Author: Rachel Maddow

A Return Teasing the FansConor McGregor may be gearing up for a long-awaited UFC return. The 37-year-old Irish star, who hasn’t fought since July 2021 due to a broken leg in his second loss to Dustin Poirier, has appeared on massive Times Square billboards promoting the UFC’s new broadcasting deal with Paramount+. The promotion’s move to an all-access subscription model, ditching the traditional pay-per-view system, puts McGregor front and centre as the face of the campaign. Sharing a photo of the billboard on social media, McGregor wrote: “It will be my great honour to ‘MAKE UFC GREAT AGAIN!’ Only on…

A Legend Who Faced EveryoneMuhammad Ali, widely regarded as “The Greatest,” faced some of the most fearsome heavyweights in boxing history. From George Foreman’s power to Joe Frazier’s relentlessness, Ali overcame nearly every challenge in the ring. Despite finishing his career with 56 wins and 5 losses, he often reflected on the fighters who would have truly tested him. In an interview with ESPN, Ali singled out one opponent as potentially the hardest matchup: Rocky Marciano. Why Marciano Stood OutAli explained why Marciano would have been such a challenge: “The toughest fight would be the man who is the hardest…

What started as mutual respect between boxing promoter Eddie Hearn and UFC boss Dana White has slowly turned into an uneasy rivalry. As 2026 unfolds, their relationship looks more strained than ever, with pointed comments and subtle digs becoming a regular feature in interviews. A Partnership That Didn’t Last Hearn has never hidden his admiration for what White has built in mixed martial arts, and the two even appeared to be on good terms ahead of the launch of Zuffa Boxing in 2025. There was talk of cooperation and shared ideas about how to grow the sport. But that early…

KSI has confirmed he will not be returning to boxing, bringing an end to one of the most high-profile influencer fighting careers of the past decade. The 32-year-old YouTuber and musician hasn’t fought since his loss to Tommy Fury in 2023, and says that defeat marked the beginning of the end for his time in the sport. Speaking on The Ranveer Show, KSI explained that boxing slowly became something he no longer enjoyed — mentally, emotionally, or physically — and that his focus is now firmly on content creation and entertainment. Why Boxing Stopped Feeling Right KSI said boxing forced…

Dana White has never been short on ambition, but his latest plan might be his boldest yet. The UFC boss says he wants to completely reshape professional boxing, and he is convinced his new venture, Zuffa Boxing, can do just that. Speaking recently with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, White made it clear he is done talking and ready to act. “I’ve been talking trash about boxing for years. Now it’s time to back it up,” he said. “I’m getting rid of the sanctioning bodies. The best will fight the best. We’re going to sign all the young talent.” Targeting Boxing’s…

Anthony Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, is calling on fans and the media to respect the boxer’s privacy as he comes to terms with a devastating car accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his friends. A Tragic Loss On 29 December, Joshua sustained minor injuries in the crash, while his team members, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, tragically lost their lives. Since then, Joshua, a former two-time world heavyweight champion, has returned to the UK to attend their funerals and pay tribute to the friends he lost. Hearn emphasized the gravity of the situation, saying, “This…

Heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua has broken his silence following a devastating car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his longtime team members. Remembering Lost Teammates The accident occurred last month, shortly after Joshua’s victory over Jake Paul. While Joshua only sustained minor injuries and received treatment at a local hospital, the crash tragically took two lives. A 46-year-old man has been charged with death by dangerous driving, though the full cause of the accident remains under investigation. Joshua, who recently connected via video call with fellow Nigerian athlete Kamaru Usman, has largely stayed off social…

Andrew Tate and Chase DeMoor could be heading for a second clash before the end of the year, with a rematch now firmly in play after their closely fought bout in Dubai. A Contract Clause Sets Up Round Two DeMoor, the reigning Misfits heavyweight champion, has revealed that Tate included a rematch clause in their original agreement and is already pushing to run it back. Speaking to streamer JasonTheWeen, DeMoor said Tate handled defeat with class and respect, acknowledging the physical advantages that helped DeMoor edge the contest. “He was very upper class about it,” DeMoor said. “He said I…

Jake Paul’s plans for a quick return to the ring have been put on hold after the YouTuber turned boxer was handed a medical suspension following his latest defeat. The American suffered only the second loss of his professional career when he was stopped by former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami last month, a fight that left him with serious injuries and a long road to recovery. A Painful Night in Miami Paul entered the December 19 bout with confidence and showed early movement and evasiveness, slipping many of Joshua’s punches in the opening rounds. That momentum ended abruptly…

Logan Paul is turning heads once again, this time by weighing in on what he considers the more grueling sport: professional wrestling or boxing. The YouTuber-turned-wrestler offered his candid take during a recent interview, giving fans an unexpected perspective on both arenas. WWE vs. Boxing: A Surprising Comparison During an appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Paul claimed that stepping into the WWE ring has been far more challenging than facing boxing legend Floyd Mayweather. Reflecting on his high-profile boxing matches, including the bout with Mayweather, he didn’t hold back: “I would definitely have to say WWE is way harder than…