In this week's special edition of Out of Obscurity, we take a look at 25 fighters featured in this series in 2016 who are headed for big things in 2017.
A look at five key fights from the weekend’s regional, developmental and international scene. This edition previews RFA 44, Fight Nights Global 52, KSW 36, ACB 47 and Akhmat Fight Show.
Bellator 257: Nemkov vs. Davis 2 Preview and Predictions
April 13, 2021
The new era of MMA being hoisted up onto the pedestal of mainstream media through outlets like Showtime Sports and ABC (for UFC aficionados) has officially begun. Whether it’s because more eyes are focused on the sport or big-time networks have starting to buy in, this is just what is needed during this time. From stunning upsets to legends being dethroned, 2021 has seen it all.
ONE Championship came in swinging into the North American waters with a six-bout card that saw pioneer multi-time champion Eddie Alvarez succumb to a controversial disqualification a mere minute into the fight after landing punches to the back of his opponent’s head. If that wasn’t enough, Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, the man who many see as the greatest of all time in the flyweight division, was knocked out by Adriano Moraes in the second round of their showdown.