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Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis – How Does It Play Out?
Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis takes place on November 14, as we look at how the fight could play out. Paul enters the fight with a unanimous decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Paul’s only loss took place against Tommy Fury. This fight has raised controversy since Tank fights at lightweight, raising questions over […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin – How Does It Play Out?
Vergil Ortiz Jr. (23-0, 21 KOs) boxes Erickson Lubin (27-2, 19 KOs) on November 8, as we look at how the fight could play out. Ortiz enters the fight with a win over Israil Madrimov to retain his WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Belt. Ortiz had been in talks to face the WBO Junior Middleweight Champion […]
Jack Rafferty vs Mark Chamberlain – Preview & Betting Tips
The British and Commonwealth super lightweight titles will be on the line when Jack Rafferty defends it against Mark Chamberlain on Saturday night. Rafferty (26-0, 17 KO’s) is an unbeaten power puncher, and is currently one of the fighters that British boxing fans have their eye on as he looks set to move onto the […]
Is Fury Coming Back?
Tyson Fury posted a clip on social media showing him hitting the pads with his father, John Fury, increasing speculation that he may be planning a return to the ring. This latest development comes just months after Fury’s second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk last December, a loss that prompted his retirement. Fury had been vocal […]
Haney Considering Andre Ward As A Trainer
Devin Haney is looking to add Andre Ward to his corner for his upcoming November 22 fight against WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr. Haney is looking to become a three-weight world champion, having already won titles at 140 and 147. He secured a unanimous decision win in his last fight against Jose Ramirez on […]
McGregor Preparing For BKFC Debut
Dave Feldman has claimed Conor McGregor is preparing for a BKFC debut against the winner of the upcoming bout between Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens at BKFC 82 on October 4. McGregor’s absence from the event’s press conference was a major talking point since he is a part-owner of BKFC. However, Feldman explained that Conor […]
Team Usyk Downplay Itauma Fight
Following his first-round knockout of Dillian Whyte, Moses Itauma called out undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, whose team has responded. Itauma, who extended his record to 13-0 with 11 knockouts, secured the biggest win of his resume. While Whyte is at the latter end of his career, he is the former WBC Interim Heavyweight Champion, […]
Jon Jones' Return Linked To Aspinall's Success
According to former UFC fighter and ex-teammate of Jon Jones, Keith Jardine, a potential comeback for Jones might hinge on the success of the current heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall. Jones retired in June after beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 last November at UFC 309, putting an end to any hopes of an Aspinall fight. […]
Zak Miller vs Leon Woodstock – Preview & Betting Tips
British boxing fans are in for a treat on August 23rd as Zak Miller defends his Commonwealth featherweight title against the battle-hardened Leon Woodstock. Miller (16-1, 3 KO’s) has quietly established himself as one of the rising forces at 126-pounds. With a lone blemish on his record, the Manchester man has steadily built momentum, and […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Michel Pereira vs Kyle Daukaus – Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns to Shanghai with an intriguing undercard matchup between the flashy Michel Pereira and the returning Kyle Daukaus. Pereira (31-13, 2 NC) is one of the most unpredictable fighters in the UFC. He is capable of brilliance one night and then produces a baffling tentative performance the next. The Brazilian is his biggest […]
Fans Predict Johnny Walker Vs. Zhang Mingyang – ‘He Will Be Going To The Cemetery'
Light heavyweights Johnny Walker and Zhang Mingyang are set to face off in the main event at UFC Shanghai on August 23, as insiders gave their predictions. Walker has struggled recently for form, failing to secure a win in his last three bouts. His record includes a no-contest against Magomed Ankalaev in October 2023, a […]
Ngannou Vs. Wilder – How Does It Play Out?
Francis Ngannou plans on fighting Deontay Wilder ‘soon’ as we explore how a boxing fight would play out. Ngannou has already stepped into the boxing ring twice. He lost a controversial decision to Tyson Fury in October 2023, with some feeling he had done enough to win after having dropped Fury. He was then knocked […]
World Champions Pick Crawford Over Canelo
Former and current world champions have picked Terence Crawford to beat Canelo Alvarez in their undisputed super middleweight title fight on September 13. One of those boxers is Amir Khan, saying the odds are 60-40 for Bud. Khan, suffered defeats to both men, believes that Canelo is “easy to hit.” Khan boxed Crawford in October […]
Boxing Insiders Slam Jake Paul Vs. Gervonta Davis – ‘Boxing Is Officially WWE'
The boxing community has reacted to the news that Jake Paul will fight undefeated champion Gervonta Davis in an exhibition, scheduled for November 14 in Atlanta. The news was first leaked by Netflix Turkey in a now-deleted social media post but has since been confirmed by boxing insiders like Mike Coppinger. Paul was linked with […]
Ex-UFC Champ Speaks Out After The UFC's Paramount Deal
Former UFC Welterweight Champion Tyron Woodley believes the UFC’s new deal with Paramount+ will not result in more money for the majority of its fighters. The UFC is leaving ESPN for a massive seven-year, $7.7 billion agreement with Paramount+ that begins in 2026. This new deal makes Paramount the exclusive U.S. home for all UFC […]
Jake Paul Confirms Gervonta Davis fight, Hints at Bout with Anthony Joshua
Jake Paul has announced an exhibition bout against former super feather and lightweight world champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis. The fight is set to take place on Friday, November 14, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The duo confirmed the fight to ESPN on Wednesday, revealing that talks had been ongoing since the start […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Johnny Walker vs Zhang Mingyang – Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns to Shanghai with a light heavyweight main event that promises fireworks, as top Chinese prospect Zhang Mingyang takes on the unpredictable veteran Johnny Walker. Zhang Mingyang (19-6, with 19 finishes) has stormed onto the UFC scene in spectacular fashion. At just 27 years old, the “Mountain Tiger” has rattled off four consecutive […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Sergei Pavlovich vs Waldo Cortes Acosta – Preview & Betting Tips
The huge heavyweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Shanghai pits two very different strikers against one another, as Sergei Pavlovich takes on Waldo “Salsa Boy” Cortes Acosta. Pavlovich’s (19-3) run through the top 10 was built on his ability to walk forward and blast guys out of the cage. But against the now UFC […]
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Deported Back To Mexico
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is back in Mexico after being deported from the United States in response to his arrest by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in July. Reports indicate that Chavez Jr. was accused of entering the U.S illegally, resulting in his detention last month. The news was a massive shock especially since […]
Dwayne Johnson Called ‘Courageous' For Playing Ex-MMA Fighter Mark Kerr
Dwayne Johnson made a “courageous” decision to play Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine. That is according to ex-UFC fighter and now actor Keith Jardine. Johnson will portray the two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and PRIDE FC champion, Kerr, who had notable struggles with addiction. The Smashing Machine will debut on September 8 at the […]