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Forbes
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Josh Taylor Vs. Ekow Essuman: Date, Time, And Fight Card Details
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - MAY 23: Josh Taylor and Ekow Essuman during the official weigh-in ahead of ... More Saturday's Welterweight bout, at the SEC Centre, on May 23, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Scates/SNS Group via Getty Images) On Saturday in Glasgow, Scotland, one of the land's greatest fighters and former champions, Josh Taylor, will take on Ekow Essuman in the main event of the Land of the Brave. Taylor, 34, is looking to make a move up to welterweight and to end a two-fight losing streak. Essuman, 36, is looking to land the biggest win of his career and potentially earn a shot at a title down the line. Here's a look at the entire card along with viewing information: Josh Taylor vs. Ekow Essuman – Full Fight Card Main Event Co-Main Event Undercard Taylor, a former world champion at junior welterweight, may be in a last-gasp situation as it pertains to world-title relevancy. He lost back-to-back unanimous decisions to Jack Catterall and Teofimo Lopez and now looks to find some success in a new weight class. While Taylor sounded focused and determined to dispel any thoughts that he might be washed, Essuman, the older—yet less accomplished—fighter, stayed mild and even-keeled throughout the presser. Essuman was told by one reporter: 'You're in the deep blue sea now with Josh Taylor here; former undisputed champion, says he's going to take you out on Saturday. What are your thoughts?' Essuman calmly responded: 'And? Like, that's the whole point of it. Like, we're supposed to do that. I don't take offence to it. It is what it is. He's in my way, I'm in his way. It is what it is.' There doesn't appear to be any bad blood between the two fighters, and the draw here is more about finding out what Taylor has left in the tank. The co-main event will see McGregor trying to take the '0' from the talented Nathaniel Collins, and we'll also see promising heavyweight KO artist Moses Itauma in what could be his toughest test to date against Mike Balogun. Be on the lookout for results and full scorecards for the co-main and main events.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Catterall stepping up a weight to face Eubank
Jack Catterall will look to return to winning ways when he takes on undefeated British welterweight rival Harlem Eubank at Manchester's AO Arena on Saturday July 5, live worldwide on DAZN, and in association with Wasserman Boxing. The Chorley fighter makes the move up to 147lbs following his razor close split decision loss to the USA's Arnold Barboza Jr in their interim WBO Super-Lightweight World Title clash in February. Brighton's Eubank is yet to taste defeat since joining the professional ranks back in 2017, and the 31-year-old stopped Belfast's Tyron McKenna in nine rounds to pick up the IBF Intercontinental Title in his hometown last time out in March. 'This is another huge domestic fight that I can really sink my teeth into,' said Catterall. 'After the disappointment of my last fight, I'm grateful to Frank Smith and Eddie Hearn for giving me the opportunity to headline again in Manchester. 'I'm eager to put on a big performance and make a statement in my first fight up at Welterweight. The Eubank name is hot at the moment but I'm ready to put the fire out in style.' 'This is a fight that's been on my radar for a long time, and I'm delighted it's finally happening,' said Eubank. 'Jack is a world-class fighter and, in my view — and many others' — a former undisputed champion. 'These are the elite-level match-ups I've been calling for, and make no mistake, I'm ready. They say timing is everything in boxing, and this summer clash couldn't have come at a better moment in my career.' Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman, said: 'Another huge domestic clash for Chorley's Jack Catterall as he takes on unbeaten Brighton man Harlem Eubank in his first fight up at Welterweight. 'Both men are huge names in British boxing and this is a fight that promises to deliver for the fans. Jack has proved that he belongs on the world stage, and this will be his third headliner in a row in Manchester. 'Harlem comes into this fight in red-hot form, looking to prove that he belongs on the biggest stage. We'll have news on a stacked undercard dropping soon. Catch it all live on the home of boxing, DAZN.' Kalle Sauerland, Global Head of Boxing at Wasserman, said: 'You can't beat a domestic dust-up and Catterall vs. Eubank has all the makings of a classic. 'Jack has been operating at world level for many years, but Harlem has shown with his recent performances that he now belongs on this stage. 'He is one of the biggest names in British boxing, his rise through the levels has been watched by millions of fans and on July 5, in Manchester, another chapter will be written in the famous Eubank story.' Sam Jones, manager of Catterall, said: 'I'm delighted to get this fight done, thank you to Matchroom, Frank and Eddie once again for giving Jack these opportunities. Jack is a world level fighter and after the blip in his last fight, he will make this very conclusive.' Jamie Conlan, manager of Eubank, said: 'As we have seen recently, domestic match-ups are what grips the boxing public, especially if a Eubank is involved. This is a massive fight for British boxing with world level implications. 'Jack's been to the top, fighting for unified World Titles and, in many eyes, should've won. Now, coming off his second loss, he's under pressure to prove himself. Meanwhile, Harlem's riding a wave of momentum in Brighton, having beaten two of Jack's former opponents more convincingly. This is the perfect moment for Harlem to make his mark on world boxing.' 'Fight fans love a proper, well matched domestic matchup,' said Alfie Sharman VP, DAZN. 'Jack is coming off the back of a very close loss, but has shown time and time again that he belongs at the world level. Harlem is a fantastic fighter who is ready to take his moment on the world stage. What a fight we have in store July 5. Watch it live, only on DAZN.' Tickets for Catterall vs. Eubank will be available to purchase via and priced at £40, £60, £100, £200 and £350 (Ringside).
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
UFC Vegas 106 results: Michael Morales continues ascent with 1st-round TKO of Gilbert Burns
The UFC is still looking for a fighter who can stop Michael Morales. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Michael Morales appears to be the real deal. The rising UFC welterweight star notched the biggest win of an undefeated career on Saturday with a first-round TKO of former title challenger Gilbert Burns. He is the first welterweight to ever finish Burns in the first two rounds. Advertisement Morales looked like the stronger, faster fighter in the 3 1/2 minutes of action, leaving Burns to try to grapple his way into a slower fight. He managed to hold on for a minute or so, but the fight was quickly over once Morales got free. A series of power shots put Burns on the mat, and referee Herb Dean had seen enough. The victory ties Morales (18-0, 13 KOs) for the third-longest win streak in the welterweight division with six, behind newly minted champion Jack Della Maddalena (eight) and top contender Shavkat Rakhmonov (seven). It has been a furious ascent for a fighter who made his UFC debut in 2022 and has looked like he has every tool needed to be considered a future title challenger. Advertisement When asked for a callout after the fight, Morales basically told the division to come to him: "I knew the whole welterweight division was going to come out for me like sharks. Everybody tried to take my head off, but I tell you what, I'm always ready to go and as long as I'm healthy and ready to go, I'll be ready for them." As for Burns (22-9), this was another gatekeeping fight for the 38-year-old, and it's hard to say he's provided much security lately. It's his fourth straight loss and his fifth in eight fights since challenging former champion Kamaru Usman for the belt in 2021. Some of those losses have been of the forgivable variety — he was one of the final bumps in the road before Della Maddalena and Belal Muhammad got their successful title shots — but this isn't a sport that's going to help you out when you're a veteran on a downturn. Check out full UFC Vegas 106 results below. Main Card Michael Morales def. Gilbert Burns via first-round TKO (3:39) Advertisement Mairon Santos def. Sodiq Yusuff via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) Nursulton Ruziboev def. Dustin Stoltzfus via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28) Melquizael Costa def. Julian Erosa via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Preliminary Card Gabe Green def. Matheus Camilo via second-round submission (RNC) (3:43) Jared Gordon def. Thiago Moises via first-round KO (3:37) Yadier del Valle def. Connor Matthews via first-round submission (rear-naked choke) (2:54) Luana Santos def. Tainara Lisboa via second-round submission (Americana) (4:59) Denise Gomes def. Elise Reed via second-round TKO (0:30) Advertisement Hyun Sung Park def. Carlos Hernandez via first-round submission (RNC) (2:26) Tecia Pennington def. Luana Pinheiro via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
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UFC Vegas 106: Michael Morales continues ascent with 1st-round TKO of Gilbert Burns
The UFC is still looking for a fighter who can stop Michael Morales. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Michael Morales appears to be the real deal. The rising UFC welterweight star notched the biggest win of an undefeated career on Saturday with a first-round TKO of former challenger Gilbert Burns. He is the first welterweight to ever finish Burns in the first two rounds. Advertisement The win ties Morales for the third-longest win streak in the welterweight division with six, behind newly minted champion Jack Della Maddelena (eight) and top contender Shavkat Rakhmonov (seven). It has been a furious ascent for a fighter who made his UFC debut in 2022 and has looked like he has every tool needed to be considered a future title challenger. As for Burns, this was aanother gatekeeping fight for the 38-year-old, and it's hard to say he's provided much security lately. It's his fourth straight loss and his fifth in eight fights since challenging Kamaru Usman for the belt in 2021.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Buckley Terrorizes Hapless Streamer In Embarrassing Video
Top-ranked UFC Welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley's winning ways continue. N3on, real name Rangesh Mutama, is an American YouTube and Twitch streamer/personality, primarily in the departments of video game streaming and online trolling. The 20-year-old Internet personality recent met up with Buckley to make some content and sparring. Advertisement Let's just put it this way: N3on makes Sneako look like Floyd Mayweather. He was downright terrified of Buckley, who graciously did not put too much of a beating on the hapless streamer. Even when Buckley allowed N3on to lock in a rear naked choke, Mutama didn't have the biceps to cause any effect. For some context, I once saw my jiu-jitsu coach's eight-year-old daughter put a 30-year-old man to sleep when he let her lock in the RNC. Buckley's commentary adds to the hilarity, 'It's time to spar!' He spits. 'Time to get that connection, body on body. I'm gonna treat you real nice, I'm glad you came out here. I'ma take my time with ya. I ain't gone break ya ...' Maybe N3on can serve as a rebound opponent for The Island Boy. Advertisement Buckley was arguably 2024's 'Fighter of the Year' after racking up four quality victories last year, most recently stopping Colby Covington in a high-profile Miami clash (watch it). Buckley is angling for a big 170-pound fight next, someone like former Welterweight kingpin Kamara Usman. Currently, however, 'New Mansa' remains unbooked and looking for a dance partner. More from
