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Chimaev To Face Strickland In First Defense
Dana White has confirmed that undefeated middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev (15-0) will make his first title defense against Sean Strickland (30-7). The fight will headline UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This bout marks the first time “Borz” will put his gold on the line since his […]
Jaron Ennis Abandons Negotiations With Ortiz Jr.
Jaron Ennis has announced he is abandoning negotiations with Vergil Ortiz Jr. The collapse follows a decisive ruling in Nevada federal court that has essentially frozen negotiations. The court ruled in favor of Golden Boy Promotions, granting an injunction that has major implications for the 154-lb division. The court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) […]
Team Haney Hints At Garcia Rematch
Bill Haney hinted on social media that Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas could host the rematch against Ryan Garcia for September 5. Following his dominant February 21, 2026, victory over Mario Barrios—where he captured the WBC Welterweight title with a 30-second first-round knockdown—Garcia has insisted he is the “A-side.” His camp points to his massive […]
Stevenson Addresses Zuffa Boxing Rumors
Rumors suggest Shakur Stevenson (25-0, 11 KOs) has been targeted by Dana White’s newly launched Zuffa Boxing for a massive three-fight deal worth $60 million. If finalized, the 28-year-old Newark native would become the premier face of White’s centralized league. Fresh off the most clinical performance of his career—a 119-109 masterclass over Teofimo Lopez at […]
UFC Unveils Full Schedule Through June 14
Dana White finalized the promotion’s calendar for the second quarter, bridging the gap between now and the UFC Freedom 250 (White House) card on June 14. The following events are designed to set out a comprehensive schedule from now up to the White House, giving fans a comprehensive schedule. Here are the fights that fans […]
Fury On His Keys To Beating Usyk
As Tyson Fury prepares for his April 11 return against Arslanbek Makhmudov, the former WBC heavyweight champion has admitted that he likely cannot beat Oleksandr Usyk on the scorecards. Despite Usyk recently announcing a three-fight retirement plan that culminates in a December 2026 trilogy, Fury believes that boxing the Ukrainian to a decision is a […]
Pimblett Chooses Between Gaethje And Topuria
Despite being the man who lost to Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett is siding with him to beat UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria. The historic unification bout, set for June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn, pits the undefeated champion against the interim titleholder. Topuria has three consecutive knockouts over Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway (at UFC […]
Will Conor McGregor Ever Return?
Conor McGregor remains without a confirmed date for his return to the UFC, as fans await to see what is next. Following the reveal of the UFC Freedom 250 (White House) card on June 14, 2026, McGregor expressed profound frustration after being left off the historic six-bout lineup. For nearly two years, a clash between […]
Cormier Sides With Jon Jones
Daniel Cormier has reacted to Jon Jones’ request for release from his UFC contract. The friction started after UFC CEO Dana White excluded Jones from the UFC Freedom 250 (White House) card, shutting down Jones’ claims of active negotiations and suggesting the heavyweight champion is effectively retired due to medical issues. Despite their bitter history, […]
Henry Garcia Accuses Team Haney Of Ducking
Henry Garcia, father and trainer of Ryan Garcia, accused Devin Haney’s team of using drug-testing demands as a “smoke screen” to avoid a rematch. The comments come as negotiations for a September 2026 rematch to their 2024 no-contest have hit a standstill, with the Haney camp reportedly demanding “unprecedented” additional testing protocols. Henry Garcia argued […]
UFC Fight Night – Andre Fili vs Jose Delgado: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The featherweight matchup between Andre Fili and Jose Delgado is an exciting matchup on this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card. Fili (25-12, 1 NC) has been a familiar name in the UFC’s featherweight division for many years. Fighting out of the respected Team Alpha Male camp, Fili has faced a wide range […]
UFC Fight Night – Amanda Lemos vs Gillian Robertson: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The strawweight clash between Amanda Lemos and Gillian Robertson is the co-main event for this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card. Lemos (15-5-1) has established herself as one of the most powerful hitters in the strawweight division. While many fighters at 115 pounds rely on volume and movement, Lemos brings genuine knockout potential. […]
Ronda Rousey Vs. Gina Carano Presser
Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano held their pre-fight presser ahead of their May 16 clash. Rousey’s fighting career halted in December 2016 following a first-round loss to Amanda Nunes, which came a year after her upset defeat to Holly Holm. Between MMA stints, Rousey, now 39, captured multiple titles in the WWE before departing the […]
Dmitry Bivol's 2026 Targets
Unified light heavyweight Dmitry Bivol has mapped out a triple-header for 2026. After a 15-month absence caused by back surgery, Bivol is ready to re-establish his dominance, starting with a mandatory obligation. Bivol’s first order of business is a mandatory title defense against Michael Eifert. This matchup was delayed several times while Bivol recovered, but […]
IBF Strips Janibek Over Failed VADA Test
The IBF has removed Janibek Alimkhanuly as middleweight champion following a doping violation involving meldonium last year. The downfall began in November 2025 during the lead-up to the unification bout against Erislandy Lara. Testing conducted by VADA flagged Alimkhanuly’s A-sample for the prohibited metabolic modulator. Upon further investigation, the B-sample confirmed the initial findings, leaving […]
Hearn Vows To Secure Croke Park For Katie Taylor’s Finale
Eddie Hearn has doubled on Katie Taylor’s retirement fight being at Croke Park. The Matchroom Boxing promoter declared the stadium his absolute priority for Taylor’s swan song, which is being targeted for July or August 2026. Taylor, now 39, confirmed in February that 2026 will be her final year in the ring. She has only […]
Holloway Reacts To His Oliveira Loss – ‘No Excuses'
Max Holloway addressed the loss of his BMF title to Charles Oliveira at UFC 326 last weekend. Oliveira put on a dominant grappling display to sweep the scorecards 50-45 and avenge the loss in the first Holloway fight. Holloway, known for his high-volume striking, was never allowed to find his rhythm, spending over 20 minutes […]
Oliveira Dethrones Holloway To Become BMF Champ
Charles Oliveira dominated Max Holloway to claim the BMF Championship. Headlining UFC 326, all three judges turned in identical scorecards of 50-45. Oliveira utilized a relentless grappling-heavy game plan that completely neutralized Holloway’s striking. Oliveira set the tone in the opening minute with leg kicks followed by a transition to a takedown. He spent the […]
Canelo On His Retirement – ‘Maybe Two Years'
Canelo Alvarez revealed that he expects to remain active for at least two more years before retiring. Canelo is coming off a loss to Terence Crawford last September, which cost him his Undisputed Super Middleweight Title. Alvarez recently signed a four-fight agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh and Riyadh Season. After a lengthy layoff following […]
Shakur Hints At 135 Move Again – ‘I May Go Back'
After beating Teofimo Lopez in January to become a four-division champion, Shakur Stevenson is ready for the big fight. However, in doing so, Stevenson suggested that his future at lightweight may not be over. After beating Lopez, the WBC stripped Shakur of his belt at 135. There were reports that Shakur refused to pay a […]