Tony Ferguson, once one of the top lightweights in the UFC, spoke candidly about his departure from the promotion following a record eight-fight losing streak. The 41-year-old admitted that many of those performances didn’t reflect his true self, citing frustrations with fight cancellations, particularly against Khabib Nurmagomedov. Ferguson explained that he never got cut from the UFC, but left by mutual agreement, noting that he often fought for the fans rather than his own motivation. Ferguson also revealed he was most excited about a potential coaching opportunity on The Ultimate Fighter alongside Nurmagomedov. When that fell through, his enthusiasm for…
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UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell has spoken out about Cracker Barrel’s recent rebranding, describing it as a “sh-t” move. The restaurant chain, which is undergoing changes under new management, has faced backlash from fans upset about the updated logo and branding. Many critics argue the change erodes nostalgia and could negatively impact the business, particularly in southern states where Cracker Barrel has a strong presence. Fighter’s Controversial Take Mitchell, known for his outspoken and politically-incorrect commentary, dismissed the chain entirely, praising his wife’s cooking over the restaurant. He criticized the new management, claiming they were unfit to run the company, and…
YouTube star takes on WBA lightweight champion in highly anticipated event streamed live on Netflix The surprising announcement that Jake Paul will fight WBA lightweight champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis on Friday, November 14, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta stunned fans. Paul had recently been linked to a potential heavyweight clash with former champion Anthony Joshua, while Davis had been rumored to pursue a rematch with Lamont Roach Jr. after their March majority draw. The two fighters reached an agreement Wednesday for a matchup currently classified as an exhibition. How the Bout Came About Paul first revealed a list of…
Box-Olympic champion Lin Yuting will take the gender test required by World Boxing before the Liverpool World Championship. Her coach, Tseng Tzuchiang, confirmed the decision to AFP. Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif faced a gender debate at the Paris Olympics. The suspended IBA excluded them from the 2023 World Championship over alleged testosterone test failures. The IOC allowed both athletes to compete in Paris, recognizing the gender listed in their passports. World Boxing Introduces Compulsory Screening World Boxing confirmed the mandatory test for all female competitors two weeks before the World Championship. The federation stated the rule ensures safety…
Conor McGregor has been vocal about the UFC White House card. Yet new speculation suggests he could make a surprise return outside the UFC. This claim came from Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship President David Feldman during a press event for BKFC 82. The event will feature a King of Violence title fight between Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens. Feldman told reporters that McGregor skipped the press conference. He claimed the Irishman is training instead to face the winner of Perry versus Stephens. Feldman fuels speculation “We expected my partner and friend Conor McGregor today, but he cancelled at the last…
Brighton & Hove Albion welcomed an unusual guest as German MMA star Christian Eckerlin shared Instagram photos of himself participating in a team training session. The 32-year-old from Frankfurt performed martial arts drills alongside Premier League players such as Danny Welbeck and James Milner. Whether coach Fabian Hürzeler brought him in to enhance the squad’s physicality is unclear – Eckerlin is well known for his high-intensity approach. Eckerlin, a middleweight and welterweight champion in the German MMA Championship, thanked Brighton with the message: “Thanks for having me.” The connection may have been facilitated through Hürzeler, also German. It remains to…
World Boxing will require mandatory gender tests for all female boxers just weeks before the World Championship. Olympic champion Imane Khelif (26) now faces pressure due to the new requirement. The decision sparks heated debate over fairness, equality, and participation rights. Mandatory Tests for Female Boxers All female boxers competing from September 4 to 14 in Liverpool must complete the test. World Boxing states the rule ensures safety and creates equal competition between men and women. Athletes over 18 must undergo a one-time PCR test or an equivalent genetic screening. The new regulation takes effect immediately and applies to all…
Johnny Walker snapped a three-fight winless streak with a statement TKO victory over Zhang Mingyang in the main event of UFC Shanghai. Coming in as a big underdog after consecutive knockout losses, the Brazilian light heavyweight turned the tables in the second round with a damaging calf kick that set up the finish. A Needed Return to Form Walker began the fight cautiously, mixing in a rare takedown attempt, but struggled with timing after 14 months away from competition. By the second round, he found his rhythm, hurting Zhang with the kick and pouring on pressure until the fight was…
Just weeks after it was reported that ESPN will lose UFC live events in 2026, the network is reportedly negotiating to buy UFC Fight Pass and its video library. Blake Avignon, citing multiple unnamed sources, reported that the deal is not finalized but talks are advanced. ESPN aims to integrate the UFC archive and selected live content into its new direct-to-consumer app. ESPN launched the app on August 21 with two subscription tiers. The $11.99/month ESPN Select tier offers ESPN+ content, while the $29.99/month ESPN Unlimited tier includes all ESPN content. ESPN targets UFC content It is unclear how much…
Dramatic Finish Secures Victory Fabian Edwards captured the Professional Fighters League (PFL) middleweight tournament and a $500,000 (£369,000) prize after knocking out Dalton Rosta with a stunning head kick in Hollywood, Florida. Following two competitive rounds, Edwards landed a left high kick that sent Rosta to the mat, prompting the referee to stop the fight. Echoing Brother Leon’s Famous Knockout The decisive strike mirrored the technique used by his older brother, Leon Edwards, when he defeated Kamaru Usman in 2022 to win the UFC welterweight title. Leon watched cage-side and celebrated alongside Fabian after the victory. “That’s incredible. God has…