Kickboxing and MMA news

Talks are reportedly at an advanced stage for a high-profile clash between heavyweight kickboxing king Rico Verhoeven and former light heavyweight champion Artem Vakhitov at GLORY 100 on June 14th. An official announcement is expected soon, marking a potential showdown between two of the sport’s most dominant fighters. A closer look into Rico Verhoeven vs […]

Netflix’s latest psychological drama, Adolescence, doesn’t just tell a gripping story—it holds up a mirror to a troubling reality. The series unfolds after a horrifying incident at a suburban high school, where a teenage boy murders a classmate, a young girl who had rejected him.  As the investigation unfolds, detectives stumble upon a disturbing digital

Superlek Kaitmoo9 is scheduled to face Takeru Segawa in ONE 172 this weekend. He’s ready to display his skills in a highly anticipated Muay Thai combat against Nabil Anane, who’s known for his dexterity. Judging by the magnitude of this fight, both fighters are looking for their ways to victory and we here at Sidekick

Protecting children who compete in combat sports is essential to ensure their safety, well-being, and long-term development. Proper supervision, age-appropriate training, and strict adherence to safety protocols are critical in minimizing the risk of injury.  Coaches and trainers should emphasize technique, discipline, and respect while fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes safety over competition. Regular

ONE Championship’s marquee event, ONE Friday Fights 100, once again delivered world-class striking and nonstop excitement at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on March 14. The headline bout of this 12-fight spectacle featured Thailand’s own Muangthai PK Saenchai taking on Russia’s Ibragim Abdulmedzhidov in a 137-pound Muay Thai showdown. Abdulmedzhidov came out aggressively, launching piercing

The martial arts community is eagerly awaiting ONE Championship’s upcoming event, ONE 172, set to take place on March 23, 2025, at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. The main attraction of this highly anticipated card is a five-round flyweight kickboxing superfight featuring two of the sport’s most dynamic strikers: Thailand’s Rodtang “The Iron

George Jarvis, a prominent figure in the world of Muay Thai, is set to face Mouchine Chafi at ONE Fight Night 30 on April 5, 2025. This highly anticipated bout promises to be a thrilling encounter between two skilled fighters. George Jarvis, hailing from the United Kingdom, has rapidly ascended the ranks in the Muay

Fans are eager for the ONE 172. The event will bring the greatest collection of martial arts superstars on planet Earth will descend upon Saitama Super Arena. That said, let’s find out more about the event. One of the featured bouts of the evening is a flyweight kickboxing super-fight between generational talents. Former longtime ONE