Merab Dvalishvili Plans To Humble “Russian Bully” Petr Yan: ‘Beating Him Is Better Than Winning The Title’

UFC bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili is planning an emphatic victory over Petr Yan this weekend — one that he says will feel more satisfying than holding gold. After the drama and intrigue on offer at T-Mobile Arena this past weekend, the MMA l…

UFC bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili is planning an emphatic victory over Petr Yan this weekend — one that he says will feel more satisfying than holding gold. After the drama and intrigue on offer at T-Mobile Arena this past weekend, the MMA leader is making the short trip to The Theater at Virgin Hotels in…

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Former UFC Title Challenger Jeff Monson Renounces US Citizenship, Proclaims ‘Love For Russia’

Former UFC title challenger and two-time ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship winner Jeff Monson has revealed plans to renounce his American citizenship. Monson built a career in combat sports that spanned 25 years and included over 100 profess…

Former UFC title challenger and two-time ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championship winner Jeff Monson has revealed plans to renounce his American citizenship. Monson built a career in combat sports that spanned 25 years and included over 100 professional fights. During it, “The Snowman” competed under notable banners like Strikeforce, PRIDE, DREAM, and M-1 Global, facing names…

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MMA Fighter/Armed Robber Awarded Medal From Putin After Serving In Ukraine

An Armenian MMA fighter and convicted armed robber has been rewarded with a medal for courage by Russian president Vladimir Putin after he served in Ukraine. It’s been nearly a year since the Russian war effort got underway in Ukraine, with the i…

An Armenian MMA fighter and convicted armed robber has been rewarded with a medal for courage by Russian president Vladimir Putin after he served in Ukraine. It’s been nearly a year since the Russian war effort got underway in Ukraine, with the invasion beginning last February. Since then, countless civilians and soldiers have lost their…

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Petr Yan Sanctioned By Ukraine For ‘Actively Supporting’ Russian War Effort

Former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan has been included on a list of Russian athletes who’ve been sanctioned by the Ukrainian parliament. The European nation is currently in the midst of a conflict with Russia, which began when rising tension…

Former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan has been included on a list of Russian athletes who’ve been sanctioned by the Ukrainian parliament. The European nation is currently in the midst of a conflict with Russia, which began when rising tension turned to an invasion from the Vladimir Putin-led country this past February. In the months…

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WBC Rules Russian/Belarusian Boxers Will Be Cut From Rankings

The World Boxing Council (WBC) has announced the removal of Russian and Belarusian boxers from its set of rankings due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. As well as the immense impact that Russia’s invasion has had on Ukraine, which includes the…

The World Boxing Council (WBC) has announced the removal of Russian and Belarusian boxers from its set of rankings due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. As well as the immense impact that Russia’s invasion has had on Ukraine, which includes the Eastern European country suffering immense military and civilian losses, Vladimir Putin’s decision to wage…

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Russian MMA Fighter Dies After Apparent Bout Of Food Poisoning

A Russian MMA fighter has passed away following a suspected bout of food poisoning. 33-year-old Alexander Pisarev, who trained out of Moscow’s Tomahawk team, is reported to have suddenly died late last month. The cause of death is currently unkno…

A Russian MMA fighter has passed away following a suspected bout of food poisoning. 33-year-old Alexander Pisarev, who trained out of Moscow’s Tomahawk team, is reported to have suddenly died late last month. The cause of death is currently unknown, but food poisoning has been named as a possibility. Among the mixed reports, Russian news…

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