Leicester Riders v Sheffield Sharks

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Friday 23 Apr 2027

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19:30 Local Time

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Leicester Arena • 

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Leicester Riders are one of Britain’s best-known professional basketball teams, based in Leicester, England. Founded in 1967, the club has a long history in the national game and has competed in the British Basketball League, winning major honours including league championships, BBL Cup titles and playoff trophies. Riders play their home games at the Mattioli Arena, formerly known as Morningside Arena, a purpose-built venue in Leicester that hosts basketball and other events. The club has developed and featured many notable British and international players; former captain Drew Sullivan is among its celebrated names, while players such as Andy Thomson and Jamell Anderson have also represented the team. Leicester Riders are recognised for their sustained success, strong local support and contributions to basketball development, including community programmes and youth pathways. Their achievements have helped establish the club as a leading name in British basketball. Fans searching for Leicester Riders fixtures, results, players, trophies and arena information can follow the team’s campaigns in domestic competitions and learn more about its place in the history of the sport.

The Sheffield Sharks are a professional basketball team based in Sheffield, England, and one of the country’s longest-established clubs, founded in 1991. They compete in Super League Basketball, after many seasons in the British Basketball League (BBL), and have built a strong record in British domestic competitions. The Sharks have won major honours including the BBL Championship, BBL Playoffs, BBL Cup and BBL Trophy, with success spanning several decades. Their home court is the Canon Medical Arena, a purpose-built venue in Sheffield that opened in 2023 and hosts league games and other events. The club has featured a succession of British and international players, developing local talent alongside experienced professionals; former Shark Tony Dorsey is among the notable names associated with its history. Known for energetic basketball and strong community connections, Sheffield Sharks represent the city in the national game and welcome supporters to home fixtures throughout the season. Fans looking for Sheffield Sharks fixtures, results, players, competitions and stadium information can follow the team’s progress in Super League Basketball and explore the club’s history of championship and cup achievements.