Fights
“Usyk’s most interesting opponent.” Experts named a name
The well-known portal BoxingNews24 believes that Agit Kabayel, defending the interim WBC heavyweight title, may be the most interesting opponent of Oleksandr Usik among all the title candidates.
“Kabayel can be called Usyk’s most interesting opponent among the championship candidates. He is a boxer who is willing to apply pressure, defends well and is disciplined. His style is modern, not too fast, and suits heavyweight boxing.
However, there are doubts about whether he can control an elite technician like Usik,” experts said.
Usyk likely won’t be able to defend his WBC title against Kabayel. The Ukrainian player had previously received the right to volunteer defense with Deontay Wilder from the organization.
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UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev told Match TV how he was greeted in Dagestan after defeating Australian Jack Della Maddalena in the title fight.
Makhachev finished 2025 in first place in the UFC rankings, regardless of weight categories. The Russian topped the P4P rankings in mid-November after defeating Della Maddalena for the welterweight title at UFC 322 in New York. He became the first fighter from Russia and the 11th in the history of the promotion to win two championship belts. Prior to this, the Russian vacated the title of champion of the organization in the lightweight division, which is now held by Ilia Topuria.
— How were you greeted at home with belts?
– In a special way. There were a lot of people and guests. We rented a banquet hall and organized a small event so everyone could see each other and take pictures with the belt. We were met very well,” Makhachev said on the air of the “Everyone for the Match!” program. on Match TV.
34-year-old Makhachev has 28 victories and one defeat in mixed martial arts.
Live broadcasts of UFC tournaments can be seen on the Match TV and Match! Fighter”, as well as on the websites matchtv.ru and sportbox.ru.
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Fights
Makhachev: “I would like to fight in the White House, but the team doesn’t particularly approve of my idea. Khabib and I still need to talk.”
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev said on Match TV that he wants to fight in the White House in Washington, but his team is against this idea.
The UFC event in Washington is scheduled for June 14, 2026. The event should be part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence.
— A big event in the White House. This is the largest or one of the largest tournaments in the history of the organization. I would like to fight there, but the team doesn’t really approve of my idea. Khabib and I still have to sit down and talk. He said somewhere in an interview that he wouldn’t want me to fight there.
– Why?
– Don’t know. Maybe the date isn’t right. We haven’t discussed this yet. I think it would be cool for the story to have a fight in this house. This may be the first and last time.
— I think the UFC is interested in your participation.
– Yes, one hundred percent. But there will be seven or eight more title fights. This date is suitable for me – just after Ramadan,” Makhachev said on the air of the “Everyone for the Match!” program. on Match TV.
In November, Makhachev defeated Australian Jack Della Maddalena by unanimous decision at UFC 322 in New York to become the welterweight champion. He became the first fighter from Russia and the 11th in the history of the promotion to win two championship belts. Prior to this, the Russian vacated the title of champion of the organization in the lightweight division, which is now held by Ilia Topuria. 34-year-old Makhachev has 28 victories and one defeat in MMA.
Live broadcasts of UFC tournaments can be seen on the Match TV and Match! Fighter”, as well as on the websites matchtv.ru and sportbox.ru.
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heavyweight fight Moses Ithauma and Jermaine Franklin, scheduled for January 24, were postponed due to the Englishman’s injury.
Promoter Queensberry said: “Moses was injured during fight preparation. As a result, the Magnificent 7 show in Manchester has been postponed until 28 March.”
Ithauma continues his streak of nine consecutive knockouts; the most recent being a first-round victory over Dillian Whyte. Franklin have now made it three wins in a row following two defeats in England.
Previously, star British heavyweight Moses Itauma had talked about a possible fight against WBA, WBC and IBF world champion Alexander Usyk. The young boxer noted the Ukrainian’s age and his path to the heavyweight league.
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