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Gervonta “Tank” Davis addressed fans angrily at a press conference ahead of his November 14 bout with Jake Paul.He dismissed criticism for skipping the rematch with Lamont Roach, Jr., claiming he “doesn’t care” what fans think.Davis also said fans “want to see him lose” and often discuss his personal life. Tank Urges Fans to “Sit Back” Davis told fans to enjoy the sport and stop judging his fight choices.He criticized fans for switching loyalties after one bad performance or controversial decision.“Somebody can have a bad day, and y’all switch. Sit back and be fans,” he said. Cash-Grabs vs Career Fights…

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Merab Dvalishvili has recalled a terrifying ordeal from his childhood that nearly cost him his life. The UFC bantamweight champion, who defends his belt against Cory Sandhagen on October 4 at UFC 320 in Las Vegas, opened up in an interview with Daniel Cormier about how, at just six years old, he almost drowned in a river in Georgia. “My brother was swimming in a river, I jumped in to find him, and I couldn’t do the same,” Dvalishvili said. “The water took me into deep water, it was fast. I was under the water, and my other brother saw…

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The UFC Rio lineup faced unexpected adjustments but remains on track. The promotion returns to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 11 at the Farmasi Arena. Fans can expect an exciting Fight Night in the “Cidade Maravilhosa” with high-stakes matchups across multiple weight classes. Vicente Luque Gains New Opponent The welterweight fight between Vicente Luque and Santiago Ponzinibbio collapsed after Ponzinibbio withdrew due to injury, according to MMA journalist Alvaro Colmenero. Luque now faces Joel Alvarez, making his debut in the 170-pound division. “The Silent Assassin” last fought at UFC 316 in June, losing by submission to Kevin Holland in…

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Rare talks about fighter trades Analyst and former fighter Din Thomas has stirred debate with a surprising proposal. He wants the UFC to trade light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev for PFL star Dakota Ditcheva. Trades between MMA promotions are almost unheard of. Only one such deal exists in history. In 2018, Demetrious Johnson left the UFC for ONE Championship. In return, the UFC gained Ben Askren. Thomas now argues that the sport needs another move. He says the UFC should send Ankalaev to PFL and bring Ditcheva into its roster. Din Thomas outlines the case “MMA thrives on stars,” Thomas…

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Jimmy Fallon took aim at the UFC’s ambitious White House event during a recent episode of The Tonight Show, mocking the visual renderings released by Dana White. The designs, which hint at a grand spectacle including Conor McGregor’s long-awaited return, were described by Fallon as “ridiculous” while being shown on screen to the audience. The UFC event, still in early planning stages, has already sparked conversation beyond the MMA community, drawing attention from mainstream media and late-night hosts. While fans and fighters await further announcements on fight cards, Dana White has expressed hesitation about including Jon Jones, citing trust issues…

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Jake Paul and Gervonta “Tank” Davis hold their press conference in New York City on Monday, September 22. Fans expect sparks at 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT (11 PM UK). This event marks the first official showdown before fight night. The fight streams live worldwide on Netflix Friday, November 14. Boxing fans anticipate a high-stakes clash between two major stars. Eddie Hearn Questions Joshua Fight Timeline Anthony Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, expresses uncertainty about a possible fight with Jake Paul in February or March 2026. He worries that Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) could take serious damage against Davis.…

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Reflecting on the First Professional Fight Olympic wrestling champion Gable Steveson has spoken about his debut in professional mixed martial arts following a victorious first fight. Steveson described the match as a valuable learning experience, highlighting the differences between wrestling and MMA and the adjustments required in striking, submissions, and overall fight strategy. Building Toward Bigger Challenges Looking forward, Steveson shared that he plans to take a measured approach in his MMA career. He aims to steadily face increasingly competitive opponents while honing his skills, with the ultimate goal of earning opportunities to compete for championship titles. Patience and development,…

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Training Again After Extended Hiatus Nearly nine years removed from her last appearance in the Octagon, Ronda Rousey has stepped back into familiar territory. Recently, she posted clips of herself working mitts with longtime coach AJ Matthews, noting that it was the first time she had done so in more than eight years. Though she isn’t announcing a comeback, the training marks a personal rediscovery of the sport that launched her career. Navigating the Postpartum Transition Rousey has been open about the difficulties of getting back into high-level training following childbirth. She admitted to battling insecurity, physical setbacks, and even…

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Luis Ortiz, the Cuban southpaw veteran, returned Friday night in Florida with a first-round stoppage win.The 46-year-old heavyweight easily dispatched a modest opponent, securing his first fight in months. Veteran Declares Readiness for Top Names Ortiz told Ring Magazine he feels “great,” both mentally and physically, after his comeback victory.Weighing 267 pounds, Ortiz boldly declared he is “ready for anybody.”He listed Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua, despite the slim chances of those bouts materializing. Ortiz Calls Out Rising Prospect Itauma Ortiz surprisingly named Moses Itauma, the 20-year-old southpaw, as a possible opponent.Ortiz acknowledged Itauma’s status as a red-hot prospect everyone…

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Former Bellator and RIZIN Bantamweight Champion Juan Archuleta is making a strong case for a UFC contract after back-to-back victories in Las Vegas over the weekend. At 38, time may be against him, but his recent performances suggest he still has plenty to offer. Archuleta snapped a three-fight losing streak earlier this year with a flying knee knockout at BORROKA 3, and this weekend, he followed it up by submitting former UFC fighter Jose Johnson with a second-round rear-naked choke. Johnson, standing at 6’0″, is the tallest fighter in UFC flyweight history, making Archuleta’s victory all the more impressive. This…

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