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ESPN+ To Raise Price Before Losing UFC Rights
ESPN is set to increase the price of its streaming service just weeks before the promotion’s UFC broadcast rights officially move to Paramount. ESPN has announced that its streaming platform ESPN+ will rebrand as ESPN Select on October 21. This means the ad-supported monthly plan will increase from $11.99 to $12.99, while the ad-free monthly […]
Oleksandr Usyk Vs. Jake Paul – Will It Happen?
Oleksandr Usyk, Undisputed heavyweight champion, has responded to Jake Paul’s ambitions, firing back at him after he was named on Paul’s “hitlist.” Usyk reacted after Paul named him as one of his combat sports goals. Paul is currently scheduled to face Gervonta Davis in their November 14 exhibition. However, Paul has ambitions of facing Usyk […]
Should Crawford Fight Benavidez?
Bernie Davis, Terence Crawford’s coach, has shut down talk of a David Benavidez fight. Davis responded to reports that Turki Alalshikh wanted Benavidez to move back down to 168 to take on Bud for his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title. Crawford moved up from 154 to make his debut at the weight class, as he defied […]
Pros Predict Carlos Ulberg Vs. Dominick Reyes – ‘I'm Leaning Towards Him'
Light heavyweights Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes face off at UFC Perth, as pros picked their winner. Ulberg enters the fight with an impressive eight-fight win streak, building a case for a shot at the title. The third-ranked fighter has been particularly dominant in his last two outings, securing victories over Volkan Oezdemir and Jan […]
Canelo Alvarez Vs. Christian Mbilli – How Does It Play Out?
Christian Mbilli says a fight with Canelo Alvarez is at the top of his wish list, as he backed himself to win. Mbilli’s comments came following Canelo’s unanimous decision defeat to Terence Crawford. The latter jumped up two weight divisions, but outboxed Canelo to become undisputed at 168, as he became the first man to […]
Robert Whittaker Vs. Sean Strickland – How Does It Play Out?
Robert Whittaker has called out Sean Strickland for a potential fight in Sydney, as we look at how the bout could play out. Whittaker is looking to get back to winnings ways after suffering two consecutive defeats. He came up short against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 308, while losing to Reinier de Ridder in July. […]
Dwayne Johnson Was ‘Inspired' By Mark Kerr
The Smashing Machine’s Dwayne Johnson revealed that he was deeply inspired by a specific moment in the career of former MMA fighter Mark Kerr. Johnson portrays Kerr in The Smashing Machine, as his role has been tipped to secure an Oscar nomination following the premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Johnson recalled Kerr’s fight with […]
Fans Predict Carlos Ulberg Vs. Dominick Reyes – ‘I Lean Towards Him'
Carlos Ulberg and Dominick Reyes face off at UFC Perth this weekend, as fans picked their winner. Ulberg arrives into the fight with an impressive run of form. He has won eight fights on the spin, beating Volkan Oezdemir and Jan Blachowicz in his last two fights. A win over Reyes would shoot him up […]
Eimantas Stanionis Vs. Jabulani Makhense – How Does It Play Out?
Eimantas Stanionis vs. Jabulani Makhense takes place at 150 pounds this weekend, as we look at how the fight could play out. Stanionis enters the bout with a defeat against Jaron Ennis in April. The loss was the first of his career, as he missed out on becoming the Unified Welterweight Champion. The defeat raised […]
Aspinall: I Didn't Cause Jones Fight Delay
Tom Aspinall has revealed that the delay in trying to secure a fight with Jon Jones was not his choice. Aspinall became the UFC Heavyweight Champion after Jones announced his retirement from the sport. The news came as a shock since Dana White was adamant the fight would get made. The failure to do so […]
What's Next For Luis Ortiz?
Luis Ortiz made a successful return to the ring with a quick knockout victory, but his focus has already shifted to his next opponent: Moses Itauma. The 46-year-old southpaw secured a first-round stoppage win over Phillip Penson, following up on his previous win against Francisco Cordero in January. The victory was just his fifth fight […]
Mayweather Says Prince Naseem Isn't Appreciated – ‘He Doesn’t Get The Props'
Floyd Mayweather Jr. believes Prince Naseem Hamed is underrated, stating British fans do not give him the credit he deserves. Hamed, who was active from 1992 to 2002, unified world featherweight titles and ended his career with a 36-1 record, including 31 knockouts. Hamed captivated audiences with his power, angles, and theatrical ring entrances. At […]
UFC Fight Night – Carlos Ulberg vs Dominick Reyes: Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC light heavyweight division is the main focus in Perth this weekend, as surging contender Carlos Ulberg headlines in a main event against former title challenger Dominick Reyes. Ulberg (13-1) has quietly pieced together one of the division’s strongest win streaks. Riding eight straight victories, the City Kickboxing product hasn’t lost since his UFC […]
Eimantas Stanionis Vs. Jabulani Makhense Preview
Eimantas Stanionis faces Jabulani Makhense in a catchweight of 150 pounds, as we preview this upcoming fight. Stanionis enters into the fight with a sixth-round stoppage defeat against Jaron Ennis in a welterweight title unification bout in April. The loss meant he lost his WBA welterweight title in the first loss of his career. Meanwhile, […]
Adesanya Not Planning To Retire Yet
Despite three consecutive losses, former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is not planning to retire. Eugene Bareman, Adesanya’s coach, made the comments about his fighter. Adesanya’s recent struggles have fuelled speculation about his future. His last victory came in April 2023 with a knockout win over Alex Pereira, but since then, he has faced a […]
Will Ronda Rousey Return To The UFC?
Ronda Rousey is enjoying MMA again, as speculation continues that she could return. Rousey is the former UFC Bantamweight Champion. During the peak of her career, she made six title defenses. Her rise made her one of the leading names in women’s MMA, paving the way for other leading female fighters. However, during the latter […]
Crawford's Camp See No Point In A Canelo Rematch
Assistant coach Bernie Davis is looking beyond the rematch between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez, saying Crawford would win by knockout. The scores were 115-113, 115-113, and 116-112, suggesting the fight was much closer. However, Crawford was the dominant fighter, with the majority feeling the scorecards should have been wider. Crawford’s ability to handle the […]
Ryan Garcia Names His Targets
Following his loss to Rolando Romero, Ryan Garcia has laid out a “hit list” of four fighters he wants to face next. The list includes Teofimo Lopez, Shakur Stevenson, and a rematch with Gervonta “Tank” Davis. Garcia suffered a unanimous decision loss to Romero for the vacant WBA welterweight title in May. Despite the defeat, […]
Nazarena Bermudez Stops Sara Bailey To Unify
Evelin Nazarena Bermudez stopped Sara Bailey in the first round to unify the junior flyweight division, as you can follow how the fight played out. Bailey had a 6-0 record, capturing the WBA belt in just her fourth professional fight. She had successfully defended her title twice since her win against Guadalupe Bautista in April […]
Eubank Jr. Vs. GGG – Will It Happen?
Chris Eubank Jr. has expressed an interest in facing Gennady Golovkin, as we explore how such a fight could play out. Eubank’s comments arrive ahead of his upcoming fight with Conor Benn in November. Eubank beat Benn in their first fight, as he looks to move on to bigger things if he secures another win. […]