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Ankalaev Overcomes Boos; Warns Pereira During Presser – ‘We Killed Chama'
Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira traded verbals during their final presser ahead of their UFC 320 fight this weekend. Ankalaev enters the fight full of confidence, having given Alex his first loss at light heavyweight during their UFC 313 fight in March. The unanimous decision win made Ankalaev the light heavyweight champion, as he prevented […]
Ben Askren Recalls His Pneumonia Struggle – ‘One Doctor Told My Wife I Wouldn’t Make It'
Ben Askren was shocked to learn he had undergone a double lung transplant, as he recalled his recent health struggles. Askren was hospitalized in June, with pneumonia complications that forced him to undergo the emergency, life-saving surgery. He later revealed he had flatlined four times, suffered memory issues, and lost 50 pounds during the ordeal. […]
UFC 320 – Jiri Prochazka vs Khalil Rountree Jr: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: TNT Sports The UFC 320 undercard delivers one of the most compelling light heavyweight matchups in recent memory as former champion Jiri Prochazka takes on surging contender and ex-title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. Prochazka (31-5-1) remains one of the most unorthodox and chaotic fighters in MMA. His style blends relentless pressure, fluid movement, […]
UFC 320 – Edmen Shahbazyan vs Andre Muniz: Preview & Betting Tips
One of the more intriguing matchups on the UFC 320 undercard is a middleweight clash between Edmen Shahbazyan and Andre Muniz. Shahbazyan (15-5) entered the UFC as a hyped teenager with highlight-reel knockouts, only to hit a brutal losing skid against elite competition. Questions about his durability, grappling defence, and cardio piled up. Yet in […]
UFC 320 – Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/ChampRDS/status/1959216701733568731?t=maRmHzrxTjrpqI8IgHCXlQ&s=19 Featherweights collide at UFC 320 when veteran knockout artist Josh Emmett takes on surging prospect Youssef Zalal in a three-round undercard bout. Emmett (19-5) enters at 40 years old with a 19-5 record, and while his career has been defined by highlight-reel knockouts, his durability and speed have started to show cracks. […]
UFC 320 – Patchy Mix vs Jakub Wiklacz: Preview & Betting Tips
The bantamweight division takes the spotlight on the UFC 320 undercard as seasoned grappler Patchy Mix looks to rebound from a rocky promotional start against UFC newcomer Jakub Wiklacz. Mix (20-2) entered the UFC with plenty of hype after dominating Bellator’s bantamweight ranks. The 32-year-old was widely expected to make an immediate impact, but his […]
Ankalaev Vs. Pereira Breakdown
Magomed Ankalaev rematches Alex Pereira at UFC 320, as we look at how the fight could play out. Ankalaev will be defending the title he claimed by defeating Pereira via a unanimous decision at UFC 313. That loss was the first for Pereira in the light heavyweight division. Following the bout, Ankalaev’s corner accused Pereira […]
Dvalishvili Vs. Sandhagen Breakdown
Merab Dvalishvili faces Cory Sandhagen in a defense of his bantamweight belt at UFC 320, as we look at how the pair could approach this fight. Dvalishvili is undefeated in his last 13 fights. He picked up the belt by beating Sean O’Malley at UFC 306 last year via a unanimous decision. He has made […]
Poirier vs. Diaz Boxing Bout – How Does It Play Out?
Dustin Poirier is already considering a return to combat sports, but in the boxing ring. Poirier has expressed strong interest in facing long-time rival Nate Diaz on a Zuffa Boxing card. Poirier’s MMA career seemingly concluded in his hometown of New Orleans in July, following a unanimous decision loss to Max Holloway in their BMF […]
UFC 320 – Abusupiyan Magomedov vs Joe Pyfer: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC.com The UFC 320 undercard features an intriguing middleweight clash between Abusupiyan Magomedov and Joe Pyfer. Magomedov (28-6-1) was a veteran of the European circuit before joining the UFC. He made waves with a lightning-fast knockout in his UFC debut, but has struggled to find consistency since, and now this fight is crucial […]
Pros Predict Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Cory Sandhagen – ‘You Got To Knock Him Dead'
The bantamweight division takes center stage at UFC 320, as the champ Merab Dvalishvili puts his title on the line against Cory Sandhagen, as pros gave their predictions. Dvalishvili, rolls into this title defense with one of the most remarkable records in the sport: an incredible 13-fight winning streak. He dethroned Sean O’Malley at UFC […]
Pros Give Their Take On Magomed Ankalaev Vs. Alex Pereira – ‘He's Got His Number'
The highly anticipated light heavyweight championship rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira takes place at UFC 320, as pros gave their predictions. Ankalaev defends his title, which he acquired after beating Pereira via a unanimous decision at UFC 313. The result handed Pereira his first loss at the weight class. Ankalaev’s team accused Pereira […]
Masvidal Wants Edwards At The UFC White House Card
Jorge Masvidal has put Leon Edwards on notice, saying he wants to face him at the UFC White House card that takes place in June 2026. Masvidal’s last fight was a majority decision loss to Nate Diaz last year in their boxing bout. The result followed after his poor run of form in the UFC, […]
Magomed Ankalaev Vs. Alex Pereira Preview
Magomed Ankalaev defends his UFC Heavyweight Title against Alex Pereira on October 4, as we preview the upcoming fight. Ankalaev won the first fight via a unanimous decision at UFC 313, giving Alex his first loss at the weight class, as he was no longer the champion. Anakalev’s team accused Alex of greasing despite the […]
Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Cory Sandhagen Preview
UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili puts his belt on the line against Cory Sandhagen, as we preview the upcoming fight. The bout is the co-main event on the Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira card at UFC 320. Dvalishvili is in the midst of a phenomenal run, carrying an incredible 13-fight winning streak into the title […]
Adesanya Says No To A Strickland Rematch
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has shut down a rematch with Sean Strickland. Adesanya lost his middleweight belt to Strickland in September 2023 at UFC 293 via a unanimous decision. The defeat was a huge upset, especially since Strickland managed to negate Izzy’s game, while also dropping him. Adesanya had the chance to reclaim […]
Pros React After Ulberg Stops Reyes – ‘Sheesh'
The light heavyweight main event at UFC Perth featured a first-round KO as Carlos Ulberg stopped Dominick Reyes, as MMA pros gave their take. The win means Ulberg is now in a position to take on the winner of Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev, as they rematch next month at UFC 320. Ankalaev beat Pereira […]
Ulberg Stops Reyes; Wants Pereira-Ankalaev Winner
Carlos Ulberg secured a first-round knockout over Dominick Reyes at UFC Perth. The victory extended Ulberg’s win streak to nine. The fight began at a cautious pace. Reyes was patient, throwing very few strikes as he tried to work out his opponent. Ulberg, meanwhile, used feints and low kicks to control the center of the […]
Blas Breaks Silence on Yoel Romero Samurai Sword Allegations
Alberto Blas has opened up on an incident where he was alleged to have attacked Yoel Romero with a samurai sword. According to reports, the incident stemmed from an altercation at the American Top Team gym. Things escalated in the parking lot, where Blas allegedly attempted to strike Romero with his car before grabbing a […]
Do We Need McGregor Vs. Chandler?
Matt Brown has criticized the idea of Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler headlining the UFC White House event next June. McGregor has claimed that he will face Chandler at the event in June, but the fight has not been officially confirmed by the UFC. While McGregor has been vocal about his interest in headlining the […]