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  • Who’s Next for Islam Makhachev ..?

    November 19, 2025
    Islam Makhachev just won the main event at UFC 322 via unanimous decision to win the UFC Welterweight Championship and now that question who is next for Islam Makhachev.   🔎 Top Contenders to Watch as His Next Opponent Kamaru Usman Makhachev himself has mentioned Usman as a logical next challenge.   Usman is a former champ and a big name in the 170-lb division.   Michael Morales Morales got a lot of attention after […]

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  • Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov delivered yet another classic in Dubai - but the event was sullied by a shocking scorecard
    Hughes and Nurmagomedov duel again in Dubai desert classic
    October 3, 2025
    Ireland meets Dagestan for another desert dust-up  It turns out that some sequels are very much capable of living up to the original. Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov delivered yet another classic in the deserts of Dubai, putting on one of the best fights of the year. Both Irishman Hughes and Dagestan native Nurmagomedov met for the second time tonight – following their instant classic in the Coca-Cola arena in Dubai, UAE in January of […]
  • We're breaking down the winners and losers from UFC 314 in Miami, Florida
    UFC 314: Main winners and losers from mammoth Miami event
    April 15, 2025
    With the dust and the smoke settling, the events of Saturday night in Miami, Florida continue to be the topic of debate and discussion. Today, we’re breaking down and analysing some of the biggest winners and losers from the UFC’s Miami card on Saturday night. With that being said, let’s kick things off with the winners from UFC 314: Alexander Volkanovski might truly be ‘The Great(est)’ Saturday night saw some truly remarkable history being made […]
  • UFC Fight Night Tampa Staff Predictions
    December 14, 2024
    GOOD MORNING, FIGHT FANS! Ladies and gentlemen, we are back with another fantastic fight night from the UFC –  this time from Amelie Arena in Tampa, Florida. It is an event which sees the return of Colby “Chaos” Covington, who takes on Joaquin “New Mansa” Buckley in a titanic welterweight main event. With that in mind, the staff here at Fight Bananas are back with Round 2 of our event predictions. Read on to find […]
  • BREAKING NEWS: Conor McGregor GUILTY of Dublin R*** in 2018
    November 22, 2024
    UFC star Conor McGregor has been found civilly liable for raping a woman in a Dublin hotel in 2018, and has been fined 248,000 Euros (around $258,000). “Brutally r***d and battered” – Civil Jury Delivers Damning Verdict The case centred around a sexual encounter between McGregor, a second man (James Lawrence), the Claimant and another woman in December 2018, a couple of months following McGregor’s devastating defeat to Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov. The woman at […]
  • Change On The Horizon? Judge Rejects UFC Antitrust Settlement
    August 5, 2024
    Amidst all of the typically busy furore of the world of combat sports, one of the biggest stories of the year has actually come from outside the Octagon, as opposed to within the confines of the cage; in fact, it has come from a Nevada courtroom, where the settlement (totalling $335 million) of a pair of class action lawsuits against Zuffa LLC, the parent company of the UFC has been rejected. Stay tuned to find […]
November 19, 2025
Published by Dave Van Auken on November 19, 2025

Who’s Next for Islam Makhachev ..?

Islam Makhachev just won the main event at UFC 322 via unanimous decision to win the UFC Welterweight Championship and now that question who is next for Islam Makhachev.   🔎 Top Contenders to Watch as His Next Opponent Kamaru Usman Makhachev himself has mentioned Usman as a logical next challenge.   Usman is a former champ and a big name in the 170-lb division.   Michael Morales Morales got a lot of attention after […]
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October 3, 2025
Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov delivered yet another classic in Dubai - but the event was sullied by a shocking scorecard
Published by Keelin McNamara on October 3, 2025

Hughes and Nurmagomedov duel again in Dubai desert classic

Ireland meets Dagestan for another desert dust-up  It turns out that some sequels are very much capable of living up to the original. Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov delivered yet another classic in the deserts of Dubai, putting on one of the best fights of the year. Both Irishman Hughes and Dagestan native Nurmagomedov met for the second time tonight – following their instant classic in the Coca-Cola arena in Dubai, UAE in January of […]
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September 7, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on September 7, 2025

Studio lights to fight nights: Paperweight now on Prime

What happens when an artist trades studio lights for fight lights? Paperweight, now streaming on Amazon Prime, answers that question with sweat, bruises, and a story that hits harder than you’d expect. The 65-minute sports documentary follows recording artist Andrew P. Oliver as he ditches the mic and straps on 4-ounce gloves, determined to find out what it really takes to fight. This isn’t a vanity project—it’s an immersion. Oliver trains under UFC featherweight Westin […]
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September 3, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on September 3, 2025

UFC PARIS | MAIN CARD PREVIEW | 9.6.25

Lets. Get. Into It! Featherweight Bout: Patricio Pitbull (37-8) vs. Losene Keita (16-1) What a way to kick off the main card! One of the UFC’s shiny new signings faces an experienced MMA veteran in a clash that promises fireworks. Losene Keita is poised to be a problem. This kid is a serious athlete, and fans are going to love him—especially in Europe, where he’s already a star. The former two-division Oktagon champion is lightning-fast […]
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September 1, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on September 1, 2025

DWCS Week 4: Contract or a Cab Ride Home?

As I’m currently traveling to Spain, I thought I’d pass the time by putting together a quick preview of tomorrow night’s DWCS card. With five fights that the bookies are calling the closest of the season so far, this Tuesday night’s action promises to deliver. So, strap in and let’s break down the chaos! Welterweight: Jack Congdon vs. Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani Jack Congdon, a 7-1 martial arts prodigy who’s been training since he could walk, is […]
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August 28, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on August 28, 2025

MISFITS 22 | RING OF THRONES | TILL V ROCKHOLD | 8.30.25

Misfits 22 Breakdown: A Dad’s Take on the Chaos Let me make one thing clear: this is my first time writing about a Misfits Boxing card, and I wouldn’t exactly describe myself as a fan of the shows. But my beautiful daughter Isla is heading to Manchester for Misfits 22 with her mates, so I’ve got a ready-made excuse to dive into this madness. I’m breaking down the three main card fights like I’m chatting […]
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August 21, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on August 21, 2025

UFC SHANGHAI | WALKER Vs MINGYANG | ACTION IN ASIA | 08.23.25

Alright, Fight Bananas family, buckle up for some “Action in Asia”! Yeah, that was corny, but I don’t care—it’s almost the weekend, and we’ve got violence on deck! We’re headed to Shanghai, where the UFC is pushing hard to conquer the Asian market. While this card features some names fans may not know well, I’ve picked my three favorite fights to break down. I’ll also list the rest of the card below to keep you […]
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August 20, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on August 20, 2025

PFL WORLD TOURNAMENT FINALS | EDWARDS Vs ROSTA | 08.21.2025

This Thursday night at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Florida, the PFL is putting on another great card for our viewing pleasure. The card features the world tournament finals for the 185 and 205-pound titles, along with the recently added heavyweight world finals title fight. So we have a three-fight main card to talk about, and I’ll also list what’s in store on the undercard. Let’s get into it, people. PFL World […]
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August 18, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on August 18, 2025

DWCS | SEASON 9 | WEEK 2 | EXPOSITO V DELANO

Hello, degenerates! We’re fast approaching Tuesday, Week 2 of the new season of Dana White’s Contender Series. We’ve got a five-fight card headlined by two South American featherweights. I’ll break down the main event, the co-main event, and give quick picks for the other three fights. Let’s dive in. Breaking Down the Main Event: Exposito vs. Delano Battle for a Contract Featherweight action awaits! Manuel Exposito, with a 13-2 record, enters the cage on a […]
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August 15, 2025
Published by Phillip Dean on August 15, 2025

MOSES ITAUMA Vs DILLIAN WHYTE | HYPE JOB OR CONTENDER?

Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte: Heavyweight Showdown in Riyadh This Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma faces his toughest test yet against former world title challenger Dillian Whyte. The clash headlines an electrifying card as part of the E-Sports World Cup festivities, broadcast live on DAZN PPV. With an explosive undercard supporting the main event, fight fans are in for a thrilling night. Let’s dive into the big one: Itauma vs. […]
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