UFC lightweight fighter Dustin Poirier has made the shocking announcement that he will no longer be facing Benoit Saint-Denis in their highly-anticipated bout. The decision comes after both parties failed to come to terms on the financial aspects of the fight. Poirier, with a professional record of 29 wins and 8 losses, was set to
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In a groundbreaking move for the world of trading card collecting, UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) and Fanatics Collectibles have recently announced their exclusive multiyear partnership. This collaboration grants Fanatics the sole rights to produce UFC trading cards, marking a significant shift in the market. Formerly held by Topps and then Panini America, this new deal
In a groundbreaking move for gender equality in combat sports, Professional Fighters League (PFL) has recently announced the signing of Hattan Alsaif, a Saudi Arabian-born fighter. At only 22 years old, Alsaif has already achieved considerable success in Muay Thai, becoming the first Saudi Arabian athlete to win a gold medal at the 2023 International
In a groundbreaking announcement, UFC CEO Dana White revealed that two legendary athletes, Holly Holm and Kayla Harrison, will be facing off at UFC 300. This highly anticipated matchup between these accomplished women in combat sports history has caught the attention of fans worldwide. Let’s delve deeper into the details of this momentous event. The
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the iconic actor and former WWE star, has taken on a new role as a board member of TKO Group, a publicly traded company that includes the UFC and WWE. This announcement comes as a surprise to many, as Johnson is one of the most well-known wrestlers in WWE history, having
Mixed martial artist Khamzat Chimaev has been making waves in the UFC middleweight division. With an undefeated record of 13-0, Chimaev has been showcasing his skills and dominance in the octagon. Recently, he expressed his dissatisfaction with the title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland, stating that he saw “nothing special.” Chimaev believes
Raquel Pennington, after nearly six years since her demoralizing loss to Amanda Nunes in her first UFC title appearance, has finally climbed to the top of the mountain. In the co-main event of UFC 297 at Scotiabank Arena, Pennington emerged victorious, seizing the UFC’s vacant bantamweight championship. This hard-fought win against Brazilian challenger Mayra Bueno
In the world of mixed martial arts, rivalries often add fuel to the fire when it comes to fights. While some rivalries fizzle out, others ignite and lead to breathtaking battles inside the Octagon. Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis find themselves in this unique position as they prepare to face off in the main
In a groundbreaking move, higher education and combat sports are set to converge this fall with the launch of Combat Sports and Martial Arts University (Combat U). UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber and Sacramento State have partnered to establish what is believed to be the first-ever university-backed combat sports development program. This innovative initiative,
UFC middleweight champion, Sean Strickland, issued a stern warning to Dricus Du Plessis, his upcoming opponent, ahead of their title bout in Toronto. Strickland expressed that referencing his childhood trauma, an issue he has openly discussed, “transcends fighting.” This warning highlights the importance of respecting boundaries and avoiding sensitive topics in the world of professional
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to revolutionize the world of combat sports with its upcoming Champions vs. Champions event. This groundbreaking pay-per-view (PPV) extravaganza will take place on February 24 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the magnificent Kingdom Arena. The highly anticipated event will showcase epic matchups between the 2023 PFL champions and
In a highly anticipated rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker, it was Ankalaev who emerged victorious with a jaw-dropping knockout. Taking place at the UFC’s Apex facility in Las Vegas, Ankalaev unleashed a devastating pair of right hands to knockout Walker at the 2:42 mark of the second round. This fight served as a
After a lengthy absence, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is set to make its long-awaited return to Atlantic City, New Jersey. UFC CEO Dana White recently announced that a welterweight clash between Sean Brady and Vicente Luque will headline the UFC Fight Night event on March 30. This event marks the first time the UFC
Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, will be changing his training location for his upcoming boxing match against Anthony Joshua. Ngannou’s top coach, Dewey Cooper, revealed in a video interview with ESPN that they will be training in Saudi Arabia. This change in scenery is a significant departure from their usual training grounds at
The UFC is set to make history at its upcoming milestone event, UFC 300, by featuring an unprecedented all-Chinese title fight. UFC CEO Dana White took to social media on Wednesday night to announce that Zhang Weili will be defending her women’s strawweight title against fellow compatriot Yan Xiaonan on April 13 in Las Vegas.
Jon Jones, one of the most celebrated fighters in MMA history, recently underwent a second surgery within four months. Taking to social media, Jones revealed that he had a procedure done by Dr. Neil S. ElAttrache in California to address bone spurs in his left elbow. This operation came after a surgery in October to
In a thrilling announcement on Sunday evening, UFC CEO Dana White revealed that former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira will take on Arman Tsarukyan in a highly-anticipated showdown at UFC 300. While the promotion has yet to disclose the main event for this momentous occasion, White has tantalized fans with hints of an unforgettable lineup that
Less than 90 days ago, Francis Ngannou had never ventured into the world of professional boxing. His brutal power was well-known in the UFC Octagon, where he reigned as the heavyweight champion. However, his boxing skills were untested until his October showdown with Tyson Fury. Surprising the world, Ngannou dropped Fury in Round 3 and