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Will Shakur Ever Fight Keyshawn Davis?
WBC Lightweight Champion Shakur Stevenson has shut down the idea of a showdown with Keyshawn Davis, stating it would take an “absurd” $500 million to consider the fight. The pair have a close relationship, having come up through the amateurs. Stevenson’s immediate future, though, is already set with a clash against Teofimo Lopez for the […]
Ortiz Vs. Ennis Hits Another Roadblock
Talks over Vergil Ortiz Jr. vs. Jaron Ennis fight have stalled due to disagreements over money. The primary hurdle lies in a disconnect between Ortiz’s manager, Rick Mirigian, and his promoters at Golden Boy, Oscar De La Hoya and Eric Gomez. Mirigian is reportedly fighting for a career-high payday, which may be unrealistic given the […]
Ryan Garcia Calls For Tank Davis Rematch
Ryan Garcia has reignited his rivalry with Gervonta Davis, calling for a rematch to avenge the loss in the first fight. Garcia experienced his first loss after Davis stopped him in the seventh round with a body shot during their lightweight encounter. However, Garcia said he was weight-drained due to the stipulations. He was required […]
BKFSea: BKFC Announces 2027 Combat Cruise
In 2027, the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) is set to take its brand of combat sports to the seas with the announcement of the BKFSea Bruise Cruise. Following in the footsteps of successful niche voyages like Chris Jericho’s wrestling cruises, this three-day event will involve a sail from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas. While exact […]
Paul Vs. Joshua's Viewership Numbers
On December 19, Anthony Joshua stopped Jake Paul in the sixth round at the Kaseya Center in Miami, as the viewing figures have been revealed. Joshua ended the contest with a powerful right hand that caused a double fracture in Paul’s jaw, leading to immediate surgery and the insertion of titanium plates. Despite the brutal […]
O’Malley Targets Yan Rematch At The White House
Sean O’Malley wants a title rematch against UFC Bantamweight Champion Petr Yan at the UFC’s White House event on June 14. The bantamweight division has shifted after Yan dethroned Merab Dvalishvili via a unanimous decision at UFC 323. The win avenged Yan’s loss in the first fight, while also ending Merab’s 14-fight winning streak. O’Malley […]
Ilia Topuria And Merab Dvalishvili Spar
UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria and former Bantamweight champ Merab Dvalishvili were seen sparring, as they prepare for what hopes to be a big 2026. The session comes at a pivotal time for both men. Topuria, currently in the midst of a hiatus while addressing legal matters, looked as sharp as ever despite his time […]
Mike Tyson In The Gym For Mayweather
Mike Tyson, now 59, has returned to training to prepare for his upcoming exhibition match against Floyd Mayweather, which is expected to take place next year. Tyson confirmed that the fight is slated to take place in Africa, however, that is subject to an official announcement. In the meantime, Tyson has been keeping himself busy. […]
Joshua Beat Paul, But The Taxman Wins
Anthony Joshua will pay a huge tax bill following his earnings from the Jake Paul fight. Joshua broke Paul’s jaw in the sixth-round with a right hand that ended the fight. The financial breakdowns reveal that Joshua is set to lose approximately £32 million (roughly $43 million) of his £68.5 million ($92 million) purse to […]
Garcia Vs. Barrios Undercard
The undercard for Ryan Garcia’s expected fight with WBC Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios on February 21, 2026, has been confirmed. While the main event features two big names, the newly revealed undercard has divided the fan base. Meanwhile, the card is a chance for Garcia to bounce back. In May, Garcia suffered a unanimous decision […]
Naoya Inoue Vs. David Picasso Breakdown
Undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue (31-0, 27 KOs) defends his title against David Picasso (32-0-1, 17 KOs) on December 27, as we preview the upcoming fight. Inoue arrives in Riyadh following a clinical performance in September, where he stopped his WBA mandatory challenger, Murodjon Akhmadaliev, via a unanimous decision. While the victory ended Inoue’s […]
What's Next For Jake Paul After The Joshua Loss
Jake Paul underwent surgery to repair a double fracture in his jaw following his sixth-round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. Joshua dropped Paul four times throughout the bout. The final blow—a devastating right hand in the sixth—shattered Paul’s jaw in two places. Surgeons at Miami University Hospital inserted titanium plates to stabilize the fractures. Paul […]
Tony Ferguson's Career Resurgence
Tony Ferguson has completely revitalized his career in the boxing ring, securing the Misfits Middleweight Title with a dominant victory over Warren Spencer in Dubai. Competing in the co-main event of “Misfits Mania,” the 41-year-old Ferguson proved that he still has plenty of magic left. After years of setbacks in the UFC, Ferguson has now […]
Lawrence Okolie Blitzes Past Ebenezer Tetteh
Lawrence Okolie forced a second-round retirement from Ebenezer Tetteh in their heavyweight clash, as he turned his attention to Moses Itauma. Okolie (23-1, 17 KOs) entered the ring at a career-high 271 lbs, looking vastly different from the lean cruiserweight champion who dominated the WBO ranks from 2021 to 2023. This “new-look” Okolie relied on […]
Paramount+ And The UFC's Price Plan
Paramount+ will introduce a $59.99 annual fee that eliminates the need for PPV in the United States for UFC events. The $59.99 price point is part of the UFC’s new broadcast deal with the UFC. For the cost of what was once just a single major fight night, subscribers gain total access to: Credit: UFC/Paramount+ […]
John Cena Offered A Boxing Match
After walking away from wrestling, Celebrity Boxing has publicly extended a $1 million invitation John Cena, the 17-time World Champion, to make his professional boxing debut. The offer comes at a pivotal moment. On December 13, 2025, Cena officially closed the book on his legendary 23-year in-ring career. Headlining Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, […]
What Is Next For Canelo's Future?
Canelo Alvarez is at crossroads after Terence Crawford’s retirement has ended all hopes of a rematch. Canelo wanted a sequel after Crawford pulled off a historic upset in September 2025, outpointing Canelo to become a three-weight undisputed champion via a unanimous decision. Canelo, who underwent elbow surgery shortly after that loss, had made a rematch […]
Pimblett Reponds To Topuria's Comments – ‘I Still Hate Him'
Paddy Pimblett recently offered support for Ilia Topuria during the lightweight champion’s personal struggles, but he was quick to shoot down rumors that the “beef” has been squashed. The feud started in 2022 at a London fighter hotel, where the two nearly came to blows in the lobby. During the scuffle, Pimblett threw a bottle […]
De Moor Beats Tate In Huge Upset
Andrew Tate, the 39-year-old former world kickboxing champion, suffered a shock loss to reality TV star Chase DeMoor at Misfits Mania in Dubai. Tate, who recently made headlines by declaring himself the new CEO of Misfits Boxing, challenged DeMoor for the heavyweight title. However, the five-year layoff showed. While Tate started strong in the opening […]
Andrew Tate Vs. Chase DeMoor Predictions – ‘He's Going To Finish Him'
Andrew Tate takes on heavyweight champion Chase DeMoor in his professional boxing debut, as fans gave their picks. The bout headlines “Misfits Mania: The Fight Before Christmas” at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. The bout comes after Tate was recently named the new CEO of Misfits Boxing, replacing co-founder KSI. Tate is a former […]