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Jake Paul's Lavish $40 Million Purchase
After pocketing a big payday following his clash with Mike Tyson in 2024, Jake Paul has purchased “Southlands,” a 5,746-acre tract in Decatur County. Paul explained that the vast majority of the funds came directly from his Netflix-partnered bout with Tyson, as he paid a reported $39 million. The property has a two-mile circuit for […]
White Questions Hearn's Criticism – ‘What Are You Talking About?'
The respect between Dana White and Eddie Hearn may be coming to an end, as Dana questioned Hearn’s recent criticism. As the UFC CEO prepares for the January 23 debut of Zuffa Boxing, the have been engaging in a war of words. White expressed surprise at Hearn’sopposition to Zuffa’s entry into the market, suggesting that […]
Arman Tsarukyan Eyes Michael Chandler Bout
Arman Tsarukyan secured a win on his RAF 05 debut, beating four-time NCAA All-American Lance Palmer, as he eyed a fight with Michael Chandler. Tsarukyan secured a 10-0 technical fall victory, as he secured a dominant win. Arman’s decision to stay active is fueled by his desire to stay ready in case a UFC fight […]
Is Zab Judah Coming Back?
Two-division champ Zab Judah recently expressed his desire for a showdown with Manny Pacquiao. Judah, now 48, has been away from the ring since a 2019 stoppage loss to Cletus Seldin, which resulted in a brain injury and subsequent surgery. However, Judah has reassured fans that he is in peak health, claiming that recent CAT […]
De La Hoya Lays Out The Terms For Ortiz Vs. Ennis
Oscar De La Hoya has drawn a line in the sand for a 154-pound clash between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron Ennis. The Golden Boy Promotions CEO issued a final offer to Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn: a 60-40 purse split in favor of Ortiz, with an additional 5% bonus going to the winner. De La Hoya […]
Smith Stops Matias To Become New WBC Champ
Dalton Smith stopped Subriel Matias in the fifth round to become the new WBC Junior Welterweight Champion. Matias was making the first defense of his belt. He had been rocked by an “atypical finding” for the performance-enhancing substance Ostarine in a VADA test. However, after an investigation by the WBC and the New York State […]
Kabayel Stops Knyba In The Third
WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel retained his belt by stopping Damian Knyba in the third round, as you can see how the fight played out live. Kabayel entered the ring with massive momentum, having stopped three consecutive world-class opponents—Arslanbek Makhmudov, Frank Sanchez, and Zhilei Zhang. The victory for Kabayel stamps his mandatory challenger status […]
PFL's Peter Murray Leaves – What's Next?
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) officially announced that CEO Peter Murray is departing the organization after an eight-year tenure. The departure marks the final phase of a leadership transition that began in July 2025. At that time, Murray moved to the role of CEO of PFL International, while former Turner Broadcasting and Time Warner executive […]
Grasso Vs. Barber Rematch Being Planned
Former UFC flyweight champ Alexa Grasso and Maycee Barber are reportedly set to rematch at UFC Seattle on March 28. The bout is expected to take place at the Climate Pledge Arena, as Grasso won the first encounter by a unanimous decision. This rematch carries massive title implications for a division currently ruled by Valentina […]
Agit Kabayel Vs. Damian Knyba Predictions – ‘Expect An Early Stoppage'
WBC interim heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel boxes Damian Knyba, as fans picked their winner. Kabayel secured his biggest win by stopping Zhilei Zhang in February 2025. That victory followed his stoppage wins over Arslanbek Makhmudov and Frank Sanchez. As for Knyba, he has racked up three victories on the spin, most recently a seventh-round TKO […]
Walsh Vs. Ocampo Headlines Zuffa Boxing's First Event
Dana White has announced Zuffa Boxing’s first main event, confirming that Callum Walsh will face Carlos Ocampo on January 23 from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The card will stream exclusively on Paramount+, as part of Zuffa’s broadcast deal with the platform. The card is also before the UFC’s first card on the same […]
Fans React To Wladimir Klitschko Sparring Footage – ‘This Is Impressive'
Wladimir Klitschko shared some sparring footage, raising questions over whether he would make a comeback to boxing. For years, Klitschko has been open about his obsession with George Foreman’s historic feat. In 1994, the 45-year-old Foreman shocked the world by knocking out Michael Moorer to become the oldest heavyweight champion in history. Now approaching his […]
Rolando Romero Given An Ultimatum
The WBA has pulled the plug on Rolando Romero’s plans for a lucrative fight against Manny Pacquiao, ordering the champion to defend his welterweight title against Shakhram Giyasov instead. The ruling, issued on January 9, 2026, ends months of speculation and leaves Romero (17-2, 13 KOs) with a career-defining choice: step into the ring with […]
Strickland Bashes UFC Over Du Plessis Rematch
Sean Strickland has broken his silence by accusing the UFC of pressuring him into accepting a rematch against Dricus du Plessis, despite being injured. The former middleweight champion revealed that just weeks before the UFC 312 main event in February 2025, he was involved in a motorcycle accident while riding with motocross athlete Axell Hodges. […]
Sonnen Asks If Gaethje Is Hiding A Staph Infection
Chael Sonnen is refusing to buy Justin Gaethje’s explanation for a suspicious neck wound, suggesting “The Highlight” could have a staph infection just two weeks out from his interim title fight at UFC 324. The controversy erupted after a photo went viral of Justin. Fans were quick to point out a red, inflamed lesion on […]
UFC 324 – Alex Perez vs Charles Johnson: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/i/status/1995917031536034120 The upcoming flyweight matchup between Alex Perez and Charles Johnson is one of those fights that might fly under the radar, but it carries a lot of intrigue. Perez (25-10) is the more familiar name to long-time UFC viewers. A former title challenger, Perez once looked like a fixture near the top […]
UFC 324 – Natalia Silva vs Rose Namajunas: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/i/status/1996337085331177604 The upcoming flyweight clash between Natalia Silva and Rose Namajunas represents a fascinating stylistic matchup at UFC 324. Silva (19-5-1) represents the opposite end of the momentum spectrum. She is riding a wave of strong performances that have showcased her speed, cardio, and aggressive yet controlled striking. Namajunas (15-7) enters the fight […]
Prince Naseem Hamed Biopic Hits The Movie Screens
The long-awaited biopic Giant officially makes its debut in UK cinemas today, January 9, 2026, bringing the story of “Prince” Naseem Hamed to the big screen. Produced by Sylvester Stallone, the film is set for a North American release this March via Vertical. The narrative focuses on the relationship with his mentor, the late Brendan […]
Joshua Speaks Out After His Fatal Car Accident
Anthony Joshua has made a public statement in the aftermath of his car accident, which took the lives of his two friends: Sina Ghami (his strength and conditioning coach) and Latif “Latz” Ayodele (his personal trainer). Joshua was involved in a car accident on December 29, while he was in Nigeria. He was there on […]
Dana White Drops Major UFC White House Plans
Dana White has revealed the UFC’s attendance plans for their June 14 White House event. The card is expected to be the biggest in the UFC’s history, with suggestions that it could feature 7 title fights. While that may be the case, White has said no talks over which fighters feature will begin until February. […]