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UFC 324: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett continues on the prelims with a bout between Adam Fugitt and Ty Miller in the welterweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Fugitt-Miller prediction and pick. Adam Fugitt (10-5) enters UFC 324 off a brutal first-round KO loss to Islam Dulatov last July, […]

Ilia Topuria could be positioned to headline the historic UFC White House card if his ongoing legal issues can be resolved in time. The fight would come during a historic June 2026 event commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary—but nothing has been officially confirmed at this moment. Topuria will headline the White House card if his […]

After months of uncertainty surrounding the UFC lightweight title picture, Ilia Topuria emerged last week with what appeared to be concrete plans to return to the Octagon. The UFC lightweight champion announced he would make his comeback between April and June, setting his sights on the winner of this weekend’s interim lightweight title fight between […]

Dustin Poirier is convinced that Justin Gaethje possesses the tools to accomplish what oddsmakers view as the unthinkable at UFC 324: handing Paddy Pimblett his first UFC loss. The legendary interim lightweight champion didn’t merely pick Gaethje to win Saturday’s main event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas—he believes “The Highlight” will finish “The Baddy” […]

The heavyweight landscape just shifted into sharper focus. According to sources cited by Brunch Boxing, Deontay Wilder will square off against Derek Chisora in April 2026 in the United Kingdom, with a London press conference slated for the following week to formalize the matchup. ‼️ ⛓️‍💥 Breaking News Sources: Deontay Wilder Set to Return Against […]

The rumors are swirling, and the oddsmakers are already crunching numbers. Conor McGregor has emerged as the betting favorite at -150 odds against Jorge Masvidal (+130) for a potential blockbuster matchup on the UFC’s unprecedented White House card scheduled for June 14, 2026. Future Fights Opening Odds: Conor McGregor (-150) Jorge Masvidal (+130) https://t.co/NLek284GBM #FutureFights […]

Gable Steveson has done something no American before him has accomplished — winning Olympic gold in wrestling at just 20 years old. Since transitioning to MMA, the 25-year-old phenom has been even more ruthless, dismantling every opponent in devastating fashion. Now, at Mexico Fight League 3, Steveson enters uncharted waters against “Pandamonio” Lezama, a battle-tested […]

Oscar De La Hoya is holding firm that the highly anticipated clash between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron “Boots” Ennis remains on track, even as the undefeated junior middleweight finds himself locked in a legal battle with his longtime promoter. A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Vergil Ortiz to terminate his promotional contract […]

Michael Chiesa’s homecoming has finally arrived. After years of competing across the country, the veteran welterweight will step into the Octagon for what promises to be an emotional return to the Pacific Northwest when he faces Carlston Harris at UFC Seattle on March 28 at Climate Pledge Arena. For the Spokane Valley native, this moment […]

In a move that signals genuine ambition rather than hype, Dana White’s fledgling Zuffa Boxing promotion has secured its first marquee signing: undefeated IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia. The announcement on Friday represents a calculated entry into professional boxing—one that prioritizes credibility over noise, and established talent over untested prospects.​ $TKO holders, […]

The UFC’s highly anticipated White House event during President Trump’s birthday celebration in June has hit a significant roadblock, and it involves one of the most compelling trilogy storylines in bantamweight history. Merab Dvalishvili has revealed that the promotion explicitly informed him that a third fight against rival Petr Yan will not take place at […]

The UFC returns to Toyota Center in Houston on February 21st for UFC Houston, and the card is stacked with intriguing matchups that could shift several divisional landscapes. Among the standout preliminary bout announcements is rising lightweight Ramiz Brahimaj’s clash against striking specialist Punahele Soriano, a meeting that has drawn considerable attention from the MMA […]

The UFC’s anti-doping agency has handed down a significant suspension to UFC heavyweight Mohammed Usman, following a positive test for testosterone. Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced that Usman has accepted a 2-year and 6-month period of ineligibility for violations of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, a stark reminder of the consequences athletes face when they cross […]

The face of modern boxing is coming back — and he’s doing it on his own stage. His Excellency Turki Alalshikh has officially announced that former undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez will return to the ring on September 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, headlining a blockbuster card themed “Mexico against The World.” ‼️ BREAKING: […]

UFC President Dana White has effectively closed the door on a potential Conor McGregor versus Michael Chandler matchup for the promotion’s groundbreaking June 14 fight card at the White House South Lawn, dismissing the bout as yesterday’s news. In a recent interview, White characterized the matchup as outdated hype stemming from their 2023 Ultimate Fighter […]

UFC’s return to Mexico City on February 28 is steadily turning into a showcase of local talent and seasoned veterans, with Douglas Silva de Andrade set to face Javier Reyes in a newly added bantamweight bout. The event, branded UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Almabayev, goes down at Arena CDMX and streams on Paramount+, marking […]

The UFC’s return to the Pacific Northwest continues to shape up as one of the most compelling fight cards the promotion has offered in recent memory. On March 28 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington, the organization will showcase a diverse lineup of talent headlined by former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya’s much-anticipated comeback against […]

Rinya Nakamura’s march toward bantamweight relevance continues on March 14, when the Japanese standout meets Brazilian technician Luan Lacerda at UFC Vegas 114 inside the Meta APEX. Slotted on the promotion’s Paramount+ era slate, this matchup could be one to look out for on this sneaky good fight card on March 14th. Nakamura, a decorated […]

UFC Vegas 113 is shaping up as a pivotal night for the bantamweight division, and a big reason is the return of the Basharat brothers to the spotlight at the newly minted Meta APEX. Farid Basharat is already locked in for a high‑stakes matchup against Brazilian contender Jean Matsumoto, a clash that pits two of […]

The MMA world reeled on Wednesday as news broke that Kayla Harrison will miss UFC 324 due to a neck injury requiring immediate surgical intervention. The bantamweight champion underwent surgery to address herniated discs in her neck after consulting with UFC physicians in New York, forcing the postponement of what many consider the greatest women’s […]

In a crushing blow to UFC 324 and women’s MMA as a whole, bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison has been forced to withdraw from her historic showdown against Amanda Nunes on January 24 due to a significant neck injury requiring surgery. The news, first reported by The Eagle Tribune and has since been confirmed by Léo […]

The Professional Fighters League is bringing championship-level action to Spain for the first time, and the promotion has already stacked the card with compelling matchups ahead of Friday, March 20 at Madrid’s iconic Palacio Vistalegre. The headline attraction features a middleweight world title rematch between Costello “The Spaniard” van Steenis and Fabian Edwards—a bout that […]

Paulo Costa is moving up to light heavyweight to face the undefeated Azamat Murzakanov at UFC 327 on April 11 at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Yes, you read that correctly—the former middleweight title challenger is abandoning the 185-pound division to take on one of the division’s most dangerous finishers, and honestly, the intrigue surrounding […]

The Seattle Seahawks really put the pressure on the San Francisco 49ers in their Week 18 game. They held Kyle Shanahan’s high-powered offense to just three points and 173 total yards, which was the lowest output in any regular-season game under Shanahan since 2017. The comprehensive 13-3 victory gave the Seahawks the NFC’s #1 seed, […]

Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon on March 28 when he takes on surging contender Joe Pyfer in the main event of UFC Seattle at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. UFC CEO Dana White announced the highly anticipated matchup on Tuesday via social media, marking […]

The UFC has officially entered a new era. Dana White announced on Wednesday that the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas will be rebranded as The Meta Apex following a five-year naming rights partnership with Meta. This marks another significant expansion of the already robust technology collaboration between UFC and Meta’s parent company, strengthening the […]

By re-signing first baseman Josh Naylor to a five-year, $92.5 million contract, the Seattle Mariners made their biggest offseason move and added some much-needed power to their lineup. But the Mariners still have obvious holes to fill, especially in the infield, as spring training quickly draws near and games start on February 20. General manager […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have a limited amount of time to make their most crucial roster choice of the winter. The team is at a crucial point in their rebuilding process, with pitchers and catchers expected to report in just over three weeks. Although Nolan Arenado’s name has dominated trade talks for months, Brendan Donovan […]

After weeks of speculation, former title challenger Marlon “Chito” Vera has officially secured his spot on the UFC’s Mexico City card when he faces rising prospect David Martínez at Arena CDMX on February 28th. The bantamweight clash marks a crucial moment for both competitors as they battle for ranking implications in one of the division’s […]

San Francisco’s countdown to the season has started. Giants are still figuring out a second base situation with Spring Training just around the corner, and to shore up their infield for the future, the solution may very well entail trading a highly touted young pitcher. Carson Whisenhunt is a 25, year, old southpaw and probably […]

The Professional Fighters League is officially kicking off its 2026 U.S. campaign with a major stop in Pennsylvania, as PFL Pittsburgh takes over the UPMC Events Center on Saturday, March 28. Headlining the event is a high-stakes middleweight showdown between former world champion Johnny “Pressure” Eblen (16-1) and surging newcomer Bryan “The Butcher” Battle (12-2, […]

The Boston Red Sox are facing a unique, if somewhat complex, scenario as pitchers and catchers gear up to arrive in Fort Myers on February 10th. Craig Breslow is staring down a tough call. The Red Sox have a crowded outfield, boasting four players who could all start regularly, and a rotation that’s shaky after […]

The UFC’s light heavyweight division continues to shape its future as surging French prospect Oumar Sy will square off against seasoned veteran Ion “The Hulk” Cutelaba at UFC Vegas 114 on March 14 at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas. This intriguing matchup pits the rising French striker’s explosive momentum against a notoriously dangerous finisher. […]

The Chicago Cubs made big news when they signed Alex Bregman to a five, year, $175 million contract, a move that was their most aggressive in years and one that clearly signals that they are ready to compete in the National League Central. However, even before Bregman’s contract was officially signed, the Cubs were already […]

The UFC is bringing the fire back to London on March 21st, and the announcement of rising Polish light heavyweight prospect Iwo Baraniewski squaring off against former UFC heavyweight veteran Austen Lane has MMA insiders buzzing about what could be a statement-making performance by one of the promotion’s most explosive newcomers. Iwo Baraniewski will fight […]

The UFC’s return to Mexico City on February 28 has received a significant boost following the announcement of an intriguing lightweight matchup between rising prospect Daniel Zellhuber and seasoned veteran King Green. While the card is headlined by former two-time Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno’s clash with Kazakhstan’s Asu Almabayev, the addition of Zellhuber versus Green […]

The UFC’s return to Seattle on March 28 at Climate Pledge Arena is shaping up to be a stellar night for women’s flyweight action. As UFC Fight Night 271 continues to build its exciting lineup, the promotion has announced a compelling matchup between rising prospect Casey O’Neill and the dangerous Gabriella Fernandes in a women’s […]

The UFC Seattle lineup continues to take shape with an intriguing middleweight showdown set for the event in Seattle. Unbeaten prospect Mansur Abdul-Malik will face former Glory kickboxer Yousri Belgaroui on March 28 at Climate Pledge Arena in what promises to be a compelling clash of styles between two emerging contenders in the middleweight division. […]

The UFC women’s strawweight division continues to produce compelling matchups that captivate fans, and UFC Vegas 115 on April 4 will deliver another intriguing test in the form of a high-ranking bout between Virna Jandiroba and Tabatha Ricci at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.​ Virna Jandiroba will fight Tabatha Ricci at #UFCVegas115 on April […]