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Erin Blanchfield: The UFC's Cold-Blooded Rising Star Ready to Silence Rose Namajunas at UFC Edmonton
Erin "Cold Blooded" Blanchfield has captured fans’ attention with her rapid rise and relentless drive in the UFC.
Black Belt Team
Oct 31, 2024


Top 5 Savage Moments of Derrick Lewis: The Black Beast Unleashed Ahead of UFC Edmonton Showdown!
Known for his unmatched power, raw humor, and unapologetic honesty, Lewis has created unforgettable moments both inside and outside the..
Black Belt Team
Oct 31, 2024


Transform Your Dojo: Game-Changing Tips for a Successful Martial Arts School!
Almost every day of the week except Sunday, I put on my gi and drive to the dojo, then teach for several hours. I started doing this in...
Floyd Burk
Oct 30, 2024


Danny Kingad Seeks KO, Revenge Against Adriano Moraes At ONE 169
On November 8, Danny Kingad is hoping to punch his ticket to a shot at the vacant ONE Flyweight MMA World Title. The flyweight contender...
Black Belt Team
Oct 30, 2024


Muay Thai Legend Youssef Boughanem Returns to BRAVE CF 90, faces French Star Johan Van de Hel!
Muay Thai icon Youssef Boughanem is set to make a sensational return to MMA at BRAVE CF 90 in Austria, where he’ll clash with French...
Black Belt Team
Oct 30, 2024


Brandon Moreno vs. Amir Albazi: Who Will Conquer UFC Edmonton This Saturday?
The UFC flyweight division heats up this Saturday as former champion Brandon Moreno takes on rising star Amir Albazi
Black Belt Team
Oct 30, 2024


Rose Namajunas: A Journey of Triumph, Trials, and Transformation in the UFC
Rose Namajunas, has been a beacon of resilience and talent in the world of mixed martial arts.
Black Belt Team
Oct 30, 2024


Updated UFC Rankings | Week Of October 28, 2024
Here are the updated UFC rankings. See which fighters have climbed or dropped following intense battles at UFC 308, and anticipate the...
Black Belt Team
Oct 30, 2024


When Perfectly Good Techniques Fail: Ricardo Liborio's BJJ Strategy for Competition and Self-Defense
Mike Tyson is famous for saying, “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Think what you want about the former heavyweight boxing champ, but there’s deep wisdom in his words. That wisdom happens to be the reason martial arts instructors so often remind their students about the necessity of having a backup plan. The logic applies whether you’re engaging in a friendly sparring session in the dojo or fighting full contact in the ring. Or battling for your life
S.D. Seong
Oct 29, 2024


Rose Namajunas vs. Erin Blanchfield: Can the Veteran Outlast the Rising Star at UFC Fight Night?
UFC fans are eagerly awaiting the co-main event at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi, where former Strawweight Champion Rose Namajunas will
Black Belt Team
Oct 29, 2024


BRAVE CF 90 Brings MMA Extravaganza to Vienna, Austria on Saturday, November 23
BRAVE Combat Federation is set to make its electrifying debut in Austria with BRAVE CF 90, marking a monumental chapter in European MMA.
Black Belt Team
Oct 29, 2024


ONE 169 Full Card Revealed, Lee vs. Rasulov Headlines ONE Fight Night 26
ONE Championship finalized its lineup for ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug, and it may be a contender for Event of the Year.
Black Belt Team
Oct 29, 2024


UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi – Flyweight Fireworks and Heavyweight Sluggers Take Over Edmonton!
Get ready for an action-packed night as UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Albazi comes to Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, on November 2
Black Belt Team
Oct 28, 2024


World Judo Day 2024: Celebrating the Spirit of Discipline and Respect on the Global Martial Arts Stage!
Each year on October 28, the world celebrates World Judo Day, honoring the legacy and philosophy of Judo. This martial art, founded by...
Black Belt Team
Oct 28, 2024


How a Small-Statured Scholar Saved Japan’s Martial Arts Legacy!
In 1853, Commodore Matthew Perry sailed into Edo harbor (now Tokyo) with four steam-powered warships. The United States was on a mission to open Japan to the outside world, and the arrival of this fleet caused chaos to erupt. It continued until the following year when Perry returned, and a reluctant compromise was reached between East and West.
Hayward Nishioka
Oct 28, 2024


From Tatami to Octagon: How Olympic Judo Shapes MMA's Greatest Fighters
Olympic judo has become a hidden powerhouse in MMA, with athletes who bring its techniques often finding success in the cage.
Black Belt Team
Oct 28, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: Roger Moore
The February 1975 issue of Fighting Stars magazine featured none other than Bond—James Bond—portrayed by the iconic Roger Moore. From...
Black Belt Team
Oct 27, 2024


Unstoppable Warriors: How Dagestani Grit is Dominating the MMA World!
In recent years, the MMA world has been taken by storm by fighters hailing from a rugged, mountainous region known as Dagestan.
Black Belt Team
Oct 27, 2024


UFC 308 Results: Topuria Stuns Holloway, Chimaev Submits Whittaker; A Night of Epic Knockouts and Submissions in Abu Dhabi!
UFC 308 brought electrifying action to the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, October 26, 2024, showcasing thrilling bouts and
Black Belt Team
Oct 27, 2024


The Grit Behind Glory: Unmasking the Relentless Path of Modern MMA Champions
In the spotlight of modern combat sports, few journeys are as intense, demanding, and unforgiving as that of a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)..
Black Belt Team
Oct 26, 2024


Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Video Highlights
In case you had to miss the fun, we made sure to capture the highlights of the event on film.
Black Belt Team
Oct 26, 2024


Reintroducing Our Legacy: Black Belt Magazine; The Decision to Return to Print
Black Belt Magazine's decision to return to print was made after careful consideration and consultation with prominent martial artists and..
George Chung
Oct 26, 2024


From Bangkok to the Octagon: How Muay Thai is Taking Over the Global MMA Scene!
Muay Thai, the “Art of Eight Limbs,” has a long-standing history in combat sports, rooted in ancient Siamese battlefields and refined..
Black Belt Team
Oct 26, 2024


ONE Friday Fights 84 Results; Delivers Muay Thai Mayhem at Lumpinee Stadium!
ONE Friday Fights 84 brought the electrifying art of Muay Thai to Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand
Black Belt Team
Oct 25, 2024
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