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Usman Nurmagomedov Fires Back After UFC Shanghai Cage Incident
PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov defended jumping into the cage after brother Umar's knockout loss to Song Yadong, calling critics "mean-spirited, petty, and envious."
Hrgovic On Everyone Picking Itauma: 'I Make Them Wrong'
Filip Hrgovic had no issue with being the underdog against Moses Itauma. The Croatian stopped the prospect at The O2 to win the IBF heavyweight title Saturday.
Katie Taylor Says Goodbye At Croke Park
Katie Taylor headlines her long-awaited farewell show at Croke Park on Saturday, facing Flora Pili for the undisputed super lightweight championship in Dublin.
Teixeira On Gustafsson Boxing Match After Rua Win
Glover Teixeira says he's open to boxing Alexander Gustafsson in 2027 after dominating Mauricio Shogun Rua over eight rounds at Spaten Fight Night 3 in Brazil.
Cameron Dominates Mayer In Welterweight Clash
Chantelle Cameron outpointed Mikaela Mayer in their welterweight rematch, while Caroline Dubois positioned herself for a unification bout with a dominant win.
Song Yadong Stops Umar Nurmagomedov In Upset
Song Yadong knocked out Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai, handing the Dagestani clan its first KO loss and exposing cracks in Russian wrestling dominance.
MMA Mania Asks Fans About Hidden Talents
MMA Mania's weekend open thread invited readers to share skills beyond fighting, from speed cubing to unconventional hobbies in the combat sports community.
Cormier Defends Usman Nurmagomedov After UFC Shanghai Cage Jump
Daniel Cormier said Usman Nurmagomedov did not attack Song Yadong after jumping into the cage at UFC Shanghai following Umar's knockout loss.
Ladd Falls Short In Trigon Debut At BKB 58
Former UFC title contender Aspen Ladd lost a unanimous decision to Bianca Daimoni at BKB 58 in Miami, falling to 1-1 in bare knuckle boxing.
Lester Martinez beats Luka Plantic by KO in round 10 on 29 August 2026
Lester Martinez defeated Luka Plantic by KO, round 10 on 29 August 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Whittaker Set For IBF Final Eliminator Against Wallace
Ben Whittaker faces Conor Wallace in an IBF light heavyweight final eliminator on October 3 at Utilita Arena in Birmingham, with the winner set to become Dmitry Bivol's mandatory challenger.
On this day — Chantelle Cameron beat Mikaela Mayer 2 years ago
On 30 August 2024, Chantelle Cameron defeated Mikaela Mayer by UD at MPW-06. The story of the fight, 2 years on.
Nurmagomedov Breaks Silence After Shanghai KO Loss
Umar Nurmagomedov posted his first message since Song Yadong stopped him in the second round at UFC Shanghai on Saturday, promising to return stronger.
Perry Stopped In First Round By Jenkins At Duel Arena 1
Mike Perry lost his Duel Arena 1 main event against Brandon Jenkins via first-round TKO at 2:38 on Saturday in Orlando. Jenkins replaced Dillon Danis on short notice.
Hrgovic Stops Gassed Itauma In Ninth Round
Filip Hrgovic rallied late to stop Moses Itauma in the ninth round Saturday at the O2 Arena, claiming the IBF heavyweight title after the 21-year-old ran out of gas.
Teixeira Dominates Shogun Across Eight Rounds
Glover Teixeira scored an early knockdown and controlled Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua for eight rounds Saturday, winning by decision at Spaten Fight Night 3.
Perry Suffers Dislocated Shoulder In Jenkins Upset
Mike Perry's shoulder popped out during the opening round at Brand Duel in Orlando, leading to a first-round TKO loss to replacement Brandon Jenkins.
Shogun Stops Teixeira In Boxing Debut At Spaten Fight Night 3
Former UFC champions Mauricio Rua and Glover Teixeira met in a boxing match Saturday night in Sao Paulo, capping decorated MMA careers that both ended at UFC 283.
Martinez Defends Interim WBC Title Against Plantic
Lester Martinez defends his interim WBC super middleweight title against Luka Plantic at ProBox's Los Angeles event, positioning himself for a potential Canelo-Mbilli winner bout.
Warren On Itauma's Next Move After Hrgovic Loss
Promoter Frank Warren addressed Moses Itauma's world title defeat to Filip Hrgovic, outlining the next steps for the British heavyweight after his first professional loss.