By Tio Falase – MMA News, Opinions & more
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From Fight Nights to Global Franchises: The Commercialisation of Combat Sports in the Last Decade
Over the past ten years, combat sports have undergone a transformation that goes far beyond the action inside the ring or cage. What was once a gritty, niche spectacle in many parts of the world has evolved into a polished, global entertainment product—complete with influencer crossovers, billion-dollar media deals, and algorithm-driven promotion. The commercialisation of…
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Carlos Ulberg Shocks the World – UFC 327 Results
OFFICIAL RESULT: Carlos Ulberg def. Jiří Procházka via KO (punches) at 3:45 of R1 Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg — Round 1 Round 1 opened with Carlos Ulberg chopping to the outside leg immediately. He landed another one as Jiri Prochazkabounced in his usual rhythm, switching stances and shifting his head off-line. Ulberg stayed disciplined early, returning to…
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Has MMA Actually Got Worse?
Mixed Martial Arts has always been defined by rapid evolution. In its earliest years, the sport functioned almost as a laboratory for martial arts styles. Fighters entered competitions representing disciplines such as Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, boxing, or kickboxing, and early contests often resembled experiments more than fully developed sporting contests. Over time, however, MMA evolved…
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UFC 325 Results and Reaction
Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes – The Champion’s Composure in a Razor-Close War RESULT: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45) If this was supposed to be a potential swan song for Alexander Volkanovski, he certainly didn’t fight like a man ready to walk away. Instead, the longtime featherweight king delivered…
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UFC 325: Preview and Analysis
Back-to-back numbered cards to start the UFC year, and on this occasion, we’re heading to the land down under for UFC 325, where two-time Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski will defend his title against talented Brazilian Diego Lopes in a rematch from UFC 314, where Volkanovski won via unanimous decision to gain the throne. UFC 325…
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