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Dustin Poirier's Career – Key Milestones
Dustin Poirier faces Max Holloway at UFC 318 in his farewell fight as we look at his legacy. Poirier enters into the fight with a loss against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302. The loss meant he missed out on the UFC Lightweight Title. That was the third time he had missed out on the lightweight […]
Jamahal Hill Vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Preview
Jamahal Hill faces Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC Baku as we preview this upcoming fight. The event marks the first time the UFC will be in Azerbaijan, following the initial relocation from Kansas City after Hill suffered an injury. Hill enters into the fight on the back end of a two-fight losing streak. He was […]
What's Next For Kamaru Usman?
Kamaru Usman defeated Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta, as we look at his next steps. Usman secured his first win since 2021, as he beat Buckley via a unanimous decision. The loss ended his three-fight losing streak, as Usman has eyes on a title shot. The current welterweight champion is Jack Della Maddalena, who defeated […]
Usman Dominates Buckley; Secures First Win Since 2021
Ex-UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman dominated Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta to secure a unanimous decision win: 49-46, 49-46, 48-47. Usman was looking for his first win since 2021 when he overcame Colby Covington at UFC 268. He entered the welterweight clash with a loss against Khamzat Chimaev in October 2023. This was Usman’s third consecutive defeat, raising question […]
Pros Turn On Jones For Ducking Aspinall – ‘Just Retire, You’re Done'
MMA pros have called out Jon Jones’ failure to fight Tom Aspinall. Jones is the UFC Heavyweight Champion, having secured the title by beating Ciryl Gane in a first-round submission. The win marked his return to the sport after a three-year absence. Since then, he has made one successful defense of the belt, stopping Stipe […]
Fans Want Ngannou Vs. Aspinall – ‘It's Bigger Than Jones'
Fans have called for Francis Ngannou to take on Tom Aspinall after The Predator’s surprise appearance at UFC Atlanta. Ngannou appeared at the weigh-in for Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley to accompany Usman. Usman is hoping to secure his first win since 2021, when he beat Colby Covington. His last appearance was a 2023 loss […]
O'Malley's Possible Fights At Featherweight
Sean O’Malley could move up to featherweight as we look at his next possible opponents. O’Malley is the former UFC Bantamweight Champion, who lost his belt to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306. He rematched Merab immediately following his hip surgery to avenge that loss. However, things did not get any better as Merab submitted him […]
Patchy Mix’s UFC Struggles
Matt Brown weighed in on Patchy Mix’s tough UFC debut, highlighting it as a wake-up call about the level of competition in the UFC. Mix has established himself as one of the most elite bantamweights during his time in Bellator. Mix is known for his grappling and submission skills, with 13 of his 20 professional […]
UFC's Kris Moutinho Considered Ending His Life – ‘She Saved Me'
UFC bantamweight fighter Kris Moutinho admitted he considered ending his life after his UFC release. Moutinho is back in action at UFC Atlanta this weekend against Malcolm Wellmaker. However, the road has not been easy. Moutinho joined the UFC in 2021, getting knocked out by Sean O’Malley after taking the fight on short notice. His […]
Pros Pick Kamaru Usman Vs. Joaquin Buckley Winner – ‘By Knockout'
The former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman takes on Joaquin Buckley on June 14, as MMA insiders gave their predictions. Usman arrives into the fight, having not been in the Octagon since his UFC 294 loss to Khamzat Chimaev in October 2023. It was Usman’s third loss in a row, as he has not been […]
Who Are the Best Welterweight Fighters in UFC History?
Image Credit: Facebook: SportsCenter The UFC’s welterweight division has long been home to some of the most iconic and dominant fighters in mixed martial arts history. With the UFC showcasing elite fighters at 170-pounds over the last couple of decades, here’s a look at the greatest welterweights in UFC history. These fighters have been ranked […]
Kayla Harrison Vs. Amanda Nunes – What Happens?
Kayla Harrison is ready to fight Amanda Nunes at any weight class following her win over Julianna Pena at UFC 316, as we look at how the fight could play out. Harrison submitted Pena to become the UFC Bantamweight Champion in just her third UFC fight. After the fight, Harrison called out Nunes as they […]
What's Next For Justin Gaethje?
Justin Gaethje is considering retirement if the UFC doesn’t grant him a lightweight title shot next as we look at his options. Gaethje is searching for his next opponent after beating Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313 in his last fight. It was the perfect response following his defeat to Max Holloway at UFC 300. The […]
UFC Fight Night – Rose Namajunas vs Miranda Maverick: Preview & Betting Tips
The co-main event of this UFC Atlanta card brings a fascinating clash of styles as former two-time strawweight champion Rose “Thug” Namajunas faces the surging Miranda “Fear The” Maverick in a women’s flyweight bout. Rose Namajunas (14-7) is one of the most technically gifted female fighters in UFC history. Her footwork, distance management, and diverse […]
Justin Gaethje to Call Time on Career if UFC Don't Grant His Wish
Image Credit: Instagram: mmauncensored__ogmmapack Justin Gaethje might be ready to call it quits on his UFC career if his one wish does not get granted this year. The 34-year-old lightweight contender has been waiting more than a year for his title shot, a prize in which he feels he’s earned through his relentless fighting style […]
What's Next For Merab Dvalishvili?
Merab Dvalishvili defeated Sean O’Malley at UFC 316 in their rematch, as we look at what is next. Dvalishvili secured his second win over O’Malley via a third-round submission win. The performance was more impressive than the first win since O’Malley said he was not 100 percent for that fight. O’Malley also downplayed Merab’s ability […]
What's Next For Henry Cejudo?
Henry Cejudo wants one more fight before he retires as we examine his next steps. Cejudo is not in the best form, as his last victory came in 2020 when he beat Dominick Cruz. Since then, he has lost three in a row, coming out second best to Song Yadong at UFC Seattle in his last […]
On This Day in 2018: Robert Whittaker And Yoel Romero Went to War in One of the Best UFC Middleweight Fights Ever
Image Credit: MMAmania.com On this day in 2018 at UFC 225 in Chicago, Robert Whittaker and Yoel Romero went to war in what many fans and pundits still hail as one of the greatest middleweight fights in UFC history. In a five-round battle of sheer grit and heart, Whittaker edged out Romero via split decision […]
UFC Fight Night – Kamaru Usman vs Joaquin Buckley: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/DovySimuMMA/status/1931587154574286929?t=wswwnpzmuubyesru13DmPA&s=19 In what promises to be a fiery clash at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman returns to the Octagon to face the surging Joaquin Buckley at 170-pounds. Usman, once considered one of the most dominant welterweights of all time, is trying to halt a three-fight skid and reassert […]
Fans Worry After Ben Askren's Pneumonia Hospitalization
MMA fans have come out in droves to express their worry following the news that Ben Askren has been hospitalized with “severe pneumonia.” Askren’s wife, Amy, made the announcement as the 40-year-old is reportedly not responding to treatment. Askren is one of the most popular fighters to have graced MMA. He secured 12 MMA wins […]