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Mixed martial arts

Mayweather says rematch with Pacquiao is exhibition, venue still to be decided

Floyd Mayweather defeated former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao in their last match in 2015.
Floyd Mayweather defeated former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao in their last match in 2015.

Movsar Evloev edges out Lerone Murphy to set up UFC featherweight title shot

Movsar Evloev in action during his majority decision win against Lerone Murphy at UFC London on March 21, 2026, at the O2 Arena.
Movsar Evloev in action during his majority decision win against Lerone Murphy at UFC London on March 21, 2026, at the O2 Arena.

UFC fighters heading to Quantico to train FBI agents

Dana White (left), CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship, is reportedly a  supporter of US President Donald Trump.
Dana White (left), CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship, is reportedly a  supporter of US President Donald Trump.

Ronda Rousey launches Netflix comeback fight, criticises UFC

Ronda Rousey is making a May 16 return to mixed martial arts against her fellow pioneer Gina Carano on Netflix.
Ronda Rousey is making a May 16 return to mixed martial arts against her fellow pioneer Gina Carano on Netflix.

At a Bedok court, ex-MMA fighter Syafiq Samad trains the next generation

Boxing coach Syafiq Samad (centre) with his boxers Khris Azli (left) and Kiefer Lim, during training on Feb 4, 2026.
Boxing coach Syafiq Samad (centre) with his boxers Khris Azli (left) and Kiefer Lim, during training on Feb 4, 2026.

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao to face Ruslan Provodnikov in April return bout

Manny Pacquiao throwing a punch at Mario Barrios at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on July 19, 2025. The fight ended in a majority draw.
Manny Pacquiao throwing a punch at Mario Barrios at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on July 19, 2025. The fight ended in a majority draw.

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Local martial arts gym Juggernaut Fight Club to close after 15 years

Juggernaut Fight Club is closing on March 7 as their location in Chinatown is part of an area that has been slated for redevelopment.
Juggernaut Fight Club is closing on March 7 as their location in Chinatown is part of an area that has been slated for redevelopment.

Alexander Volkanovski fends off Diego Lopes, retains UFC featherweight title

Brazil’s Diego Lopes in action against Australia’s Alexander Volkanovski during UFC 325 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney on Feb 1, 2026. Volkanovski retains his Ultimate Fighting Championship featherweight via a unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45).
Brazil’s Diego Lopes in action against Australia’s Alexander Volkanovski during UFC 325 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney on Feb 1, 2026. Volkanovski retains his Ultimate Fighting Championship featherweight via a unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45).

Mixed Martial Arts-Gaethje rips up script to kick off new UFC TV era

Jan 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Justin Gaethje (red gloves) fights Paddy Pimblett (blue gloves) during UFC 324 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Jan 24, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Justin Gaethje (red gloves) fights Paddy Pimblett (blue gloves) during UFC 324 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

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