Muhammad Mokaev will have to do some negotiating after his big contender clash with Manel Kape at UFC 304 this weekend (Sat., July 27, 2024). The Flyweight division has seen an influx of intriguing match ups and talent since Alexandre Pantoja began his reign in July 2023. Amongst the youngest rising stars in the mix …
It’s been over two years since we last saw Francis Ngannou in mixed martial arts (MMA) action. Ngannou is anticipated to make a comeback to the sport that he gained recognition in and make his first appearance for the Professional Fighters League (PFL) in 2024. After joining the promotion in early 2023, the former Ultimate …
After much debate, one of the more controversial rules in mixed martial arts (MMA) has finally been authorized for elimination. Ariel Helwani confirmed today (Tues., July 23, 2024) that the illegal 12-to-6 elbow strike will no longer be illegal as it’s been approved to change by the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC). The strike will …
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Paddy Pimblett isn’t going anywhere. UFC 304 features the return of England’s favorite “Baddy” when he battles King Green (formerly Bobby) this weekend (Sat., July 27, 2024). However, the 29-year-old Pimblett raised some alarms throughout the combat sports community when he revealed he’ll be a free agent after the clash. The Lightweight prospect noted how …
Patchy Mix will attempt to secure his second title defense of the Bellator Bantamweight title as he has been booked to headlined the upcoming Bellator Paris event opposite Leandro Higo on Nov. 26, 2024 inside Adidas Arena in Paris, France. Mix was last seen defeating Magomed Magomedov via split-decision this past May, also in Paris, …
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UFC middleweight Khamzat Chimaev, who somehow holds a spot in the Top 15 of the official 185-pound rankings, was too sick to fight Robert Whittaker last month in Saudi Arabia. Fortunately for Hype Reality, which is being called the Russian version of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), “Borz” was still able to meet his commitments for …
Canelo Alvarez, the renowned boxing superstar, is in the final stages of preparing for his upcoming super middleweight title defense on Mexican Independence Day. The highly anticipated event is set to take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, within the prestigious T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alvarez’s opponent is expected to be none other …
MMA Mania brings you Sound & Pound, an original podcast featuring previews, recaps, lists, prospects, and a Q&A. Oh, and a cool movie club. All brought to you by yours truly, Alex Behunin and Drake Riggs. This week, we’ll answer fan questions, preview UFC 304 and Super RIZIN 3, and review Longlegs (2024), and discuss …
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Michael Bisping is replacing Joe Rogan. Rogan doesn’t travel for international pay-per-view (PPV) events, paving the way for “The Count” to join the UFC 304 broadcast desk this Sat. night (July 27) at Co-op Live in Manchester, England. Bisping will provide color commentary alongside play-by-play man Jon Anik and fellow ex-champion Daniel Cormier. That’s according …
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Whoever designed Paddy Pimblett’s new shorts must have a Good sense of Humor. “The Baddy” will rock orange and white trunks for his lightweight showdown against King Green, part of the UFC 304 pay-per-view (PPV) lineup on Sat. night (July 27, 2024) at Co-op Live in Manchester, England, now available through Venum. In addition, reigning …
