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Beterbiev Vs. Bivol Predictions – ‘It's A 50-50'
The Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch takes place on February 22 as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Beterbiev won the first fight via a majority decision to become the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Champion via a majority decision. The result divided some in the boxing community, who felt Bivol had done enough to win. But […]
Dubois Vs. Parker Predictions – ‘He Might Knock Him Out'
Daniel Dubois defends his IBF Heavyweight Title against Joseph Parker on February 22, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Dubois defended his title for the first time by stopping Anthony Joshua in his last fight. He produced a career-best performance, dropping AJ numerous times. It was the third win on the spin after his loss […]
McGregor Says His BKFC Debut Will Happen – ‘Mark My Words'
Conor McGregor says he has many fights lined up for BKFC as he expects to make his debut in the organization. McGregor is a part-owner of BKFC, as he continues to work his way back to fighting. He has been absent from fighting since 2021, when he lost to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Three […]
Should Boxing Bring Back 15-Round Fights?
WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has ruled out having 15-minute boxing rounds. His comments arrived after Teofimo Lopez expressed his desire to see that implemented for undisputed world title fights. The WBA President Gilberto Mendoza has said that the organization could pilot this, raising speculation that boxing could see its return, endorsing Lopez’s comments. “I don’t […]
Pros React To Cannonier’s Stoppage Win Against Rodrigues
MMA pros have reacted to Jared Cannonier’s win against Gregory Rodrigues at UFC Vegas 102. Cannonier extended his record to 18-8 with a fourth-round stoppage. But he had to do it the hard way after getting off the canvas twice. He had the most difficult of starts. Rodrigues connected with two right hands to send […]
Cannonier Stops Rodrigues At UFC Vegas 102
Jared Cannonier stopped Gregory Rodrigues in the fourth round to get his first win in over two years at UFC Vegas 102. The 40-year-old took his record to 18-8 but had to overcome some major adversity to get the win. Rodrigues was the much better fight early on. He connected with two right hands to […]
Crawford Praises Keyshawn Davis' World Title Win – ‘Going To Be Around For A Long Time'
Terence Crawford reacted to Keyshawn Davis stopping Denys Berinchyk to win the WBO Lightweight Title. Keyshawn produced a comprehensive performance, dropping his man twice before getting him out of the ring with a fourth-round stoppage. It was Keyshawn’s first world title as he extended his undefeated record to 13-0. In his post-fight comments, Keyshawn called […]
Felix Sturm Dominates Benjamin Blindert In A Third-Round Stoppage
Felix Sturm produced a stunning performance to beat Benjamin Blindert via a third-round stoppage in their light heavyweight fight. Sturm dropped his man four times on his way to getting the stoppage. The five-time world champion showed his class immediately from the first round. He began on the front foot, connecting with a solid right hand […]
What's Next For Arnold Barboza?
Arnold Barboza Jr. defeated Jack Catterall to secure the WBO Interim Junior Welterweight Title, as we look at his next steps. Barboza produced an impressive victory to secure a title shot against the full champion Teofimo Lopez Jr. He could become the next champion if Lopez moves up to 147 pounds and is stripped. Alternatively, […]
Arnold Barboza Jr. Shocks Jack Catterall To Win WBO Interim Title
Arnold Barboza Jr. upset Jack Catterall in his backyard to win the WBO Interim Junior Welterweight Title. The win made Barboza mandatory for the WBO Champion Teofimo Lopez, as he edged out a split decision: 113-115, 115-113, 115-113. Catterall started the fight well, using his jab early on to keep his man at bay. However, […]
What's Next For Keyshawn Davis?
Keyshawn Davis beat Denys Berinchyk, raising question marks over his next steps. The fourth-round KO extended Keyshawn’s record to 13-0, as he grabbed his first world title with the WBO belt at 135. He defied the pre-fight controversy, where he accused Berinchyk of sending him a banana and watermelon in an act of racism. Keyshawn […]
Ngannou Wants Wilder Next – ‘Somebody Will Go To Sleep'
Francis Ngannou says his next fight will be in boxing, as he targeted a fight with Deontay Wilder. Ngannou has had two boxing bouts, losing both of them. He suffered a controversial split decision loss to Tyson Fury, with many believing he had done enough to win. Former world champion Carl Froch was very vocal, […]
Jorge Masvidal Eyes Florida Senate Run – ‘I Could Make A Real Difference'
Jorge Masvidal has said he wants to run for the Senate and represent Florida. Masvidal made his name in the UFC by securing the fastest knockout in history by stopping Ben Askren in just five seconds. He also became the first person in the history of the UFC to become the BMF Champion, beating Nate […]
McGregor Joins The Music Business
Conor McGregor’s fight career appears no closer to restarting after he announced his latest venture outside of the Octagon. McGregor’s last UFC fight was in 2021, losing to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. He suffered a broken leg, which has kept him out since then. His comeback plans were disrupted after he pulled out of […]
Keyshawn Davis Destroys Denys Berinchyk; Secures KO To Claim WBO Lightweight Title!
Keyshawn Davis knocked out Denys Berinchyk in the fourth round to win his first world title by picking up the latter’s WBO Lightweight Belt. The win was all the more impressive given the pre-fight antics. Keyshawn was unhappy after someone delivered a banana, watermelon and a note to his room, as he accused Berinchyk of […]
Catterall & Barboza Jr. Make Weight For Saturday's Clash
Jack Catterall and Arnold Barboza Jr. made the junior welterweight limit before their clash on Saturday. Catterall is expected to beat Barboza in this WBO title eliminator. A win would make him mandatory for the full belt, which is currently held by Teofimo Lopez. The Takeover has been linked with a move up to 147, […]
De La Hoya Rips Canelo – ‘You've Never Done A Thing To Help The Mexican Community'
Oscar De La Hoya has criticized Canelo Alvarez’s decision to duck the Jake Paul fight in his latest segment of Clap Back Thursdays. Reports indicated that Canelo had signed a deal with Jake Paul for a fight on Cinco de Mayo. However, it was later announced that Alvarez had inked a four-fight deal with the […]
Topuria Warns Pimblett Over His Controversial Comments – ‘I’m Going To Take Your Head Off'
UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria has warned Paddy Pimblett over his controversial comments. Topuria reacted after Pimblett suggested that he would be open to fighting him if the champion moved up to lightweight. Topuria knocked out Max Holloway at UFC 308 in his last fight to make a successful first defense of his featherweight title. […]
Teddy Atlas Shares Thoughts On Catterall vs. Barboza Jr. – ‘He's Going To Live Or Die'
Teddy Atlas gave his take on the Jack Catterall vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. fight as they face off on February 15. Catterall knows a victory makes him the WBO Interim Junior Welterweight Champion, thus becoming mandatory for the full champion Teofimo Lopez. Catterall has bounced back impressively since his controversial split decision loss to Josh […]
Teddy Atlas Weighs In On Keyshawn Davis vs. Denys Berinchyk – ‘It Ain't Gonna Be That Easy'
Keyshawn Davis takes on Denys Berinchyk, as Teddy Atlas gave his view on the fight. Davis is aiming to win his first world title by taking on the WBO Lightweight Champion. Keyshawn is undefeated with a 12-0 record. He knocked out Gustavo Lemos in his last fight to set up the title shot. He has […]