Roman Reigns has been called the “Head of the Table” for a reason.

He was an undisputed WWE champion for years and leader of The Bloodline before he made his way back to the top of the company at WrestleMania 42, defeating CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship.

Since the win, Jacob Fatu has been the biggest thorn in his side. Fatu made clear he wanted everything that Reigns had. Reigns’ win over Fatu at Backlash earlier this month wasn’t enough. He challenged Reigns to Tribal Combat at Clash in Italy – a match meant to put Reigns’ title of “Tribal Chief” on the line.

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Roman Reigns delivers a spear to Jacob Fatu during Clash in Italy at Inalpi Arena in Torino di Sangro, Italy, on May 31, 2026. (Andrew Timms/WWE)

Reigns had already dispatched challengers to his place in his family when it came to Tribal Combat. Jey Uso and Solo Sikoa both tried and failed over the years. Reigns was trying to make sure that Fatu would never challenge him again in an effort to “domesticate” him. One of the strategies was to eliminate Fatu’s use of the Tongan Death Grip – a move that Fatu has pulled out over and over again.

Reigns used a toolbox to crush Fatu’s hand and, for a moment, keep the use of the Tongan Death Grip at bay. It would take way more than that to keep Fatu down. Reigns knew he needed to dig deep. He speared Fatu through a barricade, trampling security members in the process.

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Jacob Fatu prepares for his match during Clash in Italy at Inalpi Arena in Torino di Sangro, Italy, on May 31, 2026. (Rich Freeda/WWE)

He walked around the ring yelling that he didn’t need anyone’s help as he took off the turnbuckles. Fatu tried to hit another Tongan Death Grip but couldn’t synch it in. Reigns countered with a Superman Punch, but Fatu ate all of them. Reigns tried for a spear, but Fatu hit it on Reigns first.

Fatu hit a pop-up Samona Drop and then a moonsault. Still, he couldn’t pin Reigns. On the second pin attempt, Reigns hit a low blow on Fatu. The two men, leaving it all on the line, were gassed in the middle of the ring.

Reigns got up and smashed Fatu’s head on the exposed turnbuckle. Fatu was dazed and Reigns speared him through the table. Fatu got back up and Reigns hit one more spear. It was the last one he needed.

Reigns defeated Fatu, keeping the World Heavyweight Championship and remaining the Head of the Table.

Roman Reigns celebrates his win during Clash in Italy at Inalpi Arena in Torino di Sangro, Italy, on May 31, 2026. (Andrew Timms/WWE)

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Fatu must now fall in line behind Reigns and The Usos. However, Solo Sikoa, Talla Tonga and Tama Tonga were also looking on to see Fatu’s loss.

Livingston striker Tete Yengi and former Italy Under-21 winger Cristian Volpato have been named in Australia’s 26-man squad for the World Cup despite the uncapped duo being late additions to Tony Popovic’s pre-tournament training squad.

But 41-times capped Hibernian forward Martin Boyle is one of those who misses out.

Yengi had been loaned out by Livingston to Japanese club Machida Zelvia in January despite his parent club struggling to avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership.

But the 25-year-old caught Popovic’s eye after scoring six goals in 22 appearances as his new side finished third in Japan’s East Region – and reached the final of the Asian Champions League.

Meanwhile, world governing body Fifa ratified Sassuolo 22-year-old Volpato’s decision to switch on Friday.

Former Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Mat Ryan, now of Levante, and Melbourne City striker Mathew Leckie are poised to equal the national record by being selected for a fourth World Cup.

Former Dundee United left-back Aziz Behich, now of Melbourne, and former Hull City midfielder Jackson Irvine, now at St Pauli are on track to feature at their third.

Meanwhile, Heart of Midlothian midfielder Cammy Devlin and Aberdeen-born Leicester City centre-half Harry Souttar, whose brother John is in the Scotland squad, are among those chosen for their second.

Also included are Swansea City centre-half Cameron Burgess, Watford winger Nestory Irankunda, Norwich City striker Mohamed Toure

Popovic said: “Some difficult decisions had to be made – that’s the nature of major tournaments.

“But it’s also a credit to all the players involved over the past few weeks who worked extremely hard during an extended and challenging pre-camp.”

Former Hearts defender Kye Rowles, now with DC United, had also been added late to the training squad but did not make the final selection.

Australia face Switzerland in their final pre-tournament friendly on Saturday before opening their finals campaign against Turkey on 14 June.

Shakur Stevenson has promised a knockout victory after a fiery exchange with a reigning world champion.

Stevenson is currently the WBO super-lightweight champion, capturing the belt with a unanimous decision win over Teofimo Lopez in January, becoming a four-weight world champion in the process.

The unbeaten sensation has since been linked to a number of different rivals, with it currently unknown whether he will remain at 140lbs or drop back down to lightweight, but now it is a super featherweight star that Stevenson has gone head-to-head with.

On Saturday, O’Shaquie Foster retained his WBC super featherweight belt with a majority decision win over Ray Ford, and he was then involved in a heated face-off with Stevenson in the ring after his victory.

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After promising during the exchange that he would knock out Foster, Stevenson has since taken to social media as the rivalry continues to intensify.

“Tell his h*e a*s pick up the phone we could run it next…Don’t say he a 30 pounder either he talked his way here now let’s go…Boy gone wanna shake my hand after saying he ain’t shaking hands Foh let’s fight.

“Look they starting already, This dude scream my name on every platform.. Lie and say he beat me up and ran me out the gym when Ian never run from nobody, I’m a man first gang Let’s get it.”

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Stevenson is a good friend of Ford, who suffered the defeat to Foster, so he appears keen to try and avenge that loss for his fellow New Jersey native, but it remains unknown which weight class the potential fight would be contested in.

For his part, Foster said he would move to 140 to make it happen, but 135 would be a much more level playing field and a weight Stevenson should not struggle to make.

Former unified featherweight world champion Yuriorkis Gamboa suffered defeat in his comeback bout, dropping a decision to Ecuador’s Alexander Espinoza in Fort Lauderdale.

The 44-year-old Olympic gold medallist was fighting for the first time since his 2022 stoppage loss to Isaac Cruz and had previously shared the ring with elite names including Terence Crawford, Devin Haney and Gervonta Davis during a professional career that didn’t quite reach the levels his amateur success signalled it might.

Though he was eventually stopped in the ninth, Gamboa showed flashes of real danger against Crawford, even hurting the naturally bigger pound-for-pound great during his early periods of success. ‘Bud’ later described it as one of the toughest fights of his career.

This weekend, Gamboa touched the canvas once and ultimately lost a split decision to Espinoza, who now holds a record of 21-5-1.

Elsewhere on the card, fellow Cuban great Guillermo Rigondeaux returned to winning ways with a points victory over Chilean veteran Jose Velasquez. The two-time Olympic gold medallist controlled much of the eight-round contest as he continued his career resurgence at 45 years old.

The victory was Rigondeaux’s third since 2023, following a distinguished career including a famous win over Nonito Donaire and high-profile defeats against the likes of Vasiliy Lomachenko and John Riel Casimero.

Whilst Rigondeaux may well continue in boxing at this level, Gamboa’s next chapter seems set for another combat sport, recently signing a multi-fight agreement with BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing, where the Olympic gold medallist hopes to become a champion.

First Published: May 31 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

BCCI President Mithun Manhas, left, and Secretary Devajit Saikia, right, hand over the tournament trophy to Rajat Patidar (PTI Photo)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar struggled to find words after guiding his side to a second successive IPL title, admitting that lifting the trophy for the franchise was something he never imagined when he joined the team.RCB completed a successful title defence with a five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Virat Kohli‘s unbeaten 75 anchored the chase after the bowlers had restricted GT to 155/8.Reflecting on the triumph, Patidar said the emotions were difficult to describe.“I think it feels superb, you know. When we came here, a lot of memory of last year, the way we played last year. But at the same time, we have to be more in the present and feeling good. I think I don’t have words to express, but I’m feeling good.”The RCB skipper revealed that bowling first was always part of the plan and praised his attack for executing it perfectly. Bengaluru’s bowlers removed Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan inside the powerplay, putting the Titans under pressure from the outset.“Yeah, it was a clear plan. I think when we win the toss, it’s easy to chase, you know, and our plan was easy – get their top three in the powerplay, so it will be easy for us. And the way our bowlers bowled throughout the tournament, not in this match, I think it was superb.”Patidar made sure to acknowledge the entire bowling unit for their contribution to RCB’s back-to-back titles.“And the way Bhuvi, Hazlewood and Rasikh – I want to mention every bowler, KP, Suyash, Sheppy – I think they bowled brilliantly throughout the tournament.”The title triumph capped a remarkable personal journey for Patidar, who joined RCB in 2022 and has now become one of only a handful of captains to successfully defend an IPL title.“To be honest, I never dreamed of that, to be a captain and lifting a trophy for RCB. I think it was all written and I’m grateful for it.”Patidar admitted there was less pressure on the squad this season after winning their maiden title a year ago, with confidence replacing the burden of expectation.“Yeah, obviously, I think last year there was a lot of pressure because it was the first year for us (winning the title). And this year, I think we were pretty much confident because of the way we played in this tournament and everyone was looking in a good frame of mind.”He also thanked RCB supporters for turning every venue into a home ground throughout the campaign.“It was good to see fans were coming in every ground wherever we go. It feels like a home ground for us. So I think overall it was great, great for RCB.”Patidar credited his improved batting form to extensive preparation before the tournament and the guidance he received from senior figures within the franchise.“I think before entering the tournament, the pre-tournament prep was very good for me. The way I looked at my batting, I tried to analyse where I can improve, which are the shots I can improve on against the fast bowlers especially.”“In the tournament I worked with DK and a lot of players, VK Bhai. I got so many inputs, ideas, and it helped me.”The RCB captain also highlighted Virat Kohli’s influence within the dressing room, praising the veteran batter for the way he supports younger players.“I think whenever I see him, on the field and off the field also, he is always there for the team. He is always there for the players, especially the new players who are coming in.”“They have a lot of hesitation to speak, but he goes straight away and talks to them. So I think it was superb.”Patidar ended his post-match remarks with a special message for the fans who followed the team across the country.“So this one is for you again, RCB fans – Ee Salanu Cup Namdu (This year also the cup is ours).”For a captain who never dreamed of leading RCB to a trophy, Patidar now has two IPL titles in two seasons, cementing his place in the franchise’s history.

Jill Scott and Maisie Adam rocked up late to Soccer Aid after presenting the women’s FA Cup final elsewhere

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Lioness legend Jill Scott and stand-up comedian Maisie Adam arrived nearly half an hour late to this year’s Soccer Aid at London Stadium. The duo are understood to have turned up a full 25 minutes after the 6.30pm kick-off time.

The reason for their lateness is thought to be down to both co-hosting Channel 4’s coverage of the Women’s FA Cup final between Manchester City and Brighton on the opposite side of the capital at Wembley Stadium.

Following the conclusion of their duties, Jill and 32-year-old Maisie had to dash to east London in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford – roughly 23 miles away. Yet they only made it midway through the opening half as cameras showed them taking their places on the bench for the England side.

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Soccer Aid, broadcast on ITV, is marking its 20th anniversary this year. The yearly charity football encounter continues its quest to generate crucial funds for international children’s charity UNICEF, while uniting a distinctive blend of world-class football icons and cherished celebrities.

Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney captained the England squad, which was overseen by co-founder Robbie Williams and managed by Harry Redknapp.

Additional well-known figures from the footballing world featured former men’s England players Jack Wilshere, Theo Walcott and Joe Hart.

Actors Danny Dyer, Tom Hiddleston and Adolescence star Owen Cooper also took part. TV personalities Paddy McGuinness, Jack Whitehall and Sam Thompson also had some cameos, alongside former England rugby player Joe Marler.

Radio presenter Jordan North, podcaster and presenter GK Barry, Love Island star Chloe Burrows and I’m A Celeb winner and YouTube sensation Angry Ginge rounded off England’s squad.

The latter put in a great performance at the back, which included several last-ditch blocks and clearances, to help England win 3-2 and also claim back-to-back player of the match awards.

On the World XI side, Olympic sprinting legend Usain Bolt took charge as manager. His side featured Edwin van der Sar, Michael Essien, Jordi Alba, Leonardo Bonucci, Dimitar Berbatov, Nemanja Matic, Nabhaan Rizwan, Nitro, Ali Krieger, Jen Beattie, Nicky Byrne, Dermot Kennedy, Chris O’Dowd, Richard Gadd, and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.

The World XI initially went three goals behind courtesy of a quickfire brace by Jermain Defoe and great strike from actor Damson Idris.

Essien pulled one back before Tim Cahill added a second late on. England XI were able to see out the game to claim victory with Angry Ginge and Rooney collectively lifting the trophy.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s remarkable IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another record as the Rajasthan Royals teenager became the first player in tournament history to win five major individual awards in a single season.Although Rajasthan Royals fell short of reaching the final, Sooryavanshi was the undisputed star of the tournament. The 15-year-old swept the awards night, collecting the Emerging Player of the Season, Super Striker of the Season, Super Sixes of the Season, Orange Cap and Most Valuable Player awards.It was a fitting reward for a campaign that completely redefined what was thought possible in the IPL.Sooryavanshi finished the season as the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 776 runs at a staggering strike rate of 237.30. He also smashed a record-breaking 72 sixes, comfortably surpassing Chris Gayle’s long-standing record of 59 sixes in a single IPL season.The teenager’s dominance was reflected in every major batting category. He won the Orange Cap for finishing as the highest run-getter, claimed the Super Striker award for his extraordinary scoring rate of 237.30, and secured the Super Sixes award after clearing the ropes 72 times during the campaign.His impact went far beyond those headline numbers. Sooryavanshi became the first uncapped batter in IPL history to score two centuries and broke Yashasvi Jaiswal’s record for the most runs by an uncapped player in a season by a massive margin.Among his standout performances was a breathtaking 16-ball half-century against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator, equalling the fastest fifty ever scored in an IPL playoff match. Earlier in the season, he blasted a 36-ball hundred against the same opposition, the third-fastest century in IPL history. Remarkably, he also owns the second-fastest IPL century.The youngster continued to rewrite the record books in Qualifier 2, where he became both the youngest batter and the fastest by balls faced to reach 1,000 IPL runs. He reached the landmark in just 440 deliveries, eclipsing Andre Russell’s previous record by 105 balls.The powerplay proved to be Sooryavanshi’s favourite hunting ground. Of his 776 runs, an astonishing 521 came in the first six overs, the highest tally recorded by any batter in that phase during an IPL season.His six-hitting numbers were perhaps even more extraordinary. Chris Gayle’s iconic 59-sixes season in 2012 came from 456 balls, a six every 7.7 deliveries. Sooryavanshi, by comparison, launched 72 sixes from only 327 balls faced, clearing the boundary once every 4.5 deliveries.While Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifted the trophy after defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final, the individual awards night belonged entirely to Sooryavanshi. At just 15 years of age, he produced one of the greatest batting seasons the IPL has ever witnessed and became the first player to walk away with five major awards in a single edition of the tournament.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL 2026 Awards