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Mayweather-Pacquiao Rematch In 'Financial Gridlock'
The Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch is off — and Pacquiao's camp is placing the blame squarely on the other side of the negotiating table.
Jones Hints At UFC Return
Jon Jones is moving like he never left — and the door to a comeback is open again.
Usyk Vacates WBA, WBC And IBF Titles
Oleksandr Usyk has walked away from the belts — but not the sport.
WBA Names Davis Champion In Recess
Gervonta Davis' path back to the championship has been closed — at least for now.
Justin Gaethje to attend McGregor vs. Holloway title eliminator
Former interim champ Justin Gaethje confirms he'll be cageside for Conor McGregor's lightweight return against Max Holloway, a bout that could determine his next title challenger.
Usyk vacates world heavyweight titles, promises new chapter
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his world heavyweight belts, calling it a well-considered move that will open new opportunities. The unified champion left the division.
Brunno Ferreira: One Punch Knocks Out Overhyped Aliskerov
Brunno Ferreira says Ikram Aliskerov's hype is overblown and one clean shot will end their UFC Baku main card bout Saturday in Azerbaijan.
Usyk vacates world titles, says 'continuation lies ahead'
Oleksandr Usyk vacates his world titles, calling the decision a move that will open new opportunities. The heavyweight says the continuation lies ahead.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'new opportunities' as he teases future
Oleksandr Usyk says his decision to vacate a heavyweight title opens new opportunities and is not the end of his story in the division.
Usyk vacates belts: 'This is not the end of the story'
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his world heavyweight belts, calling the decision well-considered and insisting his story is not over. The Ukrainian's next move remains unclear.
Dana White defends Joe Rogan from firing demands: 'Loyalty matters'
UFC CEO Dana White says he has refused calls from wealthy figures demanding he fire longtime commentator Joe Rogan, citing years of unpaid work and loyalty.
PFL San Diego weigh-ins complete: AJ McKee on weight
AJ McKee weighed 145.6 pounds for his Saturday return against Salamat Isbulaev. One fighter missed the bantamweight limit by 1.6 pounds.
Joe Lauzon signs with BKFC, debuts at Fenway Park in August
The 27-fight UFC veteran returns to competition after nearly seven years with a bare-knuckle debut at Boston's Fenway Park on Aug. 29.
UFC Baku betting lock: Sadykhov vs Camilo Under 2.5 Rounds
MMA Mania projects Nazim Sadykhov vs Matheus Camilo to finish early at UFC Baku on Saturday, pointing to the Azerbaijani's 91 percent finish rate.
Matheus Camilo unfazed by Baku crowd ahead of UFC clash with Nazim Sadykhov
Camilo expects the pressure to fall on Sadykhov's shoulders when they meet in front of 10,000 fans at UFC Baku on Saturday, despite fighting in hostile territory.
Usyk vacates world titles, says move opens new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk vacates his world heavyweight titles, telling BBC Sport the decision will open new opportunities and is not the end of his story.
UFC Freedom 250 draws 34 million global viewers in record U.S. night
UFC Freedom 250 pulled 34 million viewers worldwide and set a new benchmark as the most-watched UFC event in U.S. history, the promotion announced.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'well-considered' step toward new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk says his belt vacation is a deliberate step toward new opportunities. The heavyweight champion insists this is not the end of his story.
Oleksandr Usyk vacates heavyweight belts for retirement fight
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will relinquish his WBA, WBC and IBF titles to pursue one final bout before retiring at 40.
Gervonta Davis stripped to 'champion in recess' by WBA
Gervonta Davis has been named 'champion in recess' by the WBA, clearing Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi to fight for the vacant lightweight title.