MMA is unique among sports in that animosity between athletes generally isn’t viewed as a bad thing. The promotion has seen its fair share of bitter rivalries, some of which have escalated to levels that extend beyond the 746…
“Be close with your parents… because you never know what’s going to happen tomorrow.” These words sent an emotional shockwave through the MMA realm, as Khabib Nurmagomedov dropped down in tears after defeating Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. Well,…
“They tried to give me a donut but I need to get back to running.” Now, who in their right mind says no to a donut? Justin Gaethje, that’s who. And not just any donut, one served fresh after…
In combat sports, greatness isn’t claimed—it’s proven inside the cage, often in just twenty-five minutes. That’s why Ilia Topuria, fresh off his move from featherweight, has his sights set on lightweight champion and pound-for-pound king, Islam Makhachev. But there’s…
Remember when Colby Covington played so hard into his persona that he ended up angering pretty much everyone at American Top Team? Yeah, no prominent fighter from the Miami-based gym had good words to say about Covington. Among the…
‘Iron’ Michael Chandler has been a bit too malleable perhaps, losing four out of his last five fights. Despite delivering amazing performances, the former Bellator champion has been plagued by defeat after defeat while fighting the top talents of…
Conor McGregor, who hasn’t competed since 2021, can finally return to combat sports, though not with the UFC. This Sunday (29), the Irishman stoked rumors on social media about a probable multimillion-dollar boxing fight between him and YouTuber Logan…
If you ask Dustin Poirier about his medium-term goal, it would be to retire where he began his MMA journey. In fact, even during his interview with Ariel Helwani, the ‘Diamond’ revealed that his plan is to hang up…
In the world of combat sports, entertainment is as vital as competition, as it captivates fans and drives financial success. A good fight needs a storyline, compelling characters, and an electrifying climax in the fight. The best fighters, in…
The Ultimate Fighting Championship brought back the trend of featuring the fighters in customized shorts. Back when the MMA promotion was on the rise, Chuck Liddell, Mirko Cro Cop, and many others graced the Octagon wearing their customized shorts.…