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Thursday, May 22, 2025

BMC 4: Explosive action, knockouts and new champions light up Milnerton MMA showdown

Barebones MMA Championships 4 delivered high-intensity action in Milnerton with 19 fights, including three title bouts and a title eliminator. Youth and senior fighters alike impressed a packed venue, setting the stage for an even bigger BMC 5 this September.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

Financial, venue issues KO's plans for Dricus du Plessis' title defence on home soil

Dricus du Plessis, the reigning UFC middleweight champion, faced significant financial and venue challenges that prevented him from defending his title on home soil after the sanctioning body opted to stage the bout in Chicago, USA

Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoUFC 319: Dricus du Plessis set to defend title against Khamzat Chimaev

Dricus du Plessis is set to defend his UFC middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 in Chicago on August 16.

Michael Sherman|Published

Sandenbergh ‘super proud’ of how Barebones MMA is growing

After launching mid-last year, mixed martial arts promotion Barebones, which focuses on building the foundation of the Western Cape MMA scene, has gone from strength to strength.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

JJ Karagiannidis reaches quarter-finals at the IMMAF Africa Championships

In Thursday’s other fixtures, the Flyweights, Super Lightweights, Lightweights, and Super Welterweights will battle in the quarters for a shot at the next round.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

BREAKING | PFL Africa launches in Cape Town with Inaugural MMA tournament this July

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) is set to launch its inaugural PFL Africa tournament in Cape Town on 26 July 2025. Featuring top fighters from 14 African nations, the event will also include international bouts as part of the PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

Watch VideoCaitey and Caleb make their dads proud at IMMAF Africa Champs

South African fighters Caitey Karagiannidis and Caiden Bouwer shine with gold medals at the IMMAF Africa Championships 2024, highlighting Mzansi's rising MMA talent.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

Watch VideoAngola dominate on day one of IMMAF Africa Champs

Team Angola dominated day one of the IMMAF Africa Championships in Luanda, securing 21 medals, while Mauritius celebrated its first gold as South Africa eyes more victories in the Youth A Division.

Julian Kiewietz|Published

Watch VideoHeartbreak for Cameron Saaiman as SA star suffers first-round knockout at UFC fight night

South Africa’s Cameron Saaiman suffered a first-round knockout loss to Malcolm Wellmaker at UFC Fight Night: Machado Garry vs Prates in Kansas City. After a strong start, Saaiman was caught with a counter right hook, ending his comeback hopes in under two minutes.

Julian Kiewietz|Published