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Shakur Stevenson confirms Zuffa signing, targets October debut
Shakur Stevenson says he expects to fight on both Ring and Zuffa cards after signing with the promotion, with an October bout against Devin Haney under discussion.
Conor Benn calls Ryan Garcia 'good for boxing'
Conor Benn told BBC Sport that Ryan Garcia is 'good for boxing' despite the American's suspension and recent controversies in the sport.
Boots Ennis calls himself a 'variety bag' after 154-pound title win
Jaron Ennis told Ring Magazine he can do whatever he wants in the ring and now aims to collect all the belts at super welterweight.
Shakur Stevenson addresses Shannon Sharpe debate, Hearn leak
Stevenson told MMA Fighting his heated Nightcap podcast exchange with Sharpe got personal after the NFL legend called his boxing style boring.
Dillon Danis loses attorney again over unpaid bills in Agdal case
MMA fighter Dillon Danis must find new counsel after his lawyer withdrew citing unpaid invoices and lack of communication in the Nina Agdal defamation lawsuit.
Michael Bisping stars in Atlas King action thriller trailer
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping lands his first leading film role in Atlas King, an action thriller hitting digital platforms Aug. 21.
Ryan Garcia tells Conor Benn he's not good enough to win
Garcia dismissed Benn's threats ahead of their September 12 WBC welterweight title fight in Las Vegas, telling his challenger he lacks the skills to compete.
PFL Austin fight card: Eblen vs Kasanganay 2 start time on ESPN
Johnny Eblen meets Impa Kasanganay in the PFL Austin main event Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN, headlining a nine-fight card from the Moody Center.
UFC Belgrade poster unveiled for Medic vs. Rodriguez on Aug. 1
UFC released the official poster for its Aug. 1 Belgrade card headlined by welterweights Uros Medic and Daniel Rodriguez on Paramount+.
Lucas Fernando lands UFC 330 debut against Rafael Tobias
LFA light heavyweight champion Lucas Fernando will make his UFC debut against Rafael Tobias at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia, per MMA Fighting.
Justin Gaethje shuts down Paddy Pimblett rematch talk
Gaethje told Pat McAfee he has no interest in running back his January win over Pimblett, despite the Brit's lightning finish at UFC 329.
Conor Benn targets world title as sole focus
Conor Benn tells Sky Sports his sole focus is capturing a world title as the welterweight contender maps out his next move in the division.
Josh Kelly calls for Ennis and Zayas fights in push for top names
Josh Kelly says he wants fights with Jaron Ennis and Xander Zayas as he targets the biggest names available at welterweight and junior middleweight.
UFC Freedom 250 Fight Week Brings Youth Fitness Clinics to D.C.
Ryan Hall and Randy Brown led jiu-jitsu and boxing sessions for local youth during UFC Freedom 250 fight week, with Total Wireless and UFC donating $20,000 to Midtown Youth Academy.
UFC Freedom 250 Drives $100K in Veteran Donations via Polymarket
UFC teamed with Polymarket and Meta to deliver $100,000 across four military charities during UFC Freedom 250 fight week, including hospital visits and AI-powered glasses for blind vets.
Sedriques Dumas removed from UFC roster after sentencing
Sedriques Dumas is no longer on the UFC roster following his June sentencing in Florida on weapons and drug charges stemming from an April 2025 arrest.
Alex Pereira blames Herb Dean after Michel Pereira roster cut
UFC light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira revived his criticism of referee Herb Dean following Michel Pereira's release, calling the sport 'tarnished' by officiating mistakes.
Ryan Garcia defends WBC welterweight title vs Connor Benn Sept. 12
Ryan Garcia will put his WBC welterweight belt on the line against Connor Benn on Sept. 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, ESPN reports.
Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn official for September 12 in Vegas
Ryan Garcia will face Conor Benn on Sept. 12 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, UFC CEO Dana White announced Wednesday. Garcia holds the WBC welterweight title.
Anthony Joshua says Topuria loss made him rethink career
Joshua told Combat Evolved that watching Ilia Topuria's upset defeat to Justin Gaethje at UFC White House prompted him to refocus on his upcoming fight against Tyson Fury.