There are great sporting events that would take place in April 2021. The year started with some sports returning to the field and the screen after a long break in most of 2020. This was a great start for many people since things have been different for a while. Thankfully, most sporting have returned to the field and screen, with some already held from January to March.
But it is not over yet as there are also sporting events coming up in April 2021; which is what we will be covering in this article. Below are the top 5 events to watch out for in April 2021.
Top 5 Sporting Events to Watch in April 2021
There are many sporting events and sports events that would be taking place in April across the world, but some would be so memorable and important that you cannot afford to miss them.
These sporting events to be presented here have gained popularity over the years since their establishment, and their popularity helps in gathering viewers to them. These sporting events in April are a must-watch, and if you have the time, you certainly should not miss any one.
European Champions League
The UEFA organized European Champions League is one of the most talked-about and followed sporting events globally. This football competition parades many soccer celebrities like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and others. This sporting event is one of the most talked-about because of its popularity, the level of competition, and the value it has added to sports over the years.
In April 2021, eight teams would be playing to secure a spot in the competition’s semi-final matches. A club like Porto would be playing Chelsea on the 7th and 13th of April to secure a semi-final match spot.
Manchester City, would be playing Borussia Dortmund to secure a spot in this semi-final on 6th and 14th of April. Other teams would be playing in the competition, like Real Madrid vs. Liverpool and Bayern Munich vs. Paris Saint Germane.
Millions of people will tune in on their TV sets and phones to watch these soccer matches. Apart from the quarter-final matches of the tournament, the first leg of the semi-final matches would be holding on 27th and 28th of April to wrap up the month. You can follow all the matches in detail at Football Blog, right from the comfort of your home.
Indian Premier League
This league is a cricket league that holds in India from April 9th to May 30th in six different venues in India. Cricket is a big sport in India, and for Cricket lovers, you mustn’t miss this tournament. Millions of people will be tuned in to watch the competition from wherever they are. The Mumbai Indians are the two-time defending champions of the 2019 and 2020 leagues. They would be playing to retain the title, and the other teams would want to prove their worth. This is going to be highly competitive and a must-watch for fans of cricket
F1 Italy
F1 Italy would be holding in April with a bang. The long wait period has given the organizers a good time to prepare for the competition. Many competitors of this sport would be coming to prove themselves since many of them have been idle for a while. All the tension and eagerness to come back will make it an engaging competition for the lovers of this sport.
Grand National (Horse Racing)
This is yet another great sporting event coming up in April (more info). It is a big sport in the host country where horse riding is the people’s great interest. Horses and horse riders would be out to prove themselves in one of the most planned and competitive races ever. If you are into horse racing, then you surely do not want to miss this.
UFC 261
Despite concerns of the continuous spread of Coronavirus and the crowd expected at this competition, the competition would still hold. Fighters like Usman would be fighting Masvidal, with other champions taking on each other.
This event is organized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that will take place on April 24th at Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. The arena will be teeming with 15,000 fans raising concerns. The competition is a must-watch for lovers of martial arts and fighting.
Wrap Up
There you have it. These are the sporting events scheduled to hold in April. Even if you are not a fan of these sports, you will surely have fun, if you can take time to see them.