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An action shot inside a white-roped MMA ring showing fighter Dzhabir Dzhabrailov landing a heavy right-handed punch directly to the jaw of Chase Mann. Chase Mann's head is recoiling from the impact, causing sweat and spray to fly into the air. Both fighters are shirtless, wearing black ONE Championship gloves and fight shorts, surrounded by a crowded stadium and ring officials in the background.

PFL Chicago Weigh-In Results: Pettis vs McKee Official for April 11 Card

Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team PFL Chicago concluded its official weigh-ins on April 10, 2026, with all main event fighters successfully making weight for the April 11 card at Wintrust Arena. The event features a bantamweight main event between No. 1-ranked Sergio Pettis and undefeated prospect […]

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Dzhabir Dzhabrailov Defeats Chase Mann by First-Round Knockout at ONE Fight Night 42

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Turkish prospect Dzhabir Dzhabrailov handed Chase Mann his first professional loss with a first-round knockout in the welterweight main event at ONE Fight Night 42 in Bangkok, Thailand. The 21-year-old prospect survived an early knockdown to deliver a decisive left hook

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A medium close-up shot of UFC fighter Khamzat Chimaev speaking into a microphone at a press conference. He has a shaved head, a prominent dark beard, and is wearing a black UFC t-shirt. He sits in front of a black UFC branded backdrop. A lower-third graphic reads, "Khamzat Chimaev Says He Doesn’t Think About Legacy, Prioritizes Money and Fighting."

Khamzat Chimaev Says He Doesn’t Think About Legacy, Prioritizes Money and Fighting

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev recently stated that legacy is not a driving factor in his career. The undefeated fighter emphasized that he focuses on the immediate rewards of competing rather than historical significance. This perspective reflects a broader shift in

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UFC referee raising the arm of Mason Jones in victory after defeating Axel Sola at UFC London, with both fighters showing visible facial swelling and exhaustion in the Octagon.

Mason Jones Defeats Axel Sola in UFC London Preliminary Headliner Fight of the Night Performance

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Last Updated: May 2025 | Reading Time: 6 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team UFC Fight Night 270 in London delivered an exceptional preliminary card headlined by Mason Jones versus Axel Sola in a welterweight clash that showcased elite striking exchanges and relentless offensive volume. The Welsh fighter earned a unanimous decision victory while other

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A female grappler in a grey rash guard and black shorts applying the "Macarena Turnover" on a male opponent in a white judogi who is in a turtle position on blue and grey gym mats.

The Macarena Turnover: A Cross-Discipline Turtle Attack for Wrestling, Judo, and BJJ

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Last Updated: January 2025 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Turtle position attacks remain a critical skill gap for many grapplers across disciplines. The Macarena Turnover offers a systematic approach to transitioning from turtle defense to dominant position, with applications in wrestling, judo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu competition formats. Understanding the Macarena

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A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner in a white gi and a catch wrestler in no-gi gear engage in a standing grapple on a circular mat inside a gritty, industrial-style gym while a coach observes with a clipboard.

What Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Can Learn from Catch Wrestling Training Methods

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Last Updated: March 2026 | Reading Time: 6 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Catch wrestling originated as a brutal discipline for resolving conflicts on the American frontier and evolved into one of the most respected spectator sports before modern combat athletics emerged. The technical principles and training approaches developed through catch wrestling offer practical

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UFC No Rules Royale Announcement Analysis: Satirical Event Concept Breakdown

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team The UFC made headlines with an announcement that captured significant attention across social media and combat sports communities. The promotion revealed a concept called “No Rules Royale,” advertised as a 100-fighter, single-elimination event with minimal regulations. While presented as a legitimate

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UFC fighter Natan Levy, wearing a red and black athletic outfit, demonstrates a grappling and takedown technique on a partner during a combat training seminar. A group of US Army soldiers in camouflage uniforms stand and sit in a gymnasium, watching the demonstration closely.

UFC Veteran Natan Levy Conducts Combat Training Seminar for US Army Soldiers at Fort Irwin

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team UFC lightweight veteran Natan Levy recently spent a weekend training with soldiers at the US Army National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California. The Israeli mixed martial artist joined a delegation of combat sports professionals to deliver specialized martial arts instruction,

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An MMA action shot inside the PFL SmartCage. One fighter with a beard stands over his opponent, controlling the position while wearing PFL gloves. The bottom fighter lies flat on his back, using his legs to guard. A referee in a black polo shirt stands in the foreground watching the action.

Gadzhi Rabadanov Returns Against Aleksandr Chizov in PFL Sioux Falls Co-Main Event

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Last Updated: April 2025 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Former PFL lightweight champion Gadzhi Rabadanov will attempt to bounce back from his first loss in over two years when he meets PFL Europe champion Aleksandr Chizov in the co-main event of PFL Sioux Falls. The Professional Fighters League confirmed the

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A UFC fighter in red trunks lies on the canvas mat inside the Octagon, leaning on one arm with an expression of pain. Standing near him is an opponent in white UFC trunks, and veteran referee Herb Dean looks down at the grounded fighter. The chain-link cage wall fills the background.

Alexandre Pantoja Explains Split-Second Arm Dislocation and Stoppage at UFC 323

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Last Updated: April 2026 | Reading Time: 4 minutes | Author: ExpertFighter Editorial Team Alexandre Pantoja’s UFC 323 title defense ended in just 26 seconds when his arm dislocated after hitting the canvas. The flyweight champion has now detailed exactly what happened during those frantic moments and why he signaled for referee Herb Dean to

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