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.
On June 1st, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder will step into the ring against Zhilei Zhang. Both boxers have suffered setbacks in their recent matches and are eager to prove themselves. This showdown could be a decisive factor in the continuation of Wilder's career, especially after his loss to Joseph Parker.
Bob Arum has voiced his opposition to the proposal of using six judges in the upcoming heavyweight title fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury set for May 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This match, dubbed the "Ring of Fire" fight, carries the significant weight of the undisputed heavyweight title. Mauricio Sulaiman, WBC president, proposed this unprecedented judging change last month in an effort to avoid a judging catastrophe.
