UFC rankings are official lists of the best active fighters. A number beside a name can change a career, yet that number is built from votes, timing, and judgment. For fighters, the road to No. 1 can feel both visible and uncertain.
The Houston Astros are shuffling their lineup. Yainer Diaz returns as catcher, Jose Altuve is back in the field, and Yordan Àlvarez will DH. Lance McCullers is scheduled to start for Houston.
Alex Vesia returned to Toronto for the first time since the epic seven-game series. He came into a tough situation in the bottom of the seventh inning, with the Dodgers holding a slim lead, and was able to get the team out of the inning. Andy Pages continues to sport some of the best numbers in all of baseball.
UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes has cautioned Gable Steveson, the 2020 Olympic freestyle heavyweight gold medalist, against moving to the UFC too quickly. Blaydes suggests Steveson needs more development before facing top-level competition in the octagon. Blaydes is concerned that Steveson’s lack of reach could be problematic against longer, more experienced fighters.
Fernando Tatis Jr. made his first career start at second base for the Padres in their game against the Rockies. Manager Craig Stammen said the team has been planning this for a while. The move comes as the Padres look to give Xander Bogaerts a day off.
Azamat Murzakanov will face Paulo Costa in the light heavyweight co-main event at UFC 327. Murzakanov looks to prove he’s worthy of a title shot when he takes on Costa. Costa, a longtime contender at middleweight, moves up to light heavyweight.
Josh Hokit is preparing to face Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327. The event, UFC 327: Procházka vs Ulberg, will be live from Miami on April 11, 2026.
Union Berlin parted ways with Baumgart and his coaching staff after a 3-1 defeat at FC Heidenheim. Marie-Louise Eta, who made history as the first female assistant coach in the German top flight with Union, has been put in charge. Eta’s first game will be at home against Wolfsburg.
América are set to play Cruz Azul at Estadio Banorte. For this edition of the Clásico Joven, 12 players are set to experience the stadium for the first time. América are currently competing for a place in the liguilla, while Cruz Azul have mathematically secured their spot.
Rory McIlroy’s commanding lead at the Masters evaporated during the third round. He carded a one-over par 73, opening the door to his rivals. McIlroy will go out for the final round level on 11 under with Cameron Young.