Alan Jones
Sports Writer and Analyst
Alan Jones is a sports writer and analyst for World in Sport, covering football, boxing, UFC, cricket, cycling, golf, tennis, motorsport, US sports and major international competitions.
His work includes match and event previews, sports profiles, historical features, rules and competition explainers, prize-money guides and analysis of major sporting stories. He has written about subjects ranging from Premier League regulations and football history to heavyweight boxing, Grand Tour cycling, international cricket, golf majors and combat sports.
Alan's articles focus on clear context, factual research and accessible analysis, using official competition information, records, statistics and established sporting sources where appropriate to help readers understand both current events and the history behind them.
Recent articles by Alan Jones
Pacific Nations Cup Final: Japan Face Fiji in Tokyo
Japan face defending champions Fiji in the Pacific Nations Cup 2026 final at Tokyo’s Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium on 19 September. After dominant semi-final…
US Open 2026: Alcaraz and Sabalenka Advance, Djokovic Out
Carlos Alcaraz returned from a 139-day injury absence with a straight-set win over Roman Safiullin, while Aryna Sabalenka launched her bid for a third…
World Title Doubleheader: Itauma–Hrgovic and Mayer–Cameron
England hosts a major boxing doubleheader on 29 August. In London, unbeaten 21-year-old Moses Itauma faces experienced Croatian Filip Hrgovic for the vacant IBF…
Tiger Woods Profile: Major Titles, Records and Comebacks
Tiger Woods’ career spans 15 major championships, 82 PGA Tour victories and a record 683 weeks as world number one. This profile explores his…
UFC Fight Night Sacramento: Hernandez vs Rodrigues Preview &Amp; Prediction
Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues headline UFC Fight Night Sacramento on 22 August, with both middleweights seeking a decisive step toward title contention. Hernandez…
Vuelta a España 2026 Preview: Pogačar Leads a Gruelling Race to Granada
The 2026 Vuelta a España begins in Monaco and finishes in Granada after 21 stages and more than 58,000 metres of climbing. Tadej Pogačar…
Australia’s Chappell Era: From Ashes Fightback to Dominance
Between 1972 and 1976, Australia transformed from Ashes challengers into the dominant Test side of the era. Under Ian Chappell, then Greg Chappell, they…
Premier League 2026/27 Title Contenders: Strengths and Risks
Arsenal begin the 2026/27 Premier League season as title favourites after ending a 22-year wait for the crown, but Manchester City remain their biggest…
Champions League Prize Money 2026/27: Full Breakdown
UEFA has published a provisional €2.467 billion distribution plan for the 2026/27 Champions League and Super Cup, with each league-phase club set for €18.62…
Premier League Tie-Breaker Rules Explained: What Happens When Teams Finish Level?
A Premier League season can be decided by fine margins when teams finish level on points. This guide explains the league’s tie-break order: goal…
European Athletics 2026: British Hopes in Birmingham
Birmingham hosts the European Athletics Championships on British soil for the first time, with Great Britain and Northern Ireland fielding a 98-strong team at…
Football Transfer Windows Explained: Deadlines and Deals
A clear guide to football transfer windows, explaining how player registration works, why deadlines matter, and what clubs can still do after the window…
Understanding NFL Player Props Before the Season Begins
Learn how to approach NFL player props before the season begins by focusing on offseason changes, player usage, and market differences. This guide explains…
Frankel Profile: Unbeaten Record and Racing Legacy
Frankel’s unbeaten 14-race career made him one of Flat racing’s greatest champions, with 10 Group 1 victories, an official rating of 140 and standout…
Franco Baresi Profile: AC Milan Career and Legacy
Franco Baresi’s career at AC Milan and with Italy redefined what a central defender could do. From rejection by Inter to becoming Milan’s captain…
Who Will Win the Premier League in 2026/27?
Arsenal are the early favourites to win the 2026/27 Premier League, with Manchester City their closest challengers after a summer of major managerial and…
EFL Promotion and Relegation Rules Explained: How Clubs Move Between Leagues
An explanation of how EFL promotion and relegation work across the Championship, League One and League Two, including automatic promotion, play-offs and relegation places.…
Sugar Ray Robinson: Boxing’s Pound-for-Pound Standard
Sugar Ray Robinson built one of boxing’s greatest careers and became the sport’s enduring pound-for-pound benchmark. This profile traces his rise from Harlem amateur…
Premier League Transfer Window Rules Explained
A clear guide to how the Premier League transfer window works, including 2026/27 opening and closing dates, registration rules, deadline day deal sheets, loan…
Tour De France 2026 Results: Pogačar Wins Fifth Title
Tadej Pogačar won the 2026 Tour de France, claiming a record-equalling fifth yellow jersey after dominating three weeks of racing. Remco Evenepoel finished second…
Best Goalkeeper Gloves 2026: Eight Match-Day Picks Worth Buying
A guide to the best goalkeeper gloves in 2026, comparing eight senior and junior options by grip, fit, durability and price. It highlights top…
Commonwealth Games 2026 Update: Glasgow Awards First Golds
The 2026 Commonwealth Games are underway in Glasgow, with King Charles III declaring the event open at The Hydro. England’s Mark Swan won the…
World Matchplay Quarter-Finals Preview: Price, Smith, Van Veen and Wade Chase Last Four
The World Matchplay quarter-finals conclude Friday night at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens, with Ross Smith facing Gerwyn Price and Gian van Veen taking on James…





















