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50+ min ago (442+ words) Dana White caused a stir with his latest round of big fight announcements. The UFC's $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount will kick off in 2026, and fans now know the huge matchups that will kickstart the new era in Las Vegas on January 24. Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett headline UFC 324 at Las Vegas in competition for the interim lightweight title. That belt is being created amid a hiatus for champion Ilia Topuria due to personal issues. While the matchup promises fireworks, many do not believe it was the right one to make in "El Matador's' absence. In booking the fight, White and the UFC snubbed Arman Tsarukyan, and it's safe to say that the No. 1-ranked contender is less than pleased" Tsarukyan submitted Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar last Saturday, a result that marked his fifth straight win, cemented his spot…...

1+ hour, 1+ min ago (120+ words) Suleiman Otarsultanov, the brother of Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Jamal Otarsultanov, died in an accident. "The Russian Wrestling Federation, athletes and coaches of the Russian national... Suleiman Otarsultanov, the brother of Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Jamal Otarsultanov, died in an accident Suleiman Otarsultanov, the brother of Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Jamal Otarsultanov, died in an accident. "The Russian Wrestling Federation, athletes and coaches of the Russian national freestyle, women's and Greco-Roman wrestling teams sincerely extend their condolences to the Otarsultanov family," the FSB said in a statement. The FSB did not specify any details of the incident. Jamal Otarsultanov, 38, is the Olympic champion in London in the weight category up to 55 kg, a three-time European champion....

2+ hour, 3+ min ago (27+ words) Alex Volkanovski will return to the octagon on home soil for the first time since 2023, the featherweight set for a rematch with Diego Lopes in Sydney....

2+ hour, 38+ min ago (191+ words) Ruiz (35-2, 22 KOs) handed Joshua his first career loss in 2019, with a TKO in the 7th round of their main event at Madison Square Garden in New York City -- one of boxing's biggest upsets ever. That said, we asked Ruiz -- who was distributing turkeys at the New Village Girls Academy Turkey Drive in Los Angeles this week -- if there were any suggestions he'd like to leave for the YouTuber-turned-boxer. "Just get him with the right hand," Ruiz said, "That's what Jake Paul is lookin' for, the right hand, and if he lands, he can do good damage." He also advises Paul to enter the ring "fearless" and not to be scared of Joshua, despite the size difference. "A lot of people underestimate Jake Paul, but in reality, he's a good fighter, and he's dedicated, and that's what I like about him," Ruiz…...

3+ hour, 50+ min ago (462+ words) Friday, 28 Nov 2025 (Reuters) -The Asian Mixed Martial Arts Association (AMMA) on Thursday announced the founding of a global governing body for amateur MMA, with the goal of the sport's inclusion in the Olympic Games. The body, called the Federation of International Mixed Martial Arts (FIMMA), is the latest attempt to bring together the often-fractured MMA landscape and comes after the Olympic Council of Asia announced earlier this year that MMA would debut at the 2026 Asian Games. "Amateur MMA for too long has been divided. It's time to unite our sport and bring it out of the shadow of its professional counterpart," AMMA president Gordon Tang told reporters in Singapore. "FIMMA will stand as a unifying force. We are ready to collaborate with any and all organisations that share our commitment to protecting and promoting the global interests of MMA and…...

4+ hour, 8+ min ago (361+ words) British heavyweight Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva tells the remarkable story of his family history, including the poisoning of his grandad and the attempted assassination of his father, his dad's career as a professional wrestler, and how their journey has led him to boxing. Watch Clarke v TKV live on BBC Two from 20:00 GMT on Saturday 29 November, with live text commentary and undercard action from 18:00 GMT on BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website and app. Poisoning, revenge and wrestling - TKV's family story. Video, 00:04:28Poisoning, revenge and wrestling - TKV's family story Up Next. 'Never label me a thug' - Clarke and TKV face off. Video, 00:02:32'Never label me a thug' - Clarke and TKV face off Wardley & Parker at 'different levels', but will experience pay? Video, 00:03:33Wardley & Parker at 'different levels', but will experience pay? Joshua dismisses Fury's "1m bet for Paul fight. Video, 00:01:17Joshua dismisses Fury's "1m bet for Paul…...

4+ hour, 56+ min ago (418+ words) The booking of the fight has stunned fans. BRIT Paddy Pimblett will fight for UFC gold at the start of 2026. "The Baddy" has surged up the lightweight ranks in double-quick time since debuting in MMA"s top promotion in September 2021. Pimblett has taken out all comers, with his last outing being a one-sided destruction of fan favourite Michael Chandler in April. And the Liverpudlian"s Miami mauling of Chandler has earned him a crack at interim 155lbs gold. Pimblett, 30, will throw down with fan favourite Justin Gaethje in the showpiece bout of UFC 324 in Las Vegas on January 24. The Sin City showdown was officially announced by UFC supremo Dana White late on Thursday night. READ MORE UFC NEWS Best UFC betting sites in the UK - Top UFC bookies ranked (2025) The booking of Pimblett vs Gaethje has stunned many fight fans. Pimblett…...

5+ hour, 20+ min ago (384+ words) For Jones, the moments that truly stick are the genuine exchanges, a quick word, a brief acknowledgment, a piece of encouragement, that carry more weight than any signature he can scribble. During an appearance on Jeff Gluck's "12 Questions" segment in 2019, Jones was asked what advice he would give fans who only have a few seconds with a driver in the garage, with limited time to choose between an autograph, a selfie, or a short comment. "If I remember, when I was a fan, and I would go and try to get autographs, I would always just try to say something to a driver, whether it was, "Good luck," or "Nice job" on this race or that race. I think that means more than any autograph or picture you're going to take,Jones replied. The Legacy Motor Club driver explained that…...

5+ hour, 23+ min ago (464+ words) Cristiano Ronaldo recently revealed his decision to enter the MMA world. He will join Ilia Topuria as the newest shareholder of WOW FC. The soccer legend believes the promotion has a bright future and a strong vision. Ronaldo, 40, remains one of the most famous athletes in the world. He currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Even with'his focus on Al-Nassr and the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, "CR7" has shown love for combat sports. Ronaldo has attended boxing and MMA events. Now, he joins Topuria at WOW FC, where the UFC star has been serving as one of the key faces of the promotion. The promotion operates out of Spain. Topuria lives there. Ronaldo spent nine years in Spain during his time with Real Madrid. Ronaldo praised WOW FC"s direction. He wants to help the brand reach a higher level....

5+ hour, 48+ min ago (284+ words) UFC CEO Dana White has confirmed that Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will fight for the interim UFC lightweight championship at UFC 324." In chief support, Kayla Harrison, the current Women's Bantamweight Champion, will make her first title defense against Amanda Nunes. Nunes ends a two-and-a-half-year retirement to attempt to capture the bantamweight belt for a third time. Harrison won the title with a second-round finish of Julianna Pe'a in June." White also revealed that UFC 325 will take place on January 31 in Sydney, Australia. That will be headlined by featherweight champ Alexander Volkanovski, who will defend his title against Diego Lopes. This bout is a rematch of their clash from April 12, 2025, where Volkanovski defeated Lopes by unanimous decision to claim the vacant featherweight belt." "Saturday, January 24th in Las Vegas kicks off this incredible partnership with Paramount. I am so excited for…...