Pereira’s Disappointment, Tszyu’s Big Opportunity, Haney-Shakur Update, Saudi Arabia Concerns

Alex Pereira accused the UFC and Daniel Cormier of manipulating fans to sell Ciryl Gane vs. Josh Hokit fight, which takes place November 14 at Madison Square Garden. Tim Tszyu will challenge 43-year-old Erislandy Lara for the WBA middleweight title in late November. Bill Haney says Shakur Stevenson has gone quiet in talks for a fight with Devin Haney, putting the proposed matchup in doubt. Mexico’s embassy warned citizens to avoid Saudi airports after deadly attacks in Riyadh, where Canelo Alvarez is still scheduled to face Christian Mbilli on October 31.

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