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Conor McGregor mocks "novice" Logan Paul and dubs fight UFC vs WWE
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2024
UFC star Conor McGregor has mocked Logan Paul in a recent social media post as talk of a boxing match between them intensifies. Nobody ever truly knows what Conor McGregor is going to do next. The Irishman is an absolute enigma in the world of mixed martial arts, and that’ll likely continue to be the case for as long as he’s involved in the fight game. Recently, he’s been teasing the idea of a blockbuster boxing match between himself and Logan Paul.
WATCH | Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury have 10-minute staredown ahead of heavyweight rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 19, 2024
Earlier today, heavyweight boxing stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury had a long, long staredown. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gpysy King’ are set to meet this Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. The bout will be a rematch of their ‘Fight of the Year’ contender in May, where the two went back and forth for 12 rounds. Ultimately, it was Oleksandr Usyk who emerged with a split-decision win, handing Tyson Fury his first career defeat.
Daniel Cormier isn't convinced by Conor McGregor boxing Logan Paul
Harry Kettle - December 19, 2024
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier isn’t sure he’s a fan of Conor McGregor potentially boxing Logan Paul in his next fight. The story of Conor McGregor is a complicated one. He’s the biggest star in the history of mixed martial arts, but he also has a very controversial past – and that’s us putting it lightly. Nowadays, following being found liable in his sexual assault civil case, there are far more questions than answers regarding his future.
Oleksandr Usyk reacts to Tyson Fury's decision to not speak to family ahead of rematch: "I speak with my wife everyday"
Josh Evanoff - December 18, 2024
Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury are taking different approaches in preparation for their massive boxing rematch. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ are set to meet this Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. The bout will be the second time facing off, the last meeting in May saw Oleksandr Usyk defeat Tyson Fury by split decision after 12 rounds. In the process, the Ukrainian made history as the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 2000.
Stephen A Smith makes surprising Conor McGregor vs Logan Paul prediction
Harry Kettle - December 18, 2024
Stephen A Smith has given his prediction for the heavily rumored boxing match between Conor McGregor and Logan Paul. As many of you would’ve heard, Conor McGregor has suggested that he will battle Logan Paul in an upcoming boxing match. Then, following that adventure, he plans on stepping foot back in the Octagon.
Conor McGregor surprisingly opens as underdog in potential boxing match against Logan Paul
Cole Shelton - December 17, 2024
Conor McGregor announced he would be boxing Logan Paul in India in 2025. McGregor hasn’t fought since July of 2021 when he broke his leg in the trilogy match against Dustin Poirier. He was booked to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303 but he was forced out of the bout and now he took to X to claim his next fight will be a boxing match.
Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 to feature "AI-powered judge" for massive heavyweight title rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 17, 2024
The heavyweight boxing rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will feature a fourth judge on fight night. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ are set to meet Saturday night in Saudi Arabia. There, the two will meet for the first time since their ‘Fight of The Year’ contender in May. That night saw Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury go back and forth for the first eight rounds before the Ukrainian scored a pivotal knockdown in the ninth.
Conor McGregor reveals he's agreed to exhibition boxing match against Logan Paul: "I will then seek my return"
Josh Evanoff - December 17, 2024
Conor McGregor is postponing his UFC return to focus on an exhibition boxing match with Logan Paul. It’s been a rough few years for ‘The Notorious’. Conor McGregor was last seen in the octagon in the summer of 2021, competing in a heated trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier. That night saw the Irishman snap his leg in the final seconds of the first round, in a brutal injury. Despite the injury, McGregor vowed to compete again by the end of 2022.
Tyson Fury says he hasn't spoken to his wife in three months ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch
Harry Kettle - December 17, 2024
Boxing legend Tyson Fury has claimed that he hasn’t spoken to his wife in three months ahead of his Oleksandr Usyk rematch. This weekend, Tyson Fury will attempt to avenge the first and only loss of his professional boxing career. He will go head to head with Oleksandr Usyk, the same man who beat him in their first meeting to become undisputed heavyweight champion. In the eyes of many, this serves as the defining fight in Tyson Fury’s legendary career.
Ryan Garcia suffers wrist injury, postpones boxing return against RIZIN kickboxer Rukiya Anpo
Josh Evanoff - December 16, 2024
Ryan Garcia’s return to the boxing ring at RIZIN 49 will have to wait. ‘KingRy’ hasn’t been seen in action since his clash with fellow star Devin Haney in April. While the bout was the first time the two met in a professional boxing match, they had faced off six times in the amateurs. The two split the series 3-3, but Ryan Garcia entered their pro fight a massive underdog. However, he wound up dominating ‘The Dream’ in New York.
Nate Diaz continues to tease Jake Paul over possible MMA fight
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2024
Former UFC star Nate Diaz continues to tease Jake Paul over the idea of a possible showdown in mixed martial arts. As we know, once upon a time, Nate Diaz and Jake Paul fought one another in a boxing match. On that occasion, it was Paul who managed to get his hand raised. Ever since then, however, there’s been talk of the two running it back in a mixed martial arts setting.
Mike Tyson admits he doesn't remember recent boxing match against Jake Paul: "I blanked out"
Josh Evanoff - December 13, 2024
Boxing legend Mike Tyson doesn’t remember much of his recent fight against Jake Paul. ‘Iron Mike’ returned to the boxing ring last month in Dallas. Back for his first professional fight in nearly two decades, the 58-year-old legend faced Jake Paul. The two were originally slated to face off in July, but Mike Tyson pulled out due to health issues. He would later reveal that he almost died over the summer, having suffered from a bleeding ulcer.
Turki Alalshikh urges Wladimir Klitschko to return amid rumors of boxing comeback: "One more time"
Josh Evanoff - December 10, 2024
Saudi promoter Turki Alalshikh supports Wladimir Klitschko’s rumored boxing return. The former champion hasn’t been seen since a trip to the boxing ring in April 2017. That night in Wembley Stadium, Wladimir Klitschko faced Anthony Joshua with IBF, WBA (Super), and IBO heavyweight gold on the line. While the Ukrainian was initially set to face Tyson Fury in a rematch that year, ‘The Gypsy King’ was forced out due to mental health issues.
Jake Paul takes aim at Tommy Fury after he expresses interest in rematch: "You have ZERO credibility"
Cole Shelton - December 10, 2024
Jake Paul doesn’t seem interested in a rematch with Tommy Fury. After Fury pulled out of his boxing match against Darren Till in January, he called out Paul for a rematch of their 2023 fight which the Brit won by split decision.
Tommy Fury turns attention to Jake Paul rematch after Darren Till fight collapses: 'The minute you stepped up and fought a real boxer, you lost fair and square'
Fernando Quiles - December 10, 2024
Tommy Fury has turned his attention to Jake Paul now that a boxing match with Darren Till is off the table. Fury and Till were supposed to collide on January 18, 2025. That plan got detailed after Fury pulled out of the fight due to Till’s threat of going rogue and using his MMA skills in the ring. Fury issued a statement on social media blasting Till for claiming he’d use “stupid MMA tactics” during the fight.
Tommy Fury pulls out of Darren Till fight due to threat of "stupid MMA tactics": "I am a professional boxer"
Josh Evanoff - December 6, 2024
It appears that the professional boxing match between Tommy Fury and Darren Till is now off. Last month, Misfits Boxing announced plans to stage ‘TNT’ against ‘The Gorilla’ in January. For Tommy Fury, the bout was going to be his first since last October, when he defeated influencer boxer KSI. Following the fight, the younger brother of Tyson Fury revealed plans to get surgery, citing a long injured hand.
UFC commentator argues Jon Jones has "already pushed himself beyond" Floyd Mayweather
BJ Penn Staff - December 4, 2024
Jon Jones has already achieve more as a professional fighter than boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr., according to UFC commentator Jon Anik. Anik, who provides play-by-play on the majority of UFC broadcasts, discussed Jones’ legacy in a recent interview with MMA Junkie. He compared the MMA star to Mayweather and Joe Calzaghe, both of whom retired with undefeated records.
WATCH | Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury meet again in movie-style trailer to promote upcoming rematch
Josh Evanoff - December 2, 2024
The rematch between boxing stars Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury has received the movie treatment. ‘The Cat’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ are currently set to meet in a rematch in Saudi Arabia later this month. Just months removed from their first meeting, Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will meet for WBA (Super), WBO, IBO, WBC, and The Ring heavyweight gold. For those unaware, their first bout in May was a ‘Fight of the Year’ contender.