“Texas fears nobody.”

That is the caption Texas linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. used to accompany a picture of him holding up a ripped Baker Mayfield Oklahoma jersey following the Longhorns‘ dominant 34-3 win over the Sooners on Saturday afternoon in the 120th edition of the Red River Rivalry.

So, why did the Mayfield jersey have a giant tear down the middle of it? 

Check out this video, which shows Hill and fellow Texas teammate Barryn Sorrell planting the Texas flag right through the Oklahoma jersey at midfield following the game.

During his time at Oklahoma, Mayfield was known for planting the Oklahoma flag on the field, the most memorable moment coming after he led the Sooners to a win over Ohio State during the 2017 season. After dismantling the Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium, Mayfield sprinted down the field waving an Oklahoma flag before emphatically planting it right in the middle of Ohio State’s field.

Hill was asked about his postgame celebration and his decision to plant the flag in the Mayfield Oklahoma jersey.

“I just felt like it was the right thing for me to do,” Hill Jr. said. “I’ve seen all the stuff they posted last year, so I felt like it was right for me to just get a little touch of something on them. I just had to post me a little something to just make the team and make us feel good.”

Of course, there is no love lost between the Sooners and Longhorns when it comes to the Red River Rivalry, which dates back to 1900 and has been played during the State Fair of Texas since 1929. This marked the first meeting between the two rival programs as members of the SEC.

With Saturday’s win, Texas now holds a 64-51-5 advantage in the series. The Longhorns improved to 6-0 on the season with the victory, while Oklahoma dropped to 4-2 with the loss.

Safe to say this moment will add fuel to the fire.

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ARTUR BETERBIEV’S enthralling victory over Dmitry Bivol had an unpredictable opening – even before they got inside the ring.

There was a surprise break from protocol moments ahead of a ding-dong fight from which Beterbiev eventually emerged as undisputed light-heavyweight champion of the world by a majority verdict.

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The Russian-Canadian, who started the night as a three-belt title-holder, was the man chosen to walk out first.

Normally whoever is first out into the arena has the same honour when it comes to getting in the ring.

But this time, without explanation, an announcement revealed the opposite would happen – with Bivol stepping in before his opponent.

He entered the long-awaited contest as the WBA light-heavyweight champ, boasting 23 wins in 23 fights, with 12 knockouts.

Meanwhile, Beterbiev had triumphed by KO in all his 20 previous bouts.

That made him boxing’s only current champ with a 100% stoppage rate.

And when he stepped into the ring – AFTER Bivol – he ignored the usual glitz of these occasions.

Instead of a brash outfit he opted for an old Fred Perry T-shirt.

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However, once the fight started, there was no dressing down from either man – leaving everything in the ring in an epic 12-rounder that lived up to expectations.

The build-up to the fight had been unusual for more than the switch from protocol.

Musical acts like Ciara, Missy Elliott and Busta Rhyme strutted their stuff.

Boxing legends Beterbiev, 39, and 33-year-old Bivol then bust a gut – as each attempted to maintain the “undefeated” tag on their CVs.

The former took the verdict on points despite one judge calling it a draw, with the scores 114-114 115-113 116-112.

Beterbiev did lose one record – his perfect record for knockouts.

But that minor blot was eclipsed by his achievement of becoming the division’s first undisputed champ since Roy Jones Jr 22 years ago.

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To put this season’s achievements in context, Peet is not even 100 games into his tenure as Wigan boss. He’s been at the helm for just 99, in fact.

And in that period he has won everything he possibly can do, collecting a total of seven pieces of silverware.

The list makes for incredible reading: two Challenge Cups, two League Leaders’ Shields, two triumphs at Old Trafford in successive Super League Grand Finals, too.

All three have been won this season by the Warriors, on top of the trophy that kicked off their glorious 2024 – the World Club Challenge victory over National Rugby League premiers Penrith Panthers, themselves in the conversation for being among the game’s greatest sides after winning their fourth successive title.

The way Wigan have ended their campaign is also nothing short of remarkable.

They did not concede a single try in their final four games and conceded just two points in that time – Mikey Lewis’ penalty in the Grand Final.

In fact, they have only conceded three tries over the course of the past two Grand Finals, the Challenge Cup final win over Warrington in June and their World Club Challenge triumph – so it is no wonder Peet credits his defence as the reason for their success.

“I attach defence to team spirit and culture. Bevan French has his moments with the ball, it’s amazing how he has that innate talent,” Peet said. “But he’s always contributing towards defence.

“Defence runs through everything we do. They looked like they were enjoying defending today.

“We continued to turn up for one another. That’s why defence makes me proud. It comes down to how much you want to do it for each other.”

(This article first appeared on USA TODAY Sports.)

Artur Beterbiev defeated Dmitry Bivol by majority decision Saturday in Saudi Arabia, winning the unified light heavyweight championship.

Beterview, 39, showed superior power and left Bivol’s face badly swollen under his left eye. Bivol, 33, showed snap in his punches too, but he could not evade enough blows.

“He’s powerful, very powerful,’’ Bivol said.

Beterbiev outlanded Bivol in power punches 90-86, according to DAZN. But Beterbiev said, “Today I’m lucky, too.’’

The judges scored it 114-114, 115-113 and 116-112.

Beterbiev handed Bivol his first loss while improving to 21-0 but failed to score a knockout for the first time of his career. Bivol fell to 23-1.

Beterbiev entered with the IBF, WBC and WBO world light heavyweight championship titles. Bivol entered as the WBA world light heavyweight championship.

Round-by-round analysis

Round 1: Bivol out fast ripping jabs. Beterbiev tossing out his jab with less authority. Boxers feeling things out, while Bivol still firing the jab. Bivol spices it up with a left hook. Bivol follows up a left with a right. Beterbiev picks up the pace, and Bivol finishes fast. Bivol 10, Beterbiev 9.

Round 2: Now Beterbiev’s out quick behind his jab. Bivol responds with his own jab, and looks like he’ll be firing that all day. It’s Beterbiev stalking. But he’s yet to be able to capitalize. Bivol’s footwork is serving him well. Bivol 20, Beterbiev 18.

Round 3: Beterbiev out quick again and moving forward. Bivol still responding with the jab. Nice exchange, and Bivol on the attack. Bivol on the move, but Beterbiev catches up with a right. Back comes Bivol with his own right. Getting a little rough, and Beterbiev showing more power. Bivol 29, Beterbiev 28.

Round 4: Beterbiev looks increasingly comfortable as he stalks Bivol. But Bivol counters. Bivol neutralizes a surge by Beterviev with counterpunches. Bviol deflecting punches with a high guard. It’s Beterbiev’s right vs. Bivol’s jab and occasional combos. Bivol 39, Beterbiev 37.

Round 5: Beterbiev stalking again, but Bivol stands his ground. They meet in the center of the ring. Bivol lands a hard right that seems to enliven Beterbiev, who fires jabs and stalks again. But Beterbiev hasn’t found the window for his powerful right. Bivol eats a left, take a hard body shot. Bivol counters with a hard left. Bivol 48, Beterbiev 47.

Round 6: Fighters meet at the center of the ring, but not for long as Beterbiev reasserts himself. Moves back Bivol with a right. Bivol stays on the move, then connects with a combination and digs into the body. Beterbiev responds. Bivol going toe to toe with Beterbiev before he wisely backs away. Beterbiev 57, Bivol 57.

Round 7: Bivol opens the round with an overhand right. But nothing seems to have truly hurt Beterbiev. Bivol back on the move. Bivol lands a right and a left and goes on the attack. Beterbiev fiercely coming back and has Bivol on the ropes. Beterbiev pounds away at the end of the round. Beterbiev 67, Bivol 66.

Round 8: Fighters at the center of the ring again, and now Bivol stalks – and eats a jab. Chants up go up for Bivol. It’s going to take more than chants as Beterbiev looks to be heating up. Bivol misses with a big right. Bivol shows good defense too. Beterviev sneaks through a couple of punches. Bivol finishes strong. Beterbiev 76, Bivol 76.

Round 9: Bivol stalks. Beterbiev looks content throwing the jab, and now back on the march. Bivol lands a hard left and a couple of body punches and he’s on the move again. Then stops and throws a combination. Digs in with the left. Bivol’s footwork is superior, and he responds with counterpunching. Bivol 86, Beterbiev 85.

Round 10: Beterbiev leads with the right and Bivol backs away. Beterbiev blocking a substantial number of Bivol’s punches. But he’s firing with more frequency than Bivol. Chants go up again for Bivol. A hard left and right from Bivol. Beterbiev unloads a flurry and finishes the round strong. Bivol 95, Beterbiev 95.

Round 11: Beterbiev marching forward before fighters settle at the center of the ring. Bivol drills Beterbiev with a right, and Beterbiev moves forward. Beterbiev picking up steam. Has Bivol on the ropes, throwing with both hands. Bivol fires back and Beterbiev bulls forward and presses Bivol up against the ropes. Bivol covering up under the assault. Beterbiev 105, Bivol 104.

Round 12: Bivol’s left eye almost swollen shut. Beterbiev looks strong and focused. Bivol looks shady and tentative. But Bivol stands his ground and throws a flurry of punches. Beterbiev methodically marches back at Bivol. Beterbiev chasing after Bivol with the right hand. He’s ramping up and then Bivol responds. Beterbiev now in control, although Bivol doing his best to unload as the round ends. Beterbiev 115, Bivol 113.

Beterbiev vs. Bivol official scorecard

Artur Beterbiev def. Dmitrii Bivol via majority decision (114-114, 115-113, 116-112)

Judge Manuel Oliver Palomo: 114-114 draw
Judge Glenn Feldman: 115-113 Beterbiev
Judge Pawel Kardyni 116-112 Beterbiev

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— Matchroom Boxing (@MatchroomBoxing) October 12, 2024

Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol II?

The Russian-born boxers both expressed interest in a rematch.

“If his Excellency wants to, we going to do,’’ Beterbiev said, referring to Turki Alalshikh, who is the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and has become a key matchmaker of boxing.

Said Bivol, “Why not, of course. If I have a chance to, yes, this is my dream to be undisputed (champion).”