If you ask me, “Is there a specific setting combination of these three pillars that I can use to get the perfect shot?” The answer is not really. All three settings work together, and you will have to adjust it according to the sport and time of the day. Even though there is no magical formula, there are still a few things we have to keep in mind when shooting sports.
Using a fast shutter speed is key. You will want to freeze the action, for example, when a player hits the ball. A faster shutter speed will result in a darker image because less light will get to the camera sensor. That means you will have to have a large aperture (f/2.8). The ISO will depend on the lightning of the stadium, court, or the time of the day. But, remember, the higher the ISO, the more noise the image will have.
To summarize, you will want to have a fast shutter speed, a large aperture, and the ISO will vary with how much light you have.