03: Fedor Emelianenko Takes Down ‘Big Nog’

Date: March 16, 2003 Event: Pride 25: Body Blow Heading into 2003, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was on top of the world. An unreal 13-fight winning streak took him to the top of Pride FC, where he held a heavyweight title. In a time where Pride was snagging some of the more elite heavyweight names and … Continue reading Throwback Thursday 03/16/03: Fedor Emelianenko Takes Down ‘Big Nog’ →

Usman Nurmagomedov Takes Decision Nod Over Alexander Shabliy To Defend Bellator Lightweight Belt

Undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov extended his reign as Bellator Lightweight Champion on Saturday night, going the distance against a hesitant Alexander Shabliy to win on scorecards. Nurmagomedov's win headlined Bellator's first American show in nearly a year, a card from the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California. Nurmagomedov out-worked Shabliy in a methodical five-round clash, connecting … Continue reading Usman Nurmagomedov Takes Decision Nod Over Alexander Shabliy To Defend Bellator Lightweight Belt →

Benson Henderson, Chris Avila Among Talents Added To One-Night Boxing Tournament

UFC and Bellator veteran Benson Henderson will make his boxing debut as part of a one-night tournament next month. Henderson has entered into a four-man bracket hosted by Misfits Boxing on September 14th from the Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle, England. Competing at the limit of 175 pounds, he will fight for up to three … Continue reading Benson Henderson, Chris Avila Among Talents Added To One-Night Boxing Tournament →

PFL Confirms 2024 Light Heavyweight, Lightweight Finalists

Two-thirds of PFL's 2024 championship bouts were confirmed by Friday evening, as light heavyweight and lightweight talents worked past the semi-final portion of their playoff brackets from the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, USA. At light heavyweight, a former champ set up a potential back-to-back title year with a victory in the main event. … Continue reading PFL Confirms 2024 Light Heavyweight, Lightweight Finalists →

Invicta FC To Crown New Atomweight Champion At September 20th Card

The first atomweight Invicta FC champion in nearly a year will be crowned at the promotion's September 20th card in Kansas City, Kansas, USA. Rising Brazilian talents Elisandra Ferreira and Andressa Romero are expected to meet in the main event of a card from the Memorial Hall, competing for the promotion's currently vacant 105-pound title. … Continue reading Invicta FC To Crown New Atomweight Champion At September 20th Card →

Knockdown News on Indefinite Pause

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 →

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 →