Evolve MMA’s free online workouts to feature Sam-a Gaiyanghadao, Roshan Mainam, Aleksi Toivonen

Evolve MMA is giving the martial arts community a massive boost as the world copes with the challenge of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. The Singapore-based gym is offering a full-schedule of daily online sessions that everyone can avail of for free. On March 27, 2020, Evolve MMA closed its doors for the first time ever … Continue reading Evolve MMA’s free online workouts to feature Sam-a Gaiyanghadao, Roshan Mainam, Aleksi Toivonen

Belarus to host ‘UFC 249’ Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson bout amid COVID-19 pandemic?

Belarus is seen as a possible host country of "UFC 249," which will be headlined by reigning UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov, 31, of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia and Tony “El Cucuy” Ferguson, 36, of Ventura, California, United States. Recently, UFC president Dana White confirmed once again that the event is happening despite the … Continue reading Belarus to host ‘UFC 249’ Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson bout amid COVID-19 pandemic?

The secret to Team Lakay founder Mark Sangiao’s success

For Mark Sangiao, there is no secret to his success but pure hard work, determination and the will to succeed. The Team Lakay founder and head coach recently shared some details about the early days of his mixed martial arts journey. “When I first started Team Lakay, we had just one pair of gloves which … Continue reading The secret to Team Lakay founder Mark Sangiao’s success

Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao joins ‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ in Singapore?

Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer Mark Sangiao is willing to join "The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition." For the Team Lakay founder and head coach, it will be an opportunity of a lifetime. “More than a hundred percent, I would say yes if given the chance," Sangiao said of being a contestant of "The Apprentice: ONE … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Mark Sangiao joins ‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ in Singapore?

IMMAF launches Youth Development Commission, Coaching Commission with members from Asia, Europe, Oceania, North America

The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation is delighted to introduce its Youth Development Commission. The new commission will be working closely with the federation's other commissions and committees to manage the huge demand for amateur MMA youth programs all over the world. “Our experience with our first Youth World Championships last year proved the point … Continue reading IMMAF launches Youth Development Commission, Coaching Commission with members from Asia, Europe, Oceania, North America

Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27, is one of the most explosive action heroes on the ONE Championship roster today. ONE Warrior Series CEO Rich Franklin has nothing but praises for the Igorot mixed martial artist who is training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. “He’s a phenomenal athlete and I just see … Continue reading Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Dana White to get Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson done; ‘UFC 249’ venue in Abu Dhabi, UAE?

Reigning UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov, 31, of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia and Tony “El Cucuy” Ferguson, 36, of Ventura, California, United States are eager to fight each other in the octagon. However, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may postpone their upcoming fight at "UFC 249." Mixed martial arts fans from around the world are … Continue reading Dana White to get Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson done; ‘UFC 249’ venue in Abu Dhabi, UAE?

Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

ONE Championship athlete Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang turned 27 on March 24, 2020. In time for his birthday, the Igorot mixed martial artist training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines talked about how Manny Pacquiao served as his role model. “Growing up watching the rise of Manny Pacquiao, I was motivated to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Founded by Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer Mark "The Machine" Sangiao, Team Lakay is a household name in the global MMA community. Based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines, it has produced several world champions and it is revered as one of the premier MMA teams in Asia Pacific. As such, Team Lakay fighters function as … Continue reading 13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Undefeated BRAVE CF fighter Khamzat Chimaev honored in Sweden as Breakthrough Athlete of the Year

BRAVE Combat Federation athlete Khamzat “Borz” Chimaev, 25, of Sweden continues to pile up awards for a historic rise to the top ahead of the first world title shot of his career, which has been postponed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The undefeated Chechen-Swedish mixed martial artist recently received a recognition in his home … Continue reading Undefeated BRAVE CF fighter Khamzat Chimaev honored in Sweden as Breakthrough Athlete of the Year