In a thrilling display of skill and resilience, Jean Matsumoto secured a remarkable victory over Dan Argueta at UFC Vegas 90, moving his undefeated streak to 15-0. Throughout the fight, Matsumoto faced relentless takedown attempts from Argueta, showcasing his defensive prowess and determination to stay in the game. Despite finding himself on the bottom multiple times, Matsumoto never wavered in his focus. As the fight progressed, Matsumoto seized a pivotal moment with just one second remaining in Round 2. Applying a tight arm-in guillotine choke, he forced Argueta to tap out at the 4:59 mark, securing the victory dramatically. The guillotine choke has been a reliable weapon for Matsumoto in previous fights, and its effectiveness once again proved crucial in this high-stakes matchup. Following his victory, Matsumoto expressed his elation and determination to continue his success in the Octagon. At just 24 years old, he sees this win as a stepping stone to more significant achievements in his career. “I’m here to prove to people it doesn’t matter where you come from,” Matsumoto shared in his post-fight interview with Michael Bisping, conveyed through an interpreter. “I come from a community outside of Sao Paulo. I ended up here. I want people to believe it.” Matsumoto's victory highlights his potential as a rising star in the bantamweight division, showcasing his ability to overcome adversity and capitalize on crucial moments in the fight.

In a dramatic five-round war at UFC Vegas 90, Brendan Allen emerged victorious in a split decision against Chris Curtis, marking a crucial moment in their rematch. Originally scheduled to face Marvin Vettori, Allen faced a sudden change when Vettori withdrew due to injury, leading to a matchup against Curtis, who previously defeated Allen by knockout in 2021. The middleweights engaged in a grueling battle that showcased their skills and determination for a full 25 minutes. Reflecting on the intense fight, Allen praised Curtis's toughness, acknowledging the challenges presented by his opponent. "Chris is tough as s***," Allen remarked. "He’s short, it’s tough to get shots on him. Short notice, hats off to Chris." The fight showcased Allen's diverse skills, with early striking success and slick takedowns demonstrating his grappling prowess. Despite Curtis's resilience and strategic body shots, Allen's constant improvement in striking allowed him to land significant shots throughout the bout. As the fight progressed, both fighters showed their durability and hunger for victory. Curtis's aggressive exchanges and Allen's calculated strikes kept the audience on the edge of their seats. A pivotal moment came in the fourth round when Allen capitalized on grappling exchanges, showcasing his control on the ground. The final round saw Allen's relentless pursuit of victory, culminating in a massive jumping knee and flurry of strikes that memorably sealed the deal. Although Curtis displayed signs of injury towards the end, both fighters exhibited incredible heart and determination until the last second. With this hard-earned win, Allen's streak continues, positioning him as a formidable contender in the middleweight division. His post-fight callouts for a title shot or a rematch with Sean Strickland reflect his ambition and readiness for elite competition in the UFC. As Allen celebrates his victory, the UFC Vegas 90 main event remains a testament to the resilience and skill of both fighters, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their future matchups.

Michael Chandle recently revealed his top five favorite fighters who inspired him as he rose through the ranks of the sport. Chandler, who last fought in a defeat against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281 in November 2022, is expected to return to the octagon to face Conor McGregor later this year, with details of the fight yet to be finalized by the UFC. Notably, Michael Chandler and McGregor served as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter Season 31 in 2023. Taking to social media platform 'X', Chandler shared his list of favorite fighters: Frankie Edgar Chael Sonnen Georges St-Pierre BJ Penn Matt Hughes Each of these fighters has left a significant mark on the MMA world. Chandler's admiration for these fighters reflects his respect for their skills, achievements, and contributions to the sport of MMA.

Yesterday in Team Combat League action, undefeated heavyweight Ardi Ndembo (8-0) was brutally knocked out by Nestor Santana. Ndembo remained on the canvas for over 10 minutes motionless. He was eventually carried out on a stretcher. League sources told me that he is currently in a medically induced coma and the prognosis is not great. Hoping for a miracle here. He moved to the USA from Congo, apparently hoping to follow in the footsteps of Francis Ngannou. Born into humble origins on the banks of the river Congo, as a young boy Ndembo grew up to the bedtime storytelling of the legendary Rumble in the Jungle bout. Inspired by role models such as Mohammad Ali and George Foreman, Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, ARDI NDEMBO developed his passion for boxing and began to show exceptional talent as a schoolboy in his native Brazzaville. We ask the combat sport community as a whole to come together and pray for Ardi Ndembo and his family. We know his teammates are torn apart and everyone is in his corner praying he can \be saved and recover. FIGHT.TV was on the scene when he was first discovered as a future contender to be following the career of. From our team to yours we truly have you in prayers. See more about ARDI NDEMBO On His Site : Ardi – ardi ndembo

Devin Haney is setting the stage for a decisive victory against Ryan Garcia in their upcoming fight on April 20, boldly declaring his intention to deliver a one-sided beatdown. "I'm going to beat the s*** out of him," Haney stated confidently. "I'm going to beat him so bad we won't need a rematch. The world won't want to see a rematch." Haney's confidence is backed by an impressive track record, having defeated top contenders such as Regis Prograis, Vasiliy Lomachenko, George Kambosos Jr. (twice), Joseph Diaz Jr., Jorge Linares, and Yuriorkis Gamboa since 2020. The 25-year-old fighter currently holds the undisputed lightweight title and is the WBC super lightweight champion, solidifying his status as one of the sport's pound-for-pound best. Reflecting on his journey, Haney expressed gratitude for reaching this pinnacle in his career. "This is a dream come true of mine. I always dreamed of being here one day, and now I am finally here," he said. "I worked so hard to get here. I sacrificed a lot to be here. On April 20, the world will see, and my hard work will pay off. The world hasn't seen the best of Devin Haney. Every fight, I'm getting better and better." However, the build-up to the fight has bee marred by Garcia's erratic behavior, which Haney has not taken lightly. "I have respect for Ryan. We shared the ring six times as kids; we came up together. But over [the promotion], I have lost a lot of respect for him," Haney remarked. "I am a true professional in everything that I do. This guy is a f***ing clown – him and his family. And I'm getting this guy out of boxing." With tensions running high and both fighters eager to prove themselves, the showdown between Haney and Garcia promises to be a fiery encounter that fans won't want to miss.

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has responded to accusations of threatening a drug tester's life in Albuquerque. Reports from ABQ Raw detailed an altercation between Jones and the tester during a routine test, alleging Jones was intoxicated and made threats, even taking the tester's phone. The tester reportedly contacted local police after leaving Jones' residence. In response, Jones took to Instagram to deny the allegations, sharing video footage showing the testers leaving his home amicably. He admitted to using profanity out of frustration but emphasized there were no threats. Jones clarified that he was celebrating a friend's birthday at the time and criticized the tester's behavior as unprofessional and a breach of protocol and HIPAA laws. “I want to address reports about me allegedly threatening a drug tester’s life and taking a phone, I want to clarify that there is a video showing both drug testers leaving my home after the testing session, where we exchanged a high five and a hug. Although I was frustrated with the unprofessionalism and used profanity out of frustration it ended friendly and amicably, nothing threatening at all. I was actually celebrating a friend’s birthday party at my home, and I believe it’s perfectly normal to celebrate in the comfort of my own home.” “I must say, this particular tester behaved quite unprofessionally and even breached standard protocol along with HIPAA laws. Throughout my 20 years of being subjected to drug tests, I have never encountered such an incident with a DCO officer before.” Jones, who is preparing to defend his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic this summer, expressed frustration with the incident, highlighting his clean record over 20 years of drug testing.

Unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk is fully focused on his upcoming showdown with WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia on May 18. The highly-anticipated clash was rescheduled from February following a cut suffered by Fury, but Usyk remains confident that the fight will happen as planned. While some members of Usyk's camp have expressed doubts about the bout, Usyk himself is unwavering in his belief that he will face Fury next month. " No, I'm not thinking about this [the fight not happening]," Usyk stated. "I don't because I think the fight will [happen]. My focus is my training, my family, and my team. I've not used Instagram now. Now it's bad for me. It's a waste of time. I read my books, I speak with my family... My focus is my camp. I don't read the news, I don't watch the world news, I'm only here. It's my preparation. My focus is only May 18, only Ring of Fire [the name of the show]." Usyk also revealed that he recently spoke with fellow Ukrainian and former Fury opponent Wladimir Klitschko about the fight, but did not disclose the details of their conversation. He believes that Fury will approach their fight differently than his last bout with Francis Ngannou, where Fury narrowly escaped an upset. "Tyson Fury will be different with my fight because it's my opinion Tyson Fury, when boxing with Francis Ngannou, maybe [he was thinking] it's a UFC guy, blah, blah, blah," Usyk said. "I win, it's an easy fight. It's my opinion. I don't know. Maybe it's true, maybe not, but I know that Tyson Fury will be different with me." The 37-year-old southpaw, with a record of 21-0 (14 KOs), last fought in September, defeating Daniel Dubois. Usyk has previously expressed a desire for a homecoming world heavyweight title fight in Ukraine. Despite his preference for outboxing opponents rather than stopping them, Usyk's ultimate goal is victory. "If I can do a KO, I will, if I can do 12 rounds, I do 12 rounds. My goal is to win. How it will be, it's God's will.

Aljamain Sterling and Din Thomas recently shared their thoughts on some Bellator fighters they believe would make great additions to the UFC. Bellator has long been a home to exceptional MMA talent, and Sterling, a former UFC bantamweight champion, is well aware of the caliber needed to succeed in the UFC. In a recent video, Thomas mentioned Patchy Mix and AJ McKee as fighters he'd like to see in the UFC. Sterling agreed and added that Vadim Nemkov and Corey Anderson are also fighters who could compete at the top of their respective divisions in the UFC. "Nemkov is pretty solid too," Sterling said. "And Corey Anderson, they never should have cut him in the first place. I mean, it’s his age now, but still, competitively, I think he could still compete with the top of the division." Thomas echoed Sterling's sentiments, praising the overall talent level in Bellator. "Those Bellator guys can fight man," Thomas said. "You know, Johnny Eblen and all them, they can fight, man, they can fight-fight." It's clear that both Sterling and Thomas believe that several Bellator fighters have what it takes to succeed in the UFC. With Bellator now under the UFC umbrella, the potential for cross-promotion and fighter crossovers is higher than ever.

PFL fighter Chelsea Hackett experienced a moment she would soon regret during her recent bout against Jena Bishop at PFL San Antonio. In the high-stakes world of the Professional Fighters League, quick finishes are key to success, earning fighters valuable points in the league's format. From the outset, Bishop was relentless in her attack, aiming for a swift victory. Despite Hackett's efforts, Bishop maintained pressure, eventually leading to a critical moment in the fight. With Bishop looking to secure an armbar, Hackett attempted to powerbomb her way out of the submission hold. However, Bishop maintained control and ultimately toppled Hackett, securing the win. While power moves like this have worked in the past, Hackett faced a determined opponent in Bishop, who refused to yield. The outcome was quick and definitive, showcasing Bishop's dominance and setting a strong tone for her campaign in the league. The Professional Fighters League is striving to establish itself as a credible alternative to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Exciting and entertaining fights, like Bishop's victory over Hackett, are key to achieving this goal. While the bout may not have been the most competitive, it certainly made a statement and added to the growing reputation of the PFL as a platform for thrilling MMA action.

Fabio Wardley, fresh from a thrilling draw with Frazer Clarke for the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles, is contemplating bypassing a potential rematch in favor of pursuing a world title opportunity. The "Bad Blood" clash between Wardley and Clarke on March 31 was hailed as one of the most exciting domestic fights in recent memory, with both fighters leaving everything in the ring. Despite the judges scoring the bout a draw, Wardley is now weighing his options for his next move. "I think I'm sixth with the WBO, 10th with the WBA, 15th maybe with the WBC," Wardley stated. "I'm in the mix for all of them to be honest. So this is the other question in terms of obviously when people ask about the rematch and stuff." Wardley's status as a free agent following his split from Matchroom Boxing and Eddie Hearn has opened up new possibilities for his career. While Clarke's promoter has suggested Johnny Fisher as an alternative opponent, Wardley believes it might be premature for Fisher to face him or Clarke. "I don't think he's there just yet," Wardley commented on Fisher. "I wouldn't like Eddie [Hearn] to over-push him and push him too far. I think he needs to go through a couple of proper fights; proper tests; be in with a real competitor." Wardley's journey to the top of the heavyweight division has been unconventional, having started his boxing career in white-collar boxing. Despite his non-traditional path, Wardley has found success in the professional ranks and hopes to inspire others to follow in his footsteps.

Mauricio Sulaiman, president of the World Boxing Council (WBC), is advocating for an expansion of the judging panel at major fights following recent controversies. Despite facing resistance to change, Sulaiman believes that increasing the number of judges could lead to more accurate decisions. Sulaiman plans to propose a plan to include six judges at ringside for the upcoming Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk bout for the undisputed heavyweight title in Saudi Arabia. He argues that having more highly skilled judges working together can improve the accuracy of scoring and reduce the risk of bad decisions. “If you have a fight when two judges don’t have a good night, that fight is decided, 2-1, by bad cards,” Sulaiman said. “If that happens with six judges, the correct fighter wins, 4-2. “We’ve had too many split decisions and majority decision fights over the last few months. This is not OK.” The call for change comes after a weekend of questionable scorecards, including a bout where judge Chris Flores scored the fight in favor of Rolando Romero, despite Romero being visibly hurt and deducted a point for holding. Sulaiman emphasizes that such decisions can have a significant impact on the outcome of fights and believes that having six judges could lead to more consistent and fair results. However, not everyone agrees with Sulaiman's proposal. Mike Mazzulli, president of the Association of Boxing Commissions, argues that three judges can effectively score a fight and questions how six judges would work in practice. Despite the opposition, Sulaiman remains committed to his plan, suggesting that placing two judges at three sides of the ring and gathering the cards to determine a majority opinion could be a viable solution. He acknowledges that there would be an additional expense to retain the services of six judges but believes that the potential controversy-free outcomes could justify the cost.

Last Saturday, March 30th, fight fans witnessed a remarkable display of skill, determination, and resilience at Impact Promotions Beatdown and Beats 2. In the spotlight was none other than Johnny Carter III, the 205 pound powerhouse whose victory in just one minute and 37 seconds left audiences in awe. He won the fight with a verbal stoppage from his opponent, tapping to strikes. Ranked as the top 205-pound amateur MMA weight class in both Florida, Alabama, and the Southeast. Johnny Carter III boasts an impressive record of 11-2 since he began competing in 2020. However, what truly sets Johnny apart is his incredible resilience and unwavering determination, forged through years of adversity and hardship. For Johnny, the path to success has been anything but easy. From experiencing homelessness to surviving a gunshot wound in 2018, he has faced challenges that would break many. Yet, it was these very challenges that fueled his fire and propelled him towards greatness. Despite his tumultuous past, Johnny found solace and purpose in martial arts from a young age. However, it wasn't until four years ago that he fully committed himself to the sport, driven by the unwavering support and encouragement of his Aunt Angela, mom, step dad, 2 younger brothers at East Mississippi College where one is a corner and other a receiver, his grandmother, late grandfather who passed away on December 27th of 2022, and his faith in God. With the guidance of his mentors and the support of his loved ones, Johnny has honed his skills tirelessly at Gracie Barra Birmingham under Khalifa Oliveira who is a 2x world medalist in Judo, 20x IBJJF 20x gold medalist and Ray Echols who is a 2x world golden glove champion. He also studies martial arts at 10th Planet Birmingham under Matt Elkins, a college wrestling champ and grappling instructor, and The Cage MMA's Peter Zahel, a 2x world kickboxing. But his dedication extends beyond the gym walls. When he's not training or dominating opponents in the cage, Johnny works as a lab tech at his local hospital, channeling his passion for helping others into his career. As a proud father of two and a devoted community member, Johnny embodies the values of resilience, compassion, and leadership. He regularly volunteers his time to support the homeless and individuals striving to rebuild their lives, demonstrating a commitment to making a positive impact both inside and outside the cage. He cares about his community and wants the youth out here to have positive role models, ones who can look up to helping others. Looking ahead, Johnny has his sights set on two upcoming fights, one in Pensacola on June 1st and the other in Birmingham on June 29th. With his unwavering determination and unyielding spirit, there's no doubt that Johnny Carter III will continue to inspire and awe audiences with his remarkable journey both inside and outside the MMA arena. In a world hungry for heroes, Johnny Carter III shines bright as a beacon of hope, resilience, and unwavering determination—a true testament to the power of the human spirit that inspires us all. It's not long until this guy goes pro, so keep your eyes on him!