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
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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
Nate Diaz, a well-known MMA fighter, found himself at the center of legal trouble after an altercation in New Orleans almost a year ago. The incident, which led to Diaz being arrested and charged with second-degree battery in April 2023, involved him applying a chokehold to amateur MMA fighter Rodney Peterson. The confrontation escalated when
The headline fight at the 2024 PFL Regular Season event features Andrey Koreshkov making his PFL debut against undefeated veteran Magomed Umalatov. Koreshkov is riding a five-fight win streak, with his most recent victory being a split decision win over Lorenz Larkin in 2023. On the other hand, Umalatov, despite being undefeated, has never competed
After a slightly disappointing performance at UFC 300, Nickal has vowed to come back stronger and showcase his true talent at UFC 400. With his impressive skills and promising future, Nickal could be a potential candidate for a second UFC championship. His storyline of redemption and ultimate success could be a highlight of the UFC
Kayla Harrison made a stunning UFC debut by completely dominating former champion Holly Holm in a preliminary fight at UFC 300. Harrison, a former two-time Olympic judo champion, showcased her skills by securing a rear-naked choke submission victory over Holm at 1 minute and 47 seconds of the second round. This performance was a clear
Nate Diaz recently expressed his confidence in a potential trilogy fight against Conor McGregor, stating that he guarantees they will meet in the Octagon once again. Diaz, who has previously defeated McGregor via submission in 2016, seems determined to settle the score in another highly anticipated matchup. McGregor himself has hinted at the idea of
UFC president Dana White announced that Hall of Famer Mark Coleman will be presenting the BMF championship belt to the winner of the Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway fight at UFC 300. Coleman recently emerged from a coma after saving his parents from a house fire in Toledo, Ohio. After the rescue, Coleman was placed
The 2024 PFL season event is gearing up to be a night of champions with an impressive lineup of current and former titleholders set to compete. The main card will feature a mix of light heavyweight and lightweight bouts, with the likes of former champions Rob Wilkinson and Antonio Carlos Jr. headlining the event. The
In the world of mixed martial arts, injuries are a common occurrence that can significantly impact a fighter’s career. The recent torn hamstring suffered by UFC middleweight Chris Curtis during a fight against Brendan Allen serves as a stark reminder of the physical toll that these athletes endure. The Grade 3 tear of Curtis’s hamstring