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Arlovski’s stance is simple:If he beats Rothwell again, in a sport built on raw toughness and zero protection, then the narrative changes. The “Big Ben” mystique fades. The marketing collapses. And the real king of this rivalry stands revealed.

Arman is not just pressure — he’s smart pressure.He doesn’t brawl. He doesn’t get wild. He breaks you down piece by piece. Paddy’s best chance is catching a neck in a scramble or landing something early before Arman settles in. But over 3 rounds?Over 5 rounds?With Arman’s cardio, wrestling, and discipline?

Dana White’s comparison between Paddy Pimblett and Conor McGregor shines a light on what makes a fighter a star beyond just winning fights. It’s about personality, connection with fans, and the ability to entertain. Pimblett embodies these qualities and has the potential to reach heights similar to McGregor’s.

TV gave fighters a platform to become stars. It also helped promotions grow their brands and attract sponsors. But TV has its limits. Broadcast schedules, regional restrictions, and high costs can limit access for fans and smaller promotions.

On January 10, 2026, Real American Freestyle (RAF) returned with an explosion of elite grappling and athletic crossover in Sunrise, Florida. The Amerant Bank Arena was packed, the Fox Nation broadcast was live, and the wrestling mats were the stage for a stacked slate of competitive freestyle bouts that blurred the lines between folkstyle, elite wrestling, and combat sports star power.

For many fight fans, PRIDE Fighting Championships isn’t just remembered it’s revered. Operating out of Japan from 1997 to 2007, PRIDE offered a level of spectacle, talent, and innovation in mixed martial arts that few promotions have matched since.

Whether you love the UFC or criticize it, one thing is undeniable: Dana White’s philosophy of thinking massively bigger than everyone else shaped MMA into a global phenomenon. Business leaders take note, If you aim for the stars and only hit the moon. You still end up higher than everyone who never left the ground.

Not gimmicks. Not manufactured beef. Real fights that feel like events. If 2025 was the reset, 2026 is lining up to be the payoff. The calendar is shaping into something boxing fans have been demanding for years: clarity at the top, legacy driven matchups, and fights that actually answer questions.

Terence “Bud” Crawford stepping in against Jake Paul that has fans talking. After Paul’s recent showdown with Anthony Joshua, many viewers are already imagining what would happen if the pound‑for‑pound great decided to enter the conversation.

Competing with the same stoic intensity their father is known for, the young athletes displayed sharp technique, relentless pressure, and a maturity far beyond their age brackets. From smooth transitions to confident submission attempts, each match reinforced one message: the next generation of Pereira fighters is already taking shape.

The noise is getting quieter, the fights are getting sharper, and MMA appears to be moving back toward what made it matter in the first place. Merit, danger, and legitimacy. Not hype for hype’s sake. Not influencer theatrics. Real fighters solving real problems under real pressure. Here’s FIGHT.TV's MMA Predictions for 2026.

BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing has taken a major step in strengthening its UK footprint with the acquisition of Bad To The Bone (BTTB) — the longest‑running independent bare‑knuckle promotion in the United Kingdom bkbbareknuckle.com. The move marks a significant expansion for the world’s leading professional bare‑knuckle organization and positions BKB for an even larger presence heading into 2026.

Combat sports love to talk about toughness. Heart. Willpower. Ferocity. The words get thrown around so often they start to lose meaning. Then there are fighters who force you to redefine them. Nick Newell is one of those fighters. Not because of a slogan or a viral clip, but because his entire career required a level of mental resilience most athletes will never be asked to develop. This is not a story about inspiration. It is a story about problem solving, discipline, and th

🥊 87 Fights. Zero Knockdowns. Two Legends. In an era of highlight‑reel knockouts and global superstars, Crawford and Golovkin share a statistic that may never be matched again. 42 fights — Crawford 45 fights — Golovkin 0 knockdowns combined A testament to skill.A testament to discipline.A testament to two of the greatest defensive and chin‑strong fighters the sport has ever seen.

Cutting and bulking play essential roles in a fighter's success by helping them manage weight effectively while maximizing performance.

Women’s bare knuckle boxing does not have many constants. The sport is unforgiving, chaotic, and brutally honest. Careers rise and fall quickly. Champions rarely last long. Then there is Christine Ferea. Ferea is not just a champion. She is the standard. She is currently the #1 ranked woman in the world at 125lbs.

Canelo Álvarez was fighting a battle no one knew about. One of his brothers had been kidnapped in Mexico — and instead of going to the authorities, Canelo handled it himself.

Before the fame, before the controversy, Tate was a legit world‑level kickboxer with real belts, real knockouts, and real time under bright lights. He’s been in deep waters, fought killers, and proved he can handle pressure. That part isn’t up for debate.

A sequence of events unfolded that feels less like coincidence and more like correction. The kind of cosmic course adjustment that fight fans joke about but secretly hope for. The omens are here. If momentum means anything, 2026 could be one of the most honest years combat sports has had in a long time.

Pensacola has produced greatness before. From Roy Jones Jr. to legends forged outside the spotlight, the city has never lacked talent. But when Sedriques Dumas steps into the UFC Octagon, he does so carrying something new. He is Pensacola’s first and only UFC fighter and to him, that means responsibility. “It means a lot to me,” Dumas says. “To be representing a place where a Hall of Famer like Roy Jones came from. I want to bring that fire and excitement back to the city.