Shakur Stevenson Teases Fight Date After Haney Talks Collapse
Shakur Stevenson has hinted that a fight announcement is near after talks with Devin Haney ended over a proposed 144-pound catchweight.
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New Bullets coaches await work permits before joining technical team
Lemekani Mwanza and Donewell Yobe have yet to begin work at Nyasa Big Bullets while they wait for government approval of their permits.
Tobi Amusan loses record as Russell runs 12.09 in Diamond League
Masai Russell ran 12.09 seconds in Zurich to break Tobi Amusan’s 12.12 world record, while Nigeria’s hurdler finished second in 12.23.
Old Glory DC select Logan Ballinger first in 2026 MLR College Draft
Old Glory DC made Logan Ballinger the first pick as 14 players were selected over three rounds in the seventh Major League Rugby College Draft.
Bukari sent off as Red Star lose 4-1 to Plzen, exit Europa League
Osman Bukari was dismissed as Red Star Belgrade lost 4-1 after extra time to Viktoria Plzen and went out 5-4 on aggregate.
Amoako scores as Nordsjaelland go 2-2 in Conference League
Prince Amoako Junior scored as Nordsjaelland recovered from 2-0 down to reach half-time level with St Gallen in a Conference League playoff.
Dillon Danis withdraws from Mike Perry fight, Jenkins steps in
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his Duel: Arena bout with Mike Perry, with Brandon Jenkins replacing him on Saturday in Orlando.
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Former Canelo sparring partner predicts Mbilli comeback defeat in October
Yoenli Hernandez believes Canelo Alvarez has enough left to beat WBC champion Christian Mbilli and reclaim the 168-pound title on October 31.
Dylan Biggs targets WBC Silver middleweight title in Queensland
Dylan Biggs will meet unbeaten Turkish boxer Kenan Güzel on August 30 for the WBC Silver Middleweight Championship in Queensland.
Teofimo Lopez backs Manny Pacquiao to test Shakur Stevenson
Teofimo Lopez believes Manny Pacquiao still has enough ability to give Shakur Stevenson a difficult fight if they meet at welterweight.
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Denise Gomes says Yan is not UFC Shanghai’s biggest threat yet
Denise Gomes has played down Yan Xiaonan’s status as her toughest opponent before their UFC Shanghai co-main event in China.
Aspen Ladd starts BKB belt quest against Bianca Daimoni at BKB 58
Aspen Ladd will make her BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing debut against Bianca Daimoni at BKB 58 in Miami as she begins a multi-division title bid.
Dana White breaks down Bella Mir’s DWCS Season 10 loss to Apodaca
Dana White said Bella Mir’s first defeat on DWCS came down to Alex Apodaca’s experience in difficult late-fight moments.
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Argentina host Australia in first 2026 Rugby Tour Test in Jujuy
Argentina begin a two-Test home series against Australia in Jujuy as both sides continue preparations for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Mo’unga earns Rennie’s backing after All Blacks beat Lions 41-35
Richie Mo’unga received Dave Rennie’s approval after returning for the All Blacks in their 41-35 win over the Lions at Ellis Park.
Plumtree says All Blacks can hurt Springboks again after 33-16
John Plumtree says the Springboks face intense pressure against a confident All Blacks team in Saturday’s second Test in Cape Town.
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Audrey Werro wins Zürich Diamond League 800m in national-record 1:53.70
Audrey Werro lowered her Swiss record to 1:53.70 in Zürich, beating Femke Broeders-Bol and Georgia Hunter Bell in a fast 800m.
Dos Santos and Russell set world records at Zurich Diamond League
Alison dos Santos ran 45.80 in the 400m hurdles and Masai Russell clocked 12.09 in the 100m hurdles at Zurich’s Weltklasse meeting.
Wanda Diamond League: Hana Moll wins Zurich pole vault at 4.90m
Hana Moll cleared a personal-best 4.90m in Zurich to win her second straight Wanda Diamond League event and qualify for the Brussels Final.