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.

146 articles published

Latest Articles by Rob Watson

Arman Tsarukyan Defends RAF 6 Brawl, Set for Hype FC Rematch Against Georgio Poullas - MMA Article

Arman Tsarukyan Defends RAF 6 Brawl, Set for Hype FC Rematch Against Georgio Poullas

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has broken his silence following the controversial brawl that erupted after his wrestling match victory over Georgio Poullas at RAF 6, adamantly defending his actions while announcing plans for a rematch under different circumstances. The incident occurr...

March 3, 2026 MMA
Ian Machado Garry Calls Out Islam Makhachev: "He Needs More Time" Despite Being P4P King - UFC News Article

Ian Machado Garry Calls Out Islam Makhachev: "He Needs More Time" Despite Being P4P King

The welterweight division has found its voice, and it belongs to Ian Machado Garry. With characteristic boldness, the undefeated Irish contender has thrown down the gauntlet to newly-crowned welterweight champion Islam Makhachev, delivering a message that cuts straight to the heart of championshi...

March 2, 2026 UFC News
Michael Morales Refuses to Show Islam Makhachev Respect: "He Bleeds Just Like Me" - UFC News Article

Michael Morales Refuses to Show Islam Makhachev Respect: "He Bleeds Just Like Me"

Rising UFC welterweight contender Michael Morales is making waves with his bold stance on lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, declaring he won't show the dominant titleholder the typical reverence most fighters display when discussing the Dagestani star. The undefeated 26-year-old Ecuadorian h...

March 1, 2026 UFC News
UFC Contender Arman Tsarukyan Sparks Wild Brawl After Wrestling Match Victory at RAF 6 - MMA Article

UFC Contender Arman Tsarukyan Sparks Wild Brawl After Wrestling Match Victory at RAF 6

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan found himself at the center of a massive brawl at RAF 6 on Saturday after winning his wrestling match against Georgio Poullas, immediately tackling his opponent and throwing punches that ignited chaos throughout the arena. The incident occurred moments a...

March 1, 2026 MMA
Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Superfight Being Discussed for Historic UFC White House Card - UFC News Article

Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Superfight Being Discussed for Historic UFC White House Card

The MMA world is buzzing with anticipation as discussions are reportedly underway for a potential superfight between former heavyweight champion Jon Jones and newly-minted heavyweight contender Alex Pereira to headline the upcoming UFC White House card, according to multiple reports. The blockbu...

February 28, 2026 UFC News
Former UFC Champion Jack Della Maddalena Set to Face Carlos Prates in Perth Homecoming Fight - UFC News Article

Former UFC Champion Jack Della Maddalena Set to Face Carlos Prates in Perth Homecoming Fight

Former UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena will return to action in front of his home crowd when he squares off against knockout artist Carlos Prates in the main event of UFC Fight Night Perth on May 2, 2026, at RAC Arena. The highly anticipated welterweight clash was first reported b...

February 28, 2026 UFC News
Charles Oliveira Opens Door to Shocking Featherweight Return for UFC Title Chase - UFC News Article

Charles Oliveira Opens Door to Shocking Featherweight Return for UFC Title Chase

The combat sports world received an intriguing development when former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira revealed he hasn't completely closed the door on a return to featherweight, the division where his UFC journey began over a decade ago. Speaking during a fan Q&A session in Brazil, "Do...

February 27, 2026 UFC News
Alex Pereira's Historic Heavyweight Gamble: Why the Light Heavyweight Champion is Ready to Risk Everything - UFC News Article

Alex Pereira's Historic Heavyweight Gamble: Why the Light Heavyweight Champion is Ready to Risk Everything

The mixed martial arts world is buzzing with reports that Alex Pereira, the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion, has informed the promotion of his intention to vacate his 205-pound title and make a historic move to heavyweight. This decision, if confirmed, would mark one of the most significa...

February 27, 2026 UFC News
Shara 'Bullet' Magomedov Dreams of UFC Red Square Spectacle: "Moscow, Russia, Power!" - UFC News Article

Shara 'Bullet' Magomedov Dreams of UFC Red Square Spectacle: "Moscow, Russia, Power!"

The one-eyed warrior from Russia sits in contemplation, seven months removed from his last octagon appearance, plotting his next conquest with the strategic mind of a chess grandmaster. For Shara "Bullet" Magomedov, the extended layoff isn't just about missing competition—it's about missing the...

February 27, 2026 UFC News
"Scared Duck" vs "El Matador": Inside the Heated Topuria-Tsarukyan Rivalry That's Dividing the UFC Lightweight Division - ...

"Scared Duck" vs "El Matador": Inside the Heated Topuria-Tsarukyan Rivalry That's Dividing the UFC Lightweight Division

The tension crackled through social media like electricity through water. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria had just delivered what many considered the most dismissive callout response in recent memory: "Arman, every time we see each other in person you freeze up like a scared duck with no id...

February 27, 2026 UFC News
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