The PFL’s 2024 regular season is about to kick off with some exciting matchups. Heavyweights Ante Delija and Valentin Moldavsky will go head-to-head in the opening event on April 4 in San Antonio. This matchup is sure to set the tone for what promises to be an action-packed season. Fans can expect fireworks as these
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Sean O’Malley, following his only career loss to Marlon “Chito” Vera, showcased a remarkable performance at UFC 299, solidifying his status as the next big star in the UFC. The fight, which ended in a unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-44) in O’Malley’s favor, marked his first successful defense of the UFC bantamweight title. Throughout the
Anthony Joshua’s spectacular knockout of Francis Ngannou in Round 2 of their heavyweight bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, showcased Joshua’s dominance in the ring. The right hand that landed clean on Ngannou’s chin left the former UFC heavyweight champion unconscious, drawing a gasp from the audience. This victory further solidified Joshua’s reputation as a formidable
The highly anticipated next season of “The Ultimate Fighter” will see two of the top women’s fighters, UFC women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso and former champ Valentina Shevchenko, coaching against each other. UFC CEO Dana White took to social media to announce that the show will premiere on June 4 on ESPN. Both Grasso and
A recent court decision has barred thirteen key witnesses, including some prominent fighters, from testifying on behalf of the UFC in its upcoming antitrust trial. Judge Richard Boulware ruled that the defense had not properly disclosed these witnesses, leading to their exclusion from the trial. This decision has affected well-known figures such as Michael Bisping,
Bellator Champions Series is gearing up for an electrifying event in France with two title fights on the line. Undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov, cousin of UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, will be defending his Bellator lightweight title against the formidable Alexander Shabliy. Nurmagomedov, with a record of 17-0, 1 NC, is coming back after a suspension for
Jairzinho Rozenstruik showcased his dedication and hard work during his recent fight at UFC Fight Night. The heavyweight fighter spent the majority of 2023 focusing on improving his skills and shoring up his weaknesses in the gym, rather than competing in the Octagon. His efforts paid off as he entered the main event of 2024
Patricio “Pitbull” Freire is known for his relentless nature both inside and outside the cage. His latest display of this came when he agreed to defend his featherweight championship against Jeremy Kennedy on just three weeks’ notice at Bellator Champions Series Belfast on March 22. This quick turnaround showcases Freire’s commitment to fighting and his
After a brief retirement following a loss to Gilbert Burns at UFC 287, Jorge Masvidal is gearing up for a return to combat sports. In an interview with ESPN, Masvidal revealed that he is currently training for a boxing match and has plans to step back into the MMA octagon. Despite keeping the details under
The recent UFC 298 card saw seven fighters gaining 15% or more of their weight back from weigh-in day to fight day. This has raised concerns and led the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) to consider potential changes to its regulations regarding dehydration and rehydration. In 2019, CSAC set the threshold at 15% as the
Brandon Royval defied the odds on Saturday night when he faced off against Brandon Moreno, the first Mexican-born UFC champion. Despite not being the favorite in the betting odds or among the fans, Royval managed to secure a victory over Moreno via split decision. The fight was incredibly close, with the scorecards reading 48-47, 46-49,
The upcoming class-action antitrust case involving the UFC has garnered significant attention due to the list of witnesses expected to testify on behalf of the defendants. Current star Michael Chandler, UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping, and former fighter Chael Sonnen are just a few of the names listed in the trial brief. The presence