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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Muhammad vs. Bonfin (06-06-2026)

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Jason

Welterweight (170)
[#7][#7UFC] Belal Muhammad (24-5-0, -128) vs. [#16][#13UFC] Gabriel Bonfim (19-1-0, +107)
Belal Muhammad is the All-Time #8 ranked Welterweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Belal Muhammad (1-2-0)
2025-11-22: L vs. [#5WW] Ian Garry (17-1-0) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2025-05-10: L vs. [#8WW] Jack Della Maddalena (18-4-0) via UD (48-47, 49-46, 48-47)
2024-07-27: W vs. [#9WW] Leon Edwards (22-6-0) via UD (48-47, 48-47, 49-46)

Last 3 Fights: Gabriel Bonfim (3-0-0)
2025-11-08: W vs. [#35WW] Randy Brown (20-8-0) via TKO (Knee) in 1:40 of round 2
2025-07-12: W vs. [#25WW] Stephen Thompson (17-9-1) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2025-02-15: W vs. [#61WW] Kalinn Williams (16-5-0) via Technical Submission (Brabo Choke) in 4:58 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Belal Muhammad	-128		53.74%
Elo K170	Belal Muhammad	2208.12	+150.81	70.44%
Elo Modified	Belal Muhammad	2168.06	+169.49	72.63%
Glicko-1	Belal Muhammad	2195.70	+123.41	67.05%
WHR	Belal Muhammad	1940.31	+50.05	57.15%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Belal Muhammad 37.9, Gabriel Bonfim 28.8
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Belal Muhammad 196, Gabriel Bonfim 210
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 2 win(s) against common opposition.
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Middleweight (185)
[#7][#6UFC] Brendan Allen (26-7-0, -228) vs. [#29][#22UFC] Edmen Shahbazyan (16-5-0, +187)

Last 3 Fights: Brendan Allen (2-1-0)
2025-10-18: W vs. [#15MW] Reinier de Ridder (21-4-0) via TKO (Corner Stoppage) in 5:00 of round 4
2025-07-19: W vs. [#35MW] Marvin Vettori (19-10-1) via UD (29-28, 30-27, 30-27)
2025-02-22: L vs. [#9MW] Anthony Hernandez (15-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Edmen Shahbazyan (3-0-0)
2025-10-04: W vs. [#53MW] Andre Muniz (24-8-0) via KO (Punches and Elbows) in 4:58 of round 1
2025-06-14: W vs. [#95MW] Andre Petroski (13-6-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
2025-02-15: W vs. [#224WW] Dylan Budka (9-5-0) via TKO (Punches) in 1:35 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Brendan Allen	-228		66.61%
Elo K170	Brendan Allen	2114.41	+311.72	85.75%
Elo Modified	Brendan Allen	2062.96	+256.87	81.44%
Glicko-1	Brendan Allen	2148.49	+307.96	85.48%
WHR	Brendan Allen	1966.67	+270.29	82.58%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Brendan Allen 30.4, Edmen Shahbazyan 28.5
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Brendan Allen 231, Edmen Shahbazyan 245
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Lightweight (155)
[#27][#19UFC] Fares Ziam (18-4-0, -303) vs. [#119][#56UFC] Tom Nolan (10-1-0, +243)

Last 3 Fights: Fares Ziam (3-0-0)
2025-12-06: W vs. [#79LW] Nazim Sadykhov (11-2-1) via TKO (Elbows and Punches) in 4:59 of round 2
2025-02-01: W vs. [#120LW] Mike Davis (12-3-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2024-09-28: W vs. [#148LW] Matt Frevola (11-6-1) via KO (Knee) in 2:59 of round 3

Last 3 Fights: Tom Nolan (3-0-0)
2025-09-27: W vs. [#362LW] Charlie Campbell (9-3-0) via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) in 4:08 of round 1
2025-02-08: W vs. [#349LW] Viacheslav Borshchev (8-8-1) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2024-08-17: W vs. [*] Alex Reyes (13-5-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Fares Ziam	-303		72.06%
Elo K170	Fares Ziam	1971.32	+238.57	79.79%
Elo Modified	Fares Ziam	1929.39	+205.58	76.56%
Glicko-1	Fares Ziam	1971.67	+213.61	77.38%
WHR	Fares Ziam	1877.43	+276.04	83.05%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Fares Ziam 29.2, Tom Nolan 26.2
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Fares Ziam 182, Tom Nolan 252
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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UFC Fight Night 278 – Muhammad vs. Bonfim

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Vitaliy Vovk

Jun 6, 2026 | UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

[#7 WW | #5 UFC] Belal Muhammad (24-5-0) vs. [#16 WW | #11 UFC] Gabriel Bonfim (19-1-0)

The main event of UFC Fight Night 278 features a compelling welterweight clash between former UFC champion Belal Muhammad and one of the division’s fastest-rising contenders, Gabriel Bonfim.

Muhammad enters the bout as one of the most experienced fighters in the welterweight division. His greatest strengths remain his relentless pace, excellent cardio, strong wrestling, and ability to control opponents over five rounds. However, his recent performances have raised questions about whether he can remain a legitimate title contender after suffering back-to-back defeats.

Bonfim, meanwhile, appears to be entering his prime. The Brazilian has won four consecutive fights, including notable victories over Stephen Thompson and Randy Brown. His skill set combines dangerous Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, explosive striking, and impressive finishing instincts. Younger, faster, and more dynamic, Bonfim presents a difficult challenge for any opponent in the division.

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Saturday, August 22nd 2026: Professional Fighters League PFL Tampa: Cyborg vs. Vieira

[#1 W145] Cristiane Justino

[#4 W135] Ketlen Vieira

Last Fight Date: 12/13/2025 [PFL]
Last Opponent: [#2 W145] Sara Collins
Last 5: W W W W W

Last Fight Date: 5/16/2026 [UFC]
Last Opponent: [#10 W135] Jacqueline Cavalcanti
Last 5: W L W L W

Saturday, July 18th 2026: RIZIN LANDMARK 15 in HIROSHIMA

[#3 W105] Si Woo Park

[#7 W105] Moeri Suda

Last Fight Date: 11/23/2025 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#33 W105] Saki Kitamura
Last 5: W W W L W

Last Fight Date: 3/07/2026 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#15 W105] Namiko Kawabata
Last 5: W W W L W

Saturday, July 18th 2026: RIZIN LANDMARK 15 in HIROSHIMA

[#5 W105] Saori Oshima

[#12 W105] Ye Ji Lee

Last Fight Date: 3/07/2026 [Rizin Fighting Federation]
Last Opponent: [#11 W105] Keito Oyama
Last 5: L L W L W

Last Fight Date: 5/24/2026 [DEEP]
Last Opponent: [#31 W105] Eru Takebayashi
Last 5: W L W L W

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[NR]	Tito Ortiz	[#2 LW]	Ilia Topuria
[#20 BW]	Farid Basharat	[#1 WW]	Islam Makhachev
[#12 LW]	Paddy Pimblett	[#4 LW]	Arman Tsarukyan
[#100 WW]	Jordan Zebo	[#2 MW]	Khamzat Chimaev

Why MMA Fans Closely Follow Fighter Rankings and Performance Trends

Posted on May 31, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fans closely follow fighter rankings and performance trends because rankings provide the clearest framework for evaluating title contention, matchmaking logic, and career progression within a sport built on weight classes and divisional hierarchies. MMA fans closely follow fighter rankings and performance trends because rankings help compare fighters across different eras, analyze winning streaks, assess the strength of competition, and predict future championship opportunities within organizations such as the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the Professional Fighters League.

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UFC Macau Delivered Finishes, Spoilers, And A Massive Moment For Song Yadong

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Andrew Carswell

Macau, China – UFC Macau was built around a homecoming, and by the end of the night, Song Yadong made sure the crowd at Galaxy Arena had something to celebrate. After a card full of early finishes, upset moments, and uncomfortable reality checks, China’s top-ranked male fighter closed the show with the kind of performance that turns a regional main event into a career statement.

Song submitted former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo in the second round of the bantamweight main event, finishing the fight with a guillotine choke at 4:42. It was not just another win. It was Song’s second victory over a former UFC champion in 15 months, and it came in front of a crowd that had waited years to see him fight again on Chinese soil.

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Current MMA Rankings Updated (05-31-2026)

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Jason

20:0 and the K-1 World Champion Title – Azamat Boziev’s Triumph at FCFC 15

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

At FCFC 15, special attention was drawn to the international championship bout for the K-1 world title featuring undefeated fighter Azamat Boziev, representing Senshi no Kage Beausoleil, a sports club based in the south of France.

Azamat entered the tournament with an impressive professional record: Muay Thai — 4:0, K-1 — 2:0, Kickboxing — 2:0, and MMA — 11:0. He is a champion of the Maximus and GITC MMA promotions, winner of the Irbis K-1 Grand Prix Cup, and also holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Following his victory at FCFC 15, Azamat’s overall professional combat sports record now stands at 20:0.

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What MMA Rankings Actually Reveal About a Fighter’s Future

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

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Do MMA rankings really show who is close to a title shot, or do they only reflect who won recently?

For many fans, rankings look like a simple order of names. In reality, they can reveal form, activity, risk, matchup pressure, and the type of path a fighter may face next.

A ranking is not a perfect prediction. Mixed martial arts is too human for that. One clean counter, one tired takedown attempt, one poor weight cut, or one late mistake can change a career quickly.

Still, rankings matter because they turn scattered results into a clearer pattern. When read with context, they help explain why some fighters are moving forward, why others are stuck, and why a lower-ranked name may be closer to a major opportunity than expected.

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Emergency Plumber vs Standard Plumber: Which Service Is Right For Your Crisis?

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Plumbing issues can arise unexpectedly, leaving homeowners in a dilemma about whether they need immediate assistance or can wait for a regular service appointment. Understanding the difference between emergency and standard Plumber services is crucial for making the right decision during a plumbing crisis. This article will explore the roles and responsibilities of both types of Plumbers, when to call an emergency Plumber, and how to choose between the two services. Whether you’re dealing with a burst pipe or planning a renovation that involves smart home integration, knowing the appropriate service to call can save time, money, and stress.

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How Much Does the UFC Make Per Event?

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has quickly risen to be one of the most commercially powerful sports properties worldwide.
In 2025 alone, they generated $1.5 billion in revenue, a 7% increase YoY at an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 57% (one of the highest in any major sports property). If you were to spread these results over the roughly 43 events per year, that means it generates around $35 million in revenue per event. This figure is very rough, however, as UFC doesn’t only generate cash from their fights. They have a game, intellectual property, and more.

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Can Prediction Markets Price UFC Fights Better Than Oddsmakers?

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

UFC betting has entered a strange, serious phase. Fighters still make weight, coaches still talk carefully, and fans still convince themselves they spotted something in an open workout. The new part comes from prediction markets, where users trade event contracts whose prices move as opinion changes. Kalshi now lists UFC and MMA markets, including fight outcomes and title-holder contracts, which puts combat sports inside a trading format built around live probability.

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Who Has the Most Bonuses in UFC History?

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Charles Oliveira currently holds the record in that category with a total of 21 post-fight bonuses in his career to date. CasinoHEX UK prepared a material looking at how he arrived at that figure – and also at the other fighters who could give him a run for his money in this interesting statistic.

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Cross-Platform Gaming: When Everyone Finally Stopped Being Stubborn

Posted on May 28, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Platform exclusivity was gaming’s most profitable lie. Console makers built invisible prisons around their players, trapping friends on opposite sides of arbitrary corporate borders while counting money from manufactured loneliness.

Epic Games torched those walls with Fortnite, watching platform holders scramble as their carefully constructed kingdoms crumbled into irrelevance.

Corporate boardrooms probably erupted into chaos. I can only imagine.

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Conor McGregor’s Comeback Has Everything: Money, Mystery, And Max Holloway

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Andrew Carswell

Las Vegas, Nevada – Conor McGregor is still the biggest name in mixed martial arts. He is also, somehow, the long shot.

That is what makes his return so fascinating. The most famous fighter in UFC history is coming back to the Octagon on July 11th at UFC 329 in Las Vegas against Max Holloway, a familiar opponent from another era of his career. The matchup is loaded with nostalgia, money, risk, and uncertainty. It is not just McGregor returning after nearly five years away from competition. It is McGregor returning with a new deal, a dangerous opponent, and something he rarely carried during his rise to superstardom: genuine underdog status.

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Fight Matrix Program – UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo (05-30-2026)

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Jason

Bantamweight (135)
[#7][#7UFC] Yadong Song (22-10-1, -565) vs. [#9][#9UFC] Deiveson Figueiredo (25-6-1, +410)
Yadong Song is the All-Time #46 ranked Bantamweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Yadong Song (1-2-0)
2026-01-24: L vs. [#3BW] Sean OMalley (19-3-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2025-02-22: W vs. [*] Henry Cejudo (16-6-0) via TUD (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
2024-03-09: L vs. [#2DD][#4P4P][#1BW] Petr Yan (20-5-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Deiveson Figueiredo (1-2-0)
2026-01-24: L vs. [#4BW] Umar Nurmagomedov (20-1-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2025-10-11: W vs. [#23BW] Montel Jackson (15-4-0) via SD (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)
2025-05-03: L vs. [#5BW] Cory Sandhagen (18-6-0) via TKO (Knee Injury) in 4:08 of round 2

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Yadong Song	-565		81.24%
Elo K170	Deiveson Figueiredo	1992.72	+25.09	53.60%
Elo Modified	Yadong Song	1972.69	+44.81	56.41%
Glicko-1	Yadong Song	2018.13	+45.62	56.53%
WHR	Yadong Song	1863.96	+37.64	55.40%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Yadong Song 28.5, Deiveson Figueiredo 38.4
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Yadong Song 126, Deiveson Figueiredo 126
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Even: Both have 1 win(s) against common opposition.
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Light Heavyweight (205)
[#27][#17UFC] Mingyang Zhang (19-7-0, -250) vs. [#28][#18UFC] Alonzo Menifield (17-6-1, +202)

Last 3 Fights: Mingyang Zhang (2-1-0)
2025-08-23: L vs. [#15LHW] Johnny Walker (22-10-0) via TKO (Leg Kicks and Punches) in 2:37 of round 2
2025-04-26: W vs. [#38HW+] Anthony Smith (39-22-0) via TKO (Elbows) in 4:03 of round 1
2024-11-23: W vs. [#154MW] Osman Diaz (10-4-0) via TKO (Elbow and Punches) in 2:25 of round 1

Last 3 Fights: Alonzo Menifield (2-1-0)
2025-11-22: L vs. [#14LHW] Volkan Oezdemir (21-8-0) via KO (Knee and Punches) in 1:27 of round 1
2025-06-14: W vs. [#42LHW] Oumar Sy (12-2-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2025-02-22: W vs. [#72LHW] Julius Walker (7-2-0) via SD (30-27, 28-29, 29-28)

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Mingyang Zhang	-250		68.32%
Elo K170	Alonzo Menifield	1702.61	+34.91	55.01%
Elo Modified	Alonzo Menifield	1697.03	+21.32	53.06%
Glicko-1	Mingyang Zhang	1731.69	+27.92	54.01%
WHR	Mingyang Zhang	1681.68	+22.95	53.30%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Mingyang Zhang 27.8, Alonzo Menifield 38.6
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Mingyang Zhang 280, Alonzo Menifield 189
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Alonzo Menifield leads 1-0
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Heavyweight (265)
[#4][#4UFC] Sergei Pavlovich (20-3-0, -552) vs. [#21][#13UFC] Tallison Teixeira (9-1-0, +398)
Sergei Pavlovich is the All-Time #31 ranked Heavyweight fighter.

Last 3 Fights: Sergei Pavlovich (2-1-0)
2025-08-23: W vs. [#8HW+] Waldo Cortes-Acosta (17-3-0) via UD (30-27, 29-28, 30-27)
2025-02-01: W vs. [*] Jairzinho Rozenstruik (15-6-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
2024-06-22: L vs. [#3HW+] Alexander Volkov (40-11-0) via UD (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)

Last 3 Fights: Tallison Teixeira (2-1-0)
2026-01-31: W vs. [#26HW+] Tai Tuivasa (14-10-0) via UD (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
2025-07-12: L vs. [#18HW+] Derrick Lewis (29-13-0) via TKO (Punches) in 0:35 of round 1
2025-02-08: W vs. [*] Justin Tafa (7-5-0) via TKO (Knee to the Body and Elbows) in 0:35 of round 1

System	Favorite	Rating	Rating Diff	Win %
Betting Odds	Sergei Pavlovich	-552		80.82%
Elo K170	Sergei Pavlovich	2056.67	+455.33	93.22%
Elo Modified	Sergei Pavlovich	2046.36	+416.92	91.68%
Glicko-1	Sergei Pavlovich	2110.26	+444.78	92.82%
WHR	Sergei Pavlovich	1991.70	+511.85	95.01%

Fighter Ages on Fight Day: Sergei Pavlovich 34.0, Tallison Teixeira 26.5
Days Since Last Pro Fight: Sergei Pavlovich 280, Tallison Teixeira 119
Previous Match-up Record: No previous match-ups.
Wins Against Common Opposition: Sergei Pavlovich leads 2-1
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Honkai: Star Rail Top Up on LootBar — Best Oneiric Shard Rate in 2026

Posted on May 25, 2026 by A. J. Riot

Honkai: Star Rail updates the story content with high quality over time, and new characters are frequently powerful at release. But not all characters are truly must pull, as many are optional or replaceable. Learning the best strategy to pull and the key difference between the Oneiric Shards & Direct Stellar Jade is crucial in every aspect.

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