Leon Edwards is out of his matchup with Khamzat Chimaev at UFC Fight Night 183 due to testing positive for COVID-19. Edwards has lost 12 pounds due to the virus and is recovering with hopes of fighting in early 2021. Edwards and Chimaev was set for December 19th in a matchup of welterweights. Chimaev is […]
The Legal Submission 14 – Austin Trout post-appeal argues arbitration provision
The Legal Submission’s latest takes a look at the latest filings in the Austin Trout lawsuit. The appeal this past July sent the case back down to the trial court where the parties are fighting over taking the case to arbitration. Dilletaunt · The Legal Submission 14 – Austin Trout post-appeal Trout Post-Appeal Brief by […]
Report: Claressa Shields signs with PFL
Claressa Shields has signed with the PFL according to a report from MMA Junkie. The promotion has yet to make the news officials but the former two-time Olympic gold medalist in boxing seems set to start an MMA career. Shields will not compete in the 2021 season but will take one-off fights at lightweight according […]
Vettori replaces Holland for this week’s UFC main event
The UFC is juggling its matchups once again due to a positive COVID-19 test. This time its Kevin Holland that has been pulled from his main event fight with Jack Hermansson for this Saturday’s UFC Fight Night card. Marvin Vettori is stepping in on short-notice to fill-in. Holland announced via social media of his need […]
Tyson-Jones receive big paydays from event
Mike Tyson and Roy Jones, Jr. will receive big paydays as a result of Saturday night’s fight. The two reportedly will receive $1 million per the California State Athletic Commission although its clear they will receive more. The California State Athletic Commission disclosed payouts from Saturday’s event which had Tyson and Jones, Jr. receiving $1 […]