Sunday, July 28, 2024

Robert Downey Jr to return to Marvel as Doctor Doom

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Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel superhero world after five years, but not as Iron Man. Instead, he will portray Dr. Victor Von Doom, a significant villain in the comic book series. Downey Jr. will appear in Avengers: Doomsday, set to release in May 2026, followed by Secret Wars a year later. The announcement was made at Comic Con in San Diego, where Downey Jr. appeared on stage dressed as Doctor Doom before revealing himself.


He expressed excitement about the role, saying, "I like playing complicated characters." Downey Jr., now 59, was a pivotal figure in launching the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with *Iron Man in 2008. His last Marvel appearance was in *Avengers: Endgame in 2019. Earlier this year, he won an Oscar for his role in *Oppenheimer.

Marvel is planning three more films in 2025 before the Avengers returns to the big screen. Captain America: Brave New World will feature Harrison Ford replacing the late William Hurt as General Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross. Florence Pugh will star in Thunderbolts, and Pedro Pascal will debut in the Marvel Universe in *The Fantastic 4: First Steps. While the Marvel franchise has generated $30 billion in box office revenue, recent profits have slowed. However, the success of *Deadpool & Wolverine*, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, which made $96 million on its opening day, suggests a potential revival.
Last year, Marvel dropped Jonathan Majors, who played the villain Kang the Conqueror, following his conviction for assault.

Who is Belal Muhammad - Belal Muhammad Bio

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Born     July 9, 1988 (age 36)
                   Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Nickname   Remember the Name
Height     5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight     170 lb (77 kg; 12 st)
Division Welterweight
Reach     72 in (183 cm)[1]
Fighting out of   Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Team  Roufusport (2013–present)[2]
Chicago Fight Team (2010–present)[3]
       Valle Flow Striking
Rank        Brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu[1]
Years active   2012–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total          28
Wins          24
By knockout    5
By submission  1
By decision  18
Losses        3
By knockout    1
By decision  2
No contests  1

On July 7, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 90, Muhammad made his UFC debut, as a short-notice replacement, against Alan Jouban.He lost the fight via unanimous decision.Both participants were awarded Fight of the Night honors for their performances

Muhammad next faced Augusto Montaño on September 17, 2016, at UFC Fight Night 94.He won the fight via TKO in the third round.

Muhammad was expected to face Lyman Good on November 12, 2016, at UFC 205. However, on October 24, Good was pulled from the card after being notified by USADA of a potential anti-doping violation stemming from an out-of-competition drug test sample collected ten days earlier.He was replaced by Vicente Luque. Muhammad lost the fight via knockout in the first round.

Muhammad was a short notice replacement and stepped in to face Randy Brown on February 11, 2017, at UFC 208. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

Muhammad faced Jordan Mein on July 8, 2017, at UFC 213. He won the fight by unanimous decision.

Muhammad was expected to face Jesse Taylor on November 19, 2017, at UFC Fight Night: Werdum vs. Tybura.However, on September 13, it was announced that Taylor was pulled from the card after being notified by USADA of a potential doping violation stemming from an out-of-competition drug test conducted on August 22. He was replaced by Tim Means. Muhammad won the fight via split decision.

Muhammad was expected to face Niko Price on June 1, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 131.However, Price was removed from the bout on May 22 for undisclosed reasons and replaced by promotional newcomer Chance Rencountre.Muhammad won the fight via unanimous decision.

Muhammad was scheduled to meet Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos on September 22, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 137. However, on September 14, 2018, Muhammad was pulled from the bout and he was replaced by newcomer Luigi Vendramini.


In an intense matchup at UFC 304, Belal Muhammad dethroned Leon Edwards to become the new champion. U

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Belal Muhammad, known by his nickname "Remember the Name," delivered a memorable performance at UFC 304, defeating Leon Edwards to capture the welterweight championship. The bout, held at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, England, showcased Muhammad's versatile skill set, combining stifling grappling and much-improved striking. The judges scored the fight 48-47, 48-47, and 49-46, all in favor of Muhammad.

This victory was particularly significant as it marked a rematch from their 2021 encounter, which ended in a no-contest due to an accidental eye poke that left Muhammad unable to continue. This time, Muhammad capitalized on the opportunity, demonstrating his growth and preparation, bolstered by training with former lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Muhammad started the fight aggressively, taking Edwards to the canvas early in the first round. Although Edwards managed to return to his feet and land some significant strikes, including a knee to the midsection and a left uppercut, Muhammad responded with an uppercut and secured another takedown.

The second round saw Muhammad maintaining his momentum, matching Edwards' hand speed and securing additional takedowns. Even when Edwards attempted a rear-naked choke in the third round, Muhammad's defense held strong, preventing the champion from gaining a decisive advantage.

In the fourth round, Edwards landed a left hook, but Muhammad continued to dominate with his grappling, securing yet another takedown. Edwards' brief reversal towards the end of the round wasn't enough to change the fight's outcome. In the final round, Muhammad's relentless pressure and multiple takedowns solidified his control, despite Edwards landing a late elbow that caused a cut on Muhammad.

Muhammad's victory ended Edwards' 13-fight unbeaten streak, the first defeat for the English fighter in over eight years. After the fight, Muhammad proudly declared his individuality, saying, "He said I'm no Khabib [Nurmagomedov] or Georges St-Pierre. I'm Belal Muhammad. I'm my own man. Now the world knows it and sees it; now they have to respect it. I'm a world champion."

UFC President Dana White suggested that an immediate rematch between Muhammad and Edwards was unlikely, describing the fight as "wasn't a barnburner," indicating that other contenders might get their shot at the new champion first.


 

Arsenal vs Man United

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In a pre-season match as part of Manchester United's Tour 2024, Rasmus Højlund scored his first goal for the club, wearing the number 9 shirt. Despite this early success, United lost 2-1 to Arsenal in regular time but managed to secure a 4-3 victory in a penalty shootout.


Højlund's goal came just over nine minutes into the game. After receiving a pass from Marcus Rashford, he powered through Arsenal's defense and slipped the ball through the legs of goalkeeper Karl Hein. Unfortunately, Højlund's appearance was cut short due to a possible injury after he appeared to catch his studs in the turf. Hannibal Mejbri replaced him.

Arsenal equalized through Gabriel Jesus, who scored despite being in an offside position, as VAR was not in use. United almost regained the lead shortly after, but Mason Mount's powerful shot was saved by Hein.

Both teams made several substitutions at half-time, with United fielding a mix of experienced players and promising academy graduates. Notably, new signing Lenny Yoro was replaced by Rhys Bennett due to an injury scare, and Will Fish and Toby Collyer also saw playing time.
United's goalkeeper Andre Onana, who played the entire match, made a crucial save to deny Leandro Trossard and keep the score level. The match ended 1-1, and United went on to win the penalty shootout 4-3.


Friday, July 26, 2024

Deadpool & Wolverine" is a tedious experience that fails to deliver, often feeling like it's devouring its own potential.

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When Fox Studios released the first Deadpool movie in 2016, it felt like a refreshing and unapologetically funny antidote to the growing fatigue with comic-book movies. Wade Wilson, known as Deadpool, is a foul-mouthed mercenary who dismantles both his enemies and the Fourth Wall with reckless abandon.

Throughout the film, Deadpool frequently breaks the fourth wall, mocking superhero movie clichés with such dry humor that you almost forget you're watching a superhero movie. Ryan Reynolds, Hollywood's sharpest leading man, seemed to have created the perfect vehicle for this irreverent warning shot. I enjoyed the movie immensely; however, by the time Deadpool 2 arrived in 2018, the self-aware humor started to come off as overly self-satisfied.

Now we have a third installment, Deadpool and Wolverine, which incorporates some recent trends in the movie industry. When Disney acquired Fox a few years ago, Deadpool and other mutant characters from the X-Men series officially became part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

This new context puts the latest movie in a somewhat tricky position. It tries to poke fun at its corporate overlords; one of the first things Deadpool says is, "Marvel is so stupid." However, the film also has to adhere to the narrative constraints of the MCU. It attempts to have it both ways: acting as brand extension while satirizing brand extension.


Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Brazil vs. Colombia Live Updates: 1-1 Draw Secures Knockout Stage Spots for Both Teams

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Brazil's defender #03 Eder Militao (L) and midfielder #24 Ederson (C), along with their teammates, argue with Venezuelan referee Jesus Valenzuela (2nd L) at the end of the 2024 Copa America Group D match between Brazil and Colombia. 


Catch Sportstar’s highlights of the Copa America 2024 Group D clash between Brazil and Colombia from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Aneesh Dey provided all the pre-match buildup and minute-by-minute updates from the match.

Copa America action continues Tuesday on FS1 as Brazil faces Colombia at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

After a hard-fought battle, the match concluded in a draw, with Colombia emerging as the leaders of Group D. Colombia had already secured their spot in the next stage of the tournament before this match and will now face Panama.

Brazil, finishing second in Group D after the draw, will advance to the quarter-finals, where they will take on Uruguay.

Thursday, June 20, 2024

2024 Copa America Update

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The 2024 Copa America is set to take place in the United States this summer. Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, will aim to retain their title against strong contenders such as Brazil, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament will begin on June 20 with Argentina facing the winner of a playoff match, and it will be broadcast exclusively on FOX Networks until the final on July 14.