With Weili Zhang giving up the UFC women’s strawweight title to challenge Valentina Shevchenko, Mackenzie Dern steps in as the new 115-pound champion. Dern secured the vacant belt with a decision win over Virna Jandiroba in the co-main event of UFC 321. Early Rounds Show Fierce Grappling Battle The first round stayed close as Jandiroba constantly pressured Dern with grappling. Dern used her jiu-jitsu expertise but also landed damaging strikes. The second round followed a similar pattern, with both fighters exchanging control and scoring points. In the third round, Dern pressed Jandiroba against the fence and added striking to her…
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U.S. companies have delivered stronger-than-expected results this earnings season, boosting investor confidence across the stock market. Firms such as Intel, Coca-Cola, 3M, and General Motors reported earnings that surpassed Wall Street forecasts. According to the latest data, 86% of S&P 500 companies have reported positive earnings, signaling broad strength in corporate performance. Analysts say this wave of strong results is helping to calm investor concerns amid economic uncertainty. The robust earnings reports indicate that many companies are navigating challenges effectively, including supply chain pressures and fluctuating consumer demand. Tech giants like Intel posted higher profits than anticipated, while consumer staples…
UFC 321 takes place tomorrow at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Fans will witness two title fights and several key matchups. The official weigh-ins revealed two fighters missed weight, adding tension ahead of the card. Heavyweight Showdown: Aspinall Defends Title Against Gane Tom Aspinall faces Ciryl Gane to defend his undisputed heavyweight championship. Aspinall won the interim title by finishing Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 295. He then knocked out Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304 to retain it. Following Jon Jones’ brief retirement, the UFC promoted Aspinall to undisputed champion. Gane earned this title fight after a…
Tom Aspinall will finish Ciryl Gane at UFC 321, but he will not do it with strikes. Former UFC champion Michael Bisping shared his prediction while analyzing the main event on his YouTube channel. Bisping has praised Aspinall for years but disagrees with oddsmakers who make Gane the heavy favorite. He expects a competitive fight. Speaking about Aspinall’s first defense of the undisputed title, after winning the interim belt last July, Bisping said: “It will be an entertaining fight. I don’t see this being one-way traffic like Tom’s previous bouts.” “Gane has learned from losses to Jon Jones and Francis…
UFC star Max Holloway has delivered a fierce critique of bare-knuckle boxing and slap fighting. The Hawaiian veteran, celebrated for his endurance and skill in mixed martial arts, made his opinion clear during a live stream. Known for facing elite opponents throughout his career, Holloway has earned respect for his fighting spirit. But even for a warrior like him, some combat formats go too far. Holloway brands bare-knuckle fights “the stupidest thing ever” In recent years, both bare-knuckle boxing and slap fighting have exploded in popularity. Slap fighting, heavily pushed by UFC president Dana White, has especially divided fans. Holloway…
MMA icon Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller shared his opinion on the potential superfight between Alex Pereira and Jon Jones. Ever since his landmark victory at UFC 320, Alex Pereira has openly expressed interest in facing Jon Jones. Fans imagine the fight could headline a UFC White House card as the main event. Both fighters respect each other, but UFC president Dana White has not committed. White’s hesitation stems largely from how he handled the Tom Aspinall situation. Miller Says the Fight Must Happen In a recent interview, Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller spoke about the bout. “100% should happen. 100% should happen,” Miller…
Both fighters earn immense respect, but former undercard competitor Khalid Taha predicts Ciryl Gane may struggle against Tom Aspinall. Taha, who fought on the UFC Paris card headlined by Gane, shared his views ahead of his Oktagon 75 clash with Edgar Delgado Jimenez on September 13th. Taha Sees Aspinall as Aggressive Threat Taha joined Bowks Talking Bouts and reflected on his experience on the UFC Paris card against Tai Tuivasa. When asked about UFC 321’s heavyweight title fight between Aspinall and Gane, he said: “Honestly, both are very, very well-rounded and talented heavyweights. Both move like welterweights. They are both…
Fans and fighters question referees after unpenalized low blows Mike Malott claimed a career-defining win, defeating Kevin Holland in front of a Canadian crowd at UFC Vancouver. The co-main event quickly became one of the most unusual fights of recent UFC history. The fight started slowly, but Holland caught a kick from Malott and landed a right hand that dropped him. Malott recovered, grabbed a leg, and executed a sweep to secure top position. He applied intense grappling pressure before both fighters returned to their feet. Malott then delivered two accidental low blows, including a knee to Holland’s groin, clearly…
Fans and fighters debate after a narrow victory at UFC Vancouver. Aiemann Zahabi continues his rise in the bantamweight rankings, defeating former title challenger Marlon “Chito” Vera. The fight sparked immediate discussion, with fans questioning who truly controlled the action. Vera Starts Aggressively, Zahabi Holds His Ground Vera pressured Zahabi from the opening bell, opening a cut on his opponent’s nose. Zahabi countered with precise strikes, landing cleaner punches in the first round. The exchange showed Vera’s intensity, but Zahabi’s accuracy made the round competitive. In the second round, Vera’s jab appeared to rock Zahabi. He kept pressing forward, forcing…
UFC Fight Night: Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen arrives in Vancouver this Saturday. MMA News provides the official weigh-in results ahead of the action. This event marks the seventh visit of the Octagon to British Columbia’s largest city. UFC last appeared at Rogers Arena when Amanda Nunes defeated Irene Aldana at UFC 289 to retain her women’s bantamweight title before retiring. Middleweight Title Eliminator Takes Center Stage The main event serves as a crucial middleweight title eliminator. Former two-division ONE champion Reinier de Ridder faces Brendan Allen, who replaces the injured Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez. De Ridder enters the fight…