Sara Collins Submits Leah McCourt In First Round, Calls For Fight Against Bellator Champ Cris Cyborg

Undefeated featherweight contender Sara Collins made her case for a shot against Bellator Featherweight Champion Cris Cyborg following a statement win on Saturday night. Collins showcased dangerous striking and stellar grappling skills this weekend, finishing promotional vet Leah McCourt in the first round. The fight came in the main event of a Bellator card from … Continue reading Sara Collins Submits Leah McCourt In First Round, Calls For Fight Against Bellator Champ Cris Cyborg

9/14/24 Notebook: Yaroslav Amosov Says He Is A Free Agent

Welcome to the notebook, a quick catchup of all the smaller (but still important) stories from the world of MMA! If you want the notebook delivered to you every morning along with MMA’s top headlines, consider subscribing to the Knockdown Daily newsletter via Substack. It’s free! Here are the latest stories we’re following: UFC Former UFC Featherweight … Continue reading 9/14/24 Notebook: Yaroslav Amosov Says He Is A Free Agent

Michael Chandler Set To End Layoff Against Charles Oliveira At UFC 309

Michael Chandler's next fight won't be against Conor McGregor. Chandler has put his hopes of facing former two-division champ McGregor on the back burner, instead pursuing a fight against Charles Oliveira in hopes of climbing back into the lightweight division's title mix. The fight, which was first revealed in a post by Robbie Fox of … Continue reading Michael Chandler Set To End Layoff Against Charles Oliveira At UFC 309

Mark Climaco Takes Decision Win Over Victor Dias At LFA 192

Former "Road To UFC" flyweight competitor Mark Climaco added another big performance to his record on Friday night, going three rounds against Victor Dias to win via unanimous decision. The decision victory for Climaco headlined LFA 192, which took place this weekend from the Kaiser Permanente Arena in Santa Cruz, California, USA. Sharp stand-up skills … Continue reading Mark Climaco Takes Decision Win Over Victor Dias At LFA 192

9/12/24 Notebook: Juan Archuleta Gets Another Big RIZIN Matchup

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Cinema, Immersion and, Of Course, Fights: What Those Behind UFC 306 Say It Will Be Like

The anticipation for UFC Noche hasn't been similar to the build-up that most pay-per-view cards get. While discussion around the average numbered UFC card is often strictly about the top fighters who will compete, the actual setting and presentation of Saturday's show have seemingly overshadowed the fights. The title bouts on Saturday aren't bad at … Continue reading Cinema, Immersion and, Of Course, Fights: What Those Behind UFC 306 Say It Will Be Like

ONE Championship To Be Featured In Fictional Sports Film ‘The Beast In Me’

ONE Championship will play a major role in an upcoming film involving Russell Crowe and Daniel MacPherson. The Asia-based combat sports promotion will be depicted in the upcoming film "The Beast In Me," which sees MacPherson play a veteran MMA fighter reviving his career after the sudden passing of his brother. Crowe will have a … Continue reading ONE Championship To Be Featured In Fictional Sports Film ‘The Beast In Me’

Navajo Stirling, Josias Musasa, and Nicolle Caliari Earn UFC Contracts on ‘Contender Series’

A trio of fighters joined the UFC roster this week following a shorter-than-usual episode of "Dana White's Contender Series." Navajo Stirling, Josias Musasa, and Nicolle Caliari were offered contracts following Tuesday's show from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Tuesday's show marked the first time this year that less than four fighters were … Continue reading Navajo Stirling, Josias Musasa, and Nicolle Caliari Earn UFC Contracts on ‘Contender Series’

Omiel Brown Wins One-Night Cage Warriors Prizefighter Tournament, Earns Future Title Shot

Welterweight prospect Omiel Brown left the Braehead Arena in Glasgow, Scotland with an extra $50,000 to his name after winning the second-ever Cage Warriors "Prizefighter" tournament. Brown overcame two opponents in one night to win the four-man welterweight bracket at Cage Warriors 176, earning him a significant payday for a regional-level fight and a future … Continue reading Omiel Brown Wins One-Night Cage Warriors Prizefighter Tournament, Earns Future Title Shot

Sean Brady Pushes Pace For Five Rounds To Overcome Gilbert Burns

Rising welterweight contender Sean Brady worked a gruelling pace against Gilbert Burns through five rounds, earning him a near-shutout unanimous decision outcome and the biggest victory of his pro career thus far. Brady's high-profile win came in the main event of a UFC "Fight Night" card from the APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on … Continue reading Sean Brady Pushes Pace For Five Rounds To Overcome Gilbert Burns