay Thai co-main event at ONE Friday Fights 148.
The bout lit up Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium and captivated fans watching around the world, live in Asia primetime on March 27.
Strungari pressed forward in the early goings of the contest with aggressive boxing, darting in with attacks at the body. The Thai took his foe’s best shots and alternated between knees and elbows to counter his opponent’s attacks.

NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 26: Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates looks on during the game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Mets at Citi Field on Thursday, March 26, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images
Paul Skenes is arguably the best pitcher in the league even after a rough start on Opening Day to the New York Mets. So it should be no surprise that teams would have interest in the former Cy Young winner, especially teams with a lot of money like the New York Yankees.

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Scotland captain Andy Robertson admits international football has been a boost during a tough season with Liverpool – and he’s now looking forward to another lift in two important World Cup warm-up matches.
The national team squad is back together for the first time since they booked a place at World Cup 2026 in dramatic fashion with the 4-2 win over Denmark.
They face Japan at Hampden on Saturday, and Ivory Coast at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday in two of only three confirmed friendlies before the summer tournament.

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Men shouldn’t compete in women’s sports. It’s common sense, and legendary sports broadcaster Bob Costas believes that too.
During an appearance on CNN’s “The Story Is with Elex Michaelson”, Costas, who has been a contributor on CNN since 2020 to specifically comment on sports issues interacting with social debates, discussed the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) decision to ban biological men from women’s Olympic events.

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA – MARCH 24: Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links Golf Club warms up before the match against the Los Angeles Golf Club at SoFi Center on March 24, 2026 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/TGL/TGL Golf via Getty Images) | TGL Golf via Getty Images
The world is wondering if Tiger Woods will partake in the Masters Tournament, but maybe we should shift our focus to the U.S. Senior Open.
Friday brought with it word that Woods has officially entered to compete at the U.S.

The Syracuse Orange huddle during an NCAA men’s lacrosse game at 1952 Stadium in Princeton, United States, on February 27, 2026. (Photo by Dan Squicciarini/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images
The Syracuse Orange entered the 2026 season with a super-experienced core four returning to lead their offense.
The quartet of Joey Spallina, Michael Leo, Finn Thomson and Luke Rhoa were all going into their senior year, giving the Orange perhaps the best collection of returning veteran talent in the country.

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Boston Red Sox paid Kristian Campbell early last April because the organization believed in the 2023 fourth-rounder after his meteoric minor league rise. 
His MLB experiment came crashing down after just 11 weeks in the show last season. Campbell struggled defensively at second base and hit just .223 in 67 games. The Red Sox sent him to Triple-A Worcester to reset his environment and allow the young talent to refine his offensive approach and find his defensive strengths.

LA Clippers center Yanic Konan Niederhäuser (14) blocks a shot during an NBA game between the Indiana Pacers and the LA Clippers on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood Calif
Friday’s slate in the NBA offers a full board of opportunities as the regular season hits its final stretch, with multiple matchups carrying playoff  implications. With urgency rising across the league, expect tighter rotations and an increase in intensity across the league. Here are tonight’s best bets brought to you by BetOnline.ag. Click here to join.

BUFFALO, NEW YORK – MARCH 21: Kellen Thames #0 of the Saint Louis Billikens shoots the ball against Aday Mara #15 of the Michigan Wolverines during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at KeyBank Center on March 21, 2026 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The Michigan Wolverines are set to square off with the Alabama Crimson Tide tonight with a spot in the Elite Eight on the line. Alabama has a prolific offense, led by Labaron Philon Jr.

Inter Milan Favourites To Secure Highly Rated Udinese Defender In The Summer
Inter Milan have established themselves as clear favourites to sign Udinese defender Oumar Solet this summer, with the advantage they built over rival clubs last summer having grown significantly in recent months.
According to Sportitalia, via FCInterNews, Inter’s pursuit of Solet stretches back to last summer, and that head start has proven invaluable.
While other clubs have shown interest, none have matched the groundwork Inter have laid with both the player and his club over an extended period.

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NEW YORK CITY – MARCH 25: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addresses the media following the Board of Governors meetings on March 25, 2026 at the St. Regis Hotel in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
Adam Silver loves to to quickly react to public outcry.

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CHICAGO, IL – JANUARY 18: Caleb Williams #18 of the Chicago Bears during an NFL divisional playoff football game on January 18, 2026 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
The ascent of Caleb Williams in his second NFL season was dramatic. It was a rocky beginning, working with new head coach Ben Johnson for the first time, but by the midpoint of the season the two had managed to marry Johnson’s exacting passing demands with Williams’ creativity, giving Chicago something truly special.

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England Starting XI vs Uruguay: Confirmed Team News and Predicted Lineup
England vs Uruguay: Predicted Lineup and Team News for Wembley Clash
England predicted lineup shaped by rotation plan

England’s predicted lineup for the friendly against Uruguay reflects a deliberate recalibration by Thomas Tuchel, with the national side embracing a more experimental look ahead of the World Cup.

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The England squad has been divided with intention. A group of senior figures has been granted rest following demanding club schedules, leaving space for others to step forward.

🚨 Panichelli blow confirmed, he’ll miss the World Cup
The football world was shaken this Friday by the worst possible news regarding Argentina’s national-team attack. Medical tests carried out today on forward Joaquín Panichelli confirmed a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. This serious injury not only rules him out for the rest of the season, but also for the 2026 World Cup.
A nightmare repeated
What makes the situation even more painful for the footballer is that it is a recurrence, as he suffered exactly the same injury two years ago.

COLLEGE STATION, TX – DECEMBER 20: Texas A&M Aggies lineman Chase Bisontis drops back to block during College Football Playoff game featuring the Miami Hurricanes and the Texas A&M Aggies on December 20, 2025 at Kyle Field in College Station, TX (Photo by John Rivera/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Even after signing a pair of new guards in free agency, the Chargers are still expected to be in one of the top prospects at the position in this year’s draft.

Fabrizio Romano: Liverpool facing huge competition to sign forward
PSG enter Yan Diomande race as Liverpool face transfer battle

There is a familiar rhythm to modern transfer windows: identify a young forward with acceleration, output and nerve, and watch Europe’s elite circle. Yan Diomande is the latest name to trigger that instinct. The 19-year-old has been quietly devastating in Germany, compiling 11 goals and eight assists this season, and now finds himself at the centre of a widening recruitment storm.

Liverpool’s interest has been well trailed.

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Under-fire Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chair Richard Collier-Keywood will step down from his role this summer at the end of his three-year term.
Collier-Keywood has been in position since 2023 but will exit on 16 July after deciding not to seek a second term.
The announcement comes ahead of an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on Monday, 13 April at which he was due to face a vote of no confidence.
“I have been reflecting with the board on what should happen next,” said Collier-Keywood.

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Can anybody stop the Dodgers? And who will emerge in 2027, 2028, 2029 …?

Baseball is back! Here’s your one-stop shop for all of the season-opening action.

Former NBA star George Gervin said he was “caught off guard” when he learned Bears quarterback Caleb Williams had attempted to trademark “Iceman,” a nickname Gervin has used since his playing days.

Arizona finally got over the Sweet 16 hurdle under coach Tommy Lloyd, getting 23 points from Brayden Burries and a dominant offensive effort in a 109-88 win over Arkansas on Thursday night in the NCAA tournament.