Craig Pekios
Craig Pekios is a freelance writer born and raised in Bettendorf, IA. Joining LowKick MMA in May 2022, Craig has more than 2,500 articles published that focus on the world of mixed martial arts and boxing, including news, event previews, results, analysis, and op-eds.
Aside from working with LowKick MMA, Craig has contributed to news outlets Overtime Heroics, Sportskeeda, and MiddleEasy.
UFC Hall of Famer apologizes to Francis Ngannou after offering bad career advice: ‘I want to fumble your bag, too’
Daniel Cormier offered up an apology to former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou after doubting 'The Predator' could bag a massive deal with another...
Fans call for Joe Rogan to be included in EA Sports’ recently-announced UFC 5 video game
After years of keeping combat sports fans waiting, EA Sports finally announced its long-awaited UFC 5 video game.
No official release date has been revealed...
Ex-UFC star says Israel Adesanya is coming for McGregor’s spot as MMA’s top draw: ‘I think it’s fascinating’
Israel Adesanya was the talk of UFC 290 and he didn't have to throw a single punch in the process.
The reigning middleweight champion was...
Joanna Jedrzejczyk backs Ronda Rousey receiving immediate title fight in rumored return: ‘It’s her belt’
Future UFC Hall of Famer Joanna Jedrzejczyk believes women's MMA pioneer Ronda Rousey is more than entitled to walk into a bantamweight title fight...
Chael Sonnen comes to the defense of Dricus Du Plessis after controversial face-off with Israel Adesanya
Former three-time UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen offered his take on the awkward confrontation between middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis at...
Ronda Rousey again tipped as title candidate in UFC return: ‘If anyone deserves to cut the line’
Rumors continue to swirl regarding the possible return of women's MMA pioneer 'Rowdy' Ronda Rousey following Amanda Nunes' retirement from the sport last month....
Jon Anik hopes to see Sean O’Malley roll with Georges St-Pierre at UFC Fight Pass Invitational event this December
Jon Anik believes No. 2 ranked bantamweight contender 'Sugar' Sean O'Malley would make an intriguing opponent for Georges St-Pierre, who will make his triumphant...
Israel Adesanya ‘lost his mind’ during intense staredown with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290
Three-time UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen believes Israel Adesanya lost his mind during a racially-charged face-off with his next opponent, Dricus Du Plessis on...
‘The Axe Murderer’ Wanderlei Silva books boxing debut against Brazilian bodybuilder Felipe Franco
Five years removed from his last fight, combat sports legend Wanderlei Silva will step inside the squared circle for a boxing match with Brazilian...
Daniel Cormier believes Stipe Miocic ‘could be a problem’ for Jon Jones in UFC 295 title fight
Daniel Cormier offered his take on the recently announced heavyweight world title tilt between reigning champion Jon Jones and former two-time titleholder Stipe Miocic.
In...
Former U.S. President Donald Trump makes his presence felt at UFC 290 in Las Vegas
Embattled former U.S. President Donald Trump shocked fans and fighters inside the T-Mobile Arena with his surprise appearance at UFC 290 on Saturday night.
Trump...
Dana White defends Adesanya’s repeated use of N-word during Dricus Du Plessis face-off: ‘Who gives a sh*t?’
Dana White didn't see anything wrong with Israel Adesanya's racially-charged rant during his face-to-face with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290.
Du Plessis scored...
Israel Adesanya engages in racially-charged standoff with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290
Dricus Du Plessis has punched his ticket for a middleweight world title fight with reigning champion Israel Adesanya.
'Stillknocks' shocked fans inside T-Mobile Arena...
Conor McGregor still plotting December return to the Octagon, plans to ‘torture’ Michael Chandler
Conor McGregor has once again suggested that a late 2023 return to the Octagon is still on the docket.
Fans have been clamoring for the...
UFC heavyweight champ Jon Jones wins ESPY award for 2023 Fighter of the Year
Reigning UFC heavyweight world champion Jon Jones won the ESPY Awards' 2023 Fighter of the Year honors.
As announced by play-by-play man Jon Anik...
Alexandre Pantoja outlasts Brandon Moreno in instant classic to capture flyweight title – UFC 290 Highlights
Alexandre Pantoja climbed to the top of the mountain at UFC 290, outlasting Brandon Moreno in a five-round war to capture the UFC flyweight...
