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STARZPLAY PARTNERS WITH PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE ON MULTI-YEAR MEDIA RIGHTS AGREEMENT
STARZPLAY to Air All PFL Programming Across Its Extensive Network in the Middle East and North Africa network, Including UAE, Saudi...
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13 hours ago

PFL Europe Announces 2025 Lightweight Tournament Matchups for Belfast at the SSE Arena on May 10th
The 2025 PFL Europe Lightweight Tournament bracket has been announced ahead of PFL Europe Belfast at The SSE Arena on May 10th All four...
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Mar 14

PFL World Tournament 2025: 64 Top Fighters Set for High-Stakes, Single-Elimination Tournament
2025 PFL World Tournament Available Live Across ESPN Platforms in the U.S. and DAZN Internationally NEW YORK – The Professional Fighters...
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Mar 10

Cover Story Throwback: Louis Delgado
Louis Delgado, who appeared on the December 1970 cover of Karate Illustrated , was one of the greatest fighters ever to emerge from the...
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Mar 9

Cover Story Throwback: Jeff Speakman
Martial artist and action star Jeff Speakman , best known for his role in The Perfect Weapon , showcases his iconic skills in American...
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Feb 27

Cover Story Throwback: Mike Swain
Olympic Judo Champion and mat innovator Mike Swain graces the cover of the May 2005 issue of Black Belt Magazine . Photography by Rick...
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Feb 20

Cover Story Throwback: Hiro Koda and Yuki Koda
The January 1992 cover of Black Belt Magazine showed world-class martial artists Hiro Koda and Yuki Koda . Hiro Koda would later work...
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Feb 13


UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Rodrigues – Full Fight Card, Breakdown & Must-Watch Action!
MMA fans, mark your calendars! UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Rodrigues is set to take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the UFC...
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Feb 11

Michael "Venom" Page's Road to UFC Saudi Arabia
The UFC Middleweight division just got a whole lot more exciting with the addition of Michael "Venom" Page, one of the most electrifying...
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Jan 30


Tawanchai PK Saenchai's Dazzling Knockout Proves He’s the Featherweight King—And He’s Not Done Yet!
Tawanchai PK Saenchai left no room for debate: he is the undisputed best featherweight Muay Thai artist on the planet. In a thrilling ONE...
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Jan 27


ONE 170: The Event That Shattered Expectations and Redefined Martial Arts in 2025!
Prepare to Be Amazed: Here’s Why ONE 170 Will Be Remembered Forever ONE Championship’s landmark event, ONE 170, didn’t just raise the...
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Jan 26

From Whittaker’s Blitz to Lima’s Triumph: Why You Can’t Miss UFC’s Return to Saudi Arabia!
The Octagon is back in Saudi Arabia, and this time, it’s bigger, bolder, and more electrifying than ever! As we count down to UFC Fight...
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Jan 25

Poatan’s Challenge: Why Alex Pereira is Fired Up for Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313
When it comes to electrifying matchups in the UFC, Alex Pereira's upcoming clash at UFC 313 with Magomed Ankalaev promises to be nothing...
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Jan 22

Chris Weidman: From Champion to Legend – A Farewell to the All-American Hero
Chris Weidman, one of the most celebrated figures in mixed martial arts (MMA), has announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy that...
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Jan 18


Merab Dvalishvili’s First Title Defense: Can ‘The Machine’ Break Umar Nurmagomedov’s Streak?
After clawing his way to the top of the bantamweight division, Merab Dvalishvili is determined to cement his legacy. The reigning UFC...
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Jan 16

Dern Pulled Off That Last-Second Submission! – Full Recap of UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Ribas 2
If you thought UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Ribas 2 was going to be anything less than spectacular, think again! The thrilling event, held...
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Jan 12

Carlston Harris Is Ready To Make 2025 His Year – Can He Stun Santiago Ponzinibbio In Style?
After an eight-month hiatus, Carlston Harris is stepping back into the Octagon, hungrier than ever to rewrite his narrative and start...
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Jan 10

Santiago Ponzinibbio’s Comeback Quest: Why This Saturday Night Could Be His Defining Moment..
The fight game isn’t forgiving—every loss stings, and the recovery period is agonizingly slow. For Santiago Ponzinibbio, this Saturday’s...
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Jan 9

Arman Tsarukyan’s Road to Redemption: How He Plans to Shock the World at UFC 311 Against Islam Makhachev
Nearly five years ago, a 22-year-old Arman Tsarukyan stepped into the Octagon for his UFC debut against one of the most feared rising...
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Jan 4

Cover Story Throwback: Ed Parker
The July 1979 issue of Black Belt Magazine spotlighted Ed Parker , the "Father of American Kenpo," demonstrating his dynamic and...
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Dec 15, 2024

Weigh-In Results | UFC Tampa
This Saturday, the UFC concludes its 2024 season with a return to Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, featuring a thrilling welterweight...
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Dec 13, 2024

Colby Covington: The Chaotic King of Controversy Gears Up for UFC Tampa This Saturday
Colby Covington, the man who needs no introduction, is set to make waves yet again as he prepares to enter the Octagon this Saturday at...
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Dec 12, 2024

Cover Story Throwback: Ninja
The June 1977 cover of Black Belt Magazine marked the beginning of the ninja craze , sparking widespread fascination with these...
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Dec 5, 2024


Muhammad Mokaev Vows to Dominate MMA: ‘I’ll Be the Pound-for-Pound King by 27!
At just 24 years old, Muhammad Mokaev is already shaking up the Flyweight division
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Dec 3, 2024
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