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Michael Gukas To Play Chris Eubank Sr. In Michael Watson Film
Michael Gukas plays the role of former two-weight world champion, Chris Eubank Sr., in the upcoming film, The Force: The Michael Watson Story, which is expected to be released next year. The film looks into story of Eubank Sr., who won the WBO belts at both 160 and 168 pounds. Specifically, the film centers on […]
Justin Gaethje Vs. Paddy Pimblett Headlines UFC 324
UFC CEO Dana White has confirmed that Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will fight for the interim UFC lightweight championship at UFC 324. The card marks the UFC’s first event under Paramount+, which is slated for January 24 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The winner is expected to earn a title shot against […]
Haney Targets Garcia Rematch
WBO Welterweight Champion Devin Haney is eager to secure a rematch against rival Ryan Garcia in 2026. Haney’s pursuit of the rematch comes after becoming a three-division world champion by scoring a unanimous decision win over Brian Norman Jr. this month, securing the WBO Welterweight Title. Haney has plenty of reasons to run things back […]
Shavkat Rakhmonov On His Return
UFC Welterweight Shavkat Rakhmonov is ready to return to the Octagon after recovering from a knee injury, but has revealed that his desired opponent, Kamaru Usman, previously “turned him down.” Rakhmonov, who holds a 7-0 record in the UFC, last fought in December 2024 when he secured a win over Ian Machado Garry to cement […]
What's Next For Arnold Allen?
UFC featherweight Arnold Allen will face Jean Silva in his Octagon return at UFC 324, which will be under the first card of the UFC’s new broadcasting deal with Paramount+, with the card to take place on January 24 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Allen’s last fight was a win over Giga Chikadze at […]
Zelfa Barrett vs Liam Dillon: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Matchroom Boxing The upcoming British lightweight showdown between Zelfa Barrett and Liam Dillon promises to deliver a clash of styles at the NEC in Birmingham on Saturday night. Barrett (33-3, 18 KO’s) enters the contest as the more seasoned and widely recognised figure. His résumé includes world-title experience, high-quality victories, and a reputation […]
Khabib Invites McGregor To Dagestan
Khabib Nurmagomedov hit out at Conor McGregor, as he invited the Irishman to Dagestan for treatment. The comments come after McGregor claimed to have healed from trauma after undergoing Ibogaine treatment in Mexico—a psychoactive substance often used for addiction and trauma recovery. Khabib, however, pitched a different kind of “treatment” to resolve the Irishman’s issues: an […]
Offer Made For Lauren Price Vs. Mikaela Mayer Undisputed Fight
Ben Shalom has confirmed that he is working to finalize an undisputed welterweight title fight between Lauren Price and Mikaela Mayer. This bout is being targeted for 2026 after initial plans to hold it this year fell apart primarily due to financial disagreements. Price is the WBC, WBA, IBF and Ring Magazine Welterweight Champion. She […]
Jimuel Pacquiao Jr. Vs. Brendan Lally Breakdown
Jimuel Pacquiao Jr., prepares to make his professional debut on November 29 against Brendan Lally, as we preview the fight. The event is being promoted by his father’s company, Manny Pacquiao Promotions, marking their first United States show, and Manny Sr. himself is expected to be ringside. Jimuel is making the jump to the pro […]
Are Benavidez And Ramirez Ducking Opetaia?
IBF Cruiserweight Champion Jai Opetaia has accused David Benavidez and Gilberto Ramirez of ducking him. Opetaia’s comments follow after Benavidez (WBC Light Heavyweight Champion) said he would face Ramirez (WBA and WBO Cruiserweight Champion) on Cinco De Mayo after his Anthony Yarde stoppage win. Jai questioned why Ramirez chose to face Benavidez, who only recently […]
Carlos Cuadras Retires – What's His Legacy?
Former WBC Junior Bantamweight Champion Carlos Cuadras has retired at 37, ending his 17-year journey in professional boxing. The 37-year-old from Mexico City made the decision after his eighth-round technical knockout loss to Tomoya Tsuboi on Monday. Cuadras steps away from the sport with a record of 44-6-1 (28 KOs). Cuadras first captured his WBC title […]
Ben Whittaker Vs. Benjamin Gavazi Predictions – ‘He Will Cook Him'
Light heavyweight Ben Whittaker is set for his Matchroom Boxing debut on November 29 against Benjamin Gavazi, as fans picked their winner. This fight is a crucial test for the Olympic medalist, as he seeks to expand his global profile under Matchroom. Whittaker turned down the chance to stay with BOXXER, despite their new deal […]
Frazer Clarke Vs. Jeamie TKV Predictions – ‘Big KO'
Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV clash for the vacant British Heavyweight Title, as fans picked their winner. Clarke enters this title shot with inconsistent recent form. He has secured just one victory in his last three outings, a win against Ebenezer Tetteh in April. Before that, Clarke engaged in a dramatic two-fight series with Fabio […]
Jon Jones ‘Preparing' To Face Alex Pereira
Jon Jones is preparing to face UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira just in case the UFC makes the fight. Jones, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion, retired in June which prevented the Tom Aspinall fight from going ahead. However, he reversed his decision soon after by stating that he wanted to face Pereira at the […]
NYPD Investigates UFC 322 Brawl Involving Dillon Danis
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) are investigating the brawl between Dillon Danis and members of Islam Makhachev’s team at UFC 322. The brawl broke out as Danis was in attendance for Makhachev’s fight against Jack Della Maddalena, as Islam won a unanimous decision to become the new welterweight champion. The brawl came following […]
Frazer Clarke vs Jeamie TKV: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Boxxer Saturday night’s showdown between Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV for the British heavyweight title arrives at a crucial moment in their careers for both heavyweights. Clarke (9-1-1, 7 KO’s) entered the professional ranks with a degree of pressure few debutants ever experience. His combination of physical size, technical fundamentals, and a mature […]
Ben Whittaker vs Benjamin Gavazi: Preview & Betting Tips
Ben Whittaker takes to the ring on Saturday night to face Benjamin Gavazi in a 10-round light-heavyweight clash at the NEC in Birmingham. Whittaker (9-0-1, 6 KO’s), still in the early phase of his career following his Olympic success, has built a reputation not only around his skill but also his flamboyance. His blend of […]
MPP Success: Pacquiao Promotions Sells Out First U.S. Show
Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) has started their US promotional journey with a success after its first United States event on November 29 has sold out. The card will take place from the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California, as Lorenzo Parra vs. Elijah Pierce headlines a WBO International Featherweight title bout. Manny Pacquiao is expected to […]
Makhachev Names His Condition For Fighting Topuria
Islam Makhachev states a bout against Ilia Topuria would require big money from the UFC, especially if the fight is to take place at the 155-pound limit. Makhachev moved up from lightweight to beat Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 and capture the welterweight championship. Having achieved his two-division dream, Islam—backed by his coach Khabib […]
MMA Fighter Isaac Johnson Dies After In-Bout Injury
MMA fighter Isaac Johnson has passed away at the age of 31 following an injury sustained during a bout against Mario Aleksandrovski at the Matador Fighter Challenge on November 21. The incident occurred in the third round, where Johnson suffered a critical injury that required him to go to the hospital at 8:38 p.m. Despite […]