The UFC world was stunned on Saturday night when current heavyweight champion Jon Jones announced his retirement. He last fought in November 2024, defeating Stipe Miocic with a knockout from a spinning back kick. Fans had been eagerly anticipating a showdown between Jones and Tom Aspinall. However, Jones has officially decided to retire after seven […]
The bout between the No. 5-ranked heavyweight in the world, Curtis Blaydes, and the debuting Rizvan Kuniev is scheduled to take place at UFC Baku this weekend. It is a rarity to see a fighter getting such a high-profile opponent for his first bout in the promotion. What makes the matchup that much more bizarre […]
Making a strong, early impression as a professional is always important. For those who weren’t able to watch Miguel Suazo during the Tuff-N-Uff 142 event, it was a showstopper. After only 12 seconds of action, ‘Suavecito’ got Aaron Casey with an overhand left to earn the first-round knockout. Incredible Performance For those watching the MMA […]
Chase Hooper appeared on Demetrious Johnson’s “Mighty Cast,” talking about his days on the regional scene, the gaming industry, his fight against Jim Miller, and much more. Hooper also mildly lifted the curtain on his UFC developmental deal. “So… only a handful of people have ever gotten [the developmental deal]. Me, McKenzie Dern, I wanna […]
Recently, there have been plenty of Bellator athletes transitioning over to the UFC. Considering the neglect Dana White had shown towards his competitor business-wise, it is interesting the amount of respect its former fighters are getting at the early stages of their promotional runs. Pitbull Is At The Doorsteps Arguably the greatest fighter in Bellator […]
UFC president Dana White came out with three massive announcements on his Instagram Live, just the way he loves to do it. Two fights for UFC 316 in Prudential Center are scheduled for June 7, and a surprising turn of events for the Fight Night event in Kansas City on April 26. Besides that, White […]
Traditional boxing fans have reservations over the latest joint effort of Dana White and Turki Al-Sheikh. TKO seeks to carve out a space that is owned by organizations with decade-long involvement in the sport. The new partnership needed disruptors at the head of the operation to make a serious push. Spectators may have strong negative […]
