Canceling UFC 249 was only logical solution despite disappointing fans
First and foremost, you'd be hard-pressed to find many who wanted to see another fight event more than myself, but even with the most selfish...
Askar Askarov: The grappling sensation of the flyweight division
It is considered scarce for people with disabilities to embark on a voyage through the treacherous waters that are professional Mixed Martial Arts; the one-handed...
Regional Resumes: Recruiting against current trend of Contender Series signings
The resume is essential in any job interview, and Contender Series is essentially a job interview for the UFC. With the COVID-19 pandemic not even...
MMA Moms: Steven Peterson’s mother is his number one fan
Leading up to Mother's Day in May, The Scrap will be honoring the mothers of MMA fighters. Being the mother of a pro MMA fighter,...
What is the UFC’s strongest division?
Within the Ultimate Fighting Championship are 12 weight classes, ranging from 115 to 265 pounds. Each division has a respective champion responsible for defending their...
Ranking Conor McGregor’s most impressive Octagon performances
Conor McGregor returned to the Octagon against Donald Cerrone at UFC 246. This was the first fight since 2018, amiss multiple setbacks. The refocused McGregor finished...
12 regional MMA fighters you should be following on Instagram
The world is currently suffering from boredom during their lockdowns, and if we're honest, they are likely on social media. Here at The Scrap, we...
COVID-19 Files: Josh Emmett is staying focused during coronavirus pandemic
UFC featherweight Josh Emmett (15-2 MMA) is using his time wisely while the state of California is on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. “I...
Seven of the biggest fights MMA fans never got to see
Despite Dana White’s stubborn persistence, there is still a real chance that UFC 249 doesn’t go as planned. Should the event happen, it’ll be sans...
With Gaethje filling in, is Khabib vs. Ferguson gone for good?
At UFC 249, Tony Ferguson will meet Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title. It will be Ferguson's second opportunity to win an interim belt,...
Regional Resumes: Names to consider for DWCS after dominant wins in 2020
The resume is essential in any job interview, and Contender Series is essentially a job interview for the UFC. With the COVID-19 pandemic not even...
Gym Series: Ichy’s Fighting Academy hopes to produce Puerto Rico’s first UFC fighter
Success has been a long time coming for Coach Ichy Gonzalez, who starting practicing Martial Arts at the age of seven. Ichy started training in...
Zack Powell is busy healing and training after PFC 13
Zack “Pow Pow” Powell (3-0) is busy healing and keeping up his training while waiting for the world of MMA to open up again. The...
Ricardo Lamas: Once a bully, always a bully
The last few years have seen a new breed of talent invade the MMA scene; from your Sean O'Malley's to Edmen Shahbazyan's, the future is...
5 fighters with the best chance of defeating Amanda Nunes
For the past five years, Amanda Nunes has inflicted a reign of terror across the UFC's bantamweight division unlike anything we have ever witnessed in...
Regional Resumes: Following current trend of Contender Series signings
The resume is essential in any job interview, and Contender Series is essentially a job interview for the UFC. With the COVID-19 pandemic not even...
The Welcoming Crew: RIZIN bantamweight champion Manel Kape
The recently crowned RIZIN bantamweight champion Manel Kape (15-4) is headed stateside to test himself in the UFC. But who should welcome him? The 135-pound...