Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, has made a significant announcement regarding the expansion of sports entertainment in the country. A “strategic agreement” has been signed between Riyadh Season and the UFC, signaling a promising partnership that aims to bring major UFC events to Riyadh. Alalshikh revealed plans to host a
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The UFC has officially rebooked the anticipated bantamweight bout between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov for UFC Fight Night in Abu Dhabi. This matchup is set to headline the event on August 3rd at the Etihad Arena, creating buzz among MMA fans worldwide. Cory Sandhagen, with a record of 17-4, is determined to secure a
In a spectacular showdown at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Alexandre Pantoja faced off against the formidable Steve Erceg in the main event of UFC 301. Fighting in front of his home crowd, Pantoja showcased his experience, grappling skills, and determination as he went head-to-head with a tough opponent in Erceg. Despite
After nearly 19 years in mixed martial arts and 30 appearances in the Octagon, UFC welterweight Matt Brown has announced his retirement from the sport. At 43 years old, Brown made the decision to step away from fighting and focus on serving others and building businesses that can make a positive impact on the community
Francis Ngannou, former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer, faced an unimaginable tragedy as he publicly mourned the death of his 15-month-old son, Kobe. In a heartfelt tribute shared on all his social media platforms, Ngannou expressed his disbelief and sorrow at the loss of his beloved son. The pain and confusion in his words
Heading back to Brazil for UFC 301, the event may not boast the same star power as its predecessor, UFC 300, but it still promises some exciting matchups. The main event features UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja defending his title against Steve Erceg, the UFC’s No. 10 ranked flyweight. Erceg, despite being an unlikely challenger
In a thrilling battle of flyweights, Alex Perez delivered a stunning second-round knockout of Matheus Nicolau in the main event of UFC Fight Night at the UFC Apex. Ranked No. 8 by the UFC, Perez’s victory was not only impressive but also crucial in his journey towards title contention. This victory came after Manel Kape
The upcoming Bellator MMA event in Paris has experienced a setback with undefeated lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov withdrawing from his title defense against Alexander Shabliy due to an unspecified injury. This news comes as a disappointment to fans who were eagerly anticipating Nurmagomedov’s return to the octagon after a six-month suspension. It was reported that
WWE, in collaboration with the UFC, has disclosed that NXT Battleground is scheduled to occur at the UFC Apex on June 9 in Las Vegas. This event will mark a groundbreaking moment as it is the first WWE event to be held at the 130,000-square foot state-of-the-art production facility, known for hosting UFC Fight Night
Magomed Umalatov showcased his unbeaten record in the PFL SmartCage with a dominant performance against former Bellator MMA welterweight champion Andrey Koreshkov. Umalatov’s flawless 15-0 record speaks volumes about his skill and ability to compete at the highest level. Despite his impressive streak, Umalatov has faced challenges with visa issues preventing him from participating in
In a recent turn of events, a lawsuit has been filed against Nate Diaz stemming from an altercation that took place nearly a year ago in New Orleans. The incident, which resulted in Diaz being arrested and charged with second-degree battery in April 2023, involved him applying a chokehold to amateur MMA fighter Rodney Peterson,
The highly anticipated PFL Regular Season for Welterweights and Featherweights kicks off at Wintrust Arena in Chicago with a captivating main event between Andrey Koreshkov and Magomed Umalatov. Koreshkov, riding a five-fight win streak, faces off against the undefeated PFL veteran Umalatov. While Koreshkov secured a victory over Lorenz Larkin in his last fight in