The Bottom Line: Steps in the Right Direction While the Japanese MMA scene has a pulse thanks to One Championship and Rizin Fighting Federation, it will be a real challenge for those...

This Day in MMA History: Sept. 12 Pride Fighting Championships made its way to the Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan, for Pride 7. The card had six MMA fights, one grappling match,...

5 Defining Moments: Ryan Bader Whether he’s fighting in the Ultimate Fighting Championship or Bellator MMA, Ryan Bader has always been viewed as an exceptional talent.

Fight Facts: Rizin FF 17 Rizin Fighting Federation on Sunday celebrated its 20th event with a show in the Saitama Super Arena on Saitama, Japan.

This Month’s MMA Birthdays: Kazushi Sakuraba Turns 50 If they built a Mount Rushmore for the sport of mixed martial arts, the Japanese icon seems a worthy candidate for inclusion.

By the Numbers: Shinya Aoki Shinya Aoki has achieved great heights in mixed martial arts. Learn more about Aoki through the numbers below.

The Bottom Line: A Fitting Conclusion If Michael Page was going to lose, Bellator 221 provided the sort of extraordinary finish that fit his larger-than-life persona and style,...

By The Numbers: Shannon Ritch This Thursday, it's a "dream matchup" over two decades in the making, as Shannon Ritch (57-85, 4 NC) takes on Travis Fulton (254-54-10, 1 NC) at M-1 Global’s ...

Fight Facts Retrospective: Mirko ‘Cro Cop’ Filipovic A finisher of the highest order, Mirko "Cro Cop" endeared himself to fans with his destructive ring and cage presence along with his jovial demeanor outside of combat. Forced to retire due to health issues, the MMA community will always remember the...

One Hundred Years of Choking People Renzo Gracie, even at 51 years of age, still feels young at heart and plans to continue competing in mixed martial arts.