UFC Moves to Paramount, CBS in 2026
PARAMOUNT AND TKO ANNOUNCE HISTORIC UFC MEDIA RIGHTS AGREEMENT PARAMOUNT TO BECOME EXCLUSIVE HOME OF UFC IN THE U.S. Beginning in 2026, all UFC numbered events and Fight Nights will stream live on Paramount+, with select marquee fights simulcast on CBS. LOS ANGELES, CA and NEW YORK, NY – August 11, 2025 – Paramount, a …...
Is It Possible for MMA Fighters to Sue the UFC?
Special to Chicago’s MMA The world of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and mixed martial arts (MMA) is tricky, as it can be a dangerous sport but highly entertaining for fights and fans alike. Most fights cause injuries even among particularly skilled fighters, and many would agree that sustaining injuries is part of the sport...
Most Popular Prop Bets Made During UFC Events
Most Popular Prop Bets Made During UFC Events UFC events bring an energy that’s distinct and engaging. Around these events, different types of prop bets appear, providing various methods for fans to interact with the matches. These bets include specific outcomes in fights and other less conventional elements of the events. Common...
Chepe Mariscal on His First UFC Win
Jose “Chepe” Mariscal fought locally for Master Bob Schirmer and Combat-Do, making his amateur debut in 2011 and his pro debut at APFC 17, scoring a win over Trey Cole III in the first round. He went on to fight locally as a pro for HFC, moved on to LFA and most recently had a …...
Giga Chikadze Named 2022 Recipient of the Forrest Griffin Community Award
Las Vegas – UFC® today announced that UFC featherweight Giga Chikadze has been named the 2022 recipient of the Forrest Griffin Community Award, presented by Toyo Tires®. Named in honor of UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin, the award recognizes a UFC athlete for their exceptional volunteer and charity work and the meaningful...
UFC 270: Ngannou vs Gane Fight Predictions
The UFC is back, and on 22nd January, the heavyweight title will be on the line. The headliner for UFC 270 is definitely the fight between Francis Ngannou ‘The Predator’ and Ciryl Gane ‘Bon Gamin’. It will be a unification bout where full champ Ngannou will defend his title against interim champ Gane. The venue …...
The History of Women’s MMA
Special to Chicago’s MMA Nowadays, women’s performances in MMA have become commonplace, but 10 years ago no one would have imagined that fights between ladies would become so popular. In this article, mma.metaratings.ru will discuss the emergence of women’s mixed martial arts. How it all started Many will be surprised, but the...
How Do MMA Betting Odds Work?
by Matt Lo Cascio The onset of legal gambling in Illinois and many other states has spurred MMA gambling to become very popular. The fights are already exciting, but when you have a vested interest in the outcome, your heart beats a little faster and you end up teetering on the edge of your seat. …...
Chicago’s Ricardo Lamas Ponders UFC Retirement After Overcoming Bill Algeo
SOURCE: Photo, East718, CC BY 2.0 SPECIAL TO CHICAGO’S MMA One of Chicago’s most successful ever UFC fighters is considering retiring from MMA altogether following his three-round victory over Bill Algeo at UFC Vegas 8. Algeo, who was a replacement at short notice, put up stiff resistance for Lamas who eventually took a unanimous...
Curtis Blaydes Top UFC Finishes
Chicago’s Curtis Blaydes is the #3 heavyweight in the UFC and he’s crushed some legends on his way into title contention: Junior dos Santos, Mark Hunt, and Alistair Overeem have all felt the power of the former XFO and Fight Card fighter. Let’s take a look at some of Curtis Blaydes’s top UFC finishes....
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