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Matt Brown: UFC Can’t Save McGregor’s Reputation
Matt Brown says the UFC faces an impossible task in saving Conor McGregor’s reputation. McGregor is considered one of the UFC’s most iconic fighters. He is a two-weight world champion, often credited for propelling the sport to new heights. However, he has not had a UFC fight since losing to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 […]
Can Adam Azim Follow Amir Khan's Footsteps, Or Is He All Hype?
There has been a lot of hype surrounding Adam Azim, but is it justified? Azim is a British-Pakistani boxer who draws parallels with Amir Khan. Khan went on to become a two-time junior welterweight champion, the same weight class that Azim competes in. Azim is currently 22 years old, with a 12-0 record and nine […]
What Is Josh Taylor's Next Move?
Eddie Hearn has outlined Josh Taylor’s next possible fight after increasing suggestions the Scot will sign with Matchroom Boxing. Taylor is a former Undisputed Junior Welterweight Champion, making him one of the best fighters to come out of Scotland. However, his current run of form suggests he is no longer at his peak. He suffered […]
Floyd Schofield Says It's ‘A Done Deal' For A Shakur Stevenson Fight
Floyd Schofield says a deal has been agreed for a Shakur Stevenson fight. The fight was mentioned when Shakur’s other target, William Zepeda, was ruled out. The Mexican injured his hand, preventing a potential February 22 fight from going ahead. It was a massive setback since it was the second consecutive time that Shakur had […]
Chandler Reacts To McGregor's Sexual Assault Lawsuit – ‘I Don’t Know The Legal Ramifications'
Michael Chandler has reacted to Conor McGregor being found liable in his civil sexual assault lawsuit. The jury found that McGregor should pay Nikita Hand approximately $258,440 after being found liable for sexual assault. The lawsuit accused McGregor of sexual assault in 2018 after an incident at a Dublin hotel. James Lawrence, McGregor’s friend, was […]
Edwards’ Corner Slammed After Yafai Loss – ‘They Have A Duty Of Care'
Sunny Edwards’ corner came under fire following his sixth-round stoppage loss against Galal Yafai. Edwards lost for the second time in his career as he announced his retirement from the sport. It was shocking news from the former WBC Flyweight Champion, who is still only 28 years old. But before the stoppage took place in […]
Ennis Faces Backlash After Ortiz Fight Collapse
Jaron Ennis has faced significant backlash after his fight with Vergil Ortiz Jr. broke down. Ennis had reportedly reached a verbal agreement to face Ortiz Jr. subject to a formal announcement. It would have been Ennis’ first time fighting at junior middleweight following his victory over Karen Chukhadzhian in his last bout. Boots was struggling […]
Yafai Stops Edwards In The Sixth; Edwards Retires
Galal Yafai stopped Sunny Edwards in the sixth round as the latter announced his retirement. Yafai’s win made him the WBC Interim Flyweight Champion, making him mandatory for the full champion Kenshiro Teraji. It also avenged Yafai’s loss to Edwards in the amateurs, extending his undefeated record to 9-0. Yafai was on the offensive from the […]
Mayweather Eyes Jake Paul Fight
Floyd Mayweather Jr. says he is willing to fight Jake Paul. Following his retirement from professional boxing, Mayweather has engaged in numerous exhibitions. His last professional fight was against Conor McGregor in 2017. He stopped the Irishman in the 10th round to take his record to 50-0. His most recent exhibition was a rematch against […]
Schaub Says McGregor Must Change – ‘Get Your Act Together'
Brendan Schaub says Conor McGregor needs to make changes; otherwise, there is no hope for the UFC fighter. McGregor was ordered to pay Nikita Hand roughly $258,440 after he was found liable for sexual assault. The lawsuit was about a 2018 incident in a Dublin hotel room. McGregor’s friend, James Lawrence, was included in the case but […]
Ngannou Calls Out Jon Jones – ‘There’s Only One Fight'
Francis Ngannou has welcomed a fight with Jon Jones, putting pressure on the latter to take the fight. Jones is coming off a third-round stoppage victory against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. That was the first defense of his UFC Heavyweight Title after securing the belt against Ciryl Gane. Jones is in talks over a […]
Irish Politician Supports A Conor McGregor Boycott
Ruth Coppinger, an Irish politician, has support the idea of a public ‘boycott’ against Conor McGregor’s products. The statement was in response to McGregor’s sexual assault civil lawsuit, where he was required to pay Nikita Hand approximately $258,440. Lamhain claimed the UFC fighter sexually assaulted her in 2018 in a Dublin hotel room. James Lawrence, McGregor’s […]
Darren Till Wants To Fight Cristiano Ronaldo
Darren Till has called for a fight against Cristiano Ronaldo and Gary Neville. Till is scheduled to face Tommy Fury on January 18 from Manchester on an MF & DAZN: X Series 20 Misfits card. He made his boxing debut against Mohammad Mutie in Dubai this year in controversial circumstances. He secured a win after […]
Jon Jones Could ‘Vacate' UFC Title
Jon Jones has suggested that he could vacate his UFC Heavyweight Title before retiring from the sport. Jones is coming off a third round stoppage win against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. That was the first successful defense of his UFC Heavyweight Title after having submitted Cyril Gane at UFC 285 last year in the […]
De La Hoya Stirs Eddie Hearn And Skye Nicolson ‘Rumors' – ‘It's No Secret, You're Phony Eddie'
Oscar De La Hoya fuelled rumors that Eddie Hearn was allegedly in a ‘relationship’ with female boxer Skye Nicolson. De La Hoya made those comments during his segment ‘Clap Back Thursdays.’ Oscar has not been on good terms with Hearn despite them both being with DAZN. He has repeatedly accused Hearn of being a poor […]
Edwards vs. Yafai: Weight Made, War Ready
Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai made weight before their WBC Interim Flyweight Title fight on Saturday. The British domestic clash takes place at the Resorts World Arena, Birmingham. They have faced each other previously in the amateur ranks. Edwards got the better of his man on that occasion. However, it is their first clash in […]
UKAD Won’t Appeal; Benn ‘Cleared' To Fight
UKAD has chosen not to appeal the removal of Conor Benn’s suspension, meaning he is cleared to fight. The National Anti-Doping Agency lifted Benn’s suspension recently after he had tested positive for Clomiphene following VADA tests. It prevented the Chris Eubank Jr. fight from happening. UKAD suspended Benn as he engaged in a legal case […]
Klitschko Drops Comeback Plan Against Dubois
Wladimir Klitschko reportedly considered a comeback at 48 to face off against Daniel Dubois. According to reports, Klitschko was attempting to make a return for Dubois’ IBF Heavyweight Title. The Ukrainian has not had a boxing fight since getting stopped by Anthony Joshua in 2017. That was his second consecutive loss following the defeat against […]
Conor McGregor’s Alcohol Pulled From Irish Airports
Conor McGregor’s alcohol products have been removed from airports in Cork and Dublin. The decision comes in the aftermath of the UFC fighter being ordered to pay Nikita Hand roughly $258,440 after the latter filed a civil sexual lawsuit. The legal case alleged that McGregor sexually assaulted the claimant in 2018 at a Dublin hotel. […]
De La Hoya Could Sue Ryan Garcia Over The Rukiya Anpo Fight
Oscar De La Hoya could sue Ryan Garcia for his upcoming fight against Rukiya Anpo based on his comments in his latest ‘Clap Back Thursday’ segment. Garcia is on course to have his first fight since beating Haney in April when he secured a shock majority decision win. However, the result became a no contest […]