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McGregor's Coach On Holloway's Toughness
Owen Roddy (Conor McGregor’s coach) has given his first public assessment of Conor's UFC 329 preparation, and the long-time striking coach is under no illusions about what awaits his fighter on July 11.
Hearn Wants Aspinall's UFC Release
Eddie Hearn has made Dana White a direct offer — walk away from the legal complications surrounding the Conor Benn signing in exchange for Tom Aspinall's release from his UFC contract.
White Scoffs At Fighter Pay Comparisons
Dana White has waded into the fighter pay debate with characteristic bluntness, questioning why the UFC should be expected to pay unproven fighters significant minimum salaries.
Pentagon Recruiting Troops As White House UFC Spectators
The Pentagon is actively recruiting military personnel to attend UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14 as spectators, with internal memos revealing that troops will be required to fund their own travel and meet physical appearance standards to be eligible.
Trump Bought TKO Stock Before White House UFC Card
President Donald Trump purchased stock in TKO Group Holdings — the parent company of the UFC — on March 25, according to a financial disclosure filing reviewed by HuffPost.
Serrano targets Christie Martin knockout record this weekend
Amanda Serrano says she can tie Christy Martin's knockout record this weekend, with the mark standing for over 21 years ahead of her featherweight title fight.
Khan lit fire in South Asian boxing hopefuls, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan inspired South Asian boxers including himself by reaching the sport's elite level and proving minority talent could win titles.
Khan inspired South Asian kids to box, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan inspired the majority of South Asian kids to take up boxing, speaking to BBC Sport about representation in the sport.
Xander Zayas on Jaron Ennis fight: 'He's just a man like me'
Xander Zayas says Jaron Ennis is 'just a man like me' when asked about a potential fight between the light middleweight and the welterweight champion.
WBC orders Noel Mikaelian to fight David Benavidez or lose belt
The WBC has given cruiserweight champion Noel Mikaelian an ultimatum: defend against unified titleholder David Benavidez or be stripped of the belt.
Zayas dismisses Ennis mystique: 'He's just a man like me'
Xander Zayas says Jaron Ennis holds no mystique, calling the IBF welterweight champion 'just a man like me' in a BoxingScene interview.
O'Shaquie Foster called 'smartest fighter' by trainer Bobby Benton
Trainer Bobby Benton says O'Shaquie Foster has the best ring IQ of any fighter he's worked with ahead of Foster's WBC junior-featherweight defense May 30 in Houston.
Alonzo Menifield vows to stay true to himself after Oezdemir loss
Alonzo Menifield says the lesson from his Volkan Oezdemir defeat is to stay true to himself and not let outside factors alter his approach in the cage.
Verhoeven cites kickboxing record to defend WBC title shot
Rico Verhoeven says his 12-year kickboxing reign, which saw him defeat opponents multiple times, earns him a WBC title shot in boxing.
Azim dismisses Claggett stamina concerns ahead of showdown
Adam Azim says he has the superior conditioning ahead of his light welterweight fight with Steve Claggett, dismissing any fitness concerns.
Verhoeven compares kickboxing reign to Usyk as WBC credentials
Rico Verhoeven defends his WBC title shot by comparing his kickboxing reign to Oleksandr Usyk's boxing career, citing the sanctioning body's recognition.
Oleksandr Usyk loses rounds to kickboxer Rico Verhoeven
Oleksandr Usyk dropped multiple rounds to 37-year-old kickboxer Rico Verhoeven on Saturday night, raising questions about the heavyweight champion's recent form.
Holly Holm wants clean finish in Stephanie Han rematch
Holly Holm says she wants a proper finish in her rematch with Stephanie Han after their first 135 lb contest ended by technical decision.
Machi Fukuda beats Anelya Toktogonova by TKO in round 2 at Road To UFC Season 5 Opening Rounds: Day 2
Machi Fukuda defeated Anelya Toktogonova by TKO, round 2 at Road To UFC Season 5 Opening Rounds: Day 2. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Eifert says Bivol title shot was worth the wait for childhood dream
Michael Eifert says his title shot against Dmitry Bivol was worth a long wait, calling the chance to fight for four belts his childhood dream at light heavyweight.