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May 15, 2025

Published by Dave Van Auken on May 15, 2025

“You’re a Coward”: Topuria and Makhachev Erupt in War of Words

Topuria and Makhachev’s Trash Talk Gets Personal Ilia Topuria isn’t holding back when it comes to Islam Makhachev’s recent decision to move divisions instead of facing him in a highly anticipated superfight. Following UFC President Dana White’s announcement that Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) will vacate his lightweight title to pursue a shot at newly crowned welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena, Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) took aim at the Dagestani star, accusing him of […]

January 19, 2025

Published by Dave Van Auken on January 19, 2025

The Top 5 Winners From UFC 311

Who’s Stock Was Boosted At UFC 311? The first UFC pay-per-view event of the year proved to be an excellent one with a spate of impressive finishes and plenty of drama throughout the evening. Champions defended their belts, contenders strengthened their cases and prospects were “fraud checked” during an epic night of action at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. But which fighters came out of Saturday’s PPV carrying the most forward momentum? Let’s dive […]

April 17, 2023

Published by Dave Van Auken on April 17, 2023

Ilia Topuria opens UP as Betting Favorite!

The new rumored main event for UFC Jacksonville on June 24th is a featherweight banger between Josh Emmett and Ilia Topuria. Emmett, a top veteran of the division for seven years now will fight a up and comer prospect in Ilia Topuria. The undefeated prospect burst into the UFC scene in 2020 and boosted his record to 13-0. On June 24th, Topuria will walk into the Florida’s octagon as a -260 Betting Favorite via BetUS. […]