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UFC veteran Jared Gordon sparred with an internet troll named Rohan on a live-streamed session, dominating the exchange with strikes and ending the spar when a head kick rattled his taunter.
Sean Strickland blasted Khamzat Chimaev after Chimaev posted a brief sparring clip, calling him a 'little f*cking rat' and saying Strickland only sparred once; Strickland accuses Chimaev of avoiding tougher sparring and notes the UFC booked their fight as a fresh, meaningful matchup, with Strickland praising the bout’s relevance in the division.
Shakur Stevenson was impressed by Jake Paul's boxing skills after sparring with him, noting he's better than many expect, despite Paul's late start in boxing. Stevenson also discussed upcoming fights, including Joshua vs. Paul and his own bout with Teofimo Lopez, expressing respect for Paul's challenge and confidence in his own abilities.
A fighter who observed a sparring session between Canelo Alvarez and Jaron Ennis revealed that Canelo dominated the session, suggesting he gained an advantage in their training ahead of Canelo's upcoming fight with Terence Crawford.
UFC lightweight contender Dan Hooker had a sparring session with popular YouTuber IShowSpeed in New Zealand, where Hooker dominated despite Speed's requests for modified rules, including no kicks or submissions and using larger boxing gloves. The session, streamed live on Speed's channel, saw Hooker easily overpower Speed, even in a 2-on-1 scenario. Hooker later praised Speed's courage, while Speed continues his trend of challenging athletes in their own sports.
Popular streamer IShowSpeed challenged UFC lightweight veteran Dan Hooker to a sparring session at City Kickboxing in New Zealand. Despite being dropped by body shots early on, IShowSpeed continued to spar with Hooker, who was notably going easy on him. The session ended with mutual respect between the two, as IShowSpeed acknowledged Hooker's skill. Meanwhile, Hooker, on a three-fight winning streak, is planning his next UFC appearance around the birth of his child, potentially fighting in January or March.
Mike Tyson is set to face Jake Paul in an eight-round boxing match on November 15 at AT&T Stadium, with the event being broadcast live on Netflix. Despite concerns about the 58-year-old Tyson's return to the ring, recent training footage shows him still possessing significant punching power, as evidenced by him dropping a sparring partner with a left hook. This fight marks Tyson's return to the ring after his last exhibition bout in 2020, while Paul last fought in July against Mike Perry.
Former UFC star Nate Diaz traded an autograph for a sparring session with a fan on a city sidewalk, showcasing his enduring popularity and playful spirit. Despite leaving the UFC in 2022, Diaz remains a major figure in combat sports, with potential future fights, including a possible trilogy with Conor McGregor. Diaz recently secured his first professional boxing win against Jorge Masvidal, following a loss to Jake Paul. Fans seeking Diaz's autograph might find themselves in an impromptu sparring match with the fighter.
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland delivered a brutal sparring beatdown to streaming influencer Sneako at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas, with the session being waved off by UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin after Sneako took a series of massive left hands. Despite the one-sided nature of the sparring, Sneako did not go down and received respect from Strickland after the session. The event was streamed online and attended by both individuals, who also participated in campaign events for former U.S. president Donald Trump in Las Vegas.
Eric Trump, son of former US President Donald Trump, engaged in a heated exchange with a lawyer during a fraud case brought by the New York attorney-general. The lawyer accused Eric Trump of refusing to answer questions during a deposition, while Eric Trump's legal team argued that the questions were irrelevant and politically motivated. The case revolves around allegations that the Trump Organization inflated the value of its assets to obtain loans and tax benefits.
Unified welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr.'s legendary sparring session with Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2013 showcased his competitiveness and set him on the path to greatness. Despite the lack of video evidence, accounts from witnesses describe a fierce and intense session that went beyond typical sparring. Spence's refusal to back down and his impressive performance gained Mayweather's respect. Now, as Spence prepares for a career-defining fight against Terence Crawford, he stands on the verge of becoming the best welterweight of the post-Mayweather era.
London Olympics silver medalist Esquiva Falcao shared photos and a report of his 12-round sparring session with Nate Diaz, saying that Diaz was heavy and must weigh about 220 pounds or more. Diaz's greatest tool is his cardio, but coming into the Paul fight carrying an extra 40 pounds on his frame may affect his ability to push the pace. Diaz will face Jake Paul in a boxing match in Dallas on August 5, 2023.
Jiri Prochazka responded to Khamzat Chimaev's claims of winning sparring sessions by challenging him to a fight in a cage, warning him that he will show his true power. Chimaev responded by challenging Prochazka to a fight in Sweden in June or July and tagging the UFC and Dana White. Prochazka vacated the light heavyweight title in December due to a shoulder injury, while Chimaev is open to fights at welterweight, middleweight, or even light heavyweight.