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Glendal “Buckshot” Whitney: Missouri’s Undefeated MMA Prospect

Posted on February 6, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Missouri’s fight scene is surging in 2026, with one name leading the charge: Glendal “Buckshot” Whitney. A rising star with an undefeated record in regional MMA promotions, Whitney has captured the attention of fans across the state through aggressive striking, explosive finishes, and a relentless hunger to prove himself. Every match he wins adds weight to the belief that he is not just a hometown hero but a future contender on the national stage.

Fans supporting Whitney’s rise can add to the excitement by exploring the Fanatics Missouri promo code, giving them a chance to gear up responsibly while celebrating local sports talent.

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Pre-Game Prep: How to Scout Single Matches on a Dating Platform Like a Pro

Posted on February 5, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Most people open a dating app, swipe like thumbs are on auto-pilot, then act shocked that chats go nowhere. The app isn’t cursed, the prep is. Before swiping at all, it helps to decide what you’re actually ok with right now. Short term, longer term, “not sure yet but honest about it”, whatever. Pick it, write it down if brain keeps changing.

Then set 3–5 basic lines you don’t cross. Maybe kids, distance, smoking, politics, age gap, whatever matters in real life. When that stuff is clear first, it’s easier to look at a profile and think “nope, doesn’t fit the list” instead of “eh, maybe it will magically work”. That little bit of pre-game planning stops a lot of weird chats before they even start.

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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
[#8 BW]	Payton Talbott	[#26 MW]	Roman Kopylov
[#63 MW]	Damian Pinas	[#28 FLW]	Imanol Rodriguez
[#81 MW]	Ateba Abega Gautier	[#29 LW]	Esteban Ribovics
[#3 W125]	Natalia Silva	[#12 BW]	Deiveson Figueiredo

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Crypto Markets Are Weak — Here’s How Some Investors Are Still Earning with SolStaking

Posted on February 5, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Bitcoin (BTC) has recently slipped below the $80,000 psychological level, as thin liquidity and futures-related liquidations amplified market volatility. With macro uncertainty rising and risk appetite weakening, short-term price stability has once again become a concern across the crypto market. In this environment, strategies that rely solely on predicting price direction are facing growing uncertainty.

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From Deck to Digital: How Poker Strategies Have Evolved

Posted on February 3, 2026 by A. J. Riot

The game has changed. While poker purists still debate whether skill matters more than luck, professional players are using AI-powered solvers to refine their strategies between hands. The gap between casual players and serious competitors has never been wider, yet accessibility to high-level training has never been greater. Modern poker isn’t just about reading tells anymore. It’s about understanding game theory optimal (GTO) play, leveraging statistical databases, and making decisions backed by millions of simulated hands.

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How to Hire the Right Kitchen Contractor for Your Remodel

Posted on February 3, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Remodeling a kitchen is one of the most exciting yet challenging projects a homeowner can undertake. The kitchen is often the centerpiece of a home, and a well-executed remodel can dramatically improve both functionality and resale value. However, the success of the project largely depends on hiring the right contractor. Choosing a professional who understands your vision, communicates effectively, and delivers quality work is essential. With so many kitchen contractors NYC available, the process can feel overwhelming, but with careful planning and consideration, you can make a confident choice.

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Turkish Women’s Boxing is Making Waves!

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Heather

Busenaz Surmeneli (First Turkish Boxer to Win an Olympic Metal)

Women began boxing in Türkiye as early as the 1920’s. This came about due to foreign soldiers being in Istanbul. In 1924, female boxing was hitting the media. This soon started to diminish in popularity due to the newly founded Turkish Republic, in 1923. Boxing was viewed as unconventional for women to partake in. Women were seen as having enough equality by 1935, and the female boxing scene was put on hiatus. It took off again in the late 1990’s, when teams were formalized. In the 2000’s, Turkish women began boxing internationally.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs. Oliveira (02-07-2026)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Jason

Bantamweight (135)
[#6][#6UFC] Mario Bautista (16-3-0, -206) vs. [#17][#16UFC] Vinicius Oliveira (24-3-0, +164)

Last 3 Fights: Mario Bautista (2-1-0)
2025-10-25: L vs. [#4BW] Umar Nurmagomedov (20-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2025-06-07: W vs. [#14BW] Patrick Mix (19-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
2024-10-05: W vs. [*] Jose Aldo (32-10-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Vinicius Oliveira (3-0-0)
2025-07-19: W vs. [#24BW] Kyler Phillips (12-4-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2025-02-01: W vs. [#40BW] Said Nurmagomedov (18-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-06-29: W vs. [#39BW] Ricky Simon (23-7-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Mario Bautista	-206		63.99%
Elo K170	Mario Bautista	2061.44	+81.52	61.52%
Elo Modified	Mario Bautista	2010.55	+32.43	54.65%
Glicko-1	Mario Bautista	2046.24	+20.44	52.94%
WHR	Mario Bautista	1894.27	+15.45	52.22%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Mario Bautista 32.6, Vinicius Oliveira 30.2
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Mario Bautista 105, Vinicius Oliveira 203
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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Flyweight (125)
[#4][#4UFC] Kyoji Horiguchi (35-5-0, -351) vs. [*] Amir Albazi (17-2-0, +265)
Kyoji Horiguchi is the All-Time #18 ranked Flyweight fighter.
Amir Albazi is the All-Time #44 ranked Flyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Kyoji Horiguchi (3-0-0)
2025-11-22: W vs. [#14FLY] Tagir Ulanbekov (18-3-0) via Technical Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:18 of round 3
2024-12-31: W vs. [#112FLY] Nkazimulo Zulu (16-8-1) via UD ()
2024-06-09: W vs. [#11BW] Sergio Pettis (25-7-0) via UD ()

Last 3 Fights: Amir Albazi (2-1-0)
2024-11-02: L vs. [#5FLY] Brandon Moreno (23-9-2) via UD (49-46, 50-45, 50-45)
2023-06-03: W vs. [#8FLY] Kai Kara-France (25-12-0) via SD (48-47, 48-47, 47-48)
2022-12-17: W vs. [#133FLY] Alessandro Costa (14-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 2:13 of round 3

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Kyoji Horiguchi	-351		73.96%
Elo K170	Kyoji Horiguchi	2131.83	+322.80	86.51%
Elo Modified	Kyoji Horiguchi	2091.75	+319.43	86.28%
Glicko-1	Kyoji Horiguchi	2153.80	+327.02	86.79%
WHR	Kyoji Horiguchi	2063.39	+361.86	88.92%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Kyoji Horiguchi 35.3, Amir Albazi 32.3
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Kyoji Horiguchi 77, Amir Albazi 462
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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Heavyweight (265)
[#6][#5UFC] Jailton Almeida (22-4-0, -149) vs. [#23][#15UFC] Rizvan Kuniev (12-3-1, +122)
Jailton Almeida is the All-Time #48 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Jailton Almeida (2-1-0)
2025-10-25: L vs. [#3HW+] Alexander Volkov (39-11-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2025-01-18: W vs. [#9HW+] Serghei Spivac (17-6-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:53 of round 1
2024-06-01: W vs. [#18HW+] Alexander Romanov (20-4-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 2:27 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Rizvan Kuniev (1-1-0, 1 NC)
2025-06-21: L vs. [#7HW+] Curtis Blaydes (19-5-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2024-08-20: W vs. [#195HW+] Hugo Cunha (8-3-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Punches) in 4:59 of round 1
2023-04-07: NC vs. [#12HW+] Renan Ferreira (13-5-0)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Jailton Almeida	-149		57.05%
Elo K170	Jailton Almeida	1950.94	+324.74	86.64%
Elo Modified	Jailton Almeida	2021.91	+316.10	86.05%
Glicko-1	Jailton Almeida	2131.64	+331.45	87.08%
WHR	Jailton Almeida	1989.07	+170.11	72.70%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Jailton Almeida 34.6, Rizvan Kuniev 33.9
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Jailton Almeida 105, Rizvan Kuniev 231
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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Cybersecurity Trends Every Developer Needs to Know

Posted on February 2, 2026 by A. J. Riot

As digital platforms continue to grow in complexity and scale, cybersecurity has become one of the most critical concerns for developers across all industries. From web applications and mobile platforms to cloud services and digital entertainment ecosystems, security is no longer an optional feature — it is a fundamental requirement. Understanding current cybersecurity trends is essential for developers who want to build resilient, trustworthy, and future-proof systems

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Is UFC 324 The Fight of the Year Already? Why Gaethje vs. Pimblett Changed MMA Forever

Posted on February 2, 2026 by A. J. Riot

When UFC 324 first came, many fans were excited. However, it was also perceived as a form of an unexpected matchup. Justin Gaethje is known as one of the most established and experienced lightweights in the sector. He was set to face Paddy Pimblett. Paddy was a fast-rising name popular for his overall confidence and skill set. Therefore, the matchup clearly set experience against momentum.

As the fight started, it became clear that there was something more to only entertainment. The bout raised major questions about modern MMA, like how fights are matched, how rankings are viewed, and how the sport rates popularity & competition. As the climax of the match came about, fans were already in a debate: Had UFC 324 delivered the fight of the year?

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All-Time MMA Rankings Updated (02-02-2026)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Jason

Alexander Volkanovski rises to #6 in the Absolute Men’s Rankings. He is the first new entrant to penetrate the Top 6 in years, knocking Matt Hughes down to #7.