Dakota Ditcheva’s recent performance in the PFL flyweight finals has left no room for doubt regarding her skill level in mixed martial arts. With a perfect record of 13-0, Ditcheva showcased her talent by securing a first-round TKO victory over Jena Bishop. Despite some critics questioning the level of competition Ditcheva has faced thus far,
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The PFL 2024 playoffs will consist of six weight classes and will be spread out over three fight cards in August. The main cards will be broadcasted on ESPN, while all the fights, including prelims, will be available for streaming on ESPN+. The playoffs will feature showcase bouts as well as fights between alternates to
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
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