This Week in Sport
The upcoming week is filled with exciting sports events. On Monday, the PDC World Darts Championship continues into its second day, Tuesday sees the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Cup Final, and Newcastle United host Brentford in the Quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. The Los Angeles Chargers will face the Denver Broncos in the NFL on Thursday, and Friday will see Gloucester play Harlequins in an exciting Premiership Rugby game.
Wrapping up the week, Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will meet for their rematch on Saturday, and the Washington Capitals battle the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL on Sunday.
PDC Darts: Paddy Power World Darts Championship Day 2
Monday 16th December 12:30PM GMT/12:30PM Local Time
Alexandra Palace, London
The PDC World Darts Championship moves into its second day on Monday at Alexandra Palace in London. Reigning champion Luke Humphries opened his campaign with a convincing win against French number one Thibault Tricole on the opening day. Humphries is expected to defend his title but will face tough competition from Michael Smith, Michael Van Gerwen, Gary Anderson and 17-year-old English sensation Luke Littler.
NBA Cup: Milwaukee Bucks v Oklahoma City Thunder
Tuesday 17th December 02:30AM GMT (18th)/5:30PM Local Time
T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
Tuesday will see the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Cup Final at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The Cup Final should be entertaining with these two teams. The Thunder, are currently leading the Western Conference, and the Bucks have overcame a rough 2-8 start to the season and have climbed their way back up the Eastern Conference standings and sit in 6th position currently.
Carabao Cup: Newcastle United v Brentford
Wednesday 18th November 7:45PM GMT/7:45PM Local Time
St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
On Wednesday, Newcastle United host Brentford in the Quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup at St James' Park. Newcastle head into this match with confidence after a commanding 4-0 win over Leicester City on Saturday in the Premier League. Brentford, meanwhile, will be eager to bounce back following a narrow 2-1 loss to Chelsea on Sunday in the league. When the sides recently met in the Premiership, Brentford won 4-2 in an entertaining match.
NFL: Los Angeles Chargers v Denver Broncos
Thursday 19th December 01:15AM GMT (20th)/5:15PM Local Time
SoFi Stadium, Inglewood
The Los Angeles Chargers will take on the Denver Broncos in the NFL on Thursday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. This matchup is likely impactful for playoff seedings as the teams share an identical 8-5 record in the AFC West standings. Divisional games typically provide entertaining games at this stage of the season.
Premiership Rugby: Gloucester Rugby v Harlequins
Friday 20th December 7:45PM GMT/7:45PM Local Time
Kingsholm Stadium, Gloucester
Friday sees Gloucester play Harlequins in Premiership Rugby action at Kingsholm. Gloucester, sit fifth in the table with three wins and four losses, will look to move up with a win at home. Harlequins have a similar record with three wins and four defeats and will aim to go above their opponent with a win.
Boxing Fights: Oleksandr Usyk v Tyson Fury
Saturday 21st December 10:00PM GMT/01:00AM Local Time
Kingdom Arena, Riyadh
Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will step into the ring together again for a heavyweight title rematch on Saturday at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Usyk defeated Fury by split decision in their first encounter in May this year. Fury, will be looking to avenge his only professional career loss and reclaim the heavyweight title in this highly anticipated event.
NHL: Washington Capitals v Los Angeles Kings
Sunday 22nd December 10:00PM GMT/5:00PM Local Time
Capital One Arena, Washington
The week ends with the Washington Capitals hosting the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL on Sunday at the Capital One Arena. The Capitals lead the Metropolitan Division and the Kings, on the other hand, are second in the Pacific Division. This should be a great match-up between two of the best teams in Ice Hockey currently.
Photo by: Oklahoma City Thunder
Written and information correct on 16th December 2024 at 6AM GMT.
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