CSAC Executive Director Andy Foster says ‘timidity foul’ must be used more by referees
California State Athletic Commission Executive Director Andy Foster is not in favor of open scoring in combat sports — he has his reasons — but…
Trent Reinsmith Archives: 05/2022
‘The truth is somewhere in the middle’ – Chase Hooper says support can be as out of place as criticism in MMA
On August 30, 2019 was just two weeks away from his 20th birthday. He had also just inked a deal to fight in the UFC…
Aljamain Sterling responds to Michael Chandler’s privileged view of UFC fighter pay
Michael Chandler recently offered his opinion about UFC fighter pay. Chandler’s view on how the promotion pays — and his attitude about those who come…
With confusion and debates on MMA judging, UFC commentary teams are part of the problem
Some of the loudest critics of MMA judging are the UFC commentators. Just this week, Daniel Cormier and Dominick Cruz offered their opinions, with Cormier…
Valentina Shevchenko feels UFC bantamweight title shot very possible in 2022
Valentina Shevchenko won the vacant UFC women’s flyweight title in December 2018. On June 11, ‘Bullet’ attempts to defend that title for the seventh time…
Editorial: Doubt Holly Holm at your own risk
Holly Holm made her UFC debut in 2015. She entered the UFC as the No. 13 ranked fighter in the official UFC women’s bantamweight rankings,…
Tabatha Ricci is the fighter to watch at UFC Vegas 55
Tabatha Ricci heads into Saturday’s UFC Vegas 55 fight card with a 1-1 record in the UFC, a place on the main card and an…
Amanda Nunes opens up on how Kayla Harrison’s arrival hastened ATT split
Large MMA gyms like American Top Team can have their benefits. They can also have their drawbacks. Amanda Nunes has firsthand knowledge of those highs…
‘I did exactly what you should never do’ – McCarthy admits he was ‘wrong’ about Sterling vs Yan 2
The “controversy” surrounding the Aljamain Sterling vs. Petr Yan 2 fight that took place at UFC 273 has mostly fizzled out, but a spark provided…
Amanda Ribas reportedly suffered ruptured bicep tendon before Katlyn Chookagian fight
Amanda Ribas lost her flyweight fight to Katlyn Chookagian on Saturday at UFC Vegas 54. However, considering what she went through to get to fight…
UFC Vegas 54: Blachowicz vs. Rakic – Winners and Losers
Jan Blachowicz probably wanted his fight against Aleksandar Rakic to end in a more definitive manner, but sometimes, it’s best just to take what happens…
Opinion: Amanda Ribas’ calculated risk at UFC Vegas 54 could pay off big
Amanda Ribas is coming off an October decision win over Virna Jandiroba, a victory that ensured her spot as the No. 9 ranked fighter in…
Undefeated flyweight Tatsuro Taira is the fighter to watch at UFC Vegas 54
Tatsuro Taira was set to make his UFC debut on April 30. He had made weight for his flyweight contest as had his opponent Carlos…
Carla Esparza says Rose Namajunas ‘lost the fight to herself’ at UFC 274
Newly minted UFC strawweight champion Carla Esparza offered her thoughts on the outcome of her recent title-winning split-decision victory over Rose Namajunas. The now two-time…
No, Rose Namajunas, MMA fighters do not get ‘credit for good defense’
“I don’t get no credit for good defense?” That was the question a seemingly exasperated Rose Namajunas asked in the aftermath of her split-decision loss…
Dana White: UFC will add security to avoid future weigh-in nightmares
The instant referee Marc Goddard signaled the start of the lightweight bout between Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje at UFC 274 was the moment Charles…
UFC 274: Oliveira vs. Gaethje – Winners and Losers
UFC 274 had its highs and lows. The lows hit hard and early with UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira missing weight on Friday. Then, on…
Kleydson Rodrigues is the debuting fighter to watch at UFC 274
Kleydson Rodrigues makes his UFC debut on Saturday on the early prelims of UFC 274. The 26-year-old opened as a -220 favorite over his flyweight…
UFC 274: The ‘quitter’ tag is old, outdated and untrue when it comes to Charles Oliveira
Justin Gaethje is either attempting to play mind games with UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira or fool himself — and his supporters — into believing…
Takedowns could be key in Rose Namajunas vs. Carla Esparza title rematch at UFC 274
The first time Carla Esparza faced Rose Namajunas, Esparza went 5-for-7 on takedowns on her way to a third-round submission win. Over her next 10…