Israel Adesanya and ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ have since lost their UFC belts. Meanwhile, Francis Ngannou gave up his title to pursue big-money boxing bouts with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.

The Nigerian Nightmare' last stepped into the octagon ... Leon Edwards before suffering his infamous fifth round head kick knockout. And he pushed Edwards all the way in their rematch and then ...

It’s time to see what could be next for all of the main card winners from the "Adesanya vs. Imavov"-led event this past ...

The world of combat sports is witnessing a fascinating and, for many fans, heartbreaking shift. Some of Africa’s most dominant fighters ...

Despite Bakole’s reputation as a dangerous and often-avoided contender, McGuigan strongly advised Joshua against taking the fight. “If I was managing Anthony Joshua, I wouldn’t go near Martin Bakole,” ...

DAR ES SALAAM: Taifa Stars, the nation’s pride and joy, have danced with destiny in Africa’s grandest football stage – the ...

The Nigerian Nightmare' was basically a better version ... but despite the odd flash of his old self - his superman punch knockout of Stephen Thompson, for instance - he just wasn't the same ...

The slick heavyweight from Kent – who’s father is Nigerian and mother Slovakian – combines a rare fluidity with fight-ending power and, fighting out of the southpaw stance, looks a nightmare for ...

He was one of the most powerful Chiefs running backs and nicknamed “The Nigerian Nightmare.” He played six seasons with the Chiefs and was inducted into the Chiefs Hall of Honor in 2000.