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Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: What to know ahead of Netflix Judgement Day Boxing Event

Posted on December 10, 2025 by A. J. Riot

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Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in a professionally sanctioned heavyweight bout on 19 December at the Kaseya Center in Miami.

The fight, branded Judgement Day, will be streamed live on Netflix, at no extra cost to current subscribers.

Britain’s Joshua, the 36-year-old former two-time unified heavyweight champion, will take on the YouTuber-turned-boxer over eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters wearing regulation 10-ounce gloves.

This represents a replacement fight for Paul, who was originally scheduled to face Gervonta Davis in an exhibition earlier this month before it was cancelled due to a lawsuit filed against Davis by his ex-girlfriend.

Instead, the American will face his most credible opponent to date in Joshua, a former heavyweight champion with a professional record of 28 wins and four losses, 25 of those victories coming by knockout.

Movers and Shakers: How UFC 322 shook up the welterweight title picture

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Simon Head

By Simon Head for FightMatrix.com

The welterweight division took center stage at UFC 322 as a host of the top names at 170 pounds saw their stock rise, and in some cases fall, on a big week for the weight class in New York City.

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Islam Makhachev: A new champion is crowned

The former undisputed UFC lightweight champion looked bigger, stronger and healthier on fight night at Madison Square Garden. But, more worryingly for the rest of the welterweight division, he looked better, too, as he dethroned Jack Della Maddalena with consummate ease.

With Makhachev looking like he’s now at his optimal weight class, he can now focus on adding to his already-stellar resumé as he looks to build a list of accomplishments to put him among the sport’s all-time greats. Some may think it’s a tad early to suggest it, but he may already have surpassed the achievements of his coach, friend and mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Oleksandr Usyk’s Legacy: Elite Skills vs. Career Achievements – Where Does He Stand?

Posted on November 25, 2025 by A. J. Riot

If you’ve seen Oleksandr Usyk fight, you know there’s something special about him. He dances around, thinks three steps ahead, and makes a way to take down massive heavyweights. We’ve seen him beat Joshua and Fury twice while also dominating the cruiserweight division. Still, the question remains: where does he stand among the all-time greats?

Who Has The Most Knockouts In UFC History?

Posted on November 19, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Knockouts aren’t just flashy finishes. They define careers, help shape mixed martial arts, and energize the fans. Achieving the most knockouts in UFC history isn’t just a numbers game. It is somewhat of a market of timing, endurance, power, and, of course, the ability to close a fight in style.

In this post, we will talk about how knockout records change over time, who holds the top spots, and why the knockout artists matter so much in the Octagon and outside of it.

Artur Beterbiev Now a Free Agent After Contract Expiry

Posted on November 19, 2025 by A. J. Riot

A promotional bidding war for Artur Beterbiev is likely in the near future after the former undisputed light-heavyweight champion’s contract with Top Rank expired. The boxer, who lives in Canada but was born in Russia, has been out of action since February, when Dmitry Bivol defeated him and won no fewer than four titles in the process: WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBF.

Commonly referred to as ‘King Artur,’ the Canadian fighter is apparently going to have a major career change in the near future. A retirement from boxing doesn’t seem to be on the card quite yet, though there may be some other changes going forward.

Listing Every Champ-Champ in UFC History

Posted on November 10, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Madison Square Garden, the site of the upcoming UFC 322 – Source: Unsplash

To hoist a UFC championship belt is to reach the apex of fighting. But to clutch two belts at once—each from a different, brutal weight class—transcends the sport entirely. It carves legends from mere mortals, forging the rarest fraternity in mixed martial arts: the UFC champ-champs. These are the fighters who stared down history, defied the odds, and rewrote the rules of achievement inside the Octagon.

One man, however, who won’t have the opportunity to become the fifth member of the champ-champ club is Islam Makhachev. Later this month, the Dagestani wrestling supremo will make the move from lightweight to welterweight in a bid to dethrone Jack Della Maddalena and become a two-weight world champion, albeit not simultaneously. Makhachev, the former 155-pound king, chose to vacate his lightweight title rather than risk keeping two burning candles alight at the same time.

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The Season’s Toughest Weight-Class Shifts — and What’s Next for Top Contenders

Posted on November 2, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Weight changes don’t always get the attention they deserve in combat sports. Still, they can make or break a fighter’s performance. Dropping down to a lower division or bulking up for a higher one isn’t just a physical adjustment — it’s a mental game too. This season, two names took that gamble and shook up the balance of power: Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev.

Sponsorship Opportunity for Pro-Boxer, Stanley “Kid Muscle” Johnson

Posted on November 1, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Introducing Stanley “KiD Muscle” Johnson, @k1dmuscle the newest member of Team LI, the esports division of Long Island Gaming League (LIGL) — in collaboration with Eruption Boxing & MMA Management / @eruptionboxing and Muscle Syndicate. He dominates in the ring, while leveling up in the game. Stanley is a fighter, a gamer, and a creator. As a boxer, his record is 7 – 1 (5 KOs), is ranked #12 in the US Cruiserweight division, and #108 worldwide. Stanley brings the same discipline that fuels his boxing career into esports and digital media.

Next Fight: Nov 8 | WBC Australian Title | Stanley Johnson vs Karim Maatalla (10–2, 8-win streak) | Melbourne, Australia

Gaming Debut: Now streaming, competing, and creating as part of Team LI — including highlights from his EVO 2025 appearance and exclusive behind-the-scenes content from both the ring and the arena.

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Best Swedish MMA Fighters 2025

Posted on October 31, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Sweden continues to be a powerhouse in the world of mixed martial arts. From the early pioneers like Alexander Gustafsson to today’s new generation of UFC and PFL stars, Swedish fighters have consistently proven themselves on the global stage. In 2025, several Swedish MMA fighters are making headlines for their skill, determination, and impressive records.

1. Khamzat Chimaev – The Chechen Wolf of Sweden

Khamzat Chimaev remains one of the most dominant Swedish fighters in the UFC. Known for his relentless pressure and elite wrestling, Chimaev continues to chase the middleweight and welterweight titles. His performances have captivated MMA fans worldwide, proving that Sweden produces world-class athletes capable of taking on anyone.

Style: Wrestling, striking, and all-around dominance
Achievements: Top contender in UFC Middleweight division
Strengths: Ground control, aggression, and finishing ability

Comeback Kings: Greatest Career Revivals in MMA History

Posted on October 29, 2025 by A. J. Riot

In MMA, a fighter’s journey is rarely a straight line. Many have hit rock bottom only to claw their way back to the top. Some stories are so wild they could be scripted in a Lukki fight film. These comebacks are more than just wins – they’re proof of resilience, discipline, and a little bit of madness that defines the sport.

Below, we look at four fighters whose career revivals stand as the greatest in MMA history.

Fightmatrix Focus: Analyzing the Canadian Contenders at UFC Vancouver, Including Jasudavicius’s Title Shot Aspirations

Posted on October 27, 2025 by A. J. Riot

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With the UFC returning to Vancouver, British Columbia, the focus is on Canadian athletes aiming to advance in the global rankings. The Fightmatrix MMA Rankings, which are based on objective data from the CIRRS engine, show that these fights on home soil are very important. They are a crucial period where performance metrics, especially the strength of the opponent and the kind of victory, can change a fighter’s path in a big way. Both Canadian fans and experts want to know which member of the “Maple Leaf Militia” is most likely to make the biggest leap in the weight classes. The rankings method gives us the solution by looking at the forthcoming encounters in a strict way.

UFC 321: Aspinall vs Gane Preview

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Jack Latham

Tom Aspinall (C) vs Ciryl Gane

Background

A blockbuster encounter headlines UFC 321 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi as the heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall, defends his belt for the first time against Ciryl Gane.

This will be Aspinall’s first defence after claiming the title in June, following Jon Jones’ retirement. He had previously won eight of his nine fights in the UFC, with each victory coming via either submission or KO.

Aspinall’s only loss was also in contentious fashion, as he injured his medial collateral ligament after just 15 seconds of his first fight with Curtis Blaydes.

As for Gane, this will be his second shot at UFC gold after his submission loss to Jon Jones in March 2023. A controversial victory over Aleksandar Volkov last year has given him another opportunity, one that ‘Bon Gamin’ will be desperate to take.

Gane has showcased his knockout power in the past with victories over Tai Tuivasa and Serghei Spivac but is also very efficient in the clinch, something that may put the champion on notice…

My name is Jack Latham.

I am 20 years old and am currently studying Sports Journalism at the University of Chester.

I became interested in combat sports, particularly MMA, in the lockdown period and have followed it closely ever since.

I have previously created my own website titled ‘Combat Corner,’ where I produce MMA content.

Brief Fight Analysis: Volkov vs. Almeida (UFC 321 – Aspinall vs. Gane)

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Vitaliy Vovk

Oct 25, 2025 / Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Current Fighter Status

Alexander Volkov (#4 HW per FightMatrix / #2 UFC):

Record: 38–11–0
Experience: 49 professional bouts; moderate activity level; last fight in 2024
Strengths: Powerful striking, height (201 cm), 203 cm reach, extensive top-10 UFC experience
Weaknesses: Occasional takedown defense issues; reduced footwork speed compared to younger opponents

Jailton “Malhadinho” Almeida (#6 HW per FightMatrix / #5 UFC):

Record: 22–3–0
Experience: 25 professional bouts; highly active; recent fights in 2024–2025
Strengths: Elite grappling (BJJ black belt), high takedown accuracy, excellent cardio
Weaknesses: Less experience against elite-tier opposition; striking less destructive than Volkov’s

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Della Maddalena vs Makhachev: Who’s more likely to come out on top?

Posted on October 16, 2025 by A. J. Riot

All eyes are turning towards the much-anticipated fight for the UFC Welterweight title that will take place between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev. We wait with bated breath for the bout on November 15^th when the Aussie and Russian will face off in Madison Square Garden.

It’s sure to be a close one between Della Maddalena, the current UFC Welterweight Champion, and Makhachev, the former Lightweight Champion. Both have the skills needed to take the title, but Makhachev will enter the contest as many people’s favorite, especially given his current all-round form. There’s more to look forward to with the Women’s Flyweight title between Shevchenko and Weili also on the cards!

WBU World Championship Title in Master Boxing – Event Preview

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Heather

Master Boxing: Germany vs. England – November 15, 2025, in Markt Erlbach, Germany

VENUE:

Rangauhalle

Zennhäuser Weg 6

91459 Markt Erlbach, Germany

Rafał Kwiatkowski (Saarbrücken, Germany) and Loris Baldacci (Italy) are competing for the WBU Masters Boxing World Title

The main event consists of two exceptional technical boxers. Therefore, this will make for a competitive matchup and what is likely to be an interesting fight. The boxers will be competing for a WBU World Championship title in Master Boxing.

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I have been an avid viewer of Boxing and MMA for decades. Judo is the martial art that I most admire. At different periods in my life, I have practiced Judo. This piqued my interest in MMA since 2001. I had a 25 year career in healthcare and now I am pursuing my hobby and a new venture. Now I enjoy writing about combat sports and martial arts for FightMatrix.

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