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Mayweather vs. McGregor: A fight to end all fights? MMA News Opinion 

Mayweather vs. McGregor: A fight to end all fights?

Eric Kowal , ,
It’s on. Fight sports’ one hundred million dollar question has been finally answered. Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor will fight on August 26, 2017. After more than a year of teasing, both Mayweather and McGregor announced via social media last Wednesday that their much hyped crossover bout is finally happening: in Las Vegas, inside a boxing ring, at 154... Read More
Dear Mick Maynard…. Sign Sean “Shorty Rock” Santella…Sincerely, MMA Fans MMA News Opinion 

Dear Mick Maynard…. Sign Sean “Shorty Rock” Santella…Sincerely, MMA Fans

Eric Kowal , 1 Comment
Sean Santella (17-6-1) is a name that has often been tossed around when mixed martial arts fighters, fans, and matchmakers discuss potential UFC talent.  In fact, we’ve been saying it for years, “The UFC cannot deny Shorty Rock much longer.” The current Cage Fury Fighting Championships’ flyweight champion added another trophy to his mantle on Saturday night as Santella defeated Larry... Read More
MMA Real Winner in Fight between Mayweather and McGregor MMA News Opinion 

MMA Real Winner in Fight between Mayweather and McGregor

Kyle Carroll , , , ,
The sport of mixed martial arts (MMA) is real winner in the fight between Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor. As the entire world already knows, the Conor McGregor – Floyd Mayweather Jr. boxing match is signed and stamped. The fight date is scheduled for August 26, 2017, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The hype train is no longer... Read More
The best discipline for MMA fighters to train in is… MMA MMA News Opinion 

The best discipline for MMA fighters to train in is… MMA

John Brennan , , ,
UFC 1 was the first time where a common stage was used to pit different martial arts against each other to see what martial art would create “The Ultimate Fighter” on the planet. Royce Gracie’s iconic walk to the cage in his white gi with his black belt tied around his waist opened most people’s eyes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and... Read More
Don’t Hate the Player…. Hate the Game…. Or Is It The Other Way Around? MMA News Opinion 

Don’t Hate the Player…. Hate the Game…. Or Is It The Other Way Around?

Eric Kowal
Over the past week there has been quite a bit of unexpected back and forth between the UFC and the organization’s flyweight champion, the pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet, Demetrious Johnson.  Aside from the banter between the champ and UFC President Dana White, mixed martial arts fans are even being subjected to speculation of the UFC cancelling the UFC  men’s... Read More
Ring of Combat 59 Preview -Arce vs. Dooling, Barrett vs. Graves among 5 title fights MMA News Opinion 

Ring of Combat 59 Preview -Arce vs. Dooling, Barrett vs. Graves among 5 title fights

'Beautiful' Bob Meloni , , , ,
Ring of Combat, brought to you by Louis Neglia, has always put on cards stacked with the best regional talent. The numbers tell the story as more than 115 fighters have gone onto the bright lights of the UFC after earning victories in the cage at the Tropicana of Atlantic City, NJ. This Friday night, June 2, ROC 59 boasts... Read More
5 Must Watch Fights in MMA This Weekend MMA News Opinion 

5 Must Watch Fights in MMA This Weekend

Eric Kowal , , , , , , 2 Comments
Let the Countdown Begin No UFC this weekend?  No problem.  Here are five mixed martial arts fights that are sure to knock your socks off. 1. Paul Daley vs. Rory MacDonald Former UFC welterweight title contender Rory MacDonald makes his long awaited Bellator MMA debut on Friday.  MacDonald (18-4) signed a multi-fight contract with Bellator in August 2016 and will finally... Read More
CinKO de MMAyo – 3 must watch fights with knockout potential this May 5th MMA News Opinion 

CinKO de MMAyo – 3 must watch fights with knockout potential this May 5th

Eric Kowal , , ,
CinKO de MMAyo – Don’t blink This Friday is a day of celebration.  Cinco De Mayo which is Spanish for the “Fifth of May,” is observed to commemorate the Mexican Army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio Zaragoza. Several notable mixed martial arts fight cards are... Read More
MMA Challenge – The Mental Side of Training for a Big Fight and Importance Behind It MMA News Opinion 

MMA Challenge – The Mental Side of Training for a Big Fight and Importance Behind It

Jessica Walter
Preparing yourself for the MMA Challenge Many people often associate strength with physical capabilities. There’s no doubt about it; strength is a key component to winning most any fight. Without the proper brain training though, your physique and physical strength will only get you so far in the ring. Anyone who has made a successful career out of competing in... Read More