MMA Editorial

Dear Roxy: What do you think about Power Slap?
Dear Roxy: What do you think about Power Slap?
Roxanne Modafferi is back to answer your most burning questions about MMA, the UFC, and life in general, 'Happy Warrior' style with her Dear Roxy column.
No rematch! – UFC 298: Volkanovski vs. Topuria results and post-fight analysis
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.
UFC 298: Ilia Topuria believed he was greater than Volkanovski, and proved it
Ilia Topuria believed he was greater and proved it
If Ilia Topuria is in for a run of greatness, then there's no better place to start than by beating 'The Great' at UFC 298.
BE Mailbag – Paulo Costa’s legacy, Saudi money, and who gains what
BE Mailbag - Paulo Costa's legacy, Saudi money, and who gains what
When all is said and done, what do things look like for Paulo Costa? Also, some fun fantasy booking and a look at UFC 298's standings.
Ex-UFC champ Henry Cejudo pranks himself? | Hate to see it
Ex-UFC champ Henry Cejudo pranks himself | Hate to see it
Former UFC champ Henry Cejudo goes up against his toughest challenge: His cringe-y personality.
Dana White’s explanation for Conor McGregor’s delayed UFC return isn’t that convincing
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.
Isn’t MMA supposed to be fun?
Isn't MMA supposed to be fun?
An incredibly stupid fight card from Spain was a great reminder of what MMA has lost.
A one-legged UFC title contender? | Hate to see it
A one-legged UFC title contender? | Hate to see it
This week we've got elite level vibes, UFC negotiation tactics (or the lack thereof), more excuses, and a little more Dustin Poirier charity work.
Did UFC champ Jon Jones really earn more than his NFL playing brothers combined?
Did Jon Jones really out-earn both his NFL playing brothers?
Court documents allow us to check a 10 year old claim that Jon Jones made more money in the UFC than his two brothers combined made in the NFL.
UFC has tolerated abuse and hate for so long that’s it’s finally affected a white man – (mma)²
UFC has tolerated abuse and hate for so long that's it's finally affected a white man - (mma)²
The UFC has looked the other way on domestic violence and hatespeech. Should anyone be surprised now even white guys are getting it?
No UFC title shot? Khamzat Chimaev betrayed by Dana White? | Hate to see it
No UFC title shot? Khamzat Chimaev betrayed by Dana White? | Hate to see it
UFC broadcast booth issues, A new role for 'Big' John, the Chimaev situation, and a defense for a fight.
Lazy Liars induct Frankie Edgar into UFC Hall of Fame
Lazy Liars induct Frankie Edgar into UFC Hall of Fame
Frankie Edgar is an all-time great fighter. You don't gotta make up reasons or a resume, DC.
UFC 297: Dricus du Plessis is no longer knocking
UFC 297: Dricus du Plessis is no longer knocking
After UFC 297, Dricus du Plessis is a-rockin' now.
2 new UFC champions! – UFC 297: Strickland vs. Du Plessis results and post-fight analysis
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.
UFC 297: Sean Strickland sets off firestorm with homophobic remarks, attack on journalist
Strickland sets off firestorm with homophobic attack on journalist
UFC champ Sean Strickland says he's ready to knife Dricus Du Plessis. Sure buddy.
BE Mailbag – Conor McGregor vs UFC, who needs who? Plus Nate Diaz vs Masvidal, and more
BE Mailbag - Conor McGregor vs UFC, who needs who?
Welcome to the BE mailbag, where resident curmudgeon Victor Rodriguez will answer your questions. We take our maiden voyage talking about the Conor McGregor business, Masvidal/Diaz in boxing, and more.
PFL vs. Bellator is a disaster waiting to happen
PFL vs. Bellator is a disaster waiting to happen
PFL's supercard with Bellator could be a coming-out party, or it could be a reason to just stay in
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 – Winners and Losers
UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2 - Winners and Losers
Get the scoop on the real winners and losers of UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Walker 2.
UFC champ Jon Jones can’t get off his phone | Hate to see it
UFC champ Jon Jones can't get off his phone | Hate to see it
A UFC title unification bout? Jon Jones doesn't want it, but he can't stop talking about it.
Why the UFC is trying to change copyright law
Why the UFC is trying to change copyright law
Our special guest writer Samuel P. Garland delves into PPV copyright infringement, the ESPN+ deal, and Dana White’s open threats to livestream pirates.
UFC Vegas 84: The curious case of Andrei Arlovski
UFC Vegas 84: The curious case of Andrei Arlovski
How the modern UFC provides more room for an MMA upper-middle class.
Ex-UFC title contender Jorge Masvidal un-retires | Hate to see it
Ex-UFC title contender Jorge Masvidal un-retires | Hate to see it
Is Jorge Masvidal headed back to the UFC? Or is a celebrity boxing run in 'Gamebred''s future?
2023: UFC business was booming, fandom not so much
2023: UFC business was booming, fandom not so much
Looking back on 2023 leaves a sense that MMA didn't deliver it's best work, but UFC business was still had a great year.
Ex-UFC champ Cody Garbrandt targeting all the wrong fights | Hate to see it
Ex-UFC champ Cody Garbrandt targeting all the wrong fights | Hate to see it
Dricus du Plessis willing to patch things up? Chan Sung Jung happy in retirement? Cody Garbrandt wants to fight who in the UFC???
Ex-UFC champ Rampage Jackson, ‘Flat Earther’ | Hate to see it
Ex-UFC champ Rampage Jackson, 'Flat Earther' | Hate to see it
UFC 296 gave us thrills and spills, while Rampage Jackson and Jake Paul continued making headlines.
UFC 296: Leon Edwards is a ‘revolutionary’ champion
Leon Edwards is a ‘revolutionary’ champion
At UFC 296, Leon Edwards showed who's really winning the war
Jake Paul: real boxer? | Hate to see it
Jake Paul: real boxer? | Hate to see it
Jake Paul is setting his goals way way too high.
Power Slap should have got more fight from California
Power Slap should have got more fight from California
The CSAC shouldn't have been such a walkover for slap fighting.
President Conor McGregor? | Hate to see it
Boxing champ takes stand against women's WBC rules | Love to see it
A potential shakeup for women's boxing, Conor McGregor's new political career, and a million dollars for a homeless UFC vet.
PFL-Bellator Merger – Winners and Losers
PFL-Bellator Merger - Winners and Losers
Dig into who the real winners and losers are from the merger of the PFL and Bellator.