Lerone Murphy showcased his skills and dominance in a thrilling encounter against Edson Barboza at UFC Vegas 92. The 32-year-old fighter was explosive from the outset, putting on a masterclass performance that left the featherweight division on notice. Murphy’s relentless assault of punches and kicks kept Barboza on the back foot throughout the 25-minute affair,
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UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley made headlines recently when he expressed his desire to step up to 155 pounds for a potential fight with Conor McGregor. Despite being a natural 135-pounder, O’Malley is willing to make the move in pursuit of what could be one of the biggest fights in UFC history. During an appearance
UFC middleweight Michel Pereira has proven to be not only a fierce competitor in the Octagon but also a compassionate individual willing to lend a helping hand in times of crisis. As severe floods ravaged Brazil, resulting in numerous fatalities and displacements, Pereira took it upon himself to assist in rescue efforts. Hailing from Para,
Darren Till, the former UFC welterweight title contender, is set to embark on a new journey in the world of boxing. Till will be making his professional boxing debut against former WBC world middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. The fight is scheduled for six rounds and will take place on the undercard of the
Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal were initially set to face off in a boxing ring on June 1 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. However, the fight has now been rescheduled to take place on July 6 at the Honda Center in Anaheim. The decision to move the date was influenced by the fact
In the latest UFC Fight Night at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Derrick Lewis showcased his dominance in the heavyweight division by securing a third-round TKO victory over Rodrigo Nascimento. With this win, Lewis not only extended his lead as the all-time knockout leader in the UFC’s heavyweight division but also displayed his unique
Carlos Ulberg, a rising star in the UFC’s light heavyweight division, is gearing up to face Alonzo Menifield in an important matchup this weekend. Ulberg sees this fight as a crucial stepping stone towards his ultimate goal of securing a spot on the August 305 card in Perth. The New Zealand fighter has been on
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has been making headlines with his desire to face former champion Stipe Miocic next, rather than a unification bout with interim champion Tom Aspinall. Jones has expressed his clear decision to stick to his original plans and fight the man with all the accolades, dismissing the idea of facing Aspinall,
Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has recently announced a significant development in the partnership between Riyadh Season and the UFC. This strategic agreement aims to bring a major UFC event to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, either at the end of 2024 or the beginning of 2025. The event is expected to
UFC has announced the rebooking of a thrilling bantamweight matchup between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov, set to take place in Abu Dhabi. This fight is set to be the headline attraction at UFC Fight Night on Aug. 3 at the Etihad Arena. Originally scheduled a year ago in Nashville, the bout was canceled due
Alexandre Pantoja faced a tough challenge from Steve Erceg in the main event of UFC 301, where he managed to retain the UFC flyweight championship. Despite being the defending champion, Pantoja found himself dealing with a strong opponent in Erceg, who pushed him to his limits throughout the 25-minute battle in front of a home
UFC welterweight Matt Brown has decided to call it quits after an impressive career spanning almost two decades. With 30 appearances in the Octagon, Brown has left a lasting impact on the sport of mixed martial arts. At 43 years old, he made the announcement of his retirement on X, stating that he will now
The world of sports was struck by tragedy as former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer, Francis Ngannou, publicly mourned the death of his 15-month-old son, Kobe. In a heartfelt tribute posted on all his social media platforms, Ngannou expressed his profound grief and disbelief at the sudden loss of his beloved son. The pain
Steve Erceg finds himself in an unexpected position, with the opportunity to challenge for the UFC flyweight title despite being the lowest-ranked fighter in the division. With only three fights under his belt, Erceg has shown promise, including a notable knockout victory over Matt Schnell. His upcoming bout against Alexandre Pantoja presents a chance to
Alex Perez put on a show in the main event of UFC Fight Night, securing a second-round knockout against Matheus Nicolau. Ranked No. 8 by the UFC, Perez showcased his skills and determination as he battled his way to victory. Despite facing a tough opponent in Nicolau, Perez was able to break through his defense
The upcoming Bellator MMA event in Paris has experienced a setback with undefeated lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov withdrawing from his title defense against Alexander Shabliy due to an unspecified injury. This unexpected development has left fans disappointed as they were eagerly anticipating Nurmagomedov’s comeback after a six-month suspension for testing positive for a banned substance
WWE has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with the UFC, revealing that NXT Battleground will be held at the UFC Apex on Sunday, June 9 in Las Vegas. This news marks a significant milestone as it will be the first WWE event to be hosted at this 130,000-square foot production facility. The UFC Apex is
Magomed Umalatov, with a record of 15-0, showcased his dominance once again in the PFL SmartCage. By defeating former Bellator MMA welterweight champion Andrey Koreshkov (27-4), Umalatov solidified his spot as a force to be reckoned with in the welterweight division. Despite not having the opportunity to compete in the PFL playoffs yet, Umalatov has