The anticipated $335 million settlement between the UFC and current and former athletes hit a roadblock when U.S. District Judge Richard Boulware denied preliminary approval on Tuesday. This decision raises questions about the future of the antitrust lawsuit that was initially filed in 2014. With the settlement off the table, the lawsuit is set to
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In a stunning turn of events, Tom Aspinall showed the world why he is truly a force to be reckoned with in the UFC. With his victory over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304, Aspinall not only defended his interim heavyweight championship but also solidified his spot as a top contender in the division. The swift
The highly anticipated UFC 306 at The Sphere in Las Vegas on Sept. 14 will feature two thrilling title fights. Bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley is set to defend his title against the tough contender Merab Dvalishvili, while women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso will face off against the formidable Valentina Shevchenko in a trilogy fight. These
The stage is set for an intense battle at UFC 304 in Manchester, England, as champion Tom Aspinall prepares to defend his interim heavyweight title against challenger Curtis Blaydes. The stakes are high, with UFC president Dana White confirming that the winner of this fight will go on to face the winner of the upcoming
Recently, the Association of Boxing Commissions and Combative Sports made a decision that has sparked a lot of debate in the world of mixed martial arts. The ruling to remove the ban on “12-6 elbows” has left many in the MMA community divided on whether this was the right move. History of the Rule The
Patchy Mix, the reigning Bellator bantamweight champion, is gearing up to defend his title against Leandro Higo in the main event of the upcoming Bellator Champions Series in Paris. Mix, with a record of 20-1, is looking to make a statement after a lackluster split decision victory in his last fight. This will be Mix’s
On Saturday night, Virna Jandiroba showcased her skills in a spectacular manner by submitting Amanda Lemos via armbar in the main event of UFC Fight Night. With this victory, Jandiroba extended her win streak to four and solidified her position as a top contender in the strawweight division. Throughout the fight, Jandiroba displayed her dominance
Conor McGregor, the former UFC two-division champion, has been making headlines not just for his fighting skills but also for his business ventures. McGregor recently announced that he is a co-owner of the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships (BKFC) and expressed interest in becoming a “player/manager” once his UFC contract expires. This move indicates that McGregor
Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges stemming from a drug test at his New Mexico home where he was accused of being hostile. During a virtual hearing, Jones appeared with his attorney and entered the pleas on his behalf. The charges included assault and interference with communication in connection
Recently, Nate Diaz filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Miami claiming that he is owed $9 million by promoter Solomon Engel and his company, Fanmio. Diaz alleges that he had a prior agreement with Engel and Fanmio to be paid $10 million for his fight against Jorge Masvidal, with $1 million paid upfront
In a dominating performance, Rose Namajunas showcased her superior striking and grappling skills to shut down Tracy Cortez in the main event of UFC Fight Night. The fight, which took place at the sold-out Ball Arena in Denver, was a home game for Namajunas, who has been residing in Denver for the past decade. The
After his triumphant victory at UFC 303, Alex Pereira is already looking ahead to his fighting future. The light heavyweight champion has expressed his desire to defend his title in his next fight and has a target date in mind for his return. Despite nursing two broken toes, Pereira is optimistic about making his comeback