This Week in Sport
These are some of our highlights for this week in sport, with action going on in the UK and globally.
It is a landmark week on the sporting calendar, with global tournaments beginning, major championships returning, and blockbuster fixtures across multiple sports.
Winter Olympics Get Underway
The Winter Olympics begin on Friday and will run for 16 days, delivering one of the biggest spectacles in world sport. Across the Games, athletes will compete in more than 100 medal events spanning over 15 disciplines, including alpine skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, figure skating, speed skating, curling, biathlon, and ski jumping.
In total, over 300 medals will be awarded, with the world’s top winter athletes representing nations from across the globe. From the drama of downhill skiing to the precision of figure skating and the intensity of ice hockey, the Winter Olympics promise daily moments of history, heartbreak, and sporting brilliance.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Begins
Cricket takes centre stage on Saturday as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway. Featuring the best white ball teams in the world, the tournament brings together traditional powerhouses and rising nations, all chasing the shortest format’s ultimate prize.
Teams to watch include defending champions England, alongside India, Australia, Pakistan, South Africa, and New Zealand, while sides such as the West Indies and Afghanistan have shown they can trouble anyone on their day. With explosive batting, tactical bowling, and fine margins, the T20 World Cup always delivers high drama from the very first ball.
You can read more about the tournament, format, and key storylines in our dedicated blog here
https://event-exec.co.uk/blog/the-2026-icc-mens-t20-world-cup/
Six Nations Rugby Returns
The Six Nations returns this weekend, marking one of the most anticipated periods in the rugby calendar. Round one features three heavyweight clashes
Ireland v France
Italy v Scotland
England v Wales
Ireland and France enter the championship as early favourites, while England and Wales renew one of rugby’s fiercest rivalries. With Grand Slam ambitions, World Cup cycles, and national pride all at stake, the Six Nations consistently delivers intensity, atmosphere, and unforgettable moments across its five weeks.
Carabao Cup Second Round
Midweek football continues with the Carabao Cup second round on Tuesday and Wednesday. Standout fixtures include Arsenal v Chelsea and Manchester City v Newcastle, as top flight sides aim to progress in one of English football’s most competitive knockout competitions.
Premier League of Darts Launch Night
The Premier League of Darts gets underway with Night One in Newcastle. The opening night is always a statement moment, with the sport’s elite looking to set the tone for the season in front of packed arenas and a global audience.
Saturday Fight Night
Saturday night brings a major boxing clash as Nick Ball takes on Brandon Figueroa. Both fighters arrive with momentum, making this a must watch bout with significant implications for the division.
Weekend Football Across All Leagues
The weekend sees football return across the Championship, League One, League Two, Women’s Super League, Premiership Rugby, and the Premier League. Highlight fixtures include Manchester United v Tottenham and Liverpool v Manchester City, games that could shape the title race and European qualification picture.
From the Winter Olympics and global cricket to Six Nations rugby, knockout football, darts, and boxing, it is another action packed week of sport in the UK and across the globe.