Muhammad Ali’s grandson used to fight when challenged because of his name. Now he’s an MMA fighter
NEW YORK: Biaggio Ali Walsh used to think about fighting only when someone wanted to see if the grandson of “The Greatest” was any good himself.
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Ian Machado Garry's rise continues with Boston victory
Ireland's Ian Machado Garry continued his dramatic rise in the UFC with a unanimous decision victory over American Neil Magny at UFC 292 in Boston on Saturday night.
Can Boston open the door to UFC Dublin ten years later?
Nearly ten years ago to the day, Conor McGregor made his first appearance as a professional fighter in the United States, defeating future hall-of-famer Max Holloway at Boston's TD Garden.
Will spectators be disadvantaged at World Cup in India?
After the heady excitement of England versus Australia at The Oval, Test cricket takes a back seat amidst a welter of shorter format cricket.
Coach Spoelstra excited to merge USA Basketball with Filipino roots
ABU DHABI: Erik Spoelstra, the assistant head coach of the men’s USA Basketball national team, has expressed his excitement about the USA Basketball Showcase, part of International Basketball Week and tipping off on Thursday at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena.
Yaser Hamed’s journey from Athletic Bilbao prospect to proud Palestine international
Yaser Hamed has always had big dreams. It began when he played in the Athletic Club de Bilbao academy alongside the likes of Spain No. 1 Unai Simon, watching the senior side flourish under the tutelage of the iconic Marcelo Bielsa.
International Basketball Week in Abu Dhabi to see debut of 2 American college teams
ABU DHABI: As part of International Basketball Week in Abu Dhabi, the Kansas State Wildcats are set to play against Mexico today, while the Arizona Wildcats face off against Lebanon on Aug. 19, with both contests held at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena.
Saudi MMA fighter Mostafa Neda finally gets big break at Madison Square Garden
When the latest Professional Fighters League playoffs take place at New York’s iconic Madison Square Garden on Aug 23, one Saudi MMA fighter will be itching to get inside the octagon perhaps more than any other competitor on the PFL card.