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Eric Nicksick, coach of former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, recently shared updates on Ngannou's state of mind and career during an interview with Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour on July 1, 2024. Ngannou, who suffered the tragic loss of his 15-month-old son in April, is slowly finding his way back to a sembl…
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On June 28, 2024, Lamont Roach (25-1-1) successfully defended his WBA World Super-Featherweight title against Feargal McCrory (16-1) at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington D.C. The event, hosted by ProBox Promotions, ended with a referee stoppage in the eighth round. Roach dominated the fight, knocking McC…
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Oleksandr Usyk, the undisputed world heavyweight champion, has vacated his IBF title to facilitate a rematch with Tyson Fury. This decision opens the door for Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua to fight for the now-vacant title in September. Usyk, who recently held the IBF, WBO, WBA, and WBC belts after defeating Fury, i…
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According to a report from MMAfighting.com, Lorenzo Hunt, the ex-champion of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), has been handed an 18-month suspension and a $40,000 fine following a positive drug test for a banned substance and elevated testosterone levels. The suspension and fine were imposed during a Californ…
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Ryan Garcia's victory over Devin Haney, who was undefeated prior to their April 20, 2024, bout, has been ruled a no-contest. This decision comes after Garcia tested positive for the banned performance-enhancing drug ostarine. The New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) confirmed the ruling, which also reinstates Han…
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In an exciting development for combat sports fans, Jake "The Problem Child" Paul is set to face "Platinum" Mike Perry in an eight-round boxing match on July 20 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The fighters will don 10-ounce gloves. Perry, known for his success in bare-knuckle fighting at BKFC, is coming off an impres…
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Conor McGregor's comeback bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29 has been cancelled due to an injury suffered by McGregor just before a Dublin press conference. UFC President Dana White confirmed the news, leading to a new main event: Alex Pereira will face Jiří Prochazka for the light heavyweight title. D…
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The highly anticipated "5 vs 5, Queensberry vs. Matchroom" boxing event takes place on Saturday June 1, 2024 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring several big fights. The main card includes: Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry) Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroo…
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The boxing world is buzzing as Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk prepare to collide for the undisputed heavyweight championship this Saturday in Riyadh. With both fighters undefeated, something has to give in this generational clash. During a relaxed open workout, the ever-entertaining Fury danced and sang, oozing confiden…
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UFC 300 delivered an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts action, showcasing the relentless spirit of fighters and the electrifying atmosphere of the Octagon. From jaw-dropping knockouts to gritty submissions, the event captivated fans worldwide. However, it wasn't just the fights that had the MMA community buzzin…
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As UFC 300 approaches, fans are gearing up for an electrifying night of fights at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Headlining the event is a clash between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill, with Pereira favored at -130 and Hill at +110. In another highly anticipated matchup, Justin Gaethje (-155) takes on Max Holloway (+13…
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The clash between Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland, initially uncertain, is now back on track. Despite earlier doubts about the fight materializing, Sean Strickland has successfully negotiated with the UFC, ensuring the bout will take place at a later date. Paulo Costa, coming off a decision loss to Robert Whittaker on…
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José Aldo, the former UFC featherweight champion, is gearing up to make a comeback to MMA after a brief stint in professional boxing during his retirement. Following his departure from the octagon, Aldo ventured into boxing, securing victories in exhibition and professional bouts. Notably, he defeated Emmanuel Zambrano…
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Sean O'Malley, the reigning UFC Bantamweight Champion, is preparing to defend his title against Merab Dvalishvili, the division's top contender with an impressive 10-fight win streak. O'Malley confirmed Dvalishvili as his next opponent following his victory over Marlon Vera at UFC 299. In a statement on his TimboSugarS…
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Ian Garry, the rising welterweight sensation, has shut down the idea of facing Michael 'Venom' Page, citing a significant gap in their rankings as the determining factor. Despite Page's recent transition to the UFC and an impressive victory over Kevin Holland, Garry remains uninterested. "His number is not higher than…
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Conor McGregor, the renowned Irish mixed martial artist, continues to make headlines, both in the octagon and beyond. Amidst talks of his potential next fight and his recent appearance alongside Hollywood star Jake Gyllenhaal, McGregor’s fans are eager for updates on his career trajectory. Initially, McGregor had annou…
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Jorge Masvidal's Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA has officially announced its first World Championship Fight scheduled for March 2nd at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. The headline bout features former UFC champion Junior Dos Santos facing off against Alan Belcher in a 5-round Heavyweight showdown. Dos Santos, a former UF…
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UFC President Dana White has officially announced two headline-worthy matchups. UFC 299 Co-Main Event: Poirier vs. Saint Denis On March 9, 2024, former interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier is set to face Benoît Saint Denis in a 5-round co-main event. Poirier, seeking redemption after a tough 2023, will go up aga…
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Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is set to make his return to the boxing ring, targeting his first professional boxing victory against heavyweight star Anthony Joshua. The 10-round match is scheduled for March 9 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as reported by MMA Junkie. Ngannou's boxing career gained attention…
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Naoya Inoue, who holds the WBO and WBC titles, defeated Marlon Tapales, the WBA and IBF champion, in the tenth round to become the undisputed super bantamweight champion. This win makes Inoue only the second male boxer in the four-belt era to achieve undisputed status in a second weight class, joining Terence Crawford.…
Read more →The historic UFC 300 event promises thrilling matchups. While the main event is yet to be unveiled, the following matchups were already announced: Aljamain Sterling vs. Calvin Kattar Sterling makes his featherweight debut, moving up from bantamweight after losing the title. Jiri Prochazka vs. Aleksandar Rakic Prochazka…
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