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sports14 days ago•6 min saved

Itauma seeks rounds and a world-title path in Franklin showdown

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.

via BBC|

#boxing #heavyweight #jermaine-franklin

sports2 months ago•4 min saved

Figueroa stuns Liverpool, stops Ball to seize WBA featherweight title

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.

via BBC|

#ball #boxing #featherweight

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Diaz Goes All-In on Comeback, Eyes UFC World Title Post-Rehab

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.

via MMA Fighting|

#comeback #mma #nick-diaz

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Shakur Stevenson Dominates Lopez to Claim Fourth-Weight Crown at MSG

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.

via Bloody Elbow|

#boxing #lopez #madison-square-garden

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Jey Uso Wins Battle Royal, Set to Face CM Punk for Vacant World Title

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.

via Cageside Seats|

#battle-royal #cm-punk #jey-uso

sports7 months ago•1 min saved

Crocker Wins IBF Welterweight Title in Controversial Belfast Rematch

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.

via ESPN|

#boxing #crocker #donovan

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Rikishi Criticizes WWE Writers Over Jey Uso’s Title Loss to Gunther

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.

via Cageside Seats|

#booking #jey-uso #rikishi

sports10 months ago•3 min saved

Gunther Wins WWE World Heavyweight Title, Jey Uso Apologizes to Fans

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.

via Cageside Seats|

#gunther #jey-uso #raw

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mathieu van der Poel's Potential Farewell: A Sixth Cyclocross Triumph"

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.

via Cyclingnews|

#alpecin-deceuninck-team #cyclocross #mathieu-van-der-poel

sports2 years ago•12 min saved

Cody Rhodes: Chasing His Father's WWE World Title Dream

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.

via GQ|

#cody-rhodes #comeback-story #sports

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Nate Diaz's UFC aspirations and Jake Paul encounter.

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.

via Yahoo Sports|

#boxing #jake-paul #nate-diaz