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Fightful Select reports MJF could take time off AEW television after losing the world title, though no confirmation or timeframe has been announced. He remains slated to appear at All In at Wembley Stadium on August 30, while Redemption in Montreal is still a possibility; Kenny Omega defeated MJF at Beach Break, marking the 19th AEW World Championship change.
British light-heavyweight Ben Whittaker knocked out Braian Suarez in the first round at M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool to move to 11-0-1 and keep his world-title ambitions alive, after Callum Smith withdrew from the card; Whittaker showcased his power and flamboyant style in a subdued crowd, while co-main Molly McCann earned a points victory to go to 4-0.
British heavyweight Moses Itauma, 21, arrives in Manchester with a nine-fight KO streak (11 KOs in 13 pro bouts) and says he wants rounds and a step up to world-title contention against Jermaine Franklin. His rapid rise includes a 61-second stoppage of Dillian Whyte and a career steered by trainer Ben Davison after sacrificing Olympic plans and family needs. Franklin is his toughest test yet and could shape a ladder toward a future showdown with Filip Hrgovic.
Brandon Figueroa stopped Nick Ball in the 12th round in Liverpool to win Ball’s WBA featherweight world title after an evenly fought 11 rounds; a flush left from Figueroa followed by a finishing flurry ended Ball’s reign, giving Figueroa a three-weight world title. Ball’s first pro loss snapped his 24-fight unbeaten run and sparked chaos in the crowd as celebrations continued, with questions about Ball’s next move, including possible rematches or other big bouts.
Nick Diaz says he plans to return to fighting after rehab in Baja California and aims to win a UFC world title, promising a 'brand new me' as he relaunches his career. The former welterweight contender, who hasn’t fought since 2021 and faced postponed bouts in 2024, credits sobriety and treatment for his renewed focus, recounting how his surroundings nearly cost him his life and vowing to come back stronger and win a title for his fans.
Shakur Stevenson delivered a masterclass at Madison Square Garden, outboxing Teofimo Lopez over 12 rounds after moving up in weight to win the WBO super-lightweight title, earning Stevenson a fourth weight division crown and handing Lopez a rare defeat.
Jey Uso won a Battle Royal on Raw by eliminating his twin brother Jimmy Uso, earning a shot at CM Punk for the vacant world heavyweight title at Saturday Night’s Main Event on November 1.
Lewis Crocker won the IBF welterweight world title by defeating Paddy Donovan via split decision in Belfast, with two knockdowns securing his victory in a strategic rematch that followed a controversial first fight.
Rikishi criticizes WWE writers for mishandling his son Jey Uso's brief 51-day world title reign, calling for their firing and questioning the booking decisions, which he believes did not do justice to his son's efforts and potential.
Jey Uso lost the World Heavyweight Title to Gunther on Raw, apologized to fans and his son, and expressed his intention to pursue another title run despite the setback, marking a significant moment in his WWE career.
Mathieu van der Poel won his sixth cyclocross world title in Tabor but hinted that it could be his last, as his focus increasingly shifts to road racing. Despite being one title away from the record, he feels there's not much left for him to gain in cyclocross. The decision to skip future cyclocross seasons would impact his team and reduce interest in the discipline, but he emphasized that it's not a decision he can make alone. Van der Poel's future in cyclocross remains uncertain as he prepares for the 2024 road racing season.
Cody Rhodes, the second-generation pro wrestler and founder of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), is on a mission to capture the WWE World Title that his late father, Dusty Rhodes, never won. After leaving WWE in 2015, Rhodes embarked on a six-year journey to rediscover himself and his love for pro wrestling. He returned to WWE in 2022 and came close to defeating Roman Reigns for the world title at WrestleMania 39. Rhodes' story is the subject of a new documentary, and he is currently preparing for a grudge match with Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam. Despite the challenges, Rhodes remains confident in his abilities and believes in his superpower of self-belief.
Nate Diaz plans to return to the UFC after his boxing debut against Jake Paul on August 5. Diaz hopes to fight for a world title in the UFC or against boxing belt holders. Despite potential suitors, Diaz is solely interested in the UFC as it has the best fighters in the world. Diaz has respect for his former promotion and negotiations with the UFC have had varying success.