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UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Johnny Walker vs Zhang Mingyang – Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns to Shanghai with a light heavyweight main event that promises fireworks, as top Chinese prospect Zhang Mingyang takes on the unpredictable veteran Johnny Walker. Zhang Mingyang (19-6, with 19 finishes) has stormed onto the UFC scene in spectacular fashion. At just 27 years old, the “Mountain Tiger” has rattled off four consecutive […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Sergei Pavlovich vs Waldo Cortes Acosta – Preview & Betting Tips
The huge heavyweight bout at UFC Fight Night in Shanghai pits two very different strikers against one another, as Sergei Pavlovich takes on Waldo “Salsa Boy” Cortes Acosta. Pavlovich’s (19-3) run through the top 10 was built on his ability to walk forward and blast guys out of the cage. But against the now UFC […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Brian Ortega vs Aljamain Sterling – Preview & Betting Tips
The featherweight co-main event at UFC Fight Night Shanghai delivers two highly ranked fighters as number four ranked Brian Ortega takes on number seven ranked Aljamain Sterling. Ortega (16-4, 1 NC) looked revitalised in moments against Yair Rodríguez and Chan Sung Jung, but in other fights, like his war with Alexander Volkanovski or his near-stoppage […]
Will Ngannou Leave The PFL?
Francis Ngannou opened up on why he skipped the first two PFL Africa events, as doubts emerge over his PFL future. Ngannou is the PFL’s biggest star, having signed with them in 2023. His deal included becoming chairman of PFL Africa, with the vision to expand MMA in the continent. Ngannou made an impressive start […]
UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Rongzhu vs Austin Hubbard – Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC returns to Shanghai this weekend, and one of the more intriguing clashes on the card sees China’s Rongzhu face off against the durable veteran Austin Hubbard at lightweight. Rongzhu (26-6) is still relatively inexperienced in the UFC after having only two fights on the roster since competing on the Road to the UFC […]
Alexander Volkanovski Vs. Lerone Murphy – How Does It Play Out?
Alexander Volkanovski is eying a bout with Lerone Murphy for his next title defense, as we look at how the fight could play out. Volkanovski reclaimed the featherweight title in his last fight, which he had lost to Ilia Topuria at UFC 298, by beating Diego Lopes at UFC 314. The Australian is now eying […]
What's Next For Dricus du Plessis?
Dricus du Plessis’ reign as UFC Middleweight Champion came to an end after Khamzat Chimaev won a dominant unanimous decision, raising questions over his next steps. The former champion was dominated on the ground for nearly the entire fight. After such a definitive loss, du Plessis needs to consider his next fight carefully. A rematch […]
Chimaev Dominates Du Plessis To Become Middleweight Champ
Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus Du Plessis to become the UFC Middleweight Champion with a unanimous decision win at UFC 319: Du Plessis WAS one of the most in form fighters in the UFC. He became the champion by beating Sean Strickland at UFC 297, followed by title defenses against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 and […]
Ankalaev Backed To Beat Pereira Again
Ex-UFC fighter Krzysztof Jotko believes the rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev will unfold similarly to their first fight. In their initial matchup at UFC 313 in March, Ankalaev won a unanimous decision, becoming the first fighter to defeat Pereira at 205 pounds to claim the light heavyweight title. The victory was largely credited […]
UFC 319 – Dricus du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev: Preview & Betting Tips
Saturday night in Chicago is going to be an absolute cracker as Dricus du Plessis looks to defend his middleweight title for the second time against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319. Du Plessis (23-2) has taken to the UFC like a duck to water. Early on in his career, there were potential stamina issues due […]
Has McGregor Been Kicked Off The UFC Roster?
Reports about Conor McGregor being removed from the active UFC roster have been shut down by Dana White and McGregor’s team. The rumors started when social media accounts that track the UFC’s roster posted that McGregor’s name had been removed. This sparked speculation over claims he may have failed a drug test, or a contract […]
UFC 319 – Jared Cannonier vs Michael "Venom" Page: Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC 319 undercard serves up a clash of striking styles as Jared Cannonier meets Michael “Venom” Page in a fight that could turn into either a patient chess match or a violent firefight in the centre of the Octagon. Cannonier (18-8) is now at the latter stage of his career, but he still packs […]
UFC 319 – Lerone Murphy vs Aaron Pico: Preview & Betting Tips
The UFC 319 co-main event brings an intriguing clash of styles as undefeated British featherweight Lerone Murphy meets dynamic wrestler Aaron Pico. Murphy’s (16-0-1) UFC journey began with a split draw against Zubaira Tukhugov back in 2019, but since then, “The Miracle” has been nothing short of perfect. The 34-year-old has strung together eight straight […]
UFC 319 – Geoff Neal vs Carlos Prates: Preview & Betting Tips
We have a fascinating welterweight clash at UFC 319 between Geoff Neal and Carlos Prates in a fight that promises fireworks for as long as it lasts. Neal (16-6) may now be past the absolute peak of his physical prime at the age of 34, and it’s possible we’ll see slight declines in speed and […]
Pros Predict Dricus Du Plessis Vs. Khamzat Chimaev – ‘That’s A Tough One'
UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis will defend his belt against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev, with MMA pros weighing in on the matchup. Du Plessis (22-2) has been on a tear, winning 11 straight bouts. After dethroning Sean Strickland at UFC 297, the South African standout defended his crown against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 […]
Volkanovski Responds To Pico's Challenge – ‘I Mop The Floor With Him'
Aaron Pico is already looking beyond his UFC debut, setting his sights on Alexander Volkanovski and the featherweight belt. Pico, the former Bellator and PFL fighter, will make his UFC debut at UFC 319 on Saturday against Lerone Murphy. While his immediate focus is on securing a win, Pico said his ultimate goal is to […]
UFC 319 – King Green vs Diego Ferreira: Preview & Betting Tips
King Green steps into the Octagon against Diego Ferreira this weekend at UFC 319 in a lightweight showdown in Chicago. Green (32-17-1, 1 NC) has carved out a long and respected career in the UFC. But make no mistake, the American has absorbed huge amounts of damage over the years, with multiple brutal knockouts raising […]
Charles Oliveira Is At A Crossroads
Charles Oliveira (33-9, 1 NC) has promised that a rematch with Max Holloway (26-7) will take place “at some point,” but his career is at a crossroads. They fought in August 2015, with Holloway being awarded the victory after Oliveira suffered an esophagus injury. Oliveira, who is coming off a first-round knockout loss to Ilia Topuria […]
UFC 319 – Chase Hooper vs Alexander Hernandez: Preview & Betting Tips
We have an intriguing matchup in the lightweight division at UFC 319 as Chase Hooper takes Alexander Hernandez, with both men on a win streak. Hooper (16-3-1) has won five-straight fights after defeating UFC veteran Jim Miller earlier this year. However, no disrespect to Miller, but Hooper is facing a far more live opponent on […]
Dricus Du Plessis Vs. Khamzat Chimaev Predictions – ‘He's Just Too Big'
On August 16 at UFC 319, Dricus Du Plessis will put his UFC Middleweight Title on the line against Khamzat Chimaev, as MMA pros gave their prediction. Du Plessis (22-2) has been on an impressive run, with 11 consecutive wins. He won the title against Sean Strickland at UFC 297. He followed up with two […]