In the world of UFC, every fight is a chance for fighters to prove themselves and climb up the rankings. Such was the case for Alex Perez, who stepped into the octagon against Matheus Nicolau in a battle for title contention. This flyweight showdown took place at UFC Fight Night at the UFC Apex in
MMA
Bellator MMA’s upcoming event in Paris has undergone some significant changes recently. Originally scheduled to feature a title bout between Usman Nurmagomedov and Alexander Shabliy, the event will now see Nurmagomedov withdrawing from the fight due to an unspecified injury. This has led to Patchy Mix’s bantamweight title defense against Magomed Magomedov being elevated to
In a groundbreaking move, WWE has officially announced that NXT Battleground will be held at the prestigious UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Sunday, June 9. This marks a significant partnership between the two powerhouse organizations, bringing together the worlds of professional wrestling and mixed martial arts in a unique way. The UFC Apex, known
Magomed Umalatov showcased his dominance once again in the PFL SmartCage as he faced off against former Bellator MMA welterweight champion Andrey Koreshkov. The judges scored the intense battle 29-28 in favor of Umalatov, solidifying his 6-0 record under the PFL banner. Despite facing challenges with visa issues in the past, Umalatov’s performance has never
In a disturbing turn of events, Nate Diaz finds himself embroiled in a legal battle stemming from an altercation that took place in New Orleans almost a year ago. The incident led to Diaz being arrested and charged with second-degree battery after a social media video surfaced showing him applying a chokehold to amateur MMA
In the upcoming PFL Regular Season event, Andrey Koreshkov will be making his debut against the undefeated PFL veteran Magomed Umalatov. Koreshkov holds an impressive five-fight win streak, with his recent victory being a split decision against Lorenz Larkin in 2023. On the other hand, Umalatov, despite being undefeated, has never competed for a PFL
One of the potential main card fighters for UFC 400 could be Bo Nickal, who is currently showing promising talent and potential in the UFC. Nickal’s performance at UFC 300 was met with some self-criticism, but it’s clear that he has the skills and drive to succeed in the octagon. With a bright future ahead
Kayla Harrison’s UFC debut was an impressive one, as she faced off against former champion Holly Holm and came out victorious with a rear-naked choke submission in the second round at UFC 300. This marked a significant moment for Harrison, as she made the transition from two-time Olympic judo champion to MMA fighter. Throughout the
The possibility of a Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz trilogy fight seems to be looming in the near future. Diaz himself has expressed his confidence that they will meet in the Octagon once again. Despite both fighters having one victory each in their previous encounters, the desire for a decisive third match is evident. In
UFC president Dana White recently announced that Hall of Famer Mark Coleman will have the honor of presenting the BMF championship to the winner of the Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway fight at UFC 300. Coleman, who is 59 years old, has shown tremendous resilience after coming out of a coma following a heroic rescue
Saturday’s upcoming fight card at UFC 300 is being hyped up as a night filled with champions, with a lineup that includes current and former belt-holders gracing the Octagon. This event is set to showcase a dozen champions from various weight divisions. In contrast, the PFL is gearing up for a mini-version of this with
During the recent UFC Fight Night, middleweight fighter Chris Curtis endured a challenging bout against Brendan Allen, resulting in a torn hamstring. The injury occurred in the final moments of their highly competitive match, where Curtis sustained a Grade 3 tear of his hamstring, indicating a nearly complete tear of the muscle. This unfortunate incident