Another action-packed weekend stands in front of us, starting tonight. Combate Global vow to crown an MMA Queen, while Bellator goes to Dublin where the Swedish superstar Karl Albrektsson fights his way up the ranks. In boxing, titles are on the line in both America and Britain. Here’s what you won’t want to miss.
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At the Forefront of History: Interview with Hannah Rankin
On September 24th, WBA and IBO 154lb World Champion, Hannah Rankin, steps back into the ring. She faces challenger Terri Harper in Nottingham, putting her belts on the line. We spoke to Hannah ahead of her bout on Saturday, speaking about her accomplished career, future ambitions, and musical achievements.
What’s On: 16-18th September
This weekend offers some entertaining MMA bouts across different organisations, but the world of combat sports turns its main attention to the trilogy of Canelo Alvarez vs Gennady Golovkin. Here’s more about what’s on offer this weekend.
The YouTube Revival of Boxing?
KSI promised to serve up two KOs in one night. He delivered on his promise and provided a spectacular show full of theatrics. Our editor writes from London and continues to ask what the future of boxing holds. Results disclosed.
MF & DAZN X: SERIES 001: KSI vs Swarmz & Pineda
The YouTube star KSI makes his boxing return tonight, fighting two opponents in one night. Does he have enough skill to be considered a proper boxer? Will he be able to win two bouts on the same night? And are we in fact being tricked into watching celebrities work out their personal vendettas under the established rules of boxing? Only those who watch tonight will know.
Extraordinary Weekend: Roundup
Upset, new champions, retirements, new ventures. Last night was action-packed and delivered on its promise of being a tremendous gift for fight fans. Our editor went to the PFL London event and reports from an ecstatic city celebrating great feats and mourning defeats. Results disclosed.
Sensational Saturday: 4 Events Not To Miss
Today is a true treat for fight fans – especially British fans – as it marks the return of bare-knuckle prize fighting to London, while Anthony Joshua takes on Alexander Usyk in a highly anticipated rematch. As if that wasn’t enough, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) makes its UK debut in London and Leon “Rocky” Edwards battles for the UFC Welterweight title as he takes on Kamaru Usman for a second time. Take your seats, prepare the screens, and enjoy the show.
Legacy: Interview with Claressa Shields
On September 10th, London will host the biggest fight in women’s boxing to date. Claressa Shields takes on Savannah Marshall in foreign territory but promises the make the ring walk determined to win.
What’s On: July 8th-10th
This weekend brings you plenty of action, with judo from Hungary, another UFC Fight Night, and Chisora vs Pulev II in London.
Heavyweight Kings
Boxing is a sport, but it is also a part of culture. It’s reach far exceeds the ring and the arena, penetrating politics, popular culture, and everyday lives. In The Boxing Kings: When American Heavyweights Ruled the Ring, author Paul Beston traces this phenomenon.