The official announcement for UFC 197 has been delayed due to monetary demands by headliner Conor McGregor per a report by Brazilian outlet Globo. The event is slated to be McGregor challenging for the lightweight title against Rafael dos Anjos. In addition, another rumored bout includes Holly Holm defending her women’s bantamweight title against Miesha […]
Article retells New York Commission issues after boxer’s fight
The New York Times Sunday Sports Section as well as its online service has the sad account of Magomed Abdusalamov’s last fight entitled, “A Fighter’s Hour of Need.” After his fight in late November 2013, the Russian fighter was hospitalized with brain injuries but the lack of medical assistance after the event has drawn a […]
Report on UFC fighters tested by USADA in 2015
USADA tested 353 fighters as part of the UFC’s anti-doping program in 2015. In the 6 month span, Jose Aldo, Conor McGregor and Ronda Rousey were the most-tested fighters with a reported 8 drug tests conducted by USADA. According to a report by MMA Junkie, 156 athletes were tested from July 1, 2015 to the […]
2015: The year in pro wrestling
We leave the last review of 2015 to that of professional wrestling. Let’s do some quick hits before we get to the high spots. New Japan debuted on AXS TV to rave reviews. Mauro Ranallo and Josh Barnett served as the English commentators for the shows. Ranallo recently made the move from New Japan and […]
2015: The year in Boxing
2015 was a big year for boxing. It featured the start of a new organization, a return to network television, litigation (of course), controversy and the long-awaited fight people waited years to see. Mayweather-Pacquiao was the dream matchup that came several years too late. Still, the fight reaped the rewards due the brand names of its […]