3 months ago

Islam Makhachev, Khabib Nurmagomedov Enjoy Padel as Kamaru Usman Talk Heats Up

Islam and Khabib were spotted this week playing padel in Dubai, a rare break after UFC 322 crowned Islam the welterweight champion. Manager Ali Abdelaziz said they’re discussing the next defense and ex-champion Usman is “on the list,” calling it “most interesting and watchable” for fans. #4 Belal Muhammad pushed back, saying Usman is the “easier” option versus hotter contenders.

By Afnan Chougle

3 months ago

Khabib and Umar Upset After Teammate Kasum Kasumov Gets KOed at PFL Dubai

Kasumov’s bantamweight run stumbled at PFL Dubai when ex-UFC veteran Lapilus poured on strikes for a Round 2 TKO. Khabib worked the corner, while Umar watched from the crowd as the Dagestani absorbed the stoppage—his second pro defeat. The loss drops Kasumov to 16-3 and dents his Road to Dubai momentum on a card topped by teammate Usman’s title defense.

By Afnan Chougle

3 months ago

Michael Morales Targets June Return, Floats JDM as Possible Opponent

Morales says he expects to fight in June but has no deal yet. “Oh, no, not yet. Maybe June,” he said, stressing, “We don’t know who.” Pressed on names, he mentioned the ex-welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena, calling it a possible matchup, and also floated champion Islam as a wild option. “Maybe JDM… but belt time coming soon,” Morales added.

By Afnan Chougle

3 months ago

Jon Jones Blasts “A**hole” Who Leaked His Arthritis Talk After Viral Running Clip

Jones addressed a leaked chat about his hip arthritis after a clip of him running stiffly at a celebrity flag-football game went viral. He said a young acquaintance recorded him with Meta Smart Glasses and posted it. “That wasn’t for everybody to hear,” Jones said, calling the leaker an “a*shole.” He confirmed the arthritis, saying lifelong training “comes with it.”

By Afnan Chougle

3 months ago

Usman Nurmagomedov Submits Alfie Davis in Round 3 to Retain PFL Title

Usman Nurmagomedov kept his PFL lightweight belt Saturday in Dubai, choking out tournament winner Alfie Davis in Round 3 at Coca-Cola Arena. Khabib Nurmagomedov coached cageside as his cousin stayed unbeaten. Ahead of the fight, the champ promised, “This belt stays with me for a long time.” The win cements him as PFL’s pound-for-pound anchor to open the 2026 season.

By Afnan Chougle

3 months ago

Jakub Wikłacz Secures Last-Second Choke to Finish Muin Gafurov at UFC Vegas 113

After Gafurov missed weight (141 catchweight), Wiklacz punished him with kicks, then banked long top control in Round 2. He nearly took the back with a rear-naked choke late in the second. Late Round 3, Gafurov shot again and Wiklacz snapped on a mounted guillotine. Gafurov’s tap came at 4:59, triggering a quick review before officials confirmed the submission win.

By Adarsh Ojha

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