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Why Gervonta Davis Would Need Two Years to Compete in MMA
Tank's power won't translate overnight. A deep dive into the technical gaps, training roadmap, and realistic timeline that would separate a boxing exhibition from actual MMA competitiveness.

Why Michael Chandler Keeps Getting Big Fights After Losses
Chandler is 2-5 in the UFC since 2021, yet remains a betting favorite for Conor McGregor's rumored farewell bout. The paradox reveals how the promotion values entertainment currency over win streaks.

Navajo Stirling Is One Win Away From a Middleweight Title Shot
The Blachowicz knockout wasn't a fluke. Stirling's power, timing, and game planning put him in position to challenge for UFC gold with one more ranked scalp.

Why Cris Cyborg Can't Land the Claressa Shields Fight She Wants
Cyborg has the money and the name recognition, but Shields keeps saying no. The roadblock isn't purse size—it's the structural mismatch between a proven MMA champion chasing legacy and a boxer testing new waters.

Hearn Eyes Ennis vs. Kelly Unification
Jaron Ennis wants to become a three-belt super welterweight champion, and Josh Kelly may be the most straightforward way to get there.

Thurman Eyes December Welterweight Return
Keith Thurman says he wants to get back to welterweight, and he has already identified his first target.

Makhachev Reflects On Maddalena Win Ahead of UFC 330
Islam Makhachev has reflected on his dominant welterweight title win over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 last November.

Battle Calls Out Paul But Doubts Acceptance
Bryan Battle says he would fight Jake Paul in MMA but doesn't think the YouTuber-boxer will take the matchup after his PFL Charlotte win over Dalton Rosta.

Joshua Posts Career Montage
Anthony Joshua posted a 95-second montage of his career this week — and made a deliberate choice to include the hard nights alongside the good ones.
UFC 332 Confirms October Return To Utah
The UFC announced it will return to Salt Lake City's Delta Center on Oct. 3 for UFC 332, the promotion's first card in Utah since Alex Pereira defended his title there in 2024.

Makhachev Faces Upset Threat At UFC 330
Islam Makhachev defends his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330, with three pound-for-pound greats already fallen in 2026.
Four UFC Rookies Graded After Vegas 120 Debuts
Jose Montanha earned top marks with a first-round submission, while Gigi Canuto and three others made their Octagon debuts at UFC Vegas 120 on Saturday.

Salkilld Confirms He's Down For Saint-Denis At MSG
Quillan Salkilld told MMA Mania he wants Benoit Saint-Denis at Madison Square Garden in November after stopping Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120.

Bella Mir Headlines DWCS Seeking UFC Contract
Frank Mir's daughter Bella will fight Alex Apodaca at DWCS Season 10 Week 3 in Las Vegas, targeting a UFC roster spot in her first bout since July 2025.
McMillen Gets Rahiki At Noche UFC 4
Tommy McMillen will face Marwan Rahiki in a featherweight clash of undefeated prospects at Noche UFC 4 on Sept. 12 in Glendale, Arizona.

Kimbo Slice Jr. Faces Anderson Silva's Son At BRP 15
Kevin Ferguson Jr. meets Gabriel Silva on Aug. 22 in Miami as the sons of two MMA legends collide on the influencer boxing circuit.

De Ridder Rips Kill Cliff FC After ATT Move
Reinier de Ridder cited declining training quality at Kill Cliff FC before his August 22 UFC Sacramento bout against Roman Dolidze at light heavyweight.

Silva Picks Garry Over Makhachev As Borralho Disagrees
Jean Silva is backing Ian Garry to upset Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15, while teammate Caio Borralho shook his head in disagreement during the interview.

Dvalishvili Spars Zuckerberg On Floating Platform
Former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili sparred with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on a floating barge in the middle of a lake.
Salkilld Reveals Knee Pop During Gamrot Submission Win
Quillan Salkilld heard his knee pop during a scramble with Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120, though the Australian still secured a first-round submission.