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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Let's do it': Deontay Wilder targets Anthony Joshua fight after beating Chisora

Deontay Wilder called out Anthony Joshua for a long-awaited heavyweight matchup after his victory over Derek Chisora.
#uae
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

At least one killed at UAE's Habshan gas facility after intercepted attack

Significant damage occurred at UAE's Habshan gas facility due to air defense interception, resulting in one death and several injuries.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

At least one killed at UAE's Habshan gas facility after intercepted attack

Significant damage occurred at UAE's Habshan gas facility due to air defense interception, resulting in one death and several injuries.
#mma
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

PFL: Road to Dubai - Usman Nurmagomedov Submits Alfie Davis, Retains Title

Usman Nurmagomedov retained control by outkicking, executing spinning strikes, and securing takedowns to dominate Alfie Davis at PFL: Road to Dubai.
MMA
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Make these fights, UFC: Makhachev-Topuria, Jones-Pereira and more

Topuria vs. Makhachev is the most exciting potential fight for 2026 despite weight changes, divisional complications, and legitimate matchup concerns.
MMA
fromCageside Press
18 hours ago

UFC Vegas 115: Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Stays Perfect, Subs Brendson Ribeiro

Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev submitted Brendson Ribeiro in the first round, extending his unbeaten MMA record to nine.
MMA
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

MMA madness: Which heavyweight would win a 16-man tournament?

Hypothetical MMA heavyweight tournament features top fighters, including Ngannou and Pereira, with predictions on match outcomes by experts.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Joe Pyfer Believes Adesanya Is The Middleweight GOAT

Pyfer considers Adesanya the greatest middleweight of all time, surpassing legends like Anderson Silva due to his dominance over modern fighters.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

India news: New Delhi urges Hormuz reopening at summit

India emphasizes the importance of freedom of navigation in international waterways amid the Middle East crisis.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Asian Champions League quarterfinal sends Iran's Tractor FC to Saudi Arabia

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) held the draw on Wednesday to determine the quarterfinal pairings, a day after announcing that the western zone playoffs that were postponed because of the war in the Middle East have been rescheduled for April 13-14 in Jeddah.
Soccer (FIFA)
#ufc
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fromCageside Press
3 days ago

Joel Alvarez vs. Yaroslav Amosov Set for UFC 328

Yaroslav Amosov will face Joel Alvarez at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, NJ.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Arman Tsarukyan calls for new names at top of lightweight division

Arman Tsarukyan advocates for new lightweight fighters to compete against top contenders instead of allowing veterans to dominate opportunities.
MMA
fromCageside Press
21 hours ago

UFC Vegas 115: Alice Pereira Knees Ends Hailey Cowan's Night

Alice Pereira achieved her first UFC victory by knocking out Hailey Cowan with a knee in the second round at UFC Vegas 115.
MMA
fromCageside Press
19 hours ago

Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira Shifts from UFC 327 to UFC 328

The flyweight title fight between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira has been rescheduled to UFC 328 due to an undisclosed injury to Van.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 days ago

Brendson Ribeiro Brings Urgency Into Clash With Rising Yakhyaev

Ribeiro emphasizes the urgency and importance of his upcoming fight to prove his worth in the UFC.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 days ago

UFC Macau update: Kai Asakura to face fighter who collapsed at UFC 324 weigh-ins

One of the two UFC fighters will end their losing streak at UFC Macau on May 30.
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fromCageside Press
3 days ago

Joel Alvarez vs. Yaroslav Amosov Set for UFC 328

Yaroslav Amosov will face Joel Alvarez at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, NJ.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Arman Tsarukyan calls for new names at top of lightweight division

Arman Tsarukyan advocates for new lightweight fighters to compete against top contenders instead of allowing veterans to dominate opportunities.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Calandagan to race in Dubai's Sheema Classic despite conflict in the Gulf

Calandagan, the top-rated Flat horse, will compete in the Sheema Classic in Dubai despite regional conflicts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Sabalenka may avoid championships in Dubai after ridiculous' comment

I think it's ridiculous, Sabalenka said during her pre-tournament press conference at the Miami Open. I don't think he showed himself in the best way possible. For me it's actually so sad to see that the tournament directors and the tournaments are not protecting us as a player. They just care about their sellings, about their tournament and that's it.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Iran will play World Cup games in US - Infantino

Iran will be at the World Cup. We're delighted because they're a very, very strong team, I'm very happy. The matches will be played where they are supposed to be, according to the draw.
World news
MMA
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Video: Ex-UFC champ Conor McGregor competes in exhibition boxing match

Conor McGregor made a surprise appearance in an exhibition boxing match, sparking speculation about his imminent return to competitive fighting.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 days ago

Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Backs Khamzat Chimaev, Eyes Win at UFC Vegas 115

Yakhyaev praises the fighting spirit of Chechen fighters and predicts Khamzat Chimaev will win his upcoming bout.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It's come at the wrong time': how Iran war has floored the Gulf as a sports hub

The Gulf's sports project faces fragility due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, impacting major sporting events and economies.
#khamzat-chimaev
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Reinier de Ridder Believes Khamzat Chimaev Will Thrive at Light Heavyweight

Khamzat Chimaev's elite wrestling could allow him to succeed at light heavyweight despite size disadvantages in a division lacking strong wrestlers.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Khamzat Chimaev Targets UFC White House Event for 'Poatan' Fight

Khamzat Chimaev is publicly calling out Alex Pereira and pressing for a fight at the UFC White House event targeted for June 14.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Khamzat Chimaev refuses to be put on same pedestal as former UFC champs

Khamzat Chimaev humbly acknowledges his single title win compared to T.J. Dillashaw and Demetrious Johnson's combined 20 title victories.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Video: Arman Tsarukyan finds Khamzat Chimaev gaming during fight camp

Khamzat Chimaev plays online video games with his entire team during fight camp preparation for his UFC 328 middleweight title defense against Sean Strickland.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Arman Tsarukyan: Khamzat Chimaev immediately offered backup after RAF Brawl

Khamzat Chimaev offered to fly to Arizona to support Arman Tsarukyan after a brawl at RAF 6, but Tsarukyan declined, believing the two together would be dangerous.
#islam-makhachev
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Islam Makhachev reacts to photo of Ilia Topuria and Michael Morales

Islam Makhachev hints at a potential matchup with Michael Morales after his cryptic response to a photo with Ilia Topuria.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Islam Makhachev reacts to photo of Ilia Topuria and Michael Morales

Islam Makhachev hints at a potential matchup with Michael Morales after his cryptic response to a photo with Ilia Topuria.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Arman Tsarukyan booked against UFC Hall of Famer in RAF 8 co-main event

Arman Tsarukyan will face Urijah Faber at Real American Freestyle 8 on April 18 in Philadelphia.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

If You Hate Dubai

An Iranian drone strike on Dubai's financial center has damaged the city's reputation as a safe commercial hub, prompting schadenfreude from critics who view Dubai's vulnerability as comeuppance for its image-focused development.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Aljamain Sterling believes Israel Adesanya's reflexes have slowed down

Aljamain Sterling believes Israel Adesanya's reaction time and fighting strategy have declined, impacting his recent performances in the octagon.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

After watching UFC 326, Arman Tsarukyan calls Max Holloway 'done'

Arman Tsarukyan believes Max Holloway is past his prime and unable to defend against takedowns, indicating a decline in his performance.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Dubai, oasis for business and partying, confronts war

Iranian drone and missile attacks on Persian Gulf nations, particularly Dubai, threaten the region's carefully cultivated image as stable, wealthy business and tourism centers.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Sean O'Malley admits to being jealous of Ilia Topuria's latest sponsorship deal

Sean O'Malley expressed jealousy over Ilia Topuria's partnership with Richard Mille but acknowledged Topuria's deserving success.
MMA
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

'Definitely not my final chapter': A refreshed Israel Adesanya isn't done yet

Adesanya remains motivated despite stepping down from pay-per-view events, enjoying a fight night atmosphere and pursuing personal passions outside of fighting.
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Daniel Cormier Picks Better Football Player Between Nurmagomedov, Makhachev

Cormier immediately called out both of them for not following any rules. Cormier noted that their famous games of Dagestani basketball is a mixture of rugby and basketball with almost no rules. Cormier would preferably not include them on any team as they would try to modify the rules according to their convenience. However, if bound to choose, Cormier would pick Nurmagomedov, whom he sees as the bigger and rougher one.
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fromBleacher Nation
1 month ago

WTA Dubai, UAE Schedule Tuesday, February 17: Matchups & TV/Live Stream Info - Bleacher Nation

Three Round of 32 matches at WTA Dubai on February 17 feature Alexandra Eala vs Jasmine Paolini and are available live on the Tennis Channel via Fubo.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Determined' McGregor dismisses Saudi links

Callum McGregor commits to staying at Celtic, rejects transfer rumours, and vows to lead the club's fight to reclaim top position in Scotland despite recent struggles.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Islam Makhachev refutes Dustin Poirier's allegations regarding weight

Dustin Poirier claims UFC records show Islam Makhachev weighed 190 pounds on fight night, but Makhachev denies ever exceeding 176 pounds.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Youssef Zalal shares prediction for UFC London main event

Movsar Evloev will defeat Leron Murphy at UFC London by leveraging superior wrestling to overcome Murphy's striking advantage.
#ufc-welterweight-title
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Carlos Prates reveals pick for potential Islam Makhachev-Ian Garry fight

Carlos Prates believes Ian Garry possesses the skills to defeat Islam Makhachev, though Prates favors Makhachev and desires a title rematch with Garry in Brazil.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Carlos Prates names biggest potential threat to Islam Makhachev

Carlos Prates believes Ian Garry's elite movement and well-rounded skillset make him the best challenger to dethrone Islam Makhachev at welterweight.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Carlos Prates reveals pick for potential Islam Makhachev-Ian Garry fight

Carlos Prates believes Ian Garry possesses the skills to defeat Islam Makhachev, though Prates favors Makhachev and desires a title rematch with Garry in Brazil.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Carlos Prates names biggest potential threat to Islam Makhachev

Carlos Prates believes Ian Garry's elite movement and well-rounded skillset make him the best challenger to dethrone Islam Makhachev at welterweight.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Youssef Zalal upset that UFC champ never mentions his name

Youssef Zalal is frustrated that Alexander Volkanovski has never mentioned his name despite calling out other contenders, and plans to make a statement by defeating Aljamain Sterling at UFC Fight Night 274.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Ilia Topuria claims Islam Makhachev used injury 'excuse' to avoid White House fight

Ilia Topuria will face Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House event on June 14 after Islam Makhachev withdrew due to injury from their originally planned champion vs. champion bout.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Middle Eastern Destination Is the Most Exciting Art City Right Now-With World-Class Museums and a New Art Fair

Five bronze towers soar 400 feet above Saadiyat Island, the ever-expanding cultural district just off the coast of Abu Dhabi. The structures-which recall the wings of a falcon, a highly prized symbol in the United Arab Emirates-are the architectural signature of the Zayed National Museum, which opened in December. Two weeks before, another vastinstitution, the Natural History Museum, debuted. They will be followed later this year by the most ambitious of all-the late Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Abu Dhabi.
World news
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Arman Tsarukyan, Muhammad Mokaev to grapple in Hype FC main event

UFC lightweight Arman Tsarukyan will compete against former UFC flyweight Muhammad Mokaev in a grappling match at Hype FC on March 11 in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, with a significant weight difference between the competitors.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Report: Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria was original plan for UFC White House

A planned Islam Makhachev versus Ilia Topuria welterweight title fight fell through at the last minute, leading to Justin Gaethje replacing Makhachev against Topuria at the UFC White House card on June 14.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Dricus Du Plessis confident he can make Khamzat Chimaev quit

Du Plessis believed he was winning against Chimaev until the final 10 seconds of their UFC 319 fight, remaining confident he could defeat him in a rematch despite losing by unanimous decision.
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Nassourdine Imavov: UFC title shot against Khamzat Chimaev yet to be confirmed

No final news yet, no contract signed. One of the last discussions I had with Hunter Campbell and Mick Maynard in Qatar - They told me that they wanted to schedule the fight against Khamzat for December, then for February. But Khamzat got injured. We spoke recently with Mick Maynard, and they want to see the fight happen, but we don't have final approval.
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#khabib-nurmagomedov
fromSherdog
1 month ago
MMA

All in the family: Fighter says Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's legacy carries on through Khabib

fromSherdog
1 month ago
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All in the family: Fighter says Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's legacy carries on through Khabib

#usman-nurmagomedov
#umar-nurmagomedov
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Islam Makhachev: How Teammate Was Overwhelmed by Unexpected Stardom

"He used to be a humble kid, now he's not," Makhachev told Red Corner MMA. "He himself was shocked by the way they recognized him in the U.S. Journalists were waiting in the lobby to get an interview. He went a bit too far, and Khabib slowed him down. He said, 'Chanco, don't chase the hype; the hype has to chase you.' So we slowed him down on time."
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#pfl
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fromSherdog
2 months ago

Arman Tsarukyan: Dagestani, Chechen Fighters Will Take Over UFC if Allowed

Dagestani and Chechen fighters could dominate the UFC if signed due to abundant sparring partners, relentless work ethic, sacrifice, discipline, and limited local opportunities.
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Muhammad Mokaev Claims He's Been Offered UFC BJJ Title Fight vs. Mikey Musumeci

Muhammad Mokaev has seemingly been invited back to the UFC, but not to compete in MMA. Mokaev (15-0) recently won the under-65 kilogram title at the English Senior Wrestling Championships in freestyle wrestling. Mokaev claims he has now been offered to fight jiu-jitsu ace Mikey Musumeci for a UFC BJJ title. "I have been offered to compete against Mikey Mussumeci for the UFC BJJ belt. What do you think guys?" Mokaev wrote on X.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Coach Picks Khabib Nurmagomedov Over Jon Jones as MMA GOAT

"The GOAT for me is Khabib, and I would put Jon Jones in that category, but I can't," Mendez said on the Ahmed Mahmood show. "If you're caught doing something you shouldn't have been doing, how can you be considered at the top of the league? This is a true sport, and in a true sport you cannot put that person ahead.
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fromSherdog
2 months ago

Charles Oliveira Breaks Down Potential Clash Between Islam Makhachev, Ilia Topuria

Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria are evenly matched: Topuria's knockout power threatens standing exchanges while Makhachev's clinch-and-wrestling can finish fights on the ground.
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Kamaru Usman Reveals He Never Trained with Nurmagomedov, Makhachev

Kamaru Usman has never shared the mat with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev despite being close friends with them. Usman is currently rallying for a welterweight title fight against Makhachev. Many believe the matchup is being plotted by their common manager, Ali Abdelaziz. Courtesy of Abdelaziz, Usman is a close friend of Makhachev and his mentor, Nurmagomedov. However, "The Nigerian Nightmare" surprisingly revealed that he never had the opportunity of training with either Makhachev or Nurmagomedov.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Usman Nurmagomedov Credits Late Uncle for Championship Glory

This everything is from my uncle Abdulmanap. My father pushed us into sports, but he didn't have any plans that we'd be champions. But my uncle Abdulmanap, he believed in us. He always came to my father and told him, 'Hey, I see your boys have big potential. Be careful with them.' Today, uncle Abdulmanap is not with us, but his son keeps doing his job with us.
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MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

PFL MENA Season 3 Tourney to Kick Off in Saudi Arabia on May 8

PFL MENA returns May 8 in Khobar, Saudi Arabia with a $100K tournament series scaled to three divisions and showcase bouts.
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Umar Nurmagomedov Believes Healthy Petr Yan Beats Merab Dvalishvili Every Time

"I wasn't surprised by Petr's victory," Nurmagomedov told Red Corner MMA. "I knew he is better at striking; he's got good defensive wrestling. Even if Petr had been taken down, Merab doesn't have the grappling skills like Aljamain Sterling has to control Petr on the ground... I think even if you give Merab a three-year break and make him face a healthy version of Petr Yan, Petr will beat him 10 out of 10 times."
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