WBC has ordered Regis Prograis fight his mandatory challenger #1 ranked contender Spain's Sandor Martín. Martin has a fight in Italy on july 15th against Arblin Kaba. If WBC has ordered the fight , Martín would have to cut a deal with Kaba and cancel that fight to fight Prograis as soon as possible. Its funny to me how the WBC works because for example you have Charlo that hasnt defended his title in 2 years and nothing happends yet they are being strict on Prograis that just fought a few days ago.

To be brutally honest I really dont know what to believe anymore when its about Canelo. According to some sources Canelo v.s Charlo is now official. Undisputed Unified world supermiddleweight champion Canelo Álvarez will defend his titles (WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF) against the WBC middleweight champion Jermall Charlo. If its official I can just hear the fan critisize Canelo for fighting a fighter thats been out for 2 years and coming off a back injury. I understand Charlo he is going for all the gold (WBC, WBA ,IBF, WBO) and ofcourse the biggest payday in his carreer. These decisions make boxing fans walk away because of the unfair situatións in boxing fights and the fighters accepting just to make a good payday. Knowing Canelo he will put a rehydration clause on Charlo.

Khai Wu, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's lead MMA trainer, has joined the PFL roster and might make his debut by the end of 2023. Wu's signing was revealed by the PFL on Monday. Wu has recently taught Zuckerberg kickboxing and other MMA techniques. Wu is holding pads for Zuckerberg as he practises MMA, according to video that Zuckerberg has shared. Wu has a 7-4 record in professional mixed martial arts, including a victory over Kimbert Alintozon in February. Throughout his career, he has competed in promotions including Bellator, CCW, and WOTD. Wu made his professional MMA debut in February 2018 at RFC Way of the Dragon 1, winning by first-round knockout. The majority of his MMA fights have been at the bantamweight division, and he'll probably compete in the PFL at featherweight. In part because of Wu's instruction, Zuckerberg has grown to appreciate MMA over time. He recently took first place in his first event and is a skilled Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. By the end of the year, Wu anticipates competing in the PFL for the first time, possibly on the PFL Championships schedule. In recent days, the league has also signed notable prospects like Solomon Renfro.

The UFC is set to ignite Boston with an explosive bantamweight showdown as former champion Henry Cejudo locks horns with Marlon "Chito" Vera at UFC 292 on August 19. The announcement of this thrilling matchup came straight from the mouth of UFC President Dana White, who shared the news via ESPN on Monday, generating immense excitement among fight fans. After a three-year retirement, Cejudo made his highly anticipated return to the Octagon in May. Despite a valiant effort, the former bantamweight kingpin fell short in his quest to reclaim the 135-pound throne, suffering a split decision loss to Aljamain Sterling. Unwilling to waste any time, Cejudo expressed his desire to compete again promptly. However, his first choice of opponent, Merab Dvalishvili, was sidelined due to hand surgery and would only be available in the fall. As fate would have it, Cejudo will now face Vera on the same night that Sterling defends his title against the electrifying Sean O'Malley in the main event. This stacked fight card promises an evening of adrenaline-fueled action for MMA enthusiasts. Vera, who eagerly accepted the challenge, looks to rebound after a setback in his most recent outing against Cory Sandhagen in March. The defeat halted his impressive four-fight winning streak, during which he dispatched notable names like Dominick Cruz, Rob Font, and Frankie Edgar. By tangling with Cejudo, Vera aims to add yet another marquee victory to his resume, further solidifying his rise up the bantamweight ranks. UFC 292 in Boston is set to showcase the raw talent and relentless drive of two formidable bantamweight warriors. Cejudo, with his remarkable Olympic wrestling pedigree, will test his skills against Vera's versatile striking and submission prowess. Expect lightning-fast exchanges, technical brilliance, and an unwavering hunger for victory as these elite athletes lay it all on the line. As the date draws near, fight fans eagerly anticipate a memorable night of electrifying clashes. UFC 292 is poised to deliver an unforgettable display of skill, heart, and determination, headlined by the pulsating bantamweight clash between Cejudo and Vera. Get ready to witness the Octagon erupt in Boston as these warriors step inside the cage to etch their names in the annals of MMA history.

Saudi Arabia is doing everything it can to get the next big boxing contests, including Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder. Amer Abdallah, the head of boxing at Skill Challenge Entertainment, told the Daily Express that boxing promoters in Saudi Arabia take their engagement in the sport very seriously and are willing to pay a lot of money. "Tyson wants the fight, from what I understand. I know George [Warren] wants the fight and Frank [Warren] wants the fight at Queensberry," Amer Abdallah said. "Usyk definitely wants the fight. AJ wants the fight. Eddie [Hearn] wants the fight. Shelly [Finkel] wants the fight. "Deontay wants the fight. I mean, there's nothing that should prevent this from happening. "It's going to be a premium price, and we're going to offer it to these guys and pay them their market value, if not, maybe even a little bit more. "We're going to put on great fights and a great event. If anything prevents this fight from happening it's because certain individuals don't want the fight to happen, it won't be because the money isn't there."

In an eagerly anticipated clash set to electrify fight fans, the UFC is eyeing a high-stakes flyweight battle between Kai Kara-France and Manel Kape at UFC 293, marking the promotion's return to Sydney, Australia in September. Multiple sources close to the matter have confirmed the potential matchup, with verbal agreements in place and contracts expected to be finalized soon. This exciting news was initially revealed by the UFC's broadcasting partner ESPN. Kai Kara-France, known for his lightning-quick style and aggressive approach, is determined to rebound after experiencing his first two-fight losing streak since joining the UFC ranks. Having triumphed in three consecutive bouts from March 2021 to March 2022, the tenacious "Don't Blink" secured an interim flyweight title fight against Brandon Moreno at UFC 277 last July but fell short, succumbing to a third-round stoppage. Currently ranked fifth in the flyweight division, Kara-France recently headlined UFC Vegas 74, engaging in a fiercely debated split decision loss against Amir Albazi. Meanwhile, Manel Kape, a former RIZIN champion and currently ranked ninth in the UFC flyweight rankings, is riding high on a three-fight win streak and seeking to seize this pivotal opportunity. Kape's ascent has been hindered by unfortunate circumstances, with his scheduled bout against Alex Perez at UFC San Antonio in March being canceled just hours before the event due to Perez's untimely withdrawal. Furthermore, his anticipated showdown with multiple-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 290 was derailed due to Figueiredo's injury. Although the official main event for UFC 293 has yet to be announced, all eyes are on the dynamic middleweight champion Israel Adesanya. UFC President Dana White has hinted that Adesanya will face the winner of the UFC 290 matchup between Robert Whittaker and Dricus Du Plessis, adding a layer of anticipation and intrigue to the upcoming Sydney event. As the return of the UFC to Sydney draws near, fight enthusiasts are bracing themselves for a breathtaking night of high-level mixed martial arts action. With the flyweight clash between Kai Kara-France and Manel Kape as a prominent feature, fans can expect lightning-fast strikes, relentless determination, and a display of technical brilliance. UFC 293 is poised to deliver an unforgettable night of fights, punctuated by an explosive flyweight showdown that will leave fans on the edge of their seats.

Marcos Andrew Navarro has always loved competition, ever since he was young doing some wrestling in school, then he was introduced to the world of Jui-Jitsu and submission grappling and he was hooked. He dedicated 20 years to grappling, which was worth every minute, he has won numerous tournaments around the United States and in Europe. He has won submission grappling tournaments from lightheavyweight- heavyweight and becoming a 4 time world Jui-Jitsu champion in the North American Grappling Association (NAGA). Having accomplished so much in the grappling world he wants to one day compete in the UFC, but knew he needed striking to be more well rounded so he started trainning boxing in Mexicali, México. He fell in love with boxing and fast foward 2 years and he made his profesional boxing debut in San Luis Rc, Sonora México winning by KO. A year later he fought in Lázaro Cárdenas Michoacán, México and won again by KO. He said he wants to stick to boxing a little more until he makes his transition to MMA. Here is a clear example that you can teach an old dog new tricks.

30 years ago today in 1993 we saw a young 20 year old puerto rican star born. Felix "Tito" Trinidad KO'ed then IBF welterweight world champion Maurice Blocker. Since the very first bell rang Trinidad went for the KO making it hard on champion Blocker who was knocked out in the second round from Trinidad's famous left hook right hand combo. That night we saw a star being born that went on and dominated the welterweight and superwelterweight divisions, becoming a fan favorite by fighting the best in his day. His impresive resume includes Oscar De La Hoya, Pernel Whitaker, Campas, Fernando Vargas , Blocker, Joppy, Mayorga, Roy Jones Jr and Bernard Hopkins. He is still regarded as one of the best to come out of Puerto Rico.

Golden Boy Promotions, run by Oscar De La Hoya, has sued Ryan Garcia, the star performer for the company. On Friday, a week after Garcia's legal team gave the promotions a demand letter alleging that they had broken contractual commitments, the case was submitted in the U.S. District Court of Nevada. Allegations centred on a conflict between Garcia's agreement and GBP's exclusive contract with DAZN. According to the 10-page complaint, as reported by Boxing Scene, Garcia's lawyer has directly hindered Golden Boy's capacity to interact with Garcia and has prohibited him from negotiating the best deals. The promoter also charges Valencia with meddling with the negotiations for Garcia's fight with Davis, which has been his most important matchup to date. Additionally, it is said that she stopped the Mexican-American fighter from negotiating with promoters and potential opponents. In the document, Golden Boy describes Garcia's position as "absurd" because his promotional agreement is null and invalid and cannot be enforced. "Golden Boy has been proud to have worked with Ryan Garcia for the last several years and to help catapult him to the kind of stardom that led to the biggest pay-per-view event in years just two months ago," Golden Boy said in a statement released to multiple media outlets. "With this filing, we are seeking to ensure that Ryan and his team will honor the remainder of his contract, a contract that Ryan himself called 'one of the most lucrative boxing deals for a prospect in the history of the sport.' "Since then, Ryan has moved on to becoming a legitimate contender, and we will continue to present Ryan with the best possible opponents that can eventually lead the way to a world championship and historic legacy.

Jared Cannonier wants another title opportunity and is willing to fight anyone to get it. In the main event of UFC Vegas 75 on Saturday night, Cannonier gave possibly the best performance of his career, defeating Marvin Vettori by unanimous decision. The victory solidified Cannonier's status as one of the best middleweights in the world, and he thinks it immediately puts him back in the title race. “The way I see the immediate future going, Robert [Whittaker] is going to fight Dricus [Du Plessis]; I know Israel [Adesanya] wants to fight Dricus so bad, but I feel with my performance, as far as the guys who make that decision go, I’m sure that puts my name well up there in that area,” Cannonier said at Saturday’s UFC Vegas 75 post-fight press conference. “I’m not really concerned myself with what may or may not be, I’m just going to focus on the next fight. I’m going to get back in the gym, get back to making myself better, get back to improving on my skills, and worry about the next fight.” At UFC 290, Whittaker will square off against Du Plessis in a No. 1 contender's contest, leaving Cannonier without a clear next foe. Fortunately, Khamzat Chimaev is one moniker that fans have taken a particular liking to.

Former UFC flyweight title contender John Dodson is about to embark on a new chapter in his combat sports journey, as he gears up to compete for the inaugural flyweight championship in the bare-knuckle arena. The Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship made an exciting announcement on Thursday, revealing that Dodson will square off against JR. Ridge in a highly anticipated showdown for the flyweight title at BKFC 48. The event is scheduled to take place on August 11 at the Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dodson, a two-time challenger for the UFC flyweight title, fell short in his bids to dethrone Demetrious Johnson in 2013 and 2015. After his second defeat, Dodson moved up to the bantamweight division, where he competed for several years. However, last year, he returned to the 125-pound weight class, making his BKFC debut with an impressive 40-second victory over Ryan Benoit. Dodson followed up on his success by securing a 1:41-second knockout of former interim bantamweight champion Jarod Grant at KnuckleMania 3, solidifying his shot at the flyweight title. In stark contrast, Ridge has built his entire career within the BKFC organization. The 37-year-old Filipino fighter is currently riding a two-fight winning streak in the promotion, with his most recent victory coming against Chance Wilson at BKFC 32. Ridge's impressive performances have earned him the opportunity to face off against Dodson for the coveted flyweight title. While no additional fights have been announced for the BKFC 48 fight card at this time, the forthcoming clash between Dodson and Ridge promises to be a thrilling affair. Both fighters will undoubtedly bring their unique skills and relentless spirit to the squared circle, aiming to etch their names in the history books as the first-ever BKFC flyweight champion. As Dodson looks to add a new accolade to his impressive combat sports resume, the bare-knuckle landscape welcomes his electrifying presence. Fans of the sport can eagerly anticipate the clash of styles and sheer determination that will unfold when Dodson and Ridge step into the ring on August 11. With the flyweight title on the line, BKFC 48 promises to deliver a night of thrilling bare-knuckle action, and both Dodson and Ridge will leave no stone unturned as they vie for championship glory.

Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is ready to prove he's the "baddest motherf**ker" in the UFC if his highly anticipated rematch with Islam Makhachev doesn't materialize. Volkanovski, who recently challenged Makhachev for the lightweight championship but fell short, is willing to vie for the coveted "BMF" belt in the interim. Following his intense battle with Makhachev at UFC 284, Volkanovski is set to drop back down to featherweight and face interim champ Yair Rodriguez on July 8 at UFC 290. However, just three weeks later, the vacant "BMF" title will be up for grabs when Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje collide in the main event at UFC 291 on July 29. Volkanovski, never one to back down from a challenge, has expressed his keen interest in taking on the winner. In a candid conversation on Israel Adesanya's YouTube channel, Volkanovski voiced his desire for the ultimate test of badassery. He stated: "At the end of the day, fight anyone, anywhere, anytime. Who's the ruler of the badasses? It's the guys that will fight injured and consistently, guys like Israel Adesanya, like myself. … That's something that I'd love to do. I'd do it anywhere, any place, any time. Maybe a 'BMF' belt fight while – if Islam is there doing his thing, and then we do our immediate rematch after, then I can have three belts. I'd love that. Featherweight, 'BMF' belt, and that lightweight belt." Poirier and Gaethje have already showcased their exceptional skills in a Fight of the Year barnburner in 2018, where Poirier emerged victorious with a Round 4 stoppage. Volkanovski, sharing his insights on the impending rematch, slightly leans towards Poirier to come out on top once again. "If I had to lean toward someone, I feel like I'd start leaning toward Poirier," Volkanovski said. "He obviously won the last time they fought, and I think I'd probably lean toward Dustin. But I mean, you can't tell me that Justin Gaethje can't catch him. And then you've seen even in Justin's last fight, his fitness held on obviously fighting (Rafael) Fiziev, (who) slowed down a bit, and Justin started pouring it on. So he might even be there the whole time, but I just think that you know that Dustin can go the five rounds, and he probably gets more and more technical as the fight goes on." While Volkanovski's immediate focus remains on his upcoming bout with Rodriguez, the prospect of a "BMF" title fight adds another layer of excitement to his career trajectory. With his unwavering determination and fighting spirit, the featherweight champ is ready to leave no doubt about his status as one of the UFC's most formidable warriors. Whether it's an epic rematch with Makhachev or a battle for the "BMF" belt, Alexander Volkanovski continues to prove that he is a force to be reckoned with, and his indomitable spirit resonates throughout the Octagon.