Another action-packed weekend stands in front of us, starting tonight. Combate Global vow to crown an MMA Queen, while Bellator goes to Dublin where the Swedish superstar Karl Albrektsson fights his way up the ranks. In boxing, titles are on the line in both America and Britain. Here’s what you won’t want to miss.
At the Forefront of History: Interview with Hannah Rankin
On September 24th, WBA and IBO 154lb World Champion, Hannah Rankin, steps back into the ring. She faces challenger Terri Harper in Nottingham, putting her belts on the line. We spoke to Hannah ahead of her bout on Saturday, speaking about her accomplished career, future ambitions, and musical achievements.
The King: Interview with Karl Albrektsson
Karl Abrektsson is touted as one of the top Swedish athletes competing in MMA today, and with a record of 13-3, it is hard to disagree. On September 23rd, he steps into the cage again to prove his place amongst the titans of the sport.
What’s On: 16-18th September
This weekend offers some entertaining MMA bouts across different organisations, but the world of combat sports turns its main attention to the trilogy of Canelo Alvarez vs Gennady Golovkin. Here’s more about what’s on offer this weekend.
UPDATE: UFC 279
The eventful lead-up to UFC 279 has taken another turn, reshuffling the entire main card. Sparked by Khamzat Chimaev missing weight, speculations as to whether the event would go on as planned were rife, but the UFC confirmed they have updated the card. Here’s the latest.
UFC 279: The Fight Game
Things are heating up as we approach UFC 279. Headlined by Swedish superstar Khamzat Chimaev and veteran Nate Diaz, we have a superb card ahead of us despite an initially lukewarm reception of the announcement. With one day to go, things are shaping up to be pretty exciting as the event reveals the nature of the fight game.
Inför UFC 279: Chimaev vs. Diaz
Snart blir det smesh. Sveriges superlöfte Khamzat Chimaev ska för första gången stå för en huvudmatch, motståndaren är slitna, men slitstarka publikfavoriten Nate Diaz. Här kommer uppvärmningen inför helgen.
What’s On: September 2-4th
UFC returns to Europe, this time taking place in Paris, France, for the first time ever. Before that, the premier Hispanic MMA sports franchise, Combat Global, puts on a five-bout event tonight. Here’s what you need to know.
The YouTube Revival of Boxing?
KSI promised to serve up two KOs in one night. He delivered on his promise and provided a spectacular show full of theatrics. Our editor writes from London and continues to ask what the future of boxing holds. Results disclosed.
MF & DAZN X: SERIES 001: KSI vs Swarmz & Pineda
The YouTube star KSI makes his boxing return tonight, fighting two opponents in one night. Does he have enough skill to be considered a proper boxer? Will he be able to win two bouts on the same night? And are we in fact being tricked into watching celebrities work out their personal vendettas under the established rules of boxing? Only those who watch tonight will know.