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Benn First To Scale For Garcia Title Fight
Conor Benn hit the scale first at 146 pounds for his WBC welterweight title challenge against Ryan Garcia, who weighed 145.5 pounds for Saturday's T-Mobile Arena main event.
Alvarez On McGregor's UFC Exit Strategy
Former UFC lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez says Conor McGregor faces an uphill battle leaving the promotion, warning the Irishman could become "public enemy No. 1" if he tries to fight out his contract.
Garcia Makes Weight For Benn Showdown
Ryan Garcia weighed 145.5 pounds Friday in Las Vegas, comfortably under the 147-pound limit for his WBC welterweight title defense against Conor Benn on Saturday night.
Catterall Tops ESPN's British Title Hopefuls List
Jack Catterall leads ESPN's ranking of British boxers most likely to win their first world title, ahead of Moses Itauma and Adam Azim. Conor Benn fights Ryan Garcia for WBC gold Saturday.
MVP's Next Move After UFC Cut At 5-1
Michael Page went 5-1 in the UFC before his release. MMA Mania's mailbag explores where the former Bellator star lands next and whether oblique kicks merit continued scrutiny.
Murphy Proposes 10-10 Rounds After Evloev Loss
Lerone Murphy wants judges to score stalemate rounds 10-10 after losing a majority decision to Movsar Evloev in London earlier this year.
Gaethje On Possible Retirement After UFC Title Win
Justin Gaethje says he hasn't decided whether to retire after winning the UFC lightweight title, citing injuries and family input as key factors in his choice.
MMA Mania Launches Fantasy NFL Amid Sumo Season
MMA Mania's Tim Edwards joined his first fantasy NFL league as the site prepares sumo coverage for the aki basho starting Sunday, per the outlet's daily thread.
Soldic On UFC Debut After ONE And KSW Runs
Roberto Soldic says the timing is right for his UFC debut at UFC 332 after proving himself in ONE Championship and KSW. The Croatian faces Khaos Williams in his Octagon bow.
Garcia Tells ESPN On Becoming Boxing's Next Face
Ryan Garcia defends his WBC welterweight title Saturday in Las Vegas, positioning himself as the sport's next major star through social media reach and Dana White's Zuffa Boxing.
White Shoots Down Jones Vs. Ngannou: 'Francis Is A Bad Guy'
Dana White rejected a potential Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou fight, calling the former UFC heavyweight champion 'a bad guy' he refuses to do business with.
Garcia Positioned As Boxing's Next Superstar
Ryan Garcia could emerge as boxing's marquee attraction by leaning into the polarizing persona that has made skeptics question his credentials.
Garcia Blocks Benn From Using Larger Gloves
Ryan Garcia contacted Nevada regulators to ensure 8-ounce gloves remain mandatory for his Sept. 12 fight with Conor Benn, even if Benn misses the 147-pound limit.
Boxing & UFC this weekend (11 September–13 September 2026): every fight, time and channel
Every boxing and UFC card this weekend, 11 September–13 September 2026. 9 events including Ring card. Start times in UK and ET, broadcasters and how to watch.
Silva Predicts Early Finish At Noche UFC 4
Jean Silva expects his UFC main event against Jose Delgado to end inside two rounds when the fighters meet Saturday in Glendale, Arizona.
Gaethje Reveals Topuria's Footwork Flaw He Exploited
Justin Gaethje told Demetrious Johnson that Ilia Topuria's predictable rhythm and lack of lateral movement made him a clear target at UFC Freedom 250.
Topuria Ready To Fight After First UFC Loss
Former two-division UFC champion Ilia Topuria is cleared to compete again after his June loss to Justin Gaethje, with Dana White confirming a Pimblett fight or rematch are both on the table.
Rahiki Predicts First-Round McMillen Knockout
Marwan Rahiki says he will knock out Tommy McMillen in the first round at Noche UFC 4 on Sept. 12 in Glendale, Arizona.
White Says Crawford Would Return For Right Fight
UFC CEO Dana White says retired welterweight Terence Crawford would end his retirement for the right matchup, with Jaron Ennis emerging as a possible opponent.
Shaidullaev Signs Two-Year MVP Deal After Super Rizin Win
Undefeated featherweight Rajabali Shaidullaev has agreed to a two-year deal with MVP starting in January, Ariel Helwani reports. The 20-0 champ defends his Rizin title on New Year's Eve first.