Aljamain Sterling, the former bantamweight champion, has had to make a significant decision regarding his upcoming fight against Movsar Evloev at UFC 307, as he has announced his withdrawal due to an injury. This latest turn of events comes at a time when Sterling was eager to make a mark in the featherweight division after
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Sean O’Malley, the former bantamweight champion of the UFC, faces a lengthy hiatus from competition following a serious injury to his hip. This injury, a torn labrum he sustained approximately ten weeks ago, not only hindered his preparations but ultimately played a role in his recent loss to Merab Dvalishvili. Despite being in fight camp,
In a landmark episode for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Valentina Shevchenko faced off against Alexa Grasso for the third time in a highly anticipated flyweight title bout that culminated in UFC 306. This fight marked the end of the first trilogy in women’s division history, and it was Shevchenko who emerged victorious, reclaiming her
UFC lightweight fighter Michael Chandler is taking a significant step in his career by moving away from a highly anticipated matchup with Conor McGregor. Scheduled to face Charles Oliveira on November 16 at Madison Square Garden in a co-main event at UFC 309, Chandler (23-8) seems determined to refocus his efforts. Recent statements from UFC
Brian Ortega’s journey in the UFC has been nothing short of dramatic. Initially slated to face Diego Lopes at UFC 303, a last-minute weight cut gone wrong forced him out of the fight. Despite the disappointment, Ortega considers himself lucky that the UFC allowed him to pull out, potentially saving him from a career-ending decision.
Sean O’Malley, a rising star in the UFC, has been making waves in the world of mixed martial arts. With his upcoming main event fight against Merab Dvalishvili at The Sphere in Las Vegas, O’Malley believes he is on the cusp of surpassing the legendary Conor McGregor as the biggest star in the UFC. The
Conor McGregor, the outspoken and controversial UFC superstar, has been out of action since his devastating leg injury in July 2021. His anticipated return against Michael Chandler was delayed due to the injury, and now it seems that fans will have to wait even longer for McGregor to step back into the Octagon. Despite McGregor’s
Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, the former UFC flyweight champion and current ONE Championship flyweight champion, has officially announced his retirement from professional MMA. Ending his career with a record of 25-4-1, Johnson leaves behind a legacy that solidifies his status as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. Making the announcement at
Sean Brady showcased his skills as he outpointed Gilbert Burns in a thrilling five-round main event at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. The Philadelphia native solidified himself as one of the top welterweights in the world with his dominant performance against Burns. Brady, with a record of 17-1, maintained a steady pace throughout the
In a spectacular showdown at UFC Fight Night, Sean Brady showcased his skills and proved himself as a top contender in the welterweight division. The main event saw Brady deliver a dominant performance against Gilbert Burns, landing an impressive 274 strikes and controlling the fight for over 10 minutes. This unanimous decision victory marked Brady’s
In a strategic showdown at the Bellator Championship Series 4, Usman Nurmagomedov successfully defended his lightweight title against Alexander Shabliy through a unanimous decision. Despite lacking much action and drama, Nurmagomedov showcased his tactical prowess by controlling the fight with precise punches and kicks, ultimately securing scores of 50-45, 49-46, and 49-46 to retain his
Jorge Masvidal, a former mixed martial artist who announced his retirement in April 2023, following a loss to Gilbert Burns, is now planning to make a comeback. He mentioned that he took some time off from sports and martial arts, but after some time, he realized that he is not ready to retire completely. He
This Saturday, the highly anticipated UFC 306 event will take place in Las Vegas, featuring the second defense of the UFC men’s bantamweight championship by Sean O’Malley against Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley, who is ranked No. 4 in the ESPN pound-for-pound men’s rankings, is coming off a successful decision win in his first title defense. On
Valentina Shevchenko is gearing up for her third bout against flyweight champion Alexa Grasso, but this time she is determined to not let the judges decide the outcome. Their last meeting ended in a controversial split draw, with one judge scored the final round for Grasso with a 10-8 scorecard. This decision allowed Grasso to
Brandon Moreno, a former flyweight champion in the UFC, is set to make his return to the Octagon in Edmonton, Alberta on Nov. 2. Moreno has had a rocky road in his career, having last fought in February with a split decision loss to Brandon Royval. Despite this setback, Moreno is known for his remarkable
Caio Borralho, a rising star out of Sao Paulo, Brazil, has recently made waves in the UFC middleweight division by breaking into the top five rankings with an impressive 7-0 record. His latest victory over former title challenger Jared Cannonier has solidified his position as a serious contender for the middleweight title. Despite facing tough
Former MMA fighter and professional wrestler Ronda Rousey recently issued an online apology for sharing a conspiracy video about the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting, admitting that it was “11 years too late.” In her apology, Rousey expressed deep regret for reposting the video and described it as the single most regrettable decision
Francis Ngannou, former UFC heavyweight champion, has been making headlines ahead of his PFL debut against Renan Ferreira. One of the main issues he addressed was the narrative that he ducked a fight with Jon Jones, as claimed by UFC CEO Dana White. Ngannou made it clear that it was not the case and that