‘They’re completely different’ American kickboxing coach Javier Mendez claims Islam Makhachev doesn’t have Khabib’s personality despite comparable fighting style

Javier Mendez, the founder of American Kickboxing Academy, disagrees with the notion that the No. 4 ranked lightweight Islam Makhachev has often been compared to his longtime buddy and training partner Khabib Nurmagomedov owing to their similar fighting styles. Islam Makhachev‘s performance has prompted many to compare him to fellow Dagestani Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is … Read more

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135-pound GOAT T.J. Dillashaw coming for the title: Aljamain Sterling, “see why I’m confident that the rat cheater TJ will be cheating again”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: TJ Dillashaw reacts during open workouts at Gleason's Gym on January 16, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

T.J. Dillashaw, a former two-time UFC bantamweight champion, has a strong record with 17 wins out of 21 octagon appearances, eight of which came by way of knockout, while the American has also suffered four defeats. In 2019, Lieutenant Dan was accused and found guilty of using drug substances (EPO) while he was competing against … Read more

Saifullah Nayem

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Business undergrad and has been a culer since childhood, currently working as a combat sportswriter at SportsZion. Aside from sports, he is passionate about marketing and business-related activities.

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“He does three things perfect” former UFC legend Chael Sonnen’s advice to up coming fighters comes as incredible compliment for Conor McGregor

In a recent episode of Beyond the Fight, Chael Sonnen, an American submission-grabbing promoter and seasoned analyst, commented on Conor McGregor‘s wrestling training on film and offered advice on his YouTube channel. McGregor has improved his fighting techniques and worked hard on his physique since his last bout. The former UFC Lightweight and Featherweight champion … Read more

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Aljamain Sterling drops a bombshell on T.J. Dillashaw’s current drug usages

Aljamain Sterling vs TJ Dillashaw Purse Payouts Salaries

Aljamain Sterling, the current UFC Bantamweight champion, has a solid record of 21 wins out of his 24 MMA appearances. The former CFFC Bantamweight Champion has won and successfully defended the Bantamweight title against Petr Yan. Now the funk master is set to take down T.J.Dillashaw in the UFC 280 co-main event on October 23, … Read more

Saifullah Nayem

225 articles

Business undergrad and has been a culer since childhood, currently working as a combat sportswriter at SportsZion. Aside from sports, he is passionate about marketing and business-related activities.

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“I really wanted to do a five-round fight” Dustin Poirier primed for octagon comeback vs Michael Chandler

Dustin Poirier is set to feature in UFC 281 against the former lightweight title challenger, Michael Chandler, on November 12 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.  Poirier is widely known for his aggression and attitude, though he lost his last bout against Oliveira in December 2021. After that, this is the first time … Read more

Saifullah Nayem

225 articles

Business undergrad and has been a culer since childhood, currently working as a combat sportswriter at SportsZion. Aside from sports, he is passionate about marketing and business-related activities.

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Conor McGregor Spills Beans for Using ‘War Songs’ as UFC Octagon Entrance Theme

Conor Mcgregor

“The Notorious Conor McGregor”- is one of the most iconic things that has ever been said inside the UFC octagon. Every time the ring announcers introduce the Irishman using his moniker, it sends shivers amongst the crowd as well as the people watching from home. Being the biggest name in the franchise’s history, his name … Read more

Shadman Ishrak

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“it was nothing personal” Dana White responds to rumors on avoiding Khabib Nurmagomedov’s text messages

Khabib and Dana White

After allegedly leaving Khabib Nurmagomedov on read, UFC President Dana White has had to explain why he did not respond to text messages sent by the former champ. Dana White and Khabib Nurmagomedov have a very good relationship. Ever since the undefeated Russian left the UFC, and started his own promotion, he has been very … Read more

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“These guys think they celebrity” Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn’t want cousins to be prideful on receiving fan mails

Khabib Nurmagomedov

The Nurmagomedovs are household names in the martial arts community. With multiple family members actively fighting in different promotions, the Dagestan-born athletes are some of the best fighters in their respective divisions. The most iconic fighter who bears that surname is Khabib Nurmagomedov.  The undefeated Khabib is known for his humility, devotion to God, and … Read more

Shadman Ishrak

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Watch Khabib Nurmagomedov manhandle Luke Rockhold in Ground and Pound

Khabib Nurmagomedov

A video of Khabib Nurmagomedov manhandling Luke Rockhold in training has gone viral. The clip shows dominating Rockhold on the ground as the American prepares for his UFC return. Following his retirement in 2020, Khabib Nurmagomedov has been rather busy. He has launched his own promotion- Eagle FC, as well as coach fighters such as … Read more

Shadman Ishrak

273 articles

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Jan Blachowicz Drops Truth Bomb on Fighting Aleksander Rakic Ahead of UFC Vegas 54

Jan Blachowicz

Jan Blachowicz says he wants to kick “Aleksander Rakic’s a*s” ahead of their UFC Vegas 54 main event this upcoming Sunday. With UFC 274 barely out of people’s minds, the UFC is headlining with another blockbuster event this coming week. Even though it is not a pay-per-view event, Blachowicz vs Rakic promises to be a … Read more

Shadman Ishrak

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