MMA

In a battle of supremacy at UFC 294's main event, Islam Makhachev (25-1 MMA, 14-1 UFC) secured his second consecutive victory over Alexander Volkanovski (26-3 MMA, 13-2 UFC), and this time, it was unquestionably more definitive than their initial encounter. The electrifying showdown occurred at the prestigious Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, setting the stage for a dramatic clash between two accomplished fighters. Makhachev's triumph in this high-stakes about came at 3:06 of the first round when he executed a devastating head kick followed by a series of precise punches, leaving Volkanovski with no escape. This lethal combination was reminiscent of the arsenal…

In a highly anticipated boxing match, Logan Paul, well-known for his prior exhibition against Floyd Mayweather two years ago, showcased his dominance in the ring as he faced off against MMA fighter Dillon Danis in a six-round battle held in Manchester. From the onset, Paul took control, showcasing his boxing prowess and leaving no room for doubt in the first five rounds. The transition from YouTuber to WWE superstar seemed seamless as Paul landed an impressive 82 punches, leaving Danis struggling with a mere nine landed punches. Danis, seemingly resorting to trolling, resorted to unconventional tactics such as backhanded punches and lying down in the…

In a sudden turn of events, what initially seemed like a potential disaster has transformed into an unexpected opportunity for Dana White and the UFC. During a news conference for Contender Series 66 on Tuesday night, the UFC president revealed that former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira had sustained an injury during training, forcing him to withdraw from the main event at UFC 294 set for October 21 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. However, White wasted no time in announcing an exciting replacement to challenge champion Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title—none other than featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. This announcement now sets the stage for…

Derek Brunson, a former UFC middleweight contender with an impressive track record of 23-9, is set to venture into a new phase of his fighting career, joining the Professional Fighters League (PFL). His manager, Ali Abdelaziz, confirmed this significant move from Dominance MMA. Brunson's decision to sign with the PFL opens up a thrilling opportunity for him to compete in the esteemed $1 million light heavyweight tournament, scheduled to commence in 2024. In an exclusive interview with "The Schmo" released on Thursday, Abdelaziz disclosed this exciting development. However, specifics regarding Brunson's promotional debut date and opponent are yet to be revealed, leaving fans eagerly anticipating…

Conor McGregor, the renowned UFC star, is facing disappointment as his long-awaited Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) comeback, initially expected in 2023, has been postponed due to his failure to complete the mandatory six-month drug testing program. McGregor's absence from the octagon has been prolonged since his bout against Dustin Poirier, with nearly two years on the sidelines following a gruesome leg break suffered during UFC 264 in July 2021. However, after a recovery period of approximately 2.5 years, the Irish fighter is now physically prepared to return to competitive action. Initial speculations had suggested that McGregor would square off against Michael Chandler at UFC 296…

After an extensive tenure in the middleweight division spanning eight years, 31-year-old Kelvin Gastelum has made the decision to transition back to the welterweight class within the UFC. Gastelum's most recent fight was a victorious bout against Chris Curtis (30-10 MMA) at UFC 287 in April earlier this year. On September 16, a year ago, Gastelum was slated to face Shavkat Rakmonov (17-0 MMA), but unfortunately, he had to withdraw due to an injury. At that time, Gastelum shared a statement outlining the circumstances of his withdrawal. In another instance, just under two weeks before that, during Noche UFC, Gastelum was set to make his…