Welcome to “This Week in MMAmania.com,” Maniacs!
As you know, MMAmania.com churns out a ridiculous amount of stories weekly. And if you don’t refresh this site constantly, you might just miss an amazing story. Or, if you don’t go read the comments section on each story, you might miss a wisecrack that will leave you LOL’ing.
But, don’t trip — we’ve got you covered. This weekly article will recap the best of MMAmania.com, reviewing the most-read stories, comments, social media posts, etc.
So, sit back and take a gander at the madness of the week that was …
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – FEBRUARY 24: Yoel Romero walks to the cage before fighting against Thiago Santos during the 2024 PFL vs Bellator: Champs event at Kingdom Arena on February 24, 2024 in Riyadh. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) Getty Images
Last week, the story that attracted the most eyeballs here at MMAmania.com was Yoel Romero’s BKFC debut, and the reaction to the random opponent.
Obviously, MMAmania.com had a brand new makeover this past week, and boy oh boy, you guys didn’t like it — but don’t worry, we heard you loud and clear, and we are working to get everything perfect.
MMA Mania ‘Tweet of the Week’
Mateusz Rebecki went to war with Chris Duncan at UFC Vegas 108, and had a hard time getting down the stairs.
‘Fan-Tweet of the Week’
UFC, please never book these blood-thirsty animals in the Apex ever again … they need a crowd.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – AUGUST 02: Mateusz Rebecki of Poland reacts after a decision loss against Chris Duncan of Scotland in a lightweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 02, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC)
Fighter ‘Comment of the Week’
One last thing about Rebecki — he plans only to take a short break after his bloody battle.
LAS VEGAS – FEBRUARY 05: Anderson Silva celebrates his victory over Vitor Belfort at UFC 126 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on February 5, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) Zuffa LLC via Getty Images
I don’t know if you missed it, but “The Feed” is brand new, fan-oriented section on MMAmania.com for YOU to post discussion topics, breaking news or just about anything combat sports-related.
Rung Sat Special Zone sparked an interesting conversation about who would win: Prime Anderson Silva vs. Dricus du Plessis.
Anthony Hernandez is a straight savage. Look at him smiling at his prey … who he demolished (watch highlights).
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – AUGUST 09: (L-R) Roman Dolidze of Georgia punches Anthony Hernandez in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 09, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)
Unseen ‘Knockout of the Week’
Now that’s how you make an Octagon debut!
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – AUGUST 09: Anthony Hernandez takes down Roman Dolidze of Georgia in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 09, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)
Best ‘Prediction of the Week’
TAKE A BOW, KneeCapped. YOU NAILED THIS.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – AUGUST 09: (R-L) Elijah Smith knocks out Toshiomi Kazama of Japan in a bantamweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 09, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)
Random ‘Stat of the Week’
Elijah Smith’s slam knockout was the 15th in UFC history (watch it again) … but it might have been among the worst to watch.
Fight Announcement of the Week
Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi is going down in Canada in October.
This Past Week in MMA History:
T.J. Dillashaw sparked Cody Garbrandt in the first round in their rematch.
On the same card, Henry Cejudo finally dethroned Demetrious Johnson via a very close (and controversial) split decision.
Michal Oleksiejczuk finally sent Sam Alvey packing from UFC at UFC Vegas 59.
Anderson Silva pulled off one of the best comebacks in UFC history, tapping Chael Sonnen in the fifth round.
Ciryl Gane became UFC’s interim Heavyweight champion, knocking out Derrick Lewis at UFC 265.
See you guys next week! And be sure to peep those comments sections. Who knows, you might just be highlighted among the “Best of the Best” around these parts.
Remember to follow MMAmania.com on socials, too:
To checkout UFC’s upcoming schedule of events click here.