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Makhachev's Two-Word Response To Machado Garry
The UFC 330 pre-fight press conference in Philadelphia on Thursday made one thing clear — nobody in that room likes Ian Machado Garry (17-1). The Irishman was booed loudly throughout, while Islam Makhachev (28-1) was warmly received at every turn.
Shields Drops To Middleweight to Chase History
Claressa Shields drops from heavyweight back down to middleweight on Saturday to challenge Kaye Scott for the WBA and WBC titles at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Teofimo Lopez Jr Blames Father After Stevenson Loss
Teofimo Lopez Jr refused to share responsibility with his father for their January loss to Shakur Stevenson, saying his corner failed him at MSG.
Fleury On Garry's Lack Of Authenticity
Oktagon heavyweight champion Will Fleury says Ian Garry makes it hard for Irish fighters to support him ahead of the welterweight's UFC 330 title fight.
Edgar On McGregor-Holloway UFC 329: 'Nothing Good'
Frankie Edgar called Conor McGregor's injury-marred rematch with Max Holloway at UFC 329 unfortunate for both fighters, saying 'nothing good about that outcome for either guy.'
LIVE: Islam Makhachev vs Joaquin Machado Garry — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Islam Makhachev vs Joaquin Machado Garry at UFC 330. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Islam Makhachev vs Machado Garry — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Islam Makhachev vs Machado Garry at UFC 330. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry at UFC 330. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Ian Machado Garry vs Islam Makhachev — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Ian Machado Garry vs Islam Makhachev at UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry. Cards refresh every round.
Khabib Scolds Makhachev After Garry Exchange At UFC 330
Khabib Nurmagomedov corrected Islam Makhachev for telling Ian Garry to shut up during Thursday's UFC 330 press conference in Philadelphia.
Former Fighter Dismisses Jake Paul Impact On PFL Merger
Former Strikeforce fighter Erik Apple questioned whether Jake Paul's MVP merger with the PFL will move the needle for the struggling promotion, citing lackluster marketing and years of losses.
RAF Moscow Event Likely Violates US Sanctions
Real American Freestyle has not explained how its Russian card complies with US restrictions tied to the Ukraine war, experts tell ESPN.
Hrgovic On Itauma Hype Ahead Of O2 Clash
Filip Hrgovic says Moses Itauma has been handed everything and that his own battle-tested experience will decide their August 29 heavyweight clash at the O2 Arena.
Makhachev, Garry Hit Mark For UFC 330 Title Fight
Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry both weighed 170 pounds at Friday's official weigh-ins in Philadelphia ahead of Saturday's welterweight title fight at UFC 330.
Rogan Praises Hokit's White House Controversy
Joe Rogan defended Josh Hokit's inflammatory remarks at UFC Freedom 250, saying the heavyweight turned controversy into stardom and likely doubled his income.
Sheeraz Ordered To Face Alimkhanuly By WBO
WBO super middleweight champion Hamzah Sheeraz must face former unified middleweight titlist Janibek Alimkhanuly in his next fight, per the sanctioning body's mandate.
McGregor Predicts Garry Head Kick KO Over Makhachev
Conor McGregor has backed Ian Machado Garry to pull off a stunning upset against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 in Philadelphia this Saturday — and has a specific prediction for how it happens.
Hasim Rahman's Son Signs Multi-Fight Bare Knuckle Deal
Sharif Rahman (9-0), son of two-time heavyweight world champion Hasim Rahman, has signed a multi-fight deal with BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing.
Puerto Rican Boxer Prichard Colon Passes Away
Prichard Colon, the Puerto Rican boxer whose career and life were devastated by repeated illegal blows to the back of the head during a 2015 fight, has passed away at the age of 33.