Conor McGregor is not impressed by Dustin Poirier’s achievements in MMA. The former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion took to Twitter to dispute Poirier’s claim that he is a Hall of Famer, after Poirier suffered a devastating knockout loss to Jorge Masvidal at UFC 291. Poirier, who beat McGregor twice in their trilogy, was interviewed by Ariel Helwani on Monday and said that he didn’t need the BMF belt that Masvidal won, because he was already a Hall of Famer. Helwani agreed with Poirier, saying that he had one of the best resumes in the sport. McGregor, however, disagreed with both of them. He tweeted that Poirier had never won an undisputed title, had lost three title fights, and had only one solid win over him, which was preceded by him getting “pucked around the cage”. He also dismissed Poirier’s second win over him, which came after McGregor broke his leg in the first round. McGregor said that Poirier had done “fuck all” and was not a Hall of Famer. Connor tweeted: "Never won an undisputed title. 0-3 in title fights. I disagree on hall of fame. All due respect he has one solid win over me, where he was getting pucked around the cage before he got it, and then the second off a leg break. He’s done fuck all Ariel. Not hall of fame, no way." McGregor’s tweet sparked a lot of reactions from MMA fans and media, who debated whether Poirier deserved to be in the Hall of Fame or not. Some argued that Poirier had a stellar record of 21-7-1 in the UFC, with wins over some of the best fighters in the lightweight and featherweight divisions, such as Max Holloway, Justin Gaethje, Eddie Alvarez, and Anthony Pettis. They also pointed out that Poirier had won the interim lightweight title in 2019, and had been involved in some of the most exciting and memorable fights in UFC history. Others agreed with McGregor, saying that Poirier had failed to win the undisputed title in three attempts, losing to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Charles Oliveira, and Masvidal. They also said that Poirier’s wins over McGregor were not as impressive as they seemed, given that McGregor was past his prime and had been inactive for most of his UFC career. They also questioned Poirier’s decision to fight Masvidal for the BMF belt instead of waiting for a rematch with Oliveira for the lightweight title.

Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold is aiming for a remarkable showdown in the world of grappling, as he throws down the gauntlet to none other than Georges St-Pierre. Rockhold, who recently delved into BKFC after leaving the UFC, has set his sights on a grappling match with the legendary St-Pierre, expressing his eagerness to take on the former two-division UFC titleholder. In an interview facilitated by his sponsors at OnlyFans, Rockhold minced no words when discussing his interest in the potential matchup. "Georges St-Pierre wants to go, I would go with Georges in a heartbeat," Rockhold stated confidently. However, he cheekily added, "But, if he's smart, probably not. I'm too big and too good for him." Rockhold, 38, acknowledged the potential hurdle of weight, given his size advantage over the 42-year-old St-Pierre. Both fighters have a history of success at 185 pounds, and Rockhold insisted that the weight for their grappling encounter must be around 190 pounds. "I'm not going down below 185 pounds," Rockhold asserted. "Grappling, I wouldn't go below 190. If Georges wants to go, I will meet him at 190 pounds any day of the week. I'd love to do it." Whether the anticipated matchup happens or not, Rockhold made it clear that he would be on the offensive. "I'll go straight for your neck," he declared. "Straight at you. I don't hold back in any way of fighting. I'm going to come for you." As the grappling world eagerly watches, Luke Rockhold's audacious challenge to Georges St-Pierre adds a thrilling layer of intrigue to the upcoming UFC Fight Pass Invitational on Dec. 14. Fans can only imagine the intensity and skills these two former champions would bring to the mats, creating a spectacle that could redefine the boundaries of combat sports.

Joshua Silveira is one of the rising stars in the Professional Fighters League (PFL), a unique MMA organization that features a regular season, playoffs, and championship format. The winner of each weight class gets a $1 million prize and a PFL belt. Silveira, who is a light heavyweight, has already secured his spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 season, after winning both of his regular season bouts by stoppage. He will face Ty Flores on August 4 in San Antonio, Texas, in a fight that could bring him one step closer to his ultimate goal. But Silveira is not fighting for himself. He is fighting for his parents, who immigrated from Brazil and worked hard to give him a better life in America. Silveira told that he would use the $1 million prize to help his parents retire and enjoy their lives. He said: “I’d help my parents first and foremost, help my mom, help my dad, give them a nice chunk of money. They work very hard, they came from Brazil so there’s no price, no gift, no action I could give to thank them for getting me to this country and giving me this opportunity. Being raised in America with Brazilian parents, they really came from nothing and I’m not trying to get a petty story here. Without that piece of my life, I wouldn’t be the man that I am today. So I think a little bit of the $1 million would be a little bit of payment that I’d love to give them back.” Silveira’s mom Grace is a private caterer and employee at a deli while dad Conan is a jujitsu specialist and one of his MMA coaches. Silveira said that he could easily convince his mom to retire, but his dad would be more stubborn. He said: “My mom would be easy because she works at a deli and she does catering on the side so she’s always working. My dad would be hard because he loves what he does. He’s one of my coaches so he’s always at the gym. He loves jujitsu so he’s always teaching jujitsu. He’s always helping people so I think it would be hard for him to retire but I think if I gave him enough money he would take some time off and maybe travel with my mom or something like that.” Silveira is following in his dad’s footsteps as an MMA fighter, but he has also carved his own path in the sport. He is a former LFA light heavyweight and middleweight champion, and has nine of his 11 wins by stoppage. He is also a two-time PFL semi-finalist, having reached the same stage last year before losing to his teammate Omari Akhmedov by decision. Silveira said that he learned a lot from that loss and has improved as a fighter and as a person. He said: “Whether it was a fight or just life in general, life’s about making changes, life’s about growing as a person and I can say 150 per cent I am a completely different animal, a completely different human being. I’m a completely different person because of that loss and I think that loss honestly was a blessing in disguise.” Silveira is confident that he can beat Flores and advance to the final, where he could face either Akhmedov or Cezar Ferreira for the title and the $1 million prize. He said that he is willing to fight anyone in his way, even if they are his friends or teammates.

WWE fans are in for a treat as two former MMA stars will face off in a special “MMA Rules” match at SummerSlam on August 5, 2023. Ronda Rousey, the former UFC women’s bantamweight champion, will take on her former training partner and friend, Shayna Baszler, in a bout that can only end by knockout or submission. Rousey and Baszler have a long history together, dating back to their days as members of the “Four Horsewomen” of MMA, along with Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir. The four women were known for their dominance and loyalty in the sport, often supporting each other in their fights and training sessions. However, things took a turn for the worse when Baszler betrayed Rousey and attacked her during a tag team match on WWE Raw. Baszler claimed that she was tired of living in Rousey’s shadow and that she wanted to prove that she was the better fighter and wrestler. Baszler also mocked Rousey’s MMA career, saying that she was a “better Ronda Rousey” than her. Rousey, who has been one of the top stars in WWE since her debut in 2018, did not take kindly to Baszler’s words and actions. She challenged Baszler to a match at SummerSlam, with the stipulation that it would be under MMA rules. Rousey said that she wanted to show Baszler the “sobering reality” of facing her in a real fight. The match between Rousey and Baszler is expected to be one of the highlights of SummerSlam, which will take place at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Both women have impressive MMA records, with Rousey holding a 12-2 record and Baszler holding a 15-11 record. Both women are also skilled in judo and grappling, making them formidable opponents for each other. Who will emerge victorious in this clash of MMA titans? Will Rousey prove that she is still the best in the business? Or will Baszler shock the world and defeat her former mentor? Find out at SummerSlam, only on WWE Network.

In a surprising twist of events, ONE Championship's CEO, Chatri Sityodtong, has disclosed that the promotion has not made any contact with free agent sensation Michael Page, leaving fight fans wondering about the future of the dynamic British fighter. Page recently revealed his newfound free agent status on The MMA Hour, stating, "I am currently unemployed. It's time for me to explore what else is out there." While he expressed openness to potentially returning to Bellator, the charismatic striker aims to gauge the interest he generates across the MMA landscape. However, Chatri Sityodtong's recent revelation indicates a different dimension to Page's contractual situation. "We haven't reached out yet to Michael Page," Sityodtong stated on Just Scrap Radio. He went on to highlight that, contrary to Page's declaration, the fighter is still seemingly under an "exclusive matching period" for a substantial duration. This unexpected twist leaves fans speculating about the terms of Page's contractual status. Despite the current lack of communication, Sityodtong couldn't help but admire the fighter's skillset and potential fit within the ONE Championship roster. "I think he is a very exciting fighter. I think he is very fun, his skillset would do very well in ONE with the multi-disciplines whether it's mixed martial arts, kickboxing, or muay Thai for Michael Page." Page's impressive record of 21-2 and his highlight-reel style have garnered him widespread recognition in the MMA community. Notably, he secured a TKO victory over Goiti Yamauchi in his most recent outing, showcasing his continuing prowess. While fans eagerly await the next chapter in the career of Michael "MVP" Page, the intriguing situation underscores the unpredictable nature of the fight game and leaves the door wide open for potential exciting matchups and opportunities on the horizon.

In a fiery exchange of words, Justin Gaethje has thrown down the gauntlet to Conor McGregor, challenging the former two-division champion to finally step into the octagon with him. McGregor's recent tweet, boasting of a swift knockout victory over Gaethje, was met with a steely response from the "BMF" titleholder. Fresh off a triumphant victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 291, Gaethje seemed unfazed by McGregor's callout initially, alluding to past rejections and alleged steroid use. Yet, a change in tone was palpable as Gaethje shed light on their history, revealing that the Irish star had turned down six opportunities to face him during his ascent up the lightweight ranks. While McGregor remains enigmatic on the sidelines, amid his role coaching The Ultimate Fighter 31 opposite Michael Chandler, doubts loom over his return. The passing of a drug testing deadline for a potential UFC 296 appearance without an exemption from the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency raises questions about McGregor's commitment to facing Gaethje. Former UFC two-division champion Henry Cejudo weighed in, advising Gaethje to consider the substantial rewards of a clash with McGregor over the victor of the upcoming Makhachev-Oliveira title rematch at UFC 294. Cejudo's bold assertion that the allure of a McGregor payday far outweighs future gold resonates as Gaethje contemplates his next move. “Justin, if I had to choose something, whether I wanted UFC [gold] around my waist, or about $10 million, guess what, I’m going for the $10 million,” Cejudo said on his YouTube channel. As the MMA world awaits McGregor's response, Gaethje's challenge reverberates—a decisive contract awaits McGregor's signature. Will this potential showdown mark Gaethje's seventh time's charm and settle the score, or will McGregor's silence speak volumes? The stage is set for a blockbuster showdown that could redefine legacies and reshape the landscape of the sport.

This Friday at the Arena Coliseo, the former super flyweight world champion Carlos Cuadras reappears. Cuadras, former super flyweight world champion, will have his second fight of this 2023, after he defeated Lamberto Macias in February. Cuadras was the WBC Super Flyweight World Champion, a title he defended 6 times before losing it controversially to Roman Chocolatito Gonzalez. His rival on Friday will be Juan Carlos Mireles, born in Nayarit.

Tijuana has given us great champions and one of them is Raul Jíbaro Perez He made his debut at the age of 17, defeating Jose Alvarado, in his debut year 1984 he had 11 fights, winning 10 by knockout in 1985. He also had 11 fights, winning 8 by knockout and debuted in the USA at Inglewood, defeating Lucilo Nolasco. In 1986 he lost the undefeated losing to Rodolfo Ortega, that same year he defeated rivals like Diego Avila, Prudencio Cardona, James Manning In 1987 he beat rivals like Gaby Cañizales, Jorge Ramirez and tied with Edel Geronimo in California. In 1988 he defeated Wilfredo Vazquez and on October 29 of that year he defeated the undefeated Miguel Lora in Las Vegas to win the WBC Bantamweight title. That title was defended against Lucio Omar Lopez (du), Cardenio Ulloa (ko), Diego Avila (du), Gaby Cañizales (du), Gerardo Martinez (ko), Jose Valdez (E), Candelario Carmona (ko) Until he lost it on February 25, 1991 to Greg Richardson, falling by decision. A little more than 7 months later, he defeated Luis Mendoza by decision, winning his second world title, in this case, the WBA super bantamweight He lost that title in his first defense against Wilfredo Vazquez by knockout In 1994, he sought the WBA super featherweight title on 2 occasions against Genaro Hernandez, tying in the first and being knocked out in the second. On March 31, 2000, the featherweight Fecarbox won his last title as a boxer, knocking out Valentin Lopez. On August 18, 2000, he had his last fight, being knocked out by Hector Velasquez. The jibaro perez is an idol and a warrior who defeated cancer And currently he trains several young people in addition to promoting functions with the promoter jibaros boxing Raul jibaro perez an idol from Tijuana and Mexico

Next saturday we will witness a much anticipated mexican showdown between ex world champion Oscar Valdez against mexican wrecking machine and current WBO super featherweight world champion Emmanuel "Vaquero " Navarrete for what is expected to be a real war. Stay tuned next saturday ladies and gents.

China's heavyweight boxing star Zhilei Zhang rips Tyson Fury: "Look at Tyson Fury, he avoided Anthony Joshua, he avoided Oleksandr Usyk. He chose to fight somebody who has never been in the ring before. "Ngannou is a novice, he's just turning pro. Yes he's a UFC champion and I have respect for him, but when it comes to the ring it's a different story. "So Tyson Fury I think is a disgrace to the sport of boxing. Shame on him." -Zhilei Zhang I cant say I disagree with the man.

Robert Whittaker's ancestry as a fighter born in New Zealand was once questioned by Israel Adesanya back in 2019, who has now apologized for it. The middleweight champion and Dricus du Plessis are at odds right now about the fact that there haven't been any'real' African champions in the UFC yet. But going back to the time when Adesanya dissed Whittaker in similar fashion the Champ said “Funny enough, someone brought it to my attention that I did the same thing to Rob,” Adesanya said on The Halfcast Podcast. “And I was like, ‘True, I did, because I called him a mozzie.’ And I was like, ‘F*ck, they’re right.’ But guess what? I was wrong. That’s called growth. I learned. I realized that’s – how’s this, a black guy, telling this f*cking Maori that, ‘Nah, you’re not a f*cking true Kiwi because you live in Australia.’ That’s stupid. So again, this is called growth. Israel Adesanya has apologised for his error in questioning Robert Whittaker's ancestry. He is now enraged by du Plessis for making the same claim that Adesanya is not a "real" African champion since he does not reside in Africa or train there. He is also annoyed by the face that he won't be facing Dricus Du Plesis at UFC 293 which takes place in Sydney in Septmeber. The most obvious choice for Adesanya would be Sean Strickland but negotiations are still on going because the American wants to get paid more for a title fight.

George Dixon, born July 29, 1870, was the first Black world champion in boxing history. Despite his small stature, Dixon amassed several notable accomplishments across a 20-year career and was the first boxer to win championships in multiple weight classes. This man was a real fighter and a champ in different divisions , read about him he was the real deal.