Welcome to Midnight Mania!

Let’s start the night off by taking a look back over the three biggest stories of Monday, Nov. 9, 2026.

I genuinely have no idea how much of the Johnny Walker vs. Valter Walker drama is real versus made up. The brothers are so … unique that anything is possible.

Stephen Thompson has to be one of the nicest guys in the history of MMA — a true gentleman

American Top Team OG Marcos Da Matta — aka Parrumpa — is a legend of the game, and he didn’t hold back on his feelings for Dan Miragliotta.

I think Tatsuro Taira would have at least a reasonable chance of submitting Sedriques Dumas.

Lots of drama between MVP and Claressa Shields:

Slips, rips, and KO clips

This looks to be a classic case of accepting defeat via the RNC — no defense attempted.

Igor Severino is damn good. There are fighters on the current roster who are less talented yet have committed worse crimes …

The kick counter at the start of this clip is gorgeous.

Cool castle and all, but the first sentence is shocking.

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Midnight Music: Indie rock, 2017

Sleep well Maniacs! More martial arts madness is always on the way.