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Peptides for Muscle Growth

Posted on October 14, 2025 by A. J. Riot

If you’ve been exploring ways to enhance your physical performance and muscle growth, you may have come across the term “peptides.” These powerful compounds are gaining attention for their potential to support the body’s natural processes, including the building and repair of muscle tissue.

Navigating the world of peptides can feel complex, but this guide is here to offer a clear and supportive overview. We’ll explain what peptides are, how they work, and introduce some of the specific types commonly associated with muscle growth and development. Our goal is to provide you with the foundational knowledge you need to understand this topic with confidence.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs. Allen (10-18-2025)

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Jason

Middleweight (185)
[#8][#7UFC] Reinier de Ridder (21-2-0, -196) vs. [#14][#12UFC] Brendan Allen (25-7-0, +162)

Last 3 Fights: Reinier de Ridder (3-0-0)
2025-07-26: W vs. [#9MW] Robert Whittaker (26-9-0) via SD (48-47, 47-48, 48-47)
2025-05-03: W vs. [#33MW] Bo Nickal (7-1-0) via TKO (Knees) in 1:53 of round 2
2025-01-18: W vs. [#23WW] Kevin Holland (28-14-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 3:31 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Brendan Allen (1-2-0)
2025-07-19: W vs. [#19MW] Marvin Vettori (19-9-1) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2025-02-22: L vs. [#6MW] Anthony Hernandez (15-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-09-28: L vs. [#9P4P][#3MW] Nassourdine Imavov (17-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Reinier de Ridder	-196		63.43%
Elo K170	Reinier de Ridder	2095.33	+86.75	62.23%
Elo Modified	Reinier de Ridder	2051.28	+65.22	59.28%
Glicko-1	Reinier de Ridder	2107.48	+66.11	59.40%
WHR	Reinier de Ridder	1974.39	+54.36	57.76%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Reinier de Ridder 35.1, Brendan Allen 29.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Reinier de Ridder 84, Brendan Allen 91
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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Welterweight (170)
[#23][#20UFC] Kevin Holland (28-14-0, +110) vs. [#60][#41UFC] Mike Malott (12-2-1, -132)

Last 3 Fights: Kevin Holland (2-1-0)
2025-07-19: L vs. [#16WW] Daniel Rodriguez (20-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2025-06-07: W vs. [#34WW] Vicente Luque (23-12-1) via Submission (Anaconda Choke) in 1:03 of round 2
2025-03-22: W vs. [#48WW] Gunnar Nelson (19-6-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Mike Malott (2-1-0)
2025-05-10: W vs. [#118WW] Charlie Radtke (10-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:26 of round 2
2024-11-02: W vs. [#168WW] Trevin Giles (16-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2024-01-20: L vs. [#20WW] Neil Magny (31-13-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:45 of round 3

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Mike Malott	-132		54.43%
Elo K170	Kevin Holland	1859.21	+96.31	63.52%
Elo Modified	Kevin Holland	1855.48	+96.96	63.60%
Glicko-1	Kevin Holland	1948.80	+158.52	71.35%
WHR	Kevin Holland	1815.83	+55.68	57.94%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Kevin Holland 32.9, Mike Malott 33.9
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kevin Holland 91, Mike Malott 161
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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Women Flyweight (125)
[#7P4P][#8DD][#2][#2UFC] Manon Fiorot (12-2-0, -237) vs. [#14P4P][#9][#7UFC] Jasmine Jasudavicius (14-3-0, +192)
Manon Fiorot is the All-Time #23 ranked Women’s fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Manon Fiorot (2-1-0)
2025-05-10: L vs. [#2P4P][#4DD][#1FLY] Valentina Shevchenko (25-4-1) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)
2024-03-30: W vs. [#10P4P][#4FLY] Erin Blanchfield (13-2-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2023-09-02: W vs. [#9P4P][#5FLY] Rose Namajunas (14-7-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Jasmine Jasudavicius (3-0-0)
2025-05-10: W vs. [#13SW] Jessica Andrade (26-15-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:40 of round 1
2025-02-01: W vs. [#20BW] Mayra Bueno Silva (10-5-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2024-11-02: W vs. [#32BW] Ariane Lipski da Silva (17-11-0) via Submission (Brabo Choke) in 2:28 of round 3

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Manon Fiorot	-237		67.24%
Elo K170	Manon Fiorot	1894.95	+109.13	65.21%
Elo Modified	Manon Fiorot	1876.91	+80.52	61.38%
Glicko-1	Manon Fiorot	1880.81	+81.29	61.49%
WHR	Manon Fiorot	1833.98	+106.55	64.87%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Manon Fiorot 35.6, Jasmine Jasudavicius 36.6
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Manon Fiorot 161, Jasmine Jasudavicius 161
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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Featured Upcoming Bouts (Outside of UFC)

Sunday, March 8th 2026: Deep Osaka Impact 2026 1st Round

[#7 W105] Moeri Suda

[#11 W105] Namiko Kawabata

Last Fight Date: 9/15/2025 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#5 W105] Saori Oshima
Last 5: W W W W L

Last Fight Date: 5/25/2025 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#36 W105] Honoka Shigeta
Last 5: L L L W W

Friday, March 20th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Madrid - Van Steenis vs. Edwards 2

[#8 MW] Costello Van Steenis

[#14 MW] Fabian Edwards

Last Fight Date: 7/19/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#13 MW] Johnny Eblen
Last 5: W L W W W

Last Fight Date: 8/21/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#29 MW] Dalton Rosta
Last 5: W L W W W

Saturday, February 7th 2026: PFL Dubai: Nurmagomedov vs. Davis

[#6 LW] Usman Nurmagomedov

[#16 LW] Alfie Davis

Last Fight Date: 10/03/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#15 LW] Paul Hughes
Last 5: W NC W W W

Last Fight Date: 8/15/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#17 LW] Gadzhi Rabadanov
Last 5: W L W W W

Featured Fighters

[#6 FW]	Rajabali Shaidullaev	[#3 LW]	Charles Oliveira
[#35 LW]	Salahdine Parnasse	[#1 LW]	Ilia Topuria
[NR]	Khabib Nurmagomedov	[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev
[NR]	Conor McGregor	[#1 MW]	Khamzat Chimaev
[NR]	Chris Lytle	[#8 LW]	Paddy Pimblett

Current MMA Rankings Updated (10-12-2025)

Posted on October 12, 2025 by Jason

Live Betting: How to Make Smart In-Play Wager

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

Live betting transforms watching a match into a more involved experience, connecting viewers to the game in a different way. It differs from conventional sports betting by providing an opportunity to place bets based on real-time observations of the match. Maximizing your success in live betting requires a clear understanding of how to evaluate the in-game situation, what statistics are important, and what tactics to use.

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This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Jason

Both parlays still in the green!

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.

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1xBet Canada Review: Top Features, Benefits & Betting Options Explained

Posted on October 9, 2025 by A. J. Riot

The 1xBet Canada platform stands out as an engaging online service offering a wide range of entertainment options, including betting, casino games, and more. Its sleek and user-friendly interface ensures smooth navigation, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced users. The platform is designed with a focus on reliability and convenience, operating seamlessly across various devices.

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Who are the worst bosses in fighting games?

Posted on October 8, 2025 by A. J. Riot

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While there’s a lot of focus on the most epic boss battles in fighting games, there have also been some terrible inclusions to navigate. In fact, in the last couple of decades, we’ve been exposed to some shoddy boss fights that really let certain gaming titles down.

Alongside playing action-adventure masterpieces like God of War and sampling the strong selection of online Pulsz slot games, such as Day of Dead, fighting games have always delivered plenty of exhilarating action for gamers to get stuck into. The big boss battles are generally the undoubted highlights of most fighting titles, although they aren’t always worth the wait.

So, with a plethora of terrible matchups immediately springing to mind, below, we remember some of the worst bosses in fighting games.

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Veins Under Fire: How Martial Artists Can Help Prevent Varicose Veins

Posted on October 8, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Martial artists push their bodies hard — powerful legwork, jumps, kicks, clinches, pivots. But the repetitive stress, strain, and vascular demands of intense training can contribute to vein issues like varicose veins over time. The good news is that with smart habits, you can protect your vascular health and preserve leg function for the long term.

If you ever notice bulging, aching, or swelling veins, it’s wise to seek professional care. One clinic offering vein services in your region is vein treatments in Denton.

Below are practical strategies and training tips tailor-made for martial artists who want strong, resilient legs without the burden of venous problems.

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Live Betting: How to Make Smart In-Play Wager

Posted on October 7, 2025 by A. J. Riot

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot (10-11-2025)

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Jason

Lightweight (155)
[#4][#4UFC] Charles Oliveira (35-11-0, +103) vs. [#8][#7UFC] Mateusz Gamrot (25-3-0, -125)
Charles Oliveira is the All-Time #7 ranked Lightweight and #33 ranked Absolute fighter.
Mateusz Gamrot is the All-Time #40 ranked Lightweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Charles Oliveira (1-2-0)
2025-06-28: L vs. [#3P4P][#2LW] Ilia Topuria (17-0-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:27 of round 1
2024-11-16: W vs. [#25LW] Michael Chandler (23-10-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 49-45)
2024-04-13: L vs. [*] Arman Tsarukyan (22-3-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Mateusz Gamrot (2-1-0)
2025-05-31: W vs. [#43LW] Ludovit Klein (23-5-1) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2024-08-17: L vs. [#7LW] Dan Hooker (24-12-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2024-03-09: W vs. [#34WW] Rafael dos Anjos (32-17-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Mateusz Gamrot	-125		53.00%
Elo K170	Charles Oliveira	2227.10	+126.49	67.44%
Elo Modified	Charles Oliveira	2236.28	+133.72	68.35%
Glicko-1	Charles Oliveira	2306.84	+142.21	69.40%
WHR	Charles Oliveira	2123.44	+85.57	62.07%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Charles Oliveira 36.0, Mateusz Gamrot 34.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Charles Oliveira 105, Mateusz Gamrot 133
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 2 win(s) against common opposition.
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Bantamweight (135)
[#9][#9UFC] Deiveson Figueiredo (24-5-1, +227) vs. [#19][#18UFC] Montel Jackson (15-2-0, -283)

Last 3 Fights: Deiveson Figueiredo (1-2-0)
2025-05-03: L vs. [#5BW] Cory Sandhagen (18-6-0) via TKO (Knee Injury) in 4:08 of round 2
2024-11-23: L vs. [#3BW] Petr Yan (19-5-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2024-08-03: W vs. [#11BW] Marlon Vera (24-10-1) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Montel Jackson (3-0-0)
2025-05-03: W vs. [#44BW] Daniel Marcos (17-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2024-07-13: W vs. [#45BW] DaMon Blackshear (17-8-1) via KO (Punch) in 0:18 of round 1
2023-04-22: W vs. [*] Rani Yahya (28-12-1) via KO (Punches) in 3:42 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Montel Jackson	-283		70.72%
Elo K170	Montel Jackson	1969.71	+15.47	52.22%
Elo Modified	Deiveson Figueiredo	1965.31	+33.55	54.81%
Glicko-1	Montel Jackson	2002.60	+5.10	50.73%
WHR	Montel Jackson	1963.94	+109.03	65.19%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Deiveson Figueiredo 37.8, Montel Jackson 33.4
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Deiveson Figueiredo 161, Montel Jackson 161
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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Welterweight (170)
[#24][#21UFC] Vicente Luque (23-11-1, +375) vs. [#21LW][#14LWUFC] Joel Alvarez (22-3-0, -526)
Vicente Luque is the All-Time #42 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Vicente Luque (1-2-0)
2025-06-07: L vs. [#22WW] Kevin Holland (28-14-0) via Submission (Anaconda Choke) in 1:03 of round 2
2024-12-07: W vs. [#59WW] Themba Gorimbo (14-5-0) via Technical Submission (Anaconda Choke) in 0:52 of round 1
2024-03-30: L vs. [#7WW] Joaquin Buckley (21-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:17 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Joel Alvarez (3-0-0)
2024-12-14: W vs. [#45LW] Drakkar Klose (16-3-1) via KO (Flying Knee and Punches) in 2:48 of round 1
2024-08-03: W vs. [#105LW] Elves Brener (16-6-0) via TKO (Knees and Punches) in 3:36 of round 3
2023-07-22: W vs. [#81LW] Marc Diakiese (18-8-0) via Submission (Brabo Choke) in 4:26 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Joel Alvarez	-526		79.96%
Elo K170	Joel Alvarez	1973.41	+122.34	66.91%
Elo Modified	Joel Alvarez	1963.34	+94.48	63.27%
Glicko-1	Joel Alvarez	2060.11	+167.67	72.42%
WHR	Joel Alvarez	2000.06	+261.11	81.81%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Vicente Luque 33.9, Joel Alvarez 32.6
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Vicente Luque 126, Joel Alvarez 301
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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UFC 320 Main Card Recap

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Jack Latham

UFC 320 saw the action return to the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where Alex Pereira aimed to reclaim his light heavyweight title against the champion Magomed Ankalaev.

Also on the card, Merab Dvalishvili defended his bantamweight title against Cory Sandhagen, and a huge light heavyweight clash unfolded between Jiri Prochazka and Khalil Rountree Jr.

Abusupiyan Magomedov vs Joe Pyfer

The event kickstarted with a middleweight bout between Abusupiyan Magomedov and Joe Pyfer, with both men looking to build on winning streaks.

Magomedov had won his previous three fights, whilst Pyfer was on a two-fight winning streak, and knew he had the punching power to stop any opponent.

The fight began as many expected, with both fighters acting cautiously, throwing feints in order to find an early opening. This soon changed, however, with Pyfer securing a takedown, although Magomedov was soon able to gain the top mount position.

This was where the German Magomedov wanted the fight to be, and he soon snuffed Pyfer’s attempt to get up with a clean takedown from back control, just failing to secure a kimura on the ground.

Pyfer returned to his feet with a minute left of round one and started headhunting with wild right overhands, narrowly missing his target as the first round ended.

‘Bodybagz’ could sense that Magomedov was fatigued and continued to hunt him down at the beginning of round two, hurting his opponent with some nasty right hooks.

From here Pyfer landed some punches on the ground before searching for an arm triangle, which Magomedov escaped from, leading to his back being taken and Pyfer securing a surprise submission victory via a rear naked choke.

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How Gambling Platforms Are Adapting to MMA and Combat Sports Fans

Posted on October 6, 2025 by A. J. Riot

MMA and combat sports have increased ten times in popularity over the past ten years, progressing from niche attractions to mainstream events. The large promotions like the UFC, ONE Championship, and Bellator now hold global fan bases who are not only interested in the fights themselves but also in the statistics, analytics, and tactics behind them.

With this heightened interest, gambling firms have moved quickly to take advantage of the promise of selling to these highly dedicated fans. Websites such as the best online casino bonus are leading the way, combining the thrill of gaming with the technical content and speed that combat sports demand.

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (10-05-2025)

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Jason

North America – Prospect Watch: October 2025

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Jason

Criteria

Fighters have a nationality belonging to a country in North America.
Never fought in a “big league” organization.
- This is a manually managed list, which currently contains 37 organizations (some defunct).
Wins+(Draws*0.5) / Losses+(Draws*0.5) >= 5
- Fighters must have at least 5 times as many wins as losses, with draws adding a half-point each to both sides of the equation.
- Minimum of 5 wins.
Fought in the last 450 days.
Less than 30 years old.
- We do not have birth dates for all fighters.
Fighters are ranked by their cumulative rank positions of R (standard rating), P4P rating, DD rating, WHR rating, and the above equation.

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This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Jason

Both parlays still in the green!

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.

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