The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, ensuring accurate reporting and analysis without paywalls. The UFC announces its return to London in March 2025 for a Fight Night event at the O2 Arena, potentially without interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall due to title bout scheduling. Aspinall’s future in the UFC may be impacted by potential retirements of Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, with tickets for UFC London going on sale in January.
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A-Leagues seek to stop ‘player-spend arms race’ with strict $3m salary cap
The A-League Men will implement a hard salary cap of $3 million for player wages starting in the 2026/27 season to combat unsustainable spending by clubs, while allowing one marquee player outside this cap. APL chair Stephen Conroy emphasized the need for financial stability, as many clubs, including Melbourne Victory, face significant losses. The new cap replaces the current $2.55 million soft cap, and further reforms will adjust spending based on revenue from the 2027/28...
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