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  Paddy Pimblett title fight receives huge boost as UFC champion Islam Makhachev’s coach gives verdict

  By Lewis Thompson Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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  'A very humbling experience' - Tom Aspinall made Eddie Hall realise he was best in the world after gruelling sparring session

  By Lewis Thompson Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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  Drake recalls Dana White’s remarkable $15,000 gesture in early UFC days: 'I will never forget it'

  By Lewis Thompson Verified

  Apr. 15, 2025

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talkSPORT

talkSPORT is the world’s largest sports radio station, based in London and a subsidiary of News UK. Established in 1995 as Talk Radio UK, it rebranded in 2000 to focus solely on sports broadcasting. The station employs between 201 and 500 staff and operates under the NAICS code 515 (Broadcasting). The station provides live coverage of major sports events, including the Premier League, FA Cup, and international football. It also covers rugby, cricket, tennis, and golf through its sister station, talkSPORT 2. talkSPORT broadcasts in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, and Swahili, catering to a global audience. The station is accessible via DAB radio, mobile apps, and online streaming, boasting over 3 million combined listeners. Recognized for its quality programming, talkSPORT was named "Network of the Year" at the 2019 Sports Journalism Awards.