Fact-Checking Policy

At SportingBites (owned by RankScape Pvt Ltd.), we uphold universal Editorial Standards as outlined in our “Editorial Guidelines“.

Our commitment:

  • Verify information from diverse, trusted sources
  • Stringent fact-checking and editorial policies
  • Create authentic, timely, unbiased, reliable, and resourceful content
  • Pursue trustworthy and thought-provoking experiences for consumers

Our Process:

  • Thorough authentication, citation, and crediting of sources
  • Collaboration between Editorial Leadership and content creators
  • Adherence to high-quality journalism standards

By upholding these standards, we strive to provide exceptional content and maintain the trust of our audience.

Editorial Approach

At SportingBites, our editors are the ultimate authority on content quality. Their role:

  • Ensures the highest editorial standards for every article
  • Provides technical expertise for avid sports fans
  • Upholds internal policies for credible sourcing

Our Commitment

We strive to deliver content that:

  • Enhances readers’ knowledge
  • Provides value for their time

By combining rigorous editorial standards with expert knowledge, we aim to create high-quality content that informs and engages our audience.

Pre-Publication Process

Before publishing an article, our Editors evaluate and review the content to ensure:

  1. Accuracy and Authenticity: Sources are verified, and information is accurate.
  2. Compliance: Content adheres to our internal legal framework and content moderation policies.
  3. Originality: Content is original and free of plagiarism.
  4. Quality and Engagement: Content is well-written and attention-grabbing.
  5. Relevant Headlines: Headlines and subheadings are relevant, resourceful, and not misleading.

Our Editors may choose to publish, correct, or reject the proposed article based on this evaluation.

Citations And Attributions

We provide citations and attributions to:

  1. Verify claims: Reported events and verifiable claims.
  2. Credit third-party material: Substantially referenced published works.
  3. Support narrative: Sources justifying or elaborating on core statements.
  4. Distinguish opinions: Sources distinguish writers’ opinions from others’ expertise.
  5. Secondary sources: Used judiciously to add value and credit original work.

We also use statistical data to enhance internal checks, cross-checking with relevant sources to ensure accuracy and transparency.

Verifying Trust And Authority Of Sources

At SportingBites, we verify the trust and authority of sources through:

  1. Verified Social Media Pages: Sources must have verified social media pages, establishing their credibility and authority.
  2. Reputed and Trustworthy Sources: Our Content Heads, Writers, and Editors maintain a list of trusted sources compiled through extensive research, considering factors like:
    • History of errors
    • Intellectual property infringements
    • Propensity for bias/misinformation

Using Trusted Sources

We use material from trusted sources only if:

  1. Informational content: The content is purely informational, not opinion or speculation (clearly signified for sports rumors).
  2. Reliable sources: The source is reliable and has access to accurate information.
  3. Trusted video sources: Videos are obtained from trusted accounts with a substantial and verifiable following.
  4. Internal approval: Relevant internal authorities approve information from trusted accounts.

By following these guidelines, we ensure the credibility and accuracy of the information we provide.

Interviews And Podcasts

At SportingBites, we value accuracy and authenticity when using interviews and podcasts as sources. Our guidelines:

  1. Original source only: We reference the original source of the interview.
  2. Quote integrity: We do not alter, modify, or tamper with original quotes.
  3. Contextual accuracy: When using quotes in article titles, we ensure they are not taken out of context.

By following these rules, we maintain the trust and credibility of our content.

Fact-Checking Standards

Although SportingBites is not a direct affiliate of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN), we uphold similar standards. Our principles include:

  1. Impartial fact-checking: We apply the same high standards of evidence and judgment to all claims, regardless of the source.
  2. Independence: We remain unaffiliated with and impartial towards any party, politician, or political entity worldwide.
  3. Transparency: We identify sources of significant evidence, providing links where available to enable users to replicate our work.
  4. Source protection: We prioritize source security, withholding identification if necessary.
  5. Disclosure of funding: We clearly label sponsored content.
  6. Methodology compliance: We adhere to our stated methodology and update it according to industry standards.
  7. Corrections policy: We commit to honest and ethical corrections, as outlined in our Corrections Policy page.

By upholding these standards, we ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of our content.

Get In Touch

For comments, questions, or concerns about our fact-checking practices or editorial policies, please email: editorial@sportingbites.com