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Nov 1

UFC Edmonton Update: Derreck Lewis vs Jhonata Diniz stands cancelled

Heavyweight Derrick Lewis' bout is cancelled - he will not be competing against Jhonata Diniz at this weekend's event due to a medical...

ONE Championship Ignites Bangkok with Thrilling Battles at ONE Friday Fights 85

Black Belt Team

Nov 1

ONE Championship

ONE Championship Ignites Bangkok with Thrilling Battles at ONE Friday Fights 85

ONE Championship returned to the iconic Lumpinee Stadium on Friday, November 1, bringing the heat to Bangkok

Heart, Hardship, and a Quest to Shock the World at UFC Fight Night Edmonton: Amir Albazi's Comeback Story

Black Belt Team

Nov 1

UFC

Heart, Hardship, and a Quest to Shock the World at UFC Fight Night Edmonton: Amir Albazi's Comeback Story

This Saturday night, UFC fans are in for an electrifying main event as flyweight sensation Amir Albazi makes his highly anticipated return..

Aliff Sor Dechapan Reflects On Journey To Life-Changing Career In ONE Championship

Black Belt Team

Nov 1

ONE Championship

Aliff Sor Dechapan Reflects On Journey To Life-Changing Career In ONE Championship

Aliff Sor Dechapan has demonstrated his skills on the global stage and is set to compete at ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug on Friday,...

Brandon Moreno is Ready to give a Tough Fight this Saturday at UFC Edmonton

Black Belt Team

Oct 31

UFC

Brandon Moreno is Ready to give a Tough Fight this Saturday at UFC Edmonton

For Brandon Moreno, the former flyweight champion, the bout marks a pivotal return to the Octagon after a tough year.

Mayssa Bastos vs. Danielle Kelly II Booked For ONE Fight Night 26

Black Belt Team

Oct 31

ONE Championship

Mayssa Bastos vs. Danielle Kelly II Booked For ONE Fight Night 26

Danielle Kelly will have the opportunity to win back the ONE Women’s Atomweight Submission Grappling World Title at ONE Fight Night 26:...

Cover Story Throwback: Fedor Emelianenko

Black Belt Team

Oct 31

Traditional Arts

Cover Story Throwback: Fedor Emelianenko

The cover of the December 2009 issue of Black Belt Magazine showcased the powerful Fedor Emelianenko standing strong. Known as a...

Why Every Martial Artist Needs to Train in Thailand at Least Once!

Richard Lucas

Oct 31

Muay Thai

Why Every Martial Artist Needs to Train in Thailand at Least Once!

It's time to take your first step toward being able to say, “I learned Muay Thai in Bangkok!” One of the most popular combat sports to...

Erin Blanchfield: The UFC's Cold-Blooded Rising Star Ready to Silence Rose Namajunas at UFC Edmonton

Black Belt Team

Oct 31

UFC

Erin Blanchfield: The UFC's Cold-Blooded Rising Star Ready to Silence Rose Namajunas at UFC Edmonton

Erin "Cold Blooded" Blanchfield has captured fans’ attention with her rapid rise and relentless drive in the UFC.

Top 5 Savage Moments of Derrick Lewis: The Black Beast Unleashed Ahead of UFC Edmonton Showdown!

Black Belt Team

Oct 30

UFC

Top 5 Savage Moments of Derrick Lewis: The Black Beast Unleashed Ahead of UFC Edmonton Showdown!

Known for his unmatched power, raw humor, and unapologetic honesty, Lewis has created unforgettable moments both inside and outside the..

Danny Kingad Seeks KO, Revenge Against Adriano Moraes At ONE 169

Black Belt Team

Oct 30

ONE Championship

Danny Kingad Seeks KO, Revenge Against Adriano Moraes At ONE 169

On November 8, Danny Kingad is hoping to punch his ticket to a shot at the vacant ONE Flyweight MMA World Title. The flyweight contender...

Muay Thai Legend Youssef Boughanem Returns to BRAVE CF 90, faces French Star Johan Van de Hel!

Black Belt Team

Oct 30

BRAVE Combat Federation

Muay Thai Legend Youssef Boughanem Returns to BRAVE CF 90, faces French Star Johan Van de Hel!

Muay Thai icon Youssef Boughanem is set to make a sensational return to MMA at BRAVE CF 90 in Austria, where he’ll clash with French...

Brandon Moreno vs. Amir Albazi: Who Will Conquer UFC Edmonton This Saturday?

Black Belt Team

Oct 30

UFC

Brandon Moreno vs. Amir Albazi: Who Will Conquer UFC Edmonton This Saturday?

The UFC flyweight division heats up this Saturday as former champion Brandon Moreno takes on rising star Amir Albazi

Rose Namajunas: A Journey of Triumph, Trials, and Transformation in the UFC

Black Belt Team

Oct 30

UFC

Rose Namajunas: A Journey of Triumph, Trials, and Transformation in the UFC

Rose Namajunas, has been a beacon of resilience and talent in the world of mixed martial arts.

Updated UFC Rankings | Week Of October 28, 2024

Black Belt Team

Oct 29

UFC

Updated UFC Rankings | Week Of October 28, 2024

Here are the updated UFC rankings. See which fighters have climbed or dropped following intense battles at UFC 308, and anticipate the...

Rose Namajunas vs. Erin Blanchfield: Can the Veteran Outlast the Rising Star at UFC Fight Night?

Black Belt Team

Oct 29

UFC

Rose Namajunas vs. Erin Blanchfield: Can the Veteran Outlast the Rising Star at UFC Fight Night?

UFC fans are eagerly awaiting the co-main event at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi, where former Strawweight Champion Rose Namajunas will

BRAVE CF 90 Brings MMA Extravaganza to Vienna, Austria on Saturday, November 23

Black Belt Team

Oct 29

BRAVE Combat Federation

BRAVE CF 90 Brings MMA Extravaganza to Vienna, Austria on Saturday, November 23

BRAVE Combat Federation is set to make its electrifying debut in Austria with BRAVE CF 90, marking a monumental chapter in European MMA.

ONE 169 Full Card Revealed, Lee vs. Rasulov Headlines ONE Fight Night 26

Black Belt Team

Oct 28

ONE Championship

ONE 169 Full Card Revealed, Lee vs. Rasulov Headlines ONE Fight Night 26

ONE Championship finalized its lineup for ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug, and it may be a contender for Event of the Year.

UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi – Flyweight Fireworks and Heavyweight Sluggers Take Over Edmonton!

Black Belt Team

Oct 28

UFC

UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi – Flyweight Fireworks and Heavyweight Sluggers Take Over Edmonton!

Get ready for an action-packed night as UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi comes to Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on November 2

World Judo Day 2024: Celebrating the Spirit of Discipline and Respect on the Global Martial Arts Stage!

Black Belt Team

Oct 28

Judo

World Judo Day 2024: Celebrating the Spirit of Discipline and Respect on the Global Martial Arts Stage!

Each year on October 28, the world celebrates World Judo Day, honoring the legacy and philosophy of Judo. This martial art, founded by...

From Tatami to Octagon: How Olympic Judo Shapes MMA's Greatest Fighters

Black Belt Team

Oct 28

Judo

From Tatami to Octagon: How Olympic Judo Shapes MMA's Greatest Fighters

Olympic judo has become a hidden powerhouse in MMA, with athletes who bring its techniques often finding success in the cage.

Unstoppable Warriors: How Dagestani Grit is Dominating the MMA World!

Black Belt Team

Oct 27

Mixed Martial Arts

Unstoppable Warriors: How Dagestani Grit is Dominating the MMA World!

In recent years, the MMA world has been taken by storm by fighters hailing from a rugged, mountainous region known as Dagestan.

UFC 308 Results: Topuria Stuns Holloway, Chimaev Submits Whittaker; A Night of Epic Knockouts and Submissions in Abu Dhabi!

Black Belt Team

Oct 26

UFC

UFC 308 Results: Topuria Stuns Holloway, Chimaev Submits Whittaker; A Night of Epic Knockouts and Submissions in Abu Dhabi!

UFC 308 brought electrifying action to the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 26, 2024, showcasing thrilling bouts and

The Grit Behind Glory: Unmasking the Relentless Path of Modern MMA Champions

Black Belt Team

Oct 26

Mixed Martial Arts

The Grit Behind Glory: Unmasking the Relentless Path of Modern MMA Champions

In the spotlight of modern combat sports, few journeys are as intense, demanding, and unforgiving as that of a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)..

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