Combat Sports Deliver Thrilling Week of Action Across Boxing and MMA

This past week, the professional fighting world was abuzz with significant bouts in both boxing and mixed martial arts, featuring title defenses, rising stars, and a notable retirement. Fighters showcased their skills across various international venues, providing fans with plenty of memorable moments.

In the world of Mixed Martial Arts, UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy headlined the action on Saturday, March 21, 2026, live from London, England. In the highly anticipated featherweight main event, Movsar Evloev secured a majority decision victory over Lerone Murphy, maintaining his undefeated record and solidifying his position as a top contender in the division. Elsewhere, PFL Madrid also held an event on March 20, featuring the second bout between Van Steenis and Edwards. Additionally, Anthony Pettis and Dustin Poirier hosted APFC 22: New Mexico Fight Night III in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on March 22, showcasing emerging MMA talent.

Professional boxing saw several compelling matchups. On Friday, March 20, Kevin Walsh defeated Michael Conlan via split decision in Belfast, a fight that saw Conlan announce his retirement from the sport afterward. Saturday, March 21, was a busy day for boxing, with George Liddard defeating Tyler Denny by unanimous decision in London. In Orlando, Carlos Adames successfully defended his WBC Middleweight Title, securing a unanimous decision victory over Austin Williams. Furthermore, Lester Martinez claimed the WBC Interim Title after outpointing Immanuwel Aleem on March 22. Women's boxing also made headlines as Nina Meinke retained her IBF title, dominating Dyana Vargas in Hamburg on March 21.