BY JITU JANGIR

UFC Fight Night: Smith vs. Rakić is scheduled to take place on August 29, 2020, at the UFC APEX facility in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.## A featherweight bout between The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America featherweight winner Yair Rodríguez and Zabit Magomedsharipov was expected to serve as the event headliner. However, Rodríguez pulled out of the bout on August 5 with an ankle injury and Magomedsharipov announced he will not fight on the event as well.## You can look a the full match card below:## Main Event: Aleksandar Rakic defeated Anthony Smith by Unanimous Decision (30-36, 30-27, 30-27)## Co-Main Event: Neil Magny defeated Robbie Lawler by Unanimous Decision (30-27 x 3)## Alexa Grasso defeated Ji Yeon Kim by Unanimous Decision## Ricardo Lamas defeated Bill Algeo via unanimous decision (29-27, 29-27, 29-27)## ESPN/ESPN+ PRELIMS, 6PM/3PM ETPT## Impa Kasanganay defeated Maki Pitolo (30-27 x 3) by Unanimous Decision## Zak Cummings defeated Alessio Di Chirico by Unanimous Decision(29-28, 29-28, 30-27)## Alex Caceres defeated Austin Springer by Submission, Rear Naked Choke, Round 1, 3:38## Sean Brady defeated Christian Aguilera by Submission, Guillotine Choke, Round 2, 1:47## Polyana Viana defeated Emily Whitmire by Submission, Armbar, Round 1, 1:53## Mallory Martin defeated Hannah Cifers by Submission, Rear Naked Choke, Round 2, 1:33##

BY SUNIT JANGIR

The online learning platform, Unacademy has been associated with the Indian Premier League for three years as an official partner, The Indian Premier League Governing Council (IPL GC) announced on Saturday (August 29). ## The Bengaluru-based edutech firm will be the official partner of the IPL starting from the Dream 11 IPL 2020 edition which is scheduled to start on September 19 in the UAE, with their partnership with the T20 league covering three seasons. ## "We are pleased to have Unacademy on board as the 'Official Partner' of the Indian Premier League 2020 to 2022. IPL Is the most-watched cricket league in India and as a homegrown Indian edutech company we believe that Unacademy can create a huge positive impact on the aspirations of the audience watching, especially the millions of Indian youth who are seeking inspiration in their careers," said Brijesh Patel, chairman of the IPL.## "We are delighted to become the Official Partner of IPL. Unacademy is a high-intensity brand that has disrupted the education and learning market with innovations and broken geographical barriers for Learners and Educators. The IPL has a similar history of disruption and innovation that have not only brought cricket fans closer to the game but also catapulted it to become one of the top sporting events in the world", said Karan Shroff, VP - Marketing, Unacademy.## "With this partnership, we will double-down on our efforts to make Unacademy the biggest brand in the consumer internet space in India. We thank the BCCI and IPL for the opportunity and look forward to a long and fruitful partnership", he added. ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

As the cinemas have slowly and steadily started to re-open across the world amid the covid-19 pandemic, many films including the latest movies have been released in the different parts of the world. However, theaters are yet to open in India as coronavirus cases are rising at a rapid pace. ## Reliance Entertainment has re-released its 4 movies in the USA that is the worst affected country in the world in terms of the COVID-19 pandemic. On August 28, the production company re-released Hrithik Roshan and Mrunal Thakur starrer Super 30, Ranveer Singh and Sara Ali Khan's Simmba, Bhumi Pednekar and Taapsee Pannu's Saand Ki Aankh, and multi-starrer Golmaal Again in the United States of America. ## #GolmaalAgain will also be re-released in the US on August 28#AjayDevgn | #ArshadWarsi | #RohitShetty pic.twitter.com/BDm44EFQR4— Sacnilk Entertainment (@SacnilkEntmt) August 28, 2020 ## Not so long ago, Rohit Shetty directorial Golmaal Again re-released in New Zealand after the lockdown was lifted in the country. It is the comedy movie with a supernatural twist that starred Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Khemu, Shreyas Talpade, Parineeti Chopra, Tabu, Johnny Lever, Prakash Raj and Neil Nitin Mukesh in the lead roles. ## Super 30 is a biographical drama film that is directed by Vikas Bahl. The movie is based on the life of mathematics educator Anand Kumar and his educational program named 'Super 30'. Hrithik Roshan played the character of Anand Kumar. ## Saand Ki Aankh starring Bhumi Pednekar and Taapsee Pannu in the protagonist roles is also a biographical drama film directed by Tushar Hiranandani. It is based on the lives of sharpshooters Chandro and Prakashi Tomar. ## On the other hand, Simmba is an action masala film that is directed by Rohit Shetty. Simmba is the third installment of Shetty's Police Universe after Singham (2011) and Singham Returns (2014). ## Stay tuned...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Bigg Boss 13 was one of the most talk about seasons that broke all the TRP records. The 13th season of this controversial show was the longest as well with makers had extended the show for 5 more weeks after it got an unprecedented response from the viewers. ## One of the main reasons for the success of the show has been the host, Salman Khan who brings a different kind of excitement in the show. With season 13 was over a way back, the preparation of the 14th season is in full swing. Salman Khan will return as the host of this reality show yet again. The actor has shot for multiple promos of the show which will go on air soon on Colors. ## It was earlier reported that Salman Khan had demanded the makers to increase his remuneration and now, according to reports, the actor is being paid INR 250 crore for season 14. The actor will reportedly be shooting once a week with two episodes a day, for 12 weeks. The amount per day of the shoot is as high as Rs. 20.50 crore, which averages to Rs. 10.25 crore per episode.## The report further stated that it's a blanket deal with Salman, which also requires him to be present at certain award shows of the television channel. ## Talking about the start of the Bigg Boss 14, it was earlier scheduled to begin from September but now, it reportedly got delayed and is expected to start from mid-October. This year, there will be a total of 16 contestants will enter the house, out of them, 13 will be celebrities, and the rest 3 will be commoners. ## Apart from Bigg Boss 14, Salman Khan is expected to complete shooting for his next film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai soon of which nearly 10 to 15 days of shoot left. He then will move on to Tiger 3 by February next year of which the official announcement is expected to be made on the birth anniversary of Yash Chopra. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

This week's Friday Night SmackDown saw Jeff Hardy cheering up with Title victory celebration. He just happened to be there in order to issue an open challenge. Meanwhile, AJ Styles intervened Jeff Hardy possibly demanding a rematch. But AJ Styles was bound to take a step back as he was not medically cleared to fight. Thus it gave Nakamura a chance to get his hands on the title.## Let's go through the full recap.## Back from the break as we were digging our eyes on the Intercontinental Championship match between Nakamura and Jeff Hardy. Nakamura looked a little injured by his leg as Nakamura caught him earlier. Jeff Hardy sent Nakamura out of the ring and then drove him back form the commentary box. Jeff Hardy followed him outside and sent him flying to the commentary box that hit AJ Styles who was also there.## Back from the commercial break as Nakamura continued to attack Jeff Hardy's leg. Jeff Hardy all the way at the top and jumped over Nakamura. Nakamura dropped Jeff Hardy on his back. Nakamura at the top rope with the knee for the cover kicked out at two.## Nakamura looked for the last move, but Jeff Hardy instead with Twist of fate and then all the way to the top rope for the jump which he landed successfully. Jeff Hardy with the cover to retain the title.## Stay tuned to Sacnilk...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Coming as a massive set back for Chennai Super Kings, Suresh Raina will miss the entire season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 due to personal reasons. The franchise has confirmed the news on Twitter. ## "Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will be unavailable for the remainder of the IPL season. Chennai Super Kings offers complete support to Suresh and his family during this time. KS Viswanathan, CEO", read the tweet. ## Suresh Raina has returned to India for personal reasons and will be unavailable for the remainder of the IPL season. Chennai Super Kings offers complete support to Suresh and his family during this time.KS ViswanathanCEO— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) August 29, 2020 ## The 33-year-old, who recently announced his retirement from international cricket, traveled with the CSK squad to Dubai on August 21. He had also been part of a five-day pre-departure camp in Chennai along with captain MS Dhoni, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur, Ambati Rayudu, M Vijay and bowling consultant Laxmipathy Balaji. ## Suresh Raina missing IPL 2020, is a significant blow for the three-time IPL champions, CSK. He has been CSK's backbone over the years and also the team's leading run-getter, aggregating 4527 runs from 164 IPL games for the franchise. The No.3 batsman featured in 158 consecutive games for CSK (IPL + CPL) before missing his first game in the 2018 season with a calf injury. ## Earlier, Chennai Super Kings extended its quarantine period for one more week after a few members from the team tested positive for the COVID-19. Today (August 29), the coronavirus positive tally of the CSK team increased as Ruturaj Gaekwad also caught the COVID-19. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Last week RETRIBUTION reemerged on the red brand, Randy Orton indecently undertook Drew McIntyre, Asuka retained the Raw Women’s Title in a Lumberjack Match against Sasha Banks, Akira Tozawa reclaims 24/7 Title in Fatal 4-Way Match. The Riott Squad & Bianca Belair def. The IIconics & Zelina Vega.## Apollo Crews defeat Bobby Lashley – Arm Wrestling Competition, Bobby Lashley dominates in Raw Underground, Randy Orton def. Keith Lee by disqualification, Rey & Dominik Mysterio def. Seth Rollins & Murphy by disqualification.## The upcoming Monday Night Raw Episode will be the first display after WWE Payback which is scheduled to air on Aug. 23, 2020. This week's Monday Night Raw main event will highlight a Singles match between Seth Rollins Vs. Rey Mysterio.## In the recently released promo for Seth Rollins Vs. Rey Mysterio, WWE has teased for a square off match between both the superstars. WWE is likely to put a full stop for this rivalry going extended for the time bring.## Covering up the show, We might behold for a Handicap match between Mickie James Vs. Lana & Natalya. The Frustration led to the ultimate Superkick for Lana and a massive push for Natalya as they both were top to tease Mickie James.## Below check out the full match card with predictions;## Seth Rollins Vs. Rey Mysterio [Singles Match]## Regardless of the outcome at WWE Payback, Rey Mysterio is determined to face Seth Rollins on Monday Night Raw. This Monday, the battle can't be stopped as the determined Rey Mysterio goes one-on-one with a malicious Mondy Night Messiah Seth Rollins. Following months of personal and gruesome attacks that has been laid down from both sides, But Seth Rollins has emerged out with savageness towards Rey Mysterio family. Will the master of the 619 put an end to his vendetta. This going to be spectacular main event of the night.## Mickie James Vs. Lana & Natalya [Handicap Match][Predicton]## Last Lana and Natalya were on the mic. Natalya and Lana came off with a little big provoking way with Mickie James having an unscreened tribute to six-time Women's Mickey James through a video, they went on to mock as nothing emerged on the big screen. Mickey James rand down towards the ring. Natalya somehow stepped, but Mickey James instead with a shove and then a kick on Lana amusing both of them. This can be a leading Handicap match where Lana & Natalya go two on one Handicap match against Mickie James.## Stay tuned to Sacnilk...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Bigg Boss 13 winner Sidharth Shukla is doing a noble cause and has come out to support of an acid attack survivor named Saraswati. In his recent Instagram story, the actor lends his support to Saraswati and also requested people to raise funds for her treatment. ## "Let's Support Saraswati – An acid Attack Survivor. Saraswati's drunkard husband poured acid on her while she was sleeping, she was badly burnt with acid. After that incident, she is facing economic issues. After pouring acid on Saraswati, he committed suicide", Sidharth wrote in his story.## "Now the burnt Saraswati is battling for her treatment and her livelihood. Her two minor children are dependent on her. She has no support. Saraswati was given medical treatment at a government hospital, she stayed there for five months but still her treatment for nose, ears, and surgeries are pending. She has no source of income, We need to shift her to New Delhi for her treatment in a private hospital".## "She needs major surgeries, nose, and ear treatment. We need to treat and rehabilitate her so that after recovery she be able to support her two minor children. The Laxmi Foundation humbly request you all to extend help in this effort of rehabilitating Saraswati. @thelaxmiagarwal", the actor added. ## In his Insta story, Sidharth Shukla mentioned Laxmi Agarwal who is an acid attack survivor, a campaigner for rights of acid attack victims, and a TV host. Sidharth was inspired by her and got emotional when she made a guest appearance during one of the weekend ka vaar episodes of Bigg Boss 13.## Sidharth Shukla had also helped one of his fans whose father tested positive for the covid-19. He had helped his fan and arranged a bed for her father in Brahma Kumari hospital of Andheri of Mumbai. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Reportedly, WWE is forging a Huge plan regarding Roman Reigns' heel turn in WWE. This week's WWE Payback go-home episode of SmackDown ended with OMG reaction from the fans as we didn't expect that much coming this Sunday. Roman Reigns officially joined Paul Heyman ringside at WWE Payback for Universal Title match.## According to the latest report from PWInsider, that Reigns, as the newest "Paul Heyman Guy," is scheduled to be scheduled as the top SmackDown heel going forward in the future. However, WWE has already forged the way in making Braun Strowman heel.## While WWE Universal Champion "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt is being majored to portray as a top babyface for the blue brand. ## As noted, This Sunday's Payback 2020, main even will see "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt defend the WWE Universal Title against Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman in a No Holds Barred Triple Threat match.## More importantly to be noted that Paul Heyman will be joining ringside for Roman Reigns at WWE Payback 2020.## *REPLY WITH A GIF*What is your reaction to @WWERomanReigns teaming up with @HeymanHustle 🤯#SmackDown #WWEPayback pic.twitter.com/9PPaujKYyR— WWE on BT Sport (@btsportwwe) August 29, 2020 Stay tuned to Sacnilk...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Marvel's superhero movie, 'Black Panther' actor Chadwick Boseman has died of colon cancer at the age of 43, his family has said in a statement on August 29. The actor was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer in 2016 had been battling this for four years. ## "Chadwick was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer in 2016, and battled with it these last 4 years as it progressed to stage 4", his family said in the statement. ## "A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much. From Marshall to Da 5 Bloods, August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and several more- all were filmed during and between countless surgeries and chemotherapy. It was the honor of his career to bring King T'Challa to life in Black Panther", read the statement. pic.twitter.com/aZ2JzDf5ai— Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020 ## Boseman became a household name after appearing as the Marvel superhero Black Panther in 2016's Captain America: Civil War, and then in director Ryan Coogler's 2018 film. He followed it up with two more appearances as the character in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. His most recent film appearance was in director Spike Lee's Da 5 Bloods, which released on Netflix earlier this year.## Marvel pays tribute to the actor via its official Twitter handle, "Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace", the tweet read. ## Our hearts are broken and our thoughts are with Chadwick Boseman’s family. Your legacy will live on forever. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/DyibBLoBxz— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) August 29, 2020 ## Marvel's 'Hulk' fame Mark Ruffalo also remembers the late actor and said that it was the highest honor getting to work with Boseman and getting to know him. "It was the highest honor getting to work with you and getting to know you. What a generous and sincere human being. You believed in the sacred nature of the work and gave your all. Much love to your family. And much love from all of us left here", Ruffalo wrote on Twitter. ## It was the highest honor getting to work with you and getting to know you. What a generous and sincere human being. You believed in the sacred nature of the work and gave your all. Much love to your family. And much love from all of us left here.— Mark Ruffalo (@MarkRuffalo) August 29, 2020 ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

This week's Friday Night SmackDown goes home episode ended with OMG reaction from the fans as we didn't expect that much coming this Sunday. Roman Reigns officially joined Paul Heyman ringside at WWE Payback for Universal Title match.## Earlier at the beginning of the show, We were backstage with Adam Pearce who was explaining the security to be extra careful as they are going to have a very good segment. Adam Pearce then met Vince McMahon who also made the surprising appearance for the fans. Vince McMahon had the contract in his hand which he handed over to Adam Pearce.## "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman officially signed the contract at later point, but WWE Universe was still awaiting Roman Reigns to sign the contract as he appeared at the ending of the show. Roman Reigns talked about a spoiler coming this Sunday and then at the moment we have reflected a spotlight on Paul Heyman who was siting in the flank of Roman Reigns.## Roman Reigns went on to declare that he has officially joined Paul Heyman force. Thus, we will get to see Paul Heyman ringside during the Universal Championship match at WWE Payback 2020.## BELIEVE. THAT. 😮 😮 😮 😮#SmackDown #WWEPayback #UniversalTitle @WWERomanReigns @HeymanHustle pic.twitter.com/4IMYLyp27f— WWE (@WWE) August 29, 2020 Wait a minute. IS @WWERomanReigns A PAUL HEYMAN GUY NOW?!?#SmackDown #WWEPayback @HeymanHustle @ScrapDaddyAP pic.twitter.com/J36WQmhD7M— WWE (@WWE) August 29, 2020 Below check out the full match card for the event: --Sasha Banks & Bayley(c) Vs. TBA [Women's Tag-Team Championship Match]## --Apollo Crews(c) Vs. Bobby Lashley [US Championship Match]## --"The Fiend" Bray Wyatt" Vs. Roman Reigns Vs. Braun Strowman[No Holds Barred For Universal Title Match]## --Keith Lee Vs. Randy Orton[Singles Match]## --Rey Mysterio & Dominik Vs. Seth Rollins & Murphy [Tag-Team Match]## Stay tuned to Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Former WWE Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn has come back to in-ring action after a 5-month long span attacking Jeff Hardy. Now, it looks that Jeff Hardy Vs. Sami Zayn will up for WWE Payback 2020.## At the Elimination Chamber pay-per-view on March 8, Zayn, along with Nakamura and Cesaro, defeated Braun Strowman in a 3-on-1 handicap match to win the Intercontinental Championship, ending his 5-year WWE title drought since he won the NXT Championship.## On the March 13 episode of SmackDown, Sami Zayn began a feud with Daniel Bryan, during which Bryan and Drew Gulak faced Zayn's Artist Collective partners Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro in various matches.## Eventually, Bryan and Zayn would face each other at WrestleMania 36, where Zayn defeated Bryan to retain the title. His reign would end at 65 days on May 12, when he was stripped from the championship after refraining from competing during the COVID-19 pandemic.## Tonight on SmackDown Jeff Hardy defeated Nakamura in an Intercontinental Title match. Jeff Hardy with the celebration at the top of the entrance, the music hit as Sami Zayn made his return to SmackDown. Sami Zayn was also having the same Intercontinental title. He claimed that there can only be one champion and that's him.## Sami Zayn meanwhile with a big boot to take Jeff Hardy down the entrance. Back from the break as Sami Zayn was stopped by Kayla. They had a few discussion over the title defense.## "They were both FRAUDULENT champions."@SamiZayn is BACK... and he's laying claim to the #ICTitle! #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/d6oQqieOep— WWE (@WWE) August 29, 2020 Stay tuned to Sacnilk...