UFC Fight Night: Machida vs. Romero Recap & Results

A latecomer to mixed martial arts after a hugely successful amateur wrestling career, Cuba’s Yoel Romero sought to confirm his status as a legitimate threat to the middleweight crown with another winning performance. Standing in his way however was Lyoto Machida; the veteran karate master and former light heavyweight champion, determined to return to winning ways.

UFC Fight Night: Predicting Machida vs. Romero

Originally scheduled to act as the finale to the fourth season of The Ultimate Fighter: Brazil, the UFC’s latest card suffered a massive blow when a technical mishap resulted in visa issues for a number of fighters due to compete. Luckily for fight fans however the main event remains intact; an intriguing middleweight clash between former light heavyweight champion Lyoto ‘The Dragon’ Machida, and dangerous late bloomer Yoel Romero.

Mouthpiece: Bellator: Contender or Circus?

Didn't watch last week’s Bellator 138? That’s a shame because despite its marquee “fight”, the promotion produced an excellent show; the kind of which should successfully generate a horde of new fans. Often scoffed at by the sports more hardcore fans, Bellator MMA has improved considerably under Scott Coker’s new management. The question however is simple: Can this organisation overcome its circus label, and rise to challenge the might of the UFC?

UFC Fight Night: Jędrzejczyk vs. Penne Recap & Results

Ending inaugural champion Carla Esparza's brief reign at UFC 185 back in March, Polish striking expert Joanna Jędrzejczyk sought to defend her women’s strawweight title for the first time. Challenging for the belt was Jessica Penne; a former Invicta champion and TUF alum whose penchant for grappling and submissions could hold the key to dethroning the new champion.

UFC Fight Night: Predicting Jędrzejczyk vs. Penne

The German capital of Berlin will host Octagon action this weekend, and will also have the honour of featuring an extremely rare international UFC title bout. Defending her newly acquired women’s strawweight title for the first time, undefeated Polish striking expert Joanna Jędrzejczyk is set for stiff competition against former Ultimate Fighter 20 standout Jessica Penne.

WWE Money in the Bank Recap & Review

A fan favourite event that's always guaranteed surprises, this year’s Money in the Bank show featured the continuation of several acclaimed rivalries, and the return of the always-entertaining ladder match of the same name. With the summer period now in full swing did the typically hot Money in the Bank maintain the WWE’s current run of good form, despite only being afforded a short window to build its card?

UFC 188 Recap & Results

Fulfilling a lifelong dream to compete and defend his heavyweight title in Mexico, Cain Velasquez finally made his long-awaited return to the Octagon at UFC 188. His opponent, Fabricio Werdum has looked unstoppable since returning to the organisation in 2012, and as a direct result of the champion’s battles with injuries, stood before him as the division’s interim champion. With so much on the line, who left Mexico as the undisputed champion?

Predicting WWE Money in the Bank

The return of the ever-popular Money in the Bank ladder match, the continuation of a rivalry between two uber popular superstars, and a highly anticipated rematch. The Money in the Bank pay-per-view has long been a fan favourite event, but this year’s offering has the potential to be a significant highlight in what has so far been another frustrating year for the WWE. Predictably unpredictable, what will go down at this year’s event?

UFC 188: Predicting Velasquez vs. Werdum

Originally scheduled to do battle at UFC 180, heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez and number one contender Fabrício Werdum have been given a second crack at headlining a Mexican-based card. With Velasquez defending his title for the first time in almost two years, and Werdum’s newly acquired status as interim champion, the stakes are higher than ever before. Who will leave Mexico City as ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’?

UFC Fight Night: Boetsch vs. Henderson Recap

Returning to the cage once again, Dan Henderson aimed to prove to both his fans and critics that he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level of the sport. The 44-year old MMA legend has definitely seen better days, but could he keep his storied career going with a victory over Tim Boetsch; a middleweight also in desperate need of a turnaround in form?

UFC Fight Night: Predicting Boetsch vs. Henderson

Usually the home of extravagant celebrations, New Orleans could also soon become the final resting place of one of MMA’s most storied careers. Fighting to ensure this doesn't happen, the 44-year old Dan Henderson will step into the cage one more time. His opponent Tim Boetsch might not have much to fight for, but the distinction of being the man who finally retired such a legendary warrior might would be a significant achievement in a fairly middling career.

WWE Elimination Chamber Review

Free to subscribers of its fledgling Network, the short-notice return of the Elimination Chamber event was the first show of its kind in WWE history. Following the surprising success of Payback, the show continued a number of ongoing summer rivalries. With the fan-favourite Money in the Bank pay-per-view two weeks away, it was unlikely that the show would feature too many developments, but its potential to be a solid show was apparent. Did Elimination Chamber deliver?