RIZIN And PFL Unite For MMA’s First-Ever Double Title Fight
RIZIN and PFL will crown the first simultaneous featherweight champion when Razhabali Shaidulloev faces AJ McKee at SUPER RIZIN.5.
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PFL Austin Results: Eblen Stops Kasanganay, Eyes Unification
![Johnny Eblen def. Impa Kasanganay via KO (Round 3, 2:39) – Interim PFL Middleweight Championship [PFL photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design326-400x200.png)
Johnny Eblen knocked out Impa Kasanganay in the third round to capture the interim PFL middleweight championship and set up a rematch with Costello van Steenis.
BRAVE CF 107: Biko’s Long-Awaited Grudge Match Finally Set
Luthando Biko finally faces Bidzina Gavashelishvili at BRAVE CF 107, with the flyweight title picture on the line.
PFL MENA Riyadh Results: Alsaif, Basahel Thrill Fans
![Hattan Alsaif made her professional MMA debut at PFL MENA Riyadh. [PFL photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design285-400x200.png)
Hattan Alsaif won her professional debut as PFL MENA Riyadh finalized the welterweight and featherweight tournament semifinal brackets.
Loman Risks Flawless BRAVE CF Record in Croatia Clash
Former BRAVE CF bantamweight champion Stephen Loman returns to face Lasha Abramishvili in a title eliminator at BRAVE CF 108.
Karate Chief Ricky Lim Gets Call to Lead PH Asiad Campaign
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Karate Pilipinas president Ricky Lim has been appointed chef de mission for the Philippine delegation to the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games following the resignation of Al Panlilio due to business commitments.
Filipino Icon Pacio Risks Legacy in Malachiev Rematch
Joshua Pacio defends his ONE Strawweight title against Mansur Malachiev in a pivotal rematch at The Inner Circle 21 in Bangkok.
BRAVE CF 107 Brings World-Class MMA to Bulgaria With Blockbuster International Clashes
BRAVE Combat Federation has confirmed the complete fight card for BRAVE CF 107, featuring Bulgarian star Kaloyan Kolev in the main event and a host of international matchups. The event takes place on August 1 at Burgas Arena in partnership with the Bulgarian Fight Agency.
From Zero to Hero: How the Philippines Built a Sambo Powerhouse in Front of Hometown Fans
![Princess Aumagel Cortez smiles as she drapes the Philippine flag over her shoulders after clinching the 59kg women's class combat sambo gold in the 11th Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium last Saturday evening. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PSC_0560-1-400x200.jpg)
The Philippines announced itself as an emerging sambo powerhouse after winning three gold medals at the 11th Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships in Manila. Led by Aislinn Agnes Yap, Jomary Torres and Aumagel Princess Cortez, the host nation delivered its best-ever campaign against some of the region’s strongest competitors.
Bulgaria Braces for War: BRAVE CF 107 Heavyweight Bout Pits Rising Star Against Seasoned Gatekeeper
BRAVE Combat Federation has added a pivotal heavyweight clash to BRAVE CF 107 as Ukrainian finisher Danylo Voievodkin meets former title challenger Grégory ‘Robson’ Robinet in Burgas, Bulgaria. Both fighters enter the contest determined to revive their championship ambitions.