The ex-chairman of NSAC admits to a wrongdoing by allowing Power Slap and expresses his dissatisfaction with the decision.

Former chairman of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, Stephen J. Cloobeck, has expressed regret for his involvement in sanctioning the Power Slap league. The announcement of the league by UFC President Dana White has raised concerns about the safety of the athletes involved as well as the potential popularity of the sport. Despite mixed reactions from mixed martial arts fans, Cloobeck and other members of … Continue reading The ex-chairman of NSAC admits to a wrongdoing by allowing Power Slap and expresses his dissatisfaction with the decision.

According to Dana White, the reason why the Power Slap League has been subjected to attacks is because of his involvement with it.

The MMA community’s unfavorable response to Power Slap League hasn’t gone unnoticed by Dana White. On Saturday night, UFC Las Vegas will host a significant bantamweight contender bout between former champion Petr Yan and the rising Merab Dvalishvili. Meanwhile, the first season of White’s most recent side project, Power Slap League, will conclude at the UFC Apex facility that same evening. Despite concerns raised by … Continue reading According to Dana White, the reason why the Power Slap League has been subjected to attacks is because of his involvement with it.

Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov reacts to NSAC’s decision to reduce his training partners suspensions

Today, The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) reduced the suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov, Khabib’s training partners, who were involved in the post fight brawl at UFC 229 when Khabib defeated Conor McGregor via submission. Post the news from NSAC today, Khabib Nurmagomedov took to instagram to share his thoughts on NSAC’s decision. Here’s the post and translation: “OFFICIALThe Nevada State Athletic … Continue reading Khabib ‘The Eagle’ Nurmagomedov reacts to NSAC’s decision to reduce his training partners suspensions

NSAC reduces suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov (Khabib’s training partners)

The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) has approved reduction in the suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov, both Khabib Nurmagomedov’s training partners, by 35 days. However, they are required to complete community service of ten hours. Talking to MMA Junkie NSAC Director Bob Bennett said: “Provided it is significant and productive for the youth, upon my approval and recommendation to the commission, the … Continue reading NSAC reduces suspension sentences of Abubakar Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tukhugov (Khabib’s training partners)