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Jesse Rodriguez Vs. Fernando Martinez Breakdown
WBC and WBO Flyweight Champion Jesse Rodriguez faces the WBA Champion Fernando Martinez on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. Rodriguez secured the belt with a stoppage win over Juan Francisco Estrada. He followed that up with stoppage wins over Pedro Guevara and Phumelela Cafu, marking a successful move up from flyweight. Those […]
Usyk Vacates WBO Belt; Wardley Becomes The New Champ
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated the WBO Heavyweight title, meaning Fabio Wardley becomes the full champion. The WBO President Gustavo Olivieri confirmed the news, as Usyk is no longer the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. The Ukrainian’s last fight was a stoppage win over Daniel Dubois in July, which made him the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion for the second […]
UFC Fight Night – Jack Hermansson vs Myktybek Orolbai: Preview & Betting Tips
The welterweight matchup between Jack Hermansson and Myktybek Orolbai pits a seasoned veteran with top-10 experience against a surging newcomer looking to make a statement, on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card. Hermansson (24-9) brings a long résumé of battles with elite fighters. His skill set is built on fundamentals: steady footwork, a long jab, […]
UFC Fight Night – Serghei Spivac vs Shamil Gaziev: Preview & Betting Tips
This Saturday, heavyweights collide as Serghei Spivac versus Shamil Gaziev at UFC Fight Night in Qatar. Spivac (17-6) is the more experienced man, but he enters this bout on the back of two losses in a row, and perhaps his UFC career on the line. Spivac does have relentless pressure and carries finishing power in […]
Jake Paul Vs. Anthony Joshua Announced
A pro heavyweight boxing match between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua will take place on December 19th live on Netflix from the Kaseya Center in Miami. The finalization of the fight follows after Paul’s original opponent, Gervonta Davis, was forced to withdraw from their November 14th bout. Davis’ ex-girlfriend filed a civil lawsuit, alleging battery, […]
Arman Tsarukyan Vs. Dan Hooker Preview
Arman Tsarukyan takes on Dan Hooker in a lightweight clash at UFC Qatar, as we preview the upcoming fight. This bout would mark Tsarukyan’s return to the octagon since his withdrawal from UFC 311 in January with a back injury, a setback that cost him a rematch against Islam Makhachev. Tsarukyan is coming off a […]
Brian Norman Jr. Vs. Devin Haney Preview
WBO Welterweight Champion Brian Norman Jr. boxes Devin Haney on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. The fight takes place on the David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde undercard. Norman Jr. retained his belt with a fifth-round knockout of Jin Sasaki. Meanwhile, Haney is pursuing a title in a third weight class after winning […]
David Benavidez Vs. Anthony Yarde Breakdown
WBC Light Heavyweight Champion David Benavidez boxes Anthony Yarde on November 22, as we preview the upcoming fight. Benavidez earned the interim belt after beating David Morrell Jr. after which he became the full champion once Dmitry Bivol vacated. It is Benavidez’s first defense, giving him the chance to legitimately say he is the champion. Meanwhile, […]
What's Next For Conor Benn?
Conor Benn defeated Chris Eubank Jr. in a unanimous decision in their rematch, as we look at what is next. Benn dropped his man twice to avenge the defeat in the first fight, as he secured a wide decision on the cards: 119-107, 116-110 and 118-108. The result means their rivalry is tied at 1-1, […]
Islam Makhachev Outclasses Della Maddalena To Become A Double Champ
Islam Makhachev became a double champion, beating Jack Della Maddalena to capture the welterweight belt at UFC 322 in a dominant unanimous decision: 50-45 (x3). Makhachev’s game plan was clear, as he secured the takedown in the opener. Makhachev threatened submissions like the D’arce choke, as JDM was on the back foot. Della Maddalena connected […]
Shevchenko Dominates Zhang As She Coasts To Victory
Valentina Shevchenko, the UFC Flyweight Champion, dominated Zhang Weili at UFC 322 to win a unanimous decision, 50-45, 50-45, 50-45, as you can see how the fight played out live. Shevchenko regained her flyweight belt with a win over Alexa Grasso in their trilogy bout at UFC 306. She then made a successful defense, with […]
Benn Dominates Eubank To Gain Revenge
Conor Benn dominated Chris Eubank Jr. in their rematch to secure a unanimous decision win, 119-107 118-108 116-110. as you can see how the fight played out live. Eubank gave Benn his first loss via a unanimous decision in their first fight, but the fight was marred by the controversy that followed. Eubank stated he […]
Catterall Secures Stoppage Win Over Essuman
Jack Catterall stopped Ekow Essuman in the 11th round in their 147 clash on the Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn co-main event, as you can see how the fight played out live. Catterall defeated Harlem Eubank in his last fight, which was the perfect response after his loss to Arnold Barboza Jr. in February. […]
Adam Azim Secures Late-Round Stoppage Over Scoby
Adam Azim stopped Kurt Scoby in the 12th round on the Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn undercard in their 140-pound clash, as you can see how the fight played out live. Azim entered into the fight with the best win of his career, stopping Sergey Lipinets in February via a ninth-round stoppage. He was […]
Riakporhe Stops Welch Inside Two Rounds
Heavyweight Richard Riakporhe stopped Tommy Welch in the second round on the Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn undercard, as you can see how the fight played out live. Riakporhe’s record now stands at 19-1, with 15 wins by way of knockout. He had been campaigning at cruiserweight, but made the move up after his […]
What's Next For Joseph Parker After Failed VADA Test?
Former WBO Heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine on the day of his Fabio Wardley fight, as he will likely face disciplinary action. Reports indicate that Parker’s failed Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency (VADA) test on October 25 showed that cocaine was in his system. Parker lost the fight as he was knocked out […]
‘Pitbull' Cruz Eyes The ‘Throne' After Canelo's Retirement
Isaac Cruz is positioning himself to become Mexico’s top fighter once Canelo Alvarez leaves the sport. Cruz is scheduled to face Lamont Roach Jr. on December 6 in a defense of his WBC Interim Junior Welterweight Title. A win keeps him in a position to take on the full champion Subriel Matias. Cruz has been […]
Tim Tszyu Plots 2025 Ring Return
Former WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu is plotting to box before the end of the year after making major changes to his team. Following a challenging period that saw him lose three of his last four fights, the Australian has completely dismantled his previous setup. He has begun a new partnership with Cuban coach, […]
Isaac Dulgarian Suspended Amid FBI Fight-Fixing Investigation
Former UFC featherweight Isaac Dulgarian has been suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC)—following his loss at UFC Vegas 110, which prompted an ongoing FBI investigation into fight fixing. The scrutiny stems from Dulgarian’s first-round submission loss to Yadier del Valle. Just hours before the fight, a large number of bets were placed on […]
Trump To Skip UFC 322 Event
Donald Trump will not be in attendance at UFC 322 headlined by JackDella Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev. The card takes place at Madison Square Garden, as JDM makes his first defense of his welterweight belt. Meanwhile, Islam aims to make history by becoming a two-weight world champion. Trump has attended numerous UFC events previously, given he […]