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Verhoeven says apology is enough after Usyk stoppage controversy
Rico Verhoeven says he wants only an apology after the controversial stoppage against Oleksandr Usyk and will not demand a rematch at heavyweight.
Verhoeven cites Usyk parallel in WBC title shot defence
Rico Verhoeven compared his kickboxing dominance to Oleksandr Usyk's boxing career to justify his WBC bridgerweight ranking after twelve years as champion.
Joshua declares 'I'm back where I belong' ahead of return
Anthony Joshua says he is back where he belongs as the former heavyweight champion prepares to face Kristian Prenga in his comeback fight.
Azim thanks fans after Claggett victory, calls camp 'extra hard'
Adam Azim says he trained 'extra hard' for 12 weeks ahead of his light welterweight victory over Steve Claggett, thanking British and Pakistani fans for their support.
Exodus Named UFC's First Official Payments Partner
Exodus Movement has secured a long-term deal as UFC's inaugural Official Payments Partner, with Octagon branding at U.S. events and integration at UFC Freedom 250.
Joshua says crash perspective 'humbling' as he stands for families
Anthony Joshua says the car crash aftermath brought humbling perspective, telling BBC Sport he stands strong for the parents affected by life's challenges.
Makhachev Confirms August Return Plan
Islam Makhachev has confirmed he will be ready to return to the Octagon in August, with Ian Machado Garry identified as the frontrunner for his first welterweight title defence following a hand injury that delayed the champion's initial plans.
Hearn Expects Stevenson To Join Zuffa
Eddie Hearn has revealed he expects Shakur Stevenson to sign with Zuffa Boxing, while raising pointed questions about whether Dana White's promotion can sustain the financial model that has made it such an attractive destination for elite fighters.
Topuria Fires Back At Gaethje's Father
Ilia Topuria has responded to comments made by Justin Gaethje's father ahead of their lightweight title unification bout at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.
Ben Askren Returns to Competition At RAF 11
Less than a year after undergoing a double lung transplant following a severe bout of pneumonia that left him in a coma for 45 days, Ben Askren has announced he will face former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad at RAF 11 on July 18 in Milwaukee.
Covington Leaves Door Open For UFC Return
Colby Covington has walked back the finality of his UFC retirement, admitting the decision is far from settled and making clear that if he does return to MMA competition, it will only be inside the Octagon.
Billam-Smith: Weigh-in staredowns give me adrenaline boost
Chris Billam-Smith says weigh-in staredowns give him an adrenaline boost rather than unsettling him ahead of cruiserweight fights, speaking to Sky Sports.
Joshua on loss perspective: 'Life is humbling at times'
Anthony Joshua says life has been humbling after a car crash but stands strong as he eyes a return to boxing in the heavyweight division.
Joshua says car crash tragedy taught him life is humbling
Anthony Joshua tells BBC Sport that tragedy brings perspective a fighter never overcomes, calling himself a soldier who stands strong for grieving parents.
Joshua on standing strong after tragedy ahead of ring return
Anthony Joshua says he has gained perspective after tragedy but stands strong for the families affected as he prepares his boxing return.
Joshua on tragedy: 'You never overcome it but you gain perspective'
Anthony Joshua says the car crash tragedy taught him perspective: 'You never overcome it but you gain perspective in life,' the heavyweight told BBC Sport.
Anthony Joshua says boxing is 'therapeutic' after car crash
Anthony Joshua tells ESPN boxing is 'therapeutic' and gives him purpose as he plans his return to the ring after a recent car crash.
Eddie Hearn calls on UFC to release Tom Aspinall, offers triple pay
Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn has publicly demanded UFC president Dana White release heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, promising at least triple his current earnings.
UFC Monthly Report May 2026: Haddon, Ardelean, Asakura Win Top Awards
Cody Haddon earned Breakout Performance for his bantamweight win over Aoriqileng at UFC Macau, while Alice Ardelean delivered the first capsule lock submission in UFC history.
O'Shaquie Foster says sparring sessions with Shakur Stevenson were one-sided
O'Shaquie Foster insists his sparring sessions with Shakur Stevenson were one-sided, saying the unified champion knows exactly what happened in the gym.