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Two former rivals will meet once again as former UFC champions Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Rashad Evans step inside the boxing ring later this year in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Jackson and Evans share a past that includes a stint as coaches on The Ultimate Fighter and an eventual clash inside the Octagon at UFC 114 back in 2010. Evans won that main event matchup and Jackson has been angling for his revenge ever since.
Luckily for “Rampage,” a platform exists where two retired UFC veterans can duke it out inside the boxing ring. It’s all thanks to Influencer Crossover Series (ICS) as the promotion is set to stage “ICS Mania” at a date yet to be determined.
Although the details are minimal, both Jackson and Evans confirmed their rematch on their social media accounts. Check it out below:
“ IT’S ON! Y’all thought it was over? Nah. Time to settle this once and for all! Rashad “Suga” Evans got me last time, but that was then—this is NOW. Albuquerque, NM | 2025 (TBA)This ain’t just a fight; it’s a reckoning. Let’s see if Suga can handle Rampage 2.0! Stay tuned for the venue and PPV details. Time 4 more Black on Black crime!”
“ IT’S HAPPENING! The rivalry reignites in 2025 as two MMA legends step into the boxing ring! “SUGA” Rashad Evans vs. Quinton “Rampage” Jackson —a rematch over a decade in the making! Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Date: 2025 (exact date TBA)This is more than a fight; it’s HISTORY. Witness the clash of two icons in a battle of skill, power, and legacy. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action!”
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