News — Page 89
13,116 articles · Breaking boxing and UFC news, analysis, interviews, and betting previews.
Wint Admits No Kimura Defense In UFC Debut
Anthony Wint survived a kimura attempt at UFC Sacramento without knowing how to defend it, finishing Terrance Chatman with an arm-triangle in round one.
Dolidze Maintains Dignity After Third Straight UFC Loss
Roman Dolidze released a statement after his first-round TKO loss to Reinier de Ridder at UFC Sacramento, telling fans failure is part of the sport.
Freire Confirms UFC 331 Final Fight On Contract
Patricio Freire faces Doo Ho Choi at UFC 331 in the final bout of his current deal and plans to re-sign if he wins. The former Bellator champion is 1-2 since joining the promotion.
Douglas Suffers Fractured Orbital In UFC Upset
Lerryan Douglas fractured his orbital and lost vision immediately after Jamall Emmers' first-round knockout at UFC Sacramento, coach Cub Swanson confirmed.
McCallum On Jackson's Power Before 1986 Title Fight
Mike McCallum defended his WBA junior middleweight title against Julian Jackson on August 23, 1986, pitting Jamaica's first world champion against a knockout artist with 27 KOs in 29 wins.
Woodley Ends Eight-Year Win Drought With RAF 12 Comeback
Tyron Woodley scored his first combat sports victory since 2018, rallying from an 8-1 deficit to beat Joaquin Buckley 14-8 at RAF 12 in Cleveland on Aug. 22.
Cyborg Won't Commit To Next Fight After PFL Tampa Win
Cris Cyborg said she doesn't know if she'll compete again after defeating Ketlen Vieira at PFL Tampa. The 41-year-old featherweight champion plans to wait and see what happens amid the PFL-MVP merger.
Cejudo Calls For Dvalishvili Trilogy After 36-Second Pin
Henry Cejudo pinned Merab Dvalishvili in 36 seconds at RAF 12 Saturday and immediately called for a third wrestling match between the former UFC champions.
Dana White On Garry's UFC 330 Approach
UFC president Dana White criticized Ian Machado Garry for being overly friendly with Islam Makhachev in the final round of their August title fight in Philadelphia.
Romero Claims Double Standard After Lopez Loss
Rolly Romero says he was robbed against Teofimo Lopez at T-Mobile Arena, claiming other fighters would be praised for the same performance he delivered Saturday night.
MMA Mania Hosts Weekend Open Thread
MMA Mania's Tim Edwards opened a Saturday discussion thread for fight fans covering movies, Premier League soccer, and upcoming summer plans.
Anthony Smith Releases Statement After Felony Arrest
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith broke his silence Saturday on Instagram, celebrating his return home after July arrest on four felony charges including terroristic threats.
Silva Stops Kimbo Slice Jr At Brand Risk 15
Gabe Silva knocked out Kevin Ferguson in the second round at Brand Risk 15, while FaZe Temperrr suffered his fourth knockout loss in influencer boxing.
Douglas Transported To Hospital After UFC Sacramento KO
Lerryan Douglas was sent for precautionary CT scans after Jamall Emmers ended his six-fight win streak with a first-round knockout at UFC Sacramento on Aug. 22.
De Ridder Banks $360K For Dolidze Stoppage
Reinier de Ridder earned the biggest disclosed payday at UFC Sacramento, collecting $360,000 for his first-round finish of Roman Dolidze.
De Ridder Stops Dolidze After Two-Fight Skid
Reinier de Ridder avoided a third straight loss with a first-round finish of Roman Dolidze at UFC Sacramento on Saturday, snapping the worst stretch of his career.
Teófimo López beats Rolly Romero by MD on 23 August 2026
Teófimo López defeated Rolly Romero by MD on 23 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Mederos Stops Jones With Vicious Elbows At UFC Sacramento
MarQuel Mederos became the first fighter to finish Mason Jones, dropping him with a barrage of elbows in the second round at UFC Sacramento on Saturday night.
Cyborg Defends PFL Title, Calls Out Harrison And Shields
Cris Cyborg retained her PFL featherweight title against Ketlen Vieira at PFL Tampa, winning by unanimous decision before challenging Kayla Harrison and Claressa Shields.
Yoenli Hernandez beats Francisco Daniel Veron by MD on 22 August 2026
Yoenli Hernandez defeated Francisco Daniel Veron by MD on 22 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.