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Apr 20, 2026

MMA Champ Eyes UFC Debut After Surviving Brain Aneurysm

Even a couple of brain aneurysms couldn’t stop this fighter from becoming a champion. And now he wants to make his UFC debut. It was a regular day for Brazil’s Rafael Barbosa in March of 2022. On the 11th, he was supposed to fight Jonas Bilharinho under the Legacy Fighting Alliance banner. However, right before […] The post MMA Champ Eyes UFC Debut After Surviving Brain Aneurysm appeared first on EssentiallySports.

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Apr 20, 2026

Scoring Controversy, Falls, Injury End LSU’s Closest Race to National Championship

Sure, LSU made it to the final, and it was a moment of joy, but the semifinal not going their way made it feel as though fate had already set the program on a particular path. The Tigers walked in as one of the favorites, only to see their rhythm hit by forces beyond their […] The post Scoring Controversy, Falls, Injury End LSU’s Closest Race to National Championship appeared first on EssentiallySports.

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Apr 20, 2026

Giants Pay Homage to Fallen American Hero With Special NFL Draft 2026 Announcement

The New York Giants hold the fifth overall pick heading into the first night of the 2026 NFL Draft. Typically, the general manager and head coach make the selection from the war room, and the commissioner steps to the podium to announce it. This year, though, the Giants are doing something different. The team plans […] The post Giants Pay Homage to Fallen American Hero With Special NFL Draft 2026 Announcement appeared first on EssentiallySports.

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Apr 20, 2026

Ilia Topuria’s Physiotherapist Reveals Only Problem Threatening His White House Fight

Most fighters entering a bout of this magnitude are dealing with injuries, setbacks, or, at the very least, some visible wear and tear. Ilia Topuria, on the other hand, isn’t facing any of that. As he prepares for his White House fight with Justin Gaethje, the only thing slowing him down or threatening a fight […] The post Ilia Topuria’s Physiotherapist Reveals Only Problem Threatening His White House Fight appeared first on EssentiallySports.

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Apr 20, 2026

2025-26 NBA Playoff Odds: Spreads, Lines for First-Round Series

The NBA playoffs are here. Check out the odds for each first-round series, as well as what to know about the matchups.

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Apr 19, 2026

4 Takeaways From Another Tyler Reddick Win, This One At Kansas

Tyler Reddick rallied to take the checkered flag at Kansas, proving that he's still got the hot hand.

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Apr 19, 2026

LIV Golf Mexico City: Jon Rahm, Legion XIII Sweep Individual, Team Titles

Jon Rahm finished at 21 under at Club de Golf Chapultepec to secure a commanding six-shot victory at LIV Golf Mexico City.

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Apr 19, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo Scores, Propels Al-Nassr to AFC Champions League Two Semifinal

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 969th career goal as Al-Nassr secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Al-Wasl.

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Apr 19, 2026

Neymar Endorses Lamine Yamal for Future Ballon d'Or, Champions League Double

Lamine Yamal's performance in Barcelona's latest Champions League campaign left a lasting impression on one of the club's former greats.

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Apr 19, 2026

What's Next: Giants Get a 'Steal' in Dexter Lawrence Trade, But Can They Replace Him?

Multiple league sources told Ralph Vacchiano that the Giants got a "steal" in the Dexter Lawrence trade. However, they also wonder how good the Giants will be on defense as we learned about Lawrence's final days in New York.

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Apr 19, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Odds: Who Will Land Ty Simpson?

Fernando Mendoza will be the first QB taken, but what about Ty Simpson? See the odds for where the Alabama star will land.

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Apr 19, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Odds: Which Franchise Will Draft Jeremiyah Love?

The Notre Dame star figures to make a team very happy for the years ahead. Which franchise will it be?