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Mixed martial arts just became a compulsory event at Nigeria's biggest sporting competition, opening doors for fighters nationwide. The 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu will mark the first time MMA athletes compete alongside traditional sports on the national stage.
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A South African fighter who left school at 11 to support his sick mother is now defending his championship title in front of his hometown crowd. Nkosi Ndebele's journey from selling chickens on Diepsloot streets to MMA stardom shows how determination can overcome any obstacle.
Vicky Singh Tomkyal guards parking lots by night and trains for professional MMA fights by day with nothing but a pillow, a cylinder, and determination. The Uttarakhand athlete's story is inspiring thousands while proving dreams don't need fancy equipment to survive.
Former Heisman winner Johnny Manziel stepped into the MMA ring for the first time and walked away with a knockout victory. The ex-NFL quarterback showed the same competitive spirit that made him a college football legend.
Former actress Gina Carano returns to MMA after 17 years, crediting her comeback fight with saving her life during her darkest moments. The 44-year-old transformed her health and found renewed purpose preparing to face fellow pioneer Ronda Rousey on Saturday.
Vietnam's creative marketing community is getting a new platform designed to turn bold ideas into real business results. The MMA Creative Summit 2026 launches April 24 in Ho Chi Minh City, bringing together the country's brightest minds in advertising, branding, and media.
UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey is stepping back into the cage this May to face fellow pioneer Gina Carano in a dream matchup eight years in the making. The fight celebrates two women who changed combat sports forever.
In a German city where extremist groups use martial arts to recruit young people, one gym is offering an alternative. Athletic Sonnenberg teaches MMA with a mission: create an inclusive space where everyone can train without fear.
After losing her career overnight and battling severe anxiety, Gina Carano found purpose again through an unlikely source: her former rival. Now 44, she's fighting Ronda Rousey this weekend after transforming her life through training.
Sonam Zomba from a remote Arunachal Pradesh village just became India's MFN Strawweight Champion by defeating Russia's undefeated fighter Anna Safeeva. The fighter known as "Iron Fist" battled through injuries, stereotypes, and endless doubt to prove that grit beats fear every time.
MMA legend Ronda Rousey returned after a decade away to submit Gina Carano in just 15 seconds, rewriting her legacy on her own terms. The emotional comeback showed what's possible when athletes get to choose their final chapter.
Former MMA fighter Gina Carano shed over 100 pounds in one year to step back into the cage against Ronda Rousey, inspiring her opponent in ways neither fighter expected. Their comeback fight became a story about reclaiming your body, your passion, and your light.
MMA pioneer Ronda Rousey returned after 10 years away from the sport to submit her hero Gina Carano in just 15 seconds, calling it the perfect way to rewrite her story. The emotional comeback fight brought two trailblazers together and sparked a conversation about better pay for fighters.
Justin Gaethje became one of MMA's most feared strikers while fighting half-blind for years. The UFC star couldn't see properly until 16 fights into his career, when he finally afforded the surgery that changed everything.
After nearly 10 years away from the cage, Ronda Rousey proved she still has it by defeating Gina Carano with her signature armbar in just 17 seconds. The heartwarming reunion of two MMA pioneers showed that some skills never fade.
MMA champion Francis Ngannou handed his entire $100,000 performance bonus to the fighter he just knocked out, saying his opponent deserved the recognition. The generous gesture came after Ngannou earned $1.5 million for his Saturday night victory.
Patrick "Star Boi" Ocheme delivered a spectacular flying knee knockout at PFL Africa's historic debut in Lagos, thrilling the home crowd despite the main event's disappointing outcome. The Professional Fighters League brought world-class mixed martial arts to Nigeria for the first time, showcasing African talent on a landmark night for the sport.
Olympic medalist and UFC legend Ronda Rousey is ending her decade-long retirement to challenge how fighters get paid. She's not just stepping back into the ring—she's building a new path as a promoter who wants to give athletes their power back.
Cameroonian UFC star Ateba Gautier credits his twin rescue kittens as one of 2025's highlights alongside three knockout wins. The 23-year-old middleweight's unusual training companions helped him adjust to life in Manchester and rocket through the ranks.
Twenty-three-year-old Marwan Rahiki knocked out his opponent in the first round at UFC Perth, maintaining his perfect record of finishing every fight he's ever had. The Moroccan featherweight's victory in front of 13,000 fans marks his rapid rise as one of the sport's most exciting young talents.
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