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Five Worst Fouls in UFC History
The UFC has come a long way from its no-holds-barred early days, with a modern ruleset designed to protect fighters and ensure fair competition. Yet, even in the last 15 years, moments of frustration or recklessness have led to fouls that shocked fans and sometimes changed careers. Here are five of the worst fouls in […]
McGregor Wasn't In "Right Frame of Mind" For Presidency
Following Conor McGregor’s withdrawal from the Irish presidential race, his former training partner, Artem Lobov, says the Irishman was not in the right frame of mind to run for President. McGregor’s political ambitions, which were centered on an anti-immigration platform and had even gained support from Elon Musk, came to a halt when he failed […]
The Five Worst Referee Decisions in UFC History
Referees in the UFC carry one of the toughest responsibilities in the sport as they have to protect fighters while ensuring fair competition. When they get it right, nobody notices. But when they get it wrong, those mistakes are instantly recognised and discussed on social media. Over the years, a handful of refereeing errors have […]
UFC And Netflix Deal Was Imminent Before Hitting A Final Snag
The UFC was reportedly on the verge of a broadcast deal with Netflix before going to Paramount, as we consider the implications. The UFC’s seven-year partnership with Paramount and CBS starts in January, meaning all UFC numbered events and Fight Nights will be available to stream live on Paramount+. This covers the US market, with […]
WWE’s Stephanie Vaquer Open To UFC Crossover
WWE’s Stephanie Vaquer says she is interested in a crossover into the UFC. The UFC and WWE are under the parent company, TKO Group Holdings, a merger that has increased the chances of crossover bouts. Several wrestlers have transitioned into MMA including ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar, former Bellator fighter Bobby Lashley, and Jake Hager. […]
Is McGregor's UFC Return Inevitable?
Conor McGregor’s move into Irish politics has come to an end, as he said he will no longer pursue the Irish Presidency, making a UFC return more likely. McGregor had declared his intention to run on an anti-immigration platform, designed to tackle illegal immigration. However, in order to do that, McGregor needed to follow the […]
Diego Lopes Stops Jean Silva At UFC Noche
Diego Lopes stopped Jean Silva in two rounds during their featherweight clash at Noche UFC. It was the perfect response for Lopes, who had lost his last fight to Alexander Volkanovski, as he missed out on the vacant featherweight belt. The win also ended Silva’s 13-fight winning streak. Lopes took the fight to the ground, […]
Pereira Not Interested In A Third Ankalaev Fight
Alex Pereira has made it clear that he does not expect another fight with Magomed Ankalaev after their upcoming UFC 320 rematch. Pereira lost his light heavyweight belt at UFC 313 via a unanimous decision in March, his first defeat at the weight class: 49-46, 48-47, and 48-47. Ankalaev managed to negate Pereira’s striking by […]
Ilia Topuria's Political Ambitions
Ilia Topuria is looking to take a page out of Conor McGregor’s book, as he has not ruled out the idea of running for President. The newly crowned lightweight champion, who moved up in weight after vacating his featherweight title, is coming off a first-round KO win against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 which made […]
Demetrious Johnson And Merab Dvalishvili's Sparring
Demetrious Johnson and Merab Dvalishvili recently shared a sparring session, sparking a lot of discussion in the MMA community. Johnson walked away from MMA in May 2023. He was the inaugural UFC flyweight champion and set a record with 11 consecutive title defenses. Meanwhile, Dvalishvili is currently on a dominant 13-fight winning streak. His next […]
Is Khabib Nurmagomedov Really Undefeated?
Joe Rogan has suggested that Khabib Nurmagomedov should have a loss on his record, pointing to his fight against Gleison Tibau in 2012. Khabib officially retired with a 29-0 record. His run included victories over the likes of Conor McGregor, Justin Gaethje, and Dustin Poirier. However, one fight that delivered many talking points was Khabib’s […]
Musk Endorses McGregor For President Of Ireland
Elon Musk has endorsed Conor McGregor for President of Ireland. The endorsement comes as McGregor’s campaign is facing a significant setback. McGregor, 37, is not yet eligible to be on the ballot, and a September 24 deadline is fast approaching. According to Ireland’s election laws, a presidential candidate must be nominated by at least 20 […]
Combat Sports Community Reacts To Charlie Kirk's Death
The combat sports has reacted to the public shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed during a public speaking engagement at Utah Valley University. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday at the Sorensen Center courtyard, saw Kirk speaking to a group of students when a single gunshot rang out. Eyewitnesses reported seeing Kirk […]
Fans Predict Rob Font Vs. David Martinez – ‘Wins By KO'
Rob Font faces David Martinez in a bantamweight clash, as fans gave their verdict. After a difficult stretch that saw him go 1-4, Font has gotten decision wins over Kyler Phillips and Jean Matsumoto to propel him in the top-ten. A win over a Martinez increases his rise up the rankings, taking a step closer […]
Fans Predict Diego Lopes Vs. Jean Silva – ‘He Has This Meanness'
Diego Lopes and Jean Silva face off at Noche UFC event in a featherweight clash, as fans gave their verdict. Lopes secured five straight victories to secure himself a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski for the vacant featherweight title. However, he was unable to come through with a win, as he suffered a unanimous decision […]
Former UFC Flyweight Cynthia Calvillo Retires
Former UFC flyweight Cynthia Calvillo has announced her retirement from MMA, as we look at her legacy. Calvillo secured a win in her final fight at HEX Fight Series 32, however, that followed a run of poor form, having lost five UFC fights on the spin. Defeats to Loopy Godinez and Nina Nunes marked her […]
UFC Fight Night – Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva: Preview & Betting Tips
The spotlight shines bright this Saturday as two surging Brazilians, Diego Lopes and Jean Silva, collide in the main event of the third annual UFC Noche event. Since UFC 288, Diego Lopes (26-7) has strung together five consecutive victories, showcasing his trademark aggression and devastating power. This win streak earned him a title shot against […]
Dwayne Johnson Explains His Rapid Weight Loss
Dwayne Johnson’s mass weight loss is a result of a physical transformation for an upcoming role, not an injury. The news comes after Johnson raised eyebrows at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, where he appeared a lot leaner just after completing filming for his new movie, ‘The Smashing Machine.’ Johnson, an avid MMA fan, underwent […]
Ronda Rousey Won't Fight At The UFC White House Card
Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey will not return to the Octagon for the UFC White House card next June. The UFC will host the first-ever UFC event at the White House, with several big names indicating their desire to appear on the card. Conor McGregor and Jon Jones are just some of the names […]
Can Gane Beat Aspinall?
Ciryl Gane (13-2-0) says he is ready to beat Tom Aspinall (15-3-0) on October 25 at UFC 321 in a bid to win the UFC Heavyweight Title. The ex-UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion is facing his third opportunity to claim the belt, having previously lost title fights to Francis Ngannou (UFC 270, January 2022) and Jon […]