Hello readers of the Knockdown Daily newsletter. I’m writer and reporter Jack Wannan. I’m writing to announce that Knockdown News, along with the Knockdown Daily newsletter will be on pause indefinitely. Today, I am beginning a six-week internship program at CBC’s Front Burner podcast. I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity and hope to give it … Continue reading Knockdown News on Indefinite Pause
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Alistair Overeem Wins Trilogy Fight Against Badr Hari In Return To Kickboxing
Former UFC fighter Alistair Overeem picked up a win in his return to kickboxing, defeating Badr Hari in the long-awaited trilogy fight between the two. A late attack from Overeem allowed him to score a unanimous decision win against Hari. Their bout headlined GLORY Collision 4, which took place Saturday from the GelreDome in Arnhem, … Continue reading Alistair Overeem Wins Trilogy Fight Against Badr Hari In Return To Kickboxing
Kayla Harrison vs. Larissa Pacheco To Headline PFL Finals on November 25th
PFL's annual grand final event will return to the Hulu Theatre in New York City, New York, USA on November 25th. The promotion unveiled the full lineup and broadcast plans for the event Wednesday. Kayla Harrison's search to become a three-time PFL lightweight titleholder will take place in the main event when she faces Larissa … Continue reading Kayla Harrison vs. Larissa Pacheco To Headline PFL Finals on November 25th
Report: Jose Aldo Retires From MMA, Released By UFC
One of the greatest featherweight fighters of all time has decided to end his MMA career. Former UFC Featherweight Champion Jose Aldo has reportedly declared his retirement from MMA, ending a storied career that lasted nearly two decades in total. Aldo has been released from the UFC roster following his retirement from the sport. News … Continue reading Report: Jose Aldo Retires From MMA, Released By UFC
Nate Diaz Calls End To Current UFC Run Following Submission Win Over Tony Ferguson
Legendary UFC fighter Nate Diaz wrapped up his current UFC contract with a win on Saturday night, submitting Tony Ferguson in the fourth round of a main event fight. Their welterweight bout was the headliner for UFC 279, which took place from the T-Mobile Arena, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Diaz caught Ferguson in the … Continue reading Nate Diaz Calls End To Current UFC Run Following Submission Win Over Tony Ferguson
Alexa Grasso vs. Viviane Araujo Set As New Main Event For October 15th UFC Card
A previously booked flyweight fight between Alexa Grasso and Viviane Araujo has been upgraded to main event status for UFC's October 15th event. News of the fight's new headliner status was announced by the UFC earlier this week. The bout is scheduled to take place at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. It … Continue reading Alexa Grasso vs. Viviane Araujo Set As New Main Event For October 15th UFC Card
Denise Gomes To Make UFC Debut Against Loma Lookboonmee At September 17th UFC Card
Strawweight Loma Lookboonmee has been given a new opponent for her first fight of 2022. While previously booked to face Diana Belbita, Lookboonmee is now expected to face Denise Gomes at UFC's September 17th "Fight Night" card. News of the opponent change was revealed during UFC's "Dana White's Contender Series" broadcast on Tuesday. The bout … Continue reading Denise Gomes To Make UFC Debut Against Loma Lookboonmee At September 17th UFC Card
‘Contender Series’ Standout Joe Pyfer To Make UFC Debut on September 17th
Joe Pyfer, the first name to get signed on the ongoing season of "Dana White's Contender Series," already has his UFC debut set. Pyfer is scheduled to appear at the promotion's September 17th show against Alen Amedovski, per a report from Nolan King of MMA Junkie. The fight is joining a card that is scheduled to … Continue reading ‘Contender Series’ Standout Joe Pyfer To Make UFC Debut on September 17th
UFC Aiming To Book Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev For UFC 279 Main Event
Nate Diaz's absence from competing in MMA is expected to end soon, albeit against one of the toughest names at welterweight currently. UFC is currently aiming to book Diaz against undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of their September 10th pay-per-view card, per Brett Okamoto of ESPN. The fight has been verbally agreed … Continue reading UFC Aiming To Book Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev For UFC 279 Main Event
Kai Asakura Out of RIZIN 36 Main Event
RIZIN’s return to the Okinawa Arena in Okinawa, Japan later this week has suffered a loss. Former bantamweight champion Kai Asakura has been removed from his headlining bout this Saturday against Yang Ji-yong, per an announcement made by the promotion Thursday. The fight was scheduled to headline RIZIN 36 on July 2nd. Yang will remain … Continue reading Kai Asakura Out of RIZIN 36 Main Event
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