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Crawford's Coach Picks Fundora To KO Spence
Terence Crawford’s coach, Bernie Davis, expects Sebastian Fundora to beat Errol Spence Jr in today’s boxing news. Reports indicate that Spence will box Fundora in October at 154 pounds. It will be his first fight since Crawford stopped him last year. Spence was dropped three times, as Crawford became the first Undisputed Welterweight Champion of […]
Roy Jones Ready To Box Jake Paul After Tyson Withdraws
In some online boxing news, Roy Jones Jr. is willing to box Jake Paul after Mike Tyson pulled out. Tyson was set to face Paul on July 20 in a pro boxing fight. However, major safety concerns arose after the boxer appeared ill on a flight from Miami to Las Vegas. On May 26, a […]
Dana White's Plan For The BMF Belt – What's Next?
In today’s MMA news, Dana White opened up about his plans for the next BMF fight. Max Holloway is the current champion after knocking out Justin Gaethje with a second left to go at UFC 300. Gaethje had also stopped his opponent, Dustin Poirier, to win the belt at UFC 291. The first BMF title […]
ONE Friday Night Fights 66: 21-Year-Old Thai Fighter Seeks Global Roster Spot
One of the major thrills in combat sports is to see a fighter who has been grinding away to lock down financial security. In Muay Thai, many fighters have to fight frequently to build up their reputation and workload and make it to the top of significant promotions. Kongchai Chanaidonmueang, a 21-year-old Thai Fighter, has […]
UFC Fight Night Betting Preview
Jared Cannonier is in danger of falling behind. The UFC’s middleweight division is deep with contenders for Dricus du Plessis’ belt. The No. 1 contender, Sean Strickland, won a fight against a lower-ranked fighter to stake his claim to a title shot. Former champion Robert Whittaker also did something similar. Cannonier, who is ranked fourth, […]
McGregor Apologizes For Canceled Chandler Presser – ‘There Were A Series Of Obstacles'
Conor McGregor apologized to fans after the first presser about the Michael Chandler fight was postponed in today’s latest MMA updates. A presser was scheduled for June 3 live from the 3Arena in Dublin. However, 12 hours before the event, the UFC stated that the presser was called off. That was a major blow for […]
Canelo Undecided On Vacating IBF Title – What's Next?
In today’s boxing update, Canelo Alvarez remains undecided whether he will vacate his IBF Super Middleweight Title. Alvarez is the current undisputed champion at 168, who has been ordered to face his mandatory William Scull next. The purse bids have been set for June 6. Canelo is coming off a unanimous decision against Jaime Munguia […]
Garcia Could Face A Lengthy Ban – ‘Garcia Is On The Ropes'
In the latest boxing news, Angelique Richardson, a sports lawyer from Lawrence Stephens, says Ryan Garcia faces a possible lengthy ban. Richardson was reacting to Garcia’s two failed VADA tests for Ostarine after the Devin Haney win. Urine samples from April 19 and April 20 detected the substance used to help athletes increase muscle and […]
Deontay Wilder’s Mother Speaks Out – ‘You’ve Ran Your Course, Enjoy Your Life'
Deontay Wilder’s mother, Deborah Wilder, has reacted to critics of her son following his loss to Zhilei Zhang in today’s online boxing news. Wilder was stopped in the fifth round after being countered by Zhang’s right hook, followed by another right hand. Although Wilder beat the count, the referee called the fight off. It was […]
Tyson Fury Could Sack John Fury – Here's Why
John Fury was heavily criticized for his role in Tyson Fury’s corner following his loss to Oleksandr Usyk. Fury suffered a split decision loss as Usyk became the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion. It was the first loss of Fury’s career, as serious questions were raised over John Fury. During the fight week, he headbutted a member […]
Why Jake Paul Should Boycott The Tyson Fight
Jake Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson has been called off for a later date, but should the Problem Child go ahead with it? Tyson was on course to box Paul on July 20. It was meant to be an eight-round fight with 14-ounce gloves. The rounds would be for two minutes, with the result going […]
Volkanovski Wants The Poirier Fight – ‘Would Be A Massive Fight'
Alexander Volkanovski is open to fighting Dustin Poirier if The Diamond continues his career. Poirier suffered a fifth-round submission loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 302. The defeat meant he missed out on the UFC Lightweight Title for the third time. Losses to Khabib Nurmagomedov and Charles Oliveira had previously made him miss out on that […]
Sawyer Depee’s First-Round KO Signals End to Days as Gatekeeper in BKFC
Sawyer Depee doesn’t mind facing adversity in the boxing ring. When Depee, who is ranked fourth in the Bare Knuckle Fight Championship’s cruiserweight division, was asked to take on an unranked contender in that person’s hometown, it wasn’t a big deal. Depee had been called on to fill the role of gatekeeper before. But the […]
Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi Earns $100K the Quick Way
Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi got everything he looked for at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium during ONE Friday Night Fights 65. Jaosuayai earned a fat bonus check and halted an opponent’s winning streak, all in less than three minutes of work. Puengluang Baanramba, who was 6-0 in the promotion before the fight, appeared overwhelmed. Jaosuayai was able to […]
Amir Khan Hints At A Return, Calls Out KSI And Jake Paul – ‘Send The Contract, Go Back To Disney'
Amir Khan has called out both KSI and Jake Paul following reports that he will make a comeback. Khan has not boxed since losing to Kell Brook in 2022. The former two-time junior welterweight champion tested positive for Ostarine after the Brook loss. Ostarine is known for allowing boxers to cut weight and increase stamina […]
Joshua Could Box Dubois In September – ‘It’s A Big Fight'
Anthony Joshua could box Daniel Dubois in September at Wembley. Joshua is expected to fight in September following his recent resurgence. Since teaming up with Ben Davidson, Joshua has stopped his last two opponents. Wins over Otto Wallin and Francis Ngannou have played into the narrative that Joshua is back to his best. This was […]
Khabib Squares Up To Trump At UFC 302 – ‘Stop All This'
Khabib Nurmagomedov was seen interacting with former US President Donald Trump at UFC 302 Trump was present in the arena as Islam Makhachev took on Dustin Poirier in a defense of his UFC Lightweight Title. Makhachev submitted Poirier in the fifth round to cap off a memorable win. Khabib was in Islam’s corner, which would […]
Lennox Lewis Tells Wilder To Retire – ‘Leave With Your Faculties Intact'
Lennox Lewis has called on Deontay Wilder to retire from the sport following his loss to Zhilei Zhang. The Bronze Bomber was knocked out in round five following devastating right hands from Zhang. Wilder found himself in trouble early on, getting backed up in the corner, as Zhang started on the front foot. During an […]
Islam Makhachev’s Dramatic Fifth-Round Submission Win Can’t Save Disappointing UFC 302 Card
The end result was what many observers would have predicted. Islam Makhachev got his hand raised and defended his UFC lightweight championship with a submission win over Dustin Poirier. But Makhachev’s win didn’t feel as easy as it should have been. When Makhachev didn’t lock up a submission in the first round, Poirier seemed to […]
Manny Pacquiao Targets The WBC 147 Belt
Manny Pacquiao is hoping to fight for the WBC Welterweight Title this year. The news comes after Terence Crawford became a ‘Champion in Recess’ after moving up to 154. Bud will box Israil Madrimov for the WBA Junior Middleweight Title. That means the current WBC Interim Welterweight Champion, Mario Barrios, will fight for the full […]