THE MONEY
What Fighters Actually Get Paid
Show Money, Win Bonuses, And Everything That Comes Out Before A Fighter Sees Any Of It
By Sam Trelawney AUG 26, 2026
Explainers
How the sport actually works, minus the noise.
THE CONTENDER QUEUE
How Title Shots Are Really Decided
Rankings Are A Guide, Not A Ladder — And Nobody Is Obliged To Climb It
Explainers AUG 21, 2026
THE GROUND GAME
Every Submission, Explained
Chokes, Joint Locks, And Why Tapping Is The Smartest Thing In The Sport
Explainers AUG 17, 2026
FIGHT WEEK
What A Weight Cut Actually Does To A Fighter
The Most Dangerous Part Of The Sport Happens Before Anybody Is Punched
Explainers AUG 14, 2026
THE RULE BOOK
Every MMA Foul, And Why It Exists
What Is Banned, What Is Legal, And What Depends On Where You Are Fighting
Explainers AUG 11, 2026
THE SCORECARDS
How MMA Judging Actually Works
The 10-Point Must System, Explained Without The Shouting
Explainers AUG 9, 2026