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Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou fight rules labelled 'dumbest idea in sports history'

Tyson Fury is being reported to be in line for a fight against Francis Ngannou in the future, with the UFC star having left the franchise to pursue big fights in boxing.

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Tyson Fury mocked for "dumbest idea in history" after Francis Ngannou call-out

Fury has expressed interest in facing UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou in a cage fight under standard boxing rules, where the pair would wear 4oz gloves and Mike Tyson would act as referee

Daily Mirror

Chael Sonnen calls Tyson Fury’s offer to Francis Ngannou ‘perhaps the dumbest idea in sports history’

Chael Sonnen is not a fan of Tyson Fury's idea for a fight with Francis Ngannou.

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Francis Ngannou warned he will struggle to replicate Conor McGregor's boxing plan

Francis Ngannou is exploring competing in the boxing ring following his departure from the UFC, but Chael Sonnen believes he is a disadvantage compared to Conor McGregor

Daily Mirror

Francis Ngannou to be released from UFC and lose heavyweight title

Ngannou will depart the UFC after being embroiled in a contract feud with the promotion, which will see him vacate his heavyweight title

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Jake Paul backed to be included in "rare" group including Conor McGregor

UFC legend Chael Sonnen believes that Paul is about to join a club including McGregor, Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather of fighters who fans will watch no matter the opponent

Daily Mirror

Paddy Pimblett defended after "stock dropped" following controversial UFC win

Paddy Pimblett scored a controversial points victory over Jared Gordon in his last UFC outing and has received the backing of Chael Sonnen after he drew plenty of criticism

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Chael Sonnen: Alexander Volkanovski over Islam Makhachev at UFC 284 wouldn’t be a big upset`

The way Chael Sonnen sees it, featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is a big risk for lightweight champ Islam Makhachev at UFC 284.

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KSI promoter offers to make major contractual change for Dillon Danis fight

Danis recently put his fight with KSI in jeopardy by revealing a rehydration clause in his contract and the YouTuber's promoter has now offered to remove the clause

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KSI vs Dillon Danis contract details released including weight agreement

Danis admitted during a recent appearance on The MMA Hour that he wasn't sure if his fight with KSI was an exhibition or a professional bout, but he now knows more about the event

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Dillon Danis doubts KSI fight will happen as he hits out at "fishy" goings on

Bellator star Danis has explained that he has a restrictive rehydration clause in the contract for his bout with KSI in London next month, and believes the fight could be cancelled

Daily Mirror

UFC legend explains difference between Paddy Pimblett and Sean O'Malley

Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen believes there is a key difference between famed MMA trash talkers Paddy Pimblett and Sean O'Malley that is affecting their careers

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John Fury praised by UFC legend for ripping off shirt and confronting Jake Paul

The elder Fury, whose sons are world heavyweight champion Tyson and Love Island star Tommy, has been praised by UFC legend Chael Sonnen for his outburst towards Jake Paul in Dubai

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Chael Sonnen’s 2022 Comeback of the Year is not Leon Edwards or Alex Pereira

Chael Sonnen lauds Leon Edwards and Alex Pereira for their title-winning finishes, but they're not his 2022 Comeback of the Year.

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Nate Diaz tipped to make UFC U-turn to complete Conor McGregor trilogy

The iconic feud between McGregor and Diaz never had a decisive winner after the pair traded victories back in 2016, and almost seven years from their first meeting fans still want a trilogy

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Chael Sonnen thinks Robert Whittaker should get title shot vs. Alex Pereira – and he’d be favorite

"I who believes in a forfeiture clause, I believe that Whittaker just won. I believe we now have our fight, it's Pereira vs. Whittaker," say Chael Sonnen of the UFC middleweight division.

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Chael Sonnen on ‘meaningful difference’ between Conor McGregor, Jon Jones situations

Chael Sonnen doesn't think Conor McGregor and Jon Jones have the same motivation to return to the UFC.

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Paddy Pimblett judge defended despite turning in controversial UFC scorecard

Pimblett was given the decision on all three judges' scorecards against Jared Gordon at UFC 282, but one man in particular has been singled out for his call on the fight

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Conor McGregor 'needs a talking to' before making "arrogant" career decision

McGregor expressed an interest in competing at middleweight but the former two-weight UFC champion has been urged to reconsider the "arrogant" decision

Daily Mirror

New theory emerges to explain Conor McGregor’s lack of drug testing

McGregor is currently not enrolled in the USADA drug testing pool which UFC fighters are required to be for six months prior to competing, but UFC legend Chael Sonnen believes there are "logistical reasons" behind his absence

Daily Mirror

Conor McGregor faces second accusation of photoshopping topless pictures

McGregor was last week accused of photoshopping his photos by YouTuber 'More Plates More Dates' and now UFC legend Chael Sonnen has also claimed the Irishman is editing them

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Twitter reacts to Larissa Pacheco’s title-winning upset of Kayla Harrison at 2022 PFL Championships

Check out the top Twitter reactions to Larissa Pacheco's title-winning upset of Kayla Harrison to win $1 million at 2022 PFL Championships.

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Video: Is Dustin Poirier really just chasing ‘Conor McGregor status’ at this point?

Chael Sonnen's viewpoint on Dustin Poirier's UFC career is an interesting one that may or may not have merit.

Daily Mirror

Sports doctor aims McDonald's jibe at Conor McGregor after UFC star's visit

McGregor hasn't fought since breaking his leg in defeat to Dustin Poirier at 155lb last July, but has since confirmed he intends to return to 170lb when he makes his UFC return after bulking to 190lb

Daily Mirror

Joe Joyce targets fight with "freak" UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

Joyce is currently undefeated in the boxing ring and is waiting for his WBO world title shot, but is open to taking a crossover bout with UFC heavyweight Ngannou after the pair shared the ring in sparring

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