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Islam Makhachev's Stellar UFC Career: From Lightweight Champion to Record-Breaking Streaks
Islam Makhachev has been competing as a professional fighter since 2010 and has become a prominent figure in the UFC.
Black Belt Team
May 21, 2024


The Brutal Origins of Pit Fighting
In 1986 John Hackleman opened a gym he named The Pit. That led to fighters who operated from this base being called pit fighters.
Mark Hatmaker
May 21, 2024


Bruce Lee Answers Letters to the Editor
Black Belt published a two-part article on Bruce Lee (Green Hornet's "Kato") in 1967. Black Belt received received a flood of letters...
Black Belt Team
May 21, 2024


Jo Nattawut Plans To Grow Muay Thai, Bring World Title Back To Atlanta With ONE 168 Win
On November 8, ONE 170 takes place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta with “Smokin” Jo Nattawat
Black Belt Team
May 20, 2024


Michael Chandler Gearing Up for Historic UFC 303 Bout with Conor McGregor
Despite stepping away from the Octagon since November 2022, Michael Chandler has remained a prominent figure in the UFC landscape.
Black Belt Team
May 20, 2024


Karate’s Forgotten Pioneer: Yasuhiro Konishi
History has a flow; some characters are caught in the currents and carried along, while others fall into an eddy and are soon forgotten.
Dave Lowry
May 20, 2024


Stellar Performances Highlight Road to UFC Season 3 Finale in Shanghai
Road to UFC Season 3 concluded with a spectacular event at the UFC Performance Institute, Shanghai.
Black Belt Team
May 19, 2024


UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Murphy Delivers Knockouts and Submissions Galore at the UFC Apex
UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Murphy at the UFC Apex hosted an exhilarating array of fights headlined by Edson Barboza and Lerone Murphy .
Black Belt Team
May 18, 2024


Results from GLORY 92: Donovan Wisse Defends Middleweight Crown in Thrilling Split Decision, Rigters Triumphs in Co-Main Event
GLORY 92 went down Saturday night, May 18, live from the RTM Stage in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Black Belt Team
May 18, 2024


Patchy Mix Retains Bellator Bantamweight Title; Doumbé Impresses in Debut; Van Steenis Earns Title Shot, Here are the Results of Bellator Champions Series, Paris
Patchy Mix reminded the MMA world that he is one of the best fighters on the planet today as he defeated Magomed Magomedov
Black Belt Team
May 18, 2024


GLORY 93: Petch vs. Kento set for July 20
The third chapter in the Petch vs. Kento saga will be written at GLORY 93 on July 20 live from Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Black Belt Team
May 18, 2024


UFC 304: Dana White Unveils Explosive Matchups for Manchester, July 27
UFC president Dana White has set the stage for an electrifying event as UFC 304 at Manchester, England on July 27.
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Muay Thai Showdowns and Explosive Knockouts: Recap of ONE Friday Fights 63 in Bangkok
ONE Friday Fights 63 delivered 11 martial arts contests from Bangkok, Thailand.
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Liam Harrison Talks Mental Impact Of Injury Before ONE 167 Return
At ONE 167, Liam Harrison “Hitman” will return in a bantamweight collision with Katsuki Kitano
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Nkosi Ndebele calls out Featherweight champ Nemat Abdrashitov in search of double BRAVE CF gold
BRAVE CF Bantamweight world champion Nkosi Ndebele has his eyes set on becoming a two-division champion in BRAVE CF.
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Superlek Takes On Kongthoranee At ONE Friday Fights 68
Superlek Kiatmoo9 has the world in the palm of his hands, but a fellow Thai athlete will be looking to steal it at ONE Friday Fights 68
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Kade Ruotolo Discusses Importance Of Reggae Music To His Success
Kade Ruotolo has dominated the submission grappling scene and is hoping to take that success into mixed martial arts.
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


In Case You Missed it: Netflix’s ‘Sixty Minutes’ Mixes Crime with European MMA Action (Trailer)
John Wick meets European MMA? We’re in! In case you missed it, this German-language Netflix film..
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


The Black Belt Watch List: Weekend of May 17th, 2024
Every week, Black Belt keeps you updated with the best martial arts movies, events & fights from around the world.
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


BRAVE Combat Federation reveals full fight card for BRAVE CF 83 event in the Netherlands
The fight card is here for BRAVE Combat Federation’s debut event in the Netherlands and it promises to deliver big time for MMA fans..
Black Belt Team
May 17, 2024


Revisiting Gillian White by Lady Sensei
Gillian White has worked in film and television for 25 Years — far longer than she’s been married to Michael Jai White, whom she wed in 2015
Gerry Chisolm
May 16, 2024


UFC Fighter Ramiz Brahimaj Overcomes Devastating Injury and Mental Challenges to Return to the Octagon this Saturday
Ramiz Brahimaj finds solace in the solitude of his car, parked in a secluded area, where he can freely express his emotions..
Black Belt Team
May 15, 2024


Lerone Murphy Set for Career Milestone in UFC Main Event Against Edson Barboza
British featherweight sensation Lerone Murphy is quickly ascending the ranks in the UFC's 145-pound division since his debut in 2019.
Black Belt Team
May 15, 2024


Prajanchai vs. Jonathan Di Bella Rebooked For ONE Friday Fights 68
Jonathan Di Bella and Prajanchai PK Saenchai will have their highly-anticipated showdown on Friday, June 28, at ONE Friday Fights 68
Black Belt Team
May 15, 2024
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