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From left to right, UFC fighters Conor McGregor, Amanda Nunes, Israel Adesanya, and Valentina Shevchenko pose together on the red carpet at the 96th Academy Awards. Conor McGregor is wearing a classic black tuxedo with a black bow tie. Amanda Nunes smiles in a sparkling, sleeveless gold gown. Israel Adesanya stands tall in a black tuxedo and bow tie, with his arm around Valentina Shevchenko, who wears a tailored black suit jacket. In the background, media photographers, red carpet curtains, a large sign reading "96th Academy Awards," and a giant golden Oscar statue are visible.

Which UFC Fighters Have the Best Chance to Win an Academy Award for Acting

The crossover between combat sports and Hollywood has intensified in recent years. Several UFC fighters have made the leap from the Octagon to the big screen, raising a practical question for those analyzing athlete career trajectories: which fighters possess the technical skills, screen presence, and discipline to potentially earn an Academy Award? This analysis examines […]

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Two Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners, a Black man and an Asian man, engaged in a technical ground struggle during a competition. Both are wearing white gis with black belts. The match is taking place on a blue and red mat in a large arena with spectators in the background.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a Tool for Community Empowerment in Africa

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Last Updated: May 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Brazilian jiu-jitsu serves purposes far beyond competition and self-defense. A practitioner known as Shiggi is leveraging the art to address social challenges facing young women in Africa through a community-focused dojo project. This initiative combines martial arts training with broader community

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Undefeated MMA fighter Micah Haas (right) and UFC flyweight Tatsuro Taira (left) sparring in an MMA gym. Haas is throwing a punch while Taira maintains a defensive stance. Both athletes are wearing UFC-branded gloves and shin guards.

Undefeated Micah Haas Talks Elevated Training Camp with Tatsuro Taira Ahead of WXC 100 Title Fight

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Undefeated flyweight prospect Micah Haas prepares for the biggest test of his professional career with a title fight against Jake Scott at WXC 100 on April 11th. The 7-0 fighter has significantly elevated his training camp by working alongside elite UFC

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Conor McGregor in a boxing ring wearing white headgear, white and green trunks, and green boxing gloves. He is facing opponent Barry Nolan during an exhibition match at Crumlin Boxing Club in Dublin. A referee stands between them as fans watch from the sidelines.

Conor McGregor Participates in Exhibition Boxing Match at Dublin Gym

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Last Updated: May 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Former UFC two-division champion Conor McGregor recently participated in an exhibition boxing match at the Crumlin Boxing Club in Dublin, Ireland. Video footage from the three-round bout shows McGregor forcing two standing eight counts against his opponent during the Friday event.

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Professional fighter Taylor Starling posing in a boxing ring. She is a blonde woman with extensive tattoos, wearing a black Killa Bee sports bra and smiling with her tongue out.

Taylor Starling vs Marisol Ruelas Set for Blood4Blood Bare Knuckle Debut

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Last Updated: May 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship has finalized the fight card for its inaugural Blood4Blood event on May 6, 2026, at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. The card features a high-profile women’s matchup between two-time BKFC women’s world title challenger Taylor

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A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in a white gi applies a Kimura grip from the top position to pass his opponent's half guard. Both athletes are focused, with the bottom player attempting to frame while the top player uses the armlock threat to clear the legs.

Using the Kimura to Pass Half Guard in BJJ: A Technical Breakdown

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Last Updated: April2026 | Reading Time: 5 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team The Kimura grip functions as more than a submission threat in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. When used strategically from top half guard, it becomes a control mechanism that immobilizes the opponent and creates a clear pathway to side control. This technique combines submission pressure

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A male UFC instructor in black athletic gear demonstrates a grip-fighting technique on a female trainee in olive drab fatigues. They are on blue mats in a classroom at the Quantico Training Academy, surrounded by other law enforcement students. A projector screen in the background reads "Joint Training Seminar: Combat Sports Fundamentals + Officer Safety."

UFC Partners with FBI for Unprecedented Training Seminar at Quantico Academy

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team The UFC has announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, bringing elite fighters to the FBI Special Agent Academy in Quantico, Virginia. This two-day training seminar represents an unprecedented intersection between professional mixed martial arts and federal law

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A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in a white gi controls an opponent from the technical mount position, transitioning into a collar choke. A black-belt instructor watches from the background in a modern martial arts academy.

6 High-Percentage Gi Chokes From Technical Mount in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 7 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team The technical mount is one of the most versatile and dominant positions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. From this position, you have control over your opponent’s movement while remaining highly mobile, making it ideal for setting up submissions. Gi chokes are particularly effective

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8 Simple Nutrition Hacks for Combat Athletes to Maximize Performance

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Last Updated: April 2025 | Reading Time: 7 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Combat athletes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, and MMA depend on more than technical skill and conditioning. Proper nutrition provides the foundation for sustained performance, recovery, and competitive longevity. Without adequate fuel, even the most technically proficient fighters experience

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A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor points to an athlete's arm while explaining grappling concepts. The image features digital overlays identifying "Frames" on the elbow, "Posts" on the hand on the mat, and "Hooks" on the feet, demonstrating how to break through stalemates during a live roll.

The “What Limbs Do I Have Left” Concept: Breaking Through BJJ Stalemates

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Last Updated: April 2025 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team When you hit a wall in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, whether stuck in a submission attempt or trapped in a defensive position, the solution often comes down to a simple question: which limbs are still free? This tactical framework, known as the “What

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