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Keyshawn Davis Targets Isaac Cruz – ‘I'm A Dawg, He's A Dawg'
Keyshawn Davis wants to box Isaac Cruz moving forward. Davis’ comments come ahead of his fight with Denys Berinchyk on February 14. This is Davis’ biggest fight, meaning he cannot afford to overlook his man. A win makes him the WBO Lightweight Champion, earning him his first world title. A victory would set up a […]
Beterbiev Rules Out Usyk Fight – ‘He's Too Strong'
Artur Beterbiev has ruled out a fight with Oleksandr Usyk after initially indicating his desire to face him. The pair faced each other in the amateurs with Usyk coming out victorious. The Ukrainian then went on to become undisputed at cruiserweight and then heavyweight after his win over Tyson Fury. Beterbiev indicated he would be […]
What's Next For Benavidez And Morrell?
David Benavidez defeated David Morrell Jr. to put himself in a mandatory position to face either Artur Beterbiev or Dmitry Bivol as we look at their next steps. Benavidez secured a unanimous decision win to extend his record to 30-0. It was his second victory at 175 pounds since moving up from light heavyweight. More […]
Pros React To Adesanya's Loss To Imavov – ‘Hate To See Izzy Lose
Israel Adesanya suffered his third consecutive loss, as MMA pros gave their reaction. Nassourdine Imavov knocked out Adesanya at UFC Saudi in the second round. He has now lost in two consecutive fights and a non-title fight in his last three bouts. After a positive start, the fight unravelled in a defeat. Adesanya was landing […]
Benavidez Survives Knockdown To Overpower Morrell
David Benavidez overpowered David Morrell Jr. to earn a unanimous decision win in their light heavyweight clash: 115-111, 115-111 and 118-108. The win extends Benavidez’s record to 30-0, as he becomes the WBC mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. The latter two will fight on February 22 for the Undisputed Light […]
Imavov KOs Adesanya At UFC Saudi; Should Izzy Retire?
Nassourdine Imavov stopped Israel Adesanya in the second round to give Izzy his third consecutive loss at UFC Saudi. The defeat raises question marks over Adesanya’s career and whether he should retire. He now has losses against Sean Strickland, Dricus Du Plessis and Imamov in his last three bouts, leaving him way behind a title […]
Azim Overcomes Docked Points; Stops Lipinets To Win IBO Belt
Adam Azim is the IBO Junior Welterweight Champion after securing a ninth-round KO win against Sergey Lipinets. The win means Azim won the vacant belt to take his record to 13-0. The first round was a cagey affair. Lipinets was moving around the ring, using his craft to stay out of harm’s way. Azim landed […]
Shields Can Complete Boxing With Undisputed Heavyweight Title
Claressa Shields takes on Danielle Perkins for the Undisputed Heavyweight Title in a historic clash on Sunday. Shields has already become undisputed at 154 and 160. She is the current WBC and WBF champion at heavyweight. This clash has the IBF and WBO belts up for grabs too. The WBA title is not recognized in […]
Gervonta Davis Eyes Only Mega Fights After Roach; Who's Next?
Stephen Espinoza says Gervonta Davis only plans to box in the mega bouts after his next fight with Lamont Roach Jr. The fight takes place on March 1, as Davis defends his WBA Lightweight Title. He enters the fight with a win against Frank Martin. Tank has said he will retire this year once he […]
McGregor Sparks Controversy With Khabib Remarks – ‘Show Your Wife, Fight Me'
Conor McGregor has made some controversial comments about Khabib Nurmagomedov as their feud continues. The pair are not on the best of terms, which was summed up when they faced off at UFC 299. The build-up was marred by a lot of controversy. McGregor threw a chair at the team bus during the build-up. The […]
Benavidez & Morrell's Explosive Weigh In – ‘See Who The Mexican Monster Is'
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. exchanged verbals after they made weight for their light heavyweight fight this weekend. The winner will become the WBC mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol, who face off on February 22. That would be for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Title. Benavidez defeated Oleksandr Gvozdyk in […]
Sonnen Warns Cormier As TUF 33 Trash Talk Begins
Chael Sonnen has started his trash talk with Daniel Cormier after the recent announcement that they will be part of The Ultimate Fighter 33 series. Reports indicate that the show will air via ESPN on March 27. This will be the 20th season of the show, which has had some of the biggest names in […]
Dana White Warns Global Fight League About Overspending
Dana White has given his take on The Global Fight League’s new venture. The MMA organization will hold its first event this year, having signed up many former UFC fighters. Reports indicate that 120 fighters are part of the new roster. Six teams will be formed, with many former UFC fighters. Tyron Woodley is one […]
Alex Pereira Wants To Box Usyk – ‘I'm The Champ'
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira wants a dream fight with Oleksandr Usyk. The two are considered the best fighters in the world in their respective sport. Pereira is a two-weight UFC World Champion, having secured titles at middleweight and light heavyweight. He is the current lightweight heavyweight champion after knocking out Khalil Rountree Jr. […]
Canelo Will Return In May; Who Is Next?
Eddie Reynoso has said that Canelo Alvarez will likely return to the ring in May in time for Cinco de Mayo, as questions remain over his next fight. Canelo’s last boxing performance was against Edgar Berlanga. He defeated Berlanga on Mexican Independence Weekend via a unanimous decision. Canelo held his own as he went up […]
Ryan Garcia Enrolls In VADA; Haney Rematch A Step Closer
Ryan Garcia has officially enrolled in VADA testing, ending speculation that he would no longer work with the organization. Garcia has had a bone to pick with VADA after he tested positive for Ostarine in his last fight against Devin Haney. It was a major setback since it turned Garcia’s biggest win into a no-contest. […]
Adesanya Vs. Imavov Predictions – ‘He Has A Chip On His Shoulder'
Israel Adesanya takes on Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia as MMA pros gave their predictions. The bout is on February 1 from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Adesanya has plenty to prove coming into this fight. He suffered two back-to-back defeats for the first time. He came out second best to Sean Strickland at UFC 293. […]
Benavidez & Morrell Trade Words At Final Presser – ‘I’m 100% Knocking Him Out'
David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr.’s pre-fight presser took place before their light heavyweight fight on February 1, as both fighters traded verbals. It is a clash between two undefeated fighters who are knockout artists. Benavidez is considered the slight favorite. He arrives into the fight with a win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk in his first […]
Khabib Bashes McGregor's ‘Controversial' Paul Hughes' Comments
Khabib Nurmagomedov has lashed out at Conor McGregor after the Irishman’s controversial comments towards Paul Hughes. Khabib’s comments were made following the recent fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes at the Road to Dubai Champions Event. Usman was given a controversial victory despite most of the MMA community having Hughes as the winner. Hughes could […]
Jake Paul: MMA Is No Longer Elite, Suffering Massive Decline
Jake Paul no longer sees MMA as an elite sport, as he has suggested it has suffered a massive decline. Paul is currently establishing his legacy in the sport of boxing. Jake has earned more than what most professional boxers will make in their lifetime. He demonstrated this perfectly when he faced Mike Tyson in […]