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July 10, 2025

Published by Phillip Dean on July 10, 2025

TAYLOR V SERRANO 3 | MSG, NEW YORK CITY.

This weekend the sport of boxing officially takes over New York City. As Jake Paul’s MVP promotions and Turki Alalshikh’s RING Magazine, both put on huge nights of boxing in the Big Apple. If you’re a fan of the sweet science, there is no city in the world you’d rather be in than the city that never sleeps. We will start the weekends coverage on Friday with a trip to the one and only “Mecca […]

July 10, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on July 10, 2025

UFC on ESPN 70 Main Card Preview

Veterans Meet Rising Stars at UFC Nashville The world’s premier MMA promotion returns this weekend after a brief hiatus, as the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, hosts UFC on ESPN 70. The event features a slate of seasoned veterans looking to halt the momentum of fast-rising prospects. Let’s take a look at the main card action set for Saturday night: Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira (Heavyweight) The UFC’s all-time knockout leader, Derrick Lewis (28-12 MMA, […]

June 30, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on June 30, 2025

Topuria Makes History—Here’s Who Should Be Next

Looking Ahead: What Comes Next for UFC 317’s Standout Winners UFC 317 delivered on its promise—fulfilling the hype with a lineup of thrilling bouts at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event offered multiple highlight-reel finishes, a fight that could rival any for “Fight of the Year,” and a record-breaking main event by Ilia Topuria. With the dust settling, here’s a look at what’s next for the main card victors. Ilia Topuria Ilia Topuria made […]

June 29, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on June 29, 2025

UFC 317 Results

UFC 317: Topuria Makes History, Van and Royval Go to War The UFC capped off International Fight Week with a stacked card at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and four standout performances earned $50,000 bonuses as UFC 317 came to a close on Saturday night. Performance of the Night: Ilia TopuriaIlia Topuria continued his meteoric rise with a stunning first-round knockout of former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. In less than half a round, Topuria showcased […]

June 28, 2025

Published by Phillip Dean on June 28, 2025

UFC317 | THE CHAMP HAS A NAME

The champ has a name, and it’s Charles Oliveira. That’s right fight fans. For everyone thinking Ilia Topuria has an easy fight this weekend, then get the FU%K outta here! It’s not that Topuria can’t win this Saturday, but some people are already thinking it’s set in stone. Especially the bookmakers. Who now have the Georgian -500 to get the win this Saturday. That’s borderline ridiculous. Especially for a guy moving up to the 155lb […]

June 28, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on June 28, 2025

5 Sleeper Fights To Watch at UFC 317

UFC 317 Prelims Preview: Five Must-See Matchups We’ve already taken a deep dive into the main card matchups at UFC 317. Now, let’s turn our attention to the best of the preliminary action happening tonight at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Jack Hermansson vs. Gregory Rodrigues (Middleweight) Swedish veteran Jack Hermansson (24-8 MMA, 11-6 UFC) returns to the Octagon for the first time in 16 months as he takes on the always-dangerous Gregory Rodrigues (16-6 […]

June 26, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on June 26, 2025

UFC 317 Preview: Two Title Fights Set for International Fight Week

Everything You Need to Know About UFC 317: Full Main Card Breakdown International Fight Week has arrived, and as always, the UFC is marking the occasion with a massive pay-per-view event. UFC 317 takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Saturday, featuring two title fights at the top of the card. The vacant UFC lightweight title is on the line in the main event, as former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria moves up to […]

June 22, 2025

Published by Dave Van Auken on June 22, 2025

The Legacy of Jon Jones

Jon Jones’s legacy is undeniably one of extraordinary athletic achievement: youngest champ, multi-divisional reigns, dominant wins, and longevity. But it’s also a complex narrative, marred by off-field misconduct, doping controversies, and lingering “what ifs” about elite matchups avoided. For many, he’s the GOAT; for others, his record isn’t uncontested. As of now, his legacy hangs in dynamic tension—legendary yet unfinished, hero-like yet flawed. Jon Jon is the Youngest-ever UFC champ at age 23 by defeating […]

June 19, 2025

Published by Phillip Dean on June 19, 2025

BETTING BANANAS🍌- UFC BAKU

This Saturday the UFC make their first trip to Baku and put on a historic event at the Baku Crystal Hall. I’ve even included a picture of the arena for this one, as at night it is quite simply the most beautiful arena I have seen. The card will be headlined by Khalil Rountree taking on Jamahal Hill in the middleweight division! Anyhow, more importantly let’s get into what I am betting on this card. […]

June 19, 2025

Published by Paul Browne on June 19, 2025

UFC Baku Preview: Hill vs. Rountree Headlines Historic Card

PFL Baku Main Card Preview The world leader in mixed martial arts breaks new ground this weekend as Crystal Palace Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan, hosts its first-ever UFC event. Let’s take a look at the main card action at UFC on ABC 8 this Saturday night: Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. (Light Heavyweight) Former 205-pound champion Jamahal Hill (12-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC) is searching for his first win since January 2023 in Saturday’s main […]