Tim Bissell

Tim Bissell is a writer, editor and deputy site manager for Bloody Elbow. He has covered combat sports since 2015. Tim covers news and events and has also written longform and investigative pieces. Among Tim's specialties are the intersections between crime and combat sports. Tim has also covered head trauma, concussions and CTE in great detail.

Sumo Natsu Basho final results and highlights: All hail the yokozuna

Sumo Natsu Basho final results and replays

Grand Sumo is back with the natsu basho. This is your place for all the action, replays and analysis.

Tim Bissell | May 28

Neo-Nazi MMA promoter Denis Kapustin behind recent anti-Putin raid on Russian city of Belgorod

Neo-Nazi MMA fighter behind recent anti-Putin raid on Russian city of Belgorod

Russian Neo Nazi Denis Kapustin, aka Nikitin, has claimed responsibility for an attack against Russian forces in the city of Belgorod.

Tim Bissell | May 26

MMA fighter Cedric Marks found guilty of capital murder

MMA fighter found guilty of capital murder

Cedric Marks was found guilty of killing Jenna Scott and Michael Swearingin by a Texas jury. He now faces a possible death penalty.

Tim Bissell | May 26

Mackenzie Dern filed domestic violence order against estranged husband

Court documents detail a messy divorce and custody battle between UFC strawweight Mackenzie Dern and her estranged husband Wesley Santos.

Tim Bissell | May 25

Dana White responds to disgruntled UFC champ: ‘How am I not giving him credit? Ridiculous!’

Dana White threatens disgruntled champ with interim title fight

Dana White called criticism from a reigning UFC champion 'ridiculous' after he was accused of not giving credit or respect where it was due.

Tim Bissell | May 25

UFC champion goes off on Dana White: 'You're not going to keep doing that to me'

UFC present Dana White has been read the riot act by one of his reigning champions and been accused of showing disrespect.

Tim Bissell | May 22

UFC Vegas 73: Readers' picks – Dern picked over Hill

The readers of Bloody Elbow have spoken. And they think Mackenzie Dern will have her hand raised at UFC Vegas 73.

Tim Bissell | May 20

UFC Vegas 73 staff picks and predictions: We’re split on Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill

UFC staff picks and predictions: We're split on Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill

Check out our picks and predictions for who will win at Saturday night's UFC Vegas 73: Mackenzie Dern vs. Angela Hill

Tim Bissell | May 20

Sumo Stomp! ‘Georgian Forklift’ Tochinoshin announces retirement mid-tournament

Sumo Stomp! Wildly popular 'Georgian Forklift' announces retirement

Tochinoshin, one of the most popular figures in all of sumo, has called it a career. The 'Georgian Forklift' had gone 0-6 in May.

Tim Bissell | May 19

Cormier: Francis Ngannou’s free agency makes MMA ‘a real sport’

MMA is a ‘real sport’ now – Ngannou’s free agent moves praised by UFC commentator

UFC commentator, and former champion, Daniel Cormier shared his delight for Francis Ngannou's PFL contract and what it means for MMA.

Tim Bissell | May 19

Free tickets and PI passes: Francis Ngannou reveals Dana White's idea of 'promotion'

New PFL heavyweight Francis Ngannou is lifting the lid on his discussions with Dana White prior to his record breaking free agency.

Tim Bissell | May 17

Free event replay: KSI vs. Fournier Prelims

Free full replay: KSI vs. Fournier prelims

KSI vs. Joe Fournier prelims replay featuring WingsOfRedemption vs. Boogie2988.

Tim Bissell | May 13

Misfits 007 results: Little Bellsy avenges raw fish smack, calls out OnlyFans star Astrid Wett

Little Bellsy avenges raw fish smack at Misfits 007

Little Bellsy was a big winner at KSI vs. Joe Fournier. She called out Astrid Wett after beating the women who threw a raw fish at her.

Tim Bissell | May 13

WingsOfRedemption stops Boogie2988! Stream the full fight replay now

WingsOfRedemption vs. Boogie2988 fight replay

WingsOfRedemption vs. Boogie2988 went down at KSI vs. Joe Fournier / Misfits 007. Check out the stream here.

Tim Bissell | May 13

KSI vs. Joe Fournier fight card predictions

800 lb boxing match will be a trash fire - KSI vs. Fournier predictions

KSI is back tonight with another cross-over boxing event. This time he's taking on a foe with some actual boxing experience.

Tim Bissell | May 13

UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida staff picks and predictions

See who we are picking at tonight's UFC Fight Night: Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Jailton Almeida (aka UFC on ABC 4).

Tim Bissell | May 13

Rozenstruik vs. Almeida reader picks and predictions for tonight’s UFC fight night card

UFC reader picks

Bloody Elbows' readers have looked over tonight's UFC Fight Night: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida (aka UFC on ABC 4) and have made their picks.

Tim Bissell | May 13

Sumo Stomp! The ozeki crisis and a ‘Monster’ waiting in the wings

Five reasons to watch the natsu basho

Grand Sumo returns this weekend with the natsu basho. Here are storylines I'll be tracking once the tournament gets underway.

Tim Bissell | May 11

Why is the UFC antitrust lawsuit taking so long? Because judges suck

Why is the UFC lawsuit taking so long? Because judges suck

Bloody Elbow's John S. Nash spoke with Matt Stoller to find out why the UFC antitrust lawsuit is taking so long to come to a conclusion.

Tim Bissell | May 9

This AI-generated beer commercial gets more terrifying by the second

AI is going to take over the world. It's just a matter of time. And it's going to be equal parts cringe and horror.

Tim Bissell | May 9

Rodtang wreckage, ‘Big Country’ banger – Finish Him!

Did you miss a KO? We have you covered

Check out the very best finishes from the UFC, One Fight Night, Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA and more, including Rodtang, Roy Nelson, and Reis.

Tim Bissell | May 8

Sumo Stomp! Controversial former sekiwake Ichinojo announces shock retirement

Sumo Stomp! Controversial sekiwake announces shock retirement

Ichinojo Takashi, one of sumo's 'bad boys' is out of the sport, but not without making his point.

Tim Bissell | May 7

What time does Canelo Alvarez fight John Ryder: Price, full fight card

Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder: Date, start time, price, full fight card

All the information you need about how to stream Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder on Saturday, May 6.

Tim Bissell | May 6

UFC 288 readers picks

Bloody Elbows' readers have looked over the UFC 288 fight card and have made their picks.

Tim Bissell | May 6

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA: Nelson vs. Clecker full event replay video

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA full event replay

Watch the entire Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA here for free.

Tim Bissell | May 6

UFC 288 staff picks and predictions

Check out who we are picking to win at UFC 288, where champion Aljamain Sterling meets challenger Henry Cejudo.

Tim Bissell | May 5

Jordan Neely's death ruled homicide after video shows man putting him in rear naked choke on NYC subway

Jordan Neely was killed on the NYC subway after another passenger put him in a rear naked choke.

Tim Bissell | May 4

Vampire straw self defense weapon confiscated at Boston airport

A so-called vampire straw weapon was confiscated from a man who tried to take it aboard a plane.

Tim Bissell | May 3

Video: Nick Diaz involved in confrontation on Vegas strip

'Do you want some?' Nick Diaz in confrontation after fender bender on Vegas strip (video)

Someone almost learned who Nick Diaz was on the Vegas strip this week.

Tim Bissell | May 3

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA: Roy Nelson vs. Dillon Cleckler | How to stream, full fight card, ppv price and start time

Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA: Watch for free!

Jorge Masvidal brings us Gamebred FC 4 on Friday night. Find out where, when and how to watch the show!

Tim Bissell | May 3