Discussing Khabib Nurmagomedov and Daniel Cormier with Javier Mendez
The Scrap had a chance to sit down and ask a few burning questions to Javier Mendez, founder of AKA in San Jose, CA. Many...
Behind the Scenes — A Fighter’s Sacrifices
The crowd is excited on fight night. The sound of cheering and excitement is heard throughout the venue. However, the road behind a fighter’s travel...
Tom Aspinall wants to fight as much as possible before bursting onto the world scene
Heavyweight prospect Tom Aspinall (6-2) will look to make it three wins in a row at Cage Warriors 107 on Sept. 28. The 26-year-old from...
The Process: UFC rankings and their panelists
If there is one thing that I remember the most from high school in my mischief filled English and writing classes - from a writing...
Gym Series: Niagara Top Team is a mecca for up and coming fighters in Canada
Think that MMA is not a big deal in Ontario, Canada? Think again. In the small town of St. Catharines, Niagara Top Team is quickly...
Five of 2019’s best MMA fighters from Washington state
There are plenty of great fighters scattered across the United States of America. Looking specifically at the West Coast, Washington state is home to several...
Drama within American Top Team — Colby Covington & Jorge Masvidal
Tension Rising at American Top Team American Top Team has been one of MMA’s top gyms for a while now. Right now, the tension is...
How Mark Henry Went From Wrestling Dad to One of MMA’s Top Coaches
Something as simple as taking his son to wrestling practice became life-changing for Mark Henry. Going from helping the kids out in wrestling class to...
Retro Rewind: Chyna in today’s WWE
Would Chyna work in today's WWE? Chyna was without a doubt one of WWE's most influential female wrestlers of all time. Gender aside, she was...
The Chinese Takeover: Reflecting on a nation’s growth in MMA
“Listen to the cheering – we just got our championship. It is historical. We are going to show the world China power, letting the world...
Khabib Nurmagomedov says defending belt, not winning new ones is key to improving legacy
Khabib Nurmagomedov is 27-0 and entering the conversation of the greatest fighters of all-time. He is set to defend his lightweight title for the second...
Khabib Nurmagomedov says Conor McGregor rivalry is not finished
Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor appeared to settle their differences inside the Octagon at UFC 229. The Russian champion in Nurmagomedov was taking on the...
Gym Series: Jackson Wink Academy has secret recipe for creating world’s best fighters
When thinking about the best MMA gyms in the world, one’s mind immediately goes to Jackson Wink in Albuquerque, NM. I recently spoke with Michael Lyubimov,...
Paige VanZant believes she is worth more than what UFC is paying
Paige VanZant is set to be a free agent after her next fight. She has made it known she will test free agency to see...
Matt Serra slams Joe Rogan & Dana White for Conor McGregor comments
Conor McGregor has been getting in trouble as of late and recently took to ESPN and apologized for his actions. Yet, some, like Joe Rogan...
Nate Diaz says UFC wanted him to vanish after Conor McGregor loss
Nate Diaz will make his triumphant return at UFC 241 when he takes on Anthony Pettis. When he does, it will be the first time...
Buddy Murphy: What went wrong?
Welcome to the second installment of misused WWE superstars. After feedback from my twitter followers, we're gonna take a look at "The Best Kept Secret,"...