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Simpson Survives Two Knockdowns To Stop Zucco
Callum Simpson showed massive heart to stop Ivan Zucco after getting off the canvas twice to become the European Super Middleweight Champion. Simpson was fighting in front of his home crowd in Barnsley as he sought to extend his undefeated record to 18-0. However, it was the worst possible start for him. Immediately in the […]
Pros Predict Dvalishvili Vs. O'Malley – ‘He Looks Unbeatable'
Merab Dvalishvili defends his UFC Bantamweight Title against Sean O’Malley at UFC 316 on June 7, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Dvalishvili won the first fight by unanimous decision to become the champion at UFC 306. O’Malley suffered his second UFC defeat following his first against Marlon Vera, as Suga underwent hip surgery. Dvalishvili […]
Pros Predict Julianna Pena Vs. Kayla Harrison – ‘She’s Too Strong'
Julianna Pena defends her bantamweight belt against Kayla Harrison at UFC 316, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Pena secured the belt with a win over Raquel Pennington at UFC 307. She bounced back after failing to secure the title against Amanda Nunes, who would then retire. Pennington has three wins from her last four […]
Will Ngannou Return To The UFC?
Francis Ngannou’s coach, Eric Nicksick, has not ruled out a return to the UFC for The Predator. Ngannou left the UFC in 2023 after contract talks broke down. Reports indicate that Ngannou turned down an $8 million contract after worries that his right as an independent contractor would have been harmed. The departure also meant […]
Is Sean O’Malley Ready For Merab?
Henry Cejudo has heard that Sean O’Malley is cutting corners for his UFC 316 rematch with Merab Dvalishvili on June 7. O’Malley lost their first fight by a unanimous decision at UFC 306, which cost him his bantamweight title and marked his second UFC defeat. The weight cuts have become tougher for O’Malley, sparking talk […]
What's Next For Keyshawn Davis After Weight Failure?
Keyshawn Davis failed to make weight for his fight against Edwin De Los Santos, raising questions about his next steps. The news means Davis is no longer the WBO Lightweight Champion after coming in at 139.3 pounds, more than four pounds over the weight limit. De Los Santos made weight, hitting the scales at 134.7 […]
What's Next For Devin Haney?
Devin Haney is moving on from Teofimo Lopez as we examine who he could face next. Reports indicated that Haney had agreed on a deal to fight Lopez at a catchweight of 145 pounds. The pair have been rivals for a prolonged period of time since they were linked with a bout at 135 pounds. […]
Abdullah Mason Chases Keyshawn Davis
Abdullah Mason has his sights set on WBO Lightweight Champion Keyshawn Davis ahead of his fight with Jeremia Nakathila. Mason is currently ranked number two by the WBO, as the undefeated boxer faces Jeremia Nakathila next on the Keyshawn Davis vs. Edwin De Los Santos card. Mason stopped Carlos Ornelas in his last fight, taking […]
What Are the Top 10 Seasons in Histoty of The Ultimate Fighter?
Image Credit: https://screenrant.com/ultimate-fighter-season-1-made-ufc-successful/ Since debuting in 2005, The Ultimate Fighter has been a huge reason for the UFC’s rise to mainstream popularity. The show has not only delivered high drama and unforgettable rivalries but has also launched the careers of some of the sport’s biggest stars. With dozens of seasons across multiple formats and weight […]
Boxing Fans Slam Usyk vs. Dubois PPV Price
Boxing fans have reacted negatively to the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois PPV price set at $59.99. The fight is a rematch of their 2023 clash which Usyk won by a ninth round stoppage in controversial circumstances. Dubois dropped Usyk in the fifth round with a body shot, which was subsequently declared a low blow. […]
Dvalishvili And O'Malley Exchange Shots In Fiery Presser
Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley rematch at UFC 316 on June 7, as the pair traded words in their final presser. Dvalishvili defeated O’Malley in the first fight via a dominant unanimous decision win to give the latter the second defeat of his career. Merab went on to secure another huge win, defeating Umar Nurmagomedov his […]
Keyshawn Davis Shoves De Los Santos
Keyshawn Davis and Edwin De Los Santos held their final presser for their WBO Lightweight Title fight on June 7. Davis enters the fight with the best win of his career. He knocked out Denys Berinchyk to secure his world title, taking his record to 13-0 with nine stoppages. While Keyshawn wanted to unify after […]
UFC 316 – Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O’Malley: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC At UFC 316, the bantamweight title is up for grabs once again as reigning champion Merab Dvalishvili meets former champion “Suga” Sean O’Malley in a highly anticipated rematch. Dvalishvili dominated their first fight with relentless pressure, takedowns, and top control, but O’Malley remains a dangerous and creative striker capable of […]
Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Sean O’Malley Key Battles
Merab Dvalishvili defends his UFC Bantamweight Title against Sean O’Malley at UFC 316 on June 7, as we look at how the fight could play out. Dvalishvili won their first clash at UFC 306 in a unanimous decision to win the belt. Dvalishvili solidified his position as the leading bantemweight by handing Umar Nurmagomedov his first […]
Keyshawn Davis Vs. Edwin De Los Santos Key Battles
Keyshawn Davis boxes Edwin De Los Santos on June 7 as we look at how the fight could play out. Davis defends his WBO Lightweight Title for the first time following his knockout win against Denys Berinchyk to secure the title. De Los Santos secured the title shot after Keyshawn’s links with Isaac Cruz and […]
Inoue Vs. Tank Would Be Bad For Boxing – Here's Why?
Naoya Inoue continues to be linked with a Gervonta Davis fight as we look at why this is bad for boxing. Inoue is one of the best P4P fighters in the world. He is a two-weight undisputed champion, having won all the belts at bantamweight and super bantamweight weight. He has joined the likes of […]
Is Ryan Garcia Cut Out For Boxing?
Ryan Garcia could be out for the rest of the year after Oscar De La Hoya revealed that he will have his shoulder checked, but is Ryan cut out for boxing? Garcia recently underwent hand surgery in the aftermath of his defeat to Rolando Romero. It was the second defeat of Garcia’s career in a […]
Pereira's Alternatives To Ankalaev
Alex Pereira is not guaranteed to fight Magomed Ankalaev in the rematch as we examine some alternatives. Pereira experienced a unanimous decision defeat in their clash, as he suffered his first loss at light heavyweight. The defeat also cost him his UFC Light Heavyweight Title. There has been widespread discussion about the rematch, with Ankalaev […]
UFC 316 – Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/mma_orbit/status/1929937768194433603?t=rOQO0GRMJOGG2ajnz0wXeg&s=19 In the co-main event of UFC 316, reigning women’s bantamweight champion Julianna Pena makes the first defence of her second title reign against a formidable new contender, the Olympic gold medalist and former PFL superstar Kayla Harrison. Julianna Pena (13-5) is no stranger to adversity, or even proving doubters wrong. “The Venezuelan […]
Fans Predict Keyshawn Davis Vs. Edwin De Los Santos
Keyshawn Davis defends his WBO Lightweight Title on June 7 against Edwin De Los Santos, as fans gave their insights on who will come out on top. Davis makes the first defense of his belt which he acquired after knocking out Denys Berinchyk in his last bout. That took his record to 13-0, with nine […]