July 16 | Written By IPZ
Alexey Oleynik “Closes” Career With a Victory
He is the only fighter to win bouts in four different decades, but what Alexey Oleynik did this past weekend in Moscow adds to his legacy.
At 49 years old, Oleynik won what he expects to be his “final fight” by his trademarked Ezekial Choke, defeating Antonio “Venom” Zovak via submission at the OPEN FC 67 × MFP 268 tournament in Moscow.
Known as the “Boa Constrictor” because of his ability to choke opponents into submission, Oleynik has amassed nearly 70 wins in his career.
Check out a video of the fight here.
Steven Okert’s Breakout First Half
Steven Okert has had an outstanding first half of the 2026 season, establishing himself as one of the most dependable relievers in baseball. The Houston Astros’ left-hander posted a 2.31 ERA and 0.84 WHIP across 46 appearances, racking up 47 strikeouts in 46.2 innings while allowing just 12 earned runs, numbers that place him among the elite arms in the American League bullpens.
To top it off, Okert was part of the Astros’ combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers on May 25th, one of the signature moments of Houston’s first half. With a 1.3+ WAR and a performance level that has consistently exceeded expectations, Okert has been a cornerstone of what the Astros are building heading into the second half.
NY Titans Expand Across the Boroughs
The New York Titans are growing, and they are doing it fast. The club has expanded its footprint to four boroughs and now fields eight teams across the organization, a remarkable surge that reflects both the demand for competitive soccer in New York and the Titans’ commitment to building something lasting in the city.
“Growth isn’t measured by the number of teams we have, it’s measured by the number of lives we impact, the standards we raise and the opportunities we create for every player who wears the Titans badge,” said owner Arsen Vanian.
Most recently, the club celebrated a landmark moment with the debut of its youngest squad — a U13 team taking its first steps on the competitive stage and representing the next generation of Titans’ talent. This summer, four Titans’ teams are competing in the USLY League alongside the Men’s team, giving players at every level of the organization meaningful, high-level game experience.
You can learn more about the NY Titans and their programs here.