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Usyk vacates belts: 'This is not the end of the story'
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his world heavyweight belts, calling the decision well-considered and insisting his story is not over. The Ukrainian's next move remains unclear.
Dana White defends Joe Rogan from firing demands: 'Loyalty matters'
UFC CEO Dana White says he has refused calls from wealthy figures demanding he fire longtime commentator Joe Rogan, citing years of unpaid work and loyalty.
PFL San Diego weigh-ins complete: AJ McKee on weight
AJ McKee weighed 145.6 pounds for his Saturday return against Salamat Isbulaev. One fighter missed the bantamweight limit by 1.6 pounds.
Joe Lauzon signs with BKFC, debuts at Fenway Park in August
The 27-fight UFC veteran returns to competition after nearly seven years with a bare-knuckle debut at Boston's Fenway Park on Aug. 29.
UFC Baku betting lock: Sadykhov vs Camilo Under 2.5 Rounds
MMA Mania projects Nazim Sadykhov vs Matheus Camilo to finish early at UFC Baku on Saturday, pointing to the Azerbaijani's 91 percent finish rate.
Matheus Camilo unfazed by Baku crowd ahead of UFC clash with Nazim Sadykhov
Camilo expects the pressure to fall on Sadykhov's shoulders when they meet in front of 10,000 fans at UFC Baku on Saturday, despite fighting in hostile territory.
Usyk vacates world titles, says move opens new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk vacates his world heavyweight titles, telling BBC Sport the decision will open new opportunities and is not the end of his story.
UFC Freedom 250 draws 34 million global viewers in record U.S. night
UFC Freedom 250 pulled 34 million viewers worldwide and set a new benchmark as the most-watched UFC event in U.S. history, the promotion announced.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'well-considered' step toward new opportunities
Oleksandr Usyk says his belt vacation is a deliberate step toward new opportunities. The heavyweight champion insists this is not the end of his story.
Oleksandr Usyk vacates heavyweight belts for retirement fight
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will relinquish his WBA, WBC and IBF titles to pursue one final bout before retiring at 40.
Gervonta Davis stripped to 'champion in recess' by WBA
Gervonta Davis has been named 'champion in recess' by the WBA, clearing Floyd Schofield and Lucas Bahdi to fight for the vacant lightweight title.
Mayweather vs Pacquiao rematch postponed amid double-sold chaos
Floyd Mayweather's return bout against Manny Pacquiao has been pushed back from September after the same fight was reportedly sold to two separate promoters.
UFC White House draws 34 million viewers worldwide
The June 14 White House event pulled 34 million global viewers, with Spain and France totals still pending. Justin Gaethje stopped Ilia Topuria in the main event.
Ariane Lipski eyes PFL title after turbulent UFC run
Former KSW champion Ariane Lipski believes her best years are ahead after a 6-8 UFC stint marred by nine canceled or postponed bouts.
Usyk calls belt vacation 'well-considered', promises more to come
Oleksandr Usyk says his belt vacation is 'well-considered' and vows his story continues. The former undisputed heavyweight champion spoke to BBC Sport.
Ilara Joanne details path from cleaning bathrooms to PFL
Brazilian featherweight Ilara Joanne worked security, pizzerias and janitorial jobs before her PFL San Diego bout against Shannon Clark on June 27.
Usyk vacates heavyweight belts, vows 'continuation lies ahead'
Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his heavyweight titles, calling the decision well-considered and promising a continuation lies ahead for the former unified champion.
Usyk vacates heavyweight titles to clear path for contenders
Oleksandr Usyk says he will vacate all his heavyweight titles to allow the next contenders to fight for them, ending his unified reign at the top of the division.
LIVE: Manuel Torres vs Rafael Fiziev — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Manuel Torres vs Rafael Fiziev at UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs Torres. Cards refresh every round.
LIVE: Rafael Fiziev vs Manuel Torres — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Rafael Fiziev vs Manuel Torres at UFC Baku 2. Cards refresh every round.