1+ hour, 51+ min ago (233+ words) The winner will be ordered to fight a highly-rated fighter next BOBBY DALTON makes the first defence of his English welterweight title against Joel Kodua. The fight takes place on a historic bill, which is headlined by Frazer Clarke versus Jeamie TKV in a bout for the vacant British heavyweight belt. It is the first time a fight night has been broadcast by the BBC in 21 years. Dalton, 26, has won all eleven of his professional fights so far. He clinched the English welterweight title last time out by beating Ben Vaughan in July by majority decision. Dalton has volunteered to get in the ring against in-form challenger Kodua. Hearn reveals biggest problem that leaves AJ at 'disadvantage' vs Jake Paul Benn 'falls asleep' on Hearn's shoulder watching Haney and slams world champ Kodua, 28, was recently signed by Frank Warren and…...

2+ hour, 42+ min ago (450+ words) Thomas has quickly become a huge star after going viral during Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson RING girl Sydney Thomas left fans in awe after putting in a busty display during a day out at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Thomas, 21, has become one of the most popular internet stars after going viral during Netflix's coverage of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson last year. The blonde stunner stole the show as millions tuned in to watch the record-breaking fight. She gained hundreds of thousands of followers after the high-profile event and she became a superstar almost overnight. And Thomas turned heads once again after switching from boxing to Formula One for the race in Vegas this weekend. She watched a drama-filled race as Max Verstappen won while Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified. Ivana Knoll suffers wardrobe malfunction in…...

19+ hour, 34+ min ago (504+ words) The veteran promoter has explained the reasoning behind his decision DANA WHITE has publicly stated his major decision on the main event for the UFC's White House card. The MMA leader is set to host a stacked show at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in the summer. The card was initially meant to take place on July 4 to celebrate America's 250th year of Independence The event, however, will now take place on President Trump's birthday on June 14. The historic card's showpiece bout is currently the talk of mixed martial arts worldwide. Pining to top the bill is former light-heavy and heavyweight champion Jon Jones, who is jonesing for a showdown with current 205lbs champ. Alex Pereira. READ MORE UFC NEWS Best UFC betting sites in the UK - Top UFC bookies ranked (2025) But White has ruled out the prospect of Jones headlining the card due to…...

22+ hour, 21+ min ago (238+ words) SunSport has all the info on this historic night of boxing FRANCESCA HENNESSY takes on former champion Fabiana Bytyqi on a historic undercard bill in Derby. The clash takes before the main event as Frazer Clarke fights Jeamie TKV for the vacant British heavyweight crown. After the event was postponed by a month due to an injury to TKV, the long-awaited moment has finally arrived for the'BBC as they broadcast live boxing for the first time in 21 years. Looking to seize the spotlight,'is Hennessy, 21, as she faces Bytyqi, 29,'in a women's bantamweight dust-up. Rising British prospect Hennessy has made a perfect start to her professional career, boasting a'6-0 record'since turning pro in 2023. Her promoter Ben Shalom believes she is a future multi-weight world champion. Paul hits back at star's claims AJ fight won't happen in X-rated rant Boxing icon…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (722+ words) The Irishman claims the drug has had an incredible effect on him CONOR McGREGOR claims he saw his own "death" after taking a controversial psychedelic drug. The "Notorious" UFC superstar last month claimed to have undergone a spiritual awakening and that he"d been "saved" by God. McGregor"s claim came amid a two-month social media hiatus, which has included the recent deletion of his Instagram account. That ended on Sunday when the Irishman revealed he"d recently been administered the psychoactive drug Ibogaine, which is being clinically researched for its ability to help with substance use disorders, during a trip to Tijuana, Mexico. He wrote on X: "Hey guys, I am back. I was blessed to meet the most forward-thinking doctors from Stanford University and undergo a series of treatments to address trauma. "I travelled to Tijuana Mexico and underwent…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (458+ words) The Armenian-born star memorably took on Gennady Golovkin on three weeks notice OLYMPIC boxer Vanes Martirosyan has died at the age of 39. The former world title contender died on Sunday following a two-year battle with cancer. Originally born in Armenia, Martirosyan's family moved to Glendale, California when he four years old. At 18 he represented the United States at the 2004 Olympic Games, before embarking on a pro career. Martirosyan was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2023, five years on from his world title fight against Gennady Golovkin. His family announced his passing in a heartbreaking social media post on Sunday. "Today our hearts are shattered," the statement read. "We are losing an incredible man " a loving husband, a devoted father, a kind soul, and someone who left a mark on everyone who ever met him. "Those who knew Vanes know how special…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (794+ words) He hates doing one thing and it's a big motivation NATHAN ASPINALL has found a state of zen at exactly the right time as he pushes for a big end to 2025. The 34-year-old beat Danny Noppert in the last-16 of the Players Championship Finals in Minehead on Saturday to book his place in the quarter-finals. In a ding-dong battle that went back-and-forth, Aspinall came out a 10-8 winner but only after dropping an 8-5 and 9-6 lead in a nervy finish. Noppert had won each of the last six meetings with the Asp, including last month at the European Darts Championship, but could not get himself ahead when it mattered. Speaking afterwards, Aspinall was happy with his performance: "It was a big win. READ MORE ON SPORT WE'LL HAVE A LUKE World Darts Championship draw simulated as Littler lands blockbuster tie Anthony Joshua…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago (329+ words) AN MMA star has died just hours after collapsing during a bout at a fight in Chicago. Isaac Johnson, 31, was competing in the Matador Fighter Challenge at Cicero Stadium when he went down toward the end of his fight. Emergency crews were called at 8.38pm on Friday, and he was taken to Loyola University Medical Center. Johnson was tragically pronounced dead at 12.01am, according to officials. Cops in Cicero have opened a death investigation, and an autopsy is pending. No cause of death has yet been released. The event was billed as "the ultimate MMA and Thai event, where local warriors will battle it out in high-stakes, high-intensity matches." Johnson was scheduled to fight Corey Newell in a heavyweight Thai boxing match, according to event listings. Promoter Joe Goytia said in a Facebook post: "This is a post I hoped to never…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago (447+ words) Garry's biggest win landed him in a confrontation backstage IAN GARRY's good mood after defeating former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad didn't last long thanks to Khamzat Chaimaev. Garry, 28, scored arguably the biggest win of his career after defeating former 170lb champion Muhammad via unanimous decision. After his big win in Qatar, Garry ran into UFC middleweight champion Chimaev " and the Irishman didn't seem to expect the hostile reception he got. The footage, which is now going viral, shows Machado congratulating Chimaev on cornering Arman Tsarukyan " who main evented against Dan Hooker " to victory in his first fight in 589 days. Chimaev responded to the seemingly sincere words by giving the Irish MMA star several hard pats on the back. As security tried to step in, Garry said: "He's not going to fight me. He's good. He's the champ. Don't worry." Helwani…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago (475+ words) Check out the scorecards below SAM NOAKES" brave world title effort ended in defeat to Abdullah Mason after 12 gruelling rounds. Noakes " who could have been mistaken for taking half of Maidstone with him to Riyadh " gave the American all he could handle over 12 rounds. But there could be no argument after the scores read 117-111, 115-113, 115-113 in favour of Mason " who was crowned the new WBO lightweight champion. The 21-year-old " one of FIVE boxing brothers " looked on the way to an early victory after flying out of the traps in the first three rounds. Noakes " cut from the fourth round " was wobbled in the third after a big left hand landed down the pipe " but he bit down on his gumshield and fired back. Over the next two rounds, Noakes fought his way back into the contest which looked to be running…...