UFC 273 Features Title Defenses & Scores to Settle
There’s not just one but two title belts up for grabs at UFC 273, scheduled to be held on April 9 at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. Headlining what promises to be a superb UFC 273 fight card, Alexander ‘The Great’ Volkanovski will mount his third defense of his UFC Featherweight title, taking on Jung ‘The Korean Zombie’ Chan Sung.
Since his first bout in the UFC, Australian fight favorite Volkanovski has certainly lived up to his moniker, boasting a great unbeaten record in the biggest MMA promotion of them all. But while the former rugby player will be tipped to win his next bout, The Korean Zombie has also earned his nickname, able to withstand a beating and keep on coming.
The second title bout of the night features unfinished business and a fearsome rivalry, as Aljamain ‘Funk Master’ Sterling embarks upon his first defense of the UFC Bantamweight title. At UFC 259 in March 2021, he became the first competitor in the UFC to win a title via disqualification, when reigning champion was disqualified for an illegal knee.
Given the unfinished business between these two proud fighters, and following several attempts to organize the inevitable rematch last year, Sterling and Yan finally go head-to-head in the octagon at UFC 273. This will be the first UFC Bantamweight title defense for Sterling, while Yan won his last bout against Cory Sandhagen for the interim championship.
Featured Upcoming Bouts (Outside of UFC)
| Friday, October 16th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Chicago 2: Carmouche vs. Bishop 2 | |||
 [#6 W125] Liz Carmouche | [#14 W125] Jena Bishop | ||
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| Last Fight Date: 6/27/2026 [PFL] Last Opponent: [#15 W125] Viviane Araujo Last 5: L W W W W | Last Fight Date: 6/27/2026 [PFL] Last Opponent: [#37 W125] Ariane Lipski da Silva Last 5: W W L W W | ||
| Thursday, December 31st 2026: Rizin FF New Years Eve Event | |||
 [#5 FW] Rajabali Shaidullaev |  [#16 FW] Kyoma Akimoto | ||
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| Last Fight Date: 9/10/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation] Last Opponent: [#7 FW] A.J. McKee Last 5: W W W W W | Last Fight Date: 8/11/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation] Last Opponent: [#25 FW] Kleber Koike Erbst Last 5: W W W W W | ||
| Saturday, November 14th 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Returns to Dubai: Nemkov vs. Bilostenniy | |||
 [#6 HW] Vadim Nemkov | [#16 HW] Sergey Bilostenniy | ||
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| Last Fight Date: 12/13/2025 [PFL] Last Opponent: [#20 HW] Renan Ferreira Last 5: W W W W W | Last Fight Date: 5/02/2026 [PFL] Last Opponent: [#20 HW] Renan Ferreira Last 5: W W L W W | ||
Featured Fighters
| [#49 LW] | Mikuru Asakura | [#5 FW] | Rajabali Shaidullaev | |
| [#1 WW] | Islam Makhachev | [#1 FW] |  Alexander Volkanovski | |
| [#29 FW] | Ren Hiramoto | [#96 FW] | Tommy McMillen | |
| [#7 FW] | A.J. McKee | [#33 LW] | Akbar Abdullaev | |
| [#2 LW] |  Ilia Topuria | [#4 FW] | Movsar Evloev |
How Boxing Can Help You Find Out More About Yourself and Improve Your Dating Life
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Shakur Stevenson, Oscar Valdez Set for Title Fight on April 30
Shakur Stevenson and Oscar Valdez are just over a month and a half away from their April 30 title fight in the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, sponsored by Top Rank Boxing.
The betting public is getting a banger of about between the two and is sure to be active in the market for the fight. Shakur Stevenson is listed at -400 to win the fight, whereas Oscar Valdez is listed at +275 as per BetMGM.
Sportsbooks are already offering promo codes for new visitors to drum up support and participation, as seen with the Bet365 NJ bonus.
“Oscar Valdez and Shakur Stevenson are the world’s best junior lightweights. The fans and the fighters demanded this matchup, and we are proud to deliver it live on ESPN for no extra charge,” Top Rank chairman Bob Arum said in February. “The winner becomes a superstar, and I know both men will rise to challenge.”
The fight will be for the super featherweight title and will serve as a unification bout.
Shakur Stevenson has been clamoring for the opportunity to fight the veteran Valdez, and now he is finally getting his shot.
Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Aspinall (03-19-2022)
Heavyweight (265)
[#6] Alexander Volkov (34-9-0, -130) vs. [#20] Tom Aspinall (11-2-0, +107)
Alexander Volkov is the All-Time #32 ranked Heavyweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Alexander Volkov (2-1-0)
2021-10-30: W vs. [#12HW+] Marcin Tybura (22-7-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
2021-06-26: L vs. [#3HW+/#10P4P] Ciryl Gane (10-1-0) via UD (50-45, 50-45, 49-46)
2021-02-06: W vs. [#10HW+] Alistair Overeem (47-19-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:06 of round 2
Last 3 Fights: Tom Aspinall (3-0-0)
2021-09-04: W vs. [#22HW+] Sergey Spivak (14-3-0) via TKO (Elbow and Punches) in 2:30 of round 1
2021-02-20: W vs. [#34HW+] Andrei Arlovski (33-20-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:09 of round 2
2020-10-10: W vs. [#263HW+] Alan Baudot (8-4-0) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 1:35 of round 1
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Alexander Volkov | -130 | 53.91% | |
| Elo K170 | Alexander Volkov | 1996.34 | +236.14 | 74.63% |
| Elo Modified | Alexander Volkov | 2016.73 | +246.64 | 74.64% |
| Glicko-1 | Alexander Volkov | 2085.30 | +268.27 | 82.41% |
| WHR | Alexander Volkov | 1920.38 | +113.34 | 62.66% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Alexander Volkov 140, Tom Aspinall 196
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Featherweight (145)
[#11LW] Dan Hooker (21-11-0, -119) vs. [#13] Arnold Allen (17-1-0, -103)
Last 3 Fights: Dan Hooker (1-2-0)
2021-10-30: L vs. [#6LW] Islam Makhachev (22-1-0) via Submission (Kimura) in 2:25 of round 1
2021-09-25: W vs. [#61LW] Nasrat Haqparast (13-5-0) via UD (30-27, 30-26, 30-27)
2021-01-23: L vs. [#7LW] Michael Chandler (22-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:30 of round 1
Last 3 Fights: Arnold Allen (3-0-0)
2021-04-10: W vs. [#20FW] Sodiq Yusuff (12-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2020-01-25: W vs. [*] Nik Lentz (30-12-2) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)
2019-07-06: W vs. [*] Gilbert Melendez (22-8-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Dan Hooker | -119 | 51.71% | |
| Elo K170 | Arnold Allen | 1985.97 | +44.19 | 55.03% |
| Elo Modified | Arnold Allen | 1987.85 | +96.49 | 60.40% |
| Glicko-1 | Arnold Allen | 2000.52 | +85.90 | 62.12% |
| WHR | Arnold Allen | 1900.23 | +104.06 | 61.67% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Dan Hooker 140, Arnold Allen 343
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#90] Paddy Pimblett (17-3-0, -400) vs. [#146] Rodrigo Vargas (12-4-0, +300)
Last 3 Fights: Paddy Pimblett (3-0-0)
2021-09-04: W vs. [#309LW] Luigi Vendramini (9-3-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:25 of round 1
2021-03-20: W vs. [#861LW] Davide Martinez (8-3-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:37 of round 1
2020-03-20: W vs. [*] Decky Dalton (11-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:51 of round 1
Last 3 Fights: Rodrigo Vargas (1-2-0)
2021-04-24: W vs. [#175LW] Zhu Rong (21-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-26)
2020-02-15: L vs. [#217WW] Brok Weaver (17-6-0) via Disqualification (Illegal Knee) in 4:02 of round 1
2019-08-10: L vs. [*] Alex da Silva Coelho (21-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Paddy Pimblett | -400 | 76.19% | |
| Elo K170 | Paddy Pimblett | 1643.29 | +168.50 | 68.35% |
| Elo Modified | Paddy Pimblett | 1678.01 | +108.21 | 61.63% |
| Glicko-1 | Paddy Pimblett | 1740.59 | +131.13 | 68.02% |
| WHR | Paddy Pimblett | 1681.94 | +156.27 | 67.13% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Paddy Pimblett 196, Rodrigo Vargas 329
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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How to Support Ukraine? Ways to Provide Financial Aid to Ukraine
Official sites for humanitarian aid to Ukraine
Since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, hundreds of military people and civilians have become the victims of the war. Millions had to leave their homes seeking a safer place to live. Over 1.5 million people left the country and found support in Poland, Slovakia, Moldova, and other European countries. Ukrainians are grateful for the help we receive from all around the world, but the humanitarian crisis has already reached some cities and towns in Ukraine. On March 8, a child died of dehydration in Mariupol city.
How to Help Children in Ukraine?
The Red Cross is working to provide food, water, medicines, and other humanitarian aid to Ukraine’s citizens trapped in towns surrounded and blocked by occupying Russian forces. You can support this international charity organization if you donate to Ukraine crisis fund here.
Another way to support children in Ukraine is to provide financial aid via UNICEF. This organization collects funds for first aid kits, medicines, and the support of 7.5 million children living in Ukraine. You can send your donations here.
Charity for Humanitarian Needs
The platform WithUkraine, along with the National Bank of Ukraine, accepts foreign aid to Ukraine’s citizens. The costs collected by these fundraisers will be used to provide humanitarian aid to the victims of war, refugees, and Ukrainian children.
Donate to Support the Ukrainian Armed Forces
The National Bank of Ukraine opened a special account to raise charity funds to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Another charity organization working to support the Ukraine army is Come Back Alive. Visit their website to donate money and support Ukraine against Russian aggression.
On Top of the Game: The 5 Best UFC Fighters in the World Right Now
MMA is one of the most exciting sports in the world right now. From highlight knockouts to fancy submissions, MMA has a significant following worldwide. Wherever you are, MMA fighters are becoming more recognized. Just like the NBA and basketball, MMA has the UFC. If you’re an aspiring MMA fighter, the goal is to fight and succeed in the UFC.
Making it to the UFC or the Ultimate Fighting Championship is only the first step. It takes years of experience, training, and a whole lot of luck to make it to the big leagues. Those who make it in the UFC are recognized worldwide for their efforts.
In no particular order, let’s take a look at the fighters who made the UFC and are the best in the game today:
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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Santos vs. Ankalaev (03-12-2022)
Light Heavyweight (205)
[#9] Thiago Santos (22-9-0, +337) vs. [#11] Magomed Ankalaev (16-1-0, -447)
Thiago Santos is the All-Time #42 ranked Light Heavyweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Thiago Santos (1-2-0)
2021-10-02: W vs. [#18LHW] Johnny Walker (18-7-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 48-47)
2021-03-06: L vs. [#7LHW] Aleksandar Rakic (14-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2020-11-07: L vs. [#1LHW/#7P4P] Glover Teixeira (33-7-0) via Submission (Rear Naked Choke) in 1:49 of round 3
Last 3 Fights: Magomed Ankalaev (3-0-0)
2021-10-30: W vs. [#16LHW] Volkan Oezdemir (17-6-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2021-02-27: W vs. [#17LHW] Nikita Krylov (27-8-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2020-10-24: W vs. [#25LHW] Ion Cutelaba (16-6-1) via KO (Punches) in 4:19 of round 1
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Magomed Ankalaev | -447 | 78.12% | |
| Elo K170 | Magomed Ankalaev | 2016.63 | +103.05 | 61.56% |
| Elo Modified | Magomed Ankalaev | 2017.01 | +65.61 | 57.13% |
| Glicko-1 | Magomed Ankalaev | 2092.67 | +51.70 | 57.39% |
| WHR | Magomed Ankalaev | 1962.15 | +82.73 | 59.34% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Thiago Santos 161, Magomed Ankalaev 133
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Bantamweight (135)
[#13] Marlon Moraes (23-9-1, +204) vs. [#17] Yadong Song (18-5-1, -256)
Marlon Moraes is the All-Time #9 ranked Bantamweight fighter.
Last 3 Fights: Marlon Moraes (0-3-0)
2021-09-25: L vs. [#7BW] Merab Dvalishvili (14-4-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:25 of round 2
2020-12-19: L vs. [#6BW] Rob Font (19-5-0) via TKO (Elbow and Punches) in 3:47 of round 1
2020-10-10: L vs. [#5BW] Cory Sandhagen (14-4-0) via TKO (Spinning Wheel Kick and Punches) in 1:03 of round 2
Last 3 Fights: Yadong Song (2-1-0)
2021-11-13: W vs. [#66BW] Julio Arce (17-5-0) via TKO (Head Kick and Punches) in 1:35 of round 2
2021-08-07: W vs. [#37BW] Casey Kenney (16-4-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)
2021-03-06: L vs. [#36BW] Kyler Phillips (10-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Yadong Song | -256 | 68.61% | |
| Elo K170 | Yadong Song | 1850.53 | +22.99 | 52.62% |
| Elo Modified | Yadong Song | 1831.63 | +38.14 | 54.17% |
| Glicko-1 | Yadong Song | 1866.57 | +85.70 | 62.09% |
| WHR | Yadong Song | 1758.33 | +67.11 | 57.60% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Marlon Moraes 168, Yadong Song 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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Middleweight (185)
[#19] Bruno Silva (22-6-0, +140) vs. [#95] Alex Pereira (4-1-0, -170)
Last 3 Fights: Bruno Silva (3-0-0)
2021-12-11: W vs. [#114MW] Jordan Wright (12-2-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:28 of round 1
2021-10-16: W vs. [#63MW] Andrew Sanchez (11-7-0) via TKO (Punches) in 2:35 of round 3
2021-06-19: W vs. [#35MW] Wellington Turman (18-5-0) via KO (Punches) in 4:45 of round 1
Last 3 Fights: Alex Pereira (3-0-0)
2021-11-06: W vs. [#134MW] Andreas Michailidis (13-5-0) via TKO (Flying Knee and Punches) in 0:18 of round 2
2020-11-20: W vs. [#356MW] Thomas Powell (5-5-0) via KO (Punch) in 4:04 of round 1
2016-05-21: W vs. [*] Marcus Vinicius Fialho da (11-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 4:55 of round 2
| System | Favorite | Rating | Rating Diff | Win % |
| Betting Odds | Alex Pereira | -170 | 60.17% | |
| Elo K170 | Bruno Silva | 1892.18 | +456.77 | 88.96% |
| Elo Modified | Bruno Silva | 1910.72 | +358.07 | 82.74% |
| Glicko-1 | Bruno Silva | 2023.96 | +525.47 | 95.37% |
| WHR | Bruno Silva | 1935.35 | +390.73 | 85.63% |
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Bruno Silva 91, Alex Pereira 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: No common opposition or both are winless against common opposition.
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