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Radical plan for Canelo vs Crawford undercard teased by Turki Alalshikh

Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez vs Terence Crawford will take place on 13 September, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas

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Tyson Fury ready for comeback and targets Oleksandr Usyk rematch

Anthony Joshua is another potential opponent after matchmaker Turki Alalshikh said Fury will come out of retirement.

The Independent UK

Tyson Fury will come out of retirement in 2026, says Saudi boxing chief

Alalshikh’s social media message hints at a trilogy fight with Oleksandr Usyk.

The Independent UK

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Tyson Fury return to boxing confirmed with date apparently set for Oleksandr Usyk trilogy fight

The former world heavyweight champion has been happily retired since back-to-back defeats to unified champion Usyk, but Saudi matchmaker Turki Alalshikh has confirmed the Briton will return to the ring in 2026

The Independent UK

'I have his word': Tyson Fury to come out of retirement and why Anthony Joshua fight could finally happen

Fury announced his retirement at the start of the year after successive losses to Usyk

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Teofimoz Lopez won’t fight Devin Haney due to ‘confidential personal reasons’

The American stars had seemingly agreed to an August showdown, only for talks to collapse

The Independent UK

Anthony Joshua In Talks For New 3-Fight Deal With Riyadh Season

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is reportedly in talks with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh over a new 3-fight deal.

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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.

The Independent UK

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

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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.

The Independent UK

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

The Independent UK

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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