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A Traveler’s Guide to Driving After You Rent a Car in Abu Dhabi

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

This blog is a practical traveler’s guide to driving in Abu Dhabi after renting a car. It’s ideal for tourists, expats, and business visitors planning short stays or long term car rental in Abu Dhabi.

Long term car rental Abu Dhabi with affordable packages and flexible monthly plans

Exploring Abu Dhabi by car is one of the best ways to experience the city. Whether you’re here for a few days or considering a long term car rental Abu Dhabi, driving yourself gives you the freedom to move at your own pace. From modern highways to scenic coastal roads, the city offers a smooth driving experience, provided you understand the local rules. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know once you get behind the wheel after renting a car.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Bonfim (11-08-2025)

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Jason

Welterweight (170)
[#21][#18UFC] Randy Brown (20-6-0, +127) vs. [#24][#21UFC] Gabriel Bonfim (18-1-0, -157)

Last 3 Fights: Randy Brown (2-1-0)
2025-04-26: W vs. [#43WW] Nicolas Dalby (23-7-1) via KO (Punch) in 1:39 of round 2
2024-12-07: L vs. [#28WW] Bryan Battle (12-2-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2024-06-01: W vs. [#67WW] Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos (25-10-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Gabriel Bonfim (3-0-0)
2025-07-12: W vs. [#25WW] Stephen Thompson (17-9-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2025-02-15: W vs. [#75WW] Kalinn Williams (15-5-0) via Technical Submission (Brabo Choke) in 4:58 of round 2
2024-07-13: W vs. [#141WW] Ange Loosa (10-5-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Gabriel Bonfim	-157		58.10%
Elo K170	Gabriel Bonfim	1975.70	+13.93	52.00%
Elo Modified	Randy Brown	1989.30	+87.25	62.30%
Glicko-1	Randy Brown	2065.36	+117.96	66.35%
WHR	Randy Brown	1865.24	+42.94	56.15%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Randy Brown 35.3, Gabriel Bonfim 28.2
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Randy Brown 196, Gabriel Bonfim 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Randy Brown leads 2-1
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Flyweight (125)
[#27][#18UFC] Joseph Morales (13-2-0, -242) vs. [#66][#30UFC] Matt Schnell (17-10-0, +191)

Last 3 Fights: Joseph Morales (3-0-0)
2025-08-16: W vs. [#85FLY] Alibi Idiris (10-1-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 3:04 of round 2
2023-02-03: W vs. [#596FLY] Anthony Do (9-8-0) via Submission (Triangle Choke) in 4:46 of round 3
2022-03-04: W vs. [*] Sidemar Honorio (13-8-0) via SD ()

Last 3 Fights: Matt Schnell (1-2-0)
2025-04-26: W vs. [#138FLY] Jimmy Flick (17-9-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2024-09-07: L vs. [#165BW] Cody Durden (17-9-1) via Submission (Ninja Choke) in 0:29 of round 2
2024-03-02: L vs. [#11FLY] Steve Erceg (13-4-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:26 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Joseph Morales	-242		67.31%
Elo K170	Joseph Morales	1817.04	+277.84	83.19%
Elo Modified	Joseph Morales	1772.78	+258.87	81.61%
Glicko-1	Joseph Morales	1805.68	+288.52	84.03%
WHR	Joseph Morales	1774.54	+375.43	89.67%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Joseph Morales 31.2, Matt Schnell 35.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Joseph Morales 84, Matt Schnell 196
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)
[#23][#20UFC] Muslim Salikhov (22-5-0, +149) vs. [#64][#44UFC] Uros Medic (11-3-0, -186)

Last 3 Fights: Muslim Salikhov (3-0-0)
2025-07-26: W vs. [#37WW] Carlos Leal (22-7-0) via KO (Punch) in 0:42 of round 1
2024-11-23: W vs. [#132WW] Kenan Song (22-9-0) via KO (Spinning Wheel Kick) in 3:49 of round 1
2024-07-13: W vs. [#53WW] Santiago Ponzinibbio (30-9-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Uros Medic (2-1-0)
2025-08-09: W vs. [#580WW] Gilbert Urbina (7-4-0) via KO (Punch) in 1:03 of round 1
2025-01-11: L vs. [#47WW] Punahele Soriano (12-4-0) via KO (Punches) in 0:31 of round 1
2024-04-27: W vs. [#76WW] Tim Means (33-17-1) via TKO (Punches) in 2:09 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Uros Medic	-186		61.82%
Elo K170	Muslim Salikhov	1946.97	+379.87	89.90%
Elo Modified	Muslim Salikhov	1906.75	+286.63	83.89%
Glicko-1	Muslim Salikhov	1953.35	+309.43	85.59%
WHR	Muslim Salikhov	1795.88	+210.00	77.01%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Muslim Salikhov 41.4, Uros Medic 32.5
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Muslim Salikhov 105, Uros Medic 91
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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Friday, October 16th 2026: PFL Chicago: Carmouche vs. Bishop 2

[#6 W125] Liz Carmouche (-354)

[#14 W125] Jena Bishop (+259)

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

Saturday, November 14th 2026: PFL 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

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

Featured Fighters

[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev	[#6 MW]	Brendan Allen
[#2 LW]	Ilia Topuria	[#14 MW]	Christian Leroy Duncan
[#60 LW]	Jai Herbert	[#73 LHW]	Brendson Ribeiro
[#187 BW]	Otari Tanzilovi	[#422 WW]	Leon Shahbazyan
[#48 FW]	Andre Fili	[#13 MW]	Israel Adesanya

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The Season’s Toughest Weight-Class Shifts — and What’s Next for Top Contenders

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

Weight changes don’t always get the attention they deserve in combat sports. Still, they can make or break a fighter’s performance. Dropping down to a lower division or bulking up for a higher one isn’t just a physical adjustment — it’s a mental game too. This season, two names took that gamble and shook up the balance of power: Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev.

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Current & All-Time MMA Rankings Updated (11-02-2025)

Posted on November 2, 2025 by Jason

Sponsorship Opportunity for Pro-Boxer, Stanley “Kid Muscle” Johnson

Posted on November 1, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Introducing Stanley “KiD Muscle” Johnson, @k1dmuscle the newest member of Team LI, the esports division of Long Island Gaming League (LIGL) — in collaboration with Eruption Boxing & MMA Management / @eruptionboxing and Muscle Syndicate. He dominates in the ring, while leveling up in the game. Stanley is a fighter, a gamer, and a creator. As a boxer, his record is 7 – 1 (5 KOs), is ranked #12 in the US Cruiserweight division, and #108 worldwide. Stanley brings the same discipline that fuels his boxing career into esports and digital media.

Next Fight: Nov 8 | WBC Australian Title | Stanley Johnson vs Karim Maatalla (10–2, 8-win streak) | Melbourne, Australia

Gaming Debut: Now streaming, competing, and creating as part of Team LI — including highlights from his EVO 2025 appearance and exclusive behind-the-scenes content from both the ring and the arena.

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This Week’s WHR Bets/Parlays

Posted on October 31, 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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Best Swedish MMA Fighters 2025

Posted on October 31, 2025 by A. J. Riot

Sweden continues to be a powerhouse in the world of mixed martial arts. From the early pioneers like Alexander Gustafsson to today’s new generation of UFC and PFL stars, Swedish fighters have consistently proven themselves on the global stage. In 2025, several Swedish MMA fighters are making headlines for their skill, determination, and impressive records.

1. Khamzat Chimaev – The Chechen Wolf of Sweden

Khamzat Chimaev remains one of the most dominant Swedish fighters in the UFC. Known for his relentless pressure and elite wrestling, Chimaev continues to chase the middleweight and welterweight titles. His performances have captivated MMA fans worldwide, proving that Sweden produces world-class athletes capable of taking on anyone.

Style: Wrestling, striking, and all-around dominance
Achievements: Top contender in UFC Middleweight division
Strengths: Ground control, aggression, and finishing ability

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Cristiano Ronaldo – record holder for goals scored in European Championship qualifiers

Posted on October 31, 2025 by A. J. Riot

The Euro always attracts a lot of attention. This is not surprising, as the continent’s best teams gather at the championship every four years. Fans can use 1xBet mobi not only to watch the matches, but also to make their predictions for each match in a convenient format.

Only the best teams qualify for the European Championship. Previously, there were 16, but starting in 2016, the number of participants was increased to 24. In any case, European teams must first qualify to determine which of them are worthy of competing in the main continental forum.

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Comeback Kings: Greatest Career Revivals in MMA History

Posted on October 29, 2025 by A. J. Riot

In MMA, a fighter’s journey is rarely a straight line. Many have hit rock bottom only to claw their way back to the top. Some stories are so wild they could be scripted in a Lukki fight film. These comebacks are more than just wins – they’re proof of resilience, discipline, and a little bit of madness that defines the sport.

Below, we look at four fighters whose career revivals stand as the greatest in MMA history.

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Enhancing Growth Hormone Naturally: MK-677 in Bodybuilding Explained

Posted on October 29, 2025 by A. J. Riot

When most people think about building muscle, they picture intense gym sessions, protein shakes, and perfect meal prep. But behind the scenes, hormones quietly direct the show. One of the most powerful players in muscle growth is growth hormone (GH), a natural compound the body releases to help build tissue, recover from stress, and burn fat.

In recent years, researchers and fitness-focused individuals have been paying attention to MK-677, also known as Ibutamoren. It has quickly earned a strong reputation in the bodybuilding space for its potential role in supporting growth hormone production without injections. If you’re scrolling through the internet and seeing MK-677 for sale, you might wonder: what exactly is this compound, and why is it talked about so much?

Let’s break it down in simple language.

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