about 2 months ago

Jai Opetaia Alleges IBF Collusion Over Zuffa Boxing Fight

Opetaia’s attorney claims the IBF withdrew sanctioning for his Brandon Glanton title fight as part of “coordinated, industry-wide collusion” tied to his work with Zuffa Boxing, per a letter obtained by The Ring. The filing alleges other sanctioning bodies and promoters helped inflict financial and reputational harm, and says Opetaia knows of messages “essentially admitting to the scheme.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 months ago

Jake Paul Says Doctor Banned Sparring for Six Months After Second Jaw Surgery

Paul revealed he recently underwent a second jaw surgery and cannot spar for up to six months after Anthony Joshua loss. “The doctor said like four, five, six months to even be able to see how the bone is healing,” Paul explained. The recovery timeline means the influencer-boxer could return to action later this year, or possibly early next year.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou Says ‘Legacy’ Means Nothing Without Security for Family

Ngannou dismissed fight-game talk about legacy, calling it “bullshit” sold by promotions to underpaid athletes. Asked about lasting greatness, he said his real legacy is his kids having food, school, healthcare, and security back home. “Keep the legacy. Give me my pay,” Ngannou said, arguing fame means little if a fighter cannot provide for family after the spotlight fades.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 months ago

Jake Paul Says Eddie Hearn Could Be a Smart Exit for UFC Fighters

Paul called the Dana White-Hearn feud “entertaining” but said it could shift business for fighters. He predicted more UFC names will sign with Hearn after Tom Aspinall, calling that “a very smart move.” Bidarian backed the idea, saying Hearn understands contracts at a rare level for a promoter. Together, they framed him as a potential check on UFC’s power.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 months ago

Janibek Alimkhanuly Loses IBF Belt After PED Case Deepens

Alimkhanuly has been stripped of the IBF middleweight title after the sanctioning body cited anti-doping violations and his inability to meet mandatory obligations. The case stems from a VADA test on November 15, 2025, that found meldonium and scrapped his Erislandy Lara unification bout. He still holds the WBO belt, though that body suspended him retroactively to December 2, 2025.

By Afnan Chougle

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