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Sonnen Warns Cormier As TUF 33 Trash Talk Begins
Chael Sonnen has started his trash talk with Daniel Cormier after the recent announcement that they will be part of The Ultimate Fighter 33 series. Reports indicate that the show will air via ESPN on March 27. This will be the 20th season of the show, which has had some of the biggest names in […]
Dana White Warns Global Fight League About Overspending
Dana White has given his take on The Global Fight League’s new venture. The MMA organization will hold its first event this year, having signed up many former UFC fighters. Reports indicate that 120 fighters are part of the new roster. Six teams will be formed, with many former UFC fighters. Tyron Woodley is one […]
Alex Pereira Wants To Box Usyk – ‘I'm The Champ'
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira wants a dream fight with Oleksandr Usyk. The two are considered the best fighters in the world in their respective sport. Pereira is a two-weight UFC World Champion, having secured titles at middleweight and light heavyweight. He is the current lightweight heavyweight champion after knocking out Khalil Rountree Jr. […]
Canelo Will Return In May; Who Is Next?
Eddie Reynoso has said that Canelo Alvarez will likely return to the ring in May in time for Cinco de Mayo, as questions remain over his next fight. Canelo’s last boxing performance was against Edgar Berlanga. He defeated Berlanga on Mexican Independence Weekend via a unanimous decision. Canelo held his own as he went up […]
Ryan Garcia Enrolls In VADA; Haney Rematch A Step Closer
Ryan Garcia has officially enrolled in VADA testing, ending speculation that he would no longer work with the organization. Garcia has had a bone to pick with VADA after he tested positive for Ostarine in his last fight against Devin Haney. It was a major setback since it turned Garcia’s biggest win into a no-contest. […]
Adesanya Vs. Imavov Predictions – ‘He Has A Chip On His Shoulder'
Israel Adesanya takes on Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia as MMA pros gave their predictions. The bout is on February 1 from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Adesanya has plenty to prove coming into this fight. He suffered two back-to-back defeats for the first time. He came out second best to Sean Strickland at UFC 293. […]
Benavidez & Morrell Trade Words At Final Presser – ‘I’m 100% Knocking Him Out'
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr.’s pre-fight presser took place before their light heavyweight fight on February 1, as both fighters traded verbals. It is a clash between two undefeated fighters who are knockout artists. Benavidez is considered the slight favorite. He arrives into the fight with a win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk in his first […]
Khabib Bashes McGregor's ‘Controversial' Paul Hughes' Comments
Khabib Nurmagomedov has lashed out at Conor McGregor after the Irishman’s controversial comments towards Paul Hughes. Khabib’s comments were made following the recent fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes at the Road to Dubai Champions Event. Usman was given a controversial victory despite most of the MMA community having Hughes as the winner. Hughes could […]
Jake Paul: MMA Is No Longer Elite, Suffering Massive Decline
Jake Paul no longer sees MMA as an elite sport, as he has suggested it has suffered a massive decline. Paul is currently establishing his legacy in the sport of boxing. Jake has earned more than what most professional boxers will make in their lifetime. He demonstrated this perfectly when he faced Mike Tyson in […]
Ex-World Champ Slams Haney's Career – ‘Haney Was Fighting Guys In Retirement Homes'
Paulie Malignaggi scrutinized David Haney’s resume by stating that he had not fought any top-level opposition. Haney is undefeated with a 31-0 record, having won belts at 135 and 140 pounds. During this period, he became the youngest undisputed champion in the four-belt era when he cleaned up at 135 pounds. But there are question […]
Benavidez Eyes Canelo For Undisputed At 175 – ‘It Can Happen'
David Benavidez is confident he can get Canelo Alvarez to fight him if he beats David Morrell Jr. and later becomes undisputed at 175. Benavidez boxes Morrell on February 1 at 175 pounds. He moved up to 175 after failing to get the Canelo fight at 168. He had been the WBC Interim Super Middleweight […]
Benavidez Unleashes His Power During Morrell Media Workout
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. held their public workouts ahead of their February 1 clash. The fight takes place at light heavyweight, with the winner knowing they became mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol. The latter two will rematch on February 22 for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title. Benavidez beat […]
Are The Paul Brothers Fighting Each Other?
Jake Paul and Logan Paul have been linked with a boxing fight for March 27 via HBO Max. The Paul brothers have made an impression in combat sports in different areas. Jake is coming off a win against Mike Tyson in a fight that broke several records. It became the most-viewed boxing match on stream, […]
McGregor's BKFC Debut Closer; Feldman Will Talk To The UFC
Conor McGregor’s BKFC debut could become closer after the organization’s president, Dave Feldman, said he would speak to the UFC. McGregor is desperate to fight in BKFC. He indicated his intentions after the organization’s Knucklemania V event over last weekend. Jeremy Stephens knocked out Eddie Alvarez in the third round of the main event. McGregor […]
Benavidez Threatened With 25% Fine If He ‘Hurts' Morrell Pre-Fight
David Benavidez has been threatened with a 25 percent fine from his purse if he touches David Morrell Jr. again. The revelation follows their kick-off presser, where Benavidez shoved Morrell during their face-off. This was after The Mexican Monster threatened to break Morrell’s mouth. Morrell reacted by throwing his belt at Benavidez, who ducked to […]
Dan Hooker Expects A War With Justin Gaethje – ‘The UFC Wants To See Someone Die'
Dan Hooker is looking forward to facing Justin Gaethje at UFC 313. The pair are set to fight in the co-main event of the Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev card. The two fighters are in contrasting form. Hooker enters the fight with a three-fight win streak. His last fight was a win over Mateusz Gamrot […]
Shields vs. Marshall MMA Fight Considered – ‘It's Great For The Sport'
Donn Davis, the Chairman of the PFL, wants to make the Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall MMA bout. The pair faced each other in their boxing bout for the Undisputed Super Middleweight Championship. Shields won that fight to solidify her position as the best fighter. While Marshall got the better of Shields in the amateurs, she […]
Alex Pereira Has Had Talks Over Fighting Jon Jones – ‘I’m The Champ'
Alex Pereira wants a super fight against UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones. Pereira is one of the best P4P fighters in the world, having won titles at middleweight and light heavyweight. He had a remarkable 2024 after stopping all of his opponents. He knocked out Jamahal Hill at UFC 300, Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303, […]
Porter Picks Benavidez To Beat Morrell – ‘Experience And Strength'
Shawn Porter has picked David Benavidez to beat David Morrell Jr. The pair will square off on February 1 in one of the biggest fights in the light heavyweight division. The WBC has already said that the winner will become mandatory for either Artur Beterbiev or Dmitry Bivol. The latter two boxers will face off […]
Izzy Still Good Enough?
The UFC heads to the Middle East this week for a banger of a card in Riyadh. The main event sees the return of the last Stylebender, as Israel Adesanys takes on Frenchman Nassourdine Imavov. After losing his last two, questionmarks remain over the former middleweight champion Adesanya. Is he past it? Can he return […]