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Alvarez and Perry Set to Prove Themselves on Bare Knuckle Scene
Eddie Alvarez locked horns with many of the top MMA fighters in the world during his time with Bellator and the UFC from 2003 to 2021. Despite closing in on age 40, Alvarez wanted to keep taking on new challenges. After trying to compete in ONE Championship, Alvarez gave the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships a […]
What Fabian Did Next: Bellator Convinces Him to Stay Put
Fabian Edwards is a hot commodity in MMA right now. Despite coming off a loss at Bellator 299, he’s most certainly in the Bellator Middleweight World Championship scene, and he wants to be, as he’s re-signed with the company. Staying in Bellator Fabian Edwards might have been born in Kingston, Jamaica, and […]
Boxing Lineage Runs Deep in Many Families
Muhammad Ali was one of the most influential heavyweight boxing champions in history. Not just for his success in the ring, though it is long and well-documented, but for his battle for racial justice in the United States. But Ali’s daughter, Laila, would also follow him into the sport against his wishes. Ali didn’t believe […]
How Would Fury Deal with Iron Mike?
Tyson Fury is undoubtedly one of the elite heavyweights of his generation and multiple eras, past and present. He knocked off Wladimir Klitschko, Deontay Wilder, and Dillian Whyte, amongst others – and is set for a ground-breaking cross-over fight against Francis Ngannou. Tyson was named just that after Mike Tyson because he was a fighter […]
The Storied Voices of MMA: The Best Commentators
Every sport needs someone to tell the narrative. Whether they are up in the gantry of a stadium or sitting ringside, MMA needs people with an expert understanding of the sport to describe the action as it happens. So, which commentators are the best when it comes to enriching the product? Joe Rogan Whether you […]
MMA Drug Suspensions
What’s going on in the world of MMA? You might ask. MMA Breaking News tells us that the Nevada State Athletic Commission has suspended three talented MMA fighters for using banned substances. Mayra Bueno Silva has been banned until the 29th of November, while Daniel Rodriguez is taking a six-month suspension. Walt Harris is out […]
MMA Fantasy Fights: Trailblazers Cyborg and Rousey Should Have Settled Differences
Being a pioneer in the age of the internet and social media is likely tricky for those trying to blaze a trail. Cris Cyborg and Ronda Rousey were two women fighting for respect in a sport that didn’t necessarily want to see women fighting at the highest level. Despite being involved in the same fight […]
Flashy Fighters and Showboating Strikers: The Most Flamboyant Fighters in MMA
While mixed martial arts can be known to be a very serious fight game, that doesn’t mean the sport is devoid of characters who bend the rules on how they present themselves and conduct themselves in and out of the cage. Let’s review some of the more flamboyant and eye-catching fighters in MMA. Sean O’Malley […]
Volkanovski Aims To Stop Makhachev – ‘I Believe I Finish Him'
In today’s MMA news, Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC featherweight champion, is targeting a stoppage win over Islam Makhachev at UFC 294 on October 21st, 2023. The two MMA fighters will run things back following their first showing at UFC 284. During the course of that process, Makhachev was given a unanimous-decision win. While that may […]
Mayra Bueno Silva Suspended And Fined Following Her Failed Test
In the latest MMA news, Mayra Bueno Silva has officially been suspended by the Nevada Athletic Commission following her positive test after her UFC Vegas 77 victory over Holly Holm. Reports indicate that the substance in question, ritalinic acid, was in relation to Silva’s ADHD medication. And as part of that process, Silva was adamant […]
Warren Will Appeal WBA's Dismissal Of Dubois' Appeal Against Usyk
In the latest boxing news, Frank Warren will appeal the WBA’s decision to dismiss Daniel Dubois’ appeal against his Oleksandr Usyk loss. The appeal came in response to Dubois’ punch in the fifth round being declared a low blow. The decision allowed Usyk over three minutes to recover before the Ukrainian stopped the Brit in […]
Adesanya Told To Consider Retirement, Fans Troll Danis Over His UFC Ambitions
In the latest MMA news, Chael Sonnen has called on Israel Adesanya to retire from the sport following his recent revelation that he will be taking an extended break from fighting. Those comments were in reference to Adesanya’s loss against Sean Strickland as the latter secured a unanimous-decision win to pick up the UFC middleweight […]
Eddie Hearn Reacts To PBC Potentially Working With DAZN – ‘I’d Be Over The Moon'
In today’s boxing news, Eddie Hearn has reacted to the news that PBC could align themselves with DAZN following Showtime’s exit from the sport. Showtime’s interest in boxing came to an end with the news that 2023 would be their final year. That brought an end to the network’s 40-year contribution to the sport, as […]
Nate Diaz Confirms Rematch With Jake Paul, Logan Paul Rules Out An MMA Fight With Danis
In today’s boxing news, Nate Diaz has claimed that he will be having a rematch with Jake Paul in December. The news comes after Paul recently confirmed that he would be fighting on December 15th, 2023. However, an opponent had not been confirmed, which is why Diaz’s revelations were telling. In their first bout on […]
Makhachev Vs. Volkanovski Pre-Fight Presser – Key Quotes
In today’s MMA news, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski held their pre-fight presser ahead of their rematch at UFC 294 on October 21st, 2023. The duo’s first fight ended in a unanimous-decision win for Makhachev at UFC 284 in February in a decision that divided the MMA community. Face to face once again!! 🔥@MakhachevMMA and […]
Mayweather Vs. Mikey Garcia Exhibition Rumoured For December 9th, Usyk Will Attend Fury Vs. Ngannou
In today’s boxing news, Floyd Mayweather is reportedly in line for an exhibition fight against Mikey Garcia on December 9th, 2023. The bout would see Mayweather have the final card on Showtime following the news that the network would not be involved in boxing come 2024. “As we evolve our strategy to more efficiently allocate […]
Canelo Will Fight Benavidez If The Latter Beats Andrade – Says Hearn And Espinoza
In today’s boxing news, Canelo Alvarez will face David Benavidez if the latter does end up beating Demetrius Andrade. That is according to Eddie Hearn. The two fighters square off on November 25th, 2023, for the WBC interim super middleweight belt. The winner will retain their undefeated record and place themselves in line for all […]
Wilder Vs. Ruiz Could Happen In January, Eubank Jr. Joins The Top 10 P4P List
In today’s boxing news, Malik Scott has talked up a fight between Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr. for January. Talks over a fight had been ongoing ever since the WBC had ordered the fight as a title eliminator. However, that was scrapped after both fighters could not agree on purses. Wilder’s side had offered […]
De La Hoya Slams Al Haymon, Crawford Hits Out At De La Hoya
In the latest boxing news, Oscar De La Hoya has hit out at PBC’s Al Haymon over not maintaining good relations with FOX and NBC following Showtime’s exit from boxing. The comments were in relation to the news that Showtime would no longer be broadcasting boxing in 2024. And as part of that process, PBC’s […]
John Fury Demands That KSI Pay Up Following Their Bet
In today’s boxing news, John Fury has demanded that KSI pay him the sum of £200,000 following their bet. The bet was in relation to KSI’s bout with Tommy Fury as the latter won by a majority decision. And as part of that process, KSI had made a bet with John Fury prior to the […]