Daily Digest: MMA & Combat Sports News

Weights Announced for Major Fights This Weekend

The excitement is building as fight fans prepare for a weekend full of bouts. On August 22, the Copper Box Arena will host a series of exciting matches, including the EBU European Middleweight Championship where George Liddard faces Dario Morello. Weigh-in results are in:

Harley Burrows vs Carlos Miguel Ronner - 164.6lbs vs 165.6lbs
George Liddard vs Dario Morello - 159.8lbs vs 159.3lbs

This event will be streamed live on DAZN beginning with the prelims at 5 PM BST.

PFL Aspirations: Gino van Steenis Eyes Championship

In other news, Gino van Steenis, a rising star in the PFL, has expressed his determination to achieve championship success. He believes that with continuous growth as a fighter, he is nearing his title aspirations.

Filip Hrgović’s Upcoming Title Shot Draws Attention

As the date for his heavy-weight title clash with Moses Itauma approaches, there’s a lot at stake for Filip Hrgović. Despite having suffered a loss last year, Itauma commends Hrgović’s skills and regards him as an undefeated threat going into the fight set for August 29 in London.

Upcoming Boxing Spectacle: Balkan Boxing 11

In Serbia, anticipation is growing for the Balkan Boxing 11 event, featuring Veljko Ražnatović as the headline fighter. All tickets for this highly anticipated foight have sold out, signaling the robust support for boxing in the region.

Detroit Media Workouts Showcase Local Talent

Meanwhile, in Detroit, budding prospects JuJu Ballo and Jonny Mansour took part in media workouts ahead of their upcoming fights on August 29. Promoting their heritage, both fighters expressed excitement about their debut in the Michigan city.

UFC Return of Anthony Hernandez

In the UFC, Anthony Hernandez is gearing up for his return to the octagon after a challenging loss to UFC Champion Sean Strickland. He has been training hard, aiming to come back stronger against Gregory Rodrigues at UFC Sacramento this Saturday.

Fun Fact: Oleksandr Usyk Visits Split

Lastly, the boxing world received a boost with Oleksandr Usyk's recent visit to Split, Croatia, accompanied by football legends. His presence has energized fans ahead of the upcoming sports events, reinforcing his status as one of the best in the sport.