As the days wind down to the highly anticipated UFC 306 headliner, Merab Dvalishvili is shifting his focus from personal animosity towards Sean O’Malley to a tunnel vision approach. Despite his rocky start in the octagon with consecutive losses in 2017, Dvalishvili (17-4 MMA, 10-2 UFC) has worked relentlessly to earn a shot at the
Dana White’s choice to include Ronda Rousey in his MMA Mount Rushmore sparked controversy among fans and critics alike. However, White’s reasoning behind this decision sheds light on the significant impact Rousey had on the sport. As White pointed out, Rousey played a pivotal role in opening doors for women in MMA. Her dominance in
Tom Aspinall has taken a bold and aggressive approach towards UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones. His verbal attacks on Jones have not only captured the champion’s attention but have also raised eyebrows in the MMA community. Aspinall’s intention behind this strategy is clear – he wants to challenge the best in the division and prove
Sara Collins found herself immersed in the world of mixed martial arts on a fateful night at the Etihad Arena. As she watched UFC 193 unfold on the large hanging screens, little did she know that this experience would spark a new chapter in her life. Collins, then a judoka with no prior training in
The fight between Nicolle Caliari and Corinne LaFrambiose ended in a submission victory for Caliari in the first round. Despite the win, Caliari’s striking abilities were not showcased much in the fight, with most of her success coming from her submission skills. Her performance was graded as an A, indicating a high probability of her
In the recent broadcast of Dana White’s Contender Series 71, one of the scheduled fighters, Quemuel Ottoni, made a last-minute decision to withdraw from his fight against Kody Steele. This decision came as a surprise to many, including UFC matchmaker Sean Shelby, who had to deal with the abrupt change in plans. As a result
Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return against Michael Chandler at UFC 303 in July was postponed due to a broken pinky toe. McGregor hinted at a December comeback, but UFC CEO Dana White has made it clear that it won’t happen this year, suggesting early 2025 instead. Despite White’s timeline, McGregor’s longtime coach John Kavanagh believes
Dana White, the president of the UFC, has announced a groundbreaking new approach to fan engagement at the upcoming UFC 306 event at Sphere in Las Vegas. This event, headlined by a bantamweight title fight between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili, is set to revolutionize the way fans experience live sports entertainment. White revealed that
When it comes to discussing the impact and legacy of fighters in the MMA world, it is important to recognize not just their in-cage achievements, but also their character and demeanor outside of the octagon. One such fighter who has captured the respect and admiration of his peers is Demetrious Johnson. During the ONE 168
The UFC Apex in Las Vegas was the backdrop for Dana White’s Contender Series 70, where five thrilling fights took place. The event featured a mix of established veterans and up-and-coming prospects looking to make a name for themselves in the MMA world. Anchoring the broadcast were John Schriffen, Laura Sanko, and Paul Felder, who
Stephen Thompson, a seasoned veteran of the UFC, has expressed his desire to one day be recognized in the prestigious UFC Hall of Fame. Despite never capturing a UFC title, Thompson has had an illustrious career as a former two-time welterweight title challenger. With notable victories over former champions and title contenders, Thompson has certainly
Brandon Moreno, the talented UFC flyweight fighter, has responded to Henry Cejudo’s interest in moving back to the flyweight division for a potential fight between the two. Cejudo, a former champion in both the flyweight and bantamweight divisions, expressed his desire to compete at 125 pounds once again. Despite Cejudo mentioning Moreno as a potential