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MMA Rankings: Kape Cracks Top Five at Flyweight After UFC 327
Manel Kape moved into the top five at flyweight following his UFC 327 knockout, while heavyweight and light heavyweight see minor shuffles across promotions.
MMA Mania opens Tuesday open thread for June 23, 2026
MMA Mania's Tim Edwards hosts Tuesday's community discussion thread, highlighting Alex Pereira retirement tease and Paddy Pimblett's submission promise.
Moses Itauma could fight for world title in 2026, says Warren
Promoter Frank Warren told Sky Sports he wants Moses Itauma challenging for a heavyweight world title this year if the 21-year-old beats Filip Hrgovic on August 29.
Crocker says underdog role brings ease ahead of Paro bout
Lewis Crocker says fighting as the underdog against Liam Paro takes pressure off his preparation. The welterweight challenger welcomes the shift in expectation.
Paddy Pimblett blames eye gouges, low blows for Gaethje loss
Pimblett claims fouls altered his January title fight with Gaethje, who just won the undisputed lightweight belt. The Scouser faces Benoit Saint Denis on July 11.
Meta UFC rankings use math model, not A.I., officials say
UFC representatives clarified the new Meta UFC ranking system relies on a mathematical formula, not artificial intelligence, despite prior comments from Dana White.
Lee Selby explains bareknuckle switch after declining first two offers
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle contract after declining two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the prize in prizefighting is money.
Dricus Du Plessis blasts Kamaru Usman for delaying contract
Du Plessis says UFC told him they 'finally convinced' Usman to sign for their July 18 Fight Night headliner after months of negotiations.
Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury talks continue with no venue set
Turki Alalshikh says venue, date and promotional terms remain undecided despite reports of signed contracts. Joshua faces Kristian Prenga on July 25.
Lee Selby reveals three-offer bareknuckle deal that finally won him over
Lee Selby says he accepted a bareknuckle boxing deal after rejecting two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport money was the deciding factor in his move.
BBC Sport's Born to Brawl series features Pimblett, Shields and Eubank Jr
BBC Sport has released a documentary series tracking combat athletes including Paddy Pimblett, Claressa Shields and Chris Eubank Jr through pivotal career moments.
Beterbiev wants Bivol rubber match over Benavidez next
Artur Beterbiev says settling the score with Dmitry Bivol takes priority over facing David Benavidez, with a third fight expected in five or six months.
Turki Alalshikh: No Final Decisions on Joshua vs Fury Venue or Date
Saudi advisor Turki Alalshikh says venue, date, and promotional structure for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury remain open, with a summit planned among all stakeholders.
Crocker says Paro favourite status eases pressure ahead of clash
Lewis Crocker says Liam Paro's status as odds-on favourite has taken pressure off him ahead of their welterweight clash, having previously struggled with that role.
Lewis Crocker relishes underdog role ahead of Liam Paro clash
Lewis Crocker says the underdog tag eases his mind before facing favourite Liam Paro, drawing on experience from his last time entering a fight with expectations.
Colby Covington mocks Dustin Poirier after Georgia arrest
Colby Covington took aim at Dustin Poirier following the former UFC title challenger's arrest in Georgia on public intoxication charges this week.
Liam Paro questions Lewis Crocker's mindset before IBF title clash
Australian challenger Liam Paro says IBF welterweight champion Lewis Crocker has the wrong approach heading into Wednesday's world title fight in Brisbane.
Gaethje refuses Tsarukyan truck gift after UFC White House win
Justin Gaethje rejected Arman Tsarukyan's offer of a new truck following his UFC White House championship win, prompting an expletive-laced response from the lightweight contender.
Lee Selby says money talks after accepting bare-knuckle offer
Lee Selby accepted a bare-knuckle contract after turning down two earlier offers, telling BBC Sport the final financial package met his threshold.
Xander Zayas calls out Jaron Ennis over 'padded' record
Rising welterweight prospect Xander Zayas told Ariel Helwani that IBF champion Jaron Ennis has avoided top-tier fights and padded his unbeaten record.