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Robert Whittaker's gaming obsession: Skyrim, Cyberpunk, Digimon
Former UFC middleweight champ Robert Whittaker opened up about his love for Skyrim, The Witcher 3, and Digimon ahead of his light heavyweight debut at UFC 329.
Conor McGregor calls himself 'innocent man' ahead of UFC 329
McGregor addressed the civil assault verdict ahead of his UFC 329 return against Max Holloway, saying he will stand for his innocence until the day he dies.
Bob Arum and Eddie Hearn reflect on career paths in boxing
Top Rank's Bob Arum, 94, never planned to stay in boxing after Muhammad Ali but could never leave. Matchroom's Eddie Hearn shares his best Arum story from the Joshua-Parker fight week.
Conor McGregor admits whiskey business trapped him in drinking
McGregor said promoting his Irish whiskey brand led to heavy drinking ahead of his UFC 329 return against Max Holloway after five years away from competition.
Fury vs Joshua would start at 2 a.m. if staged at Wembley
The heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua would require a 2 a.m. local start time if promoters stage the fight at Wembley Stadium in London.
Belal Muhammad warns Max Holloway to wrestle early vs McGregor
Former welterweight champ Belal Muhammad says Holloway should clinch and grapple early at UFC 329 to survive McGregor's opening blitz and exploit cardio issues.
Paddy Pimblett tells Arman Tsarukyan to quit wrestling: 'You're not a fighter no more'
Pimblett blasted Tsarukyan for skipping UFC fights in favor of grappling events, saying the lightweight contender has fought just once in three years.
Vieira's coach calls Cyborg 'one of the greatest' ahead of PFL clash
Andre Pederneiras believes his fighter faces one of the toughest tests of her career when Ketlen Vieira meets Cris Cyborg on Aug. 22 in the PFL.
Conor Benn taunts Ryan Garcia with Gervonta Davis knockout photo
Conor Benn posted a photo of Ryan Garcia's 2023 knockout loss to Gervonta Davis, escalating their war of words ahead of a rumored September showdown.
Gable Steveson expects Josh Hokit to drop to 205 before fight
Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson believes training partner Josh Hokit will move to light heavyweight before the two heavyweights clash inside the Octagon.
Pacquiao On His Favorite Fighter
Manny Pacquiao has watched a lot of boxing. When asked which active fighter he enjoys most, the answer came quickly.
James Fires Back At Spence's Camp Criticism
Errol Spence called his preparation for the Terence Crawford fight "trash."
Ruiz Jr. Signs With Matchroom
Andy Ruiz Jr. has a new promotional home and a potential September return date.
McGregor Maintains Innocence On Sexual Assault Verdict
Days before his UFC 329 return, Conor McGregor was asked to address the legal and moral questions surrounding his participation.
McGregor Sends Warning To Holloway
Conor McGregor spent media day at UFC 329 explaining, in considerable detail, what he plans to do to Max Holloway on Saturday night.
Benoit St. Denis shuts down staph rumors ahead of UFC 329
Benoit St. Denis has dismissed social media speculation that a foot injury could derail his July 11 clash with Paddy Pimblett at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
Mario Bautista reacts to UFC tagging him in Sandhagen loss
Bautista was surprised when the UFC tagged him in footage of his 2019 armbar loss to Cory Sandhagen ahead of their UFC 329 rematch on Saturday.
Eric Nicksick says Ali Abdelaziz feud over after punch thrown
Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick told Ariel Helwani the physical altercation with manager Ali Abdelaziz last month has been resolved after an apology.
Sean O'Malley predicts Conor McGregor 12-second KO at UFC 329
Former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley expects Conor McGregor to finish his UFC 329 opponent inside 12 seconds, according to Sherdog.
Paddy Pimblett dismisses Arman Tsarukyan's lightweight title case
Pimblett accused Tsarukyan of focusing on wrestling events over fighting, questioning whether the lightweight's November win over Dan Hooker warrants a championship bout.