A sporting quiz to set you up for the weekend
With live action on hold during the coronavirus pandemic and millions in lockdown, sports fans have plenty of extra time on their hands.
Boxing
Aberdeen boxer Nathan Beattie vows to keep on fitness trail in pursuit of title shot
ABERDEENN lightweight Nathan Beattie has vowed to keep his fitness levels high to be ready for a Commonwealth title shot.
Tyson Fury will ‘never tire of beating Deontay Wilder’
Tyson Fury insists he will never tire of beating Deontay Wilder in anticipation of their trilogy fight once the coronavirus pandemic is over.
Heather Knight and BCCI lead sport’s coronavirus goodwill gestures
Athletes, clubs and sport personalities have been showing support for the community, reaching out to vulnerable members of the public, their fan bases and colleagues during the coronavirus pandemic.
Galal Yafai and Peter McGrail secure Team GB places for Tokyo 2020
Galal Yafai and Peter McGrail sealed their place on Team GB’s Olympic boxing squad before qualification for the Tokyo Games was suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Olympic boxing qualifying tournament in London suspended
The Olympic boxing qualifying tournament in London will be suspended after the conclusion of Monday’s evening session, officials have announced.
Joshua’s promoter Hearn urges Fury and Wilder to ‘hurry up’ with third fight
Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have been urged by Anthony Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn to “hurry up” with their third showdown in order to pave the way for an all-British world heavyweight title unification fight.
Tyson Fury a stone heavier than initial bout for Deontay Wilder rematch
Tyson Fury has risked sacrificing his renowned speed and agility by weighing in a stone heavier than his first WBC heavyweight title fight against Deontay Wilder for Saturday’s rematch.
Deontay Wilder warned he will meet ‘the best Tyson Fury’ by the Briton
Tyson Fury has promised WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will meet “the best Tyson Fury” when the pair do battle for a second time in Las Vegas on February 22.
A closer look at how coronavirus is affecting the sporting schedule
Formula One has become the latest sport to be impacted by the outbreak of coronavirus, with April’s Chinese Grand Prix now postponed.
Commonwealth Games bronze medallist John Docherty targets British title in 2020
Aberdeen-trained undefeated super-middleweight John Docherty today targeted a British title shot this year.
Dean Sutherland ready for title tilt as undefeated Aberdeen boxer looks to extend 100 per cent record
Undefeated Aberdeen welterweight Dean Sutherland insists he is ready to grab any potential title shot this year.
Aberdeen lightweight boxer Nathan Beattie to fight for PBC Commonwealth title
Aberdeen lightweight Nathan Beattie will fight Ghana’s Michael Ansah for the PBC Commonwealth title next month.
Aberdeen fighter Darren Traynor looks for return to title picture as he makes boxing comeback
Three-weight Scottish champion Darren Traynor has vowed to return swiftly to the level of fighting for major titles again.
Macduff boxer Callum Stuart aims to make 2020 a year to remember
Northern Sporting Club super-welterweight Callum Stuart aims to turn 2020 into the year he makes a major impact in the professional ranks.
Hearn suggests deal is close for Tottenham Hotspur stadium to host Joshua fight
Promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed a deal is on the verge of being agreed for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to host Anthony Joshua’s homecoming later this year.
Dead boxer’s brother calls for ringside brain scanners
The brother of a promising boxer who died hours after the biggest victory of his career has called for mobile brain scanners at ringside for pro fights, and for venues to be closer to neurosurgical units.
New plans could see north-east boxing club move to purpose-built gym
Plans have been launched to help a north-east boxing club secure a new venue.
Assassin McAllister claims belts in boxing marquee show
Aberdeen Assassin Lee McAllister admits he hit Richmond Djarbeng with a punch so powerful it hurt his own hand.
Beattie hopes to turn tables as he aims for knock-out revenge
Revenge is the mission tonight for Aberdeen lightweight Nathan Beattie when facing Tackie Annan in a grudge rematch.
Commonwealth title one step closer for Dean
Undefeated Aberdeen welterweight Dean Sutherland aims to take another step closer to emulating mentor Gary Jacobs by claiming Commonwealth title glory.
WBU belt added to Love-Lee idea
Aberdeen Assassin Lee McAllister has confirmed he will fight for the WBU world super-welterweight title next week.
McAllister all set for birthday bash
Aberdeen Assassin Lee McAllister is set to fight for a second title against Ghana’s Richmond Djarbeng next month.
Boxer Stuart keen to push for title
Undefeated super-bantamweight Billy Stuart today called out reigning British and Commonwealth champion Brad Foster.
The Sniper has sights set on pro title glory
Rising boxing prospect Callum Stuart today warned he aims to blast a path through the welterweight division in the search for title glory.
Aberdeen’s John Docherty in search of six KOs from six
Undefeated John Docherty has vowed to extend his 100% stoppage run to six straight knock-outs tonight.
Wait almost over for McAllister
Aberdeen Assassin Lee McAllister will finally return to ring action after a year’s absence when fighting for two titles next month.
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Aberdeen boxing champion Lee McAllister: I wanted to kill myself
Boxing champion Lee McAllister has today opened up about his battle with depression and suicidal thoughts.
Aberdeen’s Beattie is back boxing and aiming to right wrong against Kelly
Aberdeen super-lightweight Nathan Beattie is gunning for revenge when facing Michael Kelly in a rematch next month.