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The Art of Storytelling in Casino Games: How Developers Craft Immersive Narratives

Posted on October 6, 2023 by A. J. Riot

Whoever said your time spent gambling on casino games needs to be basic? Player satisfaction is taking root in all factions of the gaming industry. From iGaming to video gameplay, developers are creating more ways to keep players entertained and wanting more.

The idea of casino gameplay has transcended the standard spin of the wheel or die toss. Players can enjoy exciting gameplay on the forgotten fable slot and other fun titles offering immersive narratives. Now, incredible features are integrated into casino gameplay, from character development to themes and immersive graphics. You’ll never feel out of place or bored again. Let’s explore the fun of casino games. Who knows what we’ll find!

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What Online Games Are Most Popular in Norway?

Posted on October 6, 2023 by A. J. Riot

As you may already know, Norway is packed with the most avid gamers in the world, particularly given that it is one of the countries with the highest Internet penetration at 99%. Moreover, according to data from Statista, the average number of devices connected to the Internet per Norwegian household is eight. Of course, this means that Internet access isn’t a problem neither are devices that players can use to play online.

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Featured Upcoming Bouts (Outside of UFC)

Friday, October 16th 2026: PFL Chicago: Carmouche vs. Bishop 2

[#6 W125] Liz Carmouche

[#14 W125] Jena Bishop

Last Fight Date: 6/27/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#16 W125] Viviane Araujo
Last 5: L W W W W

Last Fight Date: 6/27/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#36 W125] Ariane Lipski da Silva
Last 5: W W L W W

Thursday, December 31st 2026: Rizin FF New Years Eve Event

[#5 FW] Rajabali Shaidullaev

[#17 FW] Kyoma Akimoto

Last Fight Date: 9/10/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation]
Last Opponent: [#7 FW] A.J. McKee
Last 5: W W W W W

Last Fight Date: 8/11/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation]
Last Opponent: [#26 FW] Kleber Koike Erbst
Last 5: W W W W W

Saturday, November 14th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Returns to Dubai: Nemkov vs. Bilostenniy

[#6 HW] Vadim Nemkov

[#16 HW] Sergey Bilostenniy

Last Fight Date: 12/13/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#20 HW] Renan Ferreira
Last 5: W W W W W

Last Fight Date: 5/02/2026 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#20 HW] Renan Ferreira
Last 5: W W L W W

Featured Fighters

[#43 WW]	Roberto Soldic	[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev
[#26 MW]	Roman Kopylov	[#8 BW]	Payton Talbott
[#28 FLW]	Imanol Rodriguez	[#63 MW]	Damian Pinas
[#29 LW]	Esteban Ribovics	[#2 LW]	Ilia Topuria
[#15 LW]	Salahdine Parnasse	[#62 WW]	Kalinn Williams

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Fight Matrix Program – Bellator 300 (10-07-2023)

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Jason

Lightweight (155)
[#19] Usman Nurmagomedov (17-0-0, -1346) vs. [#32] Brent Primus (12-3-0, +643)

Last 3 Fights: Usman Nurmagomedov (3-0-0)
2023-03-10: W vs. [*] Ben Henderson (30-12-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:37 of round 1
2022-11-18: W vs. [#25LW] Patricky Freire (25-11-0) via UD (50-45, 50-44, 50-44)
2022-07-22: W vs. [#135LW] Christopher Gonzalez (8-3-0) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 2:54 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Brent Primus (2-1-0)
2023-05-12: W vs. [#67LW] Mansour Barnaoui (20-6-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)
2022-06-24: L vs. [#17LW] Alexandr Shabliy (23-3-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:22 of round 2
2021-10-16: W vs. [*] Ben Henderson (30-12-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Usman Nurmagomedov	-1346		87.36%
Elo K170	Usman Nurmagomedov	1916.92	+38.41	54.38%
Elo Modified	Usman Nurmagomedov	1908.77	+19.23	52.10%
Glicko-1	Usman Nurmagomedov	1978.37	+38.94	55.58%
WHR	Usman Nurmagomedov	1902.24	+85.35	59.63%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Usman Nurmagomedov 211, Brent Primus 148
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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Women Featherweight (145)
[*] Cristiane Justino (26-2-0, -546) vs. [#5] Cat Zingano (14-4-0, +350)
Cristiane Justino is the All-Time #2 ranked Women’s fighter.
Cat Zingano is the All-Time #35 ranked Women’s fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Cristiane Justino (3-0-0)
2022-04-23: W vs. [#8FW] Arlene Blencowe (15-10-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 49-46)
2021-11-12: W vs. [#12FW] Sinead Kavanagh (9-6-0) via KO (Punches) in 1:32 of round 1
2021-05-21: W vs. [*] Leslie Smith (12-9-1) via TKO (Punches) in 4:51 of round 5

Last 3 Fights: Cat Zingano (3-0-0)
2023-03-31: W vs. [#15FW] Leah McCourt (7-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2022-06-24: W vs. [#22FW] Pam Sorenson (9-6-0) via UD (29-26, 29-27, 29-27)
2021-04-09: W vs. [NA] Olivia Parker (4-3-0) via Submission (Armbar) in 2:56 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Cristiane Justino	-546		79.18%
Elo K170	Cristiane Justino	1946.37	+380.37	85.04%
Elo Modified	Cristiane Justino	1946.69	+328.65	80.83%
Glicko-1	Cristiane Justino	2013.60	+407.14	91.24%
WHR	Cristiane Justino	1945.06	+361.32	83.90%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Cristiane Justino 532, Cat Zingano 190
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Cat Zingano leads 1-0
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Heavyweight (265)
[#7] Ryan Bader (31-7-0, -186) vs. [#12] Linton Vassell (23-8-0, +139)
Ryan Bader is the All-Time #29 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Ryan Bader (3-0-0)
2023-02-04: W vs. [*] Fedor Emelianenko (40-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:30 of round 1
2022-05-06: W vs. [*] Cheick Kongo (31-12-2) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2022-01-29: W vs. [#16HW+] Valentin Moldavsky (12-3-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Linton Vassell (3-0-0)
2023-03-10: W vs. [#16HW+] Valentin Moldavsky (12-3-0) via KO (Punches and Elbows) in 3:03 of round 1
2022-04-15: W vs. [#28HW+] Tim Johnson (16-9-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:21 of round 1
2021-11-12: W vs. [#39HW+] Tyrell Fortune (13-3-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Ryan Bader	-186		60.84%
Elo K170	Ryan Bader	2197.20	+205.47	71.89%
Elo Modified	Ryan Bader	2197.86	+230.04	73.24%
Glicko-1	Ryan Bader	2257.24	+237.61	79.70%
WHR	Ryan Bader	2025.44	+101.19	61.36%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Ryan Bader 245, Linton Vassell 211
Previous Match-up Record: Ryan Bader leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Ryan Bader leads 4-1
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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Dawson vs. Green (10-07-2023)

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Jason

Lightweight (155)
[#14] Grant Dawson (20-1-1, -396) vs. [#15] Bobby Green (30-14-1, +293)

Last 3 Fights: Grant Dawson (3-0-0)
2023-07-01: W vs. [#52LW] Damir Ismagulov (24-3-0) via UD (30-26, 30-27, 30-27)
2022-11-05: W vs. [#54LW] Mark O. Madsen (12-1-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:05 of round 3
2022-04-30: W vs. [#68LW] Jared Gordon (19-6-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 4:11 of round 3

Last 3 Fights: Bobby Green (1-1-0, 1 NC)
2023-07-29: W vs. [#51LW] Tony Ferguson (25-9-0) via Technical Submission (Arm-Triangle Choke) in 4:54 of round 3
2023-04-22: NC vs. [#68LW] Jared Gordon (19-6-0)
2022-12-17: L vs. [#27LW] Drew Dober (26-12-0) via KO (Punch) in 2:45 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Grant Dawson	-396		75.82%
Elo K170	Grant Dawson	2086.64	+233.58	74.40%
Elo Modified	Grant Dawson	2032.86	+206.76	71.20%
Glicko-1	Grant Dawson	2098.90	+206.02	76.60%
WHR	Grant Dawson	1976.29	+216.11	72.85%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Grant Dawson 98, Bobby Green 70
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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Middleweight (185)
[#31] Joseph Pyfer (11-2-0, -412) vs. [#72] Abdul Razak Alhassan (12-5-0, +305)

Last 3 Fights: Joseph Pyfer (3-0-0)
2023-04-08: W vs. [#48MW] Gerald Meerschaert (35-17-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:15 of round 1
2022-09-17: W vs. [#499MW] Alen Amedovski (8-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 3:55 of round 1
2022-07-26: W vs. [#211MW] Osman Diaz (7-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:39 of round 2

Last 3 Fights: Abdul Razak Alhassan (2-1-0)
2023-01-14: W vs. [#152MW] Claudio Ribeiro (11-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:28 of round 2
2022-02-19: L vs. [#43WW] Joaquin Buckley (16-6-0) via SD (28-29, 29-28, 29-28)
2021-08-28: W vs. [#134MW] Alessio Di Chirico (13-7-0) via KO (Head Kick) in 0:17 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Joseph Pyfer	-412		76.52%
Elo K170	Joseph Pyfer	1605.00	+51.48	55.85%
Elo Modified	Abdul Razak Alhassan	1617.49	+0.31	50.03%
Glicko-1	Joseph Pyfer	1693.71	+9.20	51.32%
WHR	Abdul Razak Alhassan	1620.63	+23.05	52.63%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Joseph Pyfer 182, Abdul Razak Alhassan 266
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)
[#26] Alex Morono (23-8-0, +159) vs. [#43] Joaquin Buckley (16-6-0, -197)

Last 3 Fights: Alex Morono (2-1-0)
2023-05-13: W vs. [#37WW] Tim Means (33-15-1) via Submission (Guillotine Choke) in 2:09 of round 2
2022-12-10: L vs. [#30WW] Santiago Ponzinibbio (29-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:29 of round 3
2022-07-30: W vs. [#69WW] Matthew Semelsberger (11-6-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Joaquin Buckley (1-2-0)
2023-05-20: W vs. [#77WW] Andre Fialho (16-8-0) via TKO (Head Kick) in 4:15 of round 2
2022-12-10: L vs. [#21MW] Chris Curtis (30-10-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:49 of round 2
2022-09-03: L vs. [#18MW] Nassourdine Imavov (12-4-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Joaquin Buckley	-197		63.20%
Elo K170	Alex Morono	1826.35	+107.10	61.99%
Elo Modified	Alex Morono	1866.43	+160.51	66.88%
Glicko-1	Alex Morono	1932.49	+159.24	71.43%
WHR	Alex Morono	1754.85	+114.87	62.83%

Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alex Morono 147, Joaquin Buckley 140
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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Xiong Jing Nan’s Joy Over ONE Championship’s Growing Popularity in the U.S.

Posted on October 2, 2023 by A. J. Riot

In recent years, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has captured the attention of sports enthusiasts worldwide. Among the rising stars in this high-octane realm is the reigning women’s ONE strawweight MMA champion, Xiong Jing Nan. A veritable force in the ring, Xiong has been making waves not just in her home country but also on the international scene. With the news of ONE Championship’s exciting expansion into the United States in 2024, Xiong’s joy is palpable. This anticipated development promises to bring her prowess and the electrifying intensity of MMA to an even broader audience.

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Current MMA & All-Time Rankings Updated (10-01-2023)

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Jason

Stat of the Day: Loss Streaks after Win Streaks

Posted on October 1, 2023 by Jason

After recently realizing that Tony Ferguson had won 12 straight fights, and then lost 6 straight… I started to think, has something like this ever happened before in Pro MMA? And then I started to wonder if anything WORSE than this had happened?

Though, it is tough to grade “worse” in this case. If a fighter wins 15 straight, then loses 6, that’s probably worse. But what if they won 8, then lost 8, is that worse? You get my point.

Here are some good finds…

Kevin Asplund has a mighty impressive case, winning 15 straight, then dropping 5, then winning 1, then dropping 5 more in a row.
Allan Zuniga may actually beat Tony, if you count his fight in TUF 22. His career is especially weird, where he starts out at 13-0, loses the TUF fight, then loses 5 pro fights and has not fought since.
Mitsuhisa Sunabe has an active streak to watch. He won 16 in a row before his current 4 fight losing streak.
How about Johnnie Roades? This guy won 6 straight, then lost 11 in a row!

Did I miss anyone? Let me know in the comments!

Note: Draws and no contests were ignored.

Top 10 UFC Showdowns That Defined MMA History

Posted on September 25, 2023 by A. J. Riot

The UFC universe is brimming with legendary bouts, edge-of-your-seat moments, and unforgettable face-offs. In a journey spanning three decades, we’ve seen warriors emerge, dynasties crumble, and underdogs shine. In honor of the most thrilling clashes the sport has ever seen, online casino experts from Vulkanbet present their top 10 UFC fights that have undoubtedly made their mark in MMA history.

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3 Must-Read Martial Arts Books in 2023

Posted on September 25, 2023 by A. J. Riot

To paraphrase the words of Ben Okri, reading is one of the greatest acts of civilization because it takes the free raw material of the mind and builds castles of possibilities. This is the essence of book reading and why people read so many books even in today’s digital age. You can only go so far with watching videos or just by talking to people. At some point, you’ll have to pick up a book if you really want to broaden your horizons.

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (09-24-2023)

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Jason