Itsuki Hirata, the talented Japanese atomweight fighter, has shared a deeply personal account of a challenging time in her life leading up to her return to the ONE Championship cage at ONE SAMURAI 1. Known for her striking prowess and dynamic fighting style, Hirata has always projected an image of
Following Israel Adesanya's significant defeat and loss of his middleweight championship title, his coach, Eugene Bareman, has indicated that the former champion now faces a crucial period of self-reflection. Bareman suggested that Adesanya needs to undertake some "soul searching" to determine
Following their respective bouts at UFC 327, the future matchups for Carlos Ulberg and Jiri Prochazka are now the subject of much discussion among fight fans and analysts. Both fighters delivered notable performances, setting the stage for potentially significant developments in the light heav
Sean O’Malley, a fellow UFC fighter, has commented on the mental state of Jiri Prochazka following his recent defeat at UFC 327. O'Malley suggests that Prochazka is likely experiencing significant self-reproach over his performance, particularly regarding his inability to seize crucial opportu
Former two-division UFC champion Daniel Cormier has expressed his strong belief that Aaron Pico represents a significant challenge for the reigning featherweight king, Alexander Volkanovski, and indeed for the entire 145-pound division. Cormier, now a respected analyst, highlighted Pico's pote
UFC President Dana White acknowledged the inherent pressure and excitement that comes with a high-profile signing like Gable Steveson. When asked about Steveson joining the UFC roster, White commented that "Everybody has those jitters when they first get here." This statement suggests that whi
In an unexpected turn of events, a new fight has been added to an upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event: Josh Hokit will face Derrick Lewis. This addition comes at the direct request of U.S. President Donald Trump, making it a unique and noteworthy inclusion for the fight card.
Rungrawee Sitsiam has revealed his strategic approach for his upcoming ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship bout against the formidable Regian Eersel. The Thai fighter has pinpointed Eersel's legs as a primary target, aiming to dismantle the champion's powerful offense by attacking hi
A prominent UFC bantamweight contender has publicly accused fellow fighter Josh Hokit of engaging in racist remarks and hate speech. The allegations have sent ripples through the mixed martial arts community, prompting a strong reaction from fans and fighters alike. The accusations surfac
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced a new partnership with a company specializing in nicotine pouches. The rationale behind this collaboration, as stated by the UFC, is that both organizations "share the same values." This statement has raised eyebrows and sparked debate, gi
Khamzat Chimaev, a prominent figure in the UFC, has voiced his skepticism regarding Arman Tsarukyan's combat record outside of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Chimaev has raised questions about the caliber and relevance of Tsarukyan's bouts prior to his UFC career. The underlying sent
A former Bellator champion believes that Aaron Pico's recent knockout defeat will significantly affect his mindset heading into his upcoming bout against Patricio Pitbull at UFC 327. The ex-champion, speaking anonymously, expressed that the experience of being knocked out is a deeply unse