The UFC has made big moves by announcing two marquee fights for its final pay-per-view event of 2023. Among the highly anticipated matchups is a clash between English lightweight Paddy Pimblett and former interim champion Tony Ferguson. Paddy Pimblett, with an impressive record of 20 wins and only 3 losses, will be returning after a
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Chris Leben, a retired former pro MMA fighter, is set to make his Nevada debut as a judge on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card. While this may seem like an exciting opportunity, there are some concerns and criticisms surrounding Leben’s qualifications and the overall state of judging in MMA. This article aims to critically
The highly-anticipated UFC 295 event is set to take place at the iconic Madison Square Garden, featuring a thrilling matchup between two formidable fighters in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). Former light heavyweight champion Jirí Procházka and former middleweight champion Alex Pereira will go head-to-head in a battle for the vacant light heavyweight
Valentina Shevchenko, the former UFC women’s flyweight champion, has hit a major setback in her career. After her recent bout against Alexa Grasso, Shevchenko revealed on Instagram that she will need surgery on her fractured right thumb. This unfortunate injury will keep her out of full-contact training for the next three months, putting her plans
As the rollercoaster of 2023 continues in the world of MMA, it’s clear that the remainder of the year will be just as chaotic and unpredictable. With unexpected winners, surprising retirements, and long-awaited returns, the sport is going through a period of transition and change. Let’s delve into the bold predictions for the rest of
The intense rivalry between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko continues to captivate the UFC audience. In their highly anticipated rematch at Noche UFC, held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the two fighters fought to a split draw (48-47, 47-48, 47-47). While Grasso retained the UFC women’s flyweight title, Shevchenko expressed her disappointment, stating
The anticipation is building as Alexa Grasso prepares to defend her UFC women’s flyweight title against former longtime champion Valentina Shevchenko. Set to take place at Noche UFC, a spectacular event celebrating Mexican Independence Day, this main event promises to be a clash of titans. With both fighters possessing an impressive record and an unwavering
LAS VEGAS — The UFC is taking a significant step forward by celebrating Mexican Independence Day for the very first time. This weekend, fight fans will be treated to a card that highlights Mexican and Mexican-American fighters, showcasing their skills and representing their rich heritage. The main event of Noche UFC will feature an exhilarating
Israel Adesanya, widely regarded as one of the best fighters in the UFC, suffered a loss against Sean Strickland at UFC 293. This defeat marked Adesanya’s second loss in his last three fights, causing his ranking to drop in ESPN’s pound-for-pound list. City Kickboxing head trainer, Eugene Bareman, who is closely involved with Adesanya’s fight
In a groundbreaking move, the UFC and WWE have officially merged under the parent company Endeavor, resulting in the birth of a new company called TKO. The merger, which has been eagerly anticipated by fans and industry insiders alike, was announced on Tuesday and marks a significant turning point in the world of live-event and
The UFC has recently made the decision to cancel an upcoming featherweight bout between Khusein Askhabov and Daniel Pineda. This decision comes as a response to Askhabov’s recent arrest in relation to an alleged kidnapping and robbery in Thailand. The promotion notified ESPN about the cancellation shortly after news of Askhabov’s arrest emerged. Although Askhabov’s
In a surprising turn of events, Sean Strickland accomplished what many believed to be impossible. At UFC 293, Strickland shocked the mixed martial arts world by claiming the 185-pound championship in a five-round decision over Israel Adesanya, widely regarded as one of the greatest middleweights of all time. This unexpected victory now holds the title