UFC 321 takes place tomorrow at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Fans will see two title fights and several high-profile bouts. Official weigh-in results reveal two fighters missed weight, adding extra tension to an already stacked card. Main Event: Aspinall Faces Gane for Heavyweight Crown Tom Aspinall defends his undisputed heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane. Aspinall claimed the interim title by finishing Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295. He then retained it by knocking out Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. Following Jon Jones’ brief retirement, the UFC promoted Aspinall to undisputed champion. Gane earned this title fight…
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Ciryl Gane will look to finally claim the undisputed UFC heavyweight title when he faces Tom Aspinall in the main event of UFC 321 on October 25. It will be the Frenchman’s third attempt to win the full championship — and perhaps his last chance to silence doubts about his standing among the division’s elite. Despite insisting that the fight is not “must-win,” Gane knows a third failure to secure the belt would be a major setback. Once hailed as the future of the heavyweight division, he now faces the challenge of reclaiming that mantle from Aspinall, who carries similar…
Fans across the boxing community reacted with shock after Arturo Gatti Junior was found dead in Mexico earlier this month. Authorities discovered the teenager hanged, mirroring the tragic death of his father, boxing legend Arturo “Thunder” Gatti, who died 16 years ago. The eerie similarity between their deaths left fans and family devastated. Authorities Reopen Case as Homicide Investigation Reports now indicate that investigators are treating Gatti Jr’s death as a potential homicide. Officials launched the investigation after discovering inconsistencies at the scene. The development marks a dramatic shift in the case, which was initially believed to be a suicide.…
Tom Aspinall will earn a finish at UFC 321, but it will not come through strikes against Ciryl Gane this weekend. Former UFC champion Michael Bisping shared his prediction while breaking down the pay-per-view main event on his personal YouTube channel. Bisping has praised Aspinall in the past but disagrees with the oddsmakers who make Gane a heavy favorite. He doubts the fight will be a one-sided affair. Discussing Aspinall’s first defense of the undisputed title, after his interim belt defense last July, Bisping said: “It’s going to be an entertaining fight. I don’t necessarily see this being one-way traffic…
Commentator Calls Championship Bout Underwhelming UFC analyst Din Thomas has voiced strong criticism of the upcoming strawweight title fight between Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba at UFC 321, describing it as one of the least compelling championship matchups in recent years. Thomas pointed to minimal fan engagement and media buzz, suggesting that the fight lacks the excitement usually associated with title contests. Dern Favored Despite Previous Inconsistencies Although Thomas questioned the bout’s importance, he expects Mackenzie Dern to come out on top, citing her 2020 unanimous decision win over Jandiroba. He praised Dern’s striking, grappling, and endurance but also noted…
Tyson Fury declared he is serious about retiring and sees no reason to fight again, even for £1 billion. The 37-year-old boxer announced his retirement in January after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for the second time. Fury has hinted at a comeback, as he did after his 2022 retirement, while his promoter Frank Warren recently claimed Fury hopes to fight next year. However, Fury told FurociTV that he feels no motivation to return to the ring after decades of punishment. Fury Rejects Fame, Money, and Titles Fury said he once fought for money and championships but no longer finds joy…
This weekend’s UFC 321 event in Abu Dhabi has taken another blow, losing a bout just days before fight night. Lightweight Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady, nicknamed “The Pride of Palestine,” has seen his clash with Matheus Camilo scrapped — marking the fourth consecutive fight cancellation for the Fortis MMA standout. The reason for the latest cancellation remains undisclosed, according to MMA reporter Marcel Dorff. Al-Selwady has not competed since his UFC debut loss to Loik Radzhabov in March 2024, while Camilo last fought in May, dropping his debut to Gabe Green. Despite the setback, UFC 321 still boasts a strong lineup. In…
UFC legend Max Holloway has spoken out strongly against bare-knuckle boxing and slap fighting. The Hawaiian fighter, known for his relentless style and warrior mentality, made his stance clear during a recent live stream. For years, Holloway has faced the best in mixed martial arts and earned his place among the sport’s elite. But despite his fearless approach in the cage, he believes some combat trends have gone too far. Holloway calls bare-knuckle fights “stupid” Bare-knuckle boxing and slap fighting have gained new attention in recent years. The latter, heavily promoted by UFC president Dana White, has stirred both excitement…
Bo Nickal Says Trump Personally Invited Him to Historic Event UFC middleweight Bo Nickal has revealed that former U.S. President Donald Trump personally asked him to appear on the planned “White House Fight Card,” which Trump described as a “done deal.” Speaking in an interview, Nickal said the former president contacted him directly, expressing his desire for the American fighter to compete in what could be one of the most unique events in mixed martial arts history. White House Card Planned for 2026 Celebration The event, reportedly scheduled for June 2026, is intended to coincide with America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.…
Former boxing world champion Anthony Joshua had a change of heart about trying MMA after training with UFC star Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett. The two athletes, who both represent Under Armour, met during a promotional event where they decided to test each other’s skills. Pimblett, known for his grappling expertise, demonstrated a rear-naked choke, giving Joshua a firsthand taste of MMA’s more brutal side. “So I control your wrist, my other arm comes around your head, and I just squeeze,” Pimblett explained as he lightly applied pressure. Joshua quickly rolled over, laughing: “That’s mad, isn’t it? If you did that…