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Black Belt Team
Jan 3
Boapeah, Caceres, Kromah & More Added to GLORY 98
The GLORY 2025 calendar will kick-off with a stacked GLORY 98 card on February 22 at the RTM Stage in Rotterdam. We will see the highly...


Black Belt Team
Jan 3
Undefeated Streak on the Line: Tang Kai vs. Akbar Abdullaev at ONE Fight Night 27– Will the Featherweight King Fall?
The Lumpinee Stadium is set to light up on Friday, January 10 , as reigning ONE Featherweight MMA World Champion Tang Kai  prepares to...

Black Belt Team
Jan 3
10 UFC Fights to Look Forward to in January 2025
As we kick off the new year, UFC fans can rejoice because January 2025 is already shaping up to be an exhilarating month. With...

Justin Lee Ford
Jan 3
10 Must-Read Martial Arts Comics for Fans of Kick-Ass Action (+ a Bonus You Won't Believe!)
I’m going to make an assumption about you. As a martial artist, you have a deep appreciation for the art of combat, discipline, and the...


Black Belt Team
Jan 3
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 1
The Black Belt Power List 2024: The Most Influential Figures in Martial Arts
The martial arts industry is shaped by a diverse array of power players—whether they are screen stars, elite athletes dominating the mat,...


Black Belt Team
Jan 1
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
Dec 31, 2024
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 28, 2024
The Year of Living Dangerously: Black Belt Magazine's 2024 Story Highlights
As we reflect on an incredible year filled with monumental moments in martial arts, Black Belt Magazine is proud to celebrate its first...

Black Belt Team
Dec 27, 2024
UFC Millionaires Club: The Highest Paid Fighters of 2024
The UFC is no stranger to showcasing elite athletes, but in 2024, it wasn’t just the fights that had fans talking—it was the jaw-dropping...

Justin Lee Ford
Dec 27, 2024
8 Legendary Kung Fu Masters Who Changed History—and Hollywood!
From the streets of China to screens around the world, these legendary kung fu masters have transcended time and reality. But did you...

Black Belt Team
Dec 26, 2024
The Evolution of Martial Arts Cinema in the Age of Streaming
Martial arts cinema has always held a special place in the hearts of movie lovers. With its jaw-dropping fight scenes, larger-than-life...

Black Belt Team
Dec 25, 2024
Knockouts, Submissions, and Dominance: The Top 10 Female MMA Fighters of 2024 Who Fought Their Way to Glory
Women’s MMA in 2024 has delivered unforgettable moments of skill, resilience, and sheer dominance. These Top 10 female MMA fighters have...

Black Belt Team
Dec 24, 2024
Top 10 UFC Fighters Dominating 2024 – Legends in the Cage!
The UFC in 2024 has been nothing short of electrifying, with fighters pushing the boundaries of combat sports. Here’s a look at the top...


Black Belt Team
Dec 23, 2024
GLORY 97 x RISE World Series: Petch Dominates Featherweight Grand Prix, Ryujin Nasukawa Shines in Explosive Year-End Showdown!
The GLORY 97 x RISE World Series delivered a spectacular finale to 2024, live from the iconic Makuhari Messe Event Hall just outside...


Black Belt Team
Dec 23, 2024
Shadow’s Spectacular Upset: How the 24-Year-Old Shocked a Muay Thai Legend at ONE Friday Fights 92!
In an electrifying showdown at ONE Friday Fights 92, rising star Shadow Singha Mawynn proved he’s no ordinary contender. Facing off...


Black Belt Team
Dec 23, 2024
10 Unmissable UFC Fights of 2024 That Set the Octagon Ablaze
The year 2024 has delivered unforgettable action inside the UFC Octagon, with fighters showcasing their grit, skill, and heart. From...

Black Belt Team
Dec 21, 2024
The Fire Inside: A Champion’s Tale of Boxing and Breaking Barriers—Don't Miss the Film This Christmas
When Claressa Shields made history as the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing, it was clear she had solidified...


Black Belt Team
Dec 20, 2024
Get Ready for GLORY 98: A Spectacular Start to the 2025 Kickboxing Season!
The stage is set, the excitement is building, and the countdown begins! GLORY’s 2025 calendar kicks off with a bang on February 22  at...


Black Belt Team
Dec 19, 2024
The Return of a Titan: Jamal Ben Saddik vs. Uku Jurjendal Confirmed for GLORY 98
Hold on to your seats, fight fans—GLORY Kickboxing is set to kick off 2025 with an explosive bang! After months of speculation, it’s...

Black Belt Team
Dec 19, 2024
PFL Road to Dubai: Usman Nurmagomedov, Undefeated Fighters, and Local Stars Set to Shine!
The Professional Fighters League (PFL), has unveiled the electrifying undercard for the PFL Road to Dubai Champions Series. This event...


Black Belt Team
Dec 19, 2024
The Clash of Titans: Takeru vs. Rodtang Headlines ONE 172 in Japan!
The flyweight kickboxing super-fight of the century is officially set! Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 23, as the Saitama Super...

Kelly Mccann
Dec 17, 2024
Think You Know How to Fight? Think Again. Here's What You're Missing!
Kelly McCann, author of Combatives for Street Survival , offers invaluable insight into an essential component of self-defense. Here are...


Black Belt Team
Dec 17, 2024
UFC’s New Blood: 10 Newcomers Who Dominated the Octagon in 2024
The UFC is no stranger to showcasing elite talent, but every year a fresh wave of fighters makes their way to the Octagon, hoping to...
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