Tag: MMA

Bobby Faulkner: “I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter.”

Bobby Faulkner: "I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter." Boxing is full of hidden gems. Fighters that should be seen. But they aren't. Talent that is suppressed at the expense of someone with a bigger social media following. Bobby Faulkner is one such fighter. An unbeaten … Continue reading Bobby Faulkner: “I would love to be that fighter who causes a few upsets as the away fighter.” →

Edith Buna Rogers: “Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now.”

Edith Buna Rogers: "Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now." I have been lucky to tell many great stories over the last ten years. To shine a light on the endless inspiring women behind those stories. Edith Buna Rogers is another to add to that ever-increasing list. The struggles of her life have … Continue reading Edith Buna Rogers: “Boxing gave me the confidence that I have now.” →

Taylah Gentzen: “A world title isn’t just a dream. It’s the mission.”

Taylah Gentzen: “A world title isn’t just a dream. It’s the mission.” The story may differ, but boxing always seems to find a way in when it is most needed. Taylah Gentzen was perhaps in desperate need of the Noble Art when boxing came into her life. A toxic relationship had left her on the … Continue reading Taylah Gentzen: “A world title isn’t just a dream. It’s the mission.” →

Paddy Pimblett: “I think I am going to finish Chandler in the first two rounds.”

Paddy Pimblett: "I think I am going to finish Chandler in the first two rounds." "It's the perfect fight at the perfect time." The words of UFC lightweight title contender Paddy Pimblett. Next month, Pimblett will head to Miami, Florida, to take on the former title challenger Michael Chandler at UFC 314. Pimblett is undefeated … Continue reading Paddy Pimblett: “I think I am going to finish Chandler in the first two rounds.” →

Shanell Dargan: “Boxing really did save my life.”

Shanell Dargan: "Boxing really did save my life." Shanell Dargan had a beyond-tough early life. She dreamed of a singing career and appeared on the Australian X Factor. But now, after fighting many things in her life, Dargan is a professional boxer and wants to become a world champion. Dargan will have fight number ten … Continue reading Shanell Dargan: “Boxing really did save my life.” →

Skye Nicolson vs. Tiara Brown: Big Fight Preview & Prediction

Skye Nicolson vs. Tiara Brown: Big Fight Preview & Prediction Skye Nicolson heads into yet another fight week with an unbeaten opponent ready and waiting for her. An opponent who is yet again expected to be the ultimate test for the unbeaten and largely untouchable WBC featherweight champion of the world. Tiara Brown has been … Continue reading Skye Nicolson vs. Tiara Brown: Big Fight Preview & Prediction →

Mai Soliman: “All roads lead to the world title.”

Mai Soliman: "All roads lead to the world title." Mai Soliman is seven fights into her professional career. Only one early blemish spoils her resume. But the Egyptian-born super-flyweight contender has recovered quite magnificently from that early reversal and is now edging ever closer to a shot at the world title. Soliman spent a good … Continue reading Mai Soliman: “All roads lead to the world title.” →

The FightPost Top Ten British Female Fighters

The FightPost Top Ten British Female Fighters Friday night's historic Boxxer all-female card at the Royal Albert Hall has prompted quite significant changes to this ever-changing list. Chloe Watson, in losing her European flyweight title to Jasmina Zapotoczna, slips out of the top ten and is replaced by Karriss Artingstall. The former Olympic bronze medallist … Continue reading The FightPost Top Ten British Female Fighters →

Lauren Parker: “I believe I win this fight.”

Lauren Parker: "I believe I win this fight." Lauren Parker was one of the lucky ones in 2024, at least in some ways. Parker had two fights in a problematic year for the female side of the sport. Many of her contemporaries weren't so fortunate. But for the former European super-flyweight champion, it was still … Continue reading Lauren Parker: “I believe I win this fight.” →