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Erin Blanchfield vs. Jasmine Jasudavicius set for UFC 330
Erin Blanchfield will face Jasmine Jasudavicius in a flyweight bout at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on Aug. 15, with both fighters looking to climb toward a title shot.
Mbilli sees Canelo slipping but warns danger remains
Christian Mbilli says Canelo Alvarez is declining but remains dangerous. The middleweight contender has his eye on a potential fight with the former unified champion.
Fury-Joshua contracts exclude Zuffa, Hearn says
Eddie Hearn told BoxingScene that Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua's contracts bar Dana White's Zuffa Boxing from promoting their heavyweight clash, despite White's recent claims.
Fury-Joshua contracts bar Zuffa Boxing despite White claims
Eddie Hearn says both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua contracts exclude Dana White's Zuffa Boxing from promotional involvement, contradicting White's public stance.
Crocker vows new look ahead of Paro showdown
Lewis Crocker promises an evolved version of himself when he defends his welterweight title against Liam Paro, speaking to BBC Sport.
Tyron Woodley returns to wrestling, faces Joaquin Buckley at RAF 12
Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley will face Joaquin Buckley in a catchweight wrestling match at Real American Freestyle 12 on Aug. 22 in Cleveland.
Daniel Cormier addresses hacked Twitter account controversy
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier says his account was hacked before posting alleged Eric Trump screenshots. He spent two days locked out trying to regain control.
Verhoeven cites timekeeper in Usyk defeat appeal
Rico Verhoeven says the official timekeeper supports his appeal against his loss to Oleksandr Usyk in their 123 kg heavyweight bout.
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: Hearn bars Zuffa from promotion
Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua's contract for the Tyson Fury fight excludes Dana White and Zuffa Boxing from promotional involvement, despite White's recent claims about the bout.
Israel Adesanya warns Josh Hokit about White House speech
Adesanya says Hokit's post-fight comments at UFC White House went too far: 'He's trying to put a red dot on his own head.'
UFC 330 Philadelphia official: Makhachev-Garry, Dern-Robertson
Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Garry while Mackenzie Dern faces Gillian Robertson at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia.
Jamahal Hill announces move to heavyweight after year layoff
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill will compete at heavyweight when he returns later this year, the 35-year-old announced Wednesday.
Alex Pereira: Focus '100%' on Heavyweight After Dean Controversy
Alex Pereira says his focus is now fully on the heavyweight division and confirmed he won't fight if Herb Dean referees again after their controversial UFC White House bout.
Rico Verhoeven demands Usyk rematch after appeal denied
Verhoeven's protest of the controversial eleventh-round stoppage in Cairo was rejected by the commission, prompting the kickboxing champion to call for an immediate rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.
Lewis Crocker explains camp shake-up ahead of title defence
Lewis Crocker says training camp changes have worked out ahead of his welterweight title defence. The Belfast fighter told BBC Sport he identified areas to improve.
Verhoeven cites ringside doctor backing in stoppage appeal
Rico Verhoeven says the ringside doctor confirmed he showed no confusion after the stoppage he is now appealing. The heavyweight cites official backing.
Islam Makhachev defends UFC title against Garry at 330
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev faces Ian Machado Garry in the UFC 330 main event Aug. 15 in Philadelphia, per ESPN.
Lewis Crocker vows new approach for Liam Paro defence
Lewis Crocker says he is looking forward to showing his new and improved self when he defends his welterweight title against former champion Liam Paro.
Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry set for UFC 330 in August
Makhachev will defend his welterweight title against Garry on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia, with Mackenzie Dern facing Gillian Robertson in the co-main event.
Fury manager denies Zuffa Boxing contract after UFC appearance
Spencer Brown says Turki Alalshikh will promote Tyson Fury going forward, with Joshua fight expected on Netflix in November despite Dana White's involvement hints.