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FightMatrix Rankings After UFC Qatar: Biggest Movers and the Lightweight Fallout

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

You go into a fight night expecting chaos. It’s the nature of the beast. But even by the volatile standards of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the recent card in Qatar felt different. It wasn’t just a collection of fights; it was a demolition of the status quo.

We aren’t just talking about a few guys moving up a rung or two on the ladder. We are talking about a complete restructuring of the pecking order. When the dust settled and the adrenaline faded, the release of the updated FightMatrix rankings (Release #1000, for those keeping score) confirmed what everyone watching already knew in their gut: the landscape has changed. The old guard is looking over their shoulders, and the new blood isn’t just knocking on the door. No, they are kicking it down.

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (12-07-2025)

Posted on December 7, 2025 by Jason

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	[NR]	Khabib Nurmagomedov
[#1 LW]	Ilia Topuria	[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev
[NR]	Conor McGregor	[NR]	Chris Lytle
[#1 MW]	Khamzat Chimaev	[#8 LW]	Paddy Pimblett

How to Speed Up Design Workflow Using CapCut PC AI Image Generator

Posted on December 5, 2025 by A. J. Riot

The desktop programs may require hours, concepts, and various editing software to make digital work, but CapCut PC simplifies the whole process significantly. Having an in-built AI image generator, designers are able to transform simple texts into decent images within a few seconds. CapCut PC will provide any person, be it a student, content creator, marketer, or business owner, with a fast method to create creative resources without involving complicated design programs.

In this article, we will explore how CapCut PC assists you in accelerating your design processes as well as how you can use it to create images in real time. We will get to the steps, but first of all, we should know why CapCut PC has become the favorite of creators.

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Hard Rock Bet Officially Launches Online Casino in Michigan After MGCB Approval

Posted on December 5, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Hard Rock Bet has officially entered the Michigan online gambling market, launching its full-service online casino and sportsbook following authorization from the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The debut marks the latest expansion for the global entertainment brand and restores the state’s roster of active online casino platforms to full capacity. With a new partnership and a strategic push into one of the most competitive U.S. iGaming markets, Hard Rock Bet positions itself as a notable new contender in Michigan’s regulated digital gaming landscape.

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Fight Odds Breakdown: How Missouri Combat Sports Fans Can Bet Smarter When Sportsbooks Launch

Posted on December 5, 2025 by A. J. Riot

As legal mobile sports betting prepares to roll out in Missouri, fight fans across the state are getting ready to engage with combat sports on a deeper level. With UFC and boxing events regularly offering thrilling matchups, the launch of local sportsbooks introduces a fresh opportunity to turn knowledge into profitable wagers. However, betting on fights isn’t just about gut instinct or name recognition, it’s a game of odds, strategy, and timing. Understanding how to read lines, identify value, and manage risk can give Missouri bettors a decisive edge from day one.

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Are MMA Rankings Relatable? (Spoiler: No)

Posted on December 4, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Every rankings system’s goal is to turn a sport into a book you can read. Fight Matrix leans into that promise with its Combat Intelli-Rating and Ranking System (CIRRS), an engine that ingests professional results from around the world and produces a constantly updated table. The idea is to treat each fight as a data point. Wins over strong opponents are worth more than wins over fading or unproven names. Old results decay in value; recent form matters more. At its core, the system behaves like an Elo-style rating model, but wrapped in additional code that accounts for inactivity, impressive debuts, “fluke” wins, and cross-division movement.

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How Boxing’s Classic Techniques Became MMA’s Modern Edge

Posted on December 4, 2025 by A. J. Riot

The 2006 Griffin-Bonnar fight forced MMA to evolve. Their three-round war proved the sport needed more than punches, with crafty art and style that was on the way. This demand for richer striking created the modern game: a century of combat knowledge, refined and blended into something entirely new. Fans who spend their weekends studying these stylistic match-ups often find themselves translating that knowledge into odds analysis on licensed Canadian sportsbooks listed through RG, because nothing sharpens your eye for distance and timing like knowing exactly why one style beats another.

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This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays

Posted on December 4, 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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Iconic Rivals in the History of WWE

Posted on December 3, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Few forms of entertainment live and die by rivalry the way WWE does. Across decades, its greatest stories have been told not in isolated matches but in long, tangled feuds that define eras and reshape fan loyalties. From the exploding popularity of Hulkamania to the intensity of the Attitude Era and beyond, certain pairings have become touchstones that every new generation of fans returns to, rewatches, and debates.

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1win — Where Every Game Turns Into a Victory Story

Posted on December 3, 2025 by A. J. Riot

1win is a legal and globally recognized platform offering sports betting, casino games, and virtual sports. It began operations in 2018 and operates under the Curaçao Gaming license 8048/JAZ 2018-040. You can register in minutes, fund your account via popular e-wallets and cryptocurrency, and place bets on cricket, soccer, kabaddi, and more. New 1win players can receive a generous 500% welcome bonus for a better start.

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MMA Stars’ High-Stakes Casino Adventures

Posted on December 3, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Athletes Casino Entertainment

Mixed martial arts champions often seek adrenaline beyond the octagon. Their competitive drive fuels high-stakes hobbies, from luxury cars to exclusive gaming tables. Many fighters explore the online casino Australia real money scene during international tours. This pursuit mirrors their training discipline but carries significant financial risks. Understanding their casino habits reveals much about their strategic minds.

Conor McGregor wagered $1.4 million on a single blackjack hand in 2023.
Over 68% of surveyed UFC fighters reported casino visits in the past year.
A former champion won a $550,000 slots jackpot weeks before a title fight.
Fighter-endorsed betting platforms saw a 45% revenue increase in 2024.
High-profile MMA bets on boxing matches exceeded $12 million in 2024.
Projected fighter gambling sponsorships will reach $25 million by 2025.
Casino hosting fees for MMA after-parties average $300,000 per event.

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How Much Do UFC Fighters Get Paid: A Full Breakdown of the UFC Salary System

Posted on December 3, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Understanding how much do UFC fighters get paid requires looking beyond headline pay-per-view numbers. Many fans in New Zealand see the final purse announced on social media and assume that every athlete receives massive earnings. In reality, the average UFC fighter salary varies widely based on contract tier, ranking, marketability, and event type. This guide explains how the system works, how UFC pay per fight is calculated, and what determines how much does a UFC champion make compared to the rest of the roster.

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When Nature Becomes Your Gym Without You Realizing It

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

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Many people spend long periods indoors, often between work, screens, and daily tasks that keep them seated for much of the day. This can make it hard to add natural movement into regular routines, even when the intention is there. Outdoor spaces offer a simple way to change this pattern. A short walk outside or a few minutes in a nearby green area can bring gentle activity into the day without needing a formal plan. Nature creates chances for movement that do not feel forced or scheduled. This helps people stay active in a relaxed and enjoyable way.

This article explores how nature supports movement through simple surroundings and everyday moments. It shows how outdoor areas make activity accessible, comfortable, and even enjoyable for different preferences and routines.

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All-Time MMA Rankings Updated (12-02-2025)

Posted on December 2, 2025 by Jason

Fight Matrix Program – UFC 323: Dvalishvili vs. Yan (12-06-2025)

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Jason

Bantamweight Championship (135)
[#1DD][#2P4P][#1][#1UFC] Merab Dvalishvili (21-4-0, -434) vs. [#4][#4UFC] Petr Yan (19-5-0, +329)
Merab Dvalishvili is the All-Time #6 ranked Bantamweight fighter.
Petr Yan is the All-Time #9 ranked Bantamweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Merab Dvalishvili (3-0-0)
2025-10-04: W vs. [#5BW] Cory Sandhagen (18-6-0) via UD (49-45, 49-45, 49-46)
2025-06-07: W vs. [#2BW] Sean OMalley (18-3-0) via Submission (North-South Choke) in 4:42 of round 3
2025-01-18: W vs. [#3BW] Umar Nurmagomedov (19-1-0) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 48-47)

Last 3 Fights: Petr Yan (3-0-0)
2025-07-26: W vs. [#22BW] Marcus McGhee (10-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-11-23: W vs. [#10BW] Deiveson Figueiredo (25-5-1) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)
2024-03-09: W vs. [#6BW] Yadong Song (22-9-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Merab Dvalishvili	-434		77.71%
Elo K170	Merab Dvalishvili	2435.76	+296.48	84.64%
Elo Modified	Merab Dvalishvili	2399.39	+231.58	79.13%
Glicko-1	Merab Dvalishvili	2479.12	+260.06	81.71%
WHR	Merab Dvalishvili	2236.74	+188.48	74.74%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Merab Dvalishvili 34.9, Petr Yan 32.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Merab Dvalishvili 63, Petr Yan 133
Previous Match-up Record: Merab Dvalishvili leads 1-0-0
Wins Against Common Opposition: Merab Dvalishvili leads 5-3
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Flyweight Championship (125)
[#2DD][#4P4P][#1][#1UFC] Alexandre Pantoja (30-5-0, -242) vs. [#14P4P][#3][#3UFC] Joshua Van (15-2-0, +197)
Alexandre Pantoja is the All-Time #2 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Joshua Van is the All-Time #37 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Alexandre Pantoja (3-0-0)
2025-06-28: W vs. [#6FLY] Kai Kara-France (25-12-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 1:55 of round 3
2024-12-07: W vs. [#26FLY] Kai Asakura (21-6-0) via Technical Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:05 of round 2
2024-05-04: W vs. [#11FLY] Steve Erceg (13-4-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Joshua Van (3-0-0)
2025-06-28: W vs. [#5FLY] Brandon Royval (17-8-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2025-06-07: W vs. [#27FLY] Bruno Silva (15-8-2) via TKO (Punches) in 4:01 of round 3
2025-03-08: W vs. [#49FLY] Rei Tsuruya (10-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Alexandre Pantoja	-242		67.75%
Elo K170	Alexandre Pantoja	2220.85	+240.75	79.99%
Elo Modified	Alexandre Pantoja	2141.08	+218.18	77.83%
Glicko-1	Alexandre Pantoja	2236.29	+271.35	82.67%
WHR	Alexandre Pantoja	2063.03	+314.88	85.97%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Alexandre Pantoja 35.6, Joshua Van 24.1
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alexandre Pantoja 161, Joshua Van 161
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Alexandre Pantoja leads 2-1
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Flyweight (125)
[#7DD][#7P4P][#2][#2UFC] Brandon Moreno (23-8-2, +107) vs. [#7][#7UFC] Tatsuro Taira (17-1-0, -130)
Brandon Moreno is the All-Time #3 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Tatsuro Taira is the All-Time #23 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Brandon Moreno (2-1-0)
2025-03-29: W vs. [#11FLY] Steve Erceg (13-4-0) via UD (49-46, 49-46, 49-46)
2024-11-02: W vs. [#12FLY] Amir Albazi (17-2-0) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)
2024-02-24: L vs. [#5FLY] Brandon Royval (17-8-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 46-49)

Last 3 Fights: Tatsuro Taira (2-1-0)
2025-08-02: W vs. [#73FLY] Hyun Sung Park (10-2-0) via Submission (Face Crank) in 1:06 of round 2
2024-10-12: L vs. [#5FLY] Brandon Royval (17-8-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
2024-06-15: W vs. [#31FLY] Alex Perez (25-10-0) via TKO (Knee Injury) in 2:59 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Tatsuro Taira	-130		53.91%
Elo K170	Brandon Moreno	2005.76	+122.13	66.89%
Elo Modified	Brandon Moreno	2030.96	+134.72	68.47%
Glicko-1	Brandon Moreno	2118.58	+140.09	69.13%
WHR	Brandon Moreno	1997.34	+138.45	68.93%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Brandon Moreno 32.0, Tatsuro Taira 25.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brandon Moreno 252, Tatsuro Taira 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Brandon Moreno leads 1-0
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