The Association of Boxing Commissions and Combative Sports recently made a significant decision to remove the ban on “12-6 elbows” in the sport of mixed martial arts, effective November 1st. This rule change has been a topic of debate for quite some time, as it is one of the most unpopular rules in the sport.
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Patchy Mix is set to defend his bantamweight championship against Leandro Higo in the main event of the upcoming Bellator Champions Series: Paris event. Mix, with a record of 20-1, is aiming to bounce back from a lackluster split decision victory in his previous fight. The reigning champion claimed the title when he defeated Sergio
On Saturday night, Virna Jandiroba showcased her skills in the Octagon and secured a potential UFC title shot with a dominant victory over Amanda Lemos. With an impressive armbar submission at 4:48 of the second round, Jandiroba extended her win streak to four and added a significant name to her list of defeated opponents. Throughout
Conor McGregor, the self-proclaimed “Notorious” UFC superstar, has made headlines once again with his announcement that he is considering a future as a “player/manager” in the world of combat sports. McGregor, who recently revealed his co-ownership of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships, expressed his interest in competing in a dual role once his current UFC contract
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones found himself in legal trouble when he pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges stemming from a drug test at his New Mexico home. During a virtual hearing, Jones appeared next to his attorney as the pleas were entered on his behalf. The charges he is facing include assault and interference
Recently, a lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court claiming that MMA fighter Nate Diaz is owed $9 million by promoter Solomon Engel and his company, Fanmio. Diaz alleges that he entered into an agreement to be paid $10 million for a fight against Jorge Masvidal, with $1 million upfront and $9 million after the
In the main event of UFC Fight Night, Rose Namajunas showcased her dominance in both striking and grappling against Tracy Cortez. Namajunas, ranked No. 6 in the UFC’s flyweight division, used her superior striking skills to effectively pick off Cortez throughout the fight. Her exceptional striking ability was on full display as she connected with
After his impressive victory at UFC 303, light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira is looking forward to a well-deserved break. Despite his plans to defend his light heavyweight title in his next fight, Pereira is focused on challenging Jon Jones for the undisputed heavyweight championship in the near future. With two broken toes to nurse, Pereira
Former UFC strawweight champion Rose Namajunas is set to face off against Tracy Cortez in the highly anticipated women’s flyweight main event at UFC Fight Night. Both fighters have impressive records coming into this matchup, making it a must-watch event for MMA fans. Namajunas, ranked ninth in the flyweight division, is looking to continue her
Recently, FanDuel, one of the country’s leading sportsbooks, found itself in hot water after a major blunder in its operations. On April Fool’s Day, the sportsbook accepted 34 bets on mixed martial arts fights that had already taken place a week earlier. The fights, which were promoted as live events scheduled for April 1, 2022,
In a thrilling 10-round match at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, Nate Diaz emerged victorious over Jorge Masvidal by majority decision. This win comes almost five years after Masvidal’s third-round TKO victory over Diaz in November 2019. Two out of three judges scored the bout in favor of Diaz, with scores of 98-92 and
In a stunning turn of events, Alex Pereira showcased his dominance once again by delivering a brutal knockout to Jirí Prochazka in the main event of UFC 303. The fight, which was a rematch from their previous encounter, ended in the second round with Pereira unleashing a devastating head kick followed by a series of
Recently, UFC lightweight Arman Tsarukyan found himself in hot water after throwing a punch at a fan during his walkout at UFC 300 in April. This incident led to his suspension and a hefty fine, raising eyebrows in the MMA community. While Tsarukyan’s actions were certainly questionable, the aftermath of the incident has sparked discussions
Bryce Mitchell, also known as “Thug Nasty,” is not your average UFC fighter. When he’s not training or competing, Mitchell retreats to his farm in Arkansas where he leads a completely different lifestyle. One unique aspect of Mitchell’s farm is the repurposing of an old MMA training cage. Instead of letting it go to waste,
Robert Whittaker’s recent knockout victory over Ikram Aliskerov at UFC Fight Night showcased his unwavering determination and willingness to face any opponent at any given time. Initially set to fight undefeated middleweight Khamzat Chimaev, Whittaker’s plans took a drastic turn when Chimaev had to withdraw due to injury, leaving Whittaker to face the relatively unknown
Conor McGregor, the UFC star known for his explosive fighting style, recently revealed on Instagram that a broken toe was the reason behind the cancellation of his upcoming fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303. McGregor expressed his disappointment in having to withdraw from the fight, citing a lapse in concentration during a training session
This Saturday, fight fans around the world will be treated to an epic showdown as Robert Whittaker takes on Ikram Aliskerov in the main event of UFC Fight Night. The event will be held at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and promises to deliver high-octane action from start to finish. Former UFC champion
In an exciting announcement, Bellator MMA revealed that lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov will be defending his title against Alexander Shabliy on Sept. 7 in the Bellator Champions Series: San Diego at Pechanga Arena. Nurmagomedov, who holds an impressive record of 17-0, is highly regarded as one of the top 155-pound fighters in the world. Despite