Daniel Dubois secured a stoppage against Fabio Wardley in the 11th round of their British heavyweight fight, becoming a two-time world champion. Dubois overcame two knockdowns to defeat Wardley. The win has silenced critics who have questioned Dubois’ character and toughness.
Julio César Chávez and Jorge ‘Travieso’ Arce are set for their anticipated exhibition fight after a successful weigh-in. The former Mexican champions will face each other in a match that has generated great excitement among boxing fans. The fight promises plenty of action inside the ring.
Manly’s Jamal Fogarty is set to miss another game due to a groin injury. Ben Hunt has been cleared to play for the Broncos, making an early return from a knee injury. The Broncos have not won at 4 Pines Park since 2010.
The UFC 328 post-fight press conference will be held at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Dana White is expected to attend. The winners of the championship fights of Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland and Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira are also expected.
Arman Tsarukyan has been named as the backup fighter for the Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje main event at UFC Freedom 250. Dana White confirmed that Tsarukyan is ready to step in should either fighter be unable to compete. The event is scheduled to take place at the White House on June 14th.
Shakur Stevenson has offered his perspective on a hypothetical fight between Terence Crawford and Floyd Mayweather in their prime. Stevenson considered how their styles might interact. He noted potential vulnerabilities for both fighters.
San Jose Earthquakes drew 1-1 with the Vancouver Whitecaps. Sebastian Berhalter scored for Vancouver. Jack Skahan received a yellow card during the match.
Ronda Rousey is set to fight Gina Carano on May 16 at the Inuit Dome in Inglewood. The bout, scheduled for five rounds, will be the main event on a card to be streamed by Netflix. Kurt Angle said of Rousey, “She is the baddest woman on the planet.”
The Los Angeles Lakers have criticised the officiating after their 125-107 playoff loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Lakers coach JJ Redick criticised how LeBron James is officiated. Guard Austin Reaves also complained about his treatment from the referees.
The rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao is in limbo. A previously announced date of September 19 at Las Vegas’ Sphere is no longer happening due to a scheduling conflict. Alternative dates and venues are being considered, but multiple details remain unresolved.
