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Attorneys Reveal Why UFC Settlement Fighter Payouts Are Stalled
Lawyers for the plaintiffs in the UFC antitrust settlement confirmed that most of the $375 million fund have been paid. Over 90% of the eligible roster has been compensated, although small group of fighters remains in “limbo.” The settlement—which specifically addresses the Le v. Zuffa class of athletes who fought for the promotion between 2010 […]
Harrison Slams Rousey For Exaggerating Past Achievements
UFC Bantamweight Champion Kayla Harrison (19-1) took aim at Ronda Rousey, calling her out for exaggerating her achievements. Harrison, who is currently recovering from neck surgery, called Rousey’s recent promotional stories as “a blatant f—ing lie” ahead of Ronda’s May 16 MMA fight against Gina Carano. Both women were members of the United States Women’s […]
UFC Fight Night – Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev vs Brendson Ribiero: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: https://x.com/i/status/2030047584283217980 The light heavyweight matchup between Abdul-Rakhman Yakhyaev and Brendson Ribeiro is a compelling clash on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card. Yakhyaev (8-0) enters the fight as a physically imposing and grappling-oriented fighter. Like many athletes from wrestling-heavy backgrounds, his approach is built on control, pressure, and positional dominance. Ribeiro (17-9, 1 […]
UFC Fight Night – Virna Jandiroba vs Tabatha Ricci: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The strawweight bout between Virna Jandiroba and Tabatha Ricci is one of the most intriguing grappling matchups in the division. Jandiroba (22-4) has built her reputation as one of the most suffocating ground specialists in the division. Her approach is rooted in control, patience, and positional dominance. Ricci (12-3), however, is not […]
UFC Fight Night – Renato Moicano vs Chris Duncan: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: UFC The lightweight clash between Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan is a compelling matchup that is the main event for this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card. Moicano (20-7-1) has long been regarded as one of the most skilled and well-rounded fighters in the UFC’s lightweight division. Duncan (15-2), however, brings a very different […]
Conor Benn Reveals All On Leaving Matchroom – ‘Change Is Never Comfortable'
Conor Benn ended his decade-long partnership with Matchroom Boxing, labeling it the best move for his family. Leaving Eddie Hearn, the promoter who guided him from his professional debut to stardom, was a move Benn described as “heart-wrenching” but ultimately necessary. The 29-year-old welterweight has now signed a lucrative one-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing. Reports […]
Nate Diaz Declined McGregor Trilogy
Nate Diaz revealed that he declined a UFC offer because it was contingent on a trilogy bout with Conor McGregor. Diaz, who inspired the creation of the BMF Title in 2019, wants to reclaim what he considers “his” belt. Charles Oliveira, who became the fourth BMF champion in history by defeating Max Holloway at UFC […]
Joe Pyfer On His Mental Health Struggles – ‘It Was A Very Dark Day For Me'
Joe Pyfer turned his greatest achievement into a plea for mental health awareness following his win over Israel Adesanya at UFC Seattle last weekend. Pyfer stood in the center of the Octagon and revealed that he was “seconds away” from taking his own life just weeks before the fight. Pyfer is now a Top 5 […]
Chimaev And Johnson Showcase Elite Grappling
Undefeated UFC Middleweight Champion Khamzat Chimaev and former flyweight king Demetrious Johnson engaged in a high-level submission wrestling session. Chimaev welcomed Johnson to his California training base. The meeting came just three days after Johnson was officially announced as the newest inductee into the UFC Hall of Fame Class of 2026 during the UFC Seattle […]
Arman Stuns Fans By ‘Choking' Crocodile
Arman Tsarukyan swapped the Octagon for the Florida swamps, taking part in a viral Everglades excursion alongside influencers N3on and Nina Drama. The trio visited Everglades Holiday Park, where Tsarukyan confronted a massive crocodile. Tsarukyan came face-to-face with a large crocodile named “Godzilla.” While perched on its back, Tsarukyan jokingly checked with park experts to […]
Lauren Price Vs. Stephanie Aquino Predictions – ‘Going To Win By KO'
Lauren Price puts her WBA, WBC, IBF, IBO, and Ring Magazine welterweight titles on the line against Stephanie Aquino, as fans picked their winner. Price enters the bout following a “masterclass” performance in March 2025, where she dismantled Natasha Jonas to unify at 147. This April 4 outing is more than a title defense; it […]
Deontay Wilder Vs. Derek Chisora Predictions – ‘The Fight Is Black And White'
On April 4, Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora will face off as pros picked their winner. After a turbulent period that saw him lose four of his last five outings, Wilder has spent the last year undergoing a total mental and physical overhaul. Wilder has appointed Don House. Wilder officially snapped his losing streak on […]
Roy Jones Jr. Apologizes For His Controversial Corner Instructions
Roy Jones Jr. has addressed the fallout from his corner instructions to Kevin Newman II, which has since become a viral talking point across social media. The tension peaked during the early stages of Newman’s super middleweight battle against Elijah Garcia. Sensing his fighter was being too passive and allowing Garcia to dictate, Jones delivered […]
Zayas Vs. Ennis Unification Confirmed
Unified 154-lb champion Xander Zayas will put his titles on the line against the undefeated Jaron Ennis. The event is set for June 27 from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Zayas secured his first world title last July, dominating Jorge Garcia in a masterclass performance to claim the vacant WBO title. Zayas then became the […]
Topuria's Rise To A UFC Champ – ‘I'm Truly Grateful'
As he prepares for the UFC Freedom 250 event on June 14, lightweight champ Ilia Topuria opened up about the fractured childhood that built his “unbreakable” fighting spirit. Long before he became one of only 11 fighters to conquer two weight classes in the UFC, Topuria’s life was a masterclass in resilience. Born in Germany […]
Viddal Riley vs Mateusz Masternak: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The cruiserweight bout between Viddal Riley and Mateusz Masternak is a classic step-up fight that will test the British fighter’s level. Riley (13-0, 7 KO’s) has been steadily building his reputation as one of Britain’s most promising cruiserweights. Known for his composed demeanor and technical skill set, Riley brings a modern, […]
Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora: Preview & Betting Tips
Image Credit: Queensberry Promotions The heavyweight clash between Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora is one of the most explosive and unpredictable matchups in the heavyweight division despite their ages. Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KO’s) is widely regarded as one of the hardest punchers in boxing history. The former WBC heavyweight champion has built his career on […]
Keith Thurman Will Not Retire
Keith Thurman is not reaching its final chapter just yet, despite a sixth-round TKO defeat at the hands of WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora. The end came at the 1:17 mark of the sixth round when referee Thomas Taylor stepped in to protect a bloodied Thurman, who was absorbing a heavy barrage of punches […]
Charlo Wants Fundora Next
Jermell Charlo has called out WBC Junior Middleweight Champion Sebastian Fundora. Charlo, who has remained sidelined since his move to 168 lbs to face Canelo Alvarez in 2023, was a prominent ringside figure at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Following Fundora’s sixth-round demolition of Keith Thurman, Charlo wasted no time asserting his claim to the […]
Demetrious Johnson Set For UFC Hall Of Fame Induction
Demetrious Johnson will be inducted this July during International Fight Week in Las Vegas into the UFC Hall of Fame. Johnson’s career is a blueprint for success, beginning with his win at UFC 152, where he was crowned the organization’s first-ever flyweight champion. What followed was a six-year reign. Between 2012 and 2017, Johnson successfully […]