This Week in Sport: 5th May − 11th May 2025
The week ahead is filled with unmissable sport. The World Snooker Championship concludes on Monday. Inter Milan host Barcelona in the second leg of their Champions League Semi-final on Tuesday. On Wednesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder face the Denver Nuggets in the NBA playoffs. There is more playoff action on Thursday as the Washington Capitals host the Carolina Hurricanes in the NHL before Friday sees the Giro d’Italia get underway in Albania.
Saturday features the unmissable UFC 315, where two titles are on the line. To close the week, Sunday brings a significant Premier League clash as Newcastle United battle Chelsea for control of a Top 5 place.
Snooker Majors: World Championship Day 17
Monday 5th May 12:00PM GMT/1:00PM Local
Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
The Final of the World Snooker Championship concludes at the Crucible in Sheffield. Heading into the second day, amateur Zhao Xintong holds an 11-6 lead over three-time World Champion Mark Williams and is on his way to becoming snooker’s first Chinese World Champion. However, if there’s anyone who can make a historic comeback, it’s the Welsh Potting Machine. This should be a must-watch event to start your week.
UEFA Champions League: Inter Milan v Barcelona
Tuesday 6th May 7:00PM GMT/9:00PM Local
San Siro, Milan
Tied at 3-3, Inter Milan host Barcelona at the San Siro in Milan for the second leg of their Champions League Semi-final. The first meeting between these two European juggernauts was arguably the best match of this season’s tournament. Inter Milan hope to return to the Champions League Final for the second time in three seasons, while Barcelona aim for their first appearance in the Final since lifting the trophy in 2015. With the precedent set by the first leg, this is a match you won’t want to miss.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder v Denver Nuggets
Wednesday 7th May 01:30AM GMT (8th)/8:30PM Local
Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Denver Nuggets at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City for Game 2 of their NBA Western Conference Semi-final series. Entering the week, the Thunder have enjoyed a lengthy break since sweeping the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round. Their high-powered offense and league-leading defense make it clear why they were the NBA’s best team during the regular season. Meanwhile, the Nikola Jokic led Nuggets needed seven games to beat the Clippers but know they can beat OKC, as evidenced by an impressive 140-127 win when the two sides met back in March. This should be a gripping series for a place in the Western Conference Finals against either the Golden State Warriors or the Minnesota Timberwolves.
NHL: Washington Capitals v Carolina Hurricanes
Thursday 8th May 11:00PM GMT/7:00PM Local
Capital One Arena, Washington
The Washington Capitals face the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of their NHL Playoffs Second Round series at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. A matchup between long-time Metropolitan division rivals, who both cruised through their respective first-round matchups 4-1. The Capitals boast living legend Alex Ovechkin and a deep supporting cast, such as Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson. However, the Hurricanes bring an exceptionally balanced roster led by Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis. After evenly splitting their four regular-season matchups, fans will be eager to see which of these high-flying sides will prevail under the higher stakes of the playoffs.
Giro d’Italia: Giro d’Italia Stage 1
Friday 9th May 11:00AM GMT/1:00PM Local
Durrës, Albania
The 2025 Giro d’Italia begins with a 160km hilly stage from the coastal Albanian city of Durrës to the nation’s capital, Tirana. With 2024 champion Tadej Pogačar choosing to skip this year’s race, a highly competitive field will vie for the pink jersey. 2023 winner Primož Roglič is viewed as the favourite entering the race, but he will face stiff competition from the likes of Spanish wonderkid Juan Ayuso, twin brothers Adam and Simon Yates, and rising Italian star Antonio Tiberi. The race remains in Albania for the rest of the weekend before traveling to Italy on Monday.
UFC: UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena
Saturday 10th May 02:00AM GMT (11th)/10:00PM Local
Bell Center, Montreal
UFC 315 takes place at the Bell Centre in Montreal. The UFC’s first event in Montreal since 2015 brings with it a pair of must-see title fights. Belal Muhammad makes his first title defense of his Welterweight belt against Jack Della Maddalena - the former Eternal MMA Welterweight champion who hasn’t lost since 2016. Meanwhile, Valentina Shevchenko marks the start of her second stint as UFC Women’s Flyweight champion with a title defense against Manon Fiorot. Also on the fight card, former Women’s Flyweight champion, Alexa Grasso, has a fight with Natália Silva, as Grasso works to earn another shot at the belt.
Premier League: Newcastle United v Chelsea
Sunday 11th May 11:00AM GMT/12:00PM Local
St. James’ Park, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Newcastle United host Chelsea in a vital Premier League clash at St. James’ Park in Newcastle. Entering the week, the Magpies are fourth in the Premier League while Chelsea are fifth. A win for either side would move themselves one step closer to guaranteeing Champions League football next season. Newcastle will enter this match looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-1 draw with Brighton over the weekend. Meanwhile, Chelsea have a midweek match in the Conference League but will be riding the momentum of a huge win over Liverpool on Sunday.
Photo by: Oklahoma City Thunder
Written and information correct on 5th May 2025 at 6AM GMT.
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