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Talks Underway For Caleb Plant Vs. Jermall Charlo
Talks are underway for a fight between Caleb Plant and Jermall Charlo for a super middleweight fight in the first half of 2026. The pair have a history of bad blood ever since Plant slapped Charlo at the Errol Spence Jr. vs. Terence Crawford weigh-in. Plant alleged that Charlo had disrespected him in front of […]
Valentina Shevchenko Vs. Kayla Harrison – How Does It Play Out?
UFC Flyweight Champion Valentina Shevchenko has responded to bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison’s desire for a future fight. Shevchenko is currently preoccupied with defending her flyweight title against former strawweight Champion Zhang Weili at UFC 322 on November 15. Valentina reclaimed the title by beating Alex Grasso in their trilogy fight at UFC 306 in September […]
Claressa Shields' Record Boxing Deal – What Does It Mean?
Undisputed Heavyweight Champ Claressa Shields has secured the richest contract in women’s boxing, signing a multi-fight partnership with Salita Promotions and Wynn Records that guarantees her at least $8 million. Shields could have become a free agent following her latest undisputed title defense over Lani Daniels in July. Despite reportedly fielding multiple offers, she chose […]
UFC Fixing Scandal: Factory X Gym Denies FBI Raid
The controversy surrounding alleged fight-fixing in the UFC has intensified, with the Factory X gym denying claims that the FBI raided its facilities in Englewood, Colorado. Reports indicated that on November 6 that FBI agents were present at Factory X, conducting interviews with gym members and confiscating phones. Factory X, led by head coach Marc […]
Xander Zayas Vs. Abass Baraou – How Does It Play Out?
The Junior Middleweight division is reportedly set for a unification clash between WBO Champion Xander Zayas and his WBA counterpart Abass Baraou. The title bout is reportedly being finalized for January 31 for Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico, fulfilling Zayas’ aim to fight in his hometown. Zayas reportedly rejected a defense against welterweight Giovanni Santillan, […]
UFC Fight Night – Gabriel Bonfim vs Randy Brown: Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns with an intriguing welterweight main event as seasoned contender Randy Brown faces off against fast-rising Brazilian prospect Gabriel Bonfim. Bonfim (18-1) burst onto the scene in 2023 as one of Brazil’s most exciting new prospects. The younger of the Bonfim brothers, Gabriel started his UFC career with a flurry of first-round submission […]
Andy Ruiz Jr. 2026 Hitlist – Is It Realistic?
Former unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. is plotting a big return to the ring in 2026, aiming straight for the division’s biggest names. Ruiz’s career has struggled for consistency ever since his upset victory over Anthony Joshua in June 2019. That triumph was quickly followed by a loss in the immediate rematch, where Ruiz […]
Vergil Ortiz Jr. Vs. Erickson Lubin Final Presser – ‘A Knockout Every Time'
WBC Interim Junior Middleweight Champion Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Erickson Lubin held their final presser ahead of their November 8 bout. Ortiz successfully claimed the interim belt with a grueling majority decision win over Serhii Bohachuk last August, where he had to get off the canvas to avoid the first defeat of his career. He […]
Sydney Sweeney Teases A Boxing Fight – Who Would She Face?
Sydney Sweeney has admitted she would have a boxing fight after undergoing a physical transformation for her film ‘Christy,’ which is scheduled for a November 7 release. Sweeney plays former boxer Christy Martin, who pushed women’s boxing into the mainstream. Martin’s career was also impacted by her abusive husband and trainer, James Martin, who nearly […]
Should Lomachenko Make A Return?
Vasiliy Lomachenko has said no to a boxing return, effectively ending speculation about a fight with Manny Pacquiao. Lomachenko, now 37, announced his retirement in June 2024, just over a year after securing a victory over George Kambosos Jr. that saw him become the IBF Lightweight Champion. Loma’s career was driven by one singular objective: […]
Is Paddy Pimblett Overrated?
Paddy Pimblett has fired back at Islam Makhachev after the former lightweight champion played down his career achievements. Pimblett, who is being linked with a title shot against current UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria next, is 7-0. His best wins came against Michael Chandler at UFC 314 in April and King Green at UFC 304 […]
Five Worst Judging Decisions in UFC History
In mixed martial arts, fighters prepare for months, sometimes years, for just one night under the lights. But no matter how hard they train, one thing remains out of their control: the judges. Over the years, UFC fans have witnessed incredible knockouts, slick submissions, and legendary rivalries. Yet, they’ve also seen their fair share of […]
Agit Kabayel Vs. Oleksandr Usyk – How Does It Play Out?
Agit Kabayel, the WBC Interim Heavyweight Champion, wants to face Oleksandr Usyk for the Undisputed Heavyweight Title. Kabayel is reportedly set to face Damian Knyba on January 10 at the Rudolf Weber Arena in Oberhausen, Germany. Agit has racked up five knockout wins on the spin, featuring consecutive stoppage victories over Arslanbek Makhmudov, Frank Sanchez, […]
Jones Says Aspinall Is Overrated – Is He Right?
Jon Jones has reacted to Tom Aspinall’s latest performance, calling him overrated. Jones’ comments were in response to Tom’s no-contest last month at UFC 321 against Ciryl Gane. In the first defense of his heavyweight title, the pressure was on Tom to perform, especially since he was elevated from an interim champion once Jones retired […]
Dana White Addresses Retirement Claims
UFC CEO Dana White has addressed suggestions that he will retire by shutting down such claims. White is widely recognized as the key figure who transformed the UFC from a struggling $2 million company into the leading brand in mixed martial arts. His financial future was secured in 2016 when the UFC was sold to […]
Fans Predict Gabriel Bonfim Vs. Randy Brown
The UFC Apex will host a welterweight bout between Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown in their first-ever UFC main event at UFC Vegas 111 on November 8, as fans picked their winner. Bonfim is on a three-fight winning streak that reestablished his momentum after a single career setback against Nicolas Dalby in late 2023. Since then, […]
Harrison vs. Nunes: Is It Worthy Of The UFC White House Card?
UFC Bantamweight Champion Kayla Harrison expects the Amanda Nunes fight to happen soon, saying the fight will end quickly with a win. Harrison’s comments follow after her UFC 316 win in June, where she secured a victory over Julianna Peña to win the bantamweight belt. Immediately following the win, Harrison engaged in a staredown with the former bantamweight and […]
Vergil Ortiz vs Erickson Lubin: Preview & Betting Tips
A fascinating clash at 154-pounds takes place this weekend as Vergil Ortiz faces Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin in a high-stakes bout that could determine the next world title challenger at light-middleweight. Ortiz (23-0, 21 KO’s) returned to action in emphatic fashion earlier this year, defeating Israil Madrimov by unanimous decision. It was Ortiz’s first fight […]
Darius Fulghum vs David Stevens: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/GoldenBoyBoxing/status/1976339416634228829?t=rUbe3ESuLdb8OD3KWgtOrQ&s=19 The super-middleweight division showcases another intriguing prospect clash this weekend as Darius Fulghum takes on David Stevens in a scheduled ten-round contest. Fulghum (14-1, 12 KO’s), a former USA Boxing national champion and Olympic alternate, has looked every bit the blue-chip prospect since turning professional in 2022. His combination of athleticism, power, […]
Dustin Poirier And Michael Chandler To Star In ‘Road House 2'
Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler will appear in the ‘Road House 2’ sequel alongside Jake Gyllenhaal. The film follows up on the 2024 release, which featured Conor McGregor, as the rivals put aside their differences to join forces in the movie screens. Poirier beat Chandler at UFC 281 in 2022, as the pair were constantly […]