Chase Hooper Eleven month layoff for the 22 year old hopefully mentally adjusted himself to the UFC pressure. “It’s been a wild ride, but I feel like I’m adjusting to it well, I’ve figured out how to deal with the outside pressures, and I know what to expect a little more from fight week; it’s … Continue reading Chase Hooper and Uros Medic Showcase
ACA 139 Fighters to Watch
ACA always has potential UFC, Bellator, One Championship Fighters. ACA 139 is another card to watch beginning to end. Eduard Vartanyan vs Alain Ilunga Two of the best Lightweight prospects in the world. Eduard Vartanyan is on a five fight winning streak, Biggest wins against Alexander Shabiliy (Top Ten Bellator Lightweight) Amirkhan Adaev, Magomedrasul Khasbulaev. … Continue reading ACA 139 Fighters to Watch
Fighters to Watch UFC Fight Night
Jan Blachowicz vs Aleksandar Rakic is the Light Heavyweight Title Shot, Rakic showcase to knockout former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. Bringing new life to the Light Heavyweight division and this UFC Fight Night Card has abundance of young talented fighters. Anticipating bouts from Amanda Ribas, Jake Hadley, Nick Maximov, Carlos Candelario and Tatsuro Taira. Amanda … Continue reading Fighters to Watch UFC Fight Night
Logan Storley Bellator 281 Upset Win?
Four Time All-American Minnesota Wrestler is having a real successful MMA career 13-1 record dominating opponents with the wrestling and continuing to progress with his striking. Watching the improvements of his striking in the split decision LOSS to Yaroslav Amosov. He lost by Storley showed he can become a world champion. Watched the Amosov vs … Continue reading Logan Storley Bellator 281 Upset Win?
Andre Fialho UFC 275 Fight Options
Back to back first round knockout wins for the Portuguese pride and joy Andre Fialho. Really making his name known with two big wins against two good fighters in Miguel Baeza and Cameron VanCamp. Asking Dana White for a quick turn around at UFC 275 in Singapore. Best idea for fighters is to fight often … Continue reading Andre Fialho UFC 275 Fight Options
Debuts for Dilano Taylor & Jarrah Hussein Al-Silawi PFL Debut PFL 2022 #3
Professional Fighters League Main Attractions Kayla Harrison, Ray Cooper, Anthony Pettis and Rory MacDonald fighting tonight but there few MMA prospects making there Professional Fighters League debut. Dilano Taylor and Jarrah Hussein Al-Silawi. Dilano Taylor Former Titan FC Welterweight Champion is one of the best prospects in South Florida right now. Athletic and FIT Welterweight … Continue reading Debuts for Dilano Taylor & Jarrah Hussein Al-Silawi PFL Debut PFL 2022 #3
Rob Font vs Marlon Vera UFC Fight Night Fights to Pay Attention Too
Rob Font vs Marlon Vera is the Main Event Fight as Vera gets a well deserved Main Event spotlight after defeated the future Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar. Rob Font coming off loss to Jose Aldo before beating Cody Garbrandt. Font vs Vera will be an interesting scrap on the feet, Looking forward to watching … Continue reading Rob Font vs Marlon Vera UFC Fight Night Fights to Pay Attention Too
Last Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
Brendan Loughnane PFL #2 One of the best fighters on the Professional Fighters League roster, Talented Featherweight from England. https://youtu.be/Y50gEFXABNo Shows you that United Kingdom mental toughness a gritty fighter who doesn't stand out with athletic ability but has the striking ability and five round endurance. Solid wrestling ability for MMA fighter but trouble against … Continue reading Last Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
Bellator 278 Prospect Showcase
Headliner fight is for the Bellator Women's Flyweight title Juliana Velasquez defending her title against Liz Carmouche. Bellator Bantamweight Grand Prix begins at Bellator 278 and a couple prospects fight Friday night. Nikita Mikailov Part of Team Fedor is one of the best Russian prospects and upcoming Bellator fighters. Nikita Mikhailov main focus is Russian … Continue reading Bellator 278 Prospect Showcase
Third Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
Third Week of April has some good prospects to watch on UFC Fight Pass or on YouTube. Searching for the next champion, World Class fighters in these regional promotions such as Legacy Fighting Alliance, Fury FC, KSW, Professional Fighters League. Natan Schulte Former PFL Light Champion in 2019 with significant wins against Rashid Magomedov, Jason … Continue reading Third Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
Second Week of April 2022 MMA Fights to Watch
Taylor Lapilus ARES FC Former UFC fighter won a TKO Bantamweight title now looking to win a ARES FC Bantamweight against former EFC Bantamweight Champion Demarte Pena. Lapilus 30 years old still can return to the UFC. Finding hope after winning a TKO title and defeating former UFC Flyweight Title Challenger Wilson Reis, Current Bellator … Continue reading Second Week of April 2022 MMA Fights to Watch
First Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
First week of April has some talented fighters with potential to make a impact and win with a top promotion like UFC, Bellator, One Championship and PFL. Bunch of fighters all over the world fighting for Cage Warriors, Legacy Fighting Alliance, Fury FC and many more promotions. Djati Melan New Cage Warriors Middleweight Champion is … Continue reading First Week of April MMA Prospects to Watch 2022
Askarov vs Kai Kara France Clash of Flyweight Best
Most intriguing fight on the UFC Columbus Card is Askar Askarov vs Kai Kara France clash of world class flyweights. Askar Askarov Undefeated 14-0 record coming off win against Joseph Benavidez vs Kai Kara France biggest win of his career. Will be watching a fast pace high level fight for three rounds. Askarov with the … Continue reading Askarov vs Kai Kara France Clash of Flyweight Best
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Arnold Allen Ruins Dan Hooker’s Featherweight Change
Arnold Allen took advantage of the Dan Hooker opportunity, Co- Main Event spotlight. Arnold deservingly got it and put on a show for the fans and lightening up Dana White's eyes. https://twitter.com/espnmma/status/1505306607449636864 Figured the Dan Hooker weight cut down to Featherweight would be better off with absorbing punches but proven wrong. "I'm a decision guy … Continue reading Arnold Allen Ruins Dan Hooker’s Featherweight Change
UFC Return to London is Stacked
UFC bringing out there best fighters to London. UFC hasn't held events in Europe since November 9th 2019 Magomedsharipov vs Kattar Fight Night Russia. Good to be back in Europe and the card is stacked from Main Event to the prelims. Can't wait to watch this Saturday nights card, Several exciting fights to watch. Fighters … Continue reading UFC Return to London is Stacked
What’s Next for Adam Borics, John Lineker, Thanh Le, Sodiq Yusuff and Song Yadong.
Last Week had some great fighters showing there skills this weekend. Adam Borics, John Lineker, Thanh Le, Sodiq Yusuff and Song Yadong. Definitely some of the most underrated fighters showing there some of the best fighters in the world. Want to see these fighters in action soon not doing this one fight a year. Want … Continue reading What’s Next for Adam Borics, John Lineker, Thanh Le, Sodiq Yusuff and Song Yadong.
March 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch Part 4
Great fighters to watch in part 4 that are some of my favorite prospects that I hope sign with UFC or Bellator in the upcoming years. Talented fighters fighting for KSW, LFA, ACA, CFFC and a bunch of other top promotions. Salahdine Parnasse KSW 68 One of the best fighters in the world, French superstar … Continue reading March 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch Part 4
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Bellator 276 Main Event to Prelims Stellar Card
Looking forward to Bellator 276 Main Event to Beginning prelims is such a great card to watch. Bellator killing it with the matchmaking lately. Start the list from Main Event to the Prelims. Mads Burnell vs Adam Borics Battle of the top two Bellator Featherweights, Mads Burnell vs Adam Borics are both high level featherweights … Continue reading Bellator 276 Main Event to Prelims Stellar Card
March 2022 MMA Prospects Part 3
Kryan Cameron BFL 71 One of the best fighters out Canada right now is Kyan Cameron. 5-1 Welterweight prospect dropping down in weight to fight for the Battlefield Fight League Lightweight title against Ireland prospect Dario Sinagoga. Kyran Cameron is a talented fighter flying under the radar right now, Reminds me of Kevin Lee, Cub … Continue reading March 2022 MMA Prospects Part 3
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One Championship Lights Out Fascinating Card
One Championship card beginning to end is a great card to watch Mix Martial arts and Kickboxing from the highest level. One Championship consistently creates real solid cards. Anticipated fights against two of the best fighters in the world. One Championship Lights Out has a highly anticipated bout between high level Brazilians and a main … Continue reading One Championship Lights Out Fascinating Card
March 2022 Part 2 MMA Prospects to Watch
Rizvan Kuniev Eagle FC 47 Top Five Russian Heavyweight Prospects, Born and raised in Dagestan, Russia. Now looking to the Eagle FC Heavyweight Championship former UFC Heavyweight Anthony Hamilton. https://twitter.com/espnmma/status/1443010676574887951?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1443010676574887951%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sherdog.com%2Fvideos%2Fhighlightreels%2FDWCS-2021-Week-5-Highlight-Video-Rizvan-Kuniev-Tees-Off-on-Edivan-Santos-17491 Kuniev not only one of the best Russian Heavyweight prospects in the world but one of the best Heavyweight prospects in the world. Proved it … Continue reading March 2022 Part 2 MMA Prospects to Watch
March 2022 Prospects to Watch Part 1
March is a deep list of MMA Talent, Extremely talented fighters all over world that I don't wanna miss out on. Don't want to make some insane deep list of 30 fighters so most likely do 4 parts for March maximum. Promotions I usually research on are LFA, Cage Warriors, CFFC, ACA, Titan FC, Brave … Continue reading March 2022 Prospects to Watch Part 1
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Title Shot or No for Logan Storley?
Logan Storley had the biggest win of his MMA career against Neiman Gracie at Bellator 274. Storley showed his mental toughness with being rocked in the later rounds but kept composed and continued to throw hooks, jabs. Beating Gracie in the striking department lead to Storley winning the Bellator 274 headliner & possible #1 Contender … Continue reading Title Shot or No for Logan Storley?
End of February 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch
Wrote February prospects of the month in the beginning of February. However missed some prospects to watch because of updated events. Promotional events such as LFA, ACA, PFL Challenger Series, KSW, Fury FC have some talented fighters with potential to get signed by a Major Promotion in 2022 or in the next following years. I'm … Continue reading End of February 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch
Arman Tsarukyan Steals the Show Tonight
Since his fight against Islam Makhachev he's been on my eyes. Extremely impressed by the way he fought Islam. To this day was the toughest fight for Islam, Challenged his wrestling. There was some great sprawls, Back and forth striking. Want to watch a high level fight watch Islam vs Arman. Since his UFC debut … Continue reading Arman Tsarukyan Steals the Show Tonight
Bellator 275 Dublin Sneaky Good Card to Watch
Dublin is one of the biggest markets for Bellator, Strong ties to SBG Ireland and John Kavanagh allowing the prospects to get opportunity for Bellator. Mixture of best fighters on the Bellator roster, Rising Bellator fighters and prospects. Main Event is Gegard Mousasi vs Austin Vanderford for the Bellator Middleweight Title. Fight is definitely in … Continue reading Bellator 275 Dublin Sneaky Good Card to Watch
Showcase for New UFC Fighters Saturday Night
UFC Fight Night Johnny Walker vs Jamahal Hill is a fun main event to watch but this card doesn't have eye catching names to other attractive UFC Fight Night's. However has future eye catching fighters on the Main Card and Prelim Slots, Future title contenders Christian Rodriguez Extremely happy for Christian Rodriguez to get signed … Continue reading Showcase for New UFC Fighters Saturday Night
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Bellator 274 Fun Card to Watch Beginning to End
Since the CBS Sports/Showtime Sports Deals always anticipating Bellator cards as Bellator continues to improve and take there promotion more serious. Bellator 274 card is great one to watch beginning to end. Gracie vs Storley Main event fight is against two of the best grapplers in there specific sports, Logan Storley 4 time Division One … Continue reading Bellator 274 Fun Card to Watch Beginning to End
LFA 124 Prospects to Watch
Familiar face on the main event Jussier Formiga facing Felipe Bunes. Rest of the fighters are upcoming fighters looking to make a name for themselves in the best regional promotion in the United States. Kasey Tanner Stuck out to me training at Fight Ready MMA, Home of Henry Cejudo. Henry and Eric Albarracin want to … Continue reading LFA 124 Prospects to Watch
What’s Next for Shavkat Rakhmonov & Nick Maximov?
MVP of the UFC Fight Night Card was the man Shavkat Rakhmonov Kazakhstan pride and joy is #15th UFC Welterweight and one of the most talented fighters on the roster. Gradually becoming a rising star, Time to prove his skills and value against top 15-20 welterweights. Geoff Neal Geoff Neal defeated Santiago Ponzinibbio in the … Continue reading What’s Next for Shavkat Rakhmonov & Nick Maximov?
Sneaky Good UFC Fights This Saturday
UFC Fight Night Hermannsson vs Strickland is a sneaky good fight card doesn't have the name value Pay-Per View Cards or one of those ESPN or ABC Cards. No name value really but some VERY GOOD fighters with top ten, contender potential in the following years. Fun fights to watch beginning to the end of … Continue reading Sneaky Good UFC Fights This Saturday
February 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch
Looking up the top regional promotions upcoming events for the month of February. Top regional promotions fights like CFFC, LFA, Cage Warriors schedule the best prospect matchups. Daniel Argueta LFA 123 Former Ultimate Fighter contestant unfortunately lost but no doubt will become a future UFC signing, First task at hand is becoming the LFA Bantamweight … Continue reading February 2022 MMA Prospects to Watch
New Russian Prospects to Watch
Russian MMA fighters are going to take over the MMA world for the next decade as there technical ability, Different style of training, There mindset from coming from poor villages compared to anything else in the United States is what will set them apart. I love the Russians a lot and always looking for the … Continue reading New Russian Prospects to Watch
Bellator 273 Fighters to Watch
First event for Bellator in 2022,Excited for this year and hopefully see improvement in viewership as it helps the fighters make more money and be better competition to the UFC and One Championship. Cheering for Bellator as they continue to sign talented fighters as there roster in way better than it was few years ago. … Continue reading Bellator 273 Fighters to Watch
Europe’s Top MMA Prospects 2022
Prospects listed WILL most likely sign with UFC and Bellator in 2022 as they'll look to make there rosters younger and cheaper. Europe had some talented fighters to become champions or world class fighters like Michael Bisping, Conor McGregor, Allistair Overeem, Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Whose the next great fighters to come out of Europe in 2022, … Continue reading Europe’s Top MMA Prospects 2022
Said Nurmagomedov VS Ricky Simon Maynard Matchmaking
Said Nurmagomedov made east work of Cody Stamann, Made Cody look like he was a regional fighter. Displaying beautiful kicking and Jiu-Jitsu skills that lead to a first round Guillotine choke. https://twitter.com/ufc/status/1485095404383444995 Only fighting under 47 seconds love for Said to get a quicker fight building up his hype and brand much as possible. He's … Continue reading Said Nurmagomedov VS Ricky Simon Maynard Matchmaking
UFC 270 Fighters to Watch
All eyes on Francis Ngannou vs Ciryl Gane for UFC 270, Heavyweight Clash we can't wait for. I can't wait for it but there's a bunch of high level fighters on this whole card. Said Nurmagomedov Dagestani warrior, Underrated Bantamweight fighter I expect to have a rising year first step in becoming a top 15 … Continue reading UFC 270 Fighters to Watch
January 2022 Latest MMA Signings
Professional Fighters League, Bellator, EAGLES FC improving there roster trying to getter than they were last year. Edwin Cooper JR Congratulations on the PROFESSIONAL FIGHTERS LEAGUE signing the Jacksonwink Academy prospect, Part of the next generation of Greg Jackson coached fighters. I really love this signing for PFL even if he doesn't win a PFL … Continue reading January 2022 Latest MMA Signings
UFC Sleeper Prospects to Watch in 2022
All eyes on Khamzat Chimaev, Sean O Malley, Islam Makhachev, Jiri Prochazka, Alex Pereira, Shavkat Rakhmonov, Tom Aspinall but there's so many young talented fighters signed from the Contender Series, Recently signed fighters or quietly winning. Jake Hadley NEVER made his UFC debut but I'm EXTREMELY excited for Jake Hadley's UFC debut he defeated a … Continue reading UFC Sleeper Prospects to Watch in 2022
Ten Sleeper Prospects to Watch in 2022
Created a list of top prospects to watch this year who will sign with UFC or Bellator in 2022. Can write a list of the top 100 prospects because the MMA talent continues to progress since the explosion of MMA in 2006. I love the underrated, Reason why I started writing about MMA prospects in … Continue reading Ten Sleeper Prospects to Watch in 2022
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Outside of the UFC Fighters to Watch in 2022
Extremely excited for the 2022 MMA season, So many talented fighters all over the world.
4th Week of December MMA Prospects to Watch
Lucia Szabová Lucia Szabova is one of the best Women's MMA prospects in Europe right now. Fighting for one of the best European MMA promotions... Oktagon. Oktagon matching up against one of the best female fighters Olga Rubin Former Bellator Featherweight Title Challenger. Lucia defeats Olga Rubin that would get her the recognition and get … Continue reading 4th Week of December MMA Prospects to Watch
RIZIN 33 Fighters to Watch
Rizin Bantamweight Semi-Finals start at Rizin 33, Main Event fight with Roberto De Souza and Koji Takeda. Definitely a sneaky card to watch on FITETV with some talented fighters who can compete in the UFC. Kai Askaura Favorite to win the Rizin Bantamweight Grand Prix. One of the best Japanese fighters right now. Reminds me … Continue reading RIZIN 33 Fighters to Watch
Loman Next Up for Bantamweight Title
Fan of Stephen Loman the former Brave CF Bantamweight Champion for few years now and is making a name for himself under One Championship. 2-0 with One Championship defeating Yasup Saadulaev a top three Bantamweight with a first round KO. https://twitter.com/ONEChampionship/status/1472189914997534720 "Right now I'm very happy because I knocked out the no. 3 contender, Yasup. … Continue reading Loman Next Up for Bantamweight Title
New MMA Prospects on my Radar
Austin Bashi Upstart MMA promotion Xtreme Fighting Championships has former UFC fighters like Jose Quinonez, Jessica Aguilar, Kurt Holobaugh and has rising stars for XFC like Austin Bashi. Betting on Bashi becoming a star and favorite as his skills speak for itself. Bashi is only 20 years old with a 5-0 record. Former High School … Continue reading New MMA Prospects on my Radar
2nd Week of December 2021 MMA Prospects to Watch
Mehdi Dakaev EFC 43 Eagles Fighting Championship Lightweight Champion. Becoming one of the best Russian Lightweight prospects. Next up signing for UFC or Bellator. Fighting for Khabib's promotion and with the help Ali Abdelaziz can sign with UFC or Bellator. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQWbUJ1KGHO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link 13-2 26 years old Gadzhi Rabadanov was his biggest win Ivan Valenzuela Lux Fight … Continue reading 2nd Week of December 2021 MMA Prospects to Watch
Bellator 272 Fighters to Focus On Tonight
Finally a Bellator card as they had a time away but there back with a stacked card beginning to end headliner is Sergio Pettis vs Kyoji Horiguchi for the Bellator Bantamweight Title. Matchup made in heaven for hardcore fans. Solid card beginning to end can't wait for this end of the year Bellator 272 card. … Continue reading Bellator 272 Fighters to Focus On Tonight
Battle for Top Five Pico vs Sanchez 2022
Aaron Pico coming off a huge significant win against former LFA Featherweight Champion Justin Gonzales. Dominating round one through round three. He's a special talent, Amazing to watch. Shows the hype was real. Ranked Number 5th Bellator Featherweight few more fights away from a title shot. "Maybe him and Sanchez can put it together or … Continue reading Battle for Top Five Pico vs Sanchez 2022
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Best Win of Aaron Pico’s career at Bellator 271
Aaron Pico continues to improve every single fight since switching camps to Jackson Wink Academy, Five Fight Winning Streak defeating no easy opponents. Biggest win was against Justin Gonzales at Bellator 271. Extremely impressive three round fight start to finish. Judges scored it (30-27, 30-27, 30-26) “No, I knew it was a dominant performance but … Continue reading Best Win of Aaron Pico’s career at Bellator 271
UFC 274 Prelims Prospects to Watch
Everyone is extremely excited for Charles Oliveira vs Justin Gaethje, Thug Rose facing Carla Esparza. However there's a handful og good talented fighters looking to make that next step in 2022 with top 15 fights soon. In addition making there UFC debut. Andre Fialho Andre Fialho earned himself a Featuring Prelim slot by knocking out … Continue reading UFC 274 Prelims Prospects to Watch
May Prospects of the Month to Watch 2022
Bunch of MMA prospects to watch this month, Future UFC fighters on this list. Regional Events are putting some good shows, Definitely watch them on UFC Fight Pass. Daniel Argueta LFA 131 Jackson Wink MMA always produces world class fighters since the golden age of Mix Martial Arts. Daniel Argueta part of the next crop … Continue reading May Prospects of the Month to Watch 2022
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