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The Dark Side of Sports: Professional Fighters Caught Cheating
In the world of professional fighting, where strength, skill, and honor are supposed to define the sport, cheating casts a long shadow. Fans expect fighters to compete fairly, relying on their training and talent to win. Yet, some fighters have crossed the line, using dishonest tactics to gain an unfair advantage. This post explores notable cases of professional fighters caught cheating, the methods they used, and the consequences they faced. Understanding these incidents hel

kennyherrholz
3 days ago4 min read


USA vs Russia: White House Card vs Kremlin Card — The Global Combat Sports Showdown
Which Nation Truly Dominates the Fight Game?
Combat sports has seen national rivalries before — but never on this scale.Two powerhouse nations.Two iconic venues.Two all‑star rosters built for one purpose:
Prove which country produces the best combat sports athletes on Earth.
Eric J Herrholz
6 days ago2 min read


Arlovski vs. Rothwell: A BKFC Re‑Test of Skill vs. Will
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.
Eric J Herrholz
Feb 72 min read


UFC Pound-For-Pound Rankings Update: What the List Really Says About the State of the Sport
This latest UFC pound-for-pound update isn’t just a reshuffling of names. It’s a snapshot of where the sport actually is right now. Who’s active, who’s looming, who’s injured, and who’s quietly becoming unavoidable. Some placements feel inevitable. Others feel like warnings.

Austin Jones
Feb 33 min read


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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?
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 253 min read


Paddy Pimblett vs McGregor: Who Truly Holds the Star Power According to Dana White
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.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 224 min read


COMBAT SPORT EVOLUTION : From Streets to the Ultimate Fight.TV Network
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.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 203 min read


Unlock Exclusive Combat Sports Memorabilia by Joining FIGHT.TV Today
This St. Patrick’s Day, Fight TV is giving away SD Dumas’ official fight-worn shorts live on their podcast. This is just the start of a year-long opportunity for members to win authentic combat sports gear that you cannot find anywhere else. If you want to be part of this unique experience, joining Fight TV is your gateway.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 194 min read


Laura Sanko: The Unstoppable Journey to BJJ Blackbelt After 19 Years and UFC Stardom
Laura ventured into the world of martial arts during her youth, where she discovered BJJ. The sport captured her attention immediately, sparking a passion that would fuel her commitment for almost 20 years. From her first class, she immersed herself in techniques, philosophy, and the supportive community that defines martial arts.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 174 min read


NICK DIAZ IS BACK — HEALTHY, FOCUSED, AND READY TO MOVE FORWARD
🥋 A New Chapter for a Warrior
After spending time in a structured recovery program in Mexico, Diaz has resurfaced with something fans haven’t seen in a long time:clarity, strength, and genuine peace in his eyes.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 112 min read


Aim Bigger: How Dana White Built the UFC by Refusing to Think Small
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.

Austin Jones
Jan 93 min read


ALEX PEREIRA’S SONS DOMINATE GRAPPLING CONTEST — RISING STARS EMERGE ON FIGHT.TV
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.
Eric J Herrholz
Jan 41 min read


ISLAM vs ILIA: Why 2026 Is the Year This Clash Must Happen
Two champions. Two legacies. One inevitable collision.
In 2026, the stars aren’t just aligning — they’re charging straight at each other. Islam Makhachev, the Dagestani tactician turned welterweight monster, and Ilia Topuria, the undefeated Spanish-Georgian phenom with fire in his fists, are circling each other like planets preparing to collide
Eric J Herrholz
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Gary Goodridge & Don Frye: From Violent Rivals to Unbreakable Brothers
In the video, you don’t see ego. You don’t see rivalry. You see two men who survived the same storms, who paid the same price, who earned each other’s respect the hard way. The smiles, the hugs, the warmth—it’s the kind of connection only fighters can understand.
Eric J Herrholz
Dec 25, 20252 min read


Sedriques Dumas: Pensacola’s First UFC Fighter on Sacrifice, Purpose, and Carrying the City Forward
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.

Austin Jones
Dec 17, 20253 min read


Ilia Topuria vs. Petr Yan: The 2021 Superfight That Could Have Shaken Two Divisions
In 2021, the UFC was overflowing with rising stars, but few carried the same electric volatility as Ilia Topuria and Petr Yan. Though they competed in different divisions, the idea of these two precision-driven predators sharing the Octagon became one of those whispered “what if” scenarios among hardcore fans — a fantasy matchup built on violence, technique, and the kind of competitive fire that defines champions.
Eric J Herrholz
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Steven Asplund: From Massive Weight Loss to UFC Breakout Star
Steven Asplund’s story resonates beyond MMA. It’s a reminder that transformation is possible, that discipline compounds, and that the hardest battles often happen before anyone is watching. From massive weight loss to a Fight of the Night UFC debut, his rise is proof that persistence still matters in combat sports. Judging by his trajectory, this is only the beginning.

Austin Jones
Dec 14, 20253 min read


PAYTON TALBOTT READY TO SHOW THE WORLD HIS STAND‑UP GAME
He wants a striker. He wants a firefight. He wants to show the world his stand‑up game.
Talbott’s camp has been vocal about the evolution of his striking — sharper combinations, improved footwork, and a level of confidence that only comes from surviving the deep end of the wrestling pool. After three straight grappling-heavy matchups, he’s hungry to remind fans why he was considered one of the most dangerous young strikers on the roster in the first place.
Eric J Herrholz
Dec 14, 20251 min read


UFC 323 Breakdown: What Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan Each Must To Do Win
At UFC 323 the world watches to see if Dvalishvili can do something history has never seen, defend a UFC title four times in one calendar year. Yan returns looking to avenge his loss, reestablish himself as a force in the UFC bantamweight division, and claim his throne.
Their first fight ended in a decisive win for The Machine with a commanding display of wrestling, pressure, and control. This rematch will test whether Yan has learned from that defeat and whether Dvalishvi

Austin Jones
Nov 28, 20253 min read


UFC 322 Breakdown: What Islam Makhachev & Jack Della Maddalena Must Do to Win
UFC 322 delivers one of the most intriguing stylistic clashes in recent memory: Islam Makhachev, the pound-for-pound king and lightweight champion moving up to welterweight, versus Jack Della Maddalena, the Australian sharpshooter with elite boxing, patience, and lethal finishing instincts.

Austin Jones
Nov 14, 20253 min read
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