Latest Updates Around The World
New York, NY – Flyweight contender Erin Blanchfield is in action at UFC 322, in a rematch that has been in the works for years. Since arriving in the UFC, Blanchfield (13-2) has been consistently asked about a rematch with Tracy Cortez after losing a split decision to her in 2019 under the Invicta FC […]
New York, NY – Wrestling versus Jiu-Jitsu was the storyline leading up to Rodolfo Vieira’s fight with Bo Nickal at UFC 322 this Saturday. But Vieira, who would be the BJJ side of that equation (with multiple BJJ World Championships and other wrestling titles), doesn’t quite see it that way. “Yes, everyone asks me about […]
New York, NY – It’s been more than a year since fight fans have seen Cody Haddon in action, but the Australian bantamweight finally returns this Saturday at UFC 322. It’s a big card, and a fairly high-profile opponent in Malcolm Wellmaker, who welcomes Haddon back to the bright lights of the UFC. It’s also […]
Joe Rogan has responded to UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey’s critical comments during a recent podcast appearance. UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey is undoubtedly one of the greatest fighters, male or female, to ever compete in the Octagon. She is a women’s MMA pioneer and was a superstar during her prime who revolutionized […]
Daniel Zellhuber Credit: Combate Global will head to Burbank, California and move production to Miami, pending a new broadcast deal with Estrella TV. Founded in 2011, Combate (formerly Combate Americas) is the brainchild of UFC co-founder Campbell McLaren, who serves as the company’s CEO. The promotion is aimed at the Latin American market and previously […]
Credit: Paramount Skydance Whether directly related or not, the UFC’s debut on Paramount+ in January will coincide with the streaming service increasing its price. As reported by VarietyWhile discussing its Q3 2025 numbers, Paramount noted that “continued investments in Paramount+ are increasing the value we deliver to consumers. To support these continued investments, we plan […]
Godofredo Pepey Credit: Gleidson Venga Former UFC featherweight Godofredo “Pepey” Castro was found dead in a Florida prison on Sunday. He was 38 years old. Castro (14-7) was held on domestic violence charges stemming from a June argument with his wife, Samara Mello. The TUF Brazil Season 1 veteran was arrested in Deerfield Beach, Florida, […]
Denis Puric enters enemy territory without fear and has plenty to prove. The hard-nosed striker will take on Japanese superstar Takeru Segawa at ONE 173 on November 15 in Tokyo, a clash that pits Puric’s relentless pressing and knockout power against one of the most decorated kickboxers in the world. For Puric it is not […]
Casey Kenney, UFC 254 media day Credit: Gabriel Gonzalez/Cageside Press Casey Kenney, a former UFC bantamweight who has not competed since his last fight with the promotion in 2021, has been sentenced to 180 days in prison following a kidnapping/assault incident in Arizona last year. According to records obtained by Cageside Press shortly after Kenney’s […]
Ryan Bader, official PFL vs. Bellator 2024 weigh-in in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Friday, February 23, 2024. (Cooper Neill / PFL & Bellator) RIZIN Fighting Federation’s annual New Year’s Eve show has been officially announced, with the RIZIN Super Powerhouse Festival taking place on December 31, 2025 at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. Included […]
