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Flyweight World Title Fight Confirmed for Newcastle, Cage Warriors 181
Cage Warriors have today confirmed a second world title fight for their upcoming return to Newcastle's Vertu Motors Arena
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: B.J. Penn
The cover of the June 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine showcased the legendary B.J. Penn securing a tight hold on his training...
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


Embrace the Chaos: Transforming Self-Defense Training for Real-World Scenarios
How ridiculous and strange to be surprised at anything which happens in life!”
Mark Hatmaker
Oct 3, 2024


From Contenders to Champions: Erko Jun and Pavel Dailidko’s Meteoric Rise in BRAVE CF Rankings at BRAVE CF 88, The New Faces of BRAVE CF Dominance
At BRAVE CF 88, two fighters solidified their place in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) history: Erko Jun and Pavel Dailidko
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


Regian Eersel Reflects On Loss, Motivated To Recapture Title At ONE Fight Night 25
Alexis Nicolas ended the incredible unbeaten run of Regian Eersel to capture the ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Championship
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


BRAVE CF 89: Kamal Magomedov Defends Title in Spain – Fight Card Revealed!
Just days after the blockbuster success of BRAVE CF 88, BRAVE Combat Federation is back with an electrifying fight card for BRAVE CF 89
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


Kayla Harrison vs. Ketlen Vieira: This Could Change the UFC Bantamweight Division Forever at UFC 307
Kayla Harrison, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and PFL champion, is on a collision course with Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307
Black Belt Team
Oct 3, 2024


Judo's Untold Stories: The Lives of Jigoro Kano’s Students
Like most historical figures, past giants of the budo world tend to stand, in our view, at such a distance as to make them seem almost..
Dave Lowry
Oct 2, 2024


UFC Rankings Report | Week of September 30, 2024
The most recent UFC rankings updates for all divisions have been released. See which fighters have shifted positions following UFC Paris....
Black Belt Team
Oct 2, 2024


ONE Championship's $1 Million Gate For ONE 168 Beats WWE Head To Head
ONE Championship lit Denver, Colorado, on fire for the second year in a row with its return visit on September 6.
Black Belt Team
Oct 2, 2024


Rising Star vs. The Legend: Can Mario Bautista Overcome UFC Hall of Famer Jose Aldo at UFC 307?
Mario Bautista is a name that’s rapidly gaining attention in the UFC Bantamweight division
Black Belt Team
Oct 2, 2024


Raquel Pennington Defends Her Throne vs Juliana Peña: UFC 307's Co-Main Event Breakdown
UFC 307 promises to be a monumental night, and the co-main event will showcase a thrilling matchup in the female bantamweight division
Black Belt Team
Oct 2, 2024


Mansur Malachiev Wants Statement Win At ONE Fight Night 25, Eyes Brooks For Title Shot
Mansur Malachiev is looking to make noise at ONE Fight Night 25 on Friday, October 4
Black Belt Team
Oct 1, 2024


Professional Fighters League reveals "Battle of the Giants" Brace for Impact Promotional Video
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has released the full promotional film for the Battle of The Giants: Brace for Impact pay-per-view
Black Belt Team
Oct 1, 2024


What 20 Years of Police Work Taught a Tournament Champion: Damon Gilbert's Top Tips
Damon Gilbert has served the citizens of Oakland, California, as a police officer for more than two decades. Unlike many of his law-enforcement peers across the country, who often gravitate toward self-defense systems with reputations for being “hard core” or “close-combat oriented” — think krav maga, military combatives or even MMA — Gilbert trains in and teaches what could be regarded as a traditional martial art (inasmuch as “traditional” refers to anything that predates t
Black Belt Team
Oct 1, 2024


Khalil Rountree's Remarkable Journey to UFC 307: In a Fight for Legacy, can He Dethrone Alex Pereira and Claim the Light Heavyweight Throne?
Khalil Rountree Jr. is on the verge of the biggest fight of his career
Black Belt Team
Oct 1, 2024


Shocking and Most Brutal One-Punch Knockouts in UFC History
A single punch can change the trajectory of a fighter’s career, making one-punch KOs some of the most iconic moments in UFC history.
Black Belt Team
Oct 1, 2024


UFC 307: Pereira vs Rountree Jr. – Pereira Defends Light Heavyweight Crown Against Rountree Jr., Pennington vs Peña Co-Headliner in Salt Lake City
The UFC returns to Salt Lake City this Saturday, October 5, 2024, with UFC 307: Pereira vs Rountree Jr.
Black Belt Team
Sep 30, 2024


Arnold Sports Festival to host The 2025 WAKO USA National Championships through Innovative Partnership with Kumite Classic
The Arnold Sports Festival will host the 2025 WAKO USA National Championship..
Black Belt Team
Sep 30, 2024


Throwback Interview: Ernie Reyes Jr.'s Early Rise in Martial Arts and the Movie Industry
In the following interview, he discusses his roles in both Ninja Turtles films, as well as his other Hollywood triumphs
Jim Coleman
Sep 30, 2024


Three Of ONE Friday Fights 81’s Big Winners Have World Champions In Their Crosshairs
A trio of ONE Championship stars have gold on their mind after scoring huge victories at ONE Friday Fights 81
Black Belt Team
Sep 30, 2024


Top Moments of Alex Pereira in the UFC Octagon Ahead of UFC 307
As UFC 307 approaches this weekend, fans are eagerly anticipating the Light Heavyweight Championship bout between Alex Pereira and..
Black Belt Team
Sep 30, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: Leo Fong
The cover of the May 1971 issue of Karate Illustrated featured the legendary Leo Fong , showcasing his skills in the same year his first...
Black Belt Team
Sep 29, 2024


Watch the Epic Premiere of 'Fighting Mad' (1978) on Black Belt Mag's YouTube Channel – A Samurai Journey of Revenge and Redemption!
Black Belt Magazine is bringing action fans a blast from the past with the exclusive premiere of Fighting Mad (1978)
Black Belt Team
Sep 29, 2024
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