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Paddy Pimblett, the renowned UFC fighter, recently underwent ankle surgery after suffering an injury during his intense fight against Jared Gordon at UFC 282 last December. Despite enduring the pain for a few months, Pimblett finally decided to undergo the surgery to heal his injury. In his hospital bed, Pimblett went on a fiery rant about the fight, expressing his disappointment that he couldn't perform at his best due to his ankle injury. He strongly believes that if he had not been injured, he would have undoubtedly delivered a much better performance, which would have left no room for controversy or criticism from Jared Gordon and others. “When I told [doctors] it happened in the first round of a fight, within the first minute, and they said, ‘Oh, did you fight finish there,’ and I was like, ‘No, I’d done another two and a half rounds,’ they went, ‘What?’” Pimblett said in the video, which was uploaded to his YouTube channel. “They said, ‘You should’ve just sat on your stool and not have carried on fighting.’ “I said, ‘Are you mad? You think I’m some p****?’ People are like, ‘Oh, Jared Gordon did so well.’ He only done well because me ankle was f*****. You stupid t***. And he’s just being a bitter little girl, going on every interview site, ‘Oh, I won that fight, I won that fight.’ Well, lad, Joe Solecki beat you [in 2021] but you got a split decision, so shut your mouth.” Jared Gordon has recently taken to Twitter to respond to Paddy Pimblett's claims about his ankle injury during their UFC 282 bout. In a surprising revelation, Gordon revealed that he, too, had suffered an ankle injury during the fight. Pimblett's recent surgery to repair his ankle has rekindled his desire to take on Gordon once again. The Baddy, as Pimblett is known to his fans, is eager to have a rematch with Gordon, convinced that he can prove his worth and showcase his full potential now that his ankle is under rehab. “Yeah, I want to punch his head in toward the end of the year,” Pimblett responded. “I am going to run it back. I hope he beats Bobby Green because I’ll snap his arm for him in a round. Had a boxing match with him and I still won, because you’re s***. “I hope he watched this. You’re f****** dog s***. At my worst, you couldn’t beat me at your best. Injured, everything going wrong, and you couldn’t beat me on my worst day, and I beat you on your best because you’re a little bum.” Gordon, who is set to fight Bobby Green on April 22, will undoubtedly be keeping an eye on Pimblett's recovery and his upcoming fights. The prospect of a rematch between the two fighters is sure to excite fans of the sport, who are eagerly anticipating Pimblett's return to the ring. The rivalry between Pimblett and Gordon promises to be a fierce one, with both fighters eager to prove their mettle and emerge victorious. As the anticipation builds up, fans of the sport can only hope that a rematch between the two fighters will be arranged soon.

MMA fans, mark your calendars for June 16th, as Bellator is heading back to Wintrust Arena, Chicago for what promises to be a thrilling night of fights. And the icing on the cake? Two title fights will be taking place! In the main event, light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov will defend his title against Yoel Romero. Originally scheduled to square off in February at Bellator 290, this highly anticipated matchup was postponed due to Nemkov's withdrawal. Nemkov is coming off a grand prix-winning title defense against Corey Anderson and hasn't lost a fight since 2016. Meanwhile, Romero, a UFC veteran, is making his first Bellator title challenge after back-to-back wins in his previous fights over Melvin Manhoef and Alex Polizzi. Now that he's back in the ring, Nemkov will face Romero as the Olympic wrestling silver medalist looks to win his first championship after joining Bellator in late 2020. The co-main event will see featherweight champion Patricio Freire drop down to bantamweight to take on the current 135-pound titleholder, Sergio Pettis. Freire is aiming to pick up a title in a third weight class with Bellator, having already reigned as the lightweight and featherweight champion. Pitbull still owns the Bellator featherweight championship after defeating Michael Chandler by knockout to capture the Bellator lightweight championship earlier in 2019. Pitbull finally gave up the belt a little more than two years after that, however, when he faces Pettis in June, he'll be eager to add the bantamweight championship to his portfolio. Pettis, on the other hand, is looking to defend his bantamweight title after winning it with a spectacular spinning back fist knockout of Kyoji Horiguchi in his last fight back in 2021. Pettis was compelled to walk away from the Bellator Bantamweight Grand Prix due to an injury, but Raufeon Stots and Patchy Mix are still vying for the interim championship, and their bout is still planned for April 22. Overall, after joining the Bellator lineup in free agency after a protracted tenure with the UFC, Pettis has won five straight matches, including three consecutive victories. Two title fights, featuring some of the best MMA fighters in the world, promise to deliver an unforgettable night of action-packed entertainment. Fight fans won't want to miss the Bellator 297 line-up.

There is no question that Shakur Stevenson's patience will be tried. At 130 pounds, Stevenson easily dispatched his outclassed opponents before being forcefully removed from his title throne. Stevenson's coronation was right away planned ahead of his confrontation with Robson Conceicao in September of 2022. The former Olympic silver medalist snatched Oscar Valdez's WBC championship before his previous match and added it to his WBO title collection. However, the 25-year-old was stripped right away because he didn't make weight. Stevenson (19-0, 9 KOs) originally felt discouraged but soon got over it and decided to move up to 135 pounds. Stevenson will formally face Shuichiro Yoshino on April 8 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, in his lightweight debut. Stevenson believes that winning his forthcoming fight is merely a formality. Stevenson isn't gazing past Yoshino, but he is scanning the horizon. Devin Haney, the only undisputed champion in the division, will allegedly face Vasiliy Lomachenko on May 20 to defend his WBC, WBO, IBF, and WBA titles. Stevenson would adore the opportunity to take on Lomachenko again if the Las Vegas native manages to hold the Ukrainian at bay and wins. Nevertheless, after his fight with Lomachenko, Haney has toyed with the idea of moving up to the super lightweight division. But if Haney were ready to extend his stay a little bit, Stevenson would seize the chance to take on him next. “Honestly, after his fight with Lomachenko, if he’s willing to stay and I get a shortcut to getting all the belts at once, I’m down with that,” said Stevenson to Thaboxingvoice. Before providing Haney his full attention, Stevenson is well aware that if he doesn't take care of business on April 8th, his hopes and dreams may be abandoned. Yoshino not only has a perfect record, but he also recently beat Masayoshi Nakatani in a brutal knockout. Stevenson is still thought of as a huge favourite despite his recent run of success. In the end, Stevenson feels that a matchup between himself and Haney is more a question of when than if, regardless of how anyone else feels about it. The 2016 runner-up is absolutely certain that his name and Haney's will both be remembered after the dust settles because their identities are inextricably linked. “I know that Devin Haney is a tough opponent. I feel like me and him was bound to fight and meant to fight. Whether it’s right now or later. We’re two top-level fighters. When the time is right, we gonna pop it off.”

Jorge Masvidal's highly-anticipated boxing event, Gamebred Boxing 4, is finally set to take place this Saturday, and fans are eager to see some of the biggest names in MMA history compete inside the squared circle. With nine former UFC fighters on the card, this event promises to deliver exciting and explosive fights. Monday, the promotion officially announced the much-anticipated fight card for its upcoming event at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The event will feature an exciting matchup between boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. and former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis. Roy Jones Jr. vs. Anthony Pettis The headline bout features the legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr. going up against former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis. Pettis, who is making his boxing debut, is looking to make a statement against the highly-experienced Jones Jr. and cement his place in the boxing world. Jose Aldo vs. Jeremy Stephens In another exciting matchup, former UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo will take on Jeremy Stephens. These two fighters have a history, with Aldo defeating Stephens by TKO in MMA. This time around, Stephens will be looking for revenge and a chance to even the score. Vitor Belfort vs. Ronaldo Souza Former UFC middleweight champion Vitor Belfort will step inside the ring to face off against Ronaldo Souza. Both fighters are known for their knockout power and aggressive fighting styles, making this a must-see fight for MMA and boxing fans alike. Pearl Gonzalez vs. Gina Mazany Pearl Gonzalez and Gina Mazany, two promotional alumni, will also square off in what promises to be a highly-entertaining women's bout. Both fighters are known for their technical skills and ability to finish fights, so this one could end up being a show-stealer. Joe Riggs vs. Markus Perez Finally, former UFC fighters Joe Riggs and Markus Perez will also do battle in what should be an action-packed matchup. Both fighters are coming off losses and will be looking to get back on track with a victory in this bout. Don't Miss Out on Gamebred Boxing 4 With a stacked lineup featuring some of the biggest names in MMA history, Gamebred Boxing 4 is shaping up to be an unforgettable night of fights. Make sure to tune in on UFC Fight Pass pay-per-view this Saturday for all the action. The full Gamebred Boxing 4 lineup includes: Roy Jones Jr. vs. Anthony Pettis Vitor Belfort vs. Ronaldo Souza Jose Aldo vs. Jeremy Stephens Clarence Booth vs. Luis Feliciano Devin Cushing vs. Damian David Marciano Pearl Gonzalez vs. Gina Mazany Dillon Cleckler vs. Josh Burns Markus Perez vs. Joe Riggs Andy Nguyen vs. Bi Nguyen Danielle Cohen vs. Danielle Wynn Roberto Armas vs. Javier Zamarron Cade Howell vs. TBA

Olympic silver medalist Joe Joyce is ready to take on WBC world champion Tyson Fury next, and he thinks the matchup would be straightforward given that both men are pushed by Frank Warren. Oleksandr Usyk, the champion of the IBF, IBO, WBA, and WBO, and Tyson Fury were in the middle of talks for a unification match, with a working date of April 29 at Wembley Stadium in London. However, last week, the fight was called off because both parties could not agree on the financial terms of the rematch. On April 15, Joyce will face fellow Olympian Zhilei Zhang to defend his WBO interim championship. "Yeah I'm ready to step in. I'm scheduled to fight Zhang first - that's a massive fight - so I'll do that first. Fury said he wanted to face me if he didn't fight Usyk. Of course I've go to beat up big Zhilei first," Joyce told Daily Mail. "It would be very easy to set up. We're both with Frank Warren. He's already said he wants to fight me, it's a great fight. People are interested in seeing that fight." Usyk's latest mandatory opponent is Daniel Dubois. They are supposed to fight each other, according to the World Boxing Association. In a firefight from 2020, Joyce defeated Dubois by TKO. According to the WBO, Joyce is the required challenger, but his former rival will receive a mandatory title chance first. "I'm not surprised by anything in boxing. I just get on with what I need to do and progress in my career and get the best out of it. I'm looking to be in some great fights this year and next year," Joyce said. "It can be very frustrating at times, but things go on and fights happen, so let's make the [Fury] fight happen. Please!"

Islam Makhachev has declared his aim to obtain a second piece of gold after capturing the lightweight title and successfully defending it. Leon Edwards successfully defended his welterweight championship earlier this month by defeating Kamaru Usman over the course of five rounds in London, England. While Dana White seems to have put the opponent for his second defense in stone following the fight, another famous name wants in on the action. After Edwards' second victory against "The Nigerian Nightmare," the reigning 155-pound champion announced on social media that he was taking a shot at becoming champ-champ status and invited "Rocky" to defend the title in Abu Dhabi later this year. While Makhachev can point to a successful defense of his title, that defence came against UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski. The Russian has yet to defend his title against a lightweight opponent should his next fight see him competing for glory elsewhere. Beneil Dariush criticized his division's titleholder for trying to "run-off" to a different weight class during an appearance on Submission Radio rather than working to keep his own progressing. "I don't understand. Like, what about title defenses?" Dariush said. "I don't know what's going on with him. Why? Maybe he's having a hard time making weight at '55 and he's just like, 'Let's go to '70 and relax.' Honestly, I don't get it. I think he needs to focus on his division. There's a lot of good fighters in this division... I don't know why he's trying to run off to other divisions.”

Chris Colbert Triumphs Over Jose Valenzuela in Hard-Fought Bout On Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Chris “Primetime” Colbert returned to the ring after a long thirteen-month layoff and a bitter defeat. Colbert, a former WBA interim super featherweight champion, faced off against the hard-hitting talented lightweight contender Jose ‘Rayo’ Valenzuela. Valenzuela came into the fight with a record of 12-1, and he was looking to bounce back from his recent loss against Deivi Julio Bassa. The 23-year-old fighter landed the harder shots and knocked Colbert down in the first round. However, the Brooklyn, New York native showed great resilience and settled down to dominate the second half of the fight with his boxing skills. The judges scored the fight 95-94, 95-94, and 95-94 in favor of Colbert, who improved his record to 17-1 with six knockouts. Despite the narrow margin of victory, Colbert was confident that he had won the fight fair and square. Valenzuela, on the other hand, was bitter about the loss, which was his second in a row, putting his career on shaky ground. “I beat him,” said Valenzuela. “I want to thank everyone who came out here to support me. I thought I won. I was hitting him with the harder shots. I dropped him. I dominated.” Colbert acknowledged that Valenzuela landed some hard shots, but he countered effectively and showcased his boxing skills. “I knew it was a close fight. I’m an honest critic to myself. I knew it was a close fight,” Colbert said at the post-fight press conference. “I said, ‘Damn, that knockdown might be a draw. I don’t want a draw. I need to win. In boxing, sometimes you’re going to win pretty, and sometimes you ain’t. Today, it wasn’t a pretty win, but it don’t matter. I got the win.” Colbert also addressed Valenzuela’s sore loser mentality and made it clear that he has no intention of giving him a rematch. “F**k, no. He shouldn’t have been a sore loser. If he would have taken the loss like a man, I would have given him a rematch,” said Colbert. “I’m very convinced, and I said it. He ain’t getting a rematch because he’s a sore loser.” Overall, the fight was a hard-fought battle between two talented fighters, with Colbert coming out on top. The victory puts him back on track to compete for a title in his natural weight class of 130 pounds. As for Valenzuela, he will need to regroup and bounce back from his recent losses if he wants to stay relevant in the sport of boxing.

Daniel Dubois Vows to End Oleksandr Usyk’s Reign as World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Dubois has declared his readiness to take on Oleksandr Usyk for the WBA, WBO, IBO, and IBF heavyweight titles. Usyk, the former undisputed cruiserweight champion, recently walked away from talks to fight WBC champion Tyson Fury, and his team is now looking to fulfill his mandatory obligations. Dubois, the WBA regular champion, suffered an ACL injury in his last fight against Kevin Lerena but underwent surgery immediately after the bout. After months of rehabilitation, the 25-year-old Londoner says he is now fit and healthy and ready to take on Usyk. The WBA had given both teams until April 1 to agree on a "mega fight" that would allow Usyk to forego his mandatory obligation to Dubois. With the collapse of the Fury-Usyk negotiations, the former cruiserweight kingpin must fight Dubois next or relinquish the WBA Super title. Despite some suggestions that Dubois may turn down the opportunity to face Usyk in order to gain more experience at the highest level, the British fighter is determined to seize the moment. "I'm ready to end his reign," Dubois said. "I'm 100 up for it, fit and healthy, and I'm going to knock him out. How do I do it? I just have to land the right shot. It's all about timing, and this is my time." Dubois, who has won 19 of his 20 professional fights, sees Usyk's size as a potential weakness and plans to pressure him with his power and aggression. "I have to test that chin," he said. "Can I do better than Dereck Chisora did? Of course. I've got to let my hands go, not hold back, and just be myself. I know what to do, my trainer knows what to do. When I watch him, I see ways to win, and I know I've got the power to knock him out. That's me, that's how I fight, and that's what I bring: devastation." Dubois also reflected on his recovery from the ACL injury, describing the rehabilitation process as like "learning to walk again." However, he feels his knee is now stronger than ever and is confident of his ability to dethrone Usyk. "It was a major injury, but I had surgery on it straight after the fight nearly four months ago," he said. "To fight by the end of May, June, that would be no problem at all. The rehab is long, boring, and hard, but well worth it. I'm back punching again, bags, pads, all of that, and my knee feels brand new." The date and location of the Dubois-Usyk fight are yet to be confirmed, but the Londoner is ready and waiting for his chance to become a world champion.

David Benavidez calls out Canelo Alvarez for September, but will he get the fight? David Benavidez dominated Caleb Plant with a unanimous decision win on Saturday night, and immediately called out Canelo Alvarez for a fight in September. However, that fight is unlikely to happen, as Canelo is already scheduled to fight Dmitry Bivol in September, provided he beats John Ryder in May. Realistically, the earliest Benavidez can hope for a shot at Canelo is next year in May 2024. David Benavidez's performance against Caleb Plant was impressive, and he made it clear that he's ready for a shot at Canelo. Benavidez has been chasing Canelo for years, and he's made no secret of his desire to face his countryman superstar. He's a tough and skilled fighter, with an impressive record of 24 wins and no losses. His win over Plant was dominant, and he showed that he has the power and the skills to compete at the highest level. However, Canelo is a different kind of opponent. He's one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world, and he's beaten some of the biggest names in boxing. He's a master of strategy, and he knows how to use his power and speed to his advantage. If Canelo does fight Benavidez, it would be a highly anticipated match-up. Benavidez has the power and the skills to give Canelo a run for his money, and it would be an exciting fight for fans to watch. For now, though, Benavidez will have to wait his turn. Canelo has other fights scheduled, and it's uncertain when or if he will agree to fight Benavidez. In the meantime, Benavidez will continue to train and prepare for his next opponent, whoever that may be. If Canelo loses in his upcoming homecoming fight, he may consider a fight with Benavidez, but it's unlikely that his trainer/manager Eddy Reynoso will want to risk another loss for Canelo against an apex predator like Benavidez. Benavidez has been chasing Canelo for years, but after watching what he did to Plant, he may not be feeling confident about fighting him. Jermall Charlo, who plans to move up to 168 this year, praised Benavidez's performance against Plant, but it's unclear if he will be the one to challenge Benavidez next. In the end, it's up to Canelo and his team to decide who he fights next. While Benavidez may be a worthy opponent, it's uncertain if he will get the chance to face Canelo anytime soon.

The Moloney twins are set to make history in the sport of boxing. Both Andrew and Jason have secured title fights within consecutive weekends, giving them the chance to bring home major titles to Australia. Andrew Moloney’s fight against Japan’s Junto Nakatani for the vacant WBO junior bantamweight title is set to take place on May 20 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Meanwhile, Jason Moloney will challenge for the vacant WBO bantamweight title one week prior against the Philippines’ Vincent Astrolabio. The Moloney brothers are no strangers to the world of professional boxing. Andrew, who is ranked just one spot below Nakatani in the WBO junior bantamweight rankings, previously won the interim WBA junior bantamweight title in November 2019 and was upgraded to WBA ‘Regular’ titlist in 2020. However, he failed to produce a successful defense, losing his title to Joshua Franco in his June 2020 U.S. debut in Las Vegas. Moloney and Franco then engaged in a bizarre trilogy, with Moloney initially winning the title back in their November 2020 rematch, only for the fight to be ruled a No-Contest when it was deemed Franco’s badly swollen right eye was the result of an accidental clash of heads. Their August 2021 trilogy clash saw Franco prevail via unanimous decision. Andrew’s upcoming fight against Nakatani is a significant opportunity for him to claim another world title. Nakatani was named the mandatory challenger to the WBO junior bantamweight title during the sanctioning body’s convention last October in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He won the WBO flyweight title in November 2020 and made two successful defenses before relinquishing the crown last October. Nakatani made his junior bantamweight debut in his most recent start, when he outpointed former unified strawweight titlist and current top ten junior bantamweight contender Francisco ‘Chihuas’ Rodriguez last November 1 in Saitama, Japan. Jason, on the other hand, is a former Commonwealth Games gold medalist and has been making waves in the bantamweight division. He will challenge for the vacant WBO bantamweight title against the Philippines’ Vincent Astrolabio on May 13 as part of an ESPN telecast. The Janibek Alimkhanuly-Steven Butler WBO middleweight title fight will headline the event from a location that has yet to be determined. The Moloney brothers are determined to bring home the titles and make history in the sport of boxing. If they are successful, they will become the first Australian twins to hold world boxing titles at the same time. This is a significant achievement for the brothers and Australian boxing, as they continue to pave the way for up-and-coming boxers in the country. In conclusion, Andrew and Jason Moloney have a golden opportunity to win major titles in consecutive weekends. Their upcoming fights are set to be some of the most exciting and anticipated bouts of the year, with the potential for them to make boxing history. The Moloney brothers have trained hard and are ready to take on the challenges that lie ahead. We wish them the best of luck as they represent Australia on the world stage.

Cory Sandhagen put on an impressive performance against Marlon Vera in the highly-anticipated bantamweight headliner of UFC San Antonio, except for one judge's scoring. Sandhagen's diverse style kept Vera from gaining momentum throughout the 25-minute fight. Despite judge Joel Ojeda's questionable scorecard in favor of Vera, Sandhagen won decisively with 50-45 and 49-46 scorecards. Sandhagen's high-level skills were on display early in the fight, as he landed a variety of strikes and moved constantly, while Vera relied on his durability and sneaky leg kicks. Even after Sandhagen landed a flying knee and took Vera down, Vera was able to cut him open from his back. However, Sandhagen continued to control the fight with his movement and striking, including an aggressive start to the second round, which saw him secure a takedown and transition to side control, looking for a kimura. In the third round, Vera began to open up more, landing hard kicks and a left hand to Sandhagen's jaw, while Sandhagen continued to switch stances and keep Vera guessing. Sandhagen defended Vera's takedown attempts in the championship rounds and remained relentless with his wrestling attack, despite occasional strikes from Vera. After the fight, Sandhagen called for a fight with Merab Dvalishvili, who was in attendance. Sandhagen's win marked his second consecutive victory and ended Vera's impressive four-fight win streak.

Gervonta Davis: The New Face of Boxing? In the world of boxing, being recognized as the top pound-for-pound fighter is a coveted title that countless fighters aspire to attain. However, there is another mythical title that many fighters yearn for - being the needle mover, the ticket seller, and the star among stars. And according to Gervonta Davis, he is the man who currently holds this title. Despite the likes of Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder, and Canelo Alvarez being viewed as the top dogs in the sport, Davis firmly believes that he has usurped them all as the face of boxing. His claims may be audacious, but they may also have some merit behind them. Davis has consistently packed out arenas across the globe and has shown to be a draw in the pay-per-view market, regardless of who he faces. In his most recent fight against Hector Luis Garcia, Davis generated roughly 220k pay-per-view buys. However, that number is expected to increase tenfold when Davis takes on fellow unbeaten and widely popular star, Ryan Garcia, on April 22nd at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. As his mega-clash with Garcia draws near, Davis has taken notice of his surroundings in the boxing landscape. While he acknowledges that there are many talented fighters with growing followings, he firmly believes that they are merely playing follow the leader, and that he is the one leading the charge. Davis has also realized that history repeats itself, and that he is merely following in the footsteps of the greats who came before him, such as Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya. He believes that he possesses that intangible quality that cannot be taught, and that many fighters are trying to emulate him in the same way that others tried to emulate Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson in their prime. Whether or not Davis is truly the face of boxing remains to be seen. However, his unwavering confidence and impressive track record suggest that he may be onto something. As he prepares to take on Ryan Garcia in what promises to be a blockbuster event, all eyes will be on Gervonta Davis to see if he can back up his claims and cement his place in boxing history as one of the all-time greats.