Brazilian UFC welterweight veteran Edson Barboza believes that reigning champion Elijah Topuria won't be atop the division for long.
WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has spoken out about the upcoming fight between legendary Mike Tyson and blogger Jake Paul.
"If Mike Tyson hits somebody, I don't care even if he's 90 years old. He's going to knock them out clean, isn't he? He's 'Iron' Mike Tyson, the most dangerous man on the planet.
Now Jake Paul has gained experience, he's done a lot of fights. But naturally, I always have to bet on a knockout from Mike Tyson, just like he always bets on me," - quotes Tyson Fury Boxing Social.
Recall that the fight between Tyson and Paul is scheduled for July 20 in Arlington, USA.
Former UFC champion in two weight categories, Irish star Conor McGregor shared his expectations from the long-awaited fight between Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk and British Tyson Fury.
The meeting of these boxers, at the stake of which will be the title of absolute world champion in the heavyweight division, will take place on May 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
"Usyk is a cunning and crafty boxer. But if anyone can do it, it will probably be Usyk. Tyson is also a cunning boxer. In addition, he is quite dimensional. It is difficult to beat him in the boxing ring," - quotes McGregor Boxing News.
Recall that McGregor himself will return to the octagon on June 29 at UFC 303 in Las Vegas, USA. Opposing him will be Michael Chandler.
UFC lightweight champion Sean O'Malley reacted to rumors that Khabib Nurmagomedov owes the rf tax service about $3.3 million.
"That sucks. They're going to get to you! When taxes come in and you don't pay them, you owe a lot of dough by the end of the year. Then you look at your account and think, 'Damn, I'm not going to have much money left after taxes.'
I would recommend opening a special account to pay your taxes. And once you make real money, it's much nicer to pay taxes quarterly than one big sum at the end of the year," American said on his podcast.
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland continued his attacks on Paulo Costa not signing a contract for their bout.
"Got to find somebody you can talk to, buddy? Sit you down and let you talk about your fucking feelings? I think therapy is for weak men, but let me tell you something, man: you're a fucking weak man. I don't know what went on in that little pea-sized brain of yours. Don't disappoint me, don't disappoint the fans, let me make you bleed," Strickland said in a video posted on social media.
Recall that earlier Strickland accused Costa of cowardice.
UFC CEO Dana White announced via social media that the promotion's welterweight champion Leon Edwards will make the second defense of his title against Belal Muhammad in the main event of UFC 304, scheduled for July 27 in Manchester.
In the second co-main event, interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall will seek a rematch with Curtis Blades, whom he lost to early due to a leg injury in July 2022.
In addition, White also announced the following fights on the upcoming show:
Bobby Green - Paddy Pimblett;
Manel Kape - Muhammad Mokaev;
Arnold Allen - Giga Chikaze;
Daniel Pineda - Nathaniel Wood;
Shauna Bannon - Ravena Oliveira;
Bruna Brazile - Molly McCann.
Longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan called for changes to the current rules in mixed martial arts during his podcast. Specifically, Joe suggested allowing fighters to fight on the ground until one of them stands up.
Former dominant UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo spoke about his attitude towards defeats.
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland addressed Paulo Costa, urging him to sign a contract to fight.
"God damn it, Costa. I was told you still haven't signed a fight contract. I couldn't believe it, I didn't think you'd act like a coward. I thought you'd have the courage to do what you have to do. Instead, you're acting like you don't have any balls. I noticed something, man. After you got in that fight with Izzy, you backed down and got weak. If you can't pick yourself up and stop that shit, we'll find someone to help you," Sean Strickland said in a video he posted on his social media.
Daniel Cormier, a former UFC champion in two weight classes, reacted harshly to Joaquin Buckley, who made unflattering remarks about Conor McGregor's mother in a post-fight interview.
"Shut up, asshole! You might as well hear me. Your challenge to Conor is absolute stupidity. And that's what three of the most reputable people in the business are telling you. It was the worst challenge in history. Don't let a few wins make you arrogant, bro. And don't mention Audrey Cormier!" - wrote Cormier on his social media.
Recall that rude words to McGregor's mother Buckley said after his victory over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC on ESPN 56.
