Chris Weidman, the former UFC middleweight champion, is set to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon after suffering one of the most devastating in-cage injuries in UFC history. On Saturday, at TD Garden, Weidman will face Brad Tavares in what will be his first fight since April 4, 2021. During that fateful bout against
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Cody Gibson has secured the last spot in “The Ultimate Fighter” Season 31 finale with another impressive first-round finish. Under the guidance of coach Michael Chandler, Gibson capitalized on a mistake made by Rico DiSciullo, who was coached by Conor McGregor, to secure a submission win. This victory has granted Gibson the opportunity to face
As the UFC returns to New England, fight fans are eagerly anticipating a night of high-octane action at UFC 292 in Boston. Scheduled to take place on Saturday night, the event promises to deliver thrilling matchups and captivating storylines. From the headlining bantamweight title fight between Aljamain Sterling and Sean O’Malley to the women’s strawweight
Vicente Luque made a triumphant return to the UFC octagon on Saturday night, securing his first victory since enduring a brain hemorrhage in a devastating knockout loss in 2022. The Brazilian-Chilean welterweight fighter showcased his resilience and skill as he defeated Rafael dos Anjos via unanimous decision in the main event of UFC Fight Night
Former UFC title contender, Derrick Lewis, has solidified his place in the Octagon as a fan favorite. Despite being 38 years old, Lewis has recently signed a new eight-fight deal with the UFC, which ensures his continued presence in the sport. UFC officials confirmed this exciting news, disclosing that Lewis had fought out his previous
Israel Adesanya, the reigning UFC middleweight champion, will be facing off against Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 293 on September 9th in Sydney. This announcement comes as a surprise, as it was initially expected that Adesanya would defend his title against the winner of a fight between his rival Robert Whittaker and
Dana White’s Contender Series has been an incredible platform for talented fighters, offering them a path to showcase their skills and earn a spot in the UFC. Season 7 of the series is set to return, and fans are eagerly anticipating the emergence of new prospects who could become the next big names in the
Cory Sandhagen’s recent performance against Rob Font at UFC Fight Night left much to be desired for fans in attendance. While Sandhagen secured a victory, his dominant grappling control resulted in a lack of excitement and a chorus of boos from the crowd. The bantamweight fighter acknowledged his subpar showing, attributing it to his ongoing
In a stunning turn of events, 27-year-old featherweight Jesus Pinedo defied all odds and secured a massive upset over top-seeded Bubba Jenkins during the PFL 2023 playoffs in San Antonio. Pinedo, hailing from Peru, dominated the former NCAA Division I national champion wrestler and secured a standing TKO victory at 4:40 of the second round.
In an unexpected turn of events, one of the semifinalists on Friday’s opening fight card of the Professional Fighters League (PFL) playoffs in San Antonio, Texas, missed weight during the weigh-ins. This could potentially lead to a bizarre circumstance in the final round, where the fighter who lost on the official scorecards may still advance.
Amanda Serrano, the undisputed featherweight boxing champion, is set to make her return to mixed martial arts (MMA). After recently signing a deal with the Professional Fighters League’s (PFL) Super Fight division, Serrano is prepared to showcase her skills in a new arena. This article explores Serrano’s transition from boxing to MMA and the potential
In a surprising turn of events on “The Ultimate Fighter,” Brad Katona made the decision to leave Michael Chandler’s team and join Conor McGregor’s team. This move has undoubtedly paid off for Katona, as he continues his journey on the show. The recent episode showcased the most competitive fight of the season, where Katona faced
The highly anticipated UFC 294 event in October is set to feature an explosive showdown between light heavyweight contenders Magomed Ankalaev and Johnny Walker. Sources have confirmed that this 205-pound bout will take place on October 21st at the prestigious Etihad Arena. This matchup is expected to be one of the highlights of the night,
On Saturday, Bellator MMA had planned to crown an inaugural men’s flyweight champion in a highly anticipated bout between Kyoji Horiguchi and Makoto Shinryu. However, the fight was abruptly stopped after just 25 seconds due to an accidental eye poke, resulting in a no contest. This unfortunate turn of events left the title vacant and
Another anticipated welterweight fight has been cancelled, bringing disappointment to fans and fighters alike. Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson and Michel Pereira were set to face off at UFC 291, but the fight was scrapped after Pereira missed weight by three pounds. This is not the first time Pereira has failed to make weight in the division,