Similar to many regional Japanese MMA promotions, Shooto has been fast to sink their teeth into new events this year. Returning again on July 12th, Shooto will have a show at the Mielparque Hall Osaka in Osaka, Japan. The event is set to be held with a live audience, which is a change from their … Continue reading Shooto Japan Announces July 12th Event, Unveils Five Fights
UFC’s “Fight Island” Located In Abu Dhabi
"Fight Island," the venue where UFC plans to book its international talent is in Abu Dhabi. Per a report from Marcelo Barone and Raphael Marinho of Combate, the promotion plans to hold the events in the country, allowing it to be easier for international athletes to compete amid COVID-19 laws in place worldwide. The location … Continue reading UFC’s “Fight Island” Located In Abu Dhabi
UFC 250: Nunes vs. Spencer Live Coverage
UFC holds pay-per-view event "UFC 250" on Saturday night. Headlining the show, UFC Featherweight Champion Amanda Nunes will attempt to defend her belt against Felicia Spencer. Follow along throughout the night to get updates on the event, which takes place from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. A preview of the show can … Continue reading UFC 250: Nunes vs. Spencer Live Coverage
Alexander Gustafsson Comes Back From Year-Long Retirement To Fight Fabricio Werdum
Alexander Gustafsson is back in action, moving up to the heavyweight division to fight Fabricio Werdum. First reported by Raphael Marinho of Combate, the fight will join the July 25th show for UFC. In 2019, Gustafsson declared retirement from MMA after a loss to Jon Jones. The Swedish fighter spend his entire UFC career at light … Continue reading Alexander Gustafsson Comes Back From Year-Long Retirement To Fight Fabricio Werdum
UFC 250: Nunes vs. Spencer Preview
In their largest card since their initial return from a COVID-19 hiatus, UFC presents UFC 250 on Saturday. The headlining spot on the card showcases Amanda Nunes, the top women's pound-for-pound fighter, putting her UFC Featherweight Championship on the line against Felicia Spencer. Here's a preview of the evening to come. Click here to skip … Continue reading UFC 250: Nunes vs. Spencer Preview
UFC Lightweight Clash Between Hubbard and Solecki Set For June 20th
UFC's June 20th event has cracked double digits of bouts after Austin Hubbard and Joe Solecki were booked for the card. Reported by Nolan King and Farah Hannoun of MMA Junkie, the two lightweights will look to build on their still some-what early UFC careers. Hubbard made his UFC debut in 2019 after a couple … Continue reading UFC Lightweight Clash Between Hubbard and Solecki Set For June 20th
Complete UFC June 13th Show Unveiled
UFC's fight next on June 13th has had small fight announcements here and there, but was announced in full on Thursday evening. First reported by ESPN, the broadcaster for UFC, the show will be 10 fights in total, with the main card being five. A Look At The Main Card The already-known main event was … Continue reading Complete UFC June 13th Show Unveiled
Flashback Friday: UFC 32: Showdown in the Meadowlands
After a few events at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA for their past few shows, UFC travelled to East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA for UFC 32. Headlining the show, one of UFC's most dominant fighters at the time, Tito Ortiz, returned to fight rising light heavyweight Elvis Sinosic. Here's how … Continue reading Flashback Friday: UFC 32: Showdown in the Meadowlands
Flashback Friday: UFC 32: Showdown in the Meadowlands Play-by-Play
This is the play-by-play to accompany this week's Flashback Friday article. The main article can be viewed here. Quick Results: Prelims: Bout 1: Tony DeSouza def. Paul Rodriguez via Submission, Guillotine Choke Bout 2: Ricco Rodriguez def. Andrei Arlovski via TKO, Punches (RD 3, 1:23) Main Card: Bout 3: Vladimir Matyushenko def. Yuki Kondo via … Continue reading Flashback Friday: UFC 32: Showdown in the Meadowlands Play-by-Play
Ian Heinisch UFC 250 Bout Against Gerald Meerschaert Back On
After it was reported on Thursday that Ian Heinisch would not fight on UFC 250, plans have changed, and he is now back on in his fight versus Gerald Meerschaert. On Thursday night, Damon Martin of MMA Fighting reported that the fight was put back on. Reported by Aaron Bronsteter of TSN, what originally forced … Continue reading Ian Heinisch UFC 250 Bout Against Gerald Meerschaert Back On
