Opinion: Simple Changes to Improve MMA Judging
Longtime mixed martial arts journalist and Sherdog contributor
Marcelo Alonso outlines the steps the sport needs to take in order
to correct one...
Rivalries: Chael Sonnen
The trash-talking Oregon native utilized a heel schtick straight
out of professional wrestling’s playbook and landed opportunities
throughout...
By The Numbers: Mirko Filipovic
Such was the extent of his violent exploits that grown men lost
sleep at the mere thought of having to face “Cro Cop” in his prime.
Touching Base with Sergei Kharitonov, Part I
A full-time mixed martial artist and part-time accordion player,
the Bellator MMA heavyweight destroys stereotypes and remains
unafraid to call...
Sherdog’s Top 5: Mixed Martial Mullets
The world’s greatest sport meets the world’s greatest haircut, as
Sherdog’s Ben Duffy pays homage to some of the best...
Bad Beat: The Business Effects of Judging in MMA
Poorly scored bouts not only have immediate short-term financial
ramifications for fighters but also have a negative effect on their
long-term...
We Say Thanks
The coronavirus
pandemic has claimed more than 300,000 lives across the globe
since it was first identified in Wuhan, China, in December.
Navigating the Unknown
Two-division Bellator
MMA champion Ryan Bader remains focused on defending his light
heavyweight title whenever the promotion resumes its schedule.
The Big Picture: Risk and Consequence
With UFC
249 having played out under the shadow of an ongoing global
pandemic, only time will tell whether or not it was worth it for
all...
Opinion: UFC 249 a Test of UFC Exceptionalism
Historically, combat sports have been held to a relaxed set of
moral standards when compared to their stick-and-ball counterparts.
The question:...
5 Defining Moments: Derrick Lewis
A larger-than-life character with light-switch punching power and
movie-star charisma, “The Black Beast” maximizes his potential and...
5 Things You Might Not Know About Ken Shamrock
“The World’s Most Dangerous Man” was one of the Founding Fathers of
modern mixed martial arts, and his impact continues to be felt
nearly...
Rivalries: Ben Askren
The mere mention of his name elicits a visceral reaction from many
fighters, fans and media types, all of whom seem to have developed
strong opinions on the former Bellator
MMA and...
Rewriting MMA’s Script, Part 2: Agents of Doom
Sherdog.com columnist Jacob Debets puts MMA management under the
spotlight and asks why managers have been unable to achieve better
outcomes for...