An action-packed weekend awaits. The only potential difference is the quality of what we have in front of us. Here’s what you need to know.
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Boxing and Politics
Politicians tend to use pugilist language to describe their endeavours. How has boxing been used by politicians to promote their own ideals? And what is the history of the connection between boxing and politics?
What’s On: October 14-16th
After a few weeks of no UFC and postponed boxing bouts, this weekend will hopefully be very different. UFC Fight Night is back, and there are so many boxing bouts worth keeping an eye on that it will be difficult to get any sleep. Before that, there is an exciting Combate Global headliner tonight which true fight fans won’t want to miss.
Broken Promise: Eubank Jr vs Benn
The legacy fight between Eubank Jr and Benn has been postponed on a weekend where there were few fights to begin with. Nevertheless, there are interesting questions to be raised about the postponed fight, and fortunately, fight fans had other action to entertain them.
What’s On: September 23rd-25th
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.
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.