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Steel City Showdown: Johnny Eblen and Bryan Battle Set to Ignite Pittsburgh This March
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Steel City Showdown: Johnny Eblen and Bryan Battle Set to Ignite Pittsburgh This March

Massive stakes and high-octane action head to the Keystone State as former Bellator champion Johnny Eblen faces off against Bryan Battle in a blockbuster PFL main event.

SportsNow Editorial Desk6 min
The Octagon Crystal Ball: Predicting MMA’s Seismic Shifts in 2026
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The Octagon Crystal Ball: Predicting MMA’s Seismic Shifts in 2026

As the landscape of mixed martial arts evolves, 2026 promises a paradoxical era defined by the long-awaited return of 'The Notorious' and the final curtain call for legendary heavyweights.

SportsNow Editorial Desk5 min
Gaethje Fires Back: 'The Highlight' Dismisses 'Staph' Rumors Ahead of Pimblett Showdown
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Gaethje Fires Back: 'The Highlight' Dismisses 'Staph' Rumors Ahead of Pimblett Showdown

Justin Gaethje has vehemently denied widespread speculation about a staph infection, assuring fans and critics alike that he's in peak condition for his highly anticipated bout against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324.

David Clark5 min