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  • Breaking: Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry added to Rousey-Carano MVP Netflix card

    March 16, 2026
    Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on the MVP on Netflix card on May 16th  By: Will Brewer  The Most Valuable Promotions card on Netflix had already put together a must-watch event with Ronda Rousey facing Gina Carano in the main event and Francis Ngannou returning to MMA in co-main event. However, things got more spicy Monday morning, as a welterweight scrap between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry was announced. Perry has […]

R&R (Results and Recaps)

  • Breaking: Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry added to Rousey-Carano MVP Netflix card
    March 16, 2026
    Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on the MVP on Netflix card on May 16th  By: Will Brewer  The Most Valuable Promotions card on Netflix had already put together a must-watch event with Ronda Rousey facing Gina Carano in the main event and Francis Ngannou returning to MMA in co-main event. However, things got more spicy Monday morning, as a welterweight scrap between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry was announced. Perry has […]
  • PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY
    March 16, 2026
    🥊 KEVIN BEUHRING IS RUNNING THE BOARD — PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and if you were not locked into PGF World on Wednesday night for Week 2 of the 2026 season,  first of all, what are you doing? Second of all, let me catch you up, because goddamn if this season isn’t already delivering everything we […]
  • Why Gillian Robertson is the next Queen of 115lbs in the UFC
    March 14, 2026
    🥊 FIVE REASONS GILLIAN ROBERTSON IS THE NEXT UFC STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPION — AND WHY TONIGHT MATTERS By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful. Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to clear your schedule tonight because Gillian “The Savage” Robertson is competing in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 269 in Las Vegas,  and I don’t say this lightly,  she might be the most underrated star […]
  • TEAM BJJ TAKES OVER! Why You Should Watch The Pro Grappling Federation
    March 11, 2026
    🥊 PGF SEASON 9 IS HERE AND THE KINGS ARE ALREADY RUNNING THE BOARD By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to sit down for this one because Pro Grappling Federation Season 9 has officially arrived,  and Opening Night in Las Vegas did NOT disappoint. Thirty matches. Immediate scoreboard swings. Early heroes, early villains, and one team that walked out […]
  • MALKI KAWA’S SLEEPLESS UFC WHITE HOUSE NEGOTIATIONS
    March 10, 2026
    🥊 MALKI KAWA BREAKS DOWN THE ALL-NIGHT NEGOTIATION THAT BUILT ILIA TOPURIA vs. JUSTIN GAETHJE By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas | March 9, 2026 Live Producer, The Anik & Florian Podcast | Formerly of MMA Underground & The Pound 4 Pound Podcast Newsletter Malki Kawa had just undergone a heart procedure. It was Thursday. He was recovering. There was no fight. As far as the founder and CEO of First Round Management was concerned, […]

R&R (Results and Recaps)

  • Breaking: Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry added to Rousey-Carano MVP Netflix card
    March 16, 2026
    Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on the MVP on Netflix card on May 16th  By: Will Brewer  The Most Valuable Promotions card on Netflix had already put together a must-watch event with Ronda Rousey facing Gina Carano in the main event and Francis Ngannou returning to MMA in co-main event. However, things got more spicy Monday morning, as a welterweight scrap between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry was announced. Perry has […]
  • PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY
    March 16, 2026
    🥊 KEVIN BEUHRING IS RUNNING THE BOARD — PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and if you were not locked into PGF World on Wednesday night for Week 2 of the 2026 season,  first of all, what are you doing? Second of all, let me catch you up, because goddamn if this season isn’t already delivering everything we […]
  • Why Gillian Robertson is the next Queen of 115lbs in the UFC
    March 14, 2026
    🥊 FIVE REASONS GILLIAN ROBERTSON IS THE NEXT UFC STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPION — AND WHY TONIGHT MATTERS By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful. Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to clear your schedule tonight because Gillian “The Savage” Robertson is competing in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 269 in Las Vegas,  and I don’t say this lightly,  she might be the most underrated star […]
  • TEAM BJJ TAKES OVER! Why You Should Watch The Pro Grappling Federation
    March 11, 2026
    🥊 PGF SEASON 9 IS HERE AND THE KINGS ARE ALREADY RUNNING THE BOARD By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to sit down for this one because Pro Grappling Federation Season 9 has officially arrived,  and Opening Night in Las Vegas did NOT disappoint. Thirty matches. Immediate scoreboard swings. Early heroes, early villains, and one team that walked out […]
  • MALKI KAWA’S SLEEPLESS UFC WHITE HOUSE NEGOTIATIONS
    March 10, 2026
    🥊 MALKI KAWA BREAKS DOWN THE ALL-NIGHT NEGOTIATION THAT BUILT ILIA TOPURIA vs. JUSTIN GAETHJE By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas | March 9, 2026 Live Producer, The Anik & Florian Podcast | Formerly of MMA Underground & The Pound 4 Pound Podcast Newsletter Malki Kawa had just undergone a heart procedure. It was Thursday. He was recovering. There was no fight. As far as the founder and CEO of First Round Management was concerned, […]

R&R (Results and Recaps)

  • Breaking: Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry added to Rousey-Carano MVP Netflix card
    March 16, 2026
    Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on the MVP on Netflix card on May 16th  By: Will Brewer  The Most Valuable Promotions card on Netflix had already put together a must-watch event with Ronda Rousey facing Gina Carano in the main event and Francis Ngannou returning to MMA in co-main event. However, things got more spicy Monday morning, as a welterweight scrap between Nate Diaz and Mike Perry was announced. Perry has […]
  • PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY
    March 16, 2026
    🥊 KEVIN BEUHRING IS RUNNING THE BOARD — PGF WEEK 2 RECAP & WHAT’S COMING WEDNESDAY By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and if you were not locked into PGF World on Wednesday night for Week 2 of the 2026 season,  first of all, what are you doing? Second of all, let me catch you up, because goddamn if this season isn’t already delivering everything we […]
  • Why Gillian Robertson is the next Queen of 115lbs in the UFC
    March 14, 2026
    🥊 FIVE REASONS GILLIAN ROBERTSON IS THE NEXT UFC STRAWWEIGHT CHAMPION — AND WHY TONIGHT MATTERS By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful. Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to clear your schedule tonight because Gillian “The Savage” Robertson is competing in the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 269 in Las Vegas,  and I don’t say this lightly,  she might be the most underrated star […]
  • TEAM BJJ TAKES OVER! Why You Should Watch The Pro Grappling Federation
    March 11, 2026
    🥊 PGF SEASON 9 IS HERE AND THE KINGS ARE ALREADY RUNNING THE BOARD By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Cody Merrow here, and I am going to need you to sit down for this one because Pro Grappling Federation Season 9 has officially arrived,  and Opening Night in Las Vegas did NOT disappoint. Thirty matches. Immediate scoreboard swings. Early heroes, early villains, and one team that walked out […]
  • MALKI KAWA’S SLEEPLESS UFC WHITE HOUSE NEGOTIATIONS
    March 10, 2026
    🥊 MALKI KAWA BREAKS DOWN THE ALL-NIGHT NEGOTIATION THAT BUILT ILIA TOPURIA vs. JUSTIN GAETHJE By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas | March 9, 2026 Live Producer, The Anik & Florian Podcast | Formerly of MMA Underground & The Pound 4 Pound Podcast Newsletter Malki Kawa had just undergone a heart procedure. It was Thursday. He was recovering. There was no fight. As far as the founder and CEO of First Round Management was concerned, […]
April 8, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 8, 2025

Volkanovski vs. Lopes: Breaking Down UFC 314’s Featherweight Title Fight

The vacant featherweight title is on the line this Saturday, and it all comes down to a proven legend vs. a fast-rising finisher. Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes isn’t just a title fight — it’s a turning point for the entire 145-pound division. Let’s break it down. The Case for Alexander Volkanovski When Volkanovski is on, he’s one of the most complete fighters in MMA history. He’s built a career on tactical brilliance, relentless cardio, […]
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April 3, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 3, 2025

PFL World Tournament 1: Welterweights & Featherweights LIVE Results

MAIN CARD: 10PM ET (ESPN2/ESPN+) Welterweight Main Event: Jason Jackson def. Andrey Koreshkov by submission (rear naked choke) at 4:21 of Round 2 Featherweight Co-main Event: Jesus Pinedo def. Adam Borics by TKO at 3:43 of Round 1 Welterweight Quarterfinal: Logan Storley def. Joseph Luciano by Unanimous Decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27) Featherweight Quarterfinal: Movlid Khaybulaev def. Jeremy Kennedy by Split Decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29) EARLY CARD 8PM ET (ESPN+) Welterweight Quarterfinal: Thad Jean def. Mukhamed […]
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April 3, 2025
UFC Fight Night
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 3, 2025

UFC on ESPN 65 Preview

Ranked Featherweights Set To Square Off In Las Vegas After the electric atmosphere of the Mexican crowd last weekend, the UFC Apex in Las Vegas will offer a more subdued setting for an intriguing fight card this Saturday night. Let’s dive into the matchups featured on the main card of UFC on ESPN 65.. Josh Emmett vs. Lerone Murphy (Featherweight) Veteran fighter Josh Emmett (19-4 MMA, 10-4 UFC) returns to the Octagon for the first […]
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April 2, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 2, 2025

PFL First Round: Welterweights & Featherweights Weigh-in Results

Featherweight First Round Jesus Pinedo (145.4) v Adam Borics (145.6) Gabriel Braga (144.4) v Fred Dupras (145.6) Jeremy Kennedy (145.8) v Movlid Khaybulaev (145.4) Nathan Kelly (146.0) v Taekyun Kim (145.2)   Welterweight First Round Jason Jackson (170.8) v Andrey Koreshkov (171.0) Mukhamed Berkhamov (171.0) v Thad Jean (170.8) Magomed Umalatov** v Logan Storley (171.0) Giannis Bachar (170.6) v Masayuki Kikuiri (169.4) Alternate: Joseph Luciano (170.4) v Sarek Shields (170.8)   **Magomed Umalatov did not […]
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March 31, 2025
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 31, 2025

A new era in professional boxing begins with the launch of Off The Hook Boxing Series

BILOXI, MS. – March 30, 2025 – A new era in professional boxing begins with the launch of Off The Hook Boxing Series, under the leadership of combat sports executive Dean Toole, currently the CEO of Gamebred Bare Knuckle MMA and Gamebred Boxing and the founder of Island Fights. The inaugural event is slated for Saturday, May 3rd, at the Biloxi Civic Center in Biloxi, Mississippi, signaling the start of an ambitious venture to reshape […]
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March 30, 2025
Prates Neal UFC 314
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 30, 2025

UFC 314 Dealt Major Blow As Main Card Fight Is Scrapped

Welterweight Fight Cancelled A highly anticipated fight at UFC 314, scheduled for April 12th, has been called off. Fighting Nerds prospect Carlos Prates (21-6 MMA, 4-0 UFC) had been set to face Geoff Neal (16-6 MMA, 8-4 UFC) at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. However, UFC officials confirmed on Saturday that Neal has suffered an undisclosed injury, leading to the cancellation of the welterweight matchup. Prates, who recently broke into the top 15 in […]
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March 27, 2025
Moreno Erceg UFC Mexico
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 27, 2025

UFC Mexico Main Card Preview

Fight Night Fiesta The UFC moves south of the border this weekend, as Arena CDMX in Mexico City plays host to the world leader for the second year running. Let’s take a look at the main card fights taking place at UFC on ESPN 64 this weekend. Brandon Moreno vs. Steve Erceg Former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno (22-8-2 MMA, 10-5-2 UFC) headlines in his home country once again as he looks to work his […]
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March 24, 2025
Shauna Bannon UFC
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 24, 2025

The Biggest Winners From UFC London

Who’s Stock Was Raised After UFC Fight Night 255? Scintillating finishes and memorable moments were in short supply at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday. That being said, a handful of fighters certainly enhanced their reputations over the weekend. Let’s take a look at which fighters saw their stock rise the most after UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady. Sean Brady After stepping in on just a few weeks’ notice to replace Jack Della Maddalena in […]
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March 19, 2025
UFC London Edwards vs Brady
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 19, 2025

UFC London Main Card Preview

London Calling The UFC returns to British shores for its annual London event this Saturday, with a pivotal matchup in the welterweight division topping the bill. Let’s take a look at the fights that make up the main card at The O2 Arena this Saturday at UFC Fight Night 255. Main Event – Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady It’s do-or-die time for former UFC champion Leon Edwards in the main event. Edwards (22-4 MMA, 14-3 […]
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March 13, 2025
Jeremy Stephens BKFC
Published by Dave Van Auken on March 13, 2025

Jeremy Stephens Booked For UFC Return

34-Fight UFC Veteran To Return At UFC Des Moines After a lengthy six-year break from the top table of MMA, Jeremy Stephens (29-21-0-1 MMA, 15-18-0-1 UFC) is set to make his highly anticipated return to the Octagon when the UFC visits his home city of Des Moines, Iowa, on May 3rd. Stephens, also known as “Lil’ Heathen,” last competed in the UFC in 2021, where he was defeated by submission at the hands of Mateusz […]
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