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Miocic vs Cormier III: Why It’s All on the Line in Heavyweight Scrap for the Ages

Posted on July 15, 2020 by A. J. Riot

There’s an old maxim that “good things come in threes”, which anyone who has sat through the third part of the Back to the Future, Rocky and The Godfather trilogies will have solid ground to disagree with. But just occasionally triple headers can deliver the goods, and the hope is that Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier’s third encounter adds to that pantheon.

The Heavyweight Championship will be on the line when the two are scheduled to meet at UFC 252 on August 15 in the UFC’s APEX production facility in Las Vegas, but there’s much more than just gold and bragging rights at stake here.

This one is for all the marbles. 1-1, both knockouts but great fights, I can’t wait to fight this dude again!! Now it’s time to work as hard as I ever trained. #weareaka #zinkinsportsmanagement #2xheavyweightchamp 2xlightheavyweightchamp pic.twitter.com/BvyhectS4X

— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) June 9, 2020

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8 Reasons Every Student Should Try a Boxing Class

Posted on June 28, 2020 by Emma Rundle

Many people consider boxing to be a violent hobby or activity that increases the cases of violence in society. That notion is not true because there are more benefits to derive from boxing classes than negative effects.

The exercises that are available in a boxing class can bring great health benefits to students, helping them throughout their college or university years. As was stated by proessaywriting service, in case you’re anxious about your grades, you can ask someone to write my essay and practice boxing. What are those benefits? Here are 8 reasons why every student should try a boxing class.

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The 5 Best Fighting Video Games Ever

Posted on June 14, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Boy, have video games changed over the years. Today’s video game technology has made it seem as if the player has been transported into the actual game, in real-time, no less. That makes playing casino games more fun. It’s completely insane. Thankfully, MMA video games have been fortunate enough to take advantage of the improvement of gaming technology and use it to make the best fighting games possible, all for your vicious bloodlust. There are lots of MMA/fighting games out there. MMA video games have been rising on popularity in recent times, another reason you might want to try them out. Here are my five favorite fighting video games in history – in no particular order.

UFC Undisputed 3

It was developed by Yuke’s and published by THQ in 2012 for PS3 and Xbox 360. This game is hands down the best MMA game till date. It is a sequel to UFC Undisputed 2010 and has been one of the most popular MMA games in recent years. It contains the well-known “Pride Mode.” This mode was added after the game was released, with its own rules and fighters. It also includes the Pride Grand Prix, so that you can have more than one fight in the same night, and move on to the next fight retaining your damage score.

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A Look Back on Our Favourite Weigh-In Antics

Posted on June 9, 2020 by A. J. Riot

The build-up to a big fight is made even more exciting because of press conferences and media coverage of both camps. But the pinnacle of the anticipation is felt at the weigh-in when both fighters come toe to toe with each other. After weighing in, the two fighters are presented into each other. This serves as a way to stare into each other’s eyes and intimidate each other. Most times it is amicable while other times it gets a little heated. Let’s take a look back at the most entertaining weigh-ins.

Why Is There a Stare Down After a Weigh-In?

Most of the time, the staredown is all part of the production as a way to get people interested in the fight. Sometimes there is genuine hatred and animosity between the fighters, which makes the stare down a real affair. Other times, the staredown is exacerbated to make the fight more interesting and increase ticket sales or people purchasing the bout at home. The origins of these antics go back decades. Lots of fans point to Muhammed Ali’s teasing and hostility towards his opponent (which was often just an act and part of his tactics).

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Top 5 Benefits of Mixed Martial Arts

Posted on June 7, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a sport that pits two participants against each other in physical combat. A typical MMA match involves striking, grappling, and ground fighting. MMA fights take place in an enclosed arena such as a cage or a ring. During mixed martial arts training, individuals are capable of increasing both their physical and mental strength in a non-combat environment. The history of mixed martial arts is traced back to the Olympics of ancient Greece, even before starburst was discovered. The sport of MMA originated as hand to hand combat. It has since then been used for financial, physical fitness, and mental benefits.

Read on for some of the benefits of mixed martial arts:

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3 of the biggest surprise outcomes in MMA

Posted on June 3, 2020 by A. J. Riot

It could be said that the biggest surprise outcome in history of MMA fighting is that the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) survived its early days when the first UFC Pay-Per-View was created as a forum for all martial arts experts to test their courage against one another to find out which style was superior. With no rules and regulations, these no-holds-barred fights led to some stating the UFC was a form of “human cockfighting.”

Betting has been a big part of MMA and there are in-depth MMA betting statistics on the internet, whether you want to bet on the underdogs or the favorites in. Check out bookmakers reviews to find detailed breakdowns of MMA fights including round by round finishes, card position, weight class and the odds for every fight. If you are lucky enough to have a hunch about a surprise outcome in an MMA fight – like the three below – and get it right, you could win big!

“The King” 11-second submission win, Bellator 225, August 2019

Starting a fight with a show of respect was a decision one MMA fighter was surely to regret. When Eduard Muravitskiy met Aviv Gozali, an 18-year-old Israeli fighter at Bellator 225 on 24 August 2019. Muravitskiy did what many fighters to at the start, go to tap gloves after the opening bell as a sign of good sportsmanship, and then start the fight. However, when Muravitskiy gestured his glove towards Gozali for a tap, Gozali did not honor the gesture and instead dove at Muravitskiy’s legs in an Imanari Roll and looked for the submission, taking down Muravitskiy with a heel hook. Within 11 seconds the fight was over and Gozali had improved his professional score with a record-breaking submission win in only his third professional MMA fight. Muravitskiy left the cage hopping on one foot, clearly hurt from the submission.

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Online Casinos: Is It Worth Joining One?

Posted on June 2, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Gambling is something that has always received its fair share of good reviews as well as negative criticism. However, with time, people are now becoming more receptive to the whole idea of gambling. The introduction of the online casinos heightened the whole gambling experience, and this is something that gamblers can attest to. Many people worldwide have joined online casinos such as Casino EnergyCasino, and they enjoy every bit of it. If you are a bit skeptical about taking the plunge, here are some reasons why joining one is without a doubt a good idea:

They are convenient

Convenience is something that wins the hearts of many people. Anything that has been made easier for you is something you should take advantage of- and this is exactly what online casinos did! You can now say goodbye to the long trips to the physical casinos, the loud casino noises, and the stress you had to go through before deciding what attire to wear to the traditional casino. Today the online casinos are a click away. All you need to access an online casino is a mobile device and a good internet connection, and that’s just it!

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Boxing Betting- The Ultimate Form of Entertainment

Posted on June 1, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Betting has always been an integral part of the game of boxing. In the first half of the 20th century, the sport was manipulated by many shady characters in the criminal world. Match-fixing and betting scandals were a common phenomenon attached to this sport. Match-fixing is a rare occurrence nowadays, but still rears it’s ugly head from time to time. The match between Paul Briggs vs. Danny Green in July 2011 is such an example. Betting on boxing was always present, and it will be in the future. You will find many websites and blogs providing information and tips about how to bet on boxing. Understand how to bet on boxing, types of boxing bets, and in which online sports betting website to place your stake.

How to bet on boxing

There are different boxing betting markets available in online sport betting websites. You will find relevant information about the fighters on those websites before a major event. You will also find other possible range of bets on the specific fight. Straight picks is the simplest form of betting, where you have to select a fighter who is supposed to win. You will find this kind of bet on any premier sport betting websites like ufabet. For each fight, there is always a favored fighter and an underdog. Most bettors stake for the favorite, so the payoff is less than the underdog. If the odds of one fighter is +200 and odds of the opponent is -200, this implies the first fighter (+) is the odds favorite. You need to bet $200 in order to get a return of $100 if you win. As for the underdog in this example, a bet of $100 gives you a return of $200 if he wins the match.

Odds do not always denote who is the superior fighter, or how much possibility he has to win the match. Betting odds are to tempt wagers to place their bet. The bookmakers want to involve as many bettors as possible for both sides.

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Fight Sports and the Integration of Tech

Posted on May 31, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Sports organisations adapt, renew and develop through creative and novel ideas. The integration of tech has the potential to radically change how sport is played and viewed, reshaping and improving not only athletic performance but the experience of spectators. In this way, technology not only changes the way we live, work, and play: it is transforming the fight sports athletes train. Here are some of the technologies used:

Altitude Mask

An altitude mask is designed to simulate the low oxygen conditions of training at altitude, by restricting the flow of oxygen to your lungs. The product forces the lungs to work harder, improving the strength of the intercostal muscle and improving overall lung capacity, anaerobic threshold, oxygen efficiency and even mental focus. The acute shortness of breath also makes you more used to the feeling, more comfortable in competition.

The harder workout increases intensity, so the effects of the training are felt sooner, so you do not need to train for as long. This reduces the risk of injury and gives more recovery time when competing.

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MMA vs Boxing: What are the major differences?

Posted on May 25, 2020 by A. J. Riot

MMA and boxing are both very popular sports at the moment. They even came to a thrilling head to head when McGregor took on Mayweather in Vegas. When they did do battle, pundits spoke of how McGregor would have to adapt to stand a chance. The reason for this is because there are so many differences between MMA and boxing.

Is MMA More Difficult to Predict?

The first difference on our list is not always true, but the law of averages suggests it is harder to call a winner in MMA bouts compared to boxing matches. MMA matches tend to be more closely contested, with a higher number of fighters around the same level of ability. Add this that one strike with any limb, elbow or a choke can win an MMA fight in a split second.

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Getting bored in the lockdown? Try your hand at cricket betting with these tips!

Posted on May 18, 2020 by A. J. Riot

So it’s getting hard for you to kill time in this quarantine period? Well, it is obvious for you to get bored, especially when you cannot step out of your house for anything, not even a walk. You are not the only person stuck at home, as people in most parts of the world are following the same norms of locking themselves indoors as that’s the only way to survive this apocalyptic phase initiated by a killer virus.

Sports in the time of Corona

Most of your favorite sporting events around the world have been called off for an indefinite period. The IPL is halted, and all other championships have been suspended. At such a moment, you may be feeling very low and tense as you are not sure how can you continue betting amidst such a volatile situation.

Well, for bettors, there has never been a shortage of betting options and e-cricket betting is coming up to be a potential alternative. Since no real-life cricket event is being conducted anywhere around the globe, your only option is to bet on e-cricket tournaments. But what are the rules and how you can ensure your profitability? Well, we are about to discuss that in a while.

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Online Gambling Tips to Know before Playing

Posted on May 18, 2020 by A. J. Riot

After a tiring day at work, it’s normal to relax. For some, relaxation is reading a good book or watching a TV show. For others, it’s online gambling. Whether you like online gambling for fun or for earning money, it is important to protect yourself. As such, follow these safety tips to make sure that your identity and finances are safe:

Gamble at Licensed Sites

Online casinos and lotto games are required to follow standards set by the authorities. The government’s goal is to protect the players by regulating gambling websites. Thus, gambling on a website that does not abide by the rules will only put you at risk.

You can know if the site is not regulated by the authorities by checking the logos at the bottom of the page. You can file complaints if you have discovered unregulated casinos or those that operate against the law.

Another effective tip to find a safe place to gamble is to do your research accordingly. Check out the reviews or ask your friends for their recommendations. There are hundreds of gambling sites on the internet such as LottoPark.com. They all make claims of being the best in the industry. You can ask a friend whom you trust about what they say on the site that you choose. Make sure that you deal with a gambling site that has been operating for at least five years. They also must have a positive reputation on the web. Keep Reading

Five Must-Know Tips While Selecting An Online Poker Website Revealed!

Posted on May 11, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Numerous online poker websites exist today. Trying to figure out the best site to join may be overwhelming as well as confusing. Whenever you visit websites, a lot of information is outlined describing the bonuses, game collections, and additional lucrative features. Info about ratings of the poker site isn’t sufficient to land at the best site. You ought to dig for more information to find what works for you well. Below are must-know tips you should have at your fingertips to select online poker websites perfectly suited for your needs.

Check Deposit and payment options available.

Take your time to inquire and learn about the payment options offered by the site. Some sites offer wagers across the globe, which means they will have numerous payment options as well as banking methods. However, it would be best if you were sure that the payment options are accepted in your country. Lest you forget, look at the period for processing payouts. Time is money, primarily when it comes to cashing out your winnings.

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Therapy for the Sports Fans

Posted on May 7, 2020 by Oleg

We’re now approaching two months into an almost complete lock-down of the United States, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As our nation and the rest of the world are looking to gradually resume normalcy, the state of professional sports is not looking good for the rest of 2020. While NFL is still planning to kick off the 2020-2021 season in the fall, both NBA and NHL likely won’t start their regular seasons until the very end of the year – and that’s the best case scenario. However MMA followers might have it better than the fans of more traditional ball-and-stick team sports: there are only 3 people who have to be in the combat arena at any given time, which makes it far more reasonable to practice some semblance of social distancing. UFC president Dana White has been raring at the bit to bring back violent action in the Octagon. And while UFC 249 had to be postponed from the originally scheduled date of April 18th, it looks like things have finally fallen into place – though we won’t be seeing the long awaited lightweight title bout between Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov just yet, we are going to see some actual MMA fights this Saturday! (Fingers crossed).

Of course in the big scheme of things, lack of professional sports is a comparatively minor problem during a pandemic. Aside from the obvious worrying about infection and illness, a huge number of people are out of work and have a hard time paying the bills or putting food on the table. And even those of us who are lucky to still have a job – and perhaps even an ability to work remotely from the safety of our homes – are bound to be affected by the uncertainty of the current situation. The anxiety can build up, leading to depression and other psychological issues. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, please seek professional help. You might think that you can’t afford it, but the cost of therapy may be less than you realize. And while it’s easy to dismiss sports as meaningless entertainment, for those of us who are used to watching MMA fights every weekend – or basketball games several times a week, the change in routine brings additional free time to fill. This is certainly not helping anyone’s mental state. Luckily, Dana White and UFC are coming to the rescue. Let’s take a look at three top-billed fights from each of the three UFC events scheduled in the next ten days.

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UFC 249: Preview and Prediction for Ferguson-Gaethje

Posted on April 30, 2020 by A. J. Riot

For the love of all that is holy, finally, we get some real, live sporting action coming up soon.

On May 9th, UFC 249 is supposed to take place. Who knows if local regulations will still permit it a couple of weeks from now; we could see a regression in the control of this outbreak. That said, I really, really, really, sincerely hope we get to see this event.

It’s not Tony Ferguson vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov like we all wanted. But according to Dana White, the winner of this fight will get Nurmagomedov. Khabib withdrew in his scheduled tilt against Ferguson because he was ‘stuck in Russia’ due to the coronavirus – yeah, yeah, a likely story. But Dana says we’ll see Khabib fight the winner of the May 9th fight in the fall, ‘100 percent.’

Dana has gone back on his word many-a-times, so I’m just hoping that this is true. Dana White also said, “The Ferguson vs. Gaethje fight is one of the most violent fights you will see.” – White via ESPN. Ok … I disagree. But we’ll see. But hey, man. I like the hype.

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