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Canelo vs. GGG 2: Golovkin's trainer says high emotions won't be factor

Abel Sanchez says that despite the dislike that GGG has for Alvarez at this point, that those feelings won't distract him from the task at hand Saturday night.

UFC 228: Tyron Woodley submits Darren Till to retain welterweight belt

An emphatic victory for the champ.

Deontay Wilder: Tyson Fury and Luis Ortiz are better than Anthony Joshua

Arguably the biggest story in boxing this year has been the contentious negotiations between unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and WBC champ Deontay Wilder.

UFC 228: Ahead of first title shot, Darren Till putting 'legacy and greatness' ahead of family

As he inches closer to his dream, the 25-year-old is putting "legacy and greatness" ahead of those close to him.

Anthony Joshua signs new multi-year contract with Matchroom Boxing

Unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is staying put with Eddie Hearn.

Conor McGregor plea deal: What it means for former UFC champion

If/when civil cases are commenced against Conor, he will have a hard time defending them

Dillian Whyte v Joseph Parker: Parker career record, last five fights

The WBO heavyweight champion doesn't have the most extensive résumé, but has some quality wins in his last four bouts.

UFC 228: Tyron Woodley vs. Darren Till welterweight title fight to headline Dallas card

UFC president Dana White told ESPN that Covington will be stripped of the title when Woodley vs. Till begins.

Anthony Joshua: 'My dream would be to fight in Dallas' at Cowboys' stadium

If unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is going to fight in the United States, he has the perfect place for it.

Freddie Roach says he hasn't talked to Manny Pacquiao since Jeff Horn fight

For the first time since 2001, Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach will not be in Manny Pacquiao's corner. Instead, childhood friend and longtime assistant trainer “Buboy” Fernandez will be the man in charge.

UFC 226 Miocic v Cormier: Results, bonuses and what happens with Brock Lesnar

UFC 226 is the most top heavy card of 2018: a headline fight with history-making implications on the line.

David Haye opens gym to Joseph Parker again ahead of bout vs. Dillian Whyte

"The Hayemaker" will host Joseph Parker ahead of Parker's heavyweight fight July 28 at O2 Arena.

UFC 226: Max Holloway's co-main event withdrawal a smart move for his health

The representatives for featherweight champion Max Holloway were smart to pull him from his scheduled title defense.

SN Exclusive: Eddie Hearn reveals why Deontay Wilder-Anthony Joshua isn't happening in 2018

Eddie Hearn provides details of the Anthony Joshua- Deontay Wilder negotiations. Ultimately, Hearn asks, does Wilder really want to fight the best?

Terence Crawford on bout vs. Errol Spence Jr.: 'That fight will happen'

The welterweight division is stacked, but Terence Crawford knows that both his destiny and Errol Spence Jr.'s are intertwined

UFC 225: Yoel Romero misses weight for title fight with Robert Whittaker

Not again, Yoel!

UFC 225: CM Punk says first MMA win would be more meaningful than first WWE belt

A lot of people would consider gaining the top prize in the world's No. 1 pro wrestling promotion the pinnacle of their lives

Terence Crawford says he, not Vasiliy Lomachenko, is pound-for-pound No. 1

Terence Crawford, who will fight WBO welterweight champ Jeff Horn on Saturday, believes he deserves more credit for what he has done in the ring, which includes becoming an undisputed champion.

Bellew vs. Haye 2: Fight date, start time, card, channel

The biggest fight in British boxing this weekend takes place Saturday in London, when former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye faces current WBC cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew in a rematch.

Brock Lesnar is set to return to the UFC, says Dana White

The WWE wrestler and former MMA fighter is set to return to UFC, says president Dana White.

Joshua vs. Parker: Three things we learned from Anthony Joshua's victory

While some may criticize Anthony Joshua for his performance on vs. Joseph Parker, he actually proved something in the win.

Joshua vs. Parker: Boxing community makes its picks, predictions for super-fight

Both Anthony Joshua (20-0, 20 KOs) and Joseph Parker (24-0, 18 KOs) head into Saturday's super-fight undefeated: someone's zero has to go.

Deontay Wilder rips Anthony Joshua, promoter, says camp 'fears' him

WBC champion Deontay Wilder says promoter Eddie Hearn is being "childish" by keeping Wilder away from Joshua, who is set to take on Joseph Parker in a unification bout Saturday in Wales.

Anthony Joshua vs Joseph Parker: Joshua draws comparisons to Derek Jeter, Muhammad Ali

What makes Anthony Joshua special? It goes beyond what he is in the ring.

Joseph Parker isn't a 'finished product' yet ahead of Anthony Joshua showdown

Joseph Parker is an intense-looking fighter: He’s 193cm, 112kgs and is a bruising force inside the squared circle.

Floyd Mayweather will make the 'best decision' on potential UFC move

Floyd Mayweather's potential move to the UFC is entirely up to him, says the boxer's long-time promoter.

UFC 222: Cris Cyborg blasts through Yana Kunitskaya to retain title

Can Cris Cyborg continue her reign of terror when she defends her featherweight championship against Yana Kunitskaya in the main event of UFC 222?

UFC 222: Cris Cyborg blasts through Yana Kunitskaya to retain title

Can Cris Cyborg continue her reign of terror when she defends her featherweight championship against Yana Kunitskaya in the main event of UFC 222?

UFC 222: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya fight date, card, start time, preview

The best female fighter in MMA history returns on Saturday when Cris Cyborg defends her featherweight title against Yana Kunitskaya in the main event of UFC 222.

UFC 222: Yana Kunitskaya's message to doubters: 'I don't care what people think'

The up-and-coming UFC women's fighter doesn't want to hear anything from detractors heading into her UFC 222 bout vs. Cris Cyborg.

UFC 222: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya fight date, card, start time, preview

The best female fighter in MMA history returns on Saturday when Cris Cyborg defends her featherweight title against Yana Kunitskaya in the main event of UFC 222.

UFC 222: Brian Ortega admits even he's surprised by his meteoric rise

The UFC featherweight contender is beyond satisfied with the way things have broken his way over the last eight months, taking a career low and turning it the biggest fight of his life.

Derrick Lewis believes he's no hero following Hurricane Harvey efforts

Lewis is co-main eventing this Sunday's UFC Fight Night vs. Marcin Tybura and reflected on Hurricane Harvey ravaging his hometown of Houston.

UFC 221 results: Yoel Romero knocks out Luke Rockhold — doesn't win title

With Yoel Romero failing to make weight, can Luke Rockhold emerge from UFC 221 the interim middleweight champion?

UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold fight date, card, start time, preview

Can Luke Rockhold once again become the UFC middleweight champion as the UFC makes its debut in Perth, Australia?

Cris Cyborg saves the day, will headline UFC 222 vs. Yana Kunitskaya

UFC 222 was on the verge of failing apart, until Cris Cyborg stepped in to fight.

SN exclusive: WWE to hold first women's Elimination Chamber match at February PPV

WWE adds a championship event that is designed to move the women closer to par to the men.

Stipe Miocic vs. Brock Lesnar is the fight that the UFC needs to happen

With a question of who's next for Stipe Miocic after UFC 220,

UFC 220 results: Stipe Miocic schools Francis Ngannou, sets title defense record

The first UFC PPV of 2018 takes place tonight from the TD Garden in Boston. The card is headlined by two title fights highlighted by Stipe Miocic defending the heavyweight championship against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou.

UFC 220 results: Stipe Miocic breaks title defense record, dominating Francis Ngannou

The first UFC PPV of 2018 takes place tonight from the TD Garden in Boston. The card is headlined by two title fights highlighted by Stipe Miocic defending the heavyweight championship against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou.

UFC 220 Miocic vs. Ngannou results: Live updates, highlights, round-by-round scoring

The first UFC PPV of 2018 takes place tonight from the TD Garden in Boston. The card is headlined by two title fights highlighted by Stipe Miocic defending the heavyweight championship against the hard-hitting Francis Ngannou.

UFC 220: Miocic vs. Ngannou fight date, PPV price, how to watch and live stream

The first UFC pay-per-view of 2018 is headlined by two title fights.

UFC 220: Stipe Miocic vs. Francis Ngannou will be the pinnacle of the UFC's 2018

With the futures of Conor McGregor, Jon Jones and Ronda Rousey in question, there will be no bigger fight in 2018 — at this point — than Stipe vs. Ngannou

Robert Whittaker pulls out of UFC 221; Yoel Romero replaces him

UFC 221 loses its headliner to injury.

UFC 220: Miocic vs. Ngannou fight date, PPV price, how to watch and live stream

The first UFC pay-per-view of 2018 is headlined by two title fights.

UFC 219 Cyborg vs. Holm results: Cris Cyborg pummels Holly Holm to retain title

Cris Cyborg left no doubt as the best female fighter in the UFC today after her win over Holly Holm.

UFC 219 Cyborg vs. Holm: Fight date, PPV price, how to watch, live stream

The final UFC pay-per-view of 2017 commences on Dec. 30 with perhaps the biggest fight in the history of women's MMA.

UFC 219 predictions: Is Holly Holm the one to stop Cris Cyborg's reign of terror?

The UFC returns for its last pay-per-view offering in 2017, as UFC 219 takes place on Sunday (AEDT) at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

UFC 219 predictions: Is Holly Holm the one to stop Cris Cyborg's reign of terror?

Who wins the main event of Saturday's UFC 219 between women's featherweight champion Cris Cyborg and former women's bantamweight champion Holly Holm?

UFC 219: Cris 'Cyborg' Justino, Holly Holm fighting for more than a belt

Two champions will square off in UFC 219's main event Saturday. The winner will leave the Octagon with not just one title, but two, and the second one will be much more enduring.

UFC 219: Cris 'Cyborg' Justino, Holly Holm fighting for more than a belt

Two champions will square off in UFC 219's main event Saturday. The winner will leave the Octagon with not just one title, but two, and the second one will be much more enduring.

Floyd Mayweather in talks for a potential deal with the UFC

Is Floyd Mayweather going to compete inside the Octagon?

Floyd Mayweather in talks for potential deal with UFC

Is Floyd Mayweather going to compete inside the Octagon?

UFC 218: Francis Ngannou could be MMA's Mike Tyson — and the superstar UFC needs

With the thunderous knockout of Alistair Overeem last night, Ngannou has entered the picture as the next potential great that the UFC needs.

UFC 218 Holloway vs. Aldo 2 results: Max Holloway retains in slugfest vs. Jose Aldo

Can Max Holloway successfully defend the featherweight championship in his rematch against former titleholder Jose Aldo? Who becomes the next challenger for the heavyweight title between Alistair Overeem and Francis Ngannou? We find out tonight as SN is in Detroit for UFC 218.

UFC 218 Holloway vs. Aldo 2 results: Max Holloway retains in slugfest over Jose Aldo

Can Max Holloway successfully defend the featherweight championship in his rematch against former titleholder Jose Aldo? Who becomes the next challenger for the heavyweight title between Alistair Overeem and Francis Ngannou? We find out tonight as SN is in Detroit for UFC 218.

UFC 218 predictions: Max Holloway could have a repeat performance vs. Jose Aldo

Sporting News MMA contributors Steven Muehlhausen and E. Spencer Kyte discuss who emerges victorious from the UFC 218 main event between featherweight champion Max Holloway and Jose Aldo.

UFC 218: Holloway vs. Aldo 2 fight date, card, PPV price, how to watch and live stream

Can featherweight champion Max Holloway once again fend off former champion Jose Aldo in the main event of UFC 218?

UFC 218: Holloway vs. Aldo 2 makes sense, but do we really need it?

Is the UFC 218 featherweight title between champion Max Holloway and Jose Aldo a fight you are looking forward too?

UFC Shanghai results: Kelvin Gastelum runs through Michael Bisping with vicious KO

Can former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping rebound from his title loss to Georges St-Pierre and defeat Kelvin Gastelum in a short-notice fight?

UFC Shanghai: Why it isn't smart for Michael Bisping to fight Kevin Gastelum

When Dana White makes the statement, "Fighting is in our DNA," sometimes you laugh out loud and think he's saying it just to help sell a fighter or a particular event. That sentiment couldn't ring more true when it comes to Michael Bisping as he faces Kelvin Gastelum in the main event of Saturday's UFC Fight Night.

UFC Shanghai: How to watch & live stream Bisping vs. Gastelum

Here is everything you need to know about Michael Bisping vs. Kelvin Gastelum at UFC Fight Night, live from Shanghai.

Combate Americas hopes to recapture UFC magic with 'Copa Combate' tournament

On the near-24th anniversary of the first-ever UFC PPV event, Combate Americas CEO Campbell McLaren talks "Copa Combate" and more.

Conor McGregor jumps cage, pushes referee at Bellator event

It seems as though Conor McGregor may have crossed the line in his latest stunt.

Conor McGregor jumps cage, pushes referee at Bellator event

It seems as though Conor McGregor may have crossed the line in his latest stunt.

Dana White will help take boxing to the next level

Looking at how Dana White helped build the UFC to where it is now, he could help build boxing to heights equally as lofty.

UFC 217: St-Pierre vs. Bisping odds, fight predictions, expert picks

Have extra money to spare this weekend? Here are the odds for the UFC 217 main event featuring Georges St-Pierre looking to capture the middleweight title against Michael Bisping.

The good, bad and ugly: McGregor controversies; Till a star

It was an action-packed week in the world of mixed martial arts. A new star emerged, the biggest star in the sport in hot water, a gift decision and the old guard starting to fade.

In the battle between Mark Hunt and the UFC, who's right?

Mark Hunt's battle with the UFC is going to get ugly and fast. But who's right in the situation?

Miguel Cotto announces details of swan song to take place on Dec. 2

Miguel Cotto announces who, when and where the final bout in his legendary career will occur.

UFC 216: Tony Ferguson will get Conor McGregor in the Octagon, but not yet

The UFC is in the business of making the biggest fights for the biggest money, which means there's still a bit of a way to go before a Ferguson vs. McGregor showdown.

UFC 216 results: Tony Ferguson becomes interim champ; Demetrious Johnson makes history

Will Kevin Lee emerge victorious or will Tony Ferguson shut down the talk? Will Demetrious Johnson set a UFC record?

UFC 216: Ferguson vs. Lee, fight card, date, start time, PPV price

Will Demetrious Johnson make history, or will Ray Borg spoil the party? Who walks out the interim lightweight champ?

UFC 216: Kevin Lee says fight with Tony Ferguson will be 'one-sided beating'

Kevin Lee thinks Tony Ferguson has no shot at UFC 216.

UFC 216: If Demetrious Johnson doesn't care about title defense record, we shouldn't, either

"Mighty Mouse" has downplayed all the talk of his potential record achievement.

Regardless of result, Canelo Alvarez quieted his critics against GGG

Through all the controversy that ensued following the Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin decision, Canelo proved a lot of doubters wrong.

Canelo vs. GGG results: Golovkin, Alvarez fight to draw with controversial score

Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin are set to square off Saturday in a battle of the two best middleweights on the planet.

Canelo vs. GGG weigh-in: Intense staredown as both fighters on point

It's on!

Alvarez says fight v Golovkin bigger than bout against Mayweather

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez took on Floyd Mayweather in 2013; almost four years to the day later, he'll meet Gennady Golovkin in Las Vegas. Canelo is treating GGG as the bigger opponent.

UFC 215 results: Amanda Nunes wins narrow decision to retain women's bantamweight title

Amanda Nunes outlasted Valentina Shevchenko to retain the UFC women's bantamweight strap.

Canelo Alvarez 'never scared' of Mayweather-McGregor stealing spotlight

Though the headlines of Mayweather vs. McGregor usurped the attention of Canelo vs. GGG, the 27-year-old boxing headliner had no worries of the attention being taken away.

UFC 215: Nunes vs. Shevchenko 2, fight card, date, start time, PPV price

With Demetrious Johnson and Ray Borg canned as the UFC 215 main event, Amanda Nunes and Valentina Shevchenko are set to do battle in Edmonton.

Nate Diaz's coach: Diaz would need '$20, $30 million' for third Conor McGregor fight

Diaz is trying to angle himself for a big rematch with McGregor, and a big payday, too.

Nate Diaz would need upwards of $30M to fight McGregor again, coach says

Nate Diaz is trying to angle himself for a big rematch with Conor McGregor, and a big payday, too.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: Fox Sports to provide major coverage of megafight

Fox Sports will be with Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor every step of the way as they promote their Aug. 26 boxing match.

What would a loss do to Floyd Mayweather's legacy?

When you look at the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight on paper, it's a complete mismatch.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: Regardless of result, mega-fight is a win for MMA

Regardless of who wins the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight, boxing's spectacle is a win for MMA.

Mayweather Sr: 'Everyone wants to see it because it’s a joke'

Mayweather's father doesn't want any talk of a Conor McGregor victory.

Floyd Mayweather Sr. on Mayweather vs. McGregor: 'Everyone wants to see it because it’s a joke'

Mayweather's father doesn't want any talk of a Conor McGregor victory.

Mayweather sends final warning to McGregor

Floyd Mayweather declared he has a 'granite chin' and warned Conor McGregor to be ready to take some punishment after dishing out threats and insults ahead of Sunday's (AEST) blockbuster fight in Las Vegas.

McGregor to Mayweather: 'You should have kept your mouth shut'

Conor McGregor declared Floyd Mayweather made a 'big error' by agreeing to smaller gloves and vowed to make his critics 'eat their words' in Sunday's (AEST) blockbuster bout in Las Vegas.

Floyd Mayweather gives one final warning to Conor McGregor

Mayweather reflected candidly on his boxing career and insisted he's taking Saturday's fight seriously.

Conor McGregor sparring session referee reveals what surprised him the most about the UFC star

Who is Conor McGregor without all of the cameras? MMA referee Joe Cortez reveals there's another side to McGregor that the public doesn't see.

McGregor's sparring session referee reveals what surprised him the most

Who is Conor McGregor without all of the cameras? MMA referee Joe Cortez reveals there's another side to McGregor that the public doesn't see.

Malignaggi says he wasn't trying to start altercation with McGregor

Paulie Malignaggi tells Sporting News he wasn't trying to get in Conor McGregor's way. Instead, he was trying to get the attention of McGregor's manager, Audie Attar.

Jon 'Bones' Jones suspension means it's time to give up on him

The latest controversy in the career of Jon Jones means that the suspended MMA fighter has blown his last true chance at redemption.

McGregor to Mayweather: 'You should have kept your mouth shut'

Conor McGregor had more words ahead of his fight against Floyd Mayweather, saying Mayweather made a mistake by wanting to fight him.

McGregor and Mayweather clash during grand arrivals

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather had to be pulled away by security guards and bodyguards after crossing paths outside the Toshiba Plaza.

Conor McGregor, Paulie Malignaggi get into heated confrontation

Conor McGregor and Paulie Malignaggi were involved in a heated confrontation on Tuesday night ahead of McGregor's fight with Floyd Mayweather on Saturday.

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather get into dispute during grand arrivals

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather had to be pulled away by security guards and bodyguards after crossing paths outside the Toshiba Plaza.

Jon Jones fails another drug test, could be stripped of light heavyweight title

Everything comes crashing down on Jon Jones after yet another failed drug test.

Paulie Malignaggi says he wasn't trying to start altercation with Conor McGregor

Paulie Malignaggi tells Sporting News he wasn't trying to get in Conor McGregor's way. Instead, he was trying to get the attention of McGregor's manager, Audie Attar.

WATCH: Paulie Malignaggi and Conor McGregor get into heated confrontation

Fiery!

Dana White claims Showtime declined McGregor-Malignaggi sparring footage

The UFC president claims that the premium cable TV network declined the offer to use the sparring session footage.

Nevada Athletic Commission confirm glove size for Mayweather-McGregor

In a move that surpised no one, the Nevada Athletic Commission unanimously approved a "one-time waiver" for eight-ounce gloves to be worn for the August 27 fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor.

Conor McGregor: I'll KO Floyd Mayweather within two rounds

Leading up to his Aug. 26 bout against Floyd Mayweather, Conor McGregor has predicted he will finish Floyd Mayweather inside of four rounds.

Who's right and who's wrong in McGregor-Malignaggi dispute?

Only McGregor and Malignaggi know what took place inside the UFC Performance Institute.

Who's right and who's wrong in Conor McGregor/Paulie Malignaggi situation?

Only McGregor and Malignaggi know what took place inside the UFC Performance Institute.

After UFC 214 win, Jon Jones reclaims rightful throne, turns attention to Brock Lesnar

Jon Jones reclaimed his title as the greatest fighter of all time at UFC 214. But his biggest battle may be yet to come.

UFC 214 results: Jon Jones stops Daniel Cormier, calls out Brock Lesnar

Jon Jones put his troubled past behind him in a big victory over Daniel Cormier at UFC 214.

UFC 214 fight card: Jones vs. Cormier 2 date, time, PPV price

Everything you need to know about the UFC 214 fight card featuring Jones vs. Cormier 2.

UFC 214: Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones are at career crossroads

Jones vs. Cormier 2 is a must-win for both fighters.

Latino MMA promotion Combate Americas reaches landmark agreement with ESPN

"Combate Clasico," scheduled for July 27 in Miami, will be the first Combate Americas card to be broadcast on an English-language ESPN platform in the U.S.

Mayweather vs. McGregor world tour: Brooklyn press conference highlights, details

The latest stop in the Mayweather-McGregor world tour was lackluster, and forced.

Mayweather v McGregor: McGregor roars back to win Round 2 of world tour

Not only did McGregor come back, he came out firing on all cylinders in Toronto.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: McGregor roars back to win Round 2 of world tour

Not only did McGregor come back, he came out firing on all cylinders in Toronto.

Mayweather v McGregor: A heated second leg of the promotional tour

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor faced off once again on Thursday, this time in Toronto.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: A heated second leg of promotional tour

Mayweather v McGregor: Who won the first stop of world tour?

Many expected Mayweather and McGregor to talk over each other, go on expletive-filled tirades and get physical. Some of that happened.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: Coverage of Los Angeles leg of promotional tour

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor kicked off a four-day, four-city, three-country promotional tour in Los Angeles. The event did not disappoint.

UFC 213 results: Robert Whittaker guts through injury to beat Yoel Romero for interim title

Robert Whittaker pulled out a thriller against Yoel Romero for the interim UFC middleweight title at UFC 213.

UFC 213: Amanda Nunes hospitalized; Whittaker vs. Romero new headliner

Sources tell Sporting News that Nunes was cleared by doctors to fight, but didn't feel well enough to step inside the octagon.

Justin Gaethje TKOs Michael Johnson in potential fight of the year at The Ultimate Fighter 25 Finale

Justin Gaethje silenced his critics with a fantastic win over Michael Johnson.

Floyd Mayweather's dad: 'I've got some presents for Conor McGregor'

Floyd Mayweather Sr. has a message for Conor McGregor before he fights his son Floyd Mayweather Jr on Aug. 26 in Las Vegas

UFC 213 fight card: Nunes vs. Shevchenko date, time, PPV price

Amanda Nunes and Valentina Shevechenko are set to headline UFC 213 inside T-Mobile Arena.

Bellator NYC results: Chael Sonnen mauls Wanderlei Silva in main event

Bellator NYC fight card: Sonnen vs. Silva schedule, PPV price

Everything you need to know about Bellator 180 in NYC, featuring Chael Sonnen vs. Wanderlei Silva.

Bellator 180: Phil Davis felt 'a breath of fresh air' when he left UFC

On Saturday night, Bellator will be putting on the biggest show in the history of the company as Bellator NYC takes place at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Germaine de Randamie stripped of title; Cyborg vs. Anderson official for UFC 214

UFC officials have announced that Germaine de Randamie is being stripped of the women's featherweight title, and that Cris "Cyborg" Justino will face Megan Anderson for the belt at UFC 214.

Andre Ward becomes pound-for-pound king, stops Sergey Kovalev

Andre Ward defends his unified light heavyweight titles against former champion Sergey Kovalev in a battle of the top two pound-for-pound fighters in the world.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: What does megafight mean for boxing, MMA?

The pipe dream has come true: Floyd Mayweather will fight Conor McGregor. The Aug. 26 matchup could have repercussions for both men's respective sports.

Mayweather vs. McGregor: Dana White says upset would put UFC star atop sports world

UFC president Dana White did his part to promote Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor. He hyped what a win by McGregor would mean for the MMA superstar.

Miesha Tate backs Demetrious Johnson on UFC beef: 'He’s not wrong'

While none of UFC's bigger, active names will support DJ on his stance, Tate has no problem backing him.

UFC champion Demetrious Johnson: 'UFC’s mistreatment and bullying has finally forced me to speak out’

It's a shame how the UFC treats the best fighter on the planet.

UFC 212 results: Max Holloway TKOs Jose Aldo to become unified featherweight champion

Max Holloway silenced his doubters on Saturday night.

UFC 212: Can Jose Aldo ever shake the Conor McGregor demon?

UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo has earned respect. But he doesn't seem to get it.

UFC 212 fight card: Aldo vs. Holloway date, time, PPV price

Everything you need to know for UFC 212: Aldo vs. Holloway, including fight card and pay-per-view info.

Megan Anderson feels it should be her against Cris 'Cyborg' at UFC 214

The fans are behind, the two combatants are behind it, and if the fight doesn't happen, Anderson would be pretty disappointed.

Germaine de Randamie looks like a coward for refusing to fight 'Cyborg'

Fighters never admit to being afraid to face another human being, but a case can be made that UFC women's featherweight champion Germaine de Randamie fears fighting Cris "Cyborg" Justino.

Cris 'Cyborg' Justino's right to Angela Magana's face one of many wrongs in fighters' beef

Cyborg was fed up with Magana's mean tweets, so she decided to do something about it. The beef has both women looking bad.

NXT proves why it's better than WWE's main roster with TakeOver: Chicago

WWE is getting it right with NXT, so why can't they do right with the main roster?

Paul Daley and Michael Page have physical confrontation after Bellator 179

Paul Daley and Michael Page are the two of the best British MMA fighters. And they nearly came to blows on Friday night.

Bellator 179: Rory MacDonald chokes out Paul Daley in one-sided contest

At Bellator 179, Rory MacDonald showed why he's one of the best welterweights in the world.

Bellator 179: Rory MacDonald vs. Paul Daley is the type of main event Bellator should always have

MacDonald and Daley are two of the most exciting and high-profile fighters in the sport.

Bellator 179 Rory MacDonald vs. Paul Daley: Card, schedule, date, time, TV info

Everything you need to know about MacDonald vs. Daley.

CM Punk offered $1 million to return to pro wrestling

This could be wrestling fans' best chance to see the "Best in the World" inside of a wrestling ring again.

Demetrious Johnson gives sore loser Ronda Rousey great advice: ‘Grow the f— up'

Demetrious Johnson says Ronda Rousey needs to learn that every MMA fighter loses and that she should conduct herself accordingly.

Demetrious Johnson spot on in UFC's 'sheer nonsense' of CM Punk's pay

UFC promotes Demetrious Johnson as the best fighter in the world, but they don't pay him like it.

UFC's Dana White, Luke Rockhold both right in Twitter spat

Luke Rockhold and Dana White both brought up valid points in their very public dispute.

UFC 211: Joanna Jedrzejczyk close to being better than Ronda Rousey

Jedrzejczyk has outlanded her opponents 971-328 in significant strikes in her past six appearances — unheard for any fighter regardless of gender.

UFC 211 fight card, schedule: Stipe Miocic vs. Junior dos Santos date, time, PPV info

Get ready for UFC 211, featuring Miocic vs. dos Santos 2.

UFC 211: Miocic vs. dos Santos prediction, keys to the fight, what to watch for

Who walks out of UFC 211 the king of the heavyweights and the baddest man on the planet?

White issues ultimatum to McGregor to agree to Mayweather fight

UFC president Dana White is running out of patience. He says he wants Conor McGregor to sign on the dotted line soon, as in a couple days' time.

Dana White says he's done waiting, presses Conor McGregor to agree to Floyd Mayweather fight

UFC president Dana White is running out of patience. He says he wants Conor McGregor to sign on the dotted line soon, as in a couple days' time.

Dana White makes right move yanking Bisping vs. GSP, giving Romero title shot

Georges St-Pierre can't decide when he wants to fight, and Yoel Romero deserves his shot against Michael Bisping. Dana White was right to cancel Bisping vs. GSP.

Daniel Cormier needlessly goes on expletive-filled Twitter tirade against Jon Jones, barber

The exchange showed Daniel Cormier cannot keep it together when it comes to Jon Jones. Going off on someone who personally knows Jones and is looking for publicity was not the smartest thing to do.

UFC's move to add women's flyweight division was long overdue

The UFC's decision to add a women's flyweight division was too long in coming, but is a step forward in the right direction.

Dana White says he 'lost' date for Mayweather-McGregor because of Canelo-GGG

Dana White lost the date for his super bout between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather. He doesn't seem to upset about it though.

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.: Start time, TV channel, online streaming

Two long-time rivals are set to square-off on Saturday night.

Berto vs. Porter results: Porter outguns Berto to become No. 1 contender for Keith Thurman

Porter was the busier and more effective fighter on Saturday, as he earned another shot at Keith Thurman.

Whittaker continues his rise up UFC middleweight ranks

Robert Whittaker looks set to earn a shot at the UFC's middleweight strap in the not-to-distant future.

UFC on Fox results: Demetrious Johnson taps out Wilson Reis to retain title; ties title record

A Reis victory would be regarded as one of the biggest upsets in UFC history.

UFC on FOX: Johnson vs. Reis start time, TV info, card, online streaming, details

A Reis victory would be regarded as one of the biggest upsets in UFC history.

Manny Pacquiao's decision to fight Jeff Horn is baffling, disappointing

It could have been Vasyl Lomachenko or Amir Khan. But instead, Pacquiao chooses to fight the relatively unknown Jeff Horn in July. But why?

UFC 210 results: Cormier chokes out Johnson to retain title; has choice words for Jon Jones

Daniel Cormier defends the UFC light heavyweight title against Anthony Johnson at UFC 210.

UFC 210: Four questions that could be answered on Saturday

Can Mousasi and Cormier stay focused?

Vasyl Lomachenko doesn't want to face and beat an 'old' Manny Pacquiao

The comparison between Vasyl Lomachenko and Manny Pacquiao is there, but that doesn't mean the Ukrainian wants to fight the boxing legend.

UFC 210: Jon Jones should keep his mouth shut when it comes to Daniel Cormier, controversies

Jon "Bones" Jones might be the greatest MMA fighter ever, but he should probably keep his mouth shut when it comes to UFC controversies

Daniel Cormier vs. Anthony Johnson at UFC 210: Schedule, time, TV, PPV info

Here's everything you need to know about UFC 210.

UFC 210: Daniel Cormier misses weight, magically loses 1.2 pounds to make title bout official

There's no way humanly possible you can shed 1.2 pounds in 144 seconds. No way, no how.

Bellator 175 results: 'Rampage' Jackson comes up short in rematch against 'King Mo' Lawal

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson wanted to knock out Muhammad "King Mo" Lawal at Bellator 175, but he didn't get his wish, as Lawal won by unanimous decision.

Rampage Jackson vs. King Mo at Bellator 175: Fight card, date, time, TV schedule

Here's everything you need to know about Rampage Jackson vs. King Mo at Bellator 175.

Former WWE champ Alberto Del Rio talks Combate Americas, pro wrestling and more

The current Impact Wrestling star talks recently accepted the role as "El Presidente," the public face for MMA promotion Combate Americas.

Famed MMA coach looking to bring regional MMA back to the forefront

Eric Del Fierro saw the regional MMA scene dying, so he decided to do something about it.

Chael Sonnen vs. Wanderlei Silva grudge match to headline Bellator's first event at MSG

Bellator is coming to the World's Most Famous Arena, and its main event is a strong one.

'GGG' wins narrow decision over Daniel Jacobs to unify middleweight titles

Gennady Golovkin has the middleweight belts after a tough 12-round decision over Daniel Jacobs at New York's Madison Square Garden.

Conor McGregor on Floyd Mayweather fight: I'm going to shock the world

McGregor believes the fight with Mayweather is "getting close."

'GGG' and Jacobs on weight for Saturday's main event clash

Gennady Golovkin (36-0, 33 KO's) will look to remain unbeaten and run his consecutive knockout streak to 24.

Anderson Silva returns to meet Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 212

After disposing of Vitor Belfort in the first round at last Saturday's UFC Fight Night in Fortaleza, Brazil, Kelvin Gastelum said he wanted to go on a legends whipping tour. He wanted the next MMA legend to be Anderson Silva. You wish, you shall receive.

Riot nearly breaks out during MMA event in Dagestan

In something you couldn't script, the fans in crowd rushed the ring and a brawl broke out.

Dana White squashes latest Mayweather vs. McGregor report

The UFC president seems to believe that there's nothing happening between his prized fighter and the boxing great.

Joe Rogan breaks down Mayweather vs. McGregor, says it would be biggest fight ever

If the mega-fight does take place, how would it play out? Joe Rogan has an idea.

Shamrock FC 285 produces spectacular double knockout

A double knockout in mixed martial arts is as rare as a double eagle in golf. But when it happens, it is a sight to see.

Jiu-jitsu ace Mackenzie Dern wants to be bigger than Ronda Rousey

Dern has accomplished everything there is to do in the jiu-jitsu world. Now, she's focused on MMA.

Jiu-jitsu ace Mackenzie Dern wants to be bigger than Ronda Rousey

Dern has accomplished everything there is to do in the jiu-jitsu world. Now, she's focused on MMA.

Tournament-style World Boxing Super Series to award $50M in prize money

The World Boxing Super Series, a revolutionary bracket-style elimination tournament featuring the world`s best boxers and a total of $50 million in prize money, was announced Thursday.

War Machine trial opening statements feature disturbing details

War Machine, born Jonathan Koppenhaver, is facing charges of attempted murder, sexual assault and kidnapping.

WrestleMania 33: WWE sets Bill Goldberg-Brock Lesnar title match as main event

We knew the two would wrestle on the April 2 card. Now we know it will be for Goldberg's Universal championship belt.

UFC 209: Four questions that were answered

Is Tyron Woodley the best welterweight in the world? Well, no, but the best one isn't fighting in that weight class now.

UFC 209 results: Woodley retains title in lackluster fight, boring decision over Thompson

Neither fighter showed too much in a boring UFC 209 main event.

UFC 209: Tyron Woodley vs. Stephen Thompson, start time, TV, online streaming

Who will emerge the UFC Welterweight Champion on Saturday night?

PBC results: Leo Santa Cruz rebounds from loss to regain world title from Carl Frampton

Looks like we're headed towards a rubber match between Santa Cruz and Frampton.

UFC on Fox 23 results: Shevchenko taps out Pena to earn title fight

It is Shevchenko's first submission win in 11 years.

UFC 207 beatdown makes it clear: Time for Ronda Rousey to retire

Rousey became predictable, and watching UFC 207 made it evident she has no reason to still be fighting.

UFC 207 results: Amanda Nunes pummels Ronda Rousey, retains title

UFC 207 ends with Amanda Nunes taking out Ronda Rousey in 48 seconds. The rest of the card was full of more competitive bouts.

UFC 207: Five reasons to watch event led by Rousey-Nunes, Cruz-Garbrandt

Rousey's return to the Octagon is the biggest attraction, but Dominick Cruz vs. Cody Garbrandt in the co-main event is compelling, too.

UFC 207: What can we really expect from Ronda Rousey?

Expecting Ronda Rousey to return and dominate at UFC 207 might be a bit of a pipe dream. No one knows that for sure, though. That uncertainty makes Friday's main event more appealing.

Ronda Rousey vs. Amanda Nunes, UFC 207: Time, TV, online streaming

Ronda Rousey makes her long-awaited return this Friday night in Las Vegas.

UFC on Fox 22 results: Michelle Waterson chokes out Paige VanZant

The second-to-last UFC event of 2016 took place from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif. Paige VanZant was choked out by Michelle Waterson in women's strawweight action.

UFC's Paige VanZant says she's not 'just an MMA fighter'; setting up post-UFC success

VanZant is striving to be the best fighter now, but is simultaneously keeping an eye on her future after she finishes dominating in the octagon.