3+ week, 1+ day ago (386+ words) The unbeaten flyweight extended his perfect record with a first-round showcase at Brave CF 100 in Bahrain. Muhammad Mokaev added another spectacular victory to his growing legacy, knocking out Gerard Burns with a crushing head kick to capture the flyweight championship at Brave CF 100 in Isa Town, Bahrain. The 25-year-old British fighter, who previously competed in the UFC, once again displayed his well-rounded skill set, improving to 15-0 (1 NC) in his professional career and 6-0 since rejoining Brave Combat Federation. From the moment the fight began, Mokaev took command. He blended quick kicks with sharp movement, forcing Burns to stay on the defensive. The first round ended with Mokaev scoring a clean takedown and controlling the pace from top position, showing why many still view him as one of the sport's top grapplers. Then came the finish. Just seconds into the second round,…...

4+ hour, 52+ min ago (227+ words) Alex Pereira, the UFC's two-division champion, made headlines after a training session in Florida went viral. The session gained attention when Pereira was challenged by a sparring partner and responded with a dominant display of striking. Footage shared by Baba Buwaba on Instagram's "Standupstriking' shows Pereira facing an opponent reportedly named Neil. Early in the sparring, Pereira delivered repeated body shots that visibly affected his partner. As the session continued, Neil was urged to keep going, but Pereira's precision and power ultimately led to a knockout from a headshot just as the buzzer sounded. The video underscores Pereira's timing, accuracy, and ability to control the pace even outside of a formal fight. Fans online quickly reacted to the clip, highlighting his striking dominance and readiness. Pereira, known for ending Israel Adesanya's long middleweight title reign in 2022, later moved to light-heavyweight…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (349+ words) A brief greeting between Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett in Qatar turns into the newest moment in a feud that has followed both fighters for years. Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett found themselves in the same hallway ahead of the UFC Qatar event, and it did not take long for old tensions to resurface. Both were in Doha to support teammates rather than compete, but the rivalry that began years ago sparked up the moment they noticed one another. Topuria entered the building alongside his brother Aleksandre, giving a loud "What's up bro?" toward Pimblett, who was waiting nearby before cornering teammate Luke Riley. Pimblett didn't hesitate to respond, calling back, "What's happening? You all right?" Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria crossed paths in Qatar " " Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 21, 2025 The heat between them did not begin in Qatar. Their rivalry…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago (315+ words) Netflix confirms an eight round heavyweight contest as Paul steps into the deepest waters of his career. Jake Paul is preparing for the most demanding moment of his boxing career as he and former unified champion Anthony Joshua are now confirmed for a December 19th showdown in Miami. The event will be carried worldwide through Netflix as a sanctioned eight round contest using ten ounce gloves. Paul announced the fight with a statement that mirrored his usual theatrical tone, framing the bout as a turning point for his long term ambitions. Paul enters the bout after a turbulent stretch that began with a cancelled date against Gervonta Davis in mid November following allegations in a civil suit involving Davis. Before that, Paul earned a decision win over Julio Cesar Chavez and secured another victory over Mike Tyson, both part of a…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago (325+ words) Amanda Nunes has announced that her return to competition will include an ambitious goal: capturing a third UFC title. After her scheduled fight with Kayla Harrison, Nunes plans to drop to 125 pounds to challenge for the flyweight championship. This move could make her the first female fighter in UFC history to hold belts in three divisions. She has already undergone two drug tests this year, indicating her progression toward stepping back into the octagon. While Harrison represents the immediate challenge, the flyweight division presents an opportunity to cement her legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats. Valentina Shevchenko recently claimed a decisive victory over Zhang Weili at UFC 322. Despite "Bullet's" impressive win, Nunes has her sights set on facing Shevchenko at flyweight, aiming to extend her dominance across multiple divisions. "After I beat Kayla Harrison I'm going to go…...

3+ week, 18+ hour ago (250+ words) Uros Medic demonstrated why he is one of the UFC's most feared knockout artists, finishing Muslim Salikhov in just 63 seconds at UFC Vegas 111. Medic's rapid victory mirrored his previous performance, where he also scored a first-round stoppage in the same time frame against Gilbert Urbina. The fight began with both strikers feeling each other out, but it quickly became clear that Medic was dictating the pace. Known for his aggressive boxing, Medic quickly closed the distance and set up a perfectly timed straight left hand. The punch sent Salikhov stumbling to the canvas, and Medic followed with relentless ground strikes until the referee ended the bout. With this win, Medic now holds a 3-1 record over his last four fights and 12-3 overall. He has maintained a 100 percent finishing rate in the UFC and throughout his professional career. " ESPN MMA (@espnmma) November…...

1+ week, 21+ hour ago (327+ words) Garry controls the pace and earns a unanimous decision after a steady showcase of kicks and counters. Ian Machado Garry secured one of the most meaningful victories of his career at UFC Qatar, earning a unanimous decision over Belal Muhammad in a calm, calculated performance that showcased his evolving maturity as a contender. From the opening seconds, the stylistic contrast was obvious. Muhammad pressed forward in his familiar high-volume stance, but Garry refused to be drawn into reckless exchanges. Instead, the Irishman picked at Muhammad's lead leg, touched the body with stabbing kicks, and circled away before most of Muhammad's attempts could find a home. The early damage to the legs noticeably altered Muhammad's rhythm, forcing him to reset more often than usual. By the mid-point, Garry grew increasingly comfortable. His jab began sliding through Muhammad's guard, and his check…...

6+ day, 5+ hour ago (272+ words) [Gable Steveson]On Sunday, November232025, Gable Steveson added yet another emphatic win to his professional combat sports record. Competing in the main event of Anthony Pettis FC 21 (APFC21) at the Isleta Resort & Casino, Steveson required only 24 seconds to dispatch Kevin Hein with a clean left hook'a finish followed by an instinctive double'leg takedown as ... [Gable Steveson Knocks Out Kevin Hein in 24 Seconds at APFC 21 " Highlights]Read more Hein entered aggressively, trying to make an early statement, but Steveson's timing and power proved decisive. With that knockout, Steveson improved his record to 30 in 2025, all wins via firstround stoppage: his MMA debut win under two minutes at LFA127, a 15second finish during a oneoff outing for Dirty Boxing, and now this latest subhalfminute performance. " UFC FIGHT PASS (@UFCFightPass) November 24, 2025 In his postfight remarks, Steveson highlighted the presence that UFC matchmaker Mick Maynard was expected to have…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago (214+ words) Pimblett thinks Makhachev becoming welterweight champion changes the path toward a Topuria showdown. Paddy Pimblett has not yet been told which opponent will greet him in his next appearance, and he believes Islam Makhachev entering the welterweight throne room has made everything more unclear. Pimblett's ultimate target is still Ilia Topuria for the lightweight belt, but he admits the champion's recent interest in Islam has complicated things. Topuria has publicly expressed curiosity about meeting Makhachev for a chance at another division's gold. Pimblett feels that alone could drag attention away from the matchup he has been pushing for. Beyond Topuria's intentions, Pimblett pointed to welterweights who made noise at UFC 322. Carlos Prates and Michael Morales both secured impressive wins, which only adds more names to the queue. He added that Topuria has been sending mixed messages for months. Even amid…...

6+ day, 6+ hour ago (293+ words) Backstage at UFC Qatar, tensions flared between Khamzat Chimaev and Ian Machado Garry after Garry's win over Belal Muhammad. Garry approached Arman Tsarukyan to congratulate him on his victory when Chimaev unexpectedly shoved him. Security quickly separated the fighters before the situation escalated further. Garry stayed composed and spoke out after the confrontation. "You are supposed to be a champion of this sport. Your friend just won. Do not ruin his moment. Arman, congratulations," he told Chimaev. The tension carried over to social media, where Chimaev posted a direct warning at Garry: "White boy, you will not survive one minute in my world." The post was quickly deleted, but fans captured screenshots before it disappeared. Khamzat Chimaev sends a message to Ian Garry " Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 23, 2025 During the post-fight press conference, Chimaev detailed why he reacted the way he…...