Renowned American mixed martial arts veteran, commentator and analyst Daniel Cormier believes that the UFC title in the under 165lbs division should be on the line for the upcoming fight between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler.
"Now the rumors have resurfaced again that McGregor and Chandler will fight at interim featherweight to 165 pounds. If true, I think it's a good reason to kick off a new division by putting a new category title on the line. It will draw even more attention to their fight.
Conor McGregor is the name. And Michael Chandler... He will just be in the right place at the right time and in the right place and get a chance to win the belt in the super lightweight division," - quotes Cormier BJ Penn.
Recall that the Irishman and the American will fight on June 29 at UFC 300 in Las Vegas, USA.
WBA light heavyweight titleholder Hilberto Ramirez shared his thoughts on the upcoming fight of absolute world champion in the second middleweight division Saul Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia.
"It's an interesting fight. For me, it has a 50/50 chance in it because Munguia will have a chance that night, the opportunity of a lifetime to become the absolute world champion. Canelo needs to work hard to stay the absolute champion and beat him.
Who would I put my money on? I don't like betting. I don't like betting, and that's a good thing. As a fan I want to see this fight," Ramirez said in an interview with YouTube channel Fight Hype.
Recall that the Alvarez vs. Munguia fight will take place on May 4 in Las Vegas.
Head coach of AKA Hall Javier Mendes does not hide that he was pleased with the defeat of Justin Gaethje in the fight with Max Holloway. According to the specialist, the former interim UFC lightweight champion posed the greatest threat to his charge, the holder of a full title in the same division Islam Makhachev.
"For me, the most dangerous opponent stylistically is Justin Gaethje. It's because of his wrestling skills and well placed striking. He's really good. That's the truth.
Everyone has a different skill set. I think he's the biggest threat to us. But now, Justin will probably never be the center of attention for us again. So there's no need to discuss him as a potential threat anymore," MMA News quoted the specialist as saying.
Star American boxer Ryan Garcia said that he wouldn't mind sharing the ring with UFC lightweight champion compatriot Sean O'Malley.
O'Malley previously said that UFC management was willing to give him the green light for a boxing match if it would bring in enough money for the promotion.
"The diminished Conor clone wants a boxing match. Hmmm, I wanted MMA, but let's do it! I'll destroy you - the little pony can't beat me. Rainbowhead wants to box - get ready to bleed rainbows," Garcia wrote on social network X.
Recall that last weekend Garcia sensationally defeated Devin Haney by majority decision of the judges. The fight took place within the framework of the evening of boxing in New York.
Former world champion, commentator and analyst Timothy Bradley spoke out about Ryan Garcia's victory over Devin Haney.
"Garcia did to Haney what he learned from Gervonta Davis. People are saying that Haney took money for outpointing Garcia. He had to do it because he would have been damned if he refused, it's a huge show. He pissed off a lot of people.
Garcia said on social media that he didn't want to exhaust himself. And guess who depleted himself to make weight? Devin Haney. And it's not Ryan Garcia's fault, even though he didn't even try to make weight. Ryan went into the fight with an advantage," Bradley said in an interview with YouTube channel Sean Zittel.
Recall, last weekend at the evening of boxing in New York, USA, Garcia defeated Haney by majority decision of judges.
UFC lightweight champion American Sean O'Malley named the only problem that prevents the organization of his fight against Georgian Merab Dvalishvili.
"I want this fight to be scheduled as soon as possible. The only problem is several numbered tournaments will be held outside of the U.S. and I don't fight outside of the country. The UFC has other guys who fight in performing venues. But I'm ready to fight, ready to schedule a fight. Jesus, I want to hit Merab with a knee. Boom! - put him down," O'Malley said on his YouTube channel.
Recall that O'Malley had his last fight in early March, defeating Marlon Vera on points.
Myanmar mixed martial arts fighter Joshua Wan, who competes in the UFC's lightweight division, has responded sharply to a challenge issued to him by British Muhammad Mokaev.
Mokaev had previously offered Wang a fight on June 22 at the promotion's debut event in Saudi Arabia.
"Mokaev, shut your mouth! You're only calling me out because you already have your next fight booked! I spoke to Mick Maynard and he said he's scheduled a fight for you. Coward! Don't say my name again," Wang wrote on social network X.
Recall that the last time Wang appeared in the octagon in January, when he knocked out Felipe Bunes. In total on his account 10 wins and one defeat in professional MMA.
On June 1st in Saudi Arabia, Deontay Wilder announced his readiness to reassert himself as a top contender against Zhilei Zhang. Both fighters, having faced recent defeats, are eager for victory to boost their world title ambitions.
Hughie Fury, a British heavyweight boxer, marked his return to boxing with a win against Konstiantyn Dovbyshenko in Rotherham on Saturday night. After a two-and-a-half-year hiatus due to long-Covid, Fury scored 59-56 in his comeback fight. He also set sights on fighting in Saudi Arabia and revealed plans to compete four times in 2024.
Regis Prograis commented on Devin Haney's recent defeat to Ryan Garcia, suggesting it was a result of karma from their past encounter. This insight came after Garcia delivered Haney his first professional loss over the recent weekend.
