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In the wake of his victory over Devin Haney, Ryan Garcia has accepted UFC champion Sean O’Malley’s challenge for a boxing match. Despite initially expressing preference for an MMA bout, Garcia is now open to facing O’Malley in the boxing ring. The potential clash has garnered attention after Garcia’s online banter with O’Malley, who has hinted at a future move to boxing. Garcia has also reached out to UFC president Dana White, proposing an MMA fight with O’Malley, believing it would be a fairer test of his skills.

Iranian MMA fighter Ali Heibati’s debut in the Hardcore Fighting Championship was marred by bizarre antics and controversy. Heibati kicked a ring girl, attacked his opponent post-fight, and sparked a brawl involving other fighters. He has been banned for life by the promotion and faces additional fines.

John Kavanagh, the longtime coach of Conor McGregor, expresses confidence in his star pupil’s upcoming comeback fight at UFC 303. Kavanagh believes McGregor’s training has him looking sharp and predicts a quick knockout victory over Michael Chandler, drawing parallels to McGregor’s previous victory over Chad Mendes. The coach emphasizes McGregor’s exceptional striking ability and the advantage provided by his titanium leg rod.

During an amateur preliminary light heavyweight bout in Nebraska, fighter Mensah fell ill in the octagon, spewing blue fluid onto the canvas. The referee swiftly halted the fight, declaring the opponent, Spatz, the winner due to “Loss of Bodily Fluid.” Fans expressed shock and sympathy for Mensah, marking the first TKO victory of Spatz’s MMA career.

Pakistani MMA fighter Shahzaib Rind has explained the reasons behind his pre-fight altercation with Indian fighter Rana Singh, claiming that Singh had verbally abused him and made inappropriate comments about Pakistan. The incident went viral on social media, with Rind ultimately knocking out Singh in the subsequent fight. Rind, who has trained in the United States, expressed his pride in representing Pakistan and promoting a positive image of his country.

UFC ticket prices have seen a significant increase despite the declining inflation rates worldwide. The exorbitant cost of tickets, with the cheapest option for UFC 303 featuring Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler priced at $405, has drawn criticism from fans. Such high prices have contributed to the UFC’s massive earnings and net worth, recently declared as the most valuable combat sports promotion by Forbes with a $11.3B net worth. Fans have expressed dissatisfaction over the UFC’s alleged underpayment of fighters despite soaring ticket prices. One fan commented, “Overcharging fans and under paying talent.”

MMA fighter Bakhromjon Ruziev expresses deep gratitude towards Conor McGregor for his inspiration, support, and management. Ruziev, a Paradigm Sports fighter and McGregor’s training partner, credits the Irish fighter for helping him reach his potential. McGregor, known for his support of aspiring fighters, has publicly promoted Ruziev’s talent and potential, sharing his story and aiming to bring him to the UFC.

Sean O’Malley, a rising MMA star, has recently received a series of extravagant gifts from fans and supporters. Among them was a $100,000 lowrider and a Richard Mille watch. O’Malley has also shown his gratitude by gifting his long-time trainer, Tim Welch, a Rolex watch worth $18,000. Despite his recent bantamweight title defense, O’Malley’s future opponents remain uncertain, with speculation centering around Merab Dvalishvili.

In a surprising turn of events, boxer Ryan Garcia has challenged UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley to a boxing match, and O’Malley has accepted. Despite contractual limitations and the unprecedented nature of a UFC fighter competing in a boxing match outside the organization, the animosity between the two athletes has reached a peak.

MMA fighter Ali Heibati has received a lifetime ban from the sport after kicking a ring girl in the head prior to a fight. The incident occurred at a World Fight Championships event in Australia.