Month: March 2025

Nevada Hands Out Suspensions in Aftermath of MMA “Insider” Betting Scandal

March 26, 2025

Many jurisdictions require fighters to complete a pre bout medical questionnaire prior to competing in combat sports. Often these questionnaires are filled out under penalty of perjury. Nevada is one such jurisdiction. Fighters often lie on these forms as injuries are rampant and disclosure could derail a bout and payday. Despite frequent lies there are … More Nevada Hands Out Suspensions in Aftermath of MMA “Insider” Betting Scandal

Ringside Doctors Call For Weight Cut and Sparring Reforms For Young Fighters

March 25, 2025

This week the Association of Ringside Physicians published a position statement on young fighters. Titled Physiological and Medical Considerations for the Younger Combat Athlete, the authors reviewed hundreds of peer reviewed sources and made several recommendations. Among the most notable recommendations were the banning of weight cutting for athletes under 19, banning head contact in … More Ringside Doctors Call For Weight Cut and Sparring Reforms For Young Fighters