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Xander Zayas vs Jorge Garcia: Preview & Betting Tips
The spotlight returns to Madison Square Garden Theater this weekend as rising Puerto Rican star Xander Zayas takes on Mexico’s battle-hardened Jorge “Chino” Garcia for the vacant WBO super-welterweight world title. This is Zayas’ (21-0, 13 KO’s) first world title shot and the biggest fight of his young career. The 22-year-old sensation has long been […]
Ryan Garner vs Reece Bellotti: Preview & Betting Tips
British boxing fans are in for a treat this Saturday in Bournemouth as unbeaten contender Ryan ‘The Piranha’ Garner takes on the seasoned Reece ‘Bomber’ Bellotti in a domestic clash for the European, British, and Commonwealth super-featherweight titles. Garner (17-0, 8 KO’s) enters the bout undefeated and ranked seventh in the world by the WBC. […]
Aloys Youmbi vs Ellis Zorro: Preview & Betting Tips
Rising powerhouse Aloys Youmbi takes on British contender Ellis Zorro at cruiserweight on Saturday night in what could be a complete mismatch if Zorro isn’t at his best. Youmbi (10-1, 9 KO’s) has already made jaws drop with his power, aggression, and fearlessness. The Cameroonian-born slugger has been steamrolling almost every opponent he’s faced so […]
Khabib Says Dana White Fueled McGregor Rivalry
Khabib Nurmagomedov says his rivalry with Conor McGregor was encouraged by Dana White. The feud between Khabib and McGregor came to a head in 2018, when McGregor stormed the Barclays Centre ahead of UFC 223 and threw a dolly through a bus window carrying Khabib. When the two finally met in the octagon at UFC […]
TKO Boxing Acquires Promoter’s License
TKO Boxing has acquired a promoter’s license in Nevada, allowing Dana White to promote Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford. The Nevada Athletic Commission voted unanimously to approve TKO’s license. UFC regulatory veteran Marc Ratner and TKO CFO Andrew Schleimer were both present at the commission meeting, signalling the promotion’s serious intent to enter the boxing […]
New Muhammad Ali Bill Shakes Up Boxing Industry
A new proposed bill called the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act aims to shake up the boxing industry and how it is governed. The proposal comes from Representatives Brian Jack and Sharice Davids, as the bill calls for the establishment of “Unified Boxing Organisations” (UBOs). These organizations would allow promoters to have their own […]
Fans Predict Petr Yan Vs. Marcus McGhee – ‘He's Pulling An Upset'
Petr Yan faces Marcus McGhee at UFC Abu Dhabi, as fans gave their predictions. Yan is the former UFC Bantamweight Champion, who has regained his form following his losses to Merab Dvalishvili, Sean O’Malley, and Aljamain Sterling. He is on a two-weight win streak, having beaten Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo, respectively. Yan has said […]
Pros Predict Robert Whittaker Vs. Reinier de Ridder – ‘He Will Struggle'
Robert Whittaker takes on Reinier de Ridder on July 26 at UFC Abu Dhabi, as MMA pros gave their predictions. Whittaker has plenty to prove following his last performance. He suffered a first-round submission loss to Khamzat Chimaev, suffering a broken jaw in the process. The loss was a major setback as it disrupted his […]
UFC Fight Night – Robert Whittaker vs Reinier de Ridder: Preview & Betting Tips
The middleweight division has a potential passing of the torch fight this weekend as former UFC champion Robert Whittaker takes on rising contender and former ONE Championship titleholder Reinier de Ridder in the main event of the latest UFC Fight Night. Whittaker’s (27-8) resume speaks for itself. All of his UFC losses have come against […]
UFC Fight Night – Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee: Preview & Betting Tips
The upcoming UFC Fight Night card in Abu Dhabi has an interesting bantamweight matchup between fan-favourite Petr Yan vs Marcus McGhee. Yan (18-5) is looking to solidify his place in the title picture once again. After a rough stretch that included narrow decision losses to Aljamain Sterling, Sean O’Malley, and Merab Dvalishvili, Yan rebounded in […]
UFC Fight Night – Shara Magomedov vs Marc-Andre Barriault: Preview & Betting Tips
A fascinating middleweight matchup is set for this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card as Shara “Bullet” Magomedov takes on Marc-Andre Barriault. Magomedov (15-1) was handed his first defeat of his career earlier this year when he met the ever-classy striker Michael “Venom” Page. The Russian got totally outclassed by the Brit but that’s no embarrassment; […]
Did Dubois Quit Against Usyk?
Daniel Dubois has been accused of quitting against Oleksandr Usyk, resulting in a strong reaction. The claims come amid his stoppage defeat to Usyk, which prevented him from becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion. It was the second time Usyk had beaten Dubois, having also stopped him in the first fight. The defeats raised the issue […]
Fans Predict Claressa Shields Vs. Lani Daniels – ‘She Is More Skilled'
Claressa Shields is set to defend her Undisputed Heavyweight Title against IBF Light Heavyweight Champion Lani Daniels on July 26, as fans gave their predictions. Shields comes into the fight fresh off a historic victory, becoming the undisputed champion in a third weight class after stopping Danielle Perkins. She had already unified all the belts […]
Fans React After Ben Askren Leaves Hospital – ‘Brilliant, Great To See'
Fans have reacted to the news that Ben Askren has been released from the hospital after a 58-day battle with life-threatening pneumonia complications. Askren required a double lung transplant, as it transpired that his condition was life-threatening. The ex-Bellator and ONE champion disclosed that he lost 50 pounds, flatlined four times, and has no memory […]
What's Next For Oleksandr Usyk?
Oleksandr Usyk became undisputed at heavyweight for the second time, as we look at his next steps. Usyk, 38, is coming off a stoppage win over Daniel Dubois, as he secured his second victory against Dubois. The Ukrainian has said he wants one more fight before he retires. Tyson Fury is chasing a third fight […]
What's Next For Max Holloway?
Max Holloway retained his BMF belt with a win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 318, as we look at his next steps. The win keeps Holloway firmly in the top five of the UFC’s lightweight rankings and opens the door to several major fights. At the UFC 318 post-fight press conference, Dan White praised Holloway’s […]
Fans Worry After Crawford’s Latest Training Footage
Terence Crawford’s latest training footage has raised concerns among fans who feel the added weight may be slowing him down ahead of his September 13 bout with Canelo Alvarez. Crawford will jump two weight classes to challenge for the undisputed super middleweight title in what is only his second fight above 147. After beating Israil […]
Josh Taylor Retires – Is He A Hall Of Famer?
Josh Taylor has announced his retirement from boxing at 34, as we look back at his career. Taylor ends his career with a 19-3-0 record. His most historic achievement came in 2021 when he became the undisputed junior welterweight champion of the world by defeating José Ramírez. The result meant Taylor unified all four major […]
Claressa Shields Vs. Lani Daniels Preview
Claressa Shields puts her Undisputed Heavyweight Title on the line against IBF Light Heavyweight Champion Lani Daniels on July 26, as we preview this upcoming fight. Shields made history by becoming the undisputed champion in a third weight class after stopping Danielle Perkins in her last outing. She had already unified all the belts at […]
What's Next For Sebastian Fundora?
WBC junior middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora has his sights set on unifying the division following his dominant win over Tim Tszyu. Fundora made Tszyu quit on the stool after the seventh round, giving Fundora his second win over him as he retained his WBC belt. Fundora has said he is open to boxing the victor […]