top of page


The Black Belt Podcast with Harinder Singh Sabharwal - Herb Perez - Season 4 Ep. 6
“If you define success by achieving specific things on a rigid path, then you set yourself up for disappointment. True success is...
Black Belt Team
Feb 17


Cover Story Throwback: Chuck Norris
The July 1970 cover of Karate Illustrated featured Chuck Norris , already a rising martial arts star. He would go on to win a total of...
Black Belt Team
Feb 16


Cover Story Throwback: Tony Dorsett
Tony Dorsett, the legendary "Hawk" and College and NFL Hall of Famer, appeared on the cover of Fighting Stars in December 1981. Learn...
Black Belt Team
Feb 2


Cover Story Throwback: George Iversen
The September 1980 cover of Black Belt featured Kajukenbo Grandmaster George Iversen , founder of the Hawaiian Kajukenbo Association....
Black Belt Team
Jan 30


Shara Magomedov vs. Michael 'Venom' Page - Who Will Survive This Middleweight WAR in Saudi Arabia this Saturday?
The Octagon is set to ignite in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as two of the most electrifying strikers in MMA collide in a co-main event that...
Black Belt Team
Jan 29


BRAVE CF Sets the Stage for a Game-Changing 2025: First 4 Events Announced
Get ready for another groundbreaking year in MMA as BRAVE Combat Federation , the world’s most global MMA organization, unveils its first...
Black Belt Team
Jan 27


Cover Story Throwback: Ishmael Robles
In the 60s and 70s, Texas was known as the toughest place in the world to compete in tournament karate. Featured on the cover of the...
Black Belt Team
Jan 26


Cover Story Throwback: Aaron Norris
What other Norris was an acclaimed martial artist? The great Aaron Norris graced the May 1989 cover of Black Belt Magazine — a star in...
Black Belt Team
Jan 23


Cover Story Throwback: Lori Lantrip
Who were the dominant female fighters of the '80s? Today, we’re spotlighting Karate Illustrated’s July 1984 cover, featuring one of the...
Black Belt Team
Jan 19


Weigh-In Results | UFC 311: Makhachev vs Moicano
Arman Tsarukyan is unable to compete against Islam Makhachev due to an injury. Renato Moicano will step in for Tsarukyan in the main...
Black Belt Team
Jan 18


The Return of Jiří Procházka: Can the Samurai Reclaim UFC Light Heavyweight Glory at UFC 311?
When it comes to captivating fighters in the UFC, few can match the mystique and unpredictability of Jiří Procházka. Known for his wild...
Black Belt Team
Jan 17


Islam Makhachev's Mission: Silence Every Doubt at UFC 311
Islam Makhachev isn’t just fighting to defend his UFC Lightweight Championship—he’s fighting to erase every shred of doubt about his...
Black Belt Team
Jan 16


GLORY 98 Fight Card Complete - Don’t Miss These Electrifying Showdowns
GLORY 98 is set to ignite the 2025 kickboxing calendar with a blockbuster event on February 22, live from the iconic RTM Stage in...
Black Belt Team
Jan 14


How An Ancient Japanese Practice Can Help You Crush Your 2025 Goals!
When was the last time you truly failed? It’s a question we’d all rather ignore. We’re often taught to gauge success by how well we avoid...
Justin Lee Ford
Jan 11


Amanda Ribas is Ready to Shine and Take the Strawweight Division this Saturday
Amanda Ribas has her eyes set on UFC gold, and her upcoming rematch against Mackenzie Dern at UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Ribas 2 could be...
Black Belt Team
Jan 10


Cover Story Throwback: Joe Hess
The May 1982 Black Belt Magazine cover featured former heavyweight champion, weapons expert and Hollywood stuntman Joe Hess . The...
Black Belt Team
Jan 9


Fatima Kline: The Future Strawweight Queen? Find Out This Saturday at UFC Fight Night: Dern vs. Ribas 2!
Fatima Kline, a name quickly rising through the ranks of women’s mixed martial arts, is poised to make a statement this Saturday, January...
Black Belt Team
Jan 9


Cejudo vs. Song in Seattle on Feb 22, More Bouts Announced
UFC fans, get ready for an epic return to Seattle after more than a decade! On Saturday, February 22, UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs....
Black Belt Team
Jan 8


Cover Story Throwback: Chuck Norris and Bill Wallace
The February 1980 issue of Fighting Stars showcased Chuck Norris in his prime, facing off against the muscular Bill "Superfoot" Wallace...
Black Belt Team
Jan 5


Superlek’s Knockout Blitz & Ruotolo’s Perfect Run: ONE Championship’s 2024 Fighters of the Year
ONE Championship just dropped its most exciting year-end announcement, naming two warriors who dominated the global stage in 2024 as...
Black Belt Team
Jan 3


Cover Story Throwback: Carlos Machado
We kick off the year strong, featuring the October/November 2019 Black Belt cover with Black Belt Hall of Famer Carlos Machado —the...
Black Belt Team
Jan 2


Jewelianna Ramos-Ortiz in The Humming Grows: Bridging Cultures Through Action Cinema
Award-winning action film starring Cobra Kai actor exemplifies representation in front and behind the camera for a new generation of...
Black Belt Team
Jan 1


Stamp Fairtex, The Atomweight Queen Plans a Historic Comeback in 2025 After Injury Setback!
Stamp Fairtex viewed 2024 from the sidelines due to injury due to a torn meniscus. Being unable to defend the ONE Atomweight MMA World...
Black Belt Team
Dec 31, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: Chip Wright
Champion, master, and stuntman Chip Wright of Oregon graces the October 1988 cover of Karate/Kung-fu Illustrated with his signature...
Black Belt Team
Dec 29, 2024
bottom of page