"UFC 249" will still happen on April 18, 2020 in the United States amid the new coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. While some mixed martial arts fans are delighted, the Ultimate Fighting Championship's decision to hold an event during a pandemic is frowned upon by others including BRAVE Combat Federation president Mohammed Shahid. "Everyone is losing something … Continue reading BRAVE CF boss: ‘UFC 249’ misrepresents MMA as a sport
ONE Championship’s ‘Franklin Speaking’ podcast hosted by Rich Franklin; Brian Cain is premiere episode’s guest
ONE Championship is introducing its newest content stacks “Franklin Speaking,” a video podcast created and hosted by Rich “Ace” Franklin. The premiere episode will launch on the Singapore-based martial arts promotion’s official YouTube channel on April 6, 2020 with Brian Cain as the guest. Best known as the foremost authority on Mental Performance Mastery (MPM), … Continue reading ONE Championship’s ‘Franklin Speaking’ podcast hosted by Rich Franklin; Brian Cain is premiere episode’s guest
ONE Championship vs UFC between Xiong Jingnan and Weili Zhang? Chatri Sityodtong weighs in
A superfight between athletes from ONE Championship and the Ultimate Fighting Champion is still a fantasy. The possibility of making this a reality was brought up on April 2, 2020 during the Facebook Live Q&A hosted by ONE Championship chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. Fans were invited to send in questions on a variety of … Continue reading ONE Championship vs UFC between Xiong Jingnan and Weili Zhang? Chatri Sityodtong weighs in
Iceland’s 20 most handsome men alive 2020
Volcanically and geogically active, Iceland is one of the most interesting countries in the world. The Nordic island country has the world's highest trade union membership and has the smallest population among the 30 member states of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Despite a high latitude just outside the Arctic Circle, Iceland has a temperate … Continue reading Iceland’s 20 most handsome men alive 2020
Hopes of Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 remain alive
It has been almost five years since the final bell sounded on the Fight of the Century, in which five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. of the United States and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines went the distance with one another. The former won by unanimous decision, and while that result came … Continue reading Hopes of Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 remain alive
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
