Tag: UFC

How Often Do Underdogs Win in the UFC? What the Numbers Say

Last updated: July 2026  ·  8 min read Every few weeks, an MMA card produces a result that “nobody saw coming.” A champion retires on his stool, an unbeaten contender loses a split decision, a returning superstar lasts barely a minute. Each upset feels shocking in isolation. Viewed across...

Will Conor McGregor Fight Again? Scenarios After UFC 329

Last updated: July 2026  ·  8 min read Conor McGregor’s long-awaited return lasted 69 seconds. At UFC 329 on July 11, 2026 — his first fight in five years — McGregor attempted a jumping attack in the opening moments against Max Holloway, landed badly, and his knee gave out....

UFC Pound-for-Pound in 2026: Who Is Really No. 1 Now?

Last updated: July 2026  ·  8 min read Pound-for-pound debates are usually slow-moving arguments. Not in 2026. In the space of a few summer weeks, three of the sport’s presumed top fighters — Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira, and Khamzat Chimaev — all lost, Conor McGregor’s comeback collapsed in 69...

When Do MMA Fighters Peak and Decline? What the Data Shows

Last updated: July 2026  ·  9 min read Ask when an MMA fighter peaks and you will get confident answers pointing in opposite directions. Fans cite 25-year-old phenoms; analysts point to champions winning titles at 35. Both are looking at real data — from different eras and different kinds...