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• Hulk Hogan’s Real American Freestyle Adds Former UFC Star and Olympian

Hulk Hogan‘s Real American Freestyle promotion continues to add even more high-profile names. On Friday, UFC star and Olympian Ben Askren took to social media to reveal that he had joined the company, and recently signed a contract. He said he was excited to get back into wrestling, and help teach young talent how to […] The post Hulk Hogan’s Real American Freestyle Adds Former U...2025
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• Ben Askren Comments On Working With Hulk Hogan And Eric Bischoff's Real American Freestyle Wrestling
Ben Askren recently shared his thoughts on being part of Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff's new venture, Real American Freestyle Wrestling. The former UFC fighter took to X to express his excitement about being part of a project that blends the presentation of big-time pro wrestling with high-level freestyle amateur wrestling. Askren noted that he's previously turned down pitches to work with start-up...2025
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• More details on Hogan & Bischoff’s Real American Freestyle Wrestling

RAFWrestling’s Instagram After announcing the new promotion promotion this morning, the men fronting it were ready with a full court press of interviews and PR to get ready for their first show in August. Eric Bischoff & Hulk Hogan’s reveal of Izzy Martinez as their “third man” this morning (April 30) seemed like it might be just another tease of the trio’s new project, Real American Frees...2025
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• Real American Freestyle To Hold First Event On August 30
More details on Real American Freestyle. On Wednesday, Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff announced Real American Freestyle Wrestling. The AP announced the first event will be held on August 30th in Cleveland, Ohio. According to Hogan, Kennedy Blades will be the face of the women’s division. Zahid Valencia and Ben Askren have agreed to participate on the men’s side. Hogan said Wyatt Hendrickson and Ga...2025
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• Jake Paul Has No Doubt Who Hit Him Harder Between Mike Tyson And Tommy Fury: “That Hurt”

has faced both and in his fledgling boxing campaign, as well as a number of former UFC stars. The 27-year-old made a brash entry into the sport and has become one of the most controversial stars in recent years. Having built up some experience facing and beating MMA fighters like Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley, […]...2025
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• Paulie Malignaggi Is Certain Who Wins Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor As Fight Nears: “He’ll KO Him”

has been linked with a sensational clash with UFC legend . The 27-year-old’s most recent ring appearance came in November when he outpointed heavyweight icon Mike Tyson over eight rounds at the AT&T Stadium in Texas. Paul is no stranger to locking horns with MMA fighters, having already faced Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva […]...2024
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• Top Boxers Caught Using PEDs: Ryan Garcia, Canelo, Fury, and More

As strength training and the use of substances to help fighters prepare became more prevalent from the 1980s on, so too became boxers who began to be caught using Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs), such as Ibutamoren MK677. Boxers Caught Using PEDs: A Look at Notable Cases Ryan Garcia 2024 Garcia scored the most impressive victory of his career in April defeating Devin Haney in a New York pay-per...2024
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• BEST WRESTLING FINISHERS
Wrestling finishers are the moves that wrestlers use to pin their opponent and win the match. These moves require a combination of strength, speed, and technique to execute effectively. In this article, we will explore some of the best wrestling finishers, as well as other important techniques and positions in wrestling. What this article covers: Best Wrestling Finishers Wrestling Pins Wrestling ...2023
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"Former Olympian, NCAA champion, and MMA professional Ben Askren and two-time NCAA champ Zahid Valencia anchor the men’s division, while Olympic silver medalist Kennedy Blades is the face of the women’s division."

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"And he showed respect for Woodley, Silva, and Diaz in different ways; on paper, Woodley had the power to hurt him, Silva had better boxing skills than anyone else he’d faced, and Diaz is just a proper tough man, someone who wasn’t going to go away as easily as Ben Askren or former NBA player Nate Robinson."

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"KSI has become the clear star of the true “crossover/influencer” boxing sphere, as Jake Paul has sort of evolved beyond that; like, not totally, but KSI doesn’t fight people as good as Ben Askren, let alone Tommy Fury — though there have been talks there — and KSI’s fights are not actually sanctioned."

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" UFC 235: Ben Askren finally gets his chance to back up his words and reputation vs. Robbie Lawler "

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" Report: UFC, ONE Championship considering trade involving Demetrious Johnson and Ben Askren "

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• Defending The High Level Single Leg With Ben Askren

Ben Askren, born on July 18, 1984, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is a retired American mixed martial artist and former amateur wrestler. Askren gained prominence for his exceptional wrestling skills, and his achievements on the mat laid the foundation for a successful career in both collegiate wrestling and later mixed martial arts. Ben Askren's journey in wrestling began at the University of Missouri, w...2024
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• LEG SLAP IN WRESTLING
In the world of professional wrestling, the leg slap is a technique used to enhance the impact of moves and engage the audience. This article aims to shed light on what a leg slap is in wrestling, while also exploring leg wrestling moves, wrestling leg rides, leg drops, and effective defensive strategies against the leg ride. What this article covers: Leg Slap in Wrestling Leg Wrestling Moves Wr...2023
• Facts, Trends, and Numbers from the 2023 NCAA Championships (post-Tournament)
2023 NCAA Champion Andrew Alirez (Photo/Sam Janicki; SJanickiPhoto.com) The NCAA Tournament has come and gone, along with the 2022-23 season. With a boatload of results, 80 All-Americans and ten national champions there are plenty of opportunities for me to have fun. And by fun, I mean looking for new facts, trends, and numbers to talk about from the tournament. Here's the pre-tournament version ...2023
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• UFC 235 results: Ben Askren successful in debut with controversial submission win over Robbie Lawler
Askren rallied in his Octagon debut from an early beating for the victory...2019

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• Ben Askren's Defensive Mastery: Countering the Single Leg Takedown
Ben Askren, renowned for his exceptional wrestling skills, showcased not only an offensive arsenal but also a formidable defense that became a hallmark of his illustrious career. Among the many defensive maneuvers in his repertoire, Askren's proficiency in countering the single leg takedown stood out as a testament to his technical prowess and strategic acumen. Sprawling with Precision Askren's d...2024
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• Top 5 Jake Paul Quotes That Highlight His Legacy

Like him or loathe him, Jake Paul has entertained us inside and outside of the ring during his short but eventful boxing career. The Problem Child has used his social media presence to impressively catapult himself into memorable clashes against mostly ex-UFC stars. He’s shown during his knockouts of Tyron Woodley, Ben Askren and Nate Robinson that he possesses knockout power. Paul’s o...2023
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• BRAIN BUSTER WRESTLING MOVE
In the world of professional wrestling, the artistry of executing captivating moves is a cornerstone of the sport. Among the many thrilling maneuvers, the brain buster stands out as a move that combines precision, calculated risk, and the ability to captivate audiences. Let's delve into the intricacies of the brain buster while exploring other notable wrestling throws, including the suplex, UFO, p...2023

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• Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson expectations should be kept low

Photo by Ed Mulholland/Getty Images Social media celebrity Jake Paul will return to the boxing ring on Friday night to face 58-year-old legend Mike Tyson, a curious event that has plenty of people curious as what it might wind up being once the bell rings. For those who have no interest in Paul – which includes the vast majority of those who saw Tyson fight in his long-ago prime – the best...2024
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• KSI and Logan Paul to fight separate bouts on October crossover card
KSI and Logan Paul will fight in October, but not against one another KSI and Logan Paul will both return in October, but not against one another. KSI and Logan Paul will both be back in a boxing ring in October, but not against one another. The former rivals turned business partners will be a double main event for a DAZN pay-per-view crossover boxing show on Oct. 14 from AO Arena in Manch...2023
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• Real American Freestyle To Hold First Event On August 30
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• Paulie Malignaggi Is Certain Who Wins Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor As Fight Nears: “He’ll KO Him”
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• Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: How Sensational Clash Came About

Some people love it. Some people hate it because they feel it damages the purity of boxing. Some people are merely curious, but celebrity boxing matches could become the future. The sport is as much about entertainment as it is about elite fighters, which is why the trend of celebrities stepping through the ring ropes and facing pro fighters has become so popular in recent times. Fans are engagin...2024
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• Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz: Fight Preview and Predictions

Jake Paul returns to the ring on August 5, where he will take on ex-UFC star Nate Diaz. The fight will take place at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. This long-simmering rivalry will finally conclude this coming Saturday. Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz – Fight Preview History of Both Fighters “The Problem Child” will be eager to get back to winning ways following his only ...2023
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• What is Peaking?
Princeton Associate Head Coach Joe Dubuque (Photo courtesy of Tony DiMarco) Peaking is a word used in every sport, typically to describe training leading up to the biggest event of the year and an athlete's ability to compete at their highest level during that time. For wrestling, it is seen during the national championships, which are happening this week. While many fans may have an idea of what ...2023