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Fury Tells His Critics To Not Watch The Ngannou Fight, Legendary Trainer Tommy Smalls Passes Away
In the latest boxing news, Tyson Fury has called on his critics to not watch his upcoming fight with Francis Ngannou. The ‘Gypsy King’ will face Ngannou, who makes his boxing debut, on October 28th, 2023. The WBC heavyweight champion will not be putting his belt on the line, but the bout will be on […]
Dana White Blasts Boxing Again, UFC Announces Its First Fight In Saudi
In today’s MMA news, Dana White has hit out at the sport of boxing once again after expressing his intention to put on a mega event at the Sphere in Las Vegas. White’s attention was piqued after the music band U2 had decided to perform, which prompted the CEO of the UFC to consider fights […]
Best MMA Grapplers
It’s impossible to be a one-trick pony anymore in Mixed Martial Arts. Having devastating power in your right hand or the ability to wrestle is nice, but you need a blend of everything to be a champion. But when it comes to grappling, the wizardry some people have turned in while fighting in the cage […]
Eubank Vs. Benn Allegedly Agreed For December 23rd, Hearn Speaks Out
In the latest boxing news, Chris Eubank Jr. vs Conor Benn has reportedly been agreed for December 23rd, 2023. The pair have long been linked with a fight ever since the first bout broke down. An agreement was in place for Benn to face Eubank at a catchweight of 157 pounds. However, after Benn failed […]
Warren Teases More Big Fights In Saudi
In today’s boxing news, Frank Warren has talked up the potential for more big fights in Saudi Arabia as Tyson Fury prepares to face Francis Ngannou on October 28th, 2023. The crossover fight will form part of the Riyadh Season in a fight where the social media numbers have shown a huge interest. Reports indicate […]
Jon Jones Reacts After USADA And The UFC Cut Ties – ‘Man I Survived USADA'
In some MMA news, Jon Jones has reacted to the news that USADA will no longer to working with the UFC. The organization confirmed that they would be parting ways following the expiry of their contract in 2023. The CEO of USADA, Travis Tygart, confirmed the news on October 11th, 2023. The comments were made […]
USADA And The UFC Part Ways – Here's Why
In some breaking MMA news, USADA and the UFC will not be working together in 2024 after the drug-testing organisation cut ties. According to reports, Travis Tygart (USADA’s CEO) made the announcement on October 11th, 2023, indicating that both sides would part ways in 2024. USADA’s current contract with the UFC ends in 2023, just […]
McGregor Slams ‘Political Shadiness' And Confirms His USADA Enrolment
In the latest MMA news, Conor McGregor has opened up on why he has been away from the UFC for longer than expected. Following his loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, the ‘Notorious’ has taken his time to enter back into the Octagon following his broken leg. There had been an expectation that he […]
California Signs Bill For An MMA Fighter Retirement Benefit Fund
California has rubber-stamped an MMA fighter retirement benefit fund into law, becoming the first state to do so, which will begin in 2024. The news comes after the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, signed Assembly Bill 1136 on October 8th, 2023. The initiative was put forward by Matt Haney, an assembly member from San Francisco, […]
MMA Fighter Pay Lags Behind Other Top Sports
There is no dispute that making money in combat sports isn’t solely based on talent. Fighters need to hit a chord with fight fans. Just having a mean right hook doesn’t mean the person throwing it is a compelling personality. Unlike in team sports, where a built-in fan base supports the logo, fighting relies on […]
MMA Fantasy Fights: Jones vs Lesnar
Jon Jones won the UFC Heavyweight championship by bullying Cyril Gane on the mats. Jones shot for an early takedown, dragged him to the ground, and was able to get him to submit in the first round. While many wondered how Jones would handle the jump from light heavyweight to heavyweight at age 36, many […]
Shakur Stevenson Backs Lopez To Beat Haney, Kyrone Davis Picks Canelo Over Crawford
In some boxing news, Shakur Stevenson has backed Teofimo Lopez to get the better of Devin Haney at 140 if they ever fought. As of now, Haney is getting ready to face Regis Prograis on December 9th, 2023, for the latter’s WBC belt at 140. This will be the Dream’s first fight at the weight […]
Joshua Doesn't Want To Face Wilder – Says Malik Scott
In the latest boxing news, Deontay Wilder’s trainer, Malik Scott, has accused Anthony Joshua of not wanting to face the ‘Bronze Bomber.’ According to reports, the bout has collapsed in Saudi Arabia after Skills Challenge were no longer able to get it over the line. The shift in power within Saudi boxing has resulted in […]
Will Manny Pacquiao Compete At The Olympics?
In the latest boxing news, Manny Pacquiao will have to overcome a significant hurdle if he is to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The boxer is no longer competing at a professional level, however, his love for the sport still remains. Since his retirement following the loss to Yordenis Ugas, Pacman has […]
Shakur Stevenson On Being A Free Agent, Fury-Ngannou Fight Trailer Goes Viral
In today’s boxing news, Shakur Stevenson has expressed doubts about his future with Top Rank moving forward as the boxer’s contract is set to expire next year, with many options moving forward. Stevenson is currently getting ready to face Frank De La Santos on November 16th, 2023, for the vacant WBC belt at lightweight. Although […]
Bomac Released On A Suspended Sentence After Being In Possession Of A Firearm
In today’s latest boxing news, Brian McIntyre, Terence Crawford’s trainer, has been released from custody after being detained by the British authorities for having a firearm in his possession at Manchester airport. According to reports, the trainer was apprehended following his way back to the US after Chris Eubank Jr.’s win over Liam Smith. Bomac’s […]
Cyborg and Carmouche Show Why Experience Matters at Bellator 300
Bellator has two women’s champions that seem to never age. Cris Cyborg, 38, and Liz Carmouche, 39, have been involved in MMA for a long time with many different organizations. Both seem to have found satisfaction by using the twilight of their respective careers to show the up-and-comers what it would take to become a […]
Usyk Will Beat Fury – Says George Groves
In some boxing news, George Groves has picked Oleksandr Usyk to defeat Tyson Fury when the pair face off in an undisputed bout. Both boxers remain undefeated as they aim to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since 1999 when Lennox Lewis achieved the feat. The narrative coming into the fight is that Fury’s size […]
IBF Rankings Spell Bad News For AJ, Fury-Ngannou PPV Price Revealed
In the latest boxing news, The IBF heavyweight rankings have been updated with their new positions, which has had an impact on the mandatory position. IBF Rankings As of now, Filip Hrgovic is the IBF interim heavyweight champion putting him in line to face Oleksandr Usyk. However, the Ukrainian will face Tyson Fury for the […]
Haney Could Come Back Down To 135, Saunders Wants The Eubank Jr. Rematch
In today’s boxing news, Devin Haney has not ruled out a return to lightweight moving forward. The ‘Dream’ made the decision to move up to 140 in order to fight Regis Prograis for his WBC belt. A win would make Haney a two-division champion after having won all the belts at 135. And since Haney […]