Reinier de Ridder, the Dutch fighter renowned for his successful tenure at ONE Championship, has officially signed on with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), marking a transformative shift in his career. Scheduled to make his UFC debut against veteran Gerald Meerschaert at an upcoming Fight Night event in Las Vegas on November 9, de Ridder
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As we look back on the exciting month of August 2024 in the world of MMA, there were several impressive submissions that caught the attention of fans and experts alike. From comeback victories to technical headlock finishes, the submissions showcased a range of skills and strategies employed by the fighters. Let’s take a closer look
The UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance payouts for the recent UFC on ESPN 62 event have been revealed, with fighters taking home a total of $166,500. This program, which encompasses various aspects such as outfitting requirements and media obligations, has replaced the previous system of payments under the UFC Athlete Outfitting Policy. Let’s delve deeper into
The UFC recently awarded four fighters with bonuses following the event on Saturday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Among the winners were Caio Borralho and Jared Cannonier, who delivered a thrilling fight in the main event. Borralho’s victory over Cannonier in a unanimous decision not only showcased his skill and determination but also
The UFC middleweight division has always been synonymous with Anderson Silva, the former champion known for his incredible finishing abilities. However, at UFC on ESPN 62 in Las Vegas, Gerald Meerschaert made history by surpassing Silva for the most finishes in UFC middleweight history with 12. This achievement is a significant milestone for the 36-year-old
Gerald Meerschaert and Edmen Shahbazyan are set to face off in a middleweight bout in the upcoming UFC event. Meerschaert, with a record of 36-17 (11-9 UFC), brings in a wealth of experience from his 20 appearances in the UFC. Known for his submission skills, Meerschaert has secured 10 out of his 11 UFC wins
Edmen Shahbazyan is gearing up to face Gerald Meerschaert in what promises to be an electrifying matchup at UFC on ESPN 62. Both fighters have a reputation for finishing their opponents, setting the stage for an action-packed showdown in the Octagon. While some may see the fight as a classic striker vs. grappler encounter, Shahbazyan
Gerald Meerschaert is gearing up to face Edmen Shahbazyan in the upcoming UFC on ESPN 62 main card opener. Despite criticisms of Shahbazyan’s cardio in the past, Meerschaert is not banking on his opponent slowing down during the fight. Meerschaert believes that Shahbazyan will bring the fight throughout without backing down when the going gets
The highly anticipated UFC event on ESPN 62 will feature a main event showdown between Jared Cannonier and Caio Borralho. Cannonier, with a record of 17-7 MMA and 10-7 UFC, has been making waves in the middleweight division since 2018. He holds the record for the most significant strikes landed in a single UFC middleweight