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Fight Matrix Program – RIZIN 26 (2020-12-31)

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Jason

Bantamweight (135)
[#14] Kai Asakura (17-2-0) vs. [*] Kyoji Horiguchi (28-3-0)
Kyoji Horiguchi is the All-Time #27 ranked Bantamweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Kai Asakura (2-1-0)
2020-09-27: W vs. [#147BW] Shoji Maruyama (17-13-1) via TKO (Punches and Soccer Kick) in 2:37 of round 1
2020-08-10: W vs. [#35BW] Hiromasa Ougikubo (21-5-2) via TKO (Knee and Soccer Kicks) in 4:31 of round 1
2019-12-31: L vs. [#6FLY] Manel Kape (15-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:38 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Kyoji Horiguchi (2-1-0)
2019-08-18: L vs. [#14BW] Kai Asakura (17-2-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:08 of round 1
2019-06-14: W vs. [#20FW] Darrion Caldwell (15-4-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 48-47)
2019-04-21: W vs. [*] Ben Nguyen (16-9-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:53 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Elo K170	Kyoji Horiguchi	2016.12	+185.53	70.01%
Elo Modified	Kyoji Horiguchi	1998.25	+212.76	71.74%
Glicko-1	Kyoji Horiguchi	1986.26	+121.12	66.76%
WHR	Kyoji Horiguchi	1915.31	+148.18	66.31%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kai Asakura 95, Kyoji Horiguchi 501
Previous Match-up Record: Kai Asakura leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Kyoji Horiguchi leads 3-2
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Lightweight (150)
[#72] Mikuru Asakura (14-2-0) vs. [#190FW] Satoshi Yamasu (11-5-0)

Last 3 Fights: Mikuru Asakura (2-1-0)
2020-11-21: L vs. [#46FW] Yutaka Saito (19-4-2) via UD ()
2020-02-21: W vs. [#451LW] Daniel Salas (17-7-0) via KO (Head Kick and Punches) in 2:34 of round 2
2019-12-31: W vs. [#66FW] John Teixeira (23-5-2) via UD ()

Last 3 Fights: Satoshi Yamasu (2-1-0)
2020-09-20: L vs. [#137FW] Juntaro Ushiku (21-7-1) via MD ()
2019-05-12: W vs. [#260FW] Daiki Hata (20-13-7) via TKO (Punches) in 0:11 of round 2
2018-10-27: W vs. [#199FW] Takahiro Ashida (24-10-2) via UD ()

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Elo K170	Mikuru Asakura	1693.58	+195.26	70.93%
Elo Modified	Mikuru Asakura	1700.56	+221.59	72.51%
Glicko-1	Mikuru Asakura	1742.37	+216.44	77.66%
WHR	Mikuru Asakura	1647.35	+196.91	71.09%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Mikuru Asakura 40, Satoshi Yamasu 102
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 Atomweight (108)
[#2/#10DD/#8P4P] Ayaka Hamasaki (20-3-0) vs. [#6] Miyuu Yamamoto (6-4-0)
Ayaka Hamasaki is the All-Time #6 ranked Women’s fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Ayaka Hamasaki (2-1-0)
2020-08-09: W vs. [#7AW] Tomo Maesawa (14-11-0) via Submission (Kimura) in 1:26 of round 2
2019-12-31: L vs. [#1AW/#6DD/#6P4P] Seo Hee Ham (23-8-0) via SD ()
2019-08-18: W vs. [#12AW] Suwanan Boonsorn (5-3-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 3:29 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Miyuu Yamamoto (2-1-0)
2019-12-31: W vs. [#12AW] Suwanan Boonsorn (5-3-0) via UD ()
2019-10-12: L vs. [#1AW/#6DD/#6P4P] Seo Hee Ham (23-8-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:42 of round 2
2019-06-02: W vs. [#5AW] Kanna Asakura (17-4-0) via UD ()

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Elo K170	Ayaka Hamasaki	1636.67	+265.69	77.10%
Elo Modified	Ayaka Hamasaki	1685.76	+340.99	81.65%
Glicko-1	Ayaka Hamasaki	1718.15	+404.73	91.13%
WHR	Ayaka Hamasaki	1634.00	+381.24	85.09%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ayaka Hamasaki 144, Miyuu Yamamoto 366
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Ayaka Hamasaki leads 4-2
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Types of Slot Machines Jackpots

Posted on December 27, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Playing slots is always a lot of fun but the main goal of most players is to win some additional funds. When a player can win some money, they will discover that slots have two different ways of providing jackpots which will be highlighted below.

Playing slots can be a lot of fun, but the ultimate objective is always to win money. When a player can accomplish this goal, they’ll find that slots have two distinct ways of offering jackpots. Both of the slot machine jackpots will be discussed below. Understanding the different types of slot machine jackpots can enhance a player’s gaming strategy and expectations. For instance, learning about the roulette regler can also be beneficial, as it adds to the overall knowledge of casino games.

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Saturday, July 18th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Austin: Van Steenis vs. Eblen 2

[#6 MW] Costello Van Steenis

[#12 MW] Johnny Eblen

Last Fight Date: 3/20/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#16 MW] Fabian Edwards
Last 5: L W W W W

Last Fight Date: 3/28/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#51 MW] Bryan Battle
Last 5: W W W L W

Saturday, June 27th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL San Diego: McKee vs. Isbulaev

[#7 W125] Liz Carmouche

[#13 W125] Viviane Araujo

Last Fight Date: 8/15/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#16 W125] Jena Bishop
Last 5: W L W W W

Last Fight Date: 4/11/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#62 W125] Shanna Young
Last 5: W L W L W

Sunday, May 31st 2026: Shooto Professional Shooto 2026 Vol. 4

[#11 SW] Koyuru Tanoue

[#12 SW] Kazusa Kurobe

Last Fight Date: 11/16/2025 [Shooto]
Last Opponent: [#243 FLW] Jo Arai
Last 5: W W W W L

Last Fight Date: 1/18/2026 [Shooto]
Last Opponent: [#38 SW] Ken Asahina
Last 5: W W W W W

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[#175 FW]	George Mangos	[#78 FW]	Juan Archuleta
[#1 MW]	Sean Strickland	[#186 MW]	Christian Eckerlin
[NR]	Conor McGregor	[NR]	Matt Marriot
[#34 FW]	Doo Ho Choi	[NR]	Suzu Ooi
[#29 LW]	Salahdine Parnasse	[NR]	Rustam Odinaev

Current MMA Rankings Updated (12-27-2020)

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Jason

Fighters with the Most Wins in UFC History

Posted on December 24, 2020 by A. J. Riot

It sounds odd, but not nearly enough time is devoted to talking about the UFC greats. Everything seems rooted in the here and now, with an heavier emphasis on future fights, while everything that’s already happened falls by the wayside, except for brief mentions when discussing someone’s resume.

There’s no clear-cut explanation for this phenomenon. Part of it is definitely because the UFC is still in its infancy relative to other sports leagues. It didn’t start until 1993, and it has only really become ultra-popular since the turn of the millennium. Another potential reason is the scarcity of matchups. Fighters are scheduling bouts every other week, so even the longest-tenured UFC participants have a finite sample size under their belts.

And finally, let’s not neglect the financial aspect: Everyone cares about the upcoming fight most because that’s the one they can order on pay-per-view and place wagers on. Only a handful of sports in North America are more popular when it comes to that, and it’s become an incredibly lucrative industry. Why, sports betting in California alone is projected to be worth $2.5 billion per year. And that’s just one state. People love to wager on sports that don’t take place every day. That’s why, like college football and the NFL, the UFC takes center stage when it comes to looking at upcoming events rather than past ones. It also helps that virtually every new fight is either a title fight or a bout that will determine who gets the next shot at a title matchup.

Make no mistake, though, the UFC has officially been around long enough that it’s put together a colorful history. Plenty of those who have set foot in the octagon are worthy of being considered among the sport’s all-time greats. And while there’s no one way to identify them, it makes sense to start with the fighters who have racked up the most victories in UFC history.

Donald Cerrone (23 victories)

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Let’s just say the 37-year-old Donald Cerrone, who was formerly a professional kickboxer, has been around the UFC for quite some time. And he has the resume to prove it.

Not only does he hold the all-time record for victories, but he has also fought in more bouts (35) and owns more finishes (16) than anyone else. And guess what? He’s not done yet. His last fight came in September 2020, and he very much plans to keep going.

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Top 5 Boxing Slots for Casino Players

Posted on December 24, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Portuguese people love to gamble. The country is proud to be the home of the world-famous Casino Estoril, which is one of the largest and oldest casinos in Europe. However, these days it is rather difficult to visit a land-based casino so many hardcore gamblers turn towards online casinos or maybe become casino affiliate.

Of all casino games, slots are some of the most popular. The variety of themes is almost unlimited. Many people who enjoy a spin on the one-armed robber favour fighting themed games. In this article, we will list five of the most popular boxing games, with the help of Martim Nabeiro – an expert in the field of online casinos. Click here to read more about Martim, who gave insights to his favourite casino games, featuring boxers.

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Easy Ways to Bet on Boxing

Posted on December 24, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Betting has become popular in the recent past, thanks to the development of mobile technology. Boxing is one of the betting sports which is growing. Unknown to many people, gambling in boxing can be achieved in many ways by placing your bet on many different aspects of the match. Although today boxing may be not as popular as it used to be in the past, there are still some bets taking place for big matches. Below is some essential information that will help you climb the ladder on how betting in boxing works before you make your first investment.

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (12-20-2020)

Posted on December 20, 2020 by Jason

How to Bet Wisely on Pro Kabaddi League

Posted on December 20, 2020 by A. J. Riot

Kabaddi is one of the most popular games in India. But its popularity reached a new high with the introduction of the Pro Kabaddi League. The sport has become familiar among people who had never heard of it before.

Moreover, the Pro Kabaddi League used a modern approach and made the game more attractive for bettors in India and across the globe. That is why in this article, we have formulated a few tips that will help you bet wisely on the league games.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Neal (2020-12-19)

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Jason

Welterweight (170)
[#9] Stephen Thompson (15-4-1, -116) vs. [#16] Geoff Neal (13-2-0, -107)
Stephen Thompson is the All-Time #14 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Stephen Thompson (1-2-0)
2019-11-02: W vs. [#12WW] Vicente Luque (19-7-1) via UD (30-26, 30-26, 29-27)
2019-03-23: L vs. [#13WW] Anthony Pettis (23-10-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:55 of round 2
2018-05-27: L vs. [#6MW] Darren Till (18-3-1) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Geoff Neal (3-0-0)
2019-12-14: W vs. [#35WW] Mike Perry (14-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:30 of round 1
2019-07-27: W vs. [#53WW] Niko Price (14-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:39 of round 2
2019-01-19: W vs. [#20WW] Belal Muhammad (17-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Stephen Thompson	-116		50.95%
Elo K170	Stephen Thompson	2003.26	+104.99	61.77%
Elo Modified	Stephen Thompson	1984.20	+95.63	60.32%
Glicko-1	Stephen Thompson	2041.59	+84.81	61.97%
WHR	Stephen Thompson	1925.09	+69.89	57.92%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Stephen Thompson 413, Geoff Neal 371
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)
[#6] Jose Aldo (28-7-0, -157) vs. [#17] Marlon Vera (17-6-1, +129)
Jose Aldo is the All-Time #3 ranked Absolute fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Jose Aldo (0-3-0)
2020-07-11: L vs. [#1BW/#7DD/#7P4P] Petr Yan (15-1-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:24 of round 5
2019-12-14: L vs. [#4BW] Marlon Moraes (23-7-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2019-05-11: L vs. [#1FW/#3DD/#4P4P] Alexander Volkanovski (22-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Marlon Vera (2-1-0)
2020-08-15: W vs. [#38BW] Sean OMalley (12-1-0) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 4:40 of round 1
2020-05-16: L vs. [#18BW] Yadong Song (16-4-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2019-10-12: W vs. [#55BW] Andre Ewell (17-6-0) via TKO (Elbow and Punches) in 3:17 of round 3

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Jose Aldo	-157		58.31%
Elo K170	Jose Aldo	1922.07	+129.82	64.41%
Elo Modified	Jose Aldo	1954.58	+168.26	67.62%
Glicko-1	Jose Aldo	2017.11	+162.40	71.81%
WHR	Jose Aldo	1853.35	+155.89	67.09%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Jose Aldo 161, Marlon Vera 126
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)
[#52] Kalinn Williams (11-1-0, -103) vs. [#115] Michel Pereira (25-11-0, -121)

Last 3 Fights: Kalinn Williams (3-0-0)
2020-11-14: W vs. [#132WW] Abdul Razak Alhassan (10-3-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:30 of round 1
2020-02-08: W vs. [#69WW] Alex Morono (18-6-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:27 of round 1
2019-11-27: W vs. [#380WW] Jeremie Holloway (10-4-0) via UD ()

Last 3 Fights: Michel Pereira (1-2-0)
2020-09-05: W vs. [#344WW] Zelim Imadaev (8-3-0) via Technical Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:39 of round 3
2020-02-15: L vs. [#80WW] Diego Sanchez (30-13-0) via Disqualification (Illegal Knee) in 3:09 of round 3
2019-09-14: L vs. [*] Tristan Connelly (14-6-0) via UD (29-27, 29-27, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Michel Pereira	-121		51.90%
Elo K170	Kalinn Williams	1713.74	+185.45	70.00%
Elo Modified	Kalinn Williams	1737.91	+146.16	65.47%
Glicko-1	Kalinn Williams	1763.81	+116.03	66.10%
WHR	Kalinn Williams	1611.45	+83.44	59.42%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kalinn Williams 35, Michel Pereira 105
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 256 Proves that MMA is Changing as Old Warriors Make Way for Rising Stars

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

As MMA’s old guard lay down their shields and move on to new pastures, the UFC looks set to go through a transitionary period in the coming years. Indeed, with established stars fading, there’s room in the spotlight for emerging talent. Evidence that this is the case came courtesy of UFC 256. In the wake of Yoel Romero’s surprise departure from the organization, three battle-worn warriors showed their scars on December 12 at the Apex in Las Vegas.

Kevin Holland secures win number 5️⃣ of 2020! 🤯

✅ May 16 Anthony Hernandez
✅ Aug. 8 Joaquin Buckley
✅ Sept. 19 Darren Stewart
✅ Oct. 31 Charlie Ontiveros
✅ Dec. 12 Jacare Souza

Take a bow, @Trailblaze2top 👏#UFC256 pic.twitter.com/2cCMfJsysf

— UFC on BT Sport (@btsportufc) December 13, 2020

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (12-13-2020)

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Jason

The record-setting career of Jay Ellis

Posted on December 8, 2020 by Richard Mann

Kevin Costner’s character in “Bull Durham,” a career minor league baseball player, refers to the minor-league home-run record as “kind of a dubious honor.” It is hard to imagine an MMA equivalent of that record, but there is clearly one even more infamous. 36-year-old Jay Ellis already holds this record, and his lead in this particular metric extended this past weekend.

On Saturday former Appalachian State All-American wrestler Austin Trotman picked up his first professional win. That victory came at the expense of Ellis. In the process, Trotman handed Ellis his record 94th MMA loss. Per Fight Matrix tracking that is the most losses in the history of the sport and six more than Shannon Ritch who has the second most losses.

Ellis made his MMA debut back in 2005, and he currently holds a 15-94 professional record. While that is a 14% winning percentage, he does have some wins over some names that will be familiar to MMA fans.

In 2007, Ellis brought a 3-7 record into a fight against current UFC competitor Gerald Meerschaert. It was only Meerschaert’s second professional fight, and Ellis’ experience edge paid off. Six years later Meerschaert would get a taste of revenge as he won a rematch and handed Ellis his 54th loss.

Ellis was also the debut opponent for former Bellator featherweight champion Daniel Straus. Despite having a 9-28 record heading into the fight, Ellis was able to pick up the victory back in 2009. Straus was able to put the pieces back together and won his first of two Bellator titles in 2013.

The last time Ellis tasted victory came back in 2017, and he is currently riding a 21-fight losing streak. At the moment it looks like he will be remembered for this somewhat odd record. Ellis will have a hard time claiming any other record. He is currently ninth on the list of fighters with the most professional MMA bouts, and it seems very unlikely he will catch the current leader as Travis Fulton has fought 322 times.

Fight Matrix Program – UFC 256: Figueiredo vs. Moreno (2020-12-12)

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Jason

Flyweight Championship (125)
[#1/#4DD/#6P4P] Deiveson Figueiredo (20-1-0, 124.5lb, -331) vs. [#2] Brandon Moreno (18-5-1, 124.5lb, +256)
Deiveson Figueiredo is the All-Time #8 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Brandon Moreno is the All-Time #13 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Deiveson Figueiredo (3-0-0)
2020-11-21: W vs. [#5FLY] Alex Perez (24-6-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 1:57 of round 1
2020-07-18: W vs. [#3FLY] Joseph Benavidez (28-7-0) via Technical Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 4:48 of round 1
2020-02-29: W vs. [#3FLY] Joseph Benavidez (28-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:54 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Brandon Moreno (3-0-0)
2020-11-21: W vs. [#11FLY] Brandon Royval (12-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:59 of round 1
2020-03-14: W vs. [#8FLY] Jussier Formiga (23-8-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2019-12-14: W vs. [#27FLY] Kai Kara France (21-9-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Deiveson Figueiredo	-331		73.21%
Elo K170	Deiveson Figueiredo	2155.11	+229.31	74.03%
Elo Modified	Deiveson Figueiredo	2115.64	+229.78	73.22%
Glicko-1	Deiveson Figueiredo	2204.26	+268.41	82.42%
WHR	Deiveson Figueiredo	2003.79	+212.99	72.57%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Deiveson Figueiredo 21, Brandon Moreno 21
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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Lightweight (155)
[#3] Tony Ferguson (25-4-0, 155.0lb, -167) vs. [#5] Charles Oliveira (29-8-0, 154.5lb, +138)
Tony Ferguson is the All-Time #8 ranked Lightweight and #40 ranked Absolute fighter.
Charles Oliveira is the All-Time #36 ranked Lightweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Tony Ferguson (2-1-0)
2020-05-09: L vs. [#1LW/#8DD] Justin Gaethje (22-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:39 of round 5
2019-06-08: W vs. [#21WW] Donald Cerrone (36-15-0) via TKO (Doctor Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 2
2018-10-06: W vs. [#13WW] Anthony Pettis (23-10-0) via TKO (Corner Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Charles Oliveira (3-0-0)
2020-03-14: W vs. [#10LW] Kevin Lee (18-6-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 0:28 of round 3
2019-11-16: W vs. [#59FW] Jared Gordon (16-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:26 of round 1
2019-05-18: W vs. [#54FW] Nik Lentz (30-11-2) via TKO (Punches) in 2:11 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Tony Ferguson	-167		59.81%
Elo K170	Tony Ferguson	2207.90	+71.11	58.05%
Elo Modified	Tony Ferguson	2172.66	+65.87	57.16%
Glicko-1	Tony Ferguson	2242.13	+22.45	53.23%
WHR	Tony Ferguson	2025.32	+6.44	50.74%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Tony Ferguson 217, Charles Oliveira 273
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Tony Ferguson leads 3-1
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Women Strawweight (115)
[#13] Virna Jandiroba (16-1-0, 115.0lb, +157) vs. [#18] Mackenzie Dern (9-1-0, 115.0lb, -191)

Last 3 Fights: Virna Jandiroba (2-1-0)
2020-08-15: W vs. [#48SW] Felice Herrig (14-9-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 1:44 of round 1
2019-12-07: W vs. [#38SW] Mallory Martin (7-3-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:16 of round 2
2019-04-27: L vs. [#4SW] Carla Esparza (17-6-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

Last 3 Fights: Mackenzie Dern (2-1-0)
2020-09-19: W vs. [#27SW] Randa Markos (10-10-1) via Submission (Armbar) in 3:44 of round 1
2020-05-30: W vs. [#80SW] Hannah Cifers (10-7-0) via Submission (Kneebar) in 2:36 of round 1
2019-10-12: L vs. [#10SW] Amanda Ribas (10-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Mackenzie Dern	-191		62.78%
Elo K170	Virna Jandiroba	1620.34	+102.35	61.48%
Elo Modified	Virna Jandiroba	1619.26	+79.25	58.59%
Glicko-1	Virna Jandiroba	1647.38	+127.43	67.56%
WHR	Virna Jandiroba	1567.42	+107.65	62.05%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Virna Jandiroba 119, Mackenzie Dern 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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Poirier vs. McGregor 2: Does the Advantage Now Lie with The Diamond?

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

On January 23rd, 2021, Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will meet in the cage for the second time in their professional careers. At the main event of UFC 257, the lightweight contenders will battle for superiority on their paths back to a 155-pound title shot. Having won the first fight between the pair at UFC 178, many believe that the Notorious is the favorite to triumph in their upcoming highly-anticipated bout. However, few can argue that The Diamond hasn’t learned from his defeat to the Irishman back in September 2014. So, let’s consider whether Poirier is being overlooked ahead of UFC 257.

Poirier’s Record Showcases Undeniable Improvements

Following his loss to McGregor as a featherweight, the five-foot-nine American has reinvented himself as a lightweight. After being stopped by the Irishman in the first round of their initial match-up, Poirier has only lost twice since then. At UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Johnson in September 2016, Michael Johnson knocked out The Diamond, before the Louisiana-born fighter suffered a third-round submission loss at the hands of Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 242, as per his official fight record.

Although he’s yet to get his hands on the lightweight belt, the former 155-pound interim champion has got several notable wins over elite competitors. To date, Poirier has beaten Anthony Pettis and Eddie Alvarez, who previously held the division’s title, as well as Dan Hooker, Justin Gaethje, and Max Holloway.

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The Most Anticipated Bouts Happening Next Year

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

Fighting is an exciting sport. In 2020 there have been some restrictions for fighting due to the pandemic; but 2021 could be a big year for MMA with some big fights coming up. These bouts can be as exciting as a slot in an online casino (click here to learn more), or sometimes even more! The adrenaline, the show and the spectacular fights in boxing or MMA have always drawn huge crowds.

Let us look at the most anticipated bouts that are happening next year. Whether you can watch them live in a stadium or on TV, these fights will be spectacular as it gets and should not be missed!

UFC Fight Night: Holloway vs. Kattar (January 16. 2021)
UFC 257: Poirier vs McGregor 2 (January 23. 2021)
March 2021 at UFC Fight Night 190: Welterweight bout: Max Griffin vs. Song Kenan
March 2021 at UFC 259: Light Heavyweight bout: Aleksandar Rakic vs. Thiago Santos
March 2021 at UFC 259: Bantamweight bout: Dominick Cruz vs Casey Kenney

These are just some of the few big bouts that are happening in 2021. More will be announced in the coming weeks. We can anticipate even more blockbuster fights in 2021 with some special title fights who can shape the future of MMA.

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