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Teofimo Lopez Has Reportedly Been FIRED By Turki Alalshikh

Two-division world champion Teofimo Lopez has taken to social media saying that he has been fired, reportedly by Turki Alalshikh.

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Alexander Volkanovski’s UFC title reign up in the air as champion is denied preferred fight

The featherweight king was eyeing a defence against Movsar Evloev, who says he has a different fight booked

The Independent UK

REACTION: Fans Fume At Canelo vs Crawford Kick-Off Presser

Boxing fans are venting their frustrations on social media after the Canelo vs Terence Crawford kick-off press conference is set for Saudi.

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Canelo vs Crawford date and location revealed with Alvarez set for ‘fight of the century’

Alvarez secured victory against William Scull and will now face off with Crawford in September

The Independent UK

Canelo coasts to undisputed win over William Scull to set up Terence Crawford mega-fight

Scull was reluctant to engage as Canelo did enough to become a two-time undisputed super-middleweight champion, setting up a showdown with Terence Crawford

The Independent UK

Times Square first, Alcatraz Island next? The strange new steps in Saudi boxing saga

Comment: Tonight, a unique boxing event plays out in the heart of New York City. Yet the key question revolves around ‘soul’

The Independent UK

Zack Snyder signs on to direct UFC drama ‘Brawler’

In a team-up with UFC president Dana White and His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and owner of boxing magazine ‘The Ring’, director Zack Snyder has signed on to direct UFC drama ‘Brawler’.

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Report: Zack Snyder signs on to direct MMA movie ‘Brawler’ with UFC, Saudi backing

An upcoming feature film will be squarely centered on the octagon with an A-List director at the helm.

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Zack Snyder confirmed to write and direct UFC film Brawler

The divisive director said he is ‘honoured’ to be involved in the ‘incredible story’

The Independent UK

After ‘kick’ controversy, Nick Ball is ready to meet the best fighter in the world

The Liverpudlian emerged from a scrappy, ugly fight with TJ Doheny, in which he escaped punishment after kicking out at his opponent, to stand in line to face Japan’s legendary four-weight world champion Naoya Inoue

The Independent UK

Debate: Can UFC’s Dana White change boxing with new Saudi Arabia-backed promotion?

Can Dana White change boxing with his new Saudi Arabia-backed promotion? We debate on "Spinning Back Clique."

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Dana White, Turki Alalshikh Aiming to Upend Boxing’s Fractured Foundation

UFC’s CEO and the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector are forming a new boxing promotion that could have the power to boost a sport that’s declined in popularity and legitimacy.

Sports Illustrated

Tyson Fury teases boxing fans before Soccer Aid football role is announced

The former world heavyweight champion, who retired in January, asked fans: ‘Did you miss me?’

The Independent UK

Inside Dana White and Turki Alalshikh’s plan to ‘crush’ competition with new boxing league

The UFC president and the Saudi adviser want to reimagine boxing. Here, Indy Sport digs into their ideas

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UFC champion Alex Pereira responds to Oleksandr Usyk after boxer’s surprise callout

Pereira, who will defend the UFC light-heavyweight title on Saturday, was called out by Usyk in February

The Independent UK

UFC President Dana White says he can fix boxing with new promotion in partnership with Saudis

The company that houses WWE and UFC is set to step in the ring with a new boxing promotion as part of a business deal with Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Dana White and Turki Alalshikh announce new boxing league

The venture is a joint project between the Saudi General Entertainment Authority and the TKO Group, who own WWE and the UFC

The Independent UK

UFC and WWE owners launch new Saudi-backed boxing league

TKO has agreed a multi-year deal with the Saudi General Entertainment Authority

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Turki Alalshikh, TKO – including UFC’s Dana White – partner to establish new boxing promotion

UFC boss Dana White is diving into boxing, and this time it's official.

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A referee’s blunder spared Gervonta Davis, but the bloom is off the rose

An egregious non-call in the ninth round allowed Tank Davis to avoid a knockdown, altering the course of his title fight against Lamont Roach Jr

The Independent UK

Why are Ryan Garcia, Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez all fighting in Times Square on the same night?

The Ring magazine, recently bought by Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh, will put on the card

The Independent UK

Inside Eubank Jr vs Benn press conference chaos – from cracked eggs to conspiracies

A wild day began with Benn threatening a journalist, and ended with Eubank Jr cracking an egg in his opponent’s face

Sports Illustrated

Dmitry Bivol Rises in Boxing Pound-for-Pound Rankings After Defeating Beterbiev

The 34-year-old Russian avenged his only loss in his high-profile rematch to climb up the top 10. Plus, there's a new No. 1 atop the list.

The Independent UK

Conor Benn could be set for shock Canelo match-up if he beats Chris Eubank Jr

The British pair will square off in London in April, two-and-a-half years after they were first due to fight

The Independent UK

Turki Alalshikh makes surprising admission about Tyson Fury talks and Anthony Joshua fight

Joshua sat ringside on Saturday as Joseph Parker knocked out Martin Bakole, while Fury was absent

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