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Is Eddie Hearn Right About Devin Haney?
WBO Welterweight Champion Devin Haney has accused his former promoter, Eddie Hearn, of “switching up” his tune now that he no longer is with Matchroom Boxing. Hearn argues that Haney is now “fighting for money rather than legacy.” However, during his time with Matchroom, Haney became undisputed at 135 pounds. He would then become the […]
Is Heavyweight Champ Aspinall Losing His Cool?
UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall has responded to the criticism he received following his no-contest at UFC 321 against Ciryl Gane in October—including the comments from Dana White. The question is: Is he losing his cool? Aspinall’s first defense ended in a no-contest when a double eye-poke from Gane left Tom unable to continue after […]
UFC 323 – Alexandre Pantoja vs Joshua Van: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC.com The co-main event of UFC 323 presents reigning flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja against surging prospect Joshua Van. Pantoja (30-5) has established himself as one of the most complete flyweights ever to hold the belt. His pressure, pace, jiu-jitsu skills, and willingness to engage in chaos have produced some of the division’s best […]
Jai Opetaia vs Huseyin Cinkara: Preview & Betting Tips
In the cruiserweight division, Jai Opetaia stands as one of its most explosive and uniquely gifted forces. On Saturday, he meets Huseyin Cinkara, a heavy-handed, undefeated fringe contender looking to shock the world. Opetaia (28-0, 22 KO’s) is coming off the most dynamic stretch of his career. His breakout performance came in 2022 when he […]
Janibek Fails VADA Test, Lara Fight Off
Janibek Alimkhanuly (IBF/WBO Middleweight Champion) has tested positive for meldonium following a VADA test on November 15, meaning he will not face Erislandy Lara (WBA Champ) on December 6. The news means that Lara will now box Johan Gonzalez. Reports stress that Meldonium helps the body use energy more efficiently, so boxers can have better […]
Eubank Jr.'s Worrying Health Update – ‘I’ve Been Dealing With A Lot'
Chris Eubank Jr. shared footage of himself in hospital, as he revealed he will take time off from boxing due to health issues. The news comes following his unanimous decision loss to Conor Benn last month, tying their rivalry at 1-1. Eubank was almost knocked out in the final round after Benn dropped him twice, […]
O’Shaquie Foster Vs. Stephen Fulton Predictions
Fans gave their picks for the WBC Super Featherweight title clash between O’Shaquie Foster and Stephen Fulton on December 6. Foster arrives into the fight as the champion, having defeated Robson Conceição in November 2024. This was the perfect response, having lost his title in their fight in a highly-controversial split decision defeat in July […]
Mike Tyson Backs Ali Act Changes – Is It The Right Move?
Mike Tyson has ruffled a few feathers after supporting the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act. The act aims to make ‘changes’ to the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act (“Ali Act”), with the new bill being backed by Dana White and TKO. The new legislation wants to implement Unified Boxing Organizations instead of the traditional […]
Lopez Wants Crawford At 160
Teofimo Lopez, the WBO Junior Welterweight Champion, is eying a Terence Crawford bout at 160. Lopez’s comments follow as he prepares to box Shakur Stevenson on January 31 in a defense of his WBO belt for the fourth time. Teo secured a win over Arnold Barboza Jr. in May, but has been eying Bud for […]
UFC 323 – Edson Barboza vs Jalin Turner: Preview & Betting Tips
The lightweight bout between Edson Barboza and Jalin Turner at UFC 323 is one of the most fascinating matchups on the card. Barboza’s (24-13) late-career years have been uneven, but he remains one of the cleanest, sharpest outside strikers the UFC has ever seen. Even at 38, the Brazilian still possesses world-class technique, elite kicking […]
Lomachenko Retired After Losing Motivation
Vasiliy Lomachenko has opened up on his decision to retire at the age of 37. Loma walked away in June after stopping George Kambosos Jr. in May 2024 to secure the vacant IBF Lightweight Title. That took the Ukrainian’s pro record to 18-3-0 (12 KOs), having won titles at 126, 130 and 135. While Loma […]
Katie Taylor And Ronda Rousey Crossover Bout In The Works
Reports are coming out that a crossover boxing clash between Katie Taylor and Ronda Rousey could take place in Las Vegas next year. Taylor is the current Undisputed Junior Welterweight Champion, having defeated Amanda Serrano in July to retain her title. That capped off their trilogy fight, as Taylor won the rivalry 3-0. Taylor is […]
Teofimo Lopez Vs. Shakur Stevenson Breakdown
WBO Junior Welterweight Champion Teofimo Lopez will defend his title against the undefeated Shakur Stevenson on January 31 in New York. Lopez will enjoy the home-crowd advantage as he makes the fourth defense of his WBO Junior Welterweight Title. Lopez captured the 140-pound belt in June 2023 with a victory over Josh Taylor. He enters […]
Isaac Cruz Vs. Lamont Roach Jr. Predictions – ‘He Will Be Too Strong'
Isaac Cruz boxes Lamont Roach Jr. this weekend in a 140-pound clash, as boxing insiders picked their winner. Cruz put his WBC Interim Junior Welterweight Title on the line, which he acquired in July after defeating Omar Salcido. It was the second win on the spin for the Mexican, having previously lost his WBA Junior […]
Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Petr Yan Predictions – ‘He's Operating On A Different Level'
UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili rematches Petr Yan at UFC 323 this weekend, as pros gave their predictions. Merab is chasing history, knowing that a win makes him the first champion ever in the UFC to defend a belt four times within one calendar year. Dvalishvili’s confidence is riding high, based on the calibre of […]
UFC 323 – Jan Blachowicz vs Bogdan Guskov: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC.com UFC 323 kicks off its main card with a compelling light heavyweight showdown, as former champion Jan Blachowicz looks to break a three-fight winless skid against surging knockout artist Bogdan Guskov. Blachowicz (29-11-1) returned earlier this year after missing the entirety of 2024 recovering from shoulder surgery, but the comeback has not […]
UFC 323 – Henry Cejudo vs Payton Talbott: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC,com Henry Cejudo makes his final walk to the Octagon at UFC 323, closing the book on one of the most decorated combat sports careers in modern history. Standing across from him is Payton Talbott, a surging bantamweight prospect eager to stake his claim as the division’s next major breakout star. Cejudo (16-5) […]
UFC 323 – Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira: Preview & Betting Tips
On a night when the flyweight title is on the line, Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira meet in a pivotal clash that could determine the next man to challenge for UFC gold at UFC 323. While Moreno (23-8-2) is just 31 years old, he’s still in the typical prime window for flyweights, but he enters […]
Aspinall Diagnosed With Bilateral Brown's Syndrome
UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall has been diagnosed with Bilateral Brown’s syndrome, a condition in both eyes which may require surgery, after his no-contest with Ciryl Gane. Aspinall’s first defense as the heavyweight champ ended in a no-contest at UFC 321 last month after he could not continue following the first-round due to an accidental […]
Janibek Alimkhanuly Vs. Erislandy Lara Preview
IBF/WBO Middleweight Champion Janibek Alimkhanuly is set to face WBA Champion Erislandy Lara on December 6, as we preview this upcoming fight. Janibek enters the fight, having stopped his last four opponents. His most recent outing was a fifth-round stoppage victory over Anauel Ngamissengue in April. The 30-year-old Alimkhanuly hasn’t gone the distance since his […]