This weekend, fight fans around the world are in for a treat as the UFC heads to Australia for the highly anticipated UFC 293 event. Set to take place on Saturday, September 9, at the Qudos Bank Arena, this Pay-Per-View spectacle promises to deliver an electrifying night of Mixed Martial Arts action. While all eyes will undoubtedly be on the middleweight championship bout between reigning champion Israel Adesanya and challenger Sean Strickland, the entire main card is loaded with compelling matchups. Let's delve into what's in store for UFC 293. Main Event: Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland The main event of the evening is nothing short of a blockbuster showdown. Israel Adesanya, the middleweight champion, is returning to the octagon with an impressive record of 24 wins and 2 losses. Hailing from Auckland, New Zealand, and proudly representing Nigeria, where he was born, Adesanya is a force to be reckoned with. Ranked No. 5 on the men's pound-for-pound rankings, "The Last Stylebender" boasts an astounding 16 knockout victories, six of which occurred in the first round. His resume is adorned with triumphs over esteemed MMA figures like Alex Pereira, Robert Whittaker, and Anderson Silva. Adesanya's quest is to solidify his second title reign, making him a formidable adversary for anyone who dares to challenge him. On the other side of the octagon, we have the No. 5-ranked middleweight, Sean Strickland, hailing from Corona, California. Armed with a record of 27 wins and 5 losses, Strickland is on a mission to seize the championship and etch the most significant victory of his career. His versatile skill set includes 11 knockout wins and four submission victories, with an impressive track record of first-round finishes in nine instances. Strickland brings a diverse arsenal to the fight, making this clash with Adesanya all the more intriguing. Main Card: Other Thrilling Matchups The main card doesn't stop with the main event. It kicks off with an exhilarating light-heavyweight encounter between Tyson Pedro and Anton Turkalj. Both fighters enter the octagon on the back of losses, hungry to restore their records. While their physical attributes are nearly identical, their fighting styles differ significantly, with Pedro known for his striking prowess and Turkalj as a skilled grappler. Next up, we have heavyweight contenders Justin Tafa and Austin Lane. This bout is especially enticing as it marks a rematch between these two fighters, following their first clash that ended in a no contest. Familiarity adds an extra layer of excitement to this contest, and though Lane holds the edge in physical attributes, their numbers reveal striking-heavy approaches that could ignite another thrilling encounter. Highly-touted undefeated fighter Felipe Dos Santos makes his UFC debut at UFC 293, taking on the experienced Manuel Kape. This is a formidable test for Dos Santos, who possesses a slight advantage in physical attributes. However, as Dos Santos steps into the UFC for the first time, it's challenging to predict how he'll perform against the seasoned Kape. Finally, the co-main event features heavyweights Tai Tuivasa and Alexander Volkov. This matchup has the potential to steal the show, offering fans a possible 'Fight of the Night' performance. Tuivasa seeks redemption following a recent loss, while Volkov enters the octagon on a victorious streak. Volkov holds a significant physical advantage, but the numbers suggest a fairly even matchup, promising an intriguing battle. As the MMA world eagerly awaits UFC 293, there's no doubt that this event will deliver unforgettable moments and fierce competition. Whether you're a fan of Adesanya, Strickland, or any of the other talented fighters on the card, this weekend's showdown in Australia is not to be missed. Stay tuned for what promises to be a night of thrilling action inside the octagon.

Tyson Fury has expressed his willingness to compete against Francis Ngannou in an MMA fight following their upcoming boxing match. Scheduled for October, this highly anticipated showdown between 'The Gypsy King' and 'The Predator' marks Fury's return to the boxing ring after his last victory against Derek Chisora. Although Fury's WBC heavyweight title will not be up for grabs, this bout promises to be a historic event as it will be the first time in combat sports history that a reigning boxing lineal heavyweight champion faces a top-tier MMA fighter like Ngannou. For Francis Ngannou, the boxing match signifies a major career shift, being his first-ever venture into the world of professional boxing. To facilitate his transition, Ngannou has sought the guidance of legendary boxer Mike Tyson, who has shared training videos on social media In a recent interview with TNT Sports before a press conference, Tyson Fury revealed his interest in a potential MMA rematch against Francis Ngannou. This announcement comes as no surprise, as earlier this year, Fury had hinted at discussions with the UFC about facing Jon Jones. Fury's confidence in an MMA rematch with Ngannou is evident in his statement: "I'd like to fight Ngannou in the cage, I think I could beat him, for sure." He went on to emphasize that Ngannou's strengths lie primarily in striking, which he believes he can surpass. Fury boldly claimed that with the smaller MMA gloves, he could knock Ngannou out within seconds. “He’s not a good jiu-jitsu man, he’s not a good wrestler, he’s known for striking, and I’m a better striker than him! With the little gloves, I’d knock him out in seconds.” He continued to underline his readiness for MMA by mentioning his proficiency in various aspects of the sport, including grappling, striking, and even employing elbow strikes. Fury referenced his training sessions with MMA fighter Darren Till as proof of his capabilities in the cage. Can Fury defeat Ngannou in a MMA battle? Comment and let us know.

Sean Strickland is rising to the occasion and is loving the underdog spot, its motivates him. In yesterday's press confrence he reminded me of legendary fighter and former Champion Don "The Preditor" Frye not because he was wearing a cowboy hat and rugged looks but because of his attitude towards fighting and how he criticsizes fighters who paint their hair and do their nails like his opponent for saturday night non other than the middleweight champ Israel Adesanya. Also because he has worked his way to the top by beating top contenders to get his title shot. Strickland has defenitly has won his shot, but not many give him a chance of winning and they forget something very important is that Strickland has nothing to lose and that makes him really dangerous. I think its going to be a good fight and I believe Strickland win or lose he will get everyones respect.

Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn stated in an interview that Light heavyweight world champion Dimitri Bivol will return on either the 2nd or 9th of december. The funny thing is that they dont say against who. I believe that they have no idea who he will be fighting. Bivol hasnt fought in 10 months since he beat Ramirez on november 5th of last year. This is a perfect example that winning isnt everything especially if you dont sell.

A few weeks ago there were rumors of a potencial clash between Munguia v.s Berlanga was in the works and many including myself were excited about the fight. Sadly Im hear to say that it wont be happenning this year thats for sure, so dont keep your hope's up on this one. Munguia's promotor Óscar De La Hoya stated in a interview that Berlanga's team prefered to go a different route. Meanwhile in Goldenboy Promotions they are in negociations with two big names in the super middleweight division to take Munguia to the next level, for now they will keep it a secret until negociations are complete. As a fan I really wanted to see this fight, Mexico v.s Puerto Rico fights are alway great ones. Sadly Berlanga's team doesnt think he is ready for the big dogs just yet.

In the world of mixed martial arts, the debate over who holds the title of the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) is a never-ending conversation. Fighters rise and fall, records are broken, and legacies are built. However, in the lead-up to UFC 293, Israel Adesanya, the reigning middleweight champion, had some surprising words about his fellow fighter, Alexander Volkanovski, that have ignited a fresh discussion about the MMA GOAT. Volkanovski, the current UFC featherweight champion, has been on a remarkable run in the sport. Undefeated in the featherweight division and boasting only two career losses, his credentials as a top-tier fighter are undeniable. One of those losses occurred early in his career in a different weight class, while the other was a closely contested battle against Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title. Some fans and experts believed that Volkanovski did enough to secure the win in that fight. During a media day interview ahead of UFC 293, where Adesanya was set to defend his middleweight title against Sean Strickland, he was asked about his place in the pantheon of MMA greats. His response was both surprising and a testament to his respect for Volkanovski's skills. Adesanya stated, "I was chasing the greatest of all time, and I still think I'm one of the greatest of all time, but I put Alex Volkanovski as the greatest of all time in my eyes." Adesanya went on to praise his friend and fellow fighter, expressing admiration for Volkanovski's fighting style and labeling him as one of his favorite fighters in the history of the sport. This unexpected endorsement from a fighter of Adesanya's caliber certainly turned heads and sparked discussions among MMA enthusiasts worldwide. "I know I'm the best, I know I'm the best, and I'm not done yet. I'm still going," Adesanya confidently stated. "So, I know when it's all said and done, I'll be the best." Adesanya's resume speaks for itself. With a professional record of 24-2 and an impressive 13-2 inside the UFC Octagon, he has defended his middleweight title five times. His list of notable victories includes names like Robert Whittaker (twice), Anderson Silva, Alex Pereira, Yoel Romero, and Jared Cannonier, among others. These accomplishments put Adesanya firmly in the conversation as one of the greatest fighters of his era. Who is the GOAT according to you? Comment and let us know.

Sean O'Malley, the current UFC Bantamweight Champion, is in no rush to jump into a potential showdown with the boxing superstar, Gervonta Davis. Fresh from his triumph at UFC 292, where he defeated Aljamain Sterling to claim the UFC bantamweight title, O'Malley finds himself as one of the most popular combat atheletes. Having secured the most significant victory of his UFC career, O'Malley is carefully considering his future challenges. One notable contender on his radar is Marlon Vera, a fighter he lost to earlier in his career. O'Malley is eager to set the record straight in a rematch, showcasing his relentless drive to improve as a fighter. However, it's O'Malley's persistent desire for a boxing bout with Gervonta Davis that has garnered the most attention. Despite his enthusiasm for the matchup, O'Malley recognizes that the fight may not materialize in the immediate future. He's not pushing for an immediate showdown, understanding the importance of timing and preparation. In his words, "I need to go out there and knock out my next guy, he needs to go out there and continue to build himself, and then we can have a Conor-Floyd situation." I'm just planting the seeds and letting it grow. I would love that fight. T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, the Suga Show versus Gervonta. I just think it could definitely happen and I'd love to make it happen someday." O'Malley also acknowledges that he and Davis are not as famous as McGregor and Mayweather were when they fought. However, he's planting the seeds for the future, envisioning a grand showdown in the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. On the other side of the equation, Davis' trainer has expressed doubts about O'Malley's chances in the boxing ring, suggesting that the fight might end swiftly in just a few minutes. Despite this skepticism, O'Malley maintains unwavering confidence in his abilities and his potential to succeed in such a high-stakes bout. Do you want to see Sean O'Malley vs Gervonta Davis? Comment and let us know.

Most old school fight fans know that Joe "Diesel" Riggs and Nick Diaz dont like eachother, they fought once in the UFC and then in the hospital that same night on febuary 4th 2006. Its been almost 20 years since that fight but the animosity lives on. Riggs would love a boxing bout against Diaz and knock him out. Especially since so-called experts say he has such good stricking, Riggs wants to test that. As a fan it would be a great fight if Diaz would dare to be great and take on a tuff brawler like Riggs but lets be honest that slap boxing may work in MMA but we saw how Nate didnt even tickle soft youtuber Jake Paul, so that slap boxing or tip tap stuff wont fly in real boxing. On the other hand Riggs has been trainning only hands and has been doing bare knuckle fighting the past few years, it really doesnt get tuffer than that. Well the Rigg's team has been trying to make the fight happen , let's see how ganster Nick Diaz really is, or is it just for show.

Famous Youtuber and boxer Logan Paul is set to fight Dillon Danis for october 14th in Manchester Arena in England. Do you really think it will happen? Dillon is a mma fighter who has never boxed in his life and is only good for making sexest coments and picking on girls on social media. Here he will fight Logan who is a big guy who has boxed. Danis is known for backing out of fights in the past, so we wont be surprised of he does it again. Paul will fight an mma fighter with zero boxing experience just to get another win and a good paycheck. Lets face it the Paul brothers sell but when are we going to get tired of them fighting non boxers and guys that are payed to not win. Logan and Jake need to make a real statement against a good real pro fighter so we could believe it. Danis is no hard fighter, the hardest part of Danis is probably his coliflower ear, he has zero boxing. I heard Joe "Diesel" Riggs managment team reached out to the Paul brothers and to the infamous Diaz brothers and they didnt want the fight at the moment because they might break a nail. So fight fans its up to you to ask these coward trying to box to fight real ringers and not non boxers. We are in a time where fighters dont want tuff fights, they want easy non risk fights that will pay well not thinking about the viewer that pays to watch. Wake up fight fans and stop supporting these clowns if they dont want to test themselves.

Gabriel "Tanque" Garcia is looking to get back to the top of the Cruiserweight división. He will see action on the 28th of october in Colima México in the undercard of Joe"Diesel" Riggs v.s Ortiz fight. He will be fighting for the W.B.L Intercontinental Super Cruiserweight Title against a top ranked opponent. Negociations against his rival are still being held, so we will soon know who the opponent is.

Joe "Diesel" Riggs will make his boxing return in october 28th in Colima México. Riggs has just signed with FIGHT.TV and they are going for all the marbles. Riggs decided to fight in october against tuff mexican fighter Ricardo "Dinamita" Ortiz . His nickname says it all and thats exactly what Riggs wants, he wants to fight good fighters with ranking. This fight will be for the W.B.L International super Cruiserweight Title. Ricardo "Dinamita" Ortiz is a real boxer, he isnt no Youtuber or influencer or MMA fighter trying to box. Riggs made the decisión to fight Ortiz because negociations with the Paul brothers and the Diaz brothers didnt go far because they didnt want to loose and they cant pay Riggs enough to take a dive either. In the negociations it really seems they dont want any of the "Diesels" smoke.

Bruno Valfrid Ahlberg (born 23 April 1911 – 9 February 1966) was a Finnish boxer who competed in the 1932 and 1936 Summer Olympics. In 1932 he became the first Finnish boxer to win an Olympic medal, a bronze in the welterweight division. Four years later he lost his first bout in the middleweight competition. Alhberg first competed nationally in ski jumping and swimming. He then changed to boxing and won the national titles in 1932 and 1933, placing second in 1935 representing Kiffen. After the 1936 Olympics he turned professional and had series of matches in South Africa (1937), United States (1939) and Europe (1938 and 1940–41). He retired in 1941 with a record of 11 wins, 9 losses and 5 draws. In 2008 he was inducted into the Finnish Boxing Hall of Fame.