Follow RT on Former multiple-time UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen has been served with five battery citations stemming from a recent incident in which he allegedly beat up five separate people during a furious row in a Las Vegas hotel. Retired fighter Sonnen, 44, who has become one of mixed…
MMA in mourning after shock death of fighter at age 27
Follow RT on Tributes have been pouring in for MMA fighter Jordan Young after his death at the age of 27 was confirmed by his gym and the Professional Fighters League (PFL) – the promotion he competed in just weeks before his passing. “It’s with a heavy heart, we have…
Jake Paul makes confusing claims about Khabib, targets MMA revolution
Follow RT on Ahead of his second boxing bout against former champ Tyron Woodley, rookie pro Jake Paul has claimed he will shake up MMA – and he says UFC icon Khabib Nurmagomedov and his team will be involved. With a 4-0 early career record, the YouTube prankster was set to…
Khabib drops surprising name as he teases ‘big plans’ for his MMA promotion in US
Follow RT on Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has revealed that ‘big plans’ will be announced at an upcoming press conference in Miami, as the Russian star continues to build his Eagle FC promotion. Khabib’s time as an active fighter may have come and gone but the impressive recent growth…
‘F**k!’ MMA juggernaut Harrison in disbelief as ‘mega-million-dollar’ Nunes fight collapses in front of her eyes (VIDEO)
Follow RT on UFC president Dana White has said that Amanda Nunes’ shocking loss to Julianna Pena has cost her a “mega-million-dollar” bout against Kayla Harrison. In what many have dubbed one of the greatest upsets of all time in the elite promotion, the ‘Venezuelan Vixen’ handed the two-weight champion…
Venezuelan Vixen: Meet the woman preparing for MMA’s most daunting challenge
Follow RT on Known as the ‘Venezuelan Vixen’, Julianna Pena is set for the biggest opportunity of her life at UFC 269. But is there more to her than meets the eye? Or is she just an attention-seeking ‘clown’, as Amanda Nunes suggested? This weekend in Las Vegas, Pena takes on…
MMA fighter on the run in Russia after escaping custody
Follow RT on Russian police are hunting an Uzbek amateur MMA fighter after he escaped custody in St. Petersburg following an attack on security officers from the Interior Ministry. Bunyod Tukhtayev, 28, was detained by members of the Russian Center for Combatting Extremism – known colloquially as ‘Center E’ –…
‘I need to make money’: Bare-knuckle ex-UFC pin-up reveals brutal reality of MMA
Follow RT on A hugely popular female ex-UFC fighter has reflected on the injuries she endured on her bare-knuckle fighting debut and spoken honestly about what the deciding factor will be as she ponders a potential return to MMA. Former UFC flyweight Rachael Ostovich said she was “almost going broke”…
‘Bruised’: Halle Berry’s love letter to MMA fails to deliver knockout blow
Follow RT on Hollywood star Halle Berry’s directorial debut is a gritty look at the struggles faced by many MMA fighters, and while her dedication to the role is admirable, the film ultimately collapses under the weight of its own clichés. **Spoilers ahead** Sports movies have been notoriously difficult fare…
MMA fighter arrested after ‘biting man’s testicles’
Follow RT on Amateur MMA fighter Donovan Salvato has been arrested for allegedly biting the testicles of his roommate following an argument between the pair of men, according to reports. Salvato, who boasts a 3-1 record, was held in Nashville’s Metro Jail in Tennessee for 12 hours. Police claimed that…
MMA star Usman Nurmagomedov declared a witness in police officer incident
Follow RT on Bellator MMA fighter Usman Nurmagomedov will not face a preventative measure and will serve as a witness in a case concerning a car which hit a policeman, according to a report. Nurmagomedov and a friend, Kamal Idrisov, were apprehended at Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow before the weekend, TASS…
‘If I lose the other one, it’s a different story’: MMA fighter amazed by media coverage after his testicle is removed
Follow RT on An MMA fighter has updated fans and called the media coverage he has received “crazy” after having surgery to remove a testicle that ruptured when it was hit by a knee in a horrific training accident. Luckless Christian Lohsen confessed his ordeal had been “rough” when he…
‘I’m just an Instagram model’: Loureda dances in ring as NFL star boyfriend gyrates after MMA win (VIDEO)
Follow RT on MMA fighter and social media sensation Valerie Loureda recovered from the first defeat of her pro career with a split decision victory, causing her NFL player boyfriend to imitate her dancing as he watched on. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones told Loureda to “turn me up” as…
MMA pin-up Loureda claims being feminine makes it ‘100 times harder to earn respect’ ahead of comeback fight
Follow RT on MMA fighter Valerie Loureda, who is known for her racy photos on social media, has claimed that people being “so hard” on her does not help as she plots redemption for her first pro loss. Loureda takes on veteran Taylor Turner at Bellator 271 in Florida on…
Fight Circus: Women brawl inside phone box & 2 men gang up on 1 on bizarre night of MMA including farcical ‘Siamese’ scrap (VIDEO)
Follow RT on A bizarre night of chaotic MMA contests stunned viewers who watched on a site better known for sex webcams, featuring bare knuckle fights with headbutts, two-against-one battles, a sex doll analyst and female foes in a phone box. On a strangely compelling card in Thailand, American fighter…
‘It’s going off’: Russian viral sensation Hasbulla clashes with rival Abdu Rozik, steals limelight at UFC 267 (VIDEO)
Follow RT on Viral Russian internet sensation Hasbulla Magomedov stole the limelight at UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi by entering the octagon, meeting some of promotion’s biggest figures, and even clashing with his rival Abdu Rozik. UFC president Dana White had already excited fans ahead of Saturday night’s action by…
‘50 million people say how bad Israel is’: MMA fighter condemns Nurmagomedov for pro-Palestine posts, ‘laughing’ at media coverage
Follow RT on An Israeli MMA star has claimed that Khabib Nurmagomedov and other fighters who show their support for Palestine “hurt him”, accusing them of “watching TV and laughing” before posting about the conflict. Outspoken UFC icon Nurmagomedov gave his backing to “oppressed Palestinians” earlier this year, telling his vast social media audience…
‘Make Hasbulla main event’: Fan joy as UFC president Dana White reveals he is meeting MMA sensation in Abu Dhabi this weekend
Follow RT on The stage is set for UFC 267 on Saturday after MMA mini-marvel Hasbulla revealed he will be in Abu Dhabi for the showpiece – and the big-talking youngster shared an exchange with Dana White as the pair planned showdown talks. The tough-talking internet favorite will have a…
Hitting the jackpot: MMA ace wins $1MN before hailing Nurmagomedov & father… but fans are unconvinced by comparisons to UFC icon
Follow RT on An MMA fighter who has trained with Khabib Nurmagomedov and been singled out for praise by him was handed a cheque for $1 million after winning a tournament in Florida – then said the ex-UFC champion’s late father “sees us”. Movlid Khaybulaev dominated Chris Wade in a decision…
All or nothing: Emelianenko could retire or target title in one last fight, opponent claims ahead of MMA legend’s Moscow return
Follow RT on Fedor Emelianenko, the man considered by some to be the greatest MMA heavyweight ever, will return to action after an absence of almost two years in Moscow on Saturday – and his American opponent feels it could be his last fight. The formidable 45-year-old headlines Bellator 269…
Red Queen returns: MMA stunner who knocked out 240-kilo man admits fight was marketing masterstroke ahead of her Bellator debut
Follow RT on The glamorous Russian MMA fighter who shot to fame when she floored a 240kg man in an intergender fight in 2020 is about to return to Moscow, making her debut for Bellator MMA, who signed her after that famous bout. ‘Red Queen’ Darina Mazdyuk, a flyweight with…
‘Which fights shame MMA?’ Flamboyant combat chief hits back over ‘freakshow’ claims, defends hugely popular YouTube promotions
Follow RT on A promoter who offered a deal to rapper Morgenstern has hit back in the debate over the integrity of fights, insisting that he stands against “division and monopolization” following remarks by the MMA Union of Russia. Enterprising businessman Anatoly Sulyanov is the founder of Hardcore FC, an MMA…
Boss of Ukrainian Federation for MMA hopes no Russian athletes will be involved when Kiev hosts European Championships in November
Follow RT on The boss of the Ukrainian Federation for Mixed Martial Arts has spoken about its links to the country’s Ministry of Defense and said that bosses demanded no Russians should take part at its hosting of the European Championships. The tournament was moved to Tbilisi because of the…
Baltic nations must get new anti-aircraft rockets to avoid violence in Eastern Europe & ‘contain’ Russia, says Estonian president
Follow RT on To maintain peace across the continent, the EU should begin investing in its own medium-range missiles to take down warplanes and stand up to neighboring Russia. That’s according to Estonia’s president Kersti Kaljulaid, at least. In an interview with Diplomaatia magazine published on Sunday, the leader said…
Boxer Brodnicka battered in MMA brawl by Polish rival ‘Lil Masti’ after shoving SEX TOY in opponent’s face at weigh-in (VIDEO)
Follow RT on The weird and wonderful world of Polish MMA served up its latest surreal treat this weekend as Aniela ‘Lil Masti’ Bogusz exacted revenge by stopping Ewa Brodnicka in their contest after having a dildo waved in her face. Tensions had run high between Bogusz – a social…
‘He’s very honorable’: Flying knee king Khaybulaev inspired by Khabib, his father and Hasbullah as powerhouse targets MMA history
Follow RT on After a training camp illuminated by Khabib Nurmagomedov and internet sensation Hasbullah, Movlid Khaybulaev has worn a t-shirt honoring the ex-UFC champ’s late father, Abdulmanap, at his latest face-off. Unbeaten Professional Fighters League (PFL) featherweight Khaybulaev hopes to pay tribute to revered coach Abdulmanap, whose death following complications related…
MMA world praises ‘beast’ Kayla Harrison for latest win with Nunes watching on and Cyborg calling for superfight (VIDEO)
Follow RT on The MMA community has reacted after a formidable Kayla Harrison, with UFC great Amanda Nunes watching on, booked her place in the PFL championship final by dismantling Genah Fabian by TKO in the first round of their playoff match. Harrison made short work of her foe, with…
Lebanon complains to UN after Israel allegedly uses country’s airspace to strike Syria again
Follow RT on Lebanon has complained to the UN after claiming Israeli jets “blatantly violated” its airspace to carry out strikes at Syrian territory on Thursday. The incursion reportedly forced two civilian flights to divert from their route. Late on Thursday, Syrian air defenses “repelled an Israel missile aggression,” downing…
Seeing red: Nurmagomedov likens Zidane’s World Cup final headbutt to his McGregor cage climb as ex-UFC champ chats MMA & football
Follow RT on UFC great Khabib Nurmagomedov has linked the criticism Zinedine Zidane copped for his dismissal in the World Cup final to the flak the Russian received for scaling the cage after beating Conor McGregor. Huge football fan Nurmagomedov says he has sympathy with Zidane over one of the…
‘Would you say that to a guy?’: MMA star Kayla Harrison objects as reporter refers to opponent as a ‘pretty woman’ (VIDEO)
Follow RT on Kayla Harrison, the two-time Olympic judo medalist and current star for promotion the PFL, has sprung to the defense of her upcoming opponent after what she saw as a disrespectful line of questioning in a recent interview. Harrison is hoping to improve her undefeated MMA record to…