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Page: Feed: --- ## [Umar Nurmagomedov Makes Bold Prediction for Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili III at UFC 333](https://nyfights.com/news/umar-nurmagomedov-merab-dvalishvili-ufc-333/) _2026-08-25 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ With UFC 333 set to host the trilogy between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili, the Dagestani has backed his fellow Russian to pick up the win. ## [Islam Makhachev Wonders What UFC Records Are Left to Break, Reveals At Least Three Tough Challengers Ahead](https://nyfights.com/news/islam-makhachev-ufc-welterweight-challenges/) _2026-08-25 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ With his welterweight title defense at UFC 330, Islam Makhachev admits the depth of the current 170lbs crop with three more challenges. ## [Mike Tyson Pushes for One Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury Location Where He Cannot Go](https://nyfights.com/boxing/worldwide/mike-tyson-push-anthony-joshua-tyson-fury-london/) _2026-08-25 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ Mike Tyson finally broke his silence as the Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury megafight remains stuck in limbo, with both sides still fighting to decide on a venue. While Saudi organizers and streaming partner Netflix are pushing for the fight to be staged at Madison Square Garden in the US, Eddie Hearn wants to arrange \[…\] ## [Itauma vs Hrgovic Fight Week Schedule](https://nyfights.com/boxing/itauma-vs-hrgovic-fight-week-schedule/) _2026-08-24 · Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor · NY FIGHTS_ It's time to find out if the hype is real about Moses Itauma. ## [Jorge Masvidal Teases UFC Return Against Leon Edwards in Long-Awaited Rubber Match](https://nyfights.com/news/jorge-masvidal-teases-ufc-return/) _2026-08-24 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Nearly 3 years after his UFC retirement, Jorge Masvidal is hoping for a big comeback against Leon Edwards in the near future. ## [7 UFC Superfights That Never Happened](https://nyfights.com/news/7-ufc-superfights-that-never-happened/) _2026-08-24 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ From Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou to Brock Lesnar vs. Fedor Emelianenko, here are 7 of the biggest UFC fights that never came to fruition. ## [UFC Lightweight Division Faces Major Shakeup as Top Contender Waits on Contract](https://nyfights.com/news/charles-oliveira-waits-for-next-ufc-fight/) _2026-08-24 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ Charles Oliveira has returned to the gym and wants one more fight before the end of the year. The BMF champion took an extended break from training following the sudden death of his close friend Allan Nascimento in early August. The tragedy forced Oliveira to withdraw from a highly anticipated rematch against Arman Tsarukyan. Now \[…\] ## [Reality of UFC Pay Exposed as Debut Winner Heads Back to Home Depot](https://nyfights.com/news/stan-dorsainvil-ufc-sacramento-debut-win-pay/) _2026-08-24 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ Stan “The Drill” Dorsainvil moved to 6-0 as a professional fighter on Saturday night. He secured a unanimous decision victory in his UFC debut, walking out to the cage as the Golden 1 Center crowd chanted his name. By Monday, he returned to his shift at Home Depot. The 26-year-old lightweight swept the judges’ scorecards \[…\] ## [Charles Oliveira Addresses Diego Lopes BMF Title Fight Rumors for UFC 334](https://nyfights.com/news/charles-oliveira-addresses-ufc-334-bmf/) _2026-08-24 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ After pulling out of UFC 331 against Arman Tsarukyan, Charles Oliveira shuts down rumors of a booked fight for the BMF title at MSG. ## [Tyson Fury Sends Clear ‘Don’t Care’ Message to Eddie Hearn as Anthony Joshua Fight Appears Bleak](https://nyfights.com/boxing/worldwide/tyson-fury-sends-message-to-eddie-hearn-over-anthony-joshua-fight/) _2026-08-24 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ The “Battle of Britain” between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is on the brink of collapse due to a promotional tug-of-war over a Saudi/UFC-backed Nov. 20 date at Madison Square Garden. In response, Fury delivered an X-rated tirade recently, demanding promoters stop making excuses and signaling he doesn’t care who delivers the final paperwork as \[…\] ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/VePRLhY1Ut5G) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [Conor McGregor and Max Holloway Trade Barbs Over ‘Delusional’ Claims and Who Looks Older](https://nyfights.com/news/conor-mcgregor-and-max-holloway-ufc-329/) _2026-08-23 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ It’s been one month since UFC 329, but Conor McGregor and Max Holloway are already back to trading jabs and trolling each other on social media. ## [Joe Rogan Names UFC Legend Who Could Have Been a Nightmare for Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev at 155lbs](https://nyfights.com/news/joe-rogan-bj-penn-lightweight-ufc-nightmare/) _2026-08-22 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Joe Rogan believes a "prime" B.J. Penn would have been a force to reckon with for the Dagestani duo in the lightweight division. ## [‘Kids Don’t Feel Safe’: Former UFC Champion’s Ex-Wife Hits Back Hard After Shocking Accusation](https://nyfights.com/news/ufc-chuck-liddell-heidi-northcott-custody-battle/) _2026-08-22 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Chuck Liddell’s custody battle with his ex-wife, Heidi Northcott, took a shocking turn this week. After Liddell accused Northcott of hiding their daughter, she spoke out with serious allegations of her own against the UFC legend. UFC Legend Chuck Liddell’s Ex-Wife Reveals Daughter’s Severe Anxiety “The Iceman” helped bring MMA \[…\] ## [Mike Malott Has a Chance to End Canada’s MMA Star Drought Against Joaquin Buckley at UFC Edmonton](https://nyfights.com/news/mike-malott-has-a-chance-to-end-canadas-mma-star-drought-against-joaquin-buckley-at-ufc-edmonton/) _2026-08-22 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ The decline of Canadian MMA can largely be traced back to the void left by Georges St-Pierre and the failed passing of the torch to his supposed successor, Rory MacDonald. Back in the late 2000s, Canada was basically the “Mecca” of MMA. GSP’s dominance turned Canadian UFC events into massive attractions like UFC 83 and \[…\] ## [Rolly vs Teofimo: Preview and Prediction](https://nyfights.com/boxing/rolly-vs-teofimo-preview-and-prediction/) _2026-08-22 · Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor · NY FIGHTS_ Will power or skill prevail between Rolly Romero and Teofimo Lopez? ## [Amanda Serrano Digs Deep For Win, Denied KO Record](https://nyfights.com/boxing/amanda-serrano-digs-win-denied-ko-record/) _2026-08-22 · Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor · NY FIGHTS_ Amanda Serrano did what champions do: find a way to win. ## [NY Fights Interview: Teofimo Lopez Jr. Rebuilds](https://nyfights.com/boxing/ny-fights-interview-teofimo-lopez-jr-rebuilds/) _2026-08-21 · Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor · NY FIGHTS_ Teofimo Lopez Jr. is shouldering more responsibility and he couldn't be happier about it. ## [Kevin Owens Says His Parents Will Be Ringside for His Championship Match](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/wwe/kevin-owens-cm-punk-parents-ringside/) _2026-08-21 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ Kevin Owens is currently set to challenge CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship on the August 21, 2026 edition of WWE SmackDown. Owens became the #1 contender for the title at WWE SummerSlam when he defeated Sami Zayn, Gunther, and Finn Balor. Owens announced that he’ll have his World Title match in Toronto against \[…\] ## [Santos Escobar Says Nick Khan Apologized For WWE’s Treatment Of His Character Prior To Re-Signing In 2025](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/wwe/santos-escobar-nick-khan-apologize/) _2026-08-21 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ Santos Escobar recalls a conversation with Nick Khan, where the WWE President personally apologized to him for how the company treated his on-screen character. For those who don’t know, Santos Escobar originally joined WWE in 2019 as El Hijo del Fantasma. He made his NXT debut a few months later and ultimately joined the main \[…\] ## [Boxing Legacy on the Line for Amanda Serrano Friday](https://nyfights.com/boxing/boxing-legacy-amanda-serrano-friday/) _2026-08-21 · Gayle Falkenthal, Boxing Editor · NY FIGHTS_ Amanda Serrano hopes to set two world records and claim two firsts with a knockout win on Friday. ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CcYnStCRLRUf) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Report: Ilja Dragunov Leaves WWE As Contract Expires](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/wwe/ilja-dragunov-wwe-contract-expire/) _2026-08-20 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ A major story in wrestling today has been Ilja Dragunov’s departure from WWE. This report first came from PWInsider, with Fightful Select and False Finish later confirming the same as well. Ilja Dragunov had been working for WWE for six years, first starting at NXT UK in 2019. In 2024, Dragunov made his main roster \[…\] ## [Nikki Bella Says She Needs To Be Prepared For More WWE Segments With Paige To Be Cut](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/wwe/nikki-bella-paige-segment-cuts/) _2026-08-20 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ Nikki Bella says she needs to be prepared if more segments from her rivalry with Paige get cut in WWE. For those who don’t know, Paige was set to address Nikki Bella’s SummerSlam betrayal this past week on SmackDown. Paige had announced she’d do that on the show, but there was no such segment on \[…\] ## [Arman Tsarukyan Takes Another Shot at Ilia Topuria With Disrespectful Fight Suggestion](https://nyfights.com/news/arman-tsarukyan-ilia-topuria-ufc-return/) _2026-08-20 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Arman Tsarukyan pitches a shocking return fight for Ilia Topuria in the form of Michael Chandler after UFC Freedom 250 disaster. ## [Adam Copeland Shares His Take On Whether Roman Reigns Is Overrated](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/adam-copeland-roman-reigns-overrated/) _2026-08-20 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ Adam Copeland speaks on Roman Reigns being overrated. Almost every main event calibre wrestler has been called overrated by fans at some point in their career. When fans look back at the Attitude Era, there is usually a discussion about stars like Austin and The Rock being overrated today, or the era itself. When John \[…\] ## [Arman Tsarukyan Names the One Fighter Who Could End Islam Makhachev’s 17-Fight UFC Winning Streak](https://nyfights.com/news/arman-tsarukyan-islam-makhachev-ufc-loss/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Arman Tsarukyan believes a "prime" Kamaru Usman could have given Islam Makhachev a run for his money at welterweight. ## [Jon Jones Takes Aim at Islam Makhachev’s Growing MMA GOAT Case After UFC 330](https://nyfights.com/news/jon-jones-goat-islam-makhachev-ufc/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Despite Islam Makhachev defending the 170lbs belt at UFC 330, Jon Jones thinks the Dagestani is nowhere close to being the MMA GOAT. ## [Jean Silva Handed New UFC Noche Opponent After Yair Rodriguez Pulls Out](https://nyfights.com/news/jean-silva-new-ufc-noche-yair-rodriguez/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Jean Silva will now face the #14-ranked Jose Delgado at UFC Noche after Yair Rodriguez pulled out from the event due to undisclosed reasons. ## [Alexander Volkanovski Addresses Retirement Talk Ahead of UFC 333 Showdown](https://nyfights.com/news/alexander-volkanovski-retirement-ufc-333/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ With Alexander Volkanovski set to turn 38 ahead of UFC 333, the reigning 145lbs champion talked about potential retirement. ## [Carlos Prates Signs 8-Fight UFC Deal, Confirms He’s Next for Islam Makhachev](https://nyfights.com/news/carlos-prates-new-ufc-deal-islam-makhachev/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ After watching Islam Makhachev beat Ian Garry at UFC 330 cageside, Carlos Prates confirms he is next for the Dagestani champion. ## [Trish Stratus Praises Candice LeRae, Says She ‘Deserves So Much More Of A Spotlight’](https://nyfights.com/pro-wrestling/wwe/trish-stratus-candice-lerae-praise/) _2026-08-19 · I.S. Roarke · NY FIGHTS_ Trish Stratus says she was excited to wrestle Candice LeRae last year in WWE. For those who don’t know, Stratus made her WWE return in 2023 after a two-year hiatus from the company. Her first match took place at Royal Rumble, where she participated in the Women’s Rumble match. A month later, she teamed up \[…\] ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/U9PwgtSVeAVl) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Jon Jones Accuses Daniel Cormier of ‘Jealousy’ After Khabib Nurmagomedov GOAT Comments](https://nyfights.com/news/jon-jones-daniel-cormier-khabib-nurmagomedov-goat-debate/) _2026-08-19 · Sami Haider · NY FIGHTS_ The Jon Jones–Daniel Cormier feud remains the most bitter rivalry in MMA history, and it flared up yet again this week over an all-time ranking debate. Bad blood between them dates back to a backstage clash in 2012. It quickly escalated into two historic title fights, with Jones winning both in 2015 and 2017 alongside \[…\] ## [Sean Strickland Roasts Tyron Woodley Amid Din Thomas’ Corner Retirement Controversy](https://nyfights.com/news/sean-strickland-roasts-tyron-woodley-ufc/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ After Din Thomas’ treatment of Gillian Robertson drew a harsh response from Sean Strickland, Tyron Woodley stepped in to defend his friend. ## [Max Holloway Appears to Take Shot at Ali Abdelaziz Amid Islam Makhachev Double-Belt Feud](https://nyfights.com/news/max-holloway-islam-makhachev-feud-ufc-330-belts/) _2026-08-19 · Kshitiz Kumar Singh · NY FIGHTS_ Max Holloway fires back at the "face" running Islam Makhachev's social media accounts amidst feud regarding double belt celebration.