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McGregor vs. Chandler Won't Happen This Year – ‘Not A Chance'
Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler will not happen in 2024. That is according to Chael Sonnen. Their UFC 303 clash for June 29 was called off after McGregor withdrew with an injury. That was a massive setback for both fighters, given how long the fight had been talked about. The rivalry grew on the TUF 31 […]
Devin Haney Could Move Up To 147 – Is It The Right Move?
Devin Haney has hinted at moving up to 147, which could be a good move. Haney is a two-weight world champion. He became the youngest undisputed champion of the four-belt era when he won all the belts at 135 pounds. Haney then moved up to 140 and beat Regis Prograis in his first fight to […]
Does Ryan Garcia Deserve Scorn Or Sympathy After Rollercoaster Few Months?
Barely a day goes by without Ryan Garcia being in the headlines – and usually, not for the right reasons. The lead-up to his epic fight against Devin Haney was dominated by concerns about Garcia’s mental health following a succession of bizarre outbursts, conspiracy theories, and full-blown breakdowns on social media. That he came in […]
Jon Jones Would Destroy Ngannou – ‘Francis Didn’t Want To Fight'
Jon Jones would have destroyed Francis Ngannou in an MMA fight. That is according to Dana White. The UFC fans never saw the fight as Ngannou left the UFC last year. The Predator was unhappy with the contract talks, saying the offer would have taken away his power as an independent contractor. He left as […]
Manny Pacquiao Targeting Historic Return To Face WBC Champion Mario Barrios
Manny Pacquiao is targeting a return to the ring to face newly appointed WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios, the Filipino legend’s adviser Sean Gibbons has revealed. Pacquiao (62-8-2 39 KO) is one of the greatest and most successful fighters in history, but he has not fought since a demoralizing points defeat to Yordenis Ugas […]
Bellator Contender Series Preview: Jason Jackson Hopes Irish Eyes Are Smiling on Him
Jason Jackson hasn’t lost since 2019. But this hasn’t been a period of high activity for the Bellator welterweight champion. If Jackson can defend his belt against Ramazan Kuramagomedov Friday at 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland, this will be the first time he has fought twice in a year since 2021. But Jackson will be glad […]
Three Title Fights Will Bring Out Top Fighters Seeking Glory in Hollywood For BKFC 62
Kai Stewart and Bryan Duran have been two of the most successful fighters in BKFC history. There is genuine bad blood between the two fighters. That makes them well-suited for a main event with the BKFC featherweight championship on the line. When Stewart came to the BKFC, he exploded out of the gate. Stewart knocked […]
Ryan Garcia Says He's ‘Officially Retired' – Is He Banned?
Ryan Garcia has said he is officially retired, raising question marks over his failed VADA tests. Garcia failed two VADA tests for Ostarine following his win over Devin Haney, as he faces a battle to prove his innocence. The substance is outlawed as it gives unfair advantages of increasing muscle, stamina and burning fat. Garcia […]
Joshua's Next Fight Is Close – Who Is It?
Anthony Joshua has said his next fight is almost finalized for a September 21 bout at Wembley Stadium. Joshua has not fought since the knockout of Francis Ngannou in March. That was his second stoppage win in a row since teaming up with Ben Davidson. The perception is that Joshua is back to his best […]
Mike Perry Slams Jake Paul During First Face-Off – ‘You’ve Been Fighting Fat Cab Drivers'
Jake Paul and Mike Perry had their first face-off via a video link ahead of their July 20 clash. Paul will face Perry after Mike Tyson pulled out with an inflamed ulcer. The Tyson fight will now take place on November 15, as all eyes are on Perry. The Problem Child has knocked out his […]
Haney Vs. Lopez Could Happen Next
Bob Arum wants to make Devin Haney vs. Teofimo Lopez next if The Dream’s fight with Sandor Martin falls through. The WBC has ordered Haney to defend his 140-pound title against Martin. Top Rank won the purse bids with a $2.42 million bid. Haney was frustrated that Matchroom Boxing did not put a bid after […]
Masvidal Blasts Diaz Over Their Brawl – ‘He’s Just A Coward'
Jorge Masvidal says he has no respect for Nate Diaz after their presser ended in a brawl. The two will run things back in a boxing bout on July 6. The contest will take place at light heavyweight (175 pounds) in a ten-rounder. Their previous clash was a UFC 244 fight in 2019. Masvidal won […]
Zhang's Next Fight Could Be In China
Frank Warren wants Zhilei Zhang’s next fight to be in China. Zhang is coming off the best win of his career after having stopped Deontay Wilder in the fifth round in his last fight. The victory was vital as the 41-year-old bounced back from his loss to Joseph Parker. The defeat to Parker meant he […]
Subriel Matias Vows To Knock Out Liam Paro If Rematch Can Be Agreed
Subriel Matias is determined to avenge his shock defeat to Liam Paro and has vowed to knock out the Australian if the rematch can be agreed. Matias (20-2-0 20 KO) suffered the second defeat of his professional career last Saturday when Paro ruined the Puerto Rican’s first fight on home soil since November 2019 – […]
Benavidez Chooses To Stay Mandatory For Canelo
David Benavidez will target a fight with Canelo Alvarez next by signing an appeal letter, forcing the WBC to act. Benavidez secured a victory against Oleksandr Gvozdyk for the WBC Interim Light Heavyweight Title via a unanimous decision. It was his first bout at 175. He moved up from 168 after failing to get the […]
Jaron Ennis: Can ‘Boots’ Rival Terence Crawford As The King At Welterweight?
When Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis signed to Matchroom Boxing, Eddie Hearn was almost giddy in his reaction to securing the signature of a fighter he believes is among the best in the world. “Wow – What a signing!” said Hearn in April. “I’ve watched this young man for many years, and I always believed he would […]
UFC on ABC 6 Betting Preview
Robert Whittaker may be under the most pressure in his UFC career. When the UFC initially announced its first card in Saudi Arabia, the Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al Alshaikh, asked them to move the event back because the GEA wanted a higher-quality fighter on the card. There are a handful of […]
McGregor Bets $60K On CR7 To Win The Golden Boot At Euro 2024
Conor McGregor has placed a $60,000 bet on Cristiano Ronaldo to win the Golden Boot at UEFA Euro 2024. McGregor and Ronaldo are on good terms and have been seen together numerous times. They were sat ringside for Anthony Joshua vs. Otto Wallin’s main event at the Day of Reckoning card last year. Portugal started […]
Ryan Garcia's PED Test Outcome To Be Decided This Week – Here's What Could Happen
Ryan Garcia will decide this week over what the New York State Athletic Commission will do over failed PED tests. Garcia failed two VADA tests for Ostarine after urine samples taken on April 19/20 detected the substance. The findings mean his win over Devin Haney is now in doubt. Ostarine is banned because it allows […]
Haney Furious As Hearn Abandons His Purse Bid – ‘Matchroom, Nasty Work'
Eddie Hearn looks to have turned his back on Devin Haney after refusing to make a purse bid for his fight with Sandor Martin. Haney is coming off his first career loss after losing to Ryan Garcia via a majority decision. The Dream suffered a big setback for his brand, as his defensive frailties were […]