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Reeves Making Progress After Dublin Hospitalization
Promoter Frank Warren says Irish boxer Michael Reeves is showing improvement after being taken to hospital following Saturday's fight in Dublin.
Gamrot On Changing His Style For UFC Politics
Mateusz Gamrot told MMA Mania he's adapted his wrestling-heavy approach because the UFC values entertainment, ahead of his UFC Vegas 120 headliner against Quillan Salkilld on Saturday.
Makhachev On Topuria And Chimaev Losses
Islam Makhachev says he learned from watching Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev lose their titles, telling MMA Junkie he believes some fighters lost focus.
McGregor Backs Garry Despite Fan Criticism
Conor McGregor defended Ian Machado Garry as a 'stud' ahead of his UFC 330 title shot against Islam Makhachev, despite mounting fan backlash over recent media appearances.
Parker's Positive Cocaine Test Blamed On Nutritionist
Former heavyweight champion Joseph Parker's failed UK Anti-Doping test was caused by his nutritionist, according to an investigation report released this week.
Phetjeeja Defends Kickboxing Title Against Prifti
Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom defends her ONE atomweight kickboxing title against Greek challenger Antonia Prifti at The Inner Circle 28 on August 28 in Bangkok.
Usman's Manager Rejects Retirement Talk After UFC Loss
Ali Abdelaziz says Kamaru Usman will return to welterweight rather than retire despite losing four of his last five fights at middleweight.
Johnson Vs Thorslund Heads MVPW-05 Card Saturday
Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions stages its fifth women's boxing card in Florida on Saturday, with Johnson facing Thorslund in the main event.
BKB 59 Books Fernandez Title Defense In Mexico
Bare Knuckle Boxing heads to Tijuana on Sept. 19 with champion Julian Fernandez defending his super cruiserweight strap in his hometown against Daniel Podmore.
Till On Garry's 'Fake' UFC 330 Promotion
Darren Till says Ian Garry tarnishes his brand with every interview ahead of UFC 330. The bare-knuckle fighter offered advice to the welterweight title challenger.
Van Opens As Underdog In UFC 331 Rematch
Joshua Van closes as a slight underdog to Alexandre Pantoja in their UFC 331 flyweight title rematch, while Arman Tsarukyan opens at -400 over Mauricio Ruffy.
Owen Takes Blame For GFL's Failed Launch
Global Fight League founder Darren Owen admitted mistakes led to the promotion's April 2025 collapse and announced an October 17 reboot in Las Vegas.
Parker Cleared After Three-Month Cocaine Suspension
Heavyweight Joseph Parker is free to fight again after serving a three-month ban for a positive cocaine test traced to contaminated supplements from his nutritionist.
Nurmagomedov Faces UFC Or PFL Choice After Free Agency
Usman Nurmagomedov ran through Archie Colgan in the first round at PFL New York, completing his contract and becoming MMA's hottest free agent.
Cruz Faces Bravo In September WBC Interim Showdown
Isaac Cruz will face Nestor Bravo on September 19th at San Diego's Pechanga Arena in a WBC interim title fight, with Jesus Ramos Jr taking on Meiirim Nursultanov in the co-main event.
Adesanya On Makhachev's Feinting Before UFC 330
Israel Adesanya praised Islam Makhachev's feinting game from the Della Maddalena fight, calling it some of the best he's seen in the UFC ahead of the champion's Aug. 15 defense.
Prates Warns Brady And Medic After Callouts
Carlos Prates told Sean Brady and Uros Medic to wait their turn, saying he'll pursue UFC gold first before dealing with challengers in his "Kingdom of Pain."
Jessie Rosas On Being Known As Raul's Brother
Jessie Rosas makes his UFC debut at UFC Vegas 120 on Saturday and says comparisons to his younger brother Raul Rosas Jr. don't bother him for now.
Harrison's Manager Confirms 2026 Return
Kayla Harrison will compete later this year, her manager Ali Abdelaziz told MMA Junkie, though he advised the UFC bantamweight champion to take her time recovering.
Ruffy Tells Tsarukyan He's Hunting KO At UFC 331
Mauricio Ruffy says he's solely focused on knocking out Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 331 on Sept. 19, dismissing any pressure despite the surprise booking.