Terence Crawford watched proudly as his son claimed his first state wrestling championship in Nebraska.Terence Crawford Jr. captured the Class A title with a dominant 13-1 major decision victory. The freshman completed a 3-0 run at the tournament before defeating Riley Pederson in the final.Crawford cheered from the sidelines as his son secured the win. Crawford retired from boxing in December at age 38.He said he had nothing left to prove after a decorated career.While he no longer collects belts, new trophies are arriving at home. Like many mixed martial artists, Crawford trained in wrestling during his youth.He has often…
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A Measured Performance Ryan Garcia captured the WBC welterweight title with a controlled twelve-round victory over Mario Barrios. He boxed with discipline, avoided reckless exchanges, and relied on a sharp right hand to dictate the pace. Early in the fight, Garcia dropped Barrios and maintained command throughout, delivering one of his most composed performances in years. The win marked an important step for Garcia’s career, particularly after a period that had raised questions about his focus and durability. Stepping Into a Fragile Role Barrios entered the bout as WBC champion, but his reign had always been on shaky ground. Though…
Dana White launched a fierce attack on Eddie Hearn after signing one of his rival’s top fighters. Hearn had guided Conor Benn from his professional debut to two stadium showdowns against Chris Eubank Jr last year. The boxing world reacted in shock when Benn officially joined White’s Zuffa Boxing on Friday night in a deal reportedly worth eight figures. The two promoters once shared a close friendship, but tensions have grown amid a public feud. Last night’s announcement intensified the conflict, marking the sharpest clash between them so far. Dana White lashes out at Eddie Hearn At last week’s Zuffa…
Jordan Leavitt secured a clear decision victory over Yadier Del Valle after moving down to featherweight at UFC Houston.The experienced American controlled large portions of the three-round bout and handed Del Valle his first defeat. Leavitt, coming off a submission win over Kurt Holobaugh, dictated the grappling exchanges and neutralised his opponent’s offense.Del Valle had entered the fight unbeaten with two quick UFC submissions but struggled to match Leavitt’s pace and control. The contest produced one unusual late moment that quickly went viral.In the closing seconds, while in a grounded position, Leavitt slapped his opponent in a gesture that drew…
A Battle of Styles Mario Barrios and Ryan Garcia are set to clash at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena in a highly anticipated welterweight showdown. While Garcia boasts a powerful left hook, Barrios relies on relentless pressure and high-paced work over 12 rounds. Despite being the reigning WBC world champion, Barrios has faced criticism after consecutive draws with Abel Ramos and Manny Pacquiao, with some questioning his technical polish at 147lbs. Garcia’s Recent Struggles Garcia enters the fight coming off a disappointing loss to Rolando Romero, where he failed to impress and lost via unanimous decision despite an early knockdown comeback.…
Sean Strickland reached the 185-pound limit for the UFC Houston main event after a brutal weight cut. He admitted the process proved “worse than the fight” itself. The former middleweight champion has not fought for over a year following a broken nose sustained against Dricus Du Plessis in their February title rematch. During his time away, Strickland’s weight climbed past 230 pounds, forcing him into a punishing regimen to return to welterweight. Despite the challenge, Strickland not only made weight but hit the championship limit exactly, signaling his determination to remain a top contender. His opponent, Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez, weighed…
Comeback Set for April Seven weeks from now, Tyson Fury will return to the ring as he chases history, aiming to become boxing’s fifth three-time heavyweight champion. The 37-year-old “Gypsy King” had retired for a fifth time after losing twice to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024, giving up both his WBC heavyweight title and his previously undefeated record. Yet Fury surprised fans by announcing a comeback, set for April against Russian contender Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The “Perfect” 2026 Trio In an interview with FurociTV, Fury revealed a three-fight roadmap he considers ideal for 2026. First, he plans to…
Joshua Eyes Return After Devastating Year After a tragic end to 2025, Anthony Joshua now works toward a comeback. The former heavyweight world champion suffered personal and professional blows last year. In December, Joshua faced internet sensation-turned boxer Jake Paul in one of the decade’s most controversial fights. He broke Paul’s jaw with a viral knockout, signaling a strong start for 2026. Shortly after, Joshua endured a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of two teammates. The incident left his future in boxing uncertain. Family Concern and Changed Plans Initially, a family member revealed that Joshua told his relatives…
Gable Steveson believes he can already compete with the UFC’s top heavyweights.The 2020 Olympic gold medalist has started his MMA career 2-0.He plans to secure a UFC contract in 2026. Despite limited experience, Steveson expressed confidence in facing elite names.He said he could compete with Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira.He argued that his youth gives him a long-term advantage over older rivals. Steveson fights next under the Mexico Fight League banner.He has won his first two bouts in a combined 122 seconds.His wrestling pedigree remains his strongest asset. Supporters such as Jon Jones and commentator Joe Rogan have…
Robots Take the Spotlight At this year’s Spring Festival Gala, China’s Lunar New Year celebration wasn’t just about traditional performances — it became a stage for cutting-edge robotics. Humanoid robots from startup Unitree Robotics performed sword fights, nunchuck routines, and even backflips just feet away from child performers. In one sequence inspired by “drunken boxing,” the robots staggered, fell, and rose again, highlighting remarkable advances in balance, control, and coordination. Public Reaction and Viral Buzz Videos of the performance quickly went viral on Chinese social media, with viewers marveling at how far the technology has come since last year’s simpler…