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Askren Calls McGregor An Addict – ‘He’s On Multiple Substances'
Former UFC fighter Ben Askren has described Conor McGregor as an addict. McGregor’s UFC career has derailed since his UFC 264 defeat against Dustin Poirier in 2021. That was the third loss of his last four UFC fights as he suffered a broken leg. He was set to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on […]
Tony Bellew is Willing to Fight Jake Paul for the Right Price
The list of people who would like to see Jake Paul find an opponent other than Mike Tyson for a Nov. 15 bout at A&T Stadium is growing. There is little doubt that the event will be the talk of online boxing news. But it still seems like an iffy idea to pit one of […]
Eubank Jr. Wants The Biggest Names – ‘It’s Ramping Up'
Chris Eubank Jr. expects to face the biggest names next year. Eubank Jr. will box Kamil Szeremeta in Riyadh, Saudia, Arabia on October 12. This takes place on the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol card, providing him with a massive platform to showcase his skills. He is coming off the biggest win of his career, […]
Donn Davis Reveals All On Jake Paul's PFL Debut – ‘Jake Is Committed'
The PFL Chairman Donn Davis has opened up about Jake Paul’s PFL debut. Paul signed a deal with the PFL last year but has yet to make his debut. The Problem Child has developed a reputation for having crossover fights, having faced many MMA stars. Victories against Ben Askren, Nate Diaz and Anderson Silva were […]
Lennox Lewis Backs Joshua To Stop Dubois But Admits ‘It Could Go Either Way’
Former undisputed heavyweight world champion Lennox Lewis is predicting Anthony Joshua to beat Daniel Dubois by stoppage on Saturday but believes the fight could be too close to call. Dubois (21-2-0 20 KO) makes the first defense of his IBF heavyweight world title against former unified champion Joshua (28-3-0 25 KO) in the headline bout […]
Benavidez Wants To Box Crawford – ‘I Would Love To Get It'
David Benavidez is willing to box Terence Crawford at super middleweight. Benavidez is looking to get back in the ring following his win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk, which made him the WBC Interim Light Heavyweight Champion. That was his first fight at the weight class, as the win made him mandatory for the winner of Artur […]
Joshua Buatsi Takes On Willy Hutchinson Risk As Patient Wait For Title Shot Goes On
There isn’t much more Joshua Buatsi can do to put himself in prime position for a shot at a light-heavyweight world title. Buatsi (18-0-0 13 KO) already won a WBA title eliminator against fellow Londoner and close friend Dan Azeez in February to be the next in line to challenge for that particular belt, currently […]
Shane Mosley Announces His Return To Boxing
Shane Mosley will return to the boxing ring for the first time in eight years. Reports indicate the boxer will face off against Bob Kofroth in a light heavyweight clash on September 28. This is part of a wider celebrity boxing card that will take place, which also features Kimbo Slice Jr. vs. Drew Mournet. […]
Devin Haney Begins Sparring; Who Is Next?
Devin Haney has returned to training as all eyes turn towards his next opponent. Haney’s last boxing fight was in April against Ryan Garcia. He was sent to the canvas three times as he suffered a majority decision defeat. But the decision was turned into a no-contest after Garcia failed VADA tests for Ostarine. The […]
Ngannou vs. Ferreira To Exceed UFC 306 Costs; Dana White Reacts – ‘Good Luck'
PFL Chairman Donn Davis expects the Francis Ngannou vs. Rennan Ferreira fight to cost more than the whole production at UFC 306. The fight takes place on October 19. Ngannou has his first MMA fight since stopping Cyril Gane at UFC 270 in 2022. Ngannou left the UFC last year after contract talks broke down […]
Makhachev Dismisses McGregor's UFC Return – ‘He Is More In Clubs Than In Training'
UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev has dismissed the idea of Conor McGregor ever fighting in the UFC again. McGregor left his fan base with a degree of frustration after he withdrew from UFC 303, which was set for June 29 against Michael Chandler. The Irishman pulled out with a broken toe, meaning his last UFC […]
Anthony Joshua-Daniel Dubois betting preview: Joshua is Ready to Hold Heavyweight Boxing Gold Once Again
The politics of boxing and what is best for the sport often need to be aligned. With so many different organizations offering championships, it’s impossible for things to be legislated any other way. After becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years, Oleksandr Usyk vacated the IBF belt not long after winning it in […]
What Is Jaron Ennis' Next Fight?
Jaron Ennis‘ next fight will become clearer with the likelihood that he could face his IBF mandatory Karen Chukhadzhian on November 9 in Philadelphia. Eddie Hearn has revealed that talks are ongoing to secure that fight, which would be the second defense of Ennis’ title. He stopped David Avanesyan in the fifth round in his […]
Daniel Dubois v Anthony Joshua: Predictions For The Main Card at Wembley Stadium
On Saturday in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium in London, Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua will headline a stacked Riyadh Season show and fight for the IBF heavyweight title. Dubois (21-2-0 20 KO) will make the first defense of his world title since being elevated from interim to full champion after Oleksandr Usyk […]
Muay Thai Star Says He Could Have Died After Sparring Fury
Muay Thai fighter Sinsamut Klinmee admits he could have died when he sparred with Tyson Fury. The lightweight, who competes in The ONE FC, had the opportunity to spar with the Gypsy King when he made a visit to Pattaya City. Fury is currently training for his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk in December. The Gypsy […]
Dubois Wants To Make Joshua Quit – ‘I Believe I Can'
Daniel Dubois hopes to make Anthony Joshua quit in their upcoming September 21 clash. Dubois defends his IBF Heavyweight Title, the first time he will do so after having become the champion once Oleksander Usyk vacated. Dubois is on a two-fight win streak following his own loss to Usyk, having beaten Jarrell Miller and Filip […]
Anthony Cacace v Josh Warrington: IBF Super-Featherweight Title Not On The Line
The IBF has announced that its super-featherweight world title will not be on the line when champion Anthony Cacace faces Josh Warrington in London on Saturday. Cacace (22-1-0 8 KO) and Warrington (31-3-1 8 KO) will fight on the undercard of the Riyadh Season show at Wembley Stadium, headlined by the IBF heavyweight title bout […]
Rak Erawan Hopes Win over Yodnumchai Fairtex During ONE Friday Night Fights 80 Will Pay Off Big
One thing that Rak Erawan should be proud of on his fighting resume is his activity level. Erawan always answers the phone when ONE Championship asks him to fight on a Friday night. What Erawan needs to prove is that he can be a consistent enough competitor to earn a spot on the main roster. […]
Usyk Speaks Out After Being Arrested At Krakow Airport – ‘Thank God'
Oleksandr Usyk has spoken out after he was arrested at Krakow Airport in Poland. The Undisputed Heavyweight Champion was on his way to the UK to watch Anthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois, which takes place on Saturday. But when he was at the airport, the boxer was detained for questioning. The following clip shows him […]
Joshua And Dubois' Grand Arrivals – ‘I’m The Man'
Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois made their Grand Arrivals ahead of their IBF Heavyweight Clash on Saturday. Joshua aims to become a three-time world champion by picking up Dubois’ IBF belt. He is in good form, with stoppage wins in his last two fights against Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou. Those stoppage wins materialized once […]