Bill Raftery, a March Madness broadcasting fixture, is known for his iconic ‘onions’ catchphrase. The saying, trademarked in 2014, is used when a player hits a clutch shot late in the game. The first use of ‘onions’ was during a New Jersey Nets-Orlando Magic game back in November 1995.
Tyson Fury is set to box Arslanbek Makhmudov in London this month. This will be Fury’s first fight since December 2024. Conor Benn will also be in action on the card.
Andy Pages had a productive game against the Nationals. Pages went 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, two RBIs, and a walk. It’s a positive sign, especially considering his struggles in the previous postseason.
FC Porto are focused on returning to their rightful place, with everyone at the club committed and motivated. The development of young talents is a key focus for the club. André Villas-Boas is seen as a strong representative of the club’s values.
Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left oblique muscle injury and will be out for the remainder of the regular season. Sources indicate Reaves is expected to miss four to six weeks with the injury. The Lakers have a one-game lead on the No. 4 Denver Nuggets.
Jessica Pegula secured her place in the Charleston final after a three-set victory. This marks her second consecutive Charleston final. Pegula now awaits the winner of the semifinal match between Madison Keys and Yuliia Starodubtseva.
Jason Kendall will return to Pittsburgh for the Pirates’ home opener. He will team up with Brian Giles for a ceremonial first pitch before the Pirates host the Orioles. Kendall said, “It’ll definitely be something special.”
Under FA Cup rules introduced to ease fixture congestion, replays have been abolished from the first round proper onwards. If any quarter-final match is level at the end of 90 minutes, the tie must be settled on the day through 30 minutes of extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout. Video Assistant Referees will be used in all four matches because they are being hosted at Premier League-level stadiums.
West Virginia men’s basketball will take on Creighton in the College Basketball Crown semifinals on Saturday. West Virginia beat Stanford, 82-77 in overtime, while Creighton beat Rutgers, 82-69, in the quarterfinal round on Thursday to advance in the bracket. Creighton head coach Greg McDermott extended his final season when the Bluejays thumped Rutgers.
Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres has trademarked his mask celebration. The 27-year-old joins the likes of Cole Palmer and Kylian Mbappe in trademarking a signature move. Gyokeres’ celebration involves interlocking his fingers over his mouth and nose.