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Cageside Press is comprised of a collection of passionate writers, editors, and of course mixed martial arts fans who cover the sport because if we didn’t, we’d spend all our time talking and writing about it anyway!
Founded in City of Welland in Ontario, Canada in April 2017, Cageside Press strives to cover all things MMA, filter out the noise, and present to you what really matters. From news coverage to original fighter interviews, opinion pieces, and fight analysis, you can find it here. Our team includes both established and aspiring journalists passionate about one of the fastest growing sports today.
In January of 2019, Cageside Press took the next big step in its evolution, absorbing another rising star in the world of MMA coverage, MMA Today. That addition further extended the site’s knowledge base and reach in terms of covering the sport. Source
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Razhabali Shaydullaev (c) vs. A. J. McKee, Super RIZIN 5 weigh-in Credit: RIZIN FF It’s nearly impossible not to look at RIZIN as the coolest fight promotion on the planet at the moment. More than any other organization in combat sports, RIZIN has leaned heavily into cross-promotion. Starting with the now defunct Bellator, RIZIN opened the “forbidden door” in MMA, hosting cross-over events with the Scott Coker-led promotion.
Noche UFC: Jean Silva Needs to “Believe in My Own Madness”
Glendale — Brazilian featherweight Jean Silva headlines Noche UFC for the second straight year, topping this weekend’s card where he takes on Jose Delgado (stepping in for Yair Rodriguez). Delgado has predicted a finish ahead of the fight.
Noche UFC: Alexa Grasso Says She Hasn’t Been At 100% The Past Few Years
Glendale — Former UFC women’s flyweight champion Alexa Grasso is coming off a stunning submission of Maycee Barber, and to hear her tell it, back during her title reign, she wasn’t fighting at her best. Speaking to Cageside Press during Wednesday’s Noche UFC media day ahead of a fight with ex-title challenger Manon Fiorot, Grasso (17-5-1) admitted as much. “I mean, I was fighting after a few surgeries, so of course it was not my 100%.
Taylor Lapilus vs. Mitch McKee for Bantamweight Crown Tops PFL Lyon, Final Show Prior to MVP Rebranding
Taylor Lapilus, 2026 PFL 7 Brussels Fight Night in Brussels, Belgium. Saturday, May 23, 2026. (Jose Peñuela / PFL) The PFL’s final show prior to it rebranding as part of MVP (Most Valuable Promotions) has its headliner set. PFL Lyon, which takes place on December 19 at the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, will be headlined by Taylor Lapilus (25-4) taking on Mitch McKee (11-0), for the promotion’s inaugural bantamweight championship. Promotion officials announced the news on Wednesday.
Noche UFC’s Curtis Blaydes: “I Have the Answers to Get the W” Against WCA
Glendale — Heavyweight Curtis Blaydes looks to bounce back at this Saturday’s Noche UFC, where he’d been paired up with Waldo Cortes-Acosta in a battle of top ten talents. Ahead of the fight, Blaydes (19-6, 1NC) was inducted into the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association) Hall of Fame, a unique tribute honoring his amateur wrestling days. “That was dope. It was unexpected, because I was in the NJCAA in 2012.
Noche UFC: Jose Delgado Explains Why He Wanted Silva Fight
Glendale — It wasn’t supposed to be Jose Delgado headlining this year’s Noche UFC card in Glendale, Arizona. When the call came, however, looking to recruit Delgado (12-2) in place of an injured Yair Rodriguez, the Arizona native answered. And the answer was “yes.” Delgado’s first reaction, mind you, was something a little different, he told Cageside Press during the Noche UFC media day on Wednesday. “I said ‘sh*t, I better get started running.
TTP Ep. 548: Melissa Amaya, Sean King and Noche UFC
Kicking off this Noche UFC edition of TTP is our interview with Ultimate Fighter strawweight finalist, Melissa Amaya. Amaya discusses her time in the house and how there was plenty to like about her time there. She also digs into what it’s like to watch the show now that it’s produced and on the outside. Then, after giving us an overview of her recovery, she talks about making it to the finals and the prep she’s putting in for the big fight.
Michael “Venom” Page Not Re-Signed by UFC, Dana White Confirms
Michael Page, UFC 303 ceremonial weigh-in Credit: Eddie Law/Cageside Press MVP is no longer a UFC fighter. A former Bellator MMA title challenger, Michael “Venom” Page arrived to the UFC with much fanfare, and posted a 5-1 record with the promotion, most recently defeating Nursulton Ruziboev this past Saturday at UFC Paris. Despite MVP’s level of success, the promotion has opted not to re-sign him, with Saturday’s trip to Paris the last fight owed on his UFC deal.
PFL Dubai Sees Vadim Nemkov Face Sergei Bilostenniy, Popov vs. Rahmani Added
Vadim Nemkov, Bellator 297 Credit: Lucas Noonan/Cageside Press Vadim Nemkov is set to defend his heavyweight crown this November atop PFL Dubai. Nemkov (20-2, 1NC) will face Sergei Bilostenniy (15-4) to close out the show at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, UAE on November 14, 2026. Promotion officials recently announced the booking, which comes just over a month prior to the company rebranding as part of Jake Paul’s MVP (Most Valuable Promotions).
Diego Sanchez Arrested, Facing Impaired Driving, Probation Violation Charges
Diego Sanchez Credit: Jeff Sherwood/Sherdog.com Diego Sanchez’s issues with the law aren’t over just yet. On Monday, the UFC legend and original Ultimate Fighter winner was arrested in Socorro, New Mexico and hit with a pair of charges stemming from a traffic stop. As first reported by KOB4, Sanchez was charged with Aggravated Driving Under the Influence (Blood Alcohol Greater Than 0.16), and Probation Violation. Cageside Press confirmed the news with online court records.