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MMA Mania Asks Fans About Best Sports Films
MMA Mania's daily open thread posed a question to fight fans: which sports movie reigns supreme? The site's Tim Edwards suggested baseball films hold the crown.
PFL Merges With MVP Under Jake Paul Banner
The Professional Fighters League and Most Valuable Promotions have officially merged under the MVP banner, creating a global combat sports platform led by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian.
Jake Paul Takes Control Of PFL After MVP Merger
Paul and Nakisa Bidarian now run PFL following a merger with MVP. The combined company operates under the MVP banner, with Paul teasing an MMA debut.
Lewis On Why Boxers Can't Stay Retired
Lennox Lewis tells Sky Sports News he was tempted by a comeback "all the time." A new documentary examines why fighters struggle to walk away from the ring.
King Green Schools Boxer At Broner's Gym
UFC lightweight King Green sparked controversy after dominating a professional boxer during a sparring session at Adrien Broner's Las Vegas warehouse gym.
Jones On Smith's Domestic Violence Arrest
Jon Jones reacted to Anthony Smith's felony arrest in Nebraska, telling fans he hopes his former opponent prays through the situation.
Cormier Denies Jones' Claim Their Beef Is Fake
Daniel Cormier rejected Jon Jones' recent assertion that their longtime rivalry is now manufactured for profit. The former champion said Jones is "crazy" for suggesting they had such a conversation.
Senate Introduces Ali Act Update On Contract Lengths
New Senate legislation updates the Ali Act with provisions on contract lengths and title regulations, differing from the House version on unified organization rules.
Sky Sports Documentary Reveals Boxer's Toughest Fight
A Sky Sports News documentary features Lennox Lewis, Johnny Nelson, and Dave Allen on the addiction of fight night and the struggle to walk away from boxing.
BBC's Bunce On South Asian Boxing Heritage
BBC Radio 5 Live aired a special celebrating South Asian contributions to British boxing, featuring interviews with Hamzah Sheeraz, Adam Azim, and former world champion Jawaid Khaliq.
MMA Mania Polls Fans On Sumo Coverage After Tournament
MMA Mania's Tim Edwards asked readers whether he should continue featuring sumo content now that the July tournament has concluded, highlighting yokozuna Hoshoryu in his latest post.
Ilia Topuria's Featherweight Reign Is Over Before It Ever Began
The Georgian's shocking lightweight loss to Justin Gaethje exposed fundamental flaws that make his return to 145 pounds untenable. Topuria's gamble didn't just fail — it ended his championship credibility.
Ben Askren's Post-Fight Career Is More Impressive Than His UFC Run
The former Olympian's resilience after double lung transplant surgery and continued presence in combat sports proves more remarkable than his brief, underwhelming stint inside the octagon ever was.
Navajo Stirling Reveals He Accepted Blachowicz Fight Off 'Massive Bender'
Undefeated prospect Navajo Stirling told Home Of Fight he accepted his UFC Belgrade bout against former champ Jan Blachowicz while celebrating in Japan.
Rousey On Possible Return For MVP MMA 2
Ronda Rousey has not ruled out fighting again for Most Valuable Promotions after submitting Gina Carano in May. The 39-year-old told Fight Culture the promotion will reconvene on future plans.
Jones Calls White An Asshole After UFC Split
Jon Jones described UFC CEO Dana White as an asshole following his heavyweight title vacation, though the former champion said White changed his life.
PFL New York Loses Powell Bout Days Before Event
Two fights were scratched from PFL New York this week, including Simeon Powell's scheduled light heavyweight clash with Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov on the main card.
UFC Signs Raul Rosas Jr.'s Brother
Jessie Rosas, older brother of UFC bantamweight contender Raul Rosas Jr., has signed with the promotion and will make his Octagon debut Aug. 8 against Miles Johns.
Rousey Blasts UFC Executive After MVP MMA Success
Ronda Rousey criticized UFC Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell after her MVP MMA event drew 17 million viewers on Netflix in May.
Anthony Smith Arrested On Terroristic Threats Charge
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith was arrested Monday night in Nebraska on three felony charges, including domestic violence and terroristic threats.