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Hello ladies and gentlemen, to the review of a fight night 10, presented by yours truly, Sam McCarthy...please do not clap for me, it's embarrassing. Anyways, moving on, well this was a night when this steel cage right behind me (I'm literally narrating this by standing in front of the cage cause the organizers have said I'm not getting paid otherwise btw for context) became the stage for triumph and heartbreak and NAFL fight night 10 delivered everything fans crave, knockouts that shook the arena, grappling clinics that tested literally everyone's endurance and a main event that indeed did live up to it's hype. From early prelims to the final bell, the card showcased rising prospects alongside some seasoned pros just to remind us in case any of us forgot, how unpredictable mixed martial arts truly is, so without further adieu, let's analyze the bouts a little bit more closely...shall we?
UNDERCARD BOUTS
Right then, so before we truly move onto the big boy matchups for the evening, we had some serious action lined up on this packed undercard, cause tell you what these guys were hungry, fearless and boy weren't they ready to throw it down. Every punch, every kick and every move they made out there was a chance to prove themselves to the hierarchy of this organization that these 10 bright talents deserves their time under the spotlight too, so i hope you didn't blink during these bouts, as you'd have missed a helluva lot, because as we know it, the undercard is where the fireworks begin.
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 Helsinki may be famous for ice, saunas, and stoic silence, but that all changes this New Year’s Eve, when Freddie “Il Fenomeno” Barella steps into the Freakshow MMA cage for the biggest fight of his young career.
The 6-0 Anglo-Italian sensation, raised between English discipline and Italian flair (a combination responsible for both his footwork and his questionable fashion), has officially left Royal MMA, the organisation where he built his undefeated record, to join the unpredictable, chaos-loving circus that is Freakshow MMA.
For a guy whose family still argues over whether pasta should be weighed or eyeballed, the transition from Royal’s regimented structure to Freakshow’s “controlled madness” has been… educational. One teammate reportedly asked him on day one, “Do you prefer espresso or energy drinks before sparring?” Freddie answered, “Both.” They haven’t questioned him since.
But culture shock aside, Barella came to Finland for one reason: to fight the legend of Freakshow, Mr. Sandman.
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In the fast-rising world of mixed martial arts, few names have captured the spotlight as rapidly and as intensely as Juan Martinez. With a professional record of 8–3, Martinez has climbed his way into championship status through grit, heart, and a style of fighting that has turned him into a fan favorite. On December 23rd, he steps back into the cage for what could be the defining moment of his career: his third defense of the bantamweight championship, in front of an expected crowd of 90,000 roaring fans.
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 London, On December 28, Royal MMA will bring the curtain down on a remarkable first year in business with an ambitious double-header event that captures everything the promotion has become: global, bold, and unapologetically spectacular.
Two venues. Two major cards. One unforgettable night.
What begins in familiar territory will end on the grandest stage Royal MMA has ever touched.
The Commonwealth Clash Semi-Finals: The Evening Begins in Camden
The night opens at the Camden Conference Centre, Royal MMA’s long-time London home, where the Commonwealth Clash 2025 Semi Finals will take centre stage.
In one bracket, England’s own Richard Lionheart faces Nepal’s feared warrior Gurkha Ghan, a clash of heart, pressure, and raw power. On the other side of the draw, Egypt’s Naeem Qassem meets India’s rising force Devraj Rathore, with national pride and tournament glory on the line.
With eight additional bouts rounding out the card, this event alone would headline most weekends. Instead, it serves as the opening act to something far bigger, a testament to just how far Royal MMA has come in less than a year.
Crown Jewel 25: Wombley Awaits
As the sun sets over London, attention shifts north-west to the iconic Wombley Arena, where over 90,000 fans will gather for Royal MMA – Crown Jewel 25.
The final card of 2025.
The end of Year One.
And the most ambitious event in Royal MMA history.
The Crown Jewel card will feature:
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Five championship fights
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Major matchups featuring fan favourites
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Appearances from Royal MMA legends
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Champions from other organisations making their long-awaited Royal debuts
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 We welcome Gunner Bond (385133) to the GAMMA Hall of Fame!
Gunner, a former #3 ranked fighter, was managed by GAMMA and game HOF manager, Action Jackson (123097) and competed in GAMMA from 2023-11-18 until 2025-09-13 and he is a 3 time, 170lbs champion.
His overall record being 33-14-0 and he holds a GAMMA record of 20-9-0. In total he competed in a total of 13 fights and also held a 8-0 streak in GAMMA at his peak.
He had many memorable wins over top 100 ranked fighters , some of the most significant being Junqueiro Santo Amaro, Clint Rivers, Oliver Robson, Adrian Rose, Patrick Matthew, Tam Yu Tai, Vinicius Honorio, Jalo Ilmarinen, Klaus Von Alkum, Mason Jones.
In 2024, he placed #2 among all fighters in GAMMA, in the fighter of the year rankings. His total of 416 points, rank him as the 22nd greatest GAMMA fighter of all time.
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 **Screen opens up with a rogue Sam McCarthy, probably in his bedroom, wearing undies, dancing to star wars tunes before realizing the cameras are rolling...
"Oh sorry about that mishap ladies and gents. Welcome everyone to the very first ever NAFL OPEN Podcast with your host Sam McCarthy, and boy oh boy we're about to start off with a proper banger, so I'm not goanna waste anyone's time anymore, enjoy the show..."
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 The NoGi Combat Series continues to build momentum as one of the most promising platforms for upcoming grappling athletes. With a strong focus on modern NoGi competition, the league is now officially expanding its roster and opening applications to new fighters with ID 416500+.
If you’re hungry to compete, ready to showcase your NoGi skill, and looking for a league that puts grapplers first, this is your stage. 🦾
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 For the first time in a long time, Willington Quay has felt… quiet.
No daily vlogs.
No gym mirror selfies.
No late-night pub quiz victory posts.
Since November 29th, when Titus Sims’ overhand right shut the lights off at 2:07 of round three, Cam Aspinall’s online presence has gone dark. The undefeated king was finally dethroned. Fifteen wins, fifteen finishes, and then, nothing. Just canvas, referee, and a moment every champion knows will come eventually.
Now, with Christmas lights up, frost on the ground, and the year winding down, Cam Aspinall is back. Still smiling. Still dangerous. Still very much himself.
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 FREAKSHOW MMA based in Helsinki, Finland started its first event in January and will hit it's 50th event come Christmas Eve.
Starting out as an 18 year old round robin based format structure it has evolved as fighters have aged and now is ranked # 13 in the world as a young organization.
FREAKSHOW has one of the most unique rule set in the game as fights are one ten minute rounds, institutes full fight scoring, and takes place inside a ring where spectators get to see more of the action. This year it has achieved a 99% satisfaction rating and looks to climb into the top ten in its second year.
The organization has signed over 100 fighters from around the world and has produced some awesome young talent, most notably Mr Sandman (407195) 17-1 overall, had in 2025 a 13-1 record all in FREAKSHOW winning both the 205 LBS and 265+ LBS titles simultaneously. Other notable champions are Louis "The Concussion" Clark (408257) 11-1 and "Menace" Xander Scott (407371) 13-2.
FREAKSHOW is looking to have a breakout year in 2026 where bigger fights and bigger arenas await. |
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