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Beatriz Mesquita Calls Out Ronda Rousey – ‘I'm A Very Big Fan'
Following her win at UFC Rio, bantamweight Beatriz Mesquita is ready to face Ronda Rousey if the latter returns to the UFC. Mesquita secured a second-round submission victory over Irina Alekseeva at UFC Rio, taking her record to 6-0. After the fight, the 34-year-old was quick to target one of the sport’s biggest names in […]
Does Arslanbek Makhmudov Deserve The AJ Fight?
Matchroom CEO Frank Smith has dismissed a fight between Anthony Joshua and Arslanbek Makhmudov following the latter’s KO win over Dave Allen. Joshua has not boxed since getting stopped by Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Prior to the Makhmudov-Allen fight, there were suggestions Allen could face Joshua if he came out victorious. That would offer […]
Shannon Ryan vs Chloe Watson: Preview & Betting Tips
Shannon Ryan and Chloe Watson meet in a crucial 10-round clash at London’s historic York Hall in the women’s super-flyweight division. Ryan, (9-1, 1 KO), is looking to cement her place as the frontrunner for another British or Commonwealth title shot after suffering a narrow defeat to Emma Dolan last year. Watson, (8-1, 0 KO’s), […]
UFC Fight Night – Kevin Holland vs Mike Malott: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/ChampRDS/status/1957940594694644121?t=qmEmA0FUWdlPQaX2ntNJ_w&s=19 The UFC returns to Vancouver, Canada this Saturday for a UFC Fight Night and the co-main event features a fascinating welterweight showdown between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott. Holland (28-14, 1 NC) needs to regain momentum in this fight. Once one of the UFC’s most active and entertaining fighters, Holland’s career has […]
UFC Fight Night – Reinier de Ridder vs Brendan Allen: Preview & Betting Tips
The middleweight division is the focus this Saturday as Reinier de Ridder makes his long-awaited UFC main event debut against Brendan Allen at the UFC Fight Night in Vancouver, Canada. De Ridder (21-2) enters the Octagon riding a wave of momentum after edging out former champion Robert Whittaker in a split decision back in July. […]
Kieron Conway vs George Liddard: Preview & Betting Tips
The British and Commonwealth middleweight titles are on the line this Friday night as Kieron “Too Class” Conway defends his crowns against unbeaten prospect George Liddard at London’s historic York Hall. Conway (23-3-1, 7 KO’s) enters this bout on a strong run, having captured the British title earlier this year with a composed fourth-round stoppage […]
Reinier de Ridder Vs. Brendan Allen Breakdown
Reinier de Ridder takes on Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver in a middleweight clash on the weekend, as we look at how the two will approach this fight. Reinier de Ridder enters the Octagon with a flawless UFC record of 4-0. His latest victory was a split decision win over former champion Robert Whittaker. “The […]
Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez Breakdown
Danny Garcia vs. Daniel Gonzalez takes place on October 18, as we look at how the pair will approach the fight. Garica has his final boxing bout in what will be an emotional time for the 37-year-old. He is the former champion at 140 and 147. He was the unified WBA(Super version), WBC, Ring magazine […]
Hatton Eyed For Nevada Boxing Hall Of Fame Honors
The late Ricky Hatton could be in line for more accolades, with suggestions he could enter the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame. Hatton, who passed away on September 14 at the age of 46, was given an emotional send off as fans gathered for a public procession on October 10. Hatton’s legacy rests on his achievements […]
Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Petr Yan Rematch Announced
UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili will defend his title against Petr Yan in a rematch at UFC 323 on December 6. Dvalishvili won their first bout in March 2023 via a unanimous decision. Since then, the two fighters have gone from strength to strength. Merab won the title against Sean O’Malley at UFC 306. He […]
Janibek Alimkhanuly To Face Erislandy Lara In A Unification
Janibek Alimkhanuly, the IBF and WBO middleweight champion, will face the WBA champ Erislandy Lara in a December 6 unification. The fight will occur on the Isaac Cruz vs. Lamont Roach undercard in San Antonio, Texas. Alimkhanuly is a knockout artist, with a 17-0 record. 12 of his victories have come by way of knockout. […]
Danny Garcia Vs. Daniel Gonzalez Preview
Danny Garcia will headline a card at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on October 18 against Daniel Gonzalez, as we preview the upcoming fight. The fight marks an emotional farewell for the 37-year-old Garcia, who captured world titles at both 140 lbs and 147 lbs. Garcia’s recent ring activity has been sparse; this […]
Reinier de Ridder Vs. Brendan Allen Preview
Middleweight Reinier de Ridder faces Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver this weekend, as we preview the upcoming fight. De Ridder is coming off a win over former champion Robert Whittaker. That extended his undefeated UFC record 4-0, meaning he has secured victories over the likes of Bo Nickal, Kevin Holland, Gerald Meerschaert and Whittaker. Meanwhile, […]
Charles Oliveira Vs. Max Holloway – How Does It Play Out?
Charles Oliveira called out Max Holloway after beating Mateusz Gamrot, as we look at how a fight could play out. Oliveira submitted Gamrot in the second round at UFC Rio, which was the perfect response to his last fight. He had just been knocked out by Ilia Topuria at UFC 317, as he missed out […]
Alex Pereira Suffers A Massive Setback
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira’s injury fears have been confirmed with the news of a fractured foot. The injury occurred during his first-round TKO win at UFC 320 against Magomed Ankalaev, which allowed him to reclaim his light heavyweight belt. While the win allowed Alex to put the loss at UFC 313 behind him […]
Pros React To Jose Aldo's Retirement – ‘My GOAT'
Jose Aldo has officially retired from his UFC career for the second time, marking the end of his fighting career at the recent UFC Rio card. Aldo stepped into the Octagon to an ovation from the home crowd. He laid his gloves down in the center of the cage, signifying his departure from the sport. […]
What's Next For Jaron Ennis After The Lima Win?
Jaron Ennis put the 154 division on notice with a first-round stoppage victory over Uisma Lima, as we look at who is next. Ennis was making his debut at the weight class, having moved up from 147 after unifying against Eimantas Stanionis. The pressure was on Ennis to perform, given there were reservations over the […]
Keith Thurman’s Latest Setback
Keith Thurman’s fight with WBC junior middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora is off after the latter suffered a hand injury, as Thurman’s career continues to take a hit. The bout was on course for Las Vegas on October 25, headlining from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. It would have given Thurman the chance to secure […]
What's Next For Oliveira After The Gamrot Win?
Charles Oliveira returned to winning ways to beat Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Rio, as we look at what is next for him. Oliveira submitted his man in the second round to put the Ilia Topuria defeat behind him at UFC 317. Charles also put the worries about the turnaround time behind him, since the Topuria […]
Oliveira Submits Gamrot; Calls Out Holloway
Charles Oliveira submitted Mateusz Gamrot in round two at UFC Rio, returning back to winning ways. Oliveira entered into the fight with plenty to prove. His aim was to put the Ilia Topuria loss at UFC 317 in June behind him, as he was knocked out. The defeat prevented him from picking up the vacant […]