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Former two‑division world boxing champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete has been shot dead outside his home in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape. A 27‑year‑old woman who was with him has been hospitalised. Police have opened a major investigation and the sports minister has urged the public to provide information.
Cris Cyborg has secured a points win against Ketlen Vieira in Tampa, signaling she is considering continuing her MMA career after a long, decorated run. Vieira missed weight initially, creating a late catchweight arrangement. Cyborg’s post-fight comments hint at further clashes, possibly with Claressa Shields or Kayla Harrison, as she pursues more challenges.
Teofimo Lopez has regained a world title at 147lb with a unanimous decision over Romero, controlled the bout with his jab and movement, and is now eyeing a unification or a fight across the pond. The win secures his 23rd victory in 25 fights.
Katie Taylor is set to bid farewell to boxing in a final, high-stakes title bout in Dublin, aiming to become a three‑time undisputed world champion against Flora Pili. The 40‑year‑old Olympic gold medallist faces a young, undefeated challenger in an 80,000‑seat sell‑out at Croke Park, with the event marketed as one of Ireland’s greatest sporting nights.
World Athletics has reaffirmed its ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes from international competition as CAS reviews sanctions tied to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The IOC and other sports bodies have varied in their treatment of Russian athletes, with CAS hearings ongoing and the Los Angeles 2028 Games in view.
Jake Paul has announced an eight-round cruiserweight bout against Cedric Doumbé on December 24 in Dubai, described by MVP as a professionally sanctioned event. Paul has historically fought at cruiserweight and has 12 wins from 14 pro fights, including a win over Mike Tyson in 2024. Doumbé, a former kickboxing world champion, has shifted to MMA.