GLORY 107 delivered a historic main event at the RTM Stage in Rotterdam on April 25, 2026, as welterweight champion Chico Kwasi moved up in weight to capture the middleweight title. The 28-year-old Dutch fighter joined Alex Pereira as only the second double champion in GLORY history, defeating Donovan Wisse in a closely contested five-round
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The UFC has confirmed details for The Ultimate Fighter Season 34, set to premiere in June 2026 with two Hall of Fame inductees leading opposing teams. The reality competition series will feature dual divisions and a traditional house format when it launches on Paramount+ this summer. Season 34 Format and Premiere Details The Ultimate Fighter
BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing has secured two elite boxing prospects in their physical prime, signing brothers Fernando Vargas Jr. and Amado Vargas to multi-fight agreements. The move represents a strategic shift in the bare knuckle landscape, with proven boxers transitioning before the traditional end of their careers. Both fighters bring championship lineage as sons of
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Francis Ngannou intended to fulfill the remaining obligation on his Professional Fighters League contract before the promotion announced their separation earlier this month. The former UFC heavyweight champion has since been booked against Philipe Lins on May 16 for MVP’s inaugural MMA event in partnership with Netflix, but the heavyweight contender claims the split was
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Brian Ortega has provided candid details about his relationship with fellow UFC fighter Tracy Cortez, revealing how personal turmoil affected his professional performance and training camps. The featherweight contender’s statements offer insight into the intersection of personal life and fight preparation at the highest levels of mixed martial arts competition. Timeline of the Ortega-Cortez Relationship
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The UFC Winnipeg ceremonial weigh-ins confirmed all fighters for the April 18 event at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Canada. Former welterweight title contender Gilbert Burns meets Canadian prospect Mike Malott in the main event, with both fighters hitting the welterweight limit of 171 pounds. The card streams live on Paramount+ beginning at 5 p.m.
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UFC Vegas 115 delivered a main event between training partners and multiple technical performances across the card. Renato Moicano rebounded from consecutive losses with a submission victory over Chris Duncan, while Virna Jandiroba used consistent grappling to decision Tabatha Ricci in the co-main event. The April 4, 2026 card at the UFC Apex showcased several
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The mixed martial arts landscape is undergoing a significant shift in its approach to matchmaking and promotional strategy. While the UFC maintains its traditional tournament-style rankings system, competing organizations are increasingly adopting spectacle-driven booking methods that prioritize commercial appeal over competitive merit. This analysis examines whether MMA is following boxing’s trajectory toward entertainment-first matchmaking. The
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Former UFC strawweight Josefine Knutsson returns to competition at OKTAGON 87 on April 25th, facing Mileide Simplicio in a pivotal bout following her release from the promotion. The Swedish fighter, who holds an 8-1 record, opens up about her organizational transitions and strategic approach to her European debut. Career Overview and Recent Developments Josefine Knutsson
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In Muay Thai, the clinch is not a stalling tactic. It is a complete fighting system where many bouts are won and lost. This guide breaks down the six essential clinch grips, the offensive weapons available from each position, and the tactical principles that separate dominant clinch fighters from everyone else. Mastering the clinch requires
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