Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) produced a disciplined bowling effort to restrict Mumbai Indians (MI) to a modest total of 147/8 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday

The coach of the Gators sounds off on recruiting professional players back to college basketball

Former Utah alum and NBA executive Dave Checketts isnt a fan of Utahs historic private equity deal with Otro Capital.Checketts described the deal to Front Office Sports as the Utes selling off their future during a recent episode of Portfolio Players.The comments came during a discussion about what types of deals Checketts might be interested in striking with his sports investment fund Cynosure Checketts Sports Capital. He started by mentioning basketball and golf, and quickly added college sports, though he said: College sports has got to settle its way a little bit before you invest.Checketts suggested he wouldnt approach investments in the way that Otro Capital did with Utah.Its one thing to do what the University of Utah has donekind of sell off their sports program because they want a better stadium and they want a basketball building, and they want it right now, he said. So they kind of sold off their future. Thats different than the kind of investments we are talking about where college sports, if its possible, to make a big change.The Utah-Otro Capital was approved unanimously by the university board in December; however, parties are still finalizing the long-form agreements which have not yet been fully executed and signed, sources told FOS.When the deal is signed, however, it will be considered the first of its kind in college sports. It would require Utah to spin off its athletic department assets, forming a separate LLC called Utah Brands & Entertainment. That entity, now being referred to as Crimson Brand Partners, would be majority owned by the university, though Otro Capital would take a minority stake. As part of a buy-in, Otro Capital would provide a capital infusion.In addition, Otro Capital executives would help the athletic department, as well as university at large, with business and revenue-maximization opportunities. The new entity will manage and grow key revenue streams across the Athletics Department and the university. This includes overseeing, optimizing and enhancing the fan experience, corporate sponsorships, ticketing, event-related revenues and campus-wide university trademarks and licensing, a university explainer reads.The deal does have a buyback clause, giving the university the option to repurchase its shares in certain circumstances.Checketts then endorsed the idea of a super league in college football. Ive said, this whole ideawhich has been floated many timesof a super conference with divisions and relegation, I think, is a sensational idea. Id be really, really interested if thats the road they go down. I have no reason to believe theyll go there, but I prefer that rather than letting the NILs and everything else to turn it into just a minor league. I mean, how can you watch the NCAA tournament and want anything different than that? (When asked whether he has made contributions to Utahs NIL and revenue-sharing efforts, Checketts declined to comment.)Both the University of Utah and Otro Capital declined to comment when reached by FOS.The post Former NBA Exec Dave Checketts: Utah Sold Off Their Future With PE Deal appeared first on Front Office Sports.

The Hurricanes, who swept their first two playoff series, will have gone 11 full days without a game prior to Game 1 vs. the Canadiens -- the longest layoff since 1919.

According to a newly published market research report by 24LifeSciences, global veterinary molecular diagnostic service market was valued at USD 1.45 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.15 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025–2032. Veterinary Molecular Diagnostic Service refers to specialized diagnostic...

According to a newly published market research report by 24LifeSciences, global veterinary molecular diagnostic service market was valued at USD 1.45 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.15 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025–2032. Veterinary Molecular Diagnostic Service refers to specialized diagnostic...

According to a newly published market research report by 24LifeSciences, global veterinary molecular diagnostic service market was valued at USD 1.45 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.15 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025–2032. Veterinary Molecular Diagnostic Service refers to specialized diagnostic...

The North America Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) industry is witnessing substantial growth due to increasing steel production activities, rising infrastructure investments, and growing demand for sustainable steel manufacturing processes. Direct Reduced Iron is widely used as a premium raw material in electric arc furnaces and steelmaking operations because it provides high iron purity, improved...

The hot dog is a polarizing vessel across the United States. One of the last times I was back home in Chicago was for a Fourth of July cookout that featured juicy smashburgers, succulent chicken thighs and a hot dog bar with all the accoutrements a Chicagoan could ever desire. A red-and-white checkered cloth covered a table stacked with dogs, poppy seed buns, three kinds of mustards, fresh tomatoes, neon sweet relish, chopped onions, pickle spears, sport peppers and shakers of celery salt. Everyone knows I love a spread (get it?). This Friday, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Chi Dog (Midwest) is one of six Wienermobiles set to race in the second annual Oscar Mayer Wienie 500. It joins the New York Dog (East), Chili Dog (South), Seattle Dog (Northwest), last years winner Slaw Dog (Southeast) and the newest competitor via fan vote, Corn Dog. Race day coverage starts at 2 p.m. ET on FOX and FOX One. One of my jobs around these parts is to handicap sporting events, dive inside the odds and give you an educated idea of what to bet. Thing is, not a single American sportsbook is taking wagers on the Wienie 500. Why? "Is that a serious question?" Circa Sports director of operations Jeff Benson texted me earlier this week. "It isnt approved by gaming. You know that." I did know, but Bensons reaction was worth the ask. So we cant bet on it, but I still have a wienie in the race. And you will, too. Odds are good youll root for the hot dog that brings back your best childhood memories. Nostalgia tends to hit home in events like this. If you lathered yours with brown mustard and sauerkraut, youll be pulling for the New York Dog. If you went chili or chili-cheese, you know the drill. If you put cream cheese or slaw on your dog like a monster, God bless. We try not to judge around here. Last year, Slaw Dog sat in second place around the final turn before chasing down Chi Dog with a near 70-mile-per-hour rip to take the checkered flag. "Im knee deep into college baseball right now," one anonymous bettor told me when pressed on this years race. "But I love a good villain. Give me the Slaw Dog to run it back. Itll set up the three-peat for next year." Choose your wienie wisely. Im going Chi Dog with revenge. What about you?

Buffalo Sabres seem to focus on re-signing Alex Tuch, while the Pittsburgh Penguins are still facing trade speculation involving Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell.