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Cormier On His Feud With Jones – ‘I’m Done Fighting Now'
Daniel Cormier says his feud with Jon Jones is over following the news they will compete as rival coaches on the third season of ALF Reality (often dubbed the “Russian TUF”). The announcement on January 5, 2026, was accompanied by a face-off, marking the first time the pair have shared a stage in years. Their […]
Valentina Shevchenko On The Critics
UFC flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko has fired back at critics of women’s MMA following the backlash over her recent title defense against Zhang Weili. The “Bullet” addressed the “trolls” who have labeled her matchups as “sluggish” or “boring,” arguing that fans often fail to appreciate the technical side of the sport. The criticism intensified after […]
Zhang Weili Eyes Immediate Title Shot
Zhang Weili’s head coach, John Wood, is calling for an immediate return to the strawweight division to challenge the new champion Mackenzie Dern. The move follows Zhang’s unsuccessful bid to become a two-division champion this past November, where she suffered a unanimous decision loss to flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko at UFC 322. Zhang vacated her […]
Topuria Told To Vacate His Title
Ilia Topuria’s break from the sport has raised questions over whether he should vacate his UFC Lightweight Title. Topuria, who became a two-division champion in June 2025 by knocking out Charles Oliveira at UFC 317, announced a break to manage what he describes as a “malicious extortion attempt” involving false allegations of domestic abuse. In […]
Bivol's Next Target Becomes Clearer
Dmitry Bivol is back in training with reports he is finalizing his return to the ring, with Germany’s IBF Michael Eifert as the next target. Bivol cemented his place in boxing history in February 2025 by defeating Artur Beterbiev via a majority decision. The win allowed him to avenge his only professional defeat and unify all […]
Alfredo Santiago vs Hendri Cedeno: Preview & Betting Tips
The upcoming bout between Alfredo Santiago and Hendri Cedeno may not command global headlines, but from a betting perspective it offers the kind of stylistic intrigue that often produces value. Santiago (17-2, 8 KO’s) enters the contest as the more seasoned professional. Over the course of his career, he has shared the ring with a […]
Zuffa Boxing's First Event Announced
Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing is officially launching its first event on January 23 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This debut marks the beginning of a broadcast partnership with Paramount+, occurring just one night before the first UFC event on the same platform. Led by White and TKO executive Nick Khan, the promotion plans […]
Anthony Joshua's Uncle Says He's Retired
Adedamola Joshua, the uncle of heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua, told the Nigerian newspaper ‘The Punch’ that the fighter has decided to retire from boxing. This follows a tragic car accident on December 29, 2025, in Nigeria, which Joshua survived with minor injuries but which claimed the lives of two of his closest friends and team […]
Canelo Returns To Training
Canelo Alvarez is back in the gym, but will he ever be the same? Just months after his loss to Terence Crawford and a subsequent surgery on his left elbow, Canelo Alvarez has officially begun his rehabilitation. New footage emerged showing the 35-year-old Mexican shadow-boxing, testing the arm that went under the knife on October […]
Garcia Passes Lie Detector Test to Deny Haney Doping Claims
In a bid to clear his name, Ryan Garcia recently underwent a voluntary lie detector test to address the doping scandal from his 2024 fight against Devin Haney. Garcia had tested positive for the banned substance Ostarine, which led to his victory being overturned to a No Contest and resulted in a one-year suspension from […]
Fans React To Usyk's Training Footage – ‘Look At This Monster'
Fans have reacted to Oleksandr Usyk’s latest training session, as the Ukrainian is back in the gym. The unified heavyweight champion vacated his WBO belt rather than facing Fabio Wardley, as questions remained over his next steps. The decision meant he was no longer undisputed, having become so for the second time at heavyweight, following […]
Gervonta Davis Names The Hardest Puncher – ‘It Felt Like There Were Bricks'
Gervonta Davis has long been regarded as one of boxing’s most devastating punchers, but Tank admitted Rolando Romero hits like a brick. Although Davis stopped Romero with a counter left hook in the sixth round of their 2022 encounter, he noted that the power Romero generated was enough to “hit me across the ring.” This […]
Pereira Starts 2026 With Gift For His Father
Alex Pereira gave back to his family, gifting his father a brand new golf cart to mark 2026. The UFC Light Heavyweight Champion shared a viral video surprising his father with the heartfelt gift. The clip shows Pereira gently covering his father’s eyes before revealing the vehicle, a gesture of gratitude for his father’s sacrifices […]
Subriel Matias Vs. Dalton Smith Predictions – ‘Too Classy For Him'
WBC junior welterweight champion Subriel Matias boxes Dalton Smith on January 10, 2026, as fans picked their winner. Matias makes his first defense since securing the belt against Alberto Puello via a majority decision in July 2025. The result was the first time the champion had won when going the distance. Meanwhile, Smith solidified his […]
McGregor Reportedly Teams Up The Trumps For A Major Move
Conor McGregor, through American Ventures LLC, a vehicle connected to Donald Trump Jr., has received a $23 million investment package for his Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited (MMA.INC) This is part of a $3 million private placement and a prospective $20 million in share purchases. Trump Jr. will be a Strategic Advisor to the company, […]
Dubois' Camp Eye Wardley Fight
Daniel Dubois is preparing for a return to the ring as his manager, Sam Jones, steers him toward a showdown with WBO Heavyweight Champion Fabio Wardley. This shift in focus comes as Dubois has reportedly withdrawn from the IBF title elimination process, choosing to bypass a mandatory clash with Frank Sanchez in favor of a […]
Subriel Matias vs Dalton Smith: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: DAZN. The upcoming showdown between Subriel Matias and Dalton Smith has all the ingredients of a high-stakes and a high-intensity WBC world title clash. Matias (23-2, 22 KO’s) is one of the most feared fighters at super-lightweight, and with good reason. His reputation is built on attrition. Matías doesn’t just try to beat […]
Agit Kabayel vs Damian Knyba: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: DAZN The heavyweight division rarely deals in subtleties, and the upcoming clash between Agit Kabayel and Damian Knyba is a perfect example of why betting on big men can be intriguing. Kabayel (26-0, 18 KO’s) enters this fight as one of the most underrated heavyweights in the division. Quietly effective and largely flying […]
Subriel Matias Vs. Dalton Smith Preview
Subriel Matias is set to defend his WBC junior welterweight title against Dalton Smith on January 10, 2026, as we preview this fight. The matchup serves as the first title defense for Matias since he captured the belt from Alberto Puello via a majority decision in July 2025. Smith, the former British and European champion, […]
Frank Warren Names His Boxer Of The Year
Frank Warren has named Fabio Wardley his Queensberry “Boxer of the Year” for 2025. Wardley’s standout year was defined by two massive underdog victories: a come-from-behind knockout of Justis Huni in June—where he trailed on all scorecards before a 10th-round finish—and a dominant 11th-round stoppage of Joseph Parker in October. The victories secured Wardley the […]