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Oleksandr Usyk targets Deontay Wilder for final fight
Oleksandr Usyk says his last professional bout could happen by year's end, with Deontay Wilder as the preferred opponent and Zuffa Boxing among the promotional options.
Ian Garry: Beating Islam Makhachev would make greatness undeniable
Ian Garry says defeating Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 would cement his status as an elite fighter and remove all doubt about his greatness.
Islam Makhachev's manager fires back at Ian Garry's McGregor comparison
Ali Abdelaziz dismissed Ian Garry's claim that beating Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 would mirror Conor McGregor's historic win over Jose Aldo.
Paddy Pimblett drops $13,700 on Ilia Topuria corner stool
Pimblett purchased the stool Topuria used during his corner stoppage loss to Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250, calling it a collector's item.
Tommy McMillen reveals Hunter Campbell backstage check-in
Undefeated featherweight Tommy McMillen says UFC exec Hunter Campbell pulled him aside before UFC Oklahoma City to ask about his post-fight party habits.
Michael Page frustrated by struggle to land UFC top-10 opponents
Michael Page told Ariel Helwani he's spent three fights chasing ranked middleweight matchups without success. His UFC Paris bout with Nursulton Ruziboev closes his current contract.
PFL and Rizin to crown unified featherweight champion at Super Rizin 5
A.J. McKee will challenge Rajabali Shaidullaev for both the PFL and Rizin featherweight championships Sept. 10 at Kyosera Dome Osaka in the first cross-promotional unification bout in MMA.
Naoya Inoue-Bam Rodriguez fight gets DAZN green light
DAZN has told Matchroom to pursue Inoue-Rodriguez for worldwide distribution. Eddie Hearn confirmed talks can begin, though no timeline is set.
Suarez Team Demands WBO Order Navarrete Rematch After KO Win
Charly Suarez's promoter wants the WBO to enforce a title rematch with Emanuel Navarrete after the Filipino's first-round knockout Saturday in San Bernardino.
Chase Hooper says UFC Oklahoma City loss meant getting a job
Hooper told his wife he'd find work outside the cage if he lost three straight. His sub win over Ramirez kept him on the roster.
Hannah Rapp death: Suspect Charles Medina has decade of arrests
Charles Medina, charged with manslaughter in boxer Hannah Rapp's death, has a record dating to 2012 including reckless driving and hit and run.
Kenshiro Teraji beats Willibaldo Gonzalez by UD in round 12 on 21 July 2026
Kenshiro Teraji defeated Willibaldo Gonzalez by UD, round 12 on 21 July 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
UFC Vegas 120 poster revealed for Gamrot vs. Salkilld on Aug. 8
The promotion unveiled its promotional art for the lightweight clash between Mateusz Gamrot and Quillan Salkilld at Meta Apex in Las Vegas on Aug. 8.
Lorenzo Hunt survives early knockdown, becomes BKFC three-division champion
Lorenzo Hunt knocked out Walter Pugliesi in Round 4 at BKFC 91 in Naples to claim the Ironweight title, making him the first fighter to hold three belts in promotional history.
Suspect in Hannah Rapp death has extensive criminal history
The Texas man charged with manslaughter in the death of pro boxer Hannah Rapp has a lengthy arrest record dating back over a decade, including reckless driving and hit-and-run offenses.
Tommy McMillen breaks Nate Diaz record, declares himself third Diaz brother
McMillen landed 252 significant strikes in three rounds at UFC Oklahoma City, eclipsing Nate Diaz's UFC record and claiming a spot in the family.
Dustin Poirier calls for Michael Chandler to retire after four straight losses
Poirier questioned Chandler's plans to continue fighting at 40 after a fourth consecutive loss, suggesting the former Bellator champion should hang up the gloves.
Anthony Joshua vs. Kristian Prenga fight card, DAZN start time
Anthony Joshua faces Kristian Prenga on DAZN PPV July 25 in Jeddah. The heavyweight tuneup precedes a planned Fury showdown later this year.
Ben Askren calls out Colby Covington over RAF 11 press conference
Ben Askren criticized Colby Covington's comments about Belal Muhammad and his wife at the RAF 11 press conference, calling them gross and terrible.
Paddy Pimblett buys Ilia Topuria's UFC White House stool for $13,700
Pimblett spent nearly $14,000 on the stool Topuria used at UFC White House, calling it a collector's item after his rival's stoppage loss to Justin Gaethje.