Rising star throws support behind Palestine ahead of bout
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‘You saved my life’: UFC star’s ongoing fight
English UFC star Paddy Pimblett is fighting outside the cage as well as inside it, emerging as an unlikely hero for male mental health awareness.
Cricket mad Goodman’s historic crossover with first Test
Before Sam Goodman turned to boxing full time, he spent his summers like many other Aussie kids – watching the cricket. Now, he gets to be a small part of the first Test.
‘Our next world champ’: Lewis’ big call on Goodman
He is ranked Australia’s No.1 pound-for-pound fighter ahead of Tim Tszyu and Jai Opetaia. Now Sam Goodman is ready to conquer the world ahead of his Fox Sports main event debut.
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Unified boxing world champion George Kambosos will shatter several records after revealing he will defends his titles in Australia against one of two superstars.
Aussie world champ’s next move revealed
Australian lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr. will reportedly defend his world title belt on home soil later this year.
Opetaia lands huge title shot after Paul snub
Australia will host its first world title fight since 2017 when the undefeated Jai Opetaia takes on a controversial cruiserweight king in April.
Plans for Tuivasa UFC blockbuster in Australia revealed
Tai Tuivasa emerged as the biggest winner of UFC 271 thanks to a stunning KO. He earned a $50,000 bonus, is about to take his ranking as high as No.3 – and potentially headline on home soil.
Social media shock: Why Cummins copped heat
‘Perfect Pat Cummins’ was a winner on and off the field riding a seemingly endless wave of popularity – until this happened.
Watch: Adesanya’s wild Whittaker sledge, Joe Rogan defence
Israel Adesanya’s crazy expensive Rob Whittaker sledge, shoeys, staredowns and Joe Rogan. The UFC 271 press conference had it all. Read all the latest and watch the video.
Adesanya an Aussie headliner, with or without Bobby Knuckles
Israel Adesanya wants to be Australia’s marquee UFC headliner after turning his back on his home country, believing he can do it without the green and gold’s biggest star.
‘It’s a lie’: Adesanya rubbishes Whittaker hate claim
Israel Adesanya has opened up on the hyped striking improvements of arch rival Robert Whittaker — and he didn’t miss.
‘Knock him out’: How Whittaker gets Adesanya redemption
It was heartbreak at home for Robert Whittaker in his first bout against Israel Adesanya – Now with boxing legend Johnny Lewis in his corner the Aussie star has the perfect plan for redemption.
Heavyweight champ’s disastrous job change
World heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk may have to stick with his day job if his first day in his new sport is anything to go by.
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