Imane Khelif filed an appeal against World Boxing at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas). The federation barred her from competing in upcoming events without a genetic test. World Boxing ruled that all women entering the World Championships in Liverpool, September 4–14, must undergo a gender test. Khelif lodged her appeal on August 5, demanding the right to compete without testing. She also asked to suspend the tests until a verdict, but Cas rejected the request on Monday. Cas announced a hearing but gave no timeline for the final judgment. World Boxing justified the rule as protecting athletes and…
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Stunning KO in Round 3 Darren Till delivered a sensational third-round knockout over Luke Rockhold on Saturday during his latest MisFits fight, immediately turning his attention to former super middleweight champion Carl Froch. Rockhold, making his professional boxing debut, found himself trapped in a corner as Till unleashed a relentless flurry of punches. The bout ended decisively when Till landed a massive right hand, sending Rockhold crashing to the canvas with two minutes left in the round. Till calls out Froch After securing his third victory in the MisFits series, Till didn’t waste time addressing Froch. “Where is Carl Froch,…
Former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson has heaped praise on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star Craig Jones, calling him a more effective promoter than UFC president Dana White. Johnson, widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, has followed his career beyond the UFC with success in ONE Championship and through his popular YouTube channel, Mighty, where he provides fighter training, analysis, and discussion panels. Speaking during a debate between Jones and BJJ rival Mikey Musumeci, Johnson praised the Australian for his promotional skills ahead of the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI), a $1 million grappling tournament streamed…
Craig Jones dominated Chael Sonnen in spectacular fashion at the Craig Jones Invitational 2 (CJI 2) in Las Vegas. Sonnen stepped in on less than a week’s notice to replace Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson. He faced Jones on Sunday at the Thomas & Mack Center. The former UFC multi-time title challenger started aggressively, securing an early takedown. Sonnen Falls to Early Buggy Choke Jones quickly capitalized on Sonnen’s position. He locked in a brutal buggy choke that rendered Sonnen unconscious. The crowd erupted as the submission ended the first round decisively. After recovering, Sonnen agreed to restart the match.…
Retired boxing icon Floyd Mayweather built his wealth and fame through an undefeated 50-0 career. He won 15 major world titles across five weight divisions, cementing his place in boxing history. Outside the Ring Mayweather draws attention through lavish parties, celebrity feuds, legal issues, and massive sports wagers. He often appears with pop culture icons, keeping headlines active despite retiring in 2017 after defeating Conor McGregor. Viral Sighting Sparks Rumors A recent TikTok video shows Mayweather seemingly spending time with a former flame, sparking speculation online. The clip, posted on August 29 by user @yachts_life, features Mayweather and Shantel “Miss…
UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev has taken aim at Alex Pereira’s preparation for their upcoming rematch, suggesting the Brazilian may be focusing on the wrong areas. The two fighters will headline UFC 320 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on October 4, in a sequel to their clash at UFC 313 in March. Ankalaev claimed the title after defeating Pereira via unanimous decision, with the victory largely shaped by his striking rather than grappling. Recent social media footage has shown Pereira defending multiple takedown attempts from training partners, a focus that Ankalaev has openly questioned. Posting on X, the…
Jan Blachowicz prepares for a tough challenge later this year. The former UFC light heavyweight champion recently teased on social media that he has signed a contract for his next fight. Red Corner MMA reported that Blachowicz is expected to face No. 10-ranked contender Bogdan Guskov at UFC Qatar. The event will take place on November 22 at the ABHA Arena in Doha. UFC Fight Night in Qatar marks the promotion’s debut in the country and represents the fifth event in Asia this year. Fans eagerly anticipate a clash between a veteran former champion and a rising finisher. Jan Blachowicz…
Tony Ferguson made a triumphant return to combat sports with a third-round knockout of TikTok sensation Salt Papi at the AO Arena in Manchester, ending a six-year losing streak that had plagued the former UFC interim lightweight champion. Ferguson, who had previously struggled in the UFC and was initially set to return under the GFL banner against Dillon Danis, pivoted to Misfits Boxing when that matchup fell through. Facing the fast-rising Filipino star Salt Papi, who came in with three consecutive stoppage wins but a previous loss to MMA fighter Anthony Taylor, Ferguson looked revitalized and focused. The opening rounds…
Mike Tyson openly supports Terence Crawford in the upcoming fight against Canelo Alvarez on September 13. The bout takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and will stream worldwide on Netflix. Canelo defends his undisputed super middleweight title while Crawford moves up two weight classes for the fight. Tyson Acknowledges Canelo’s Strength Tyson admits he wants Crawford to win but calls Canelo a smart and powerful fighter. Speaking on The Big Podcast, Tyson said, “I want Crawford to win, but it doesn’t look like that’s gonna happen.” He added, “I would like it to happen, but Canelo hits hard…
London, August 30, 2025 — Andrew Tate, the controversial British-American social media figure and former kickboxer, is not in discussions to fight under the Misfits Boxing banner, BBC Sport has learned. Conflicting Reports Recent speculation suggested Tate was in advanced talks to feature in a Misfits Boxing event later this year, with some outlets claiming an announcement could arrive at Saturday’s show. Combat sports site Uncrowned even reported that negotiations had reached a “serious stage.” However, sources linked to DAZN — the official Misfits broadcaster — told BBC Sport that no such talks are taking place and no announcement is…