This Week in Sport
Another unmissable week of sport awaits! On Monday, the Boston Bruins host the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL. On Tuesday, the Atlanta Hawks face the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. That’s followed by the continuation of the Davis Cup Finals on Wednesday. On Thursday, Chelsea face Barcelona in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, and on Friday, the first Test of the highly-anticipated Ashes begins in Perth.
There is plenty more to enjoy at the weekend. The Formula 1 season continues with the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday, and on Sunday, Arsenal face Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
NHL: Boston Bruins v Carolina Hurricanes
Monday 17th November 12:00AM GMT (18th)/7:00PM Local
TD Garden, Boston
The Boston Bruins host the Carolina Hurricanes in a must-see NHL clash at TD Garden in Boston. This game sees two of the best teams in the NHL face off. The Bruins lead the Atlantic Division, and have won eight of their last nine games. Led by David Pastrnak and Morgan Geekie, the Bruins have surged back into contention after an average year last season. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes remain in the thick of the race for the Metropolitan Division title, and can go level on points with the New Jersey Devils with a win against the Bruins. The tandem of Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis are firmly at the helm of a team eager to return to the Conference Finals.
NBA: Atlanta Hawks v Detroit Pistons
Tuesday 18th November 12:30AM GMT (19th)/7:30PM Local
State Farm Arena, Atlanta
The Atlanta Hawks host the Detroit Pistons in a thrilling NBA game at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The Hawks have firmly established themselves as a team to watch in the intriguing Eastern Conference race. With Trae Young injured, Jalen Johnson has become the heart and soul of a Hawks team eager for success. Furthermore, wins against some of the NBA’s best teams already this seasons, proves that the Hawks are firmly in the title contender conversation. Meanwhile, the Pistons have established themselves as the best team in the Eastern Conference, starting the season 11-2. The young core of Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duran, and Ausar Thompson is one of the best in the league, and behind them, Detroit looks ready to contend for an NBA title. Additionally, a win over the Hawks would silence any doubts that the Pistons have built their impressive start on wins over weaker opponents.
Davis Cup: Italy v Austria
Wednesday 19th November 3:00PM GMT/4:00PM Local
Bologna Fiere Exhibition Center, Bologna
The Davis Cup Finals continue at the Bologna Fiere Exhibition Center. Wednesday’s Quarter-final matchup sees Italy face Austria for a place in the Semifinals. Two-time defending champions Italy boast two top-fifty singles players, led by world number 22, Flavio Cobolli. However, they will sorely miss world number two Jannik Sinner, who opted out of the Davis Cup to prepare for next year's Australian Open. Meanwhile, Austria enter the Quarterfinals with Filip Misolic, the world number 79, as their top player. However, Austria’s doubles players are both ranked inside the top 50, setting up their potential route to victory. The winner of this tie will face either France or Belgium in the Semifinals. The tournament continues until the Final on Sunday.
UEFA Women’s Champions League: Chelsea v Barcelona
Thursday 20th October 8:00PM GMT/8:00PM Local
Stamford Bridge, London
Chelsea host Barcelona in the UEFA Women’s Champions League at Stamford Bridge in London. After an opening draw with FC Twente, Chelsea have outscored their subsequent opponents 10-0. That puts them in fourth in the table going into this huge matchup. However, Chelsea will hope to get the boost of beating a giant like Barcelona, as their domestic campaign has grown tougher in recent weeks. Barcelona, on the other hand, are undefeated in continental play, and have outscored opponents 14-1 so far in the tournament. While Chelsea are elite and boast the firepower of Catarina Macário, Alyssa Thompson and Aggie Beever-Jones, will they be able to survive an offensive powerhouse that features Alexia Putellas, Claudia Pina, and Ewa Pajor?
The Ashes: Australia v England (1st Test) Day 1
Friday 21st November 2:30AM GMT/10:30AM Local
Perth Stadium, Perth
The Ashes begin as Australia host England at Perth Stadium. It has been a decade since England last lifted the Ashes urn and 14 years since Andrew Strauss led England to their last series victory on Australian soil. However, England may be looking at their best-ever chance to notch an opening Test win. Pat Cummins and Josh Hazelwood, two of Australia’s most important players, will both miss the first Test. Meanwhile, England might have Mark Wood to unleash on the fast pitch in Perth, if they feel his hamstring issue is resolved. While there have been concerns about the depth of England’s bowlers and the lack of a serious warm-up campaign, those can be put to bed with a win against an Australia not at full strength. Furthermore, with Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, Joe Root, and Ollie Pope looking in good form, England might be able to score this significant victory, even if they are projected to open as underdogs.
Formula 1: Las Vegas Grand Prix
Saturday 22nd November 4:00AM GMT (23rd)/8:00PM Local
Las Vegas Street Circuit, Las Vegas
The Formula One season continues with the Las Vegas Grand Prix at the Las Vegas Street Circuit. Lando Norris only needed a single weekend to put one hand on the Drivers’ Championship trophy. A clean sweep of both races at Interlagos, combined with a disappointing weekend for Oscar Piastri, has put Norris 24 points clear at the top of the standings. While he can’t secure the title in Las Vegas, he can set himself up to win it next weekend in Qatar. Meanwhile, Piastri’s fate is fully out of his own hands. Not only does he need to win out the rest of the season, he also needs to hope that his McLaren teammate suffers some bad luck in the coming races. However, Las Vegas presents an intriguing stop on the calendar. While one of F1’s newest races, it has not emerged as a strength for either McLaren driver, with both yet to podium at the race. Could this open the door for a final last-gasp title challenge from Max Verstappen, who won the race in 2023?
Premier League: Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur
Sunday 23rd November 4:30PM GMT/4:30PM Local
Emirates Stadium, London
Arsenal host rivals Tottenham Hotspur in a clash at the top of the Premier League table at the Emirates Stadium in London. Returning from the international break, Arsenal hold a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League table and have not lost in any competition since August. However, a thrilling draw against Sunderland just before the November break proved that the Gunners are not invincible. Meanwhile, an up and down Spurs side find themselves in fifth. Thomas Frank is gradually turning around a side that finished 17th last season. This is a must-win match for both sides as they hope to gain North London gloating rights. A loss for the hosts, combined with a win for Manchester City on Saturday, would see their lead atop the table reduced to a single point.
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Written and information correct on 17th November 2025 at 6AM GMT.
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