Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has evolved dramatically since its inception, influenced by a range of fighters who not only excelled in the cage but also shaped the sport’s strategies, popularity, and promotion. The following list highlights ten influential fighters whose contributions have left an indelible mark on MMA, altering how the sport is perceived and practiced.
Exclusive Feature: Gwen Legge – Boxing Manager, Sports Apparel Designer
Introduction
Gwen Legge was born on January 30th and raised in Long Island, New York. Starting from a young age, she had a passion for boxing. Her life journey took her from a career in combat sports apparel, to becoming a successful boxing manager.
Currently, Gwen owns a boxing and an MMA management company. She still partakes in her enjoyment of crafting stellar sports apparel for her brand, Eruption boxing. Yet, she currently only does this for the fighters she manages. This shows her love that she has for the combat sports industry and the great craftsmanship she has in apparel creation. Providing quality products and top-notch customer service has always been important to Gwen.
The reason that Mrs. Legge is so passionate about the boxing industry and other combat sports, goes back to the good old days. This is when she would hangout with her grandfather frequently. From what I understand, her and her grandpa had a special bond, especially when it came to watching sports. Gwen told me that her “grandfather was into every sport on the planet”. They would watch boxing especially fighters such as they’re favorite, which was Muhammad Ali, as well as Sugar Ray Leonard, Hagler, and others. Gwen Legge obviously loves being a boxing manager. I asked her if she foresees herself ever retiring. She said, that she will always be doing what she does now.
MMA & Boxing Author | Business Development Consultant
I have been a fan and avid viewer of all combat sports for decades. I was once a Judoka, which is what eventually piqued my interest in Mixed Martial Arts. I have been a spectator of the UFC since 2001. For 25 years I’ve worked in healthcare, and now am trying to make something that was a hobby, into a full-time endeavor.
Julianna Peña: first UFC champion to win the belt after childbirth
Julianna Peña was born on 19 August 1989 in Spokane, USA, the fourth child in a family with Mexican and Venezuelan roots. Her introduction to the world of martial arts began thanks to her father, who took her to Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes. Although in childhood she was not able to achieve significant success, 2007 was a turning point for Julianna.
Exclusive Interview with Caged Steel Bantamweight Champion, Adam Bramhald
Introduction
On December 7th, 2024, Caged Steel presents Caged Steel 38 in Doncaster UK, an exciting event featuring professional and amateur MMA fights, as well as caged boxing bouts. The main event will feature [#488 BW] (C) 
Adam ‘Samurai’ Bramhald defending his Bantamweight title against Altamiro de Jesus Pereira.
Adam Bramhald is a 30-year-old English fighter and a veteran of the Dana White’s Contender Series, who trains at the Asylum Vale Tudo MMA gym. He is ranked as #15 Bantamweight in the UK. Adam holds a professional MMA record of 13-3-0.
MMA & Boxing Author | Business Development Consultant
I have been a fan and avid viewer of all combat sports for decades. I was once a Judoka, which is what eventually piqued my interest in Mixed Martial Arts. I have been a spectator of the UFC since 2001. For 25 years I’ve worked in healthcare, and now am trying to make something that was a hobby, into a full-time endeavor.
Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi (11-02-2024)
Flyweight (125)
[#3] Brandon Moreno (21-8-2, -159) vs. [*] Amir Albazi (17-1-0, +131)
Brandon Moreno is the All-Time #3 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Amir Albazi is the All-Time #42 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Brandon Moreno (1-2-0)
2024-02-24: L vs. [#2FLY/#6DD] Brandon Royval (17-7-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 46-49)
2023-07-08: L vs. [#1FLY/#3DD/#2P4P] Alexandre Pantoja (28-5-0) via SD (46-49, 48-47, 48-47)
2023-01-21: W vs. [#4BW/#10P4P] Deiveson Figueiredo (24-3-1) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 3
Last 3 Fights: Amir Albazi (3-0-0)
2023-06-03: W vs. [#4FLY] Kai Kara-France (25-11-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
2022-12-17: W vs. [#49FLY] Alessandro Costa (14-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:13 of round 3
2022-08-20: W vs. [*] Francisco Figueiredo (13-5-1) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 4:34 of round 1
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Brandon Moreno | -159 | 58.64% | |
| Elo K170 | Brandon Moreno | 1898.72 | +6.45 | 50.93% |
| Elo Modified | Brandon Moreno | 1965.97 | +147.38 | 70.02% |
| Glicko-1 | Brandon Moreno | 2075.69 | +212.19 | 77.23% |
| WHR | Brandon Moreno | 1986.22 | +183.94 | 74.25% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brandon Moreno 252, Amir Albazi 518
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Brandon Moreno leads 2-1
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Women Flyweight (125)
[#4] Rose Namajunas (13-6-0, +106) vs. [#5] Erin Blanchfield (12-2-0, -128)
Rose Namajunas is the All-Time #6 ranked Women’s fighter.
Erin Blanchfield is the All-Time #45 ranked Women’s fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Rose Namajunas (2-1-0)
2024-07-13: W vs. [#16FLY] Tracy Cortez (11-2-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 48-47)
2024-03-23: W vs. [#12FLY] Amanda Ribas (12-5-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 48-47)
2023-09-02: L vs. [#2FLY/#6DD/#4P4P] Manon Fiorot (12-1-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
Last 3 Fights: Erin Blanchfield (2-1-0)
2024-03-30: L vs. [#2FLY/#6DD/#4P4P] Manon Fiorot (12-1-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2023-08-26: W vs. [#6FLY] Taila Santos (22-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2023-02-18: W vs. [#10FLY] Jessica Andrade (26-13-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 1:37 of round 2
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Erin Blanchfield | -128 | 53.63% | |
| Elo K170 | Rose Namajunas | 1890.84 | +90.95 | 62.80% |
| Elo Modified | Rose Namajunas | 1850.87 | +46.65 | 56.67% |
| Glicko-1 | Rose Namajunas | 1839.32 | +3.74 | 50.54% |
| WHR | Rose Namajunas | 1776.05 | +55.17 | 57.87% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Rose Namajunas 112, Erin Blanchfield 217
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Rose Namajunas leads 2-1
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Heavyweight (265)
[#13] Derrick Lewis (28-12-0, +144) vs. [#56] Jhonata Diniz (8-0-0, -174)
Derrick Lewis is the All-Time #27 ranked Heavyweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Derrick Lewis (2-1-0)
2024-05-11: W vs. [#27HW+] Rodrigo Nascimento (12-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:49 of round 3
2023-11-04: L vs. [#9HW+] Jailton Almeida (21-3-0) via UD (50-44, 50-44, 50-45)
2023-07-29: W vs. [#25HW+] Marcos Rogerio de Lima (22-9-1) via TKO (Punches) in 0:33 of round 1
Last 3 Fights: Jhonata Diniz (3-0-0)
2024-08-10: W vs. [#73HW+] Karl Williams (10-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2024-04-27: W vs. [#137HW+] Austen Lane (13-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:12 of round 2
2023-09-12: W vs. [#100HW+] Eduardo Neves (8-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:15 of round 1
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Jhonata Diniz | -174 | 60.77% | |
| Elo K170 | Derrick Lewis | 1844.56 | +230.49 | 79.03% |
| Elo Modified | Derrick Lewis | 1848.44 | +178.08 | 73.59% |
| Glicko-1 | Derrick Lewis | 1903.66 | +234.52 | 79.42% |
| WHR | Derrick Lewis | 1773.72 | +215.45 | 77.56% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Derrick Lewis 175, Jhonata Diniz 84
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Why Crypto Betting is the Future of MMA and Combat Sports Wagering
Combat sports like MMA and boxing have a global fan base, with millions tuning in to watch live events and engage in betting. As the demand for sports betting grows, so too does the need for modern, secure, and accessible betting platforms. One of the most significant shifts in this space is the rise of sports betting with cryptocurrencies, with platforms like Playbet leading the way, as crypto betting is quickly becoming the preferred method for many bettors due to its speed, privacy, and global reach.
In this post, we’ll explore why crypto betting is revolutionizing wagering in MMA and combat sports, how it works, and why it’s poised to become the future of online betting in this fast-paced, exciting industry.
This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays
Fights considered must satisfy all of the criteria below:
- Both fighters must be active (fought in 360 days prior to event). Reduces uncertainty.
- Both fighters must have at least 5 fights, with at least 1 draw or 1 loss (excluding debut). More data makes WHR happy.
- Both fighters must be rated in the same division as the fight. Further reduces uncertainty.
- Must have odds from at least three bookmakers.
“The Underdog” bet/parlay
Fight Matrix Program – UFC 308: Topuria vs. Holloway (10-26-2024)
Featherweight Championship (145)
[#1/#2DD/#9P4P] Ilia Topuria (15-0-0, -259) vs. [#2/#5DD] Max Holloway (26-7-0, +196)
Ilia Topuria is the All-Time #12 ranked Featherweight fighter.
Max Holloway is the All-Time #3 ranked Featherweight and #8 ranked Absolute fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Ilia Topuria (3-0-0)
2024-02-17: W vs. [#3FW] Alexander Volkanovski (26-4-0) via KO (Punch) in 3:32 of round 2
2023-06-24: W vs. [#10FW] Josh Emmett (19-4-0) via UD (49-45, 50-44, 50-42)
2022-12-10: W vs. [#19FW] Bryce Mitchell (16-2-0) via Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 3:10 of round 2
Last 3 Fights: Max Holloway (3-0-0)
2024-04-13: W vs. [#4LW] Justin Gaethje (25-5-0) via KO (Punch) in 4:59 of round 5
2023-08-26: W vs. [*] Chan Sung Jung (17-8-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:23 of round 3
2023-04-15: W vs. [#8FW] Arnold Allen (20-3-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 48-47)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Ilia Topuria | -259 | 68.10% | |
| Elo K170 | Max Holloway | 2389.60 | +186.18 | 74.49% |
| Elo Modified | Max Holloway | 2334.27 | +172.79 | 73.00% |
| Glicko-1 | Max Holloway | 2442.70 | +198.75 | 75.84% |
| WHR | Ilia Topuria | 2182.45 | +12.38 | 51.78% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ilia Topuria 252, Max Holloway 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Ilia Topuria leads 1-0
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Middleweight (185)
[#4] Khamzat Chimaev (13-0-0, -221) vs. [#6] Robert Whittaker (26-7-0, +181)
Robert Whittaker is the All-Time #5 ranked Middleweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Khamzat Chimaev (3-0-0)
2023-10-21: W vs. [#3WW] Kamaru Usman (20-4-0) via MD (29-27, 29-27, 28-28)
2022-09-10: W vs. [#17MW] Kevin Holland (26-12-0) via Submission (Brabo Choke) in 2:13 of round 1
2022-04-09: W vs. [#10WW] Gilbert Burns (22-8-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Last 3 Fights: Robert Whittaker (2-1-0)
2024-06-22: W vs. [#42MW] Ikram Aliskerov (15-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:49 of round 1
2024-02-17: W vs. [#9MW] Paulo Costa (14-4-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
2023-07-08: L vs. [#1MW/#6DD/#3P4P] Dricus Du Plessis (22-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:23 of round 2
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Khamzat Chimaev | -221 | 65.92% | |
| Elo K170 | Robert Whittaker | 2209.78 | +0.38 | 50.06% |
| Elo Modified | Robert Whittaker | 2190.84 | +12.69 | 51.83% |
| Glicko-1 | Robert Whittaker | 2273.79 | +18.20 | 52.62% |
| WHR | Khamzat Chimaev | 2062.13 | +3.35 | 50.48% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Khamzat Chimaev 371, Robert Whittaker 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Featherweight (145)
[#18] Lerone Murphy (14-0-1, -206) vs. [#20] Dan Ige (18-8-0, +171)
Last 3 Fights: Lerone Murphy (3-0-0)
2024-05-18: W vs. [#37FW] Edson Barboza (24-12-0) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)
2023-07-22: W vs. [#132FW] Joshua Culibao (12-4-1) via UD (30-26, 30-27, 30-26)
2023-03-18: W vs. [#71FW] Gabriel Santos (11-2-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
Last 3 Fights: Dan Ige (1-2-0)
2024-06-29: L vs. [#6FW] Diego Lopes (26-6-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-02-10: W vs. [#39FW] Andre Fili (24-11-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:43 of round 1
2023-09-23: L vs. [#19FW] Bryce Mitchell (16-2-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Lerone Murphy | -206 | 64.59% | |
| Elo K170 | Lerone Murphy | 1980.63 | +186.55 | 74.53% |
| Elo Modified | Lerone Murphy | 1925.45 | +152.96 | 70.69% |
| Glicko-1 | Lerone Murphy | 1953.50 | +115.21 | 66.00% |
| WHR | Lerone Murphy | 1879.30 | +110.66 | 65.41% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Lerone Murphy 161, Dan Ige 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Minimizing your risk when betting on MMA
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a sport that has exploded in recent decades, with prestigious competitions such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), spearheading the sport into the mainstream and attracting millions of fans around the world.
It’s no wonder then that in recent years MMA has become an extremely popular sport for savvy sports bettors looking to make a profit across betting markets within the sport. A quick look at the one of the larger sports betting websites Scs.ie shows that MMA is in the top 4 most bet on sports.
In this article, we’ll talk about things to watch out for when betting on MMA and how you can minimize your risk when looking for profitable value bets.
Best Canadian UFC Fighters Ranked
Canada has long been a powerhouse in the world of mixed martial arts, producing some of the UFC’s most formidable and celebrated fighters.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, exploring the Luckyones slots that led these athletes to greatness is both fascinating and inspiring.
From legendary champions to rising stars, Canadian fighters have left an indelible mark on the octagon with their skill, determination, and unique fighting styles. But let’s no waste more time and see which are the legacy fighters that earned the respect of everyone in the Octagon.
This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays
Fights considered must satisfy all of the criteria below:
- Both fighters must be active (fought in 360 days prior to event). Reduces uncertainty.
- Both fighters must have at least 5 fights, with at least 1 draw or 1 loss (excluding debut). More data makes WHR happy.
- Both fighters must be rated in the same division as the fight. Further reduces uncertainty.
- Must have odds from at least three bookmakers.
“The Underdog” bet/parlay
Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Pereira vs. Hernandez (10-19-2024)
Middleweight (185)
[#17] Michel Pereira (32-11-0, +125) vs. [#25] Anthony Hernandez (12-2-0, -152)
Last 3 Fights: Michel Pereira (3-0-0)
2024-05-04: W vs. [#80MW] Ihor Potieria (25-7-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:54 of round 1
2024-03-09: W vs. [#41MW] Michal Oleksiejczuk (20-9-0) via Technical Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 1:01 of round 1
2023-10-14: W vs. [#49MW] Andre Petroski (12-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:06 of round 1
Last 3 Fights: Anthony Hernandez (3-0-0)
2024-02-17: W vs. [#53MW] Roman Kopylov (13-3-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 3:23 of round 2
2023-05-20: W vs. [#48MW] Edmen Shahbazyan (13-5-0) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 1:01 of round 3
2022-09-17: W vs. [#38MW] Marc-Andre Barriault (17-8-0) via Technical Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 1:53 of round 3
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Anthony Hernandez | -152 | 57.57% | |
| Elo K170 | Michel Pereira | 2007.89 | +128.77 | 67.73% |
| Elo Modified | Michel Pereira | 1975.95 | +71.18 | 60.10% |
| Glicko-1 | Michel Pereira | 2046.14 | +87.61 | 62.35% |
| WHR | Anthony Hernandez | 1906.78 | +51.07 | 57.30% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Michel Pereira 168, Anthony Hernandez 245
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Bantamweight (135)
[#15] Kyler Phillips (12-2-0, -347) vs. [#16] Rob Font (20-8-0, +268)
Rob Font is the All-Time #34 ranked Bantamweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Kyler Phillips (3-0-0)
2024-03-09: W vs. [#18BW] Pedro Munhoz (20-9-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2023-08-05: W vs. [#44BW] Raoni Barcelos (18-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2022-02-12: W vs. [*] Marcelo Rojo (17-10-0) via Submission (Triangle Armbar) in 1:48 of round 3
Last 3 Fights: Rob Font (1-2-0)
2023-12-02: L vs. [#4BW/#9P4P] Deiveson Figueiredo (24-3-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2023-08-05: L vs. [#7BW] Cory Sandhagen (17-5-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2023-04-08: W vs. [#56BW] Adrian Yanez (17-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:57 of round 1
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Kyler Phillips | -347 | 74.07% | |
| Elo K170 | Kyler Phillips | 1860.64 | +28.08 | 54.03% |
| Elo Modified | Kyler Phillips | 1882.25 | +86.67 | 62.22% |
| Glicko-1 | Kyler Phillips | 1954.83 | +75.99 | 60.76% |
| WHR | Kyler Phillips | 1866.25 | +145.47 | 69.79% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kyler Phillips 224, Rob Font 322
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Kyler Phillips leads 1-0
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Flyweight (125)
[#15] Charles Johnson (16-6-0, -223) vs. [#258] Su Mudaerji (16-6-0, +182)
Last 3 Fights: Charles Johnson (3-0-0)
2024-07-13: W vs. [#32FLY] Joshua Van (11-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:20 of round 3
2024-05-11: W vs. [#110BW] Jake Hadley (11-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-02-03: W vs. [#79FLY] Azat Maksum (15-1-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Last 3 Fights: Su Mudaerji (1-2-0)
2023-12-09: L vs. [#22FLY] Tim Elliott (20-13-1) via Technical Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 4:02 of round 1
2022-07-16: L vs. [*] Matt Schnell (16-10-0) via Technical Submission (Triangle Choke) in 4:24 of round 2
2021-01-20: W vs. [*] Zarrukh Adashev (4-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Charles Johnson | -223 | 66.06% | |
| Elo K170 | Charles Johnson | 1727.60 | +338.88 | 87.55% |
| Elo Modified | Charles Johnson | 1731.40 | +327.51 | 86.82% |
| Glicko-1 | Charles Johnson | 1798.25 | +406.55 | 91.22% |
| WHR | Charles Johnson | 1634.06 | +309.95 | 85.62% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Charles Johnson 98, Su Mudaerji 315
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Caged Steel 38: Main Event Announced
On December 7th, 2024, Caged Steel presents Caged Steel 38 in Doncaster UK, an exciting event featuring professional and amateur MMA fights, as well as caged boxing bouts. To purchase tickets to Caged Steel 38, enter coupon code fightmatrix at checkout.
The following bout will serve as the main event of Caged Steel 38:
Professional MMA – Bantamweight (61.2KG) Title Bout – 3×5 rounds
[#488 BW] (C) Adam Bramhald vs 
Altamiro de Jesus
Altamiro de Jesus Pereira (10-2-3)
Gym: Tata Fight Team
Country: Brazil
Adam Bramhald (13-3-0)
Gym: AVT MMA
Country: England
Rank: #15 Bantamweight in UK
Here are the additional matchups announced so far:
Why Tom Aspinall is the best heavyweight in the world right now
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Any diehard MMA fans will have noticed Tom Aspinall’s rise to stardom in the UFC. Initially joining the promotion from Cage Warriors, Aspinall’s talent was evident as soon as he stepped into the Octagon. In fact, many fans and experts think he is now the man to beat in the heavyweight division despite highly anticipated fights to come, with Jon Jones against Stipe Miocic hogging the limelight in the division right now.
Aspinall has already shown that he fears none of his rivals. A huge fight with the winner of Jones against Miocic could be on the cards, with Jones being priced as the favorite when looking at UFC odds, although Stipe Miocic represents great value at +410. Regardless of the outcome between the two veterans, Tom Aspinall has the tools to see off both fighters. As the British man has already demonstrated on numerous occasions, he is one of the most dangerous fighters in the UFC right now.
While Jon Jones will continually play down Aspinall’s ability, many feel he’s refusing to entertain a potential match-up with Aspinall as he’s afraid of tarnishing his legacy and leaving the sport with a loss. Jones is arguably the best fighter ever, but that isn’t at heavyweight. For many fans, Aspinall is the best heavyweight in the world right now. Here’s why below.
The Role of Casino Sponsorships in MMA: Fueling Fighters and Events
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The relationship between Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and casinos has evolved into a crucial partnership that is reshaping the sport. Over the past few years, MMA casino sponsorships have become two of the biggest sources of funds ranging from sponsorship of fighters to sponsorship of the events. These sponsorships provide essential resources for fighters at all levels, from rising stars to seasoned veterans, ensuring they can afford training, travel, and competition expenses. Moreover, MMA events casino sponsorships do not exclude non-financial aspects; casinos increasingly become the venues for organizing MMA events, combining two industries – sport and entertainment.MMA sponsorship deals and particularly the casino industries’ roles in the sport will be looked at in detail in this article. From UFC Polish fighters to the rise of Polish MMA, this piece will highlight how combining MMA and casinos is elevating fighters, boosting visibility, and contributing to the overall success of MMA.