The UFC over the years has bowed down to the former champ champ Conor McGregor giving him everything he has ever wanted, or in some cases demanded from them. And why not, he has proven to be the ultimate cash cow for them. Breaking record after record for PPV purchases and live gates, it made sense for their business. Even though many fans, fighters, and members of the media … [Read more...] about Don’t Give In To McGregor vs Give McGregor What He Wants: Make Up Your Minds
Dana White
UFC on ESPN+35 Official Scorecards: Some Scores Baffle Me
Judging in MMA as we all know is fairly consistent. However, I am amazed that three judges can look at the same fight, and come up with different scores! Judging has been, and will always be subjective. One judge may put more weight on groundwork, whereas his contemporaries may not, and vice-versa. On this night Judge Sal D'Amato scored the main event 49-46 for the winner … [Read more...] about UFC on ESPN+35 Official Scorecards: Some Scores Baffle Me
Ladies Night: It’s Time For A UFC Card Featuring Only Women
In February 2013, Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche made history as the 1st two women to fight in the vaunted Octagon of the UFC, a true moment in history that changed the world of mixed martial arts. It wasn't something many ever expected to see since UFC President Dana White not long before had shot down the idea of women competing in the octagon anytime a reporter stuck a … [Read more...] about Ladies Night: It’s Time For A UFC Card Featuring Only Women
UFC Vegas 9: Weigh-In Results and Face-off Pictures
Tomorrow night The UFC Apex is back in business as a 9 fight card is locked and loaded for an exclusive night of fights on ESPN+. Headlined by perennial contender Alistair Overeem(46-18-0) as he takes on a tough up and comer in Augusto Sakai(15-1-1) who is riding a 6-fight winning streak, plus 8 more fights on the card that at least on paper, look like exciting matchups! I am … [Read more...] about UFC Vegas 9: Weigh-In Results and Face-off Pictures
Santos vs Teixeira Cancelled As Teixeira Tests Positive For Covid
Breaking news: The highly anticipated fight between Thiago Santos and Glover Teixeira has fallen victim to the pandemic as Teixeira as tested positive for COVID-19.( first reported by ESPN and Combate) In a fight that definitely had title implications for both men, now both must wait as this bout is expected to be rebooked as soon as Teixeira is cleared of the … [Read more...] about Santos vs Teixeira Cancelled As Teixeira Tests Positive For Covid