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  • Top 25 MMA Fighters RIGHT NOW — According to Gemini AI

    February 23, 2026
    As of February 2026, the UFC landscape has shifted significantly with several new champions and “double-champs” emerging. Popularity in the UFC is a mix of high-level skill (Pound-for-Pound rankings) and massive social media reach. Here are the 25 most popular and influential UFC fighters right now, categorized by their current status in the promotion: The “Superstars” (Elite Tier) These fighters lead the pack in terms of pay-per-view draw and global recognition: Ilia Topuria – The […]

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  • Top 25 MMA Fighters RIGHT NOW — According to Gemini AI
    February 23, 2026
    As of February 2026, the UFC landscape has shifted significantly with several new champions and “double-champs” emerging. Popularity in the UFC is a mix of high-level skill (Pound-for-Pound rankings) and massive social media reach. Here are the 25 most popular and influential UFC fighters right now, categorized by their current status in the promotion: The “Superstars” (Elite Tier) These fighters lead the pack in terms of pay-per-view draw and global recognition: Ilia Topuria – The […]
  • Michael Chiesa Announces Retirement Fight with Anik & Florian + Mario Bautista joins the show!
    February 22, 2026
    The Anik & Florian Podcast Is Back — And This Episode Was MUST-WATCH TV 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Buckle up, because the Anik & Florian Podcast — now proudly partnered with All The Smoke Fight, powered by All The Smoke Productions — delivered one of its best episodes in recent memory this past Monday, and if you missed it, I don’t know what you were doing […]
  • The Weekly Rounds 2: UFC Heavyweight Division, Diaz, Ilia vs Islam, and more
    February 13, 2026
    What’s good FB family?! This is the 2nd edition of the Weekly Rounds, where I will give some thoughts on some topics around the world of MMA. The opinions are all mine, would love a good debate! By: Will Brewer  Ok. Glove touch. HERE. WE. GO! Round 1: The State of the UFC Heavyweight Division Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Let’s just face it, The heavyweight division is in shambles right now. This is perhaps the worst […]
  • Anik & Florian UFC & Super Bowl Recap
    February 9, 2026
    ANIK & FLO BREAK DOWN MARIO BAUTISTA’S STATEMENT WIN AND SUPER BOWL HEARTBREAK 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! Monday, February 9th, 2026 — the day AFTER the Super Bowl — should absolutely be a NATIONAL HOLIDAY, and Jon Anik and Kenny Florian aren’t wrong about this one! But while the rest of America was nursing hangovers and Patriots heartbreak (more on that in a minute), the guys […]
  • UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs Oliveira Polymarket Report
    February 7, 2026
    BAUTISTA VS OLIVEIRA: WHERE THE SMART MONEY IS GOING Breaking Down Polymarket vs Sportsbooks for UFC Fight Night By Cody Merrow WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! We’ve got a BANGER of a main event this weekend at the UFC Apex with Mario Bautista taking on Vinicius ‘Lock Dog’ Oliveira in a five-round bantamweight scrap. But here’s the thing though… where should YOU be putting your money? Let’s break down what the prediction markets AND […]

R&R (Results and Recaps)

  • Top 25 MMA Fighters RIGHT NOW — According to Gemini AI
    February 23, 2026
    As of February 2026, the UFC landscape has shifted significantly with several new champions and “double-champs” emerging. Popularity in the UFC is a mix of high-level skill (Pound-for-Pound rankings) and massive social media reach. Here are the 25 most popular and influential UFC fighters right now, categorized by their current status in the promotion: The “Superstars” (Elite Tier) These fighters lead the pack in terms of pay-per-view draw and global recognition: Ilia Topuria – The […]
  • Michael Chiesa Announces Retirement Fight with Anik & Florian + Mario Bautista joins the show!
    February 22, 2026
    The Anik & Florian Podcast Is Back — And This Episode Was MUST-WATCH TV 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Buckle up, because the Anik & Florian Podcast — now proudly partnered with All The Smoke Fight, powered by All The Smoke Productions — delivered one of its best episodes in recent memory this past Monday, and if you missed it, I don’t know what you were doing […]
  • The Weekly Rounds 2: UFC Heavyweight Division, Diaz, Ilia vs Islam, and more
    February 13, 2026
    What’s good FB family?! This is the 2nd edition of the Weekly Rounds, where I will give some thoughts on some topics around the world of MMA. The opinions are all mine, would love a good debate! By: Will Brewer  Ok. Glove touch. HERE. WE. GO! Round 1: The State of the UFC Heavyweight Division Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Let’s just face it, The heavyweight division is in shambles right now. This is perhaps the worst […]
  • Anik & Florian UFC & Super Bowl Recap
    February 9, 2026
    ANIK & FLO BREAK DOWN MARIO BAUTISTA’S STATEMENT WIN AND SUPER BOWL HEARTBREAK 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! Monday, February 9th, 2026 — the day AFTER the Super Bowl — should absolutely be a NATIONAL HOLIDAY, and Jon Anik and Kenny Florian aren’t wrong about this one! But while the rest of America was nursing hangovers and Patriots heartbreak (more on that in a minute), the guys […]
  • UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs Oliveira Polymarket Report
    February 7, 2026
    BAUTISTA VS OLIVEIRA: WHERE THE SMART MONEY IS GOING Breaking Down Polymarket vs Sportsbooks for UFC Fight Night By Cody Merrow WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! We’ve got a BANGER of a main event this weekend at the UFC Apex with Mario Bautista taking on Vinicius ‘Lock Dog’ Oliveira in a five-round bantamweight scrap. But here’s the thing though… where should YOU be putting your money? Let’s break down what the prediction markets AND […]

R&R (Results and Recaps)

  • Top 25 MMA Fighters RIGHT NOW — According to Gemini AI
    February 23, 2026
    As of February 2026, the UFC landscape has shifted significantly with several new champions and “double-champs” emerging. Popularity in the UFC is a mix of high-level skill (Pound-for-Pound rankings) and massive social media reach. Here are the 25 most popular and influential UFC fighters right now, categorized by their current status in the promotion: The “Superstars” (Elite Tier) These fighters lead the pack in terms of pay-per-view draw and global recognition: Ilia Topuria – The […]
  • Michael Chiesa Announces Retirement Fight with Anik & Florian + Mario Bautista joins the show!
    February 22, 2026
    The Anik & Florian Podcast Is Back — And This Episode Was MUST-WATCH TV 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP, Fight Bananas faithful! Buckle up, because the Anik & Florian Podcast — now proudly partnered with All The Smoke Fight, powered by All The Smoke Productions — delivered one of its best episodes in recent memory this past Monday, and if you missed it, I don’t know what you were doing […]
  • The Weekly Rounds 2: UFC Heavyweight Division, Diaz, Ilia vs Islam, and more
    February 13, 2026
    What’s good FB family?! This is the 2nd edition of the Weekly Rounds, where I will give some thoughts on some topics around the world of MMA. The opinions are all mine, would love a good debate! By: Will Brewer  Ok. Glove touch. HERE. WE. GO! Round 1: The State of the UFC Heavyweight Division Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Let’s just face it, The heavyweight division is in shambles right now. This is perhaps the worst […]
  • Anik & Florian UFC & Super Bowl Recap
    February 9, 2026
    ANIK & FLO BREAK DOWN MARIO BAUTISTA’S STATEMENT WIN AND SUPER BOWL HEARTBREAK 🥊 By Cody Merrow | Fight Bananas WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! Monday, February 9th, 2026 — the day AFTER the Super Bowl — should absolutely be a NATIONAL HOLIDAY, and Jon Anik and Kenny Florian aren’t wrong about this one! But while the rest of America was nursing hangovers and Patriots heartbreak (more on that in a minute), the guys […]
  • UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs Oliveira Polymarket Report
    February 7, 2026
    BAUTISTA VS OLIVEIRA: WHERE THE SMART MONEY IS GOING Breaking Down Polymarket vs Sportsbooks for UFC Fight Night By Cody Merrow WHAT IS UP Fight Bananas family! We’ve got a BANGER of a main event this weekend at the UFC Apex with Mario Bautista taking on Vinicius ‘Lock Dog’ Oliveira in a five-round bantamweight scrap. But here’s the thing though… where should YOU be putting your money? Let’s break down what the prediction markets AND […]
April 25, 2025
Holloway Poirier UFC
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 25, 2025

Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway Trilogy Fight Announced

BMF Title Fight Set For New Orleans Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier are set to clash for a third time on July 19, headlining UFC 318 in New Orleans. The event will take place at the Smoothie King Center in Poirier’s home state of Louisiana and will feature the BMF title on the line. The matchup is expected to mark the final chapter of Poirier’s storied MMA career. Following his recent submission loss to UFC […]
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April 24, 2025
Dricus Du Plessis UFC
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 24, 2025

Dricus Du Plessis Debunks Injury Rumors

Dricus Du Plessis Teases Imminent Fight Announcement UFC middleweight titleholder Dricus Du Plessis has spoken out to dismiss recent speculation suggesting he’s dealing with a serious injury that would prevent him from defending his belt. Rumors had been circulating that Du Plessis (23-2 MMA, 9-0 UFC) was being lined up to face undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) at UFC 317, scheduled for June 28. The speculation gained traction after fellow middleweight contender […]
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April 23, 2025
UFC Kansas City Preview
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 23, 2025

UFC Kansas City Main Card Preview

Welterweight Contenders Clash In Kansas City This weekend is a treat for MMA enthusiasts, with high-level events happening across the globe. Cage Warriors 188 takes place in Dublin, Ireland, while over in Poland, strongmen-turned-fighters Eddie Hall and Mariusz Pudzianowski will square off at KSW 105—a clash of titans sure to draw attention. Meanwhile, back in the United States, Kansas City, Missouri, will host the premier MMA event of the weekend: UFC on ESPN 66, held […]
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April 18, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 18, 2025

PFL World Tournament 3: LIVE results

MAIN CARD: 7PM ET (ESPN/ESPN+) Middleweight Main Event: Fabian Edwards def. Impa Kasanganay by TKO at 2:12 of Round 2 Lightweight Co-main Event: Gadzhi Rabadanov def. Marc Diakiese by TKO at 0:32 of Round 1 Middleweight Quarterfinal: Dalton Rosta def. Sadibou Sy by submission (rear naked choke) at 3:29 of Round 2 Lightweight Quarterfinal: Jay-Jay Wilson def. Mads Burnell by TKO at 4:42 of Round 3 Lightweight Quarterfinal: Alfie Davis def. Clay Collard by TKO […]
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April 18, 2025
Luque vs Holland UFC 316
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 18, 2025

Luque vs. Holland Added to Stacked UFC 316 Lineup in Newark

Explosive Welterweight Clash Set For UFC 316 UFC 316 is shaping up to be a blockbuster, and the latest welterweight clash added to the lineup only adds to the hype. On June 7, the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, will host a showdown between No. 14-ranked Vicente Luque (23-10-1 MMA, 16-6 UFC) and the always-entertaining Kevin Holland (27-13 MMA, 14-10 UFC). Luque, known as “The Silent Assassin,” is coming off a strong performance at […]
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April 17, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 17, 2025

All PFL fighters make weight for the first time this season

MAIN CARD 7PM ET (ESPN/ESPN+) Middleweight Quarterfinal: Impa Kasanganay (185.6) v Fabian Edwards (185.6) Lightweight Quarterfinal: Gadzhi Rabadanov (156.0) v Marc Diakiese (155.2) Middleweight Quarterfinal: Sadibou Sy (185.8) v Dalton Rosta (185.6) Lightweight Quarterfinal: Mads Burnell (155.8) v Jay-Jay Wilson (156.0) Lightweight Quarterfinal: Clay Collard (155.4) v Alfie Davis (155.6) EARLY CARD 5PM ET (ESPN+) Middlweight Quarterfinal: Josh Silveira (185.6) v Mike Shipman (186.0) Lightweight Quarterfinal: Brent Primus (155.6) v Vinicius Cenci (155.8) Middlweight Quarterfinal: […]
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April 16, 2025
PFL 2025
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 16, 2025

PFL 3 Fight Card Preview

PFL 2025: Third Opening Round Event Set for Friday at Universal Studios The third leg of the PFL’s 2025 World Championship tournament kicks off this Friday at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, with action-packed matchups across the lightweight and middleweight divisions. Following last week’s event—which featured major upsets and a wave of finishes in the women’s flyweight and men’s bantamweight brackets—this week’s lineup promises just as much intensity as the lightweights and middleweights enter the […]
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April 15, 2025
We're breaking down the winners and losers from UFC 314 in Miami, Florida
Published by Keelin McNamara on April 15, 2025

UFC 314: Main winners and losers from mammoth Miami event

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 […]
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April 11, 2025
Published by Elle Dawson on April 11, 2025

PFL World Tournament 2: Bantamweight and Women’s Flyweight LIVE Results

MAIN CARD (ESPN2/ESPN+) 11PM ET Bantamweight Main Event: Marcirley Alves def. Leandro Higo by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29) Women’s Flyweight Co-main event: Liz Carmouche def. Ilara Joanne by TKO at 1:25 of Round 1 Bantamweight Quarterfinal: Mando Gutierrez def. Francesco Nuzzi by submission (rear naked choke) at 4:13 of Round 1 Bantamwight Quarterfinal: Justin Wetzell def. Kasum Kasumov by unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) EARLY CARD (ESPN+) 9PM ET Women’s Flyweight Quarterfinal: Ekaterina Shakalova […]
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April 10, 2025
Paddy Pimblett UFC 314
Published by Dave Van Auken on April 10, 2025

Paddy Pimblett On The Time He Turned Down The UFC

“The Baddy” Rejected The UFC Back In 2016 As he gears up for the biggest fight of his career this weekend, Paddy Pimblett has been reflecting on the moment he turned down a UFC contract earlier in his journey. The British standout Pimblett (22-3 MMA, 6-0 UFC) is set to take on Michael Chandler (23-9 MMA, 2-4 UFC) in the co-main event of UFC 314 this Saturday. Before joining the UFC in 2021, Pimblett made […]
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