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Renato Moicano's second-ever UFC main event appearance will not take place later this month. According to reports, the veteran has suffered an injury that has forced him to withdraw from his April 29 headliner against Arman Tsarukyan. The fight was planned for lightweight inside the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. As of now, it's unclear whether Tsarukyan will continue on the card with a new opponent or whether the fight will be cancelled outright. With UFC Vegas 72 just over two weeks away, it appears likely that the UFC will have a difficult time finding a high-profile opponent willing to compete in five rounds. Tsarukyan's main event slot, which is very possibly in jeopardy, gave the rated lightweight a chance to win his maiden fight as a headliner. Renato Moicano was supposed to make his debut for the year later this month. He finished 2022 on a high note, defeating Brad Riddell via first-round rear naked choke submission at UFC 281 in November. Moicano's first UFC main event debut came in 2019, when he was defeated by The Korean Zombie in 58 seconds. That was his final appearance at featherweight; he has since made five lightweight bouts. UFC Fight Night 223 lineup now includes: Arman Tsarukyan vs. opponent TBA Caio Borralho vs. Michal Oleksiejczuk Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Marcos Rogerio Cody Brundage vs. Rodolfo Vieira Ange Loosa vs. Josh Quinlan Emily Ducote vs. Polyana Viana Natan Levy vs. Pete Rodriguez Brian Kelleher vs. Journey Newson Martin Buday vs. Jake Collier Cody Durden vs. Charles Johnson Julian Erosa vs. Fern Padilla Hailey Cowan vs. Jamey-Lyn Horth Irina Alekseeva vs. Stephanie Egger

Stipe Miocic, the two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion, has fired back at Jon Jones and Dana White. For many years, Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic has been a great dream bout in the UFC. The match-up was widely rumored throughout 2022, but it never materialized. The widespread consensus surrounding the fight's delays, according to Daniel Cormier, was that Miocic's financial demands were the main issue. Miocic hasn't fought in more than two years. He was last seen at UFC 260, where he was knocked out in the second round by Francis Ngannou to lose the UFC Heavyweight Championship. Jon Jones made his long-awaited comeback to the Octagon this year, winning the heavyweight title with a first-round submission victory over Ciryl Gane. Jones has since blamed Stipe Miocic for the fact that their fight has yet to be announced. Prior to appearing to enter isolation, Bones reportedly asked White to inform him when the Miocic bout was confirmed. Miocic recently posted a video of White addressing Jones' disappearance. Miocic questioned Jones' unexpected departure from the public eye in what appeared to be a callout to both White and Jones. The heavyweight fight was highly anticipated to be the main event of UFC 290 in July. Unfortunately, current rumours indicate that the clash has been postponed again, with a new date set for this fall. Top contests at 265lbs have been delayed – and occasionally completely missed – in recent years.

In October, Leon Edwards will 'probably' defend his welterweight title against Colby Covington after ruling out competing at UFC London in July. The British fighter extended his winning record to 12 matches by defeating Kamaru Usman in a trilogy fight at UFC 286 last month, retaining his title and solidifying his position at the top of the division. He is currently aiming for a fight in Abu Dhabi later this autumn to give himself time to regain his full condition. "No [he will not feature at UFC London as far as he's concerned] unless it comes with some stupid money, the bag always talks!" Edwards told Sky Sports. "Unless the stupid money comes I don't see it, I'd literally have to get back in training camp next week. "I fought under a month ago. March to July I don't think makes sense. "In the last year or so I've fought three times I think, I'd love to fight now towards the end of the year. The Abu Dhabi card would be great. "That would be perfect, I get time to nurse my injuries, I get time to get back into it, I feel like Abu Dhabi would be perfect." However, Edwards did make a suggestion that there was a chance he might have fought in London had Jorge Masvidal defeated Gilbert Burns over the weekend. The two were said to have fought backstage, which sparked an intriguing rivalry in 2019. Masvidal, 38, famously announced his retirement after losing to Burns in Miami by unanimous decision. "Maybe [if it was Masvidal]. There's a story behind it, about the UK and the backstage thing, I know the fans would have wanted it," said Edwards. "Even Masvidal wouldn't have earned it if he beat Gilbert, there's a story there and bad blood there and something there to sell." Covington, according to Edwards, has not yet proven himself worthy of a crack at the title, but he is still ready to take on any opponent that is put in front of him. "At the moment in the division there's no clear No 1 contender, Colby is coming off two losses and one win, Gilbert similar," he explained. "I had to go earn like 10 fights in a row to fight for the world title, these guys are winning one fight, losing one fight and then fighting for a world title. "If you believe you're a champion you should fight all the guys offered to you. He hasn't earned his position, you can't sit down uninjured for over a year, turn down fights and then say you want a title fight. "Now I'm the champion, I decide, Colby isn't a champion so doesn't decide anything. That's the difference.

Anthony Joshua made headlines last year when he threw Oleksandr Usyk's three world titles on the floor and went on a rant after losing to him in Jeddah. Fans and commentators were left puzzled by his outburst, with many describing it as a "meltdown." Now, in a recent interview with SecondsOut, Joshua has revealed the surprising cause of his post-fight outburst. It turns out that a compliment from Usyk's close friend, Vasiliy Lomachenko, was to blame for Joshua's unsavory behavior at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium. According to Joshua, he took Lomachenko's compliment about his strength as a sign of disrespect. "As an African, I felt like he was trying to belittle me as someone who is hardworking," Joshua explained. "That's how I interpreted it. That's why I got a bit vexed." Joshua went on to explain that he has seen similar comments in football, where commentators often describe African players as just "strong," failing to acknowledge their talent. He felt that Lomachenko was doing the same thing to him, and that's what caused his emotional outburst after the fight. While some fans may find Joshua's explanation surprising, it's clear that the emotions of the fight were running high for the boxer. Losing to Usyk was a significant setback for Joshua, and it's understandable that he would be sensitive to any perceived disrespect. Since his loss to Usyk, Joshua has bounced back with a win over Jermaine Franklin at the 02 Arena. He has shown that he is still a formidable fighter in the ring and is ready to take on new challengers. Hopefully, with this revelation, fans can better understand what caused Joshua's outburst and move forward, focusing on the exciting fights to come.

Oscar De La Hoya believes that the Gervonta Davis-Ryan Garcia fight will be such a big deal that it will have a long-lasting effect on the boxing industry. Garcia's promoter projected that the two fighters' fame outside of boxing's dwindling fan base and on social media would make their pay-per-view event a financial success. Since the day tickets went on sale last month, the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where Davis and Garcia's bout is scheduled for April 22, has been completely sold out. “The Golden Boy” believes such high demand for admission is an accurate indication of how many consumers will buy a four-fight pay-per-view show that’ll cost $84.99 in the United States. De La Hoya has stated that Davis-Garcia could generate two million buys in the U.S., though most industry insiders have been much more conservative with their estimates. Nevertheless, the six-division champion believes Davis-Garcia's matchup has been planned at the perfect time to generate some much-needed momentum for a niche sport in which business challenges frequently prevent the most compelling fights from taking place. During Garcia's open workout on Tuesday at the Maloof house in Beverly Hills, California, De La Hoya talked about the significance of their fight. “This is the fight to save boxing – literally,” De La Hoya told Showtime’s announcer, Ray Flores. “You know, they keep on – every decade has its fight to save boxing. This is the fight to save boxing. And the reason why it is, is because you have two young guys, two undefeated guys, who are the best of the best, willing to fight each other. You can see the anticipation, you can feel it. The sellout in four minutes of tickets. It’s a great indication that this pay-per-view is gonna be huge, so yeah, this is the fight of the year.” Most bookies rate Baltimore's Davis (28-0, 26 KOs) as more than a 2-1 favourite to defeat California's Garcia (23-0, 19 KOs) in their 12-round non-title bout, which will take place at a stipulated catch weight of 136 pounds. Even against a dangerous southpaw who has knocked out 93% of his opponents, De La Hoya believes the 24-year-old Garcia will put up a remarkable performance in the greatest fight of his six-year pro career. Davis was complimented by De La Hoya on Tuesday. “I told [Garcia] the other day, ‘I can see it in your eyes. There’s something in your eyes that tells me you’re gonna do something special,’ ” De La Hoya said. “Because there’s fighters in each generation that are chosen. And Ryan is the chosen one for this generation.”

Gervonta Davis, the undefeated American boxer, has promised fans an early stoppage when he takes on fellow undefeated fighter Ryan Garcia at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on April 22. Davis, who currently boasts a record of 28-0 with 26 knockouts, is confident that he will be able to secure a quick victory against Garcia, who has a record of 23-0 with 19 knockouts. Speaking at a media workout at Barry's Boxing Gym, Davis said, "Make sure you come early and get your popcorn or whatever you want to get, because this is gonna be an early night for sure. I'm feeling great. Everything is about staying completely focused on the task, because I know I have a challenge in front of me on April 22." Davis is known for his incredible punching power, which has earned him the nickname 'Tank'. He has built a reputation as one of the most feared fighters in the sport, with the majority of his fights ending in early knockouts. Garcia, on the other hand, is known for his speed and technical abilities in the ring. He has gained a considerable following on social media, making him one of the most popular young boxers in the world. The fight between Davis and Garcia is set to be a clash of styles, with Davis looking to land his power shots early and Garcia relying on his speed and footwork to outmaneuver Davis. Despite Davis' confidence, Garcia has also expressed his belief that he will be able to secure a victory against Davis. Regardless of the outcome, this fight is set to be one of the most exciting fights in recent boxing history. Fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the matchup between these two undefeated fighters. Will Davis be able to deliver on his promise of an early stoppage? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure - this fight is not to be missed.

Dricus du Plessis is eager to put this feud with Israel Adesanya to rest. Adesanya won the middleweight title at UFC 287 with a sensational second-round knockout of longtime adversary Alex Pereira. It was a triumphant moment for Adesanya, who lay the groundwork for a future challenge when, despite refusing to name du Plessis, he threatened to "drag his carcass across South Africa" if he continued to win fights. “For him saying that, does he think I’m scared of him?” du Plessis said on The MMA Hour. “I am not scared of that man? The fact that he put some threats out there, obviously he’s forgotten, because I don’t take kindly to threats. Over here, it doesn’t work like that. If you want to make threats, come and show me. Come and show me how you drag my carcass around. I would love to see you try. “And like I said in that message: UFC Africa is far away from being done. It’s probably going to happen next year. I don’t want to wait that long. I will beat him this year, and after that fight, if he still feels like he has all this power over me and he’s trying to intimidate me, that’s good. Then come to Africa next year, and we’ll fight for the belt in a rematch where I’m the champion. Because that fight’s not happening this year, and he does not scare me. Not one little bit.” Adesanya's hatred for du Plessis derives from comments made by the South African fighter about being "an African champion," claiming that he lives and trains in Africa but other African-born champions, such as Adesanya and Kamaru Usman, do not.

Contrary to what most of us would believe, there is a far deeper connection between martial arts and celebrities. While some famous people engage in the sessions to maintain their physical fitness and strength, others do it out of a pure passion for martial arts and the thrill of it all. Here are some celebrities that often engage in combat sports. Robert Downey Jr Robert is a major movie star and one of the highest-paid actors. He did, however, experience some personal demons at some point in his life, just like many of us. He claims that practicing Wing Chun has contributed significantly to his discipline, and he has a deep, everlasting love for martial art. A few years prior to the release of the first Iron Man movie, RDJ began developing his martial arts skills. In fact, he spent a lot of time studying with renowned Wing Chun practitioner Eric Oram when Sherlock Holmes was being filmed, often up to six times per week. Vladmir Putin Amongst the most famous personalities in this list who takes MMA lessons is Russia president Vladimir Putin. Putin has always been interested in martial arts. He possesses a black belt in judo, and according to many, he has been practicing the art for more than 40 years. Furthermore, Putin may be seen in numerous movies using Judo techniques while wearing a gi. According to some experts, Putin is legitimate, and his technique is quite effective. Putin is a passionate martial arts enthusiast as well, and he frequently attends the Olympics to cheer on Russian judo participants. Wiz Khalifa Wiz is renowned primarily for leading a wild and unhealthy lifestyle. You'll thus be amazed to hear that he has time for some serious martial arts training in addition to his work as a musician and his public passion for marijuana. Wiz claims that he first began training consistently for a few months with BJJ. But when he started practicing Muay Thai, he really got the bug and is now working out for up to three hours every day. That involves pad workouts with Muay Thai legend Saenchai. Henry Cavil Henry Cavill, a British actor, is best known for playing Superman in the DC Extended Universe film series. While Henry Cavill seems to have given Superman a new approach, the Man of Steel may not be known for his prowess in the ring. Cavill regularly practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and frequently competes alongside legends of the game like Roger and Renzo Gracie. Although he has some boxing experience as well, BJJ is his primary love. To use Cavill's own words: “Jiu-Jitsu has a way of kicking your arse and making you love it for the lessons you learned! Kinda like mother nature… or a big brother whom you annoyed one too many times. So good to be back on the mats.” Ed O’Neil The American actor and comedian are best known for playing Al Bundy in the television series "Married with Children" and Jay in " Modern Family." But Ed is also well-liked and respected in the martial arts community since he is a black belt. Ed O'Neill is a black belt in BJJ. And not just anyone - O'Neill earned his black belt under Rorion Gracie in 2007. Rorion is one of the few persons on earth with a 9th-degree red belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a well-known member of the Gracie family. He is also well regarded as one of the pioneers who brought Brazilian Jiu-jitsu to America.

Boxing fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the highly anticipated fight between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis, set to take place on April 22 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This fight marks a rare occasion where two unbeaten fighters will face off, with both Garcia and Davis putting everything on the line to become the face of boxing. Former two-weight world champion, Andre Ward, has raised an important question ahead of the fight - can Garcia handle the power of Davis? Despite Garcia's impressive speed and technical abilities, Davis is known for his tremendous power, earning him the nickname 'Tank'. Garcia, with a record of 22-0 with 18 knockouts, has gained a considerable following on social media, making him one of the most popular young boxers in the world. Davis, on the other hand, boasts a record of 25-0 with 24 knockouts, cementing his reputation as a knockout artist. The clash of styles between Garcia and Davis is expected to be one for the ages. Garcia will rely on his speed and footwork to outmaneuver Davis, while Davis will be looking to land his power shots and end the fight early. This fight is not just about winning or losing, but about securing a place in boxing history. The winner of this fight will likely become the face of boxing, at least for the time being. Both fighters are young and have a long career ahead of them, but this fight could be the one that propels one of them into superstardom. As the anticipation builds for this fight, it's clear that boxing fans are in for a treat. The clash between Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis is set to be one of the biggest fights of the year and could potentially be one of the greatest fights in boxing history. Only time will tell who will come out on top, but one thing is for sure - this fight will be one to remember.

Frank Warren would cheerfully match any heavyweight he promotes against Anthony Joshua, not just Tyson Fury. “I think Joe Joyce would knock him out,” Warren said during an interview posted to Queensberry Promotions’ YouTube channel. “As soon as he catches him. He will walk through him.” Warren admitted that Joyce will have a challenging foe on Saturday night at London's Copper Box Arena. Joyce (15-0, 14 KOs) will fight formidable Chinese challenger Zhang Zhilei (24-1-1, 19 KOs) in the main event of a show that will be broadcast on BT Sport 1 in the UK and Ireland and streamed on ESPN+ in the US. Warren wouldn't think twice about pairing Joshua with the 2016 Olympic silver medalist if Joyce, 37, wins and keeps his WBO interim heavyweight belt. “I mean, they wanna pick up the phone and talk to us about that, we’ll do that immediately, if Joe comes through,” Warren said. “Remember, Joe’s the interim champion, so he’s the gatekeeper to the mandatory [position], the WBO mandatory. He is the gatekeeper for that fight. So, if anybody wants it, they know what they’ve gotta do. They’ve gotta fight him. And if Joshua wants to get himself into that position, we’ll gladly, gladly accommodate him for that. I can speak on behalf of Joe because Joe has told me he wants the fight.” London's Joyce has made a name for himself in the heavyweight division by displaying a rock-solid chin, incredible stamina, a reliable, stiff jab, and devastating power. At AO Arena in Manchester, England, on September 24, 6-foot-6, 270-pound Joyce defeated former WBO champion Joseph Parker in the 11th round to become the first combatant to accomplish this feat. Parker (31-3, 21 KOs) of New Zealand also competed against Joshua in a 12-round title unification bout at Cardiff, Wales' Principality Stadium five years ago. Joshua won on all judges scorecards.

Jake Paul, a former YouTuber who is now a boxer, claimed that his team had advised him to face KSI or another social media celebrity when he returned to the ring. Jake's older brother Logan Paul was defeated by KSI via a decision when competing in boxing. However, Paul ultimately made the decision to go on a well-known MMA veteran, and on Wednesday he formally declared that Nate Diaz would be his opponent. At the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, the competition takes place on August 5. Paul (6-1, 4 KOs) recently suffered his first boxing loss. He lost an eight-round split decision to Tommy Fury, the younger brother of WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, who had never lost. Paul may have used the right to an immediate rematch. Unknown factors led him to choose a different course of action. Paul has defeated many MMA veterans over his career, including Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, and Ben Askren. In their grudge battle, he thinks Diaz will be outmatched and defeated. “My last fight didn’t end the way I wanted, but the result was the best thing that could have happened to my professional boxing aspirations. Now, the world thinks I am vulnerable, when all I am is more focused than ever. My team wanted me to take an easy fight like KSI next, but that’s not how I am built. Nate Diaz is considered one of the most bad-ass fighters of all time, but he and his team have been running their mouths for too long,” said Paul. “People tell me Nate has been training with Andre Ward for years. That he has insane stamina. That he refuses to back down. Good for f------- Nate. I haven’t forgotten about the slap backstage in Arizona, and on August 5th, a Problem Child is going to piece up and knock out the Stockton G.”

The flyweight division is set to be ignited once again as the highly anticipated rematch between Brandon Moreno and Alexandre Pantoja is headed to UFC 290 on July 8 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The two warriors are set to battle it out for the flyweight championship in what promises to be an enthralling bout. Following a report originally received from Freak MMA, UFC Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell acknowledged the information with UFC broadcast partner ESPN. The rematch between Moreno and Pantoja promises to be a barnburner. However, both fighters have improved significantly since their first meeting. Moreno, the current flyweight champion, and Pantoja have previously met back in 2018 at UFC Fight Night 129. The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with Pantoja ultimately coming out on top with a unanimous decision victory. Moreno left the UFC following his defeat to Pantoja, but he eventually made the journey back after taking away the LFA flyweight championship. During his second UFC run, Moreno has seen a great deal of success. Over the past two and a half years, "The Assassin Baby" has been involved as part of one of the finest rivalries in the promotion's history. Since December 2020, the Mexican and Deiveson Figueiredo have battled in a record four fights inside the octagon, excluding a championship matchup against Kai Kara-France in the interim. While Moreno won at UFC 283 by doctor's stoppage TKO to regain the championship, he put a halt to his feud against Figueiredo. Pantoja, on the other hand, has also been making waves in the flyweight division. The Brazilian fighter has an impressive record of 25-5. Pantoja is a well-rounded fighter who possesses knockout power in his strikes and is also a proficient grappler. Following wins in each of his previous three matches—two of which were stunning submission wins—Pantoja has pushed himself closer to a championship opportunity. The South American emerged legitimately worthy of the championship with consecutive victories against Manel Kape, Brandon Royval, and Alex Perez. The flyweight division has seen a resurgence in recent years, with fighters like Moreno, Figueiredo, and Pantoja putting on some of the most exciting fights in the UFC. This rematch between Moreno and Pantoja is sure to add to the excitement of the division, and fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting July 8 to see who will emerge as the flyweight champion.