Anton Tabuena
Anton Tabuena is the Managing Editor for Bloody Elbow. He’s been covering MMA and combat sports since 2009, working primarily with Bloody Elbow, with past contributions as a writer and photographer for SB Nation and MMA Fighting as well. His previous work outside of Vox Media also appeared in mainstream media outlets in the Philippines such as ABS-CBN and The Manila Bulletin. Anton has also fought professionally in Muay Thai, and has amateur bouts in both MMA and kickboxing.
Manny Pacquiao blocked from joining Olympics, but not for the reason you'd think
Manny Pacquiao's bid to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics has been denied.
No rematch - UFC 298: Volkanovski vs. Topuria post-fight analysis
Anton Tabuena breaks down the key bouts from UFC 298, including the headlining title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria.
'Shocking!' - Pros react to Topuria's brutal KO over Volkanovski
This is how Twitter reacted to the UFC 298 main event title fight between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria.
They came to rumble! - Pros react to Whittaker and Costa going to war
This is how Twitter reacted to the Robert Whittaker vs. Paulo Costa UFC 298 co-main event.
'He's a track-star lmfao' - Pros react to Ian Garry's boring win
This is how Twitter reacted to Ian Machado Garry's UFC 298 win.
Brought him to Zuckerberg! - Pros react to Merab outwrestling Cejudo
This is how pros reacted to Merab Dvalishvili's win over Henry Cejudo at UFC 298.
'Heart!' - Pros react to Dern getting busted up by Lemos
This is how Twitter reacted to Mackenzie Dern losing to Amanda Lemos at UFC 298.
Joe Rogan's 'embarrassing' comments made Mackenzie Dern cry
Was Joe Rogan too harsh on Mackenzie Dern? He will be back in the commentary booth for her UFC 298 fight.
UFC blocked million dollar Jake Paul fight
UFC has blocked a million dollar fight involving Jake Paul, according to former middleweight champ Sean Strickland.
Does Dana White tell the truth? This is how the UFC CEO answered under oath
Lying can get tricky in legal proceedings, and Dana White was pressed about it in his UFC lawsuit deposition.
Dana's explanation for McGregor's delayed return isn't that convincing
What's the hold up with Conor McGregor's UFC return? Dana White tries to give an explanation.
WNO 22: Pato upsets Leon to become champ-champ, Hugo beats Rodriguez
Join us for live results and excellent BJJ action at WNO 22.
Leaked and deleted texts: Dana White trashes Scott Coker, Bellator, former fighters
Going over dozens of leaked (and deleted) texts from Dana White and UFC executives taking shots at Scott Coker, Bellator and their former fighters.
Leaked texts: Dana White trashes 'scumbag' UFC champ, asks to 'bury' heavyweight - UPDATED
Anton Tabuena goes over Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta's text messages about UFC negotiations with Jon Jones and Mark Hunt.
Top prospect Rei Tsuruya shines in Road to UFC tournament win
Join us after UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Imavov for the tournament finals of Road to UFC Season 2.
'Bedridden' Gordon Ryan claims he's 'malnourished and dying'
Seems like BJJ star Gordon Ryan is being overly dramatic again.
GSP misses 'the adrenaline,' but shuts down UFC 300 'rumor'
What's next for GSP? MMA legend Georges St-Pierre admits to missing "that feeling" from winning fights, but dismisses a rumor for UFC 300.
Kayla Harrison signs with UFC on a surprising new division for her
Kayla Harrison is heading to the UFC, but in a surprising and completely different division for her.
Full UFC contracts for Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, dozens of MMA stars revealed
Bloody Elbow has obtained dozens of UFC contracts from MMA's biggest stars, revealing fighter pay and many other details.
Sean Strickland issues first statement since losing belt at UFC 297
Sean Strickland has issued a statement following his UFC title loss to Dricus Du Plessis
2 new champs! - UFC 297: Strickland vs. Du Plessis post-fight analysis
Anton Tabuena goes over the key moments from UFC 297 and the title bout between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis.
Aspinall vs. Pereira at UFC 300? ‘Count me in,’ says ‘not a bully’ Aspinall
Interim heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall welcomes a UFC 300 super-fight with Alex Pereira
Special clauses for McGregor, Rousey: Unique UFC contracts of Faber, Holm revealed
Anton Tabuena details the unique UFC contracts of Holly Holm and Urijah Faber that involved various special clauses about Ronda Rousey, Conor McGregor and others.
UPDATED - Contract negotiations revealed: Rousey wanted better pay, separate deal for Cyborg
Anton Tabuena goes through multiple contracts and negotiations for Ronda Rousey, detailing which requests UFC granted and which weren't.
Drug test party? 2 UFC fighters share how they ended up 'drunk' with USADA collectors
Two UFC fighters shared a hilarious story of how they unintentionally drank too much alcohol during a drug test.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather 2 announced by RIZIN
Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 in Japan?
Edwards looks slick, Pimblett doesn't - UFC 296 post-fight analysis
Anton Tabuena breaks down all the action from UFC 296.
Strickland removed from UFC 296 after cageside brawl with Du Plessis - UPDATED
Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis came to blows while attending UFC 296.
'Dudes he's fighting don't want to fight!' - Pros react to Jake Paul's first round KO of August
Check out how fighters reacted to Jake Paul vs. Andre August.
Garry vs. Luque cancelled just days before UFC 296
UFC 296 had a last minute fight cancellation after Ian Garry fell ill.