Nottingham Forest kept alive their Netball Super League play-off hopes with a 66-62 win against defending champions Loughborough Lightning.
Forest, who are competing in their first Netball Super League (NSL) season, are now three points behind fourth-placed London Mavericks, who play Birmingham Panthers on Sunday.
There is only one play-off place left up for grabs with two regular season rounds to go as Manchester Thunder, London Pulse and Loughborough have already qualified.
Thunder secured their play-off spot on Friday with a 59-54 win over Cardiff Dragons.
Forest led after every quarter in an impressive display at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena, home to both teams. Particularly strong performances came from player of the match Natasha Pavelin and Rolene Streutker, who scored 41 goals.
The victory halted Loughborough’s winning steak – they had not lost since round four, also against Forest.
“Really happy, we knew coming into the game we could do a job”, Pavelin told Sky Sports. “We all really believed. We put out four quarters there which we can be really proud of”.
Elsewhere, Thunder’s Elmere van der Berg top-scored with 37 goals at Belle Vue Arena in her team’s win over Cardiff.
Victory for Thunder moved them up to second in the standings on 28 points, but they trail leaders Pulse on goal difference.
Goal shooter Georgia Rowe scored 26 for Dragons, who remain bottom after losing all but one of their 12 matches so far.
The latest series of Stranger Things is due to be released later this year, with everyone talking about the highly anticipated release, including some predictions on how the horror series will finally come to an end
Season 5 of Stranger Things will be released on Netflix later this year(Image: Handout)
Although the show’s creators, the Duffer Brothers, haven’t given too much away about what will happen in season five, they have dropped some exciting hints. But what exactly can Stranger Things fans expect in season 5?
It’s been almost 10 years since Stranger Things first graced our TV screens back in July 2016 becoming a huge Netflix hit but the show will be back for its fifth – and final – season later this year.
We don’t yet have an official date for the release of season 5, but we do know that well-known faces Millie Bobby Brown, Sadie Sink, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Winona Ryder, David Harbour, and Jamie Campbell Bower will all return for the last series.
And while most details about Stranger Things season 5 have been kept under wraps so far, the creators have been teasing fans with a few clues about what they can expect.
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Though Holly Wheeler (Nell Fisher) has not been a huge character in the show so far, new Stranger Things set pictures have prompted audiences to speculate about her increased involvement. The pictures in question show Vecna standing near Holly, hinting that she could become integral to his final plan, according to Screen Rant.
But perhaps even more interestingly, season 5, episode 2, is titled “The Vanishing of..”., leading many long-time fans of the show to note the similarity to the season 1 disappearance of Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) and speculate that the title could refer to Holly.
If Stranger Things season 5 does see Holly become Vecna’s next victim, Karen could become a much bigger character as she tries to find her daughter. And if the theories about Holly are correct, the Wheeler family may finally get more screen time and a bigger storyline.
Producer Shawn Levy previously revealed that the Netflix series will bow out on a high with a more than satisfying conclusion. He told Total Film: “We don’t want to be one of those shows that is flailing while it searches for a way to stick the landing … We really want to stick the landing”.
Fans have been predicting what could come in season 5 of Stranger Things(Image: Netflix)
The show still has a lot of questions to answer – in particular how its main characters will finally defeat Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower). Given that Stranger Things season 4 ended with Max (Sadie Sink) still in a coma and the Upside Down creeping into the real world, it seems likely that the group will face even more challenging circumstances than ever, Screen Rant adds.
Meanwhile, fans have been coming up with their chilling predictions after a short video teaser was released ahead of the Netflix TUDUM event which takes place today, Saturday May 31. Buzzfeed user danimegaladon predicts that Eddie comes back: “Kas died via bat bites, like Eddie, but was resurrected as a half-vampire to eventually defeat Vecna himself. He also wielded a sword and shield, like Eddie, and they thought Vecna was defeated until Will said that he still felt him JUST LIKE IN THE CAMPAIGN.
” The Duffers don’t add details like that for no reason. Plus, I’m just holding out hope that Eddie comes back somehow. I refuse to believe that they just left him in the Upside Down, but who knows. “
While Matthew Ramage says: “Eleven will definitely have to sacrifice herself to destroy the Upside Down forever.”
And maddisonm49eae7c83 thinks there will be a twist unveiled, predicting: “I read a theory that Vecna is actually Eleven’s biological father, and I can’t get it out of my head.”
Another Buzzfeed user childrenofthecornbread says:” I think that Max is going to be used as some sort of go-between for Vecna and Eleven, either for communication or even used as a puppet for battle. “
Meanwhile, Matthew Ramage predicts: “I could see those lost to the Upside Down (Barb, Chrissy, Billy, etc.) coming back in some sort of spirit form to help defeat the monsters in the final battle.”
Since the clip was released, fans have been scratching their heads over what it could mean. The clip is unclear but seems to feature several overlapping sounds, including banging and radio static waves. It also includes someone’s voice, but it is hard to make out before the note” can’t transcribe message “pops up.
All we do know is that viewers can expect film-length episodes in the latest series as it concludes the fan favourite show, and that its creators say they won’t be disappointed.
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Tries: Segun, George 2, Daly, Dan, Burke Cons: Burke 3
Bath (7) 26
Saracens chalked up the bonus-point win over Bath they needed to retain any hope of making the Premiership play-offs but results elsewhere thwarted their bid.
Sarries needed a bonus-point victory and for two of the teams above them to fail to prevail on the final day of the regular season, and were always in charge against an under-strength Bath side.
Dan George scored two tries, and Rotimi Segun, Elliot Daly, Theo Dan and Fergus Burke all crossed the line but with Saracens ‘ rivals all winning, they could not move out of sixth place.
The win gave Alex Goode, playing his 402nd and final game before retirement, an emotional send-off but scorelines in other parts of the country meant the Men in Black failed to finish in the top four for only the third time since 2009.
Bath handed debuts to seven players and their youngsters staged a big finish as 18-year-old Tyler Offiah, son of rugby league legend Martin, marked his debut with a second half try, quickly followed by scores for Kepu Tuipolutu and Louie Hennessey.
A hopeful home crowd was soon silenced as the very young Bath pack, without a single starter above 23 years old, began brightly. They ran the ball directly at the Sarries line for Green to burrow over and put the visitors ahead.
That youthful exuberance in attack, however, was soon swamped by the stark reality of trying to defend against an efficient and well-practised set of Sarries forwards who soon put them under intense pressure.
Saracens hit back immediately as Fergus Burke’s fine kick took them to five metres and a quick switch to the left sent Segun over.
The Sarries pack took full control after that, George finishing two maul tries either side of Daly’s try, which came from an angled run onto Ivan van Zyl’s pass from the base of the scrum.
With the bonus-point banked, George was taken off ahead of what would probably have been a hat-trick, and his replacement Dan pocketed the third maul try of the day within 90 seconds of going onto the field as the home forwards imposed themselves.
Burke, whose kicking was poor on the day, bagged a try by latching onto van Zyl’s chip and then himself lobbing the cover before gathering to go over under the posts.
Bath, who will face local rivals Bristol next Friday in the first play-off semi-final, had the final say with a flourish which gave their supporters a taste of the future.
Offiah had a sparkling cameo on his league debut, producing a finish of which his father would have been proud and then coming up with a break that laid the platform for another prospect, 19-year-old Tuipolutu.
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Bath director of rugby Johann van Graan told BBC Radio Bristol:
“We wanted to be tough to beat and for the guys to be themselves and we achieved both goals.
” Coming to Saracens with seven debutants, I was looking for a typical Bath performance, everything we have become together over the last three years, and what you saw]today] was the future.
“It doesn’t matter if you’re Louis Schreuder or Ruaridh McConnochie, at the back end of their careers in terms of age, or youngsters making their debut, it was a fantastic team effort.
Tries: Segun, George 2, Daly, Dan, Burke Cons: Burke 3
Bath (7) 26
Saracens chalked up the bonus-point win over Bath they needed to retain any hope of making the Premiership play-offs but results elsewhere thwarted their bid.
Sarries needed a bonus-point victory and for two of the teams above them to fail to prevail on the final day of the regular season, and were always in charge against an under-strength Bath side.
Dan George scored two tries, and Rotimi Segun, Elliot Daly, Theo Dan and Fergus Burke all crossed the line but with Saracens ‘ rivals all winning, they could not move out of sixth place.
The win gave Alex Goode, playing his 402nd and final game before retirement, an emotional send-off but scorelines in other parts of the country meant the Men in Black failed to finish in the top four for only the third time since 2009.
Bath handed debuts to seven players and their youngsters staged a big finish as 18-year-old Tyler Offiah, son of rugby league legend Martin, marked his debut with a second half try, quickly followed by scores for Kepu Tuipolutu and Louie Hennessey.
A hopeful home crowd was soon silenced as the very young Bath pack, without a single starter above 23 years old, began brightly. They ran the ball directly at the Sarries line for Green to burrow over and put the visitors ahead.
That youthful exuberance in attack, however, was soon swamped by the stark reality of trying to defend against an efficient and well-practised set of Sarries forwards who soon put them under intense pressure.
Saracens hit back immediately as Fergus Burke’s fine kick took them to five metres and a quick switch to the left sent Segun over.
The Sarries pack took full control after that, George finishing two maul tries either side of Daly’s try, which came from an angled run onto Ivan van Zyl’s pass from the base of the scrum.
With the bonus-point banked, George was taken off ahead of what would probably have been a hat-trick, and his replacement Dan pocketed the third maul try of the day within 90 seconds of going onto the field as the home forwards imposed themselves.
Burke, whose kicking was poor on the day, bagged a try by latching onto van Zyl’s chip and then himself lobbing the cover before gathering to go over under the posts.
Bath, who will face local rivals Bristol next Friday in the first play-off semi-final, had the final say with a flourish which gave their supporters a taste of the future.
Offiah had a sparkling cameo on his league debut, producing a finish of which his father would have been proud and then coming up with a break that laid the platform for another prospect, 19-year-old Tuipolutu.
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Bath director of rugby Johann van Graan told BBC Radio Bristol:
“We wanted to be tough to beat and for the guys to be themselves and we achieved both goals.
” Coming to Saracens with seven debutants, I was looking for a typical Bath performance, everything we have become together over the last three years, and what you saw]today] was the future.
“It doesn’t matter if you’re Louis Schreuder or Ruaridh McConnochie, at the back end of their careers in terms of age, or youngsters making their debut, it was a fantastic team effort.
After their wedding today, Daniel Dyer and Jarrod Bowen officially announced their engagement. In a fairytale day, the couple wed TV star Dani.
The first image, showing a man and a wife, was shared on Instagram. In a Suzanne Neville dress, Daniel, who became famous on ITV2’s Love Island, looked stunning. In a three-piece black suit, striker Jarrod also looked as stylish as him. Aoife Mullane designed a custom white satin bag with her and Jarrod’s initials embossed in blue stitching and a white bow.
While Dani and Jarrod’s twin daughters Star and Summer, who are both 11 years old, and her four-year-old son Santiago served as page boys, Dani and her brother Arty were flower girls. Dani shared two stunning snaps on Instagram along with the caption “The Bowen’s” and a white heart emoji.
Soon after Vicky McClure gushed, “Huge congratulations! “, her post was filled with messages of celebration. “Congratulations, darling,” said Daisy Tomlinson.
Shelby Tribble of TOWIE wrote, “Congratulations, you look stunning.” Georgia Steele, a former Love Island star, added: “Incredible.” “Stunning! ! “Congratulations”
Meanwhile, Adam Frisby said, “Omgggg Dani, you look like a princess in every way!” I hope you had the most wonderful day ever! Three heart emojis are displayed alongside “Love ya.” Dani’s father had glowing reviews of his newlywed son-in-law before the wedding.
Danny, the actor, told the Mirror: “I have met every single boyfriend who has walked through my door, and she brings home the West Ham captain.
As they walked down the aisle as husband and wife, the happy couple looked overjoyed.
I’ve changed my life from the lying scum, and I’m not interested in insulting anyone. a strong man I would put my lips on this geezer if he offered me a loan.
He took her on with a 14-month-old son, and that is true, I’ll tell you. He is just, as a father. He is incredible. I’m eager to give her away. What a touch . But if he had already made a move on me…
I believe I have a slight love for him. Jarrod ” joined West Ham in 2020 and has consistently been the best player on the field,” such as when he scored the winning goal in the Europa Conference League final to bring West Ham their first trophy in 43 years.
Danny later said, “Okay. He represents West Ham. One of West Ham’s most popular players is him. He is West Ham’s captain. And this guy is unbelievable. He enters my home, really. For him, I remove his shoes.
I also give the remote control to him. And I reply, “Madam, this is your home right now.” He is, however, an incredible person. Simply put, I want to love my daughters in the same way.
I want them to have a good life and care for them. Let me explain that to you. I cherish him.
After high-profile hen and stag parties, Dani and Jarrod tied the knot this weekend. While Jarrod has been in Vegas, Daniel has traveled to Ibiza. A raucous nighttime party at the lavish Ushuaia club was the highlight of Daniel’s trip, which included a boozy brunch, a boat trip, and a boat trip.
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Sale secured third place in the Premiership and a play-off semi-final at Leicester with a 30-26 victory over Exeter in a tense encounter at Sandy Park.
Paul Brown-Bampoe’s 20th-minute try briefly put the home side in front before Sale’s superb attack kicked into gear as Rekeiti Ma’asi-White and Bevan Rodd went under the posts to help give Sharks a 20-5 lead at the break.
Josh Hodge pulled a try back for the hosts soon after the restart and, when Will Haydon-Wood cut the gap to four points Sale looked worried.
Dan Frost had a fourth Exeter try disallowed for a knock on with 18 minutes left, but former Chiefs favourite Luke Cowan-Dickie forced his way over with 12 minutes left to seal victory for Sale.
Richard Capstick got a fourth try for Exeter with three minutes left to set up a tense finish as the hosts ended the season with two losing bonus points.
An indisciplined start cost Exeter as George Ford kicked a first-minute penalty for Sale before they gave up possession a couple of metres from the Sharks line having had the better of the early play.
Brown-Bampoe capped a flowing Exeter passing move to get the first try midway through the first half – although the unconverted score came at a cost as recently fit-again back Tommy Wyatt limped off having been hurt in the build-up.
Ford’s second penalty a minute later saw Sale retake the lead before Ma’asi-White capped off a superb passing sequence to go under the posts as Exeter struggled to defend against Sale’s excellent offloading.
It was more of the same eight minutes later as Rodd was the beneficiary after Ford and Arron Reed combined to create the gap for the Sale loose-head to score.
Exeter fightback falls just short
Persistent pressure eventually told as Ma’asi-White was sin-binned after a number of penalties on the Sale line and soon after Hodge went over in the right corner as Exeter exploited the extra space.
A third Ford penalty soon after calmed Sale’s nerves with less than 30 minutes to play, but Haydon-Wood rounded off Exeter’s best attacking move of the afternoon, Hodge and Henry Slade linked up to put the replacement over.
Exeter thought they had taken the lead five minutes later when Frost was forced over, but replays showed he had lost control off the ball as he dived over the line.
Sale regained their composure and their double-digit advantage with 12 minutes to go as Cowan-Dickie forced his way over from close range.
Sale missed out on a fourth try six minutes later when Gus Warr was sin-binned after replays showed a dangerous tackle in the build-up to a try from Reed, while from the resulting line-out penalty Exeter replacement Jimmy Roots was held up over the Sale line.
Sale: Carpenter, O’Flaherty, R du Preez, Ma’asi-White, Reed, Ford, Quirke, Rodd, Cowan-Dickie, Opoku-Fordjour, Van Rhyn, Hill, J-L du Preez, B Curry (capt), D du Preez.
