Rob Watson

Rob Watson

MMA Sports Writer

Veteran MMA journalist and programmer with over 10 years covering UFC, striking arts, and combat sports. Tech enthusiast passionate about combining martial arts expertise with cutting-edge analysis.

104 articles published

Latest Articles by Rob Watson

15-Year-Old MMA Champion Mohammadali Sadulloyev Fatally Stabbed, Community Mourns Young Talent - MMA Article

15-Year-Old MMA Champion Mohammadali Sadulloyev Fatally Stabbed, Community Mourns Young Talent

The mixed martial arts community and the broader public were left in shock following the tragic death of Mohammadali Sadulloyev, a 15-year-old amateur MMA champion whose life was cut short during an act of violence.

January 12, 2026 MMA
Kayla Harrison’s Coach Pushes Back After Dana White Calls Amanda Nunes Matchup “Greatest Women’s Fight of All Time -...

Kayla Harrison’s Coach Pushes Back After Dana White Calls Amanda Nunes Matchup “Greatest Women’s Fight of All Time

In the wake of comments from UFC President Dana White about a potential fight between Amanda Nunes and Kayla Harrison, Harrison’s head coach has publicly responded, offering a perspective that tempers the hype and reframes where his fighter’s priorities lie.

January 10, 2026 UFC
Bo Nickal vs. Yoel Romero Scrapped from RAF 05 After Weight Miss at Weigh-Ins - MMA Article

Bo Nickal vs. Yoel Romero Scrapped from RAF 05 After Weight Miss at Weigh-Ins

Fans headed to Real American Freestyle 05 were hit with last-minute disappointment when the highly anticipated wrestling-based fight between Bo Nickal and Yoel Romero was removed from the event shortly after the fighters weighed in.

January 10, 2026 MMA
Colby Covington and Luke Rockhold Unload on Bo Nickal at RAF 05 Press Conference - UFC Article

Colby Covington and Luke Rockhold Unload on Bo Nickal at RAF 05 Press Conference

As the combat sports world turns its attention to the upcoming Real American Freestyle 05 event in Sunrise, Florida, a fiery press conference on Friday set the tone for one of the most talked-about moments leading up to the weekend.

January 9, 2026 UFC
Paddy Pimblett Draws Backlash After Controversial Comments Involving Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker - UFC Article

Paddy Pimblett Draws Backlash After Controversial Comments Involving Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker

Paddy Pimblett, one of the UFC’s most outspoken lightweights, has found himself at the center of multiple controversies this week after a string of comments about fellow fighters sparked strong reactions within the MMA community.

January 9, 2026 UFC
MMA Community Mourns Death of MMA Junkie Editor Abbey Subhan at Age 45 - MMA Article

MMA Community Mourns Death of MMA Junkie Editor Abbey Subhan at Age 45

The mixed martial arts world has been shaken by the sudden death of Abdur “Abbey” Rob Subhan, a longtime video editor and creative force for MMA Junkie.

January 4, 2026 MMA
Local MMA Promotion AFP Fighting Builds Momentum in Ohio and Draws Increasing Attention - MMA Article

Local MMA Promotion AFP Fighting Builds Momentum in Ohio and Draws Increasing Attention

In the heart of northeastern Ohio, a regional mixed martial arts promotion is rapidly emerging as a significant force in the local sports scene, drawing fighters, fans, and attention to its increasingly ambitious events.

January 4, 2026 MMA
Demetrious Johnson Criticizes UFC Matchmaking After Lerone Murphy Misses Out on Title Shot - UFC Article

Demetrious Johnson Criticizes UFC Matchmaking After Lerone Murphy Misses Out on Title Shot

Demetrious Johnson has never been one to mince words, and his latest comments on UFC matchmaking have reignited debate about how championship opportunities are truly decided.

January 4, 2026 UFC
Brian Ortega Tells Fans to Stop Sending Photos After Alex Pereira–Tracy Cortez Moment Goes Viral - UFC Article

Brian Ortega Tells Fans to Stop Sending Photos After Alex Pereira–Tracy Cortez Moment Goes Viral

UFC veteran Brian Ortega has publicly responded to a social media trend that involved him indirectly, telling followers to stop tagging him in a flood of images tied to fellow UFC fighters Alex Pereira and Tracy Cortez.

January 2, 2026 UFC
Michael Chandler Offers Conor McGregor Fight Update After Meeting with UFC Leadership - UFC Article

Michael Chandler Offers Conor McGregor Fight Update After Meeting with UFC Leadership

Michael Chandler, one of the most electrifying fighters in the UFC’s lightweight division, recently spoke out regarding potential future plans involving fellow star Conor McGregor following discussions with UFC leadership.

January 1, 2026 UFC
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