Boxing News
Michael Bisping would “love the opportunity” to get in the ring or the cage with one of the Paul brothers
Harry Kettle - February 8, 2022
UFC commentator Michael Bisping has said he would love the opportunity to fight either Logan Paul or Jake Paul. The last few years have seen the Paul brothers, and Jake especially, vault into relevancy within the combat sports space. From fighting Floyd Mayweather to knocking out former UFC champions, it’s been a rollercoaster ride that shows no signs of slowing down just yet.
Jon Anik explains why the UFC won’t take a chance on Jake Paul like they did with CM Punk: “We just don't need him”
Harry Kettle - February 7, 2022
Jon Anik has explained why he doesn’t believe the UFC will sign Jake Paul, in what would likely be a similar signing to CM Punk. It’s now become fairly common for mixed martial arts fans to hear the name “Jake Paul” in every other article they read, largely because “The Problem Child” can’t stay out of the spotlight. From his diss track about Dana White to his constant fighter pay talk, the YouTuber turned pro boxer certainly knows how to market himself.
Eddie Hearn explains how Conor McGregor turned into “a nightmare” for Dana White and the UFC
Fernando Quiles - February 6, 2022
Eddie Hearn believes the stardom of Conor McGregor has the UFC on edge. McGregor is the biggest star in MMA. He has broken PPV and live gate records for the UFC. While he currently isn’t a champion, the “Notorious” one still rakes in some serious green for the top MMA promotion.
Khabib Nurmagomedov criticizes Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather boxing match: "It was not a real fight"
Josh Evanoff - February 3, 2022
Khabib Nurmagomedov has weighed in on the 2017 superfight between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather. The boxing match between the UFC lightweight champion and one of the GOATs of boxing is the second-largest PPV ever. The fight sold 4.3 million buys in the United States, and over a million in the U.K. as well.
Watch Anderson Silva partake in a 2-on-1 sparring session (Video)
Harry Kettle - February 3, 2022
In case any of you were wondering how Anderson Silva is staying busy, one of the answers is “having 2-vs-1 sparring sessions”. At the age of 46, many could forgive Anderson Silva if he wanted to ride off into the sunset and enjoy his unofficial retirement from mixed martial arts – but that isn’t who this man is. “The Spider” holds the reputation of being one of the leading contenders in the greatest of all time discussion, and yet, he still feels that burning hunger and desire to prove himself to the masses.
Jake Paul claims “a lot of big fighters in the UFC” have sent private messages encouraging him to go after Dana White
Susan Cox - February 2, 2022
Jake Paul does not hold back when it comes to Dana White and the UFC. Paul has used social media to continually highlight the unfair treatment of fighters in the UFC, particularly when it comes to fighter pay.
Jake Paul "would love" to box former "idol" Anderson Silva
Cole Shelton - January 31, 2022
Jake Paul says he grew up idolizing Anderson Silva so he would love to box the former UFC middleweight champion. Paul says he grew up an MMA fan and even met and got a picture with Silva along with his autograph in a gym in Ohio. He said he’s always enjoyed watching ‘The Spider’ fight and with both men not having their next fight booked, Paul says there is some interest in facing the Brazilian.
Michael Bisping shares his thoughts on a potential super fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury
Susan Cox - January 31, 2022
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has shared his thoughts on a potential Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury super fight. It appears that both Fury and Ngannou are in agreement that they want to meet in the boxing ring in 2022.
Jake Paul releases “Dana White diss track” on YouTube (Video)
Susan Cox - January 28, 2022
Jake Paul is at it again! ‘The Problem Child’ has released a new rap song on his YouTube channel this morning, taking aim once again at UFC President, Dana White.
Sean O’Malley believes Jake Paul is a “bigger star” than Francis Ngannou: “It is what it is”
Susan Cox - January 28, 2022
Sean O’Malley, (15-1 MMA) on episode 50 of his YouTube show, stated that Jake Paul is a ‘bigger star’ than UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. As everyone knows, Ngannou (17-3 MMA) defeated Ciryl Gane (10-1 MMA) at UFC 270 last weekend, retaining the heavyweight title. There was much chatter about the fact that Dana White did not put the belt on the victor and was absent after the post-fight press conference.
Jake Paul continues to take aim at Dana White, says he plans to help create a fighter's union
Cole Shelton - January 27, 2022
Jake Paul is continuing to take shots at UFC President Dana White over fighter pay. Ever since Paul began boxing ex-UFC fighters, he has been vocal about fighter pay and how White isn’t paying his fighters enough money. The two have gone back-and-forth about it on social media and now, Paul says he wants to start a fighter’s union.
Jake Paul unloads on Dana White for the “lies and disrespect” he’s shown Francis Ngannou: “It’s time for everyone to say F*ck Dana”
Susan Cox - January 27, 2022
Jake Paul, never a man for lack of words, has sided with Fancis Ngannou concerning his ongoing contract dispute with Dana White and the UFC. Paul has previously criticized Dana White concerning the state of fighter pay in the UFC.
Sean Strickland suggests special rules to set “the middle ground” for a potential Francis Ngannou vs Tyson Fury fight
Cole Shelton - January 26, 2022
Sean Strickland has an idea on how to level the playing field for Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury. In the lead-up to UFC 270, which served as Ngannou’s first heavyweight title defense, it was made clear he was not happy with his contract and if he lost, he would be a free agent. Yet, the champ ended up being Ciryl Gane by decision and now, he has talked about wanting to box Tyson Fury.
Francis Ngannou reveals UFC lawsuit incoming due to talks with Jake Paul’s manager
Josh Evanoff - January 24, 2022
Francis Ngannou is coming off a defense of his UFC heavyweight championship this past weekend at UFC 270. While the champion defeated his former training partner Ciryl Gane to retain his heavyweight gold, the real battle was going on outside the cage. Ngannou has recently been having very public battles with Dana White and the UFC brass since his knockout win over Stipe Miocic in March 2021, which saw him claim the promotions heavyweight title. Ngannou has argued that he’s been paid far below what he is worth, and has openly sought a fight with WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in the boxing ring.
Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder made 25x more than all of the UFC 270 fighters combined
Susan Cox - January 24, 2022
It has long been rumoured and commented on by UFC fighters that money, or lack thereof is an issue in the UFC. Dana White, UFC President has defended the monetary issues and feels that fighters get paid according to their performance and draw power.
Jake Paul willing to accept Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Eagle FC invitation on one condition
Fernando Quiles - January 23, 2022
Jake Paul is down to accept Khabib Nurmagomedov’s invitation but there’s a catch. Paul has been known to ruffle some feathers within the boxing and MMA community. He’s even taken aim at UFC President Dana White over the issue of fighter pay. While Paul has done a lot of boxing as of late, he wants to have an MMA fight down the road.
Dana White on the possibility of Jake Paul fighting in the UFC: "Never say never"
Jeffrey Walter - January 21, 2022
UFC President Dana White is not ready to completely rule out the possibility of Jake Paul fighting inside of the Octagon. The outspoken UFC boss, who has been trading verbal shots with Paul for months now, recently joined the ‘Full Send Podcast’ where he weighed in on boxing’s ‘Problem Child’.
Tyron Woodley has a message for his critics: “Jake Paul would literally f*ck a lot of y’all up”
Susan Cox - January 20, 2022
Tyron Woodley (19-7 MMA) and Jake Paul (5-0 Boxing) collided for a second time at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida back on December 18th, 2021 this after their first contest ended in a controversial split decision win for Jake. ‘Paul vs. Woodley 2’ resulted in Jake Paul connecting with a huge right hand in round six that sent Tyron Woodley crashing to the canvas in a state of unconsciousness.