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MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 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.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Deontay Wilder beats battling Derek Chisora as epic bout goes the distance

Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight, showcasing Chisora's resilience despite the loss.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 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.
MMA
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Deontay Wilder beats battling Derek Chisora as epic bout goes the distance

Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight, showcasing Chisora's resilience despite the loss.
#golf
fromIndependent
18 hours ago
Atlanta Braves

Paul Kimmage: How the Masters showed me golf as the ultimate bloodsport - compelling and brutal and cruel

fromIndependent
18 hours ago
Atlanta Braves

Paul Kimmage: How the Masters showed me golf as ultimate bloodsport - compelling and brutal and cruel

fromIndependent
18 hours ago
Atlanta Braves

Paul Kimmage: How the Masters showed me golf as the ultimate bloodsport - compelling and brutal and cruel

fromIndependent
18 hours ago
Atlanta Braves

Paul Kimmage: How the Masters showed me golf as ultimate bloodsport - compelling and brutal and cruel

fromenglish.elpais.com
19 hours ago

Tiger Woods' highway to hell: Between myth and man

Tiger Woods' story can be told as much through his feats on the golf course as through his series of mishaps behind the wheel. The latest episode, a car accident last Friday that resulted in his arrest and imprisonment, once again places Woods in the eye of the storm and the debate surrounding his behavior and his life.
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Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Boxing is a dirty business, like politics, bro': Derek Chisora on Nigel Farage, brain damage and burgers

Derek Chisora prepares for his 50th fight against Deontay Wilder, reflecting on the fears of retirement and the end of boxing careers.
MMA
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

'A messed-up situation' - world champion Dubois on family rift

Caroline Dubois' journey in boxing is marked by family estrangement and her quest for personal identity and freedom from an overbearing upbringing.
#boxing
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
MMA
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Chisora beaten by Wilder in captivating bout

Derek Chisora lost to Deontay Wilder in a points decision in what is expected to be his final professional boxing match.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Running

'I've never loved anything as much as boxing, I just wish I had more time' - from a New York boardroom to an Irish boxing ring

MMA
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Gabriela Fundora's dominance fuels her rise

Gabriela Fundora secured her third consecutive undisputed flyweight championship defense with a sixth-round knockout victory, rising to No. 3 in women's pound-for-pound rankings.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Claressa Shields open to boxing match against Amanda Nunes

Claressa Shields expresses interest in an exhibition boxing match against Amanda Nunes, believing she would win while respecting Nunes' fighting abilities.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
MMA
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Chisora beaten by Wilder in captivating bout

Derek Chisora lost to Deontay Wilder in a points decision in what is expected to be his final professional boxing match.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Running

'I've never loved anything as much as boxing, I just wish I had more time' - from a New York boardroom to an Irish boxing ring

MMA
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Gabriela Fundora's dominance fuels her rise

Gabriela Fundora secured her third consecutive undisputed flyweight championship defense with a sixth-round knockout victory, rising to No. 3 in women's pound-for-pound rankings.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Claressa Shields open to boxing match against Amanda Nunes

Claressa Shields expresses interest in an exhibition boxing match against Amanda Nunes, believing she would win while respecting Nunes' fighting abilities.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Controversy erupts over Wexford kickboxer's five world championship gold medals - 'He didn't win anything'

Wexford County Council faces calls to withdraw civic honours from kickboxer Packy Somers due to controversy over his achievements.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'It's an opportunity to write our names in history'

Northern Ireland faces Italy in a World Cup play-off semi-final on 26 March, with qualification representing the team's greatest achievement in 40 years.
#conor-mcgregor
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
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
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Gable Stevenson hints he is close to UFC signing

Gable Stevenson is close to signing with the UFC, prioritizing MMA over other competitions despite his upcoming RAF debut.
Miscellaneous
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

'Right now, I could be UFC champion': Bella Mir is the future face of fighting

Bella Mir, daughter of UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir, pursues college wrestling at North Central College while carrying her family's martial arts legacy and competitive excellence.
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
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
MMA

UFC chaos agents: One fighter poised to create championship shake-up in each division

Several fighters entering 2026 possess the youth, ranking and skills to upend divisions and dramatically reshape UFC title landscapes.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Demetrious Johnson urges Israel Adesanya to retire: 'You've done everything'

Demetrious Johnson believes Israel Adesanya should retire from MMA after achieving everything possible in the sport.
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.
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Michael Morales admits he hates Ian Garry: 'We don't have a very good vibe'

"I do hate him," Morales told Alvaro Colemenoro. "We don't have a very good vibe. But at the end of the day, he's still a fighter. I'm not gonna get overconfident if I had to prepare myself to fight him... That fight is gonna be intense if it happens... I think that if I were to fight him, it would be the first time that I would fight in a very aggressive way."
MMA
#ufc
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Dana White ranks Alex Grasso's finish as 'one of the greatest in the sport's history'

Alexa Grasso achieved a significant knockout victory over Maycee Barber at UFC Seattle, marking a comeback after two consecutive losses.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Alex Pereira hopeful Jon Jones matchup can still happen

Alex Pereira remains hopeful of fighting Jon Jones in the future, contingent on defeating Ciryl Gane at UFC 250 in June.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Colby Covington: RAF 7 will be 'bigger and more prominent' than UFC White House

Colby Covington criticizes the UFC for becoming indifferent after the Paramount deal, claiming the White House card lineup disappoints hardcore fans and predicts RAF 7 will be a bigger event.
MMA
fromSherdog
5 days ago

Dana White ranks Alex Grasso's finish as 'one of the greatest in the sport's history'

Alexa Grasso achieved a significant knockout victory over Maycee Barber at UFC Seattle, marking a comeback after two consecutive losses.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Alex Pereira hopeful Jon Jones matchup can still happen

Alex Pereira remains hopeful of fighting Jon Jones in the future, contingent on defeating Ciryl Gane at UFC 250 in June.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Colby Covington: RAF 7 will be 'bigger and more prominent' than UFC White House

Colby Covington criticizes the UFC for becoming indifferent after the Paramount deal, claiming the White House card lineup disappoints hardcore fans and predicts RAF 7 will be a bigger event.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Nate Diaz says he preferred BMF title fight over Conor McGregor trilogy

Nate Diaz seeks a fight for the BMF belt he conceptualized, criticizing Charles Oliveira for prioritizing a match against Conor McGregor instead.
San Francisco 49ers
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Where Spectacle Meets Soul: A Month in Global Sport - San Francisco Bay Times

Sport functions both as entertainment spectacle and as a vehicle for revealing human connection, authenticity, and community impact across different athletic contexts.
MMA
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Floyd Mayweather pumps brakes on rematch with Manny Pacquiao

Floyd Mayweather's rematch with Manny Pacquiao is uncertain and may only be an exhibition fight, contradicting previous announcements.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Flyweight GOAT Demetrious Johnson headed to UFC Hall of Fame

Demetrious Johnson will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer, recognized as the greatest flyweight in MMA history.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

All About the White House UFC Fight on Trump's Birthday

A proposed UFC cage fight is planned for the White House grounds on June 14, 2026, accompanied by National Mall fan events.
MMA
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

UFC set to bring cage-match bout to White House as part of nation's 250th anniversary celebration

Cage-match fighting will be held at the White House to celebrate Trump's 80th birthday and the nation's 250th anniversary.
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Cris Cyborg preps for latest title bout, life after fighting

"This belt will be special if I win it, God willing. It's the belt that Laila Ali, Holly Holm and Amanda Serrano have held. They are legends of the sport."
MMA
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Pro-Trump UFC Fighter Who Was Snubbed From White House Event Says He's Done With Politics: Loyalty Is Never Rewarded'

I love Trump. He's a great guy. I'm not really so politically I think in the future, you won't see me campaign. You won't see me actively involved in politics. I don't want to be it. I think it's a dirty game.
MMA
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Explaining what's behind the Muhammad Ali Boxing Revival Act

The Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act cleared major benchmarks after the House of Representatives passed the bill by voice vote on Tuesday after a 30-4 approval vote in January by the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
MMA
#jon-jones
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Jon Jones believes he beats most fighters despite arthritis

Jon Jones remains confident in his abilities despite arthritis, asserting it hasn't diminished his skills or competitiveness in the UFC.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

Jake Paul ready to welcome Jon Jones to Most Valuable Promotions

Jake Paul invites Jon Jones to join MVP, offering better compensation after Jones' UFC dispute over White House card exclusion.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Jon Jones Says He's "In Negotiations" for UFC White House Card

Jon Jones is in negotiations to fight on the UFC White House card in June, expressing pride in representing America despite previous concerns about his reliability.
#tyson-fury
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A new start after 60: I became a wrestler, 50 years after falling in love with the sport

On the night of her 60th birthday, Sally Goldner climbed on to the top rope of the wrestling ring, to the roars of the crowd, and launched herself on to her competitors with a missile dropkick. The crowd roared. For a second, she was completely airborne, before landing on her opponents. Wow, I'm doing this,' she thought. Exhilarating. I couldn't think of anything I'd rather be doing on my birthday.
LGBT
Television
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

59 Super Bowl rings, 59 stories

Individual Super Bowl rings carry personal stories, charitable impact, team unity messages, and notable design firsts reflecting players' values and community connections.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Super Bowl runner-up rings: What NFL players really think

FOUR MONTHS AFTER the Philadelphia Eagles lost Super Bowl LVII, Cam Jurgens glanced at the team schedule and came upon something that stopped him. "Ring Ceremony." It was June 2023, and Philadelphia still wasn't over its 38-35 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. "What the hell is the ring ceremony for?" Jurgens, then a second-year offensive lineman, muttered. "We lost."
National Football League
Television
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Pro wrestling awards 2025: Dominik Mysterio, Stephanie Vaquer and an AEW resurgence

2025 delivered major wrestling shifts: retirement tour endings, surprise title reigns, AEW resurgence, NXT and AAA cross-promotion, and breakout stars reshaping promotions.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Boxing real or not: Gervonta will fight again, Garcia finally wins a title, more

Gervonta "Tank" Davis remains one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world, but ongoing legal troubles outside the ring have thrown his career into uncertainty. Will the three-division champion ever fight again? Ryan Garcia is a talented fighter, blessed with elite speed and devastating power in his left hand. However, the biggest win of his career against Devin Haney was wiped away after he tested positive for a banned substance.
World news
MMA
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Sean O'Malley urges UFC stars to be grateful to the promotion

Sean O'Malley argues that UFC's biggest stars owe their success and financial gains to the promotion, suggesting they should be grateful despite current disputes.
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.
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Haney vs. Garcia 2? Mayweather vs. Tyson still happening?

Since the announcement last September that Mayweather and Tyson were set to meet in an exhibition this year, details surrounding the event have been scarce. There have been no updates regarding where the fight will be broadcast/streamed, and sources close to the event told ESPN that reports of an April 25 date in the Democratic Republic of Congo were 'extremely premature.'
MMA
#bmf-title
MMA
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Rousey says fight vs. Carano about challenging UFC 'monolith'

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are returning from retirement to fight on May 16 at Intuit Dome in what they consider the biggest fight in MMA.
MMA
fromCageside Press
3 weeks ago

Ronda Rousey: Fight with Carano Now About "Challenging the Monolith that the UFC Has Become"

Ronda Rousey returns to fighting against Gina Carano in May 2025 under Jake Paul's MVP promotion on Netflix, ending her UFC comeback plans.
MMA
fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

Jon Jones, Conor McGregor left off UFC's White House card

Jon Jones and Conor McGregor were excluded from UFC's White House Freedom Fights 250 event despite lobbying to compete, with Dana White citing Jones's health issues and McGregor's ongoing recovery timeline.
MMA
fromSherdog
3 weeks ago

UFC to enshrine women's bout in Hall of Fame 'Fight Wing' for first time

The UFC 248 fight between Weili Zhang and Joanna Jedrzejczyk becomes the first women's bout inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 weeks ago

UFC reveals 6-fight 'Freedom 250' White House event featuring 2 title tilts

UFC announces six-bout White House card featuring Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for undisputed lightweight championship on June 14 in Washington, D.C.
fromSherdog
4 weeks ago

Heated rivalry: Daniel Cormier asks for separate accommodations from Jon Jones

My relationship with Jon Jones is nothing. I don't have a relationship with Jon Jones... Make sure his house is as far away from mine as can be. I don't need his energy around me.
MMA
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Usyk to defend WBC title vs. kickboxer at the Pyramids of Giza

I truly respect people who reach the very top in their sport. Rico is one of them -- a powerful athlete and a great champion. Being a champion isn't just about belts. It's about years of hard work, discipline and belief. I respect his journey; he's truly the King of Kickboxing. But this is boxing -- a different game, with its own rules and its own kings.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Joshua Van admits not knowing Demetrious Johnson fought in UFC

I swear to God, I didn't know he was in the UFC. I saw him fighting in ONE Championship. His highlight was everywhere when he knocked out the guy with flying knee... Now I know him but I've never watched his fights.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Dana White Goes Off On Eddie Hearn, "He's a p*ssy"

"I think you saw this week I am really beating up babies. Is there a bigger p*ssy than Eddie Hearn?," White asked reporters including Cageside Press. "Is there a bigger p*ssy than Eddie Hearn? This guy's supposed to be a friend. F*cking crying? He's (Benn) going to make more money, and he (Hearn) had the right to match it. He could have matched it. "What a crock of sh*t. Yeah, we're literally beating up babies," he said. Watch the entire media day scrum with Dana White above.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 months ago

MMA 2025 Year in Review: Comeback of the Year

It's hard not to pick Jiri Procházka's comeback knockout over Rountree Jr. when you consider how brutal those first two rounds were. Rountree appeared to be cruising to a clear decision win, but a brilliantly timed combination flipped the entire fight on its head, giving the former champion one of the year's most dramatic finishes.
MMA
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA to Hold Dual 500K Tournaments

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA will return in 2026 with two $500,000 U.S. tournaments, hosting lightweight and heavyweight brackets and funded anew.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Dillon Danis, Craig Jones to Compete for the Title of 'Greatest Grappler in the World'

Dillon Danis and Craig Jones will headline Craig Jones Invitational 3 and face each other for the 'Greatest Grappler in the World' title.
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

TBT: UFC 166 and Northern California's Big Night (In Houston)

In the main event, then heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez looked unstoppable after a 12-1 run that had seen him throttle the likes of Brock Lesnar, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, Ben Rothwell, and others en route to being promoted as the next generation of MMA heavyweight. Opposing him that night: Junior dos Santos, the Brazilian knockout machine who had carved his own path of destruction through the division with wins over Fabricio Werdum, Frank Mir, Mark Hunt, and others.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Ex-UFC Title Holder Teases Power Slap Move

To go from being a UFC champion to competing in a Power Slap match is quite a contrast. Luke Rockhold is seemingly considering a move to Dana White's controversial Power Slap, league. The contest has been widely criticized for leaving athletes vulnerable to CTE, as they basically take headshots with no chance to defend themselves. Rockhold recently suffered a 12-0 loss in a wrestling match against Colby Covington at RAF 5.
MMA
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Jorge Masvidal Gives Path for Alexander Volkanovski to Become Featherweight GOAT

Alexander Volkanovski's second featherweight title reign is predicted to be short; doubts exist about his ability to beat Movsar Evloev or Lerone Murphy.
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