Category: Sport
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Dominick Reyes: Redemption or Ruin?
There are moments in sport when history seems to tilt. For Dominick Reyes, that moment arrived in Houston on a February night in 2020. Under the bright lights of UFC 247, he went stride for stride with Jon Jones, the most decorated light heavyweight of all time. Reyes pressed forward, crisp southpaw combinations snapping through…
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UFC Paris: Full Fight Card Preview
UFC Paris: Imavov vs. Borralho takes over the Accor Arena with a stacked card featuring French stars Nassourdine Imavov and Benoît Saint-Denis, Bellator legend Patricio “Pitbull” Freire, and rising prospects like Losene Keita. Full fight-by-fight preview with analysis, breakdowns, and predictions for every matchup on the main card and prelims.
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The Downfall of USADA in the UFC
From 2015 to 2023, the UFC’s partnership with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) was billed as the gold standard for cleaning up mixed martial arts. But by late 2023, a series of flashpoints—policy carve-outs, confusing science, and a public spat over Conor McGregor’s testing status—culminated in a messy split. Beginning 1 January 2024, the…
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The Roots of Martial Arts: Kickboxing
Introduction Kickboxing, now recognised as one of the most prominent striking disciplines in combat sports, is a relatively modern creation. Emerging in the latter half of the 20th century, it represents a synthesis of multiple martial arts traditions, adapted through competitive experimentation and international exchange. This article examines its origins, technical development, and enduring appeal…
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UFC 319 Review: Chimaev Dominates, Knockouts Steal the Show
Main Event: Chimaev Becomes New Middleweight Champion Khamzat Chimaev delivered an emphatic performance to dethrone Dricus Du Plessis, securing the UFC Middleweight Championship via unanimous decision (50-44 on all scorecards). From the opening seconds, Chimaev asserted control: While dominant, Chimaev’s strategy drew mixed reactions—some praised his sheer dominance, while others criticised the wrestling-heavy approach as “boring.” Highlight…
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