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UFC Fight Night – Israel Adesanya vs Joe Pyfer: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The middleweight matchup between Israel Adesanya and Joe Pyfer is a fascinating clash on Saturday’s UFC Fight Night card. Adesanya (24-5) has long been regarded as one of the most technically gifted strikers in the sport. With a background in kickboxing, Adesanya’s style is built on precision, timing, and elite-level distance management. […]
Chávez Jr.'s Next Fight Announced
Julio César Chávez Jr. will headline on April 25, 2026, from the Estadio Adolfo López Mateos in Mexico against Jhon Caicedo in a 10-round cruiserweight clash. Chavez looks to build on the momentum of his fourth-round knockout victory over Angel Julian Sacco this past January. The win was his first since a unanimous decision loss […]
What's Next For Ben Whittaker?
Ben Whittaker (10-0-1, 7 KOs) has a two-fight roadmap that will see him headline in the UK before making his US debut. Having signed a long-term deal with Eddie Hearn in October 2025, the light-heavyweight has only boxed once under the promotion. That was a first-round stoppage win against Benjamin Gavazi last November. Whittaker will […]
Sebastian Fundora vs Keith Thurman: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: PBC The super-welterweight showdown between Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman is for the WBC title. Fundora (23-1-1, 15 KO’s) is unlike almost any other fighter in boxing. Standing at around 6’6”, extraordinarily tall for a super welterweight, he brings a physical profile that immediately creates problems for opponents. But what makes Fundora truly […]
Moses Itauma Vs. Jermaine Franklin Breakdown
Moses Itauma will step into the ring to face Jermaine Franklin on Saturday, as preview the fight. The fight was postponed after Itauma suffered an undisclosed injury in training camp, meaning it did not happen in January. Itauma enters the ring with a nine-fight knockout streak. His most recent outing in August 2025 saw him […]
Pereira And Strickland Throw Hands During Sparring
Alex Pereira was seen trading with former rival Sean Strickland. The sparring session saw Strickland point directly at the center of the canvas—mimicking Max Holloway’s invitation to Justin Gaethje—before the two had a 10-second flurry of heavy combinations. Pereira’s high-intensity work with Strickland comes as he prepares to fight Ciryl Gane in the co-main event […]
Crawford Has Surgery – ‘Time To Recover'
Terence Crawford confirmed he has undergone a successful surgical procedure. Sharing a photo from his hospital bed, Crawford addressed his followers: “Surgery went great. Now it’s time to recover and get some rest. I hate going under, but I’m good everyone.” While he did not specify the nature of the surgery, the boxing community has […]
Holloway Emerges As Frontrunner For McGregor
Max Holloway is the primary candidate to face Conor McGregor for his long-awaited Octagon return. The rematch is reportedly being eyed for International Fight Week in Las Vegas in July. While McGregor recently teased fans on social media that “the rumors are true,” over his return, the prospect of a second fight with Holloway is […]
Is Jon Jones Being Treated Unfairly?
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has addressed Jon Jones‘ pay dispute with UFC CEO Dana White over the alleged negotiations for the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 card. The controversy centers on the June 14 event at the White House, where Jones claims he was offered a significantly reduced purse for a fight against Alex Pereira. Dana […]
Hearn Eyes MMA Expansion
Eddie Hearn announced his intention to expand beyond the boxing ring and into the cage, claiming the UFC has become “boring. The catalyst followed when White secured a $15 million fight agreement for Benn to make his Zuffa Boxing debut. Hearn admitted that losing Benn—a fighter he had represented for a decade—was “painful”. Following the […]
Pereira Shows Adesanya His Support
Alex Pereira has shown his support for Israel Adesanya, as the latter prepares to step back into the Octagon this Saturday at UFC Seattle. Pereira shared a poignant video of the moment Adesanya knocked him out at UFC 287. For the first time in his Hall of Fame-caliber career, the 36-year-old Adesanya finds himself on […]
Canelo Alvarez Launches "Canelo Media"
Canelo Alvarez has confirmed the launch of Canelo Media, a content company formed in partnership with Box to Box Films. Known for revolutionizing sports media with hit Netflix docuseries like Formula 1: Drive to Survive and Full Swing, Box to Box Films will collaborate with the Mexican to produce scripted and unscripted projects. Canelo detailed […]
House Of Representatives Passes Ali Revival Act
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act. The legislation, which now heads to the Senate, means that Unified Boxing Organizations (UBOs) could become a thing. The UBO can manage its own rankings, championship belts, and matchmaking without needing the approval of external organizations like the WBC, WBA, or […]
Who Is Shakur Stevenson's Toughest Opponent?
Shakur Stevenson identified William Zepeda as the opponent who pushed him the most. Prior to that summer clash, Stevenson had been bashed by critics who labeled his style as boring. To silence the noise, he made a tactical gamble that many thought would be his undoing: he chose to stand his ground and trade in […]
UFC Fight Night – Alexa Grasso vs Maycee Barber: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The flyweight showdown between Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber could have serious title implications on Saturday night. Grasso (16-5-1) has established herself as one of the most technically refined strikers in women’s MMA. The former champion built her success on clean boxing, excellent timing, and a calm, composed approach inside the cage. […]
Jai Opetaia Stripped Once Again
The IBF has declared its cruiserweight world title vacant, stripping Jai Opetaia. The decision stems from Opetaia’s participation in the Zuffa Boxing 04 main event on March 8, a bout the IBF deemed an “unsanctioned contest.” Despite the Aussie’s victory in the ring, he now finds himself without the IBF belt for the second time. […]
Teenage Boxer Sio Isis Wakes Up From Coma
Isis Sio, the junior flyweight, has woken up from her medically induced coma. The 19-year-old Sio is now speaking and breathing on her own after being successfully weaned off a ventilator. She remains under close observation in the Intensive Care Unit. It follows after Sio was caught in a corner by the undefeated Jocelyn Camarillo, […]
Volkanovski Responds To Evloev's Callout
Following Movsar Evloev’s majority decision victory over Lerone Murphy at UFC London on March 21, Alexander Volkanovski has responded to talk of a fight. The buildup has already taken a personal turn, with the 31-year-old Evloev using his post-fight platform to target the champion’s age. “Before he gets too old, let’s make it happen. I’m […]
Israel Adesanya Vs. Joe Pyfer Predictions – ‘He's Just Too Fast'
Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is set to face Joe Pyfer on Saturday, as pros picked their winner. Adesanya finds himself in the unfamiliar territory of a three-fight losing streak. Adesanya’s recent slump began with a decision loss to Sean Strickland in late 2023, followed by a fourth-round submission defeat to Dricus Du […]
Sebastian Fundora Vs. Keith Thurman Predictions – ‘He Is Special'
WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora defends his title against Keith Thurman, as pros picked their winner. Fundora is coming off a win in July 2025, where he stopped Tim Tszyu in the seventh. Standing at 6’5½” with an 80-inch reach, Fundora presents a tough match-up. For the 37-year-old Thurman, Saturday night is about proving […]