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Tsarukyan Chokes Out Alligator; Says Makhachev Is ‘Easy Work'
Arman Tsarukyan took his grappling skills to the next level when he tackled an alligator during a fishing trip at the Everglades. Tsarukyan is one of the names linked with a fight against UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev. They faced off in 2019 when Tsarukyan made his first UFC appearance. Islam won via a unanimous […]
Wilder's Fiancée Gets A Restraining Order – ‘Alleges Choking, Spitting And Violence'
Deontay Wilder’s fiancée, Telli Swift, has gotten a restraining order against him. Swift alleges the boxer has abused her numerous times over the past six years since they began dating in 2015. She applied for a temporary restraining order in Los Angeles, which was granted two days after his loss to Zhilei Zhang. Her application […]
Fury Vs. Usyk Sets A PPV Record – ‘The Heavyweights Are Getting Paid'
Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk did over 1.5 million PPV buys, setting a record. The Undisputed Heavyweight Championship took place on May 18, with Usyk beating Fury via a split decision. The fight delivered more than expected, throwing up a classic. Usyk was on the front foot for the first three rounds before Fury took […]
Diaz vs. Masvidal Presser Ends In A Brawl – Punches Were Thrown
Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal’s press conference ended in a brawl ahead of their July 6 clash. The contest takes place at light heavyweight in a ten-rounder. They will cross paths from the Honda Center in Anaheim. It is a rerun of their UFC clash, which took place in 2019 at UFC 244. Masvidal won […]
Crawford Ready To Destroy Madrimov – ‘We’re Here To Collect Undisputed'
Terence Crawford is ready to do whatever it takes to beat Israil Madrimov. That is according to his coach, Bernie Davies. Crawford has his first fight at 154 pounds against Madrimov, who is the WBA Junior Middleweight Champion. Crawford’s last fight was a ninth-round stoppage win over Errol Spence Jr. to become the first Undisputed […]
Ryan Garcia Compared To Serial Doper Lance Armstrong – ‘IVS Are Banned'
Ryan Garcia has been compared to Lance Armstrong following his failed VADA tests for Ostarine. Garcia tested positive for the banned substance after two urine samples taken on April 19 and April 20 found traces of Ostarine. The substance is outlawed because it allows boxers to cut weight and increase muscle/stamina. Garcia denies any intentional […]
Usyk Backs Crawford To Beat Canelo – ‘Terence My Friend Is A Crazy Man'
Oleksandr Usyk has backed Terence Crawford to beat Canelo Alvarez. Reports indicate that the Saudis want to make Crawford vs. Canelo at the end of the year or the beginning of next year. Bud is preparing to face Israil Madrimov in his first fight at 154 pounds. A victory makes him a four-division champion as […]
BKFC Heavyweight Main Event Set to Thrill Crowd at Newcastle Walker Activity Dome
Stanoy Tabakov has found plenty of professional success in combat sports. It should be little surprise that the Bulgarian native decided to make the leap to the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship; he found life to be pretty good there. Tabakov’s debut fight only lasted 84 seconds. He swiftly knocked out Petr Beranek during a heavyweight […]
Tawanchai P.K. Saenchai Muaythaigym Plans to Make Second Featherweight Muay Thai Title Defense at ONE 167
Trying to predict future results based on competitions in different sports is usually a fruitless endeavor. Jo Nattawut impressed everyone when he stepped in at ONE Fight Night 15 to fight Tawanchai P.K. Saenchai in a kickboxing match. When the scorecards were tallied up, the results reflected a wild fight. Tawanchai, the One Featherweight Muay […]
Conor McGregor Causes A Stir With A Doctor's Visit – ‘Pullout Merchant'
Conor McGregor’s Instagram post showing him at a doctor’s office has gotten fans talking after his presser with Michael Chandler was canceled. McGregor will take on Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29. It will be his first UFC fight since 2021, when he suffered a loss and broken leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC […]
Makhachev Broke Poirier's Nose, Ribs And ACL – ‘Massive Damage'
Dustin Poirier suffered several injuries in his UFC 302 loss to Islam Makhachev. Dustin missed out on a title once again, as Islam submitted him in the last round. The victory meant Makhachev retained his Undisputed Lightweight Title. It was once again difficult for Dustin, given how close he has been to picking up a […]
Usyk Could Move To Cruiserweight After The Fury Rematch – ‘Special, One Of The GOATS'
Oleksandr Usyk could move back down to cruiserweight following the Tyson Fury rematch. Usyk became the first Undisputed Heavyweight Champion since 1999 when he beat Fury via a split decision. The win made him undisputed in a second weight class, following his feat at cruiserweight. He followed Evander Holyfield in becoming undisputed at cruiserweight and […]
Nate Diaz Sings At A Zach Bryan Concert Before The Masvidal Fight
Nate Diaz was on stage with musician Zach Bryan at a concert in Los Angeles on June 3. Diaz is preparing for his boxing bout against Jorge Masvidal on July 6. It is his second boxing fight since losing to Jake Paul last year. It will be a rerun of their 2019 UFC 244 clash. […]
Frank Martin Tells Tank Davis ‘He Is Ready' To Shock The World
Frank Martin remains confident that he will beat Gervonta Davis when they square off on June 15. Martin chases his first world title as Davis defends his WBA Lightweight Title. Both fighters have a history of sparring with each other. The kick-off presser brought up their sparring session, with both fighters giving a conflicting narrative. […]
MMA Fighter Haim Gozali Escaped Assassination Attempt In Ukraine
Haim Gozali, an Israeli MMA fighter, shared a video of himself hiding from an assassination attempt in Ukraine. Gozali posted the video on June 2, showing himself hiding on a hotel rooftop. The Jerusalem Post states that Gozali was staying there with his son, Elad, and his coach, Ben El Hasid. All of them escaped […]
Turki Alalshikh Tells Bivol To Fight Benavidez And Opetaia
Turki Alalshikh is keen on making Dmitry Bivol fight David Benavidez and Jai Opetaia. That all depends on whether Bivol comes out victorious against Artur Beterbiev. They face off on October 12 for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight Championship. The fight was agreed for June 1. However, Beterbiev pulled out with a knee injury. Malik Zinad stepped […]
Helwaini: UFC Reportedly Considering A ‘Replacement' For McGregor
The UFC has allegedly been exploring the idea of a replacement for the main event featuring Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler. The two are expected to face off on June 29 at UFC 303. McGregor is looking for his first fight since his defeat to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021. McGregor broke his […]
Fans React As Claressa Shields Moves Up To Heavyweight – ‘This Is Wild, Are You Serious?'
Boxing fans have reacted to Claressa Shields’ next fight, as she will take on WBC Heavyweight Champion Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse. The fight will take place on July 27 from Detroit. The decision has drawn many talking points, given Shields’ career. She became undisputed at 154 pounds before moving up to 160 to do the same. A […]
Wilder’s Father Wants Malik Scott Sacked – ‘You Don’t Need A Buddy, Get Someone You Respect
Gary Wilder, Deontay Wilder’s father, has slammed Malik Scott, demanding a change of trainer. Since Wilder has teamed up with Scott, his form has dipped considerably. They have secured just one win in their four fights together. That was a 2022 first-round KO win over Robert Helenius. Wilder’s right hand and jab, which had made […]
Broner Confesses To Alleged Murder During Fiery Presser With Cobbs – ‘No Money In My Pocket, I'm Ready To Die'
Adrien Broner and Blair Cobbs held a fiery pre-fight presser ahead of their welterweight clash on June 7. Broner’s career has stalled of late, as he is no longer the same fighter who became a four-division champion. He enters the bout with a victory against William Hutchinson in June 2023. The win followed after he […]