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On YouTubeMMA News / Athlon Sports / April 24
UFC Heavyweight Balloons to a Massive Weight—Why a Return Could be in Question
Competing at the highest level of mixed martial arts isn’t just about fighting—it’s about discipline, routine, and year-round readiness. For UFC heavyweights, staying within the 265-pound limit while maintaining strength and cardio requires constant commitment.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 24
‘Cut him’… Tai Tuivasa slammed by fans as he reveals current weight ahead of UFC comeback
Tai Tuivasa is facing backlash after revealing his plan to return to the UFC in 2026. The former heavyweight contender is usually a fan favorite due to
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 21
After a fifth straight loss at UFC 305, what’s next for Tai Tuivasa?
This past Saturday on the main card of UFC 305, we saw a fun heavyweight matchup between two of the more entertaining heavyweights in the top fifteen. Strikers went to war as Jairzinho Rozenstruik (15-5) took on Tai Tuivasa (14-8).
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 20
Howie Booth’s Poor Scorecard at UFC 305 Raises Questions About Judging
When the 15 minutes between Tai Tuivasa and Jairzinho Rozenstruik ended, everyone watching knew the result. There was no real reason to look at the judges’ scorecards.
MMA News / Yardbarker / August 18
Howie Booth submitted arguably the worst scorecard in UFC history
One judge left fighters and fans alike stunned by his scoring of one of the evening's matchups.
MMA News / Wrestling on SI / August 17
One Lock for UFC 305
Tai Tuivasa enters UFC 305 in desperate need of a win. Riding a four-fight losing streak, Tuivasa (14-7) now operates far outside the title picture–and his future with the UFC is in more jeopardy as the losses accumulate.
UFC 305 Storylines: Real African Champ, Tuivasa Losing Streak & More
UFC 305 Perth is an event fueled by animosity. The main event, in particular, is a heated middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya, who have made their racial heritage a point of contention in the buildup to the fight.
MMA News / Yardbarker / August 16
These two fighters verbally agree to 'stand until someone falls' at UFC 305
Heavyweights Tai Tuivasa and Jairzinho Rozenstruik are looking to give the people what they want at UFC 305.
MMA News / Total Apex Sports / August 9
UFC Vegas 95: Marcin Tybura vs. Serghei Spivac 2 Fight Preview
UFC Las Vegas 95 will occur on Saturday, August 10th, with eight-ranked Marcin Tybura and ninth-ranked Serghei Spivac facing off at the UFC’s APEX arena.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 6
UFC Fight Night preview: Rematch between top 10 heavyweights will highlight Apex card
There is a simple formula for standing out in the UFC’s heavyweight division right now. Don’t be boring. If you can finish fights, there are real opportunities to climb the ladder quickly.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 23
UFC 305 adding Tai Tuivasa – Jairzinho Rozenstruik
The UFC returns to Perth, Australia on August 17th and the card is starting to fill out. In the last week we learned of the main event which is middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis taking on Israel Adesanya.
UFC 305: Tai Tuivasa Reveals Next Fight for Australian UFC PPV
Tai Tuivasa will be fighting Jairzinho Rozenstruik at UFC 305 in Perth, Australia, on August 17. UFC 303 News: Sizzle Promo Featuring Alex Pereira, Jiří Procházka Unveiled Tuivasa confirmed the matchup during a cameo in Alex Pereira's latest vlog on his YouTube channel.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 8
Watch: Light heavyweight superstar Alex Pereira is going VIRAL for sparring heavyweight Tai Tuivasa
Tai Tuivasa is the #11 ranking heavyweight in the UFC. He was recently caught sparring with light-heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The video is currently making its way across the internet and has raised many questions in the minds of ‘Poatan’ fans.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 18, 2024
After suffering fourth straight loss at UFC Vegas 88, what’s next for Tai Tuivasa?
This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC Vegas 88, we saw a heavyweight battle. The popular Tai Tuivasa (15-7) was looking to get back in the win column as he was taking on top ten contender Marcin Tybura (25-8).
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 18, 2024
UFC Vegas 88: What’s next for Tai Tuivasa after suffering his fourth consecutive defeat?
In a shocking upset, surging fan-favorite Tai Tuivasa suffered a major setback at UFC Vegas 88, succumbing to a first-round rear-naked choke at the hands of veteran Marcin Tybura.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / March 18, 2024
Tai Tuivasa’s Time at the Top is Likely Over
Marcin Tybura had to reach up to his forehand and smear the blood to prevent it from running down into his eyes. But aside from a slicing elbow early in the fight, Tybura didn’t need to sweat much against Tai Tuivasa.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 16, 2024
UFC Vegas 88: Social Media erupts after Marcin Tybura choked out Tai Tuivasa
UFC Vegas 88 main event lived up to the hype, but perhaps not in the way many expected. In a stunning turn of events, Marcin Tybura defeated the heavy-hitting Tai Tuivasa via first-round submission, sending shockwaves through the MMA community.
MMA News / Action Network / March 15, 2024
UFC Vegas 88 odds, picks, projections: There's value up and down the card
Action Network's experts have the latest UFC Vegas 88 odds with best bets and predictions for Saturday's ESPN+ card.
MMA News / Wrestling on SI / March 15, 2024
Tai Tuivasa Sees Future in WWE
The MMA Notebook runs every Friday. Tai Tuivasa has an idea in mind for his post-MMA career: wrestling in WWE. One of the UFC’s most popular fighters, Tuivasa has given a global stage to a “Shoey”–which is drinking beer out of a shoe.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / March 12, 2024
Backing Tuivasa as Slight Favorite a Dangerous Proposition
The lifespan of a UFC heavyweight’s career can end suddenly. Tai Tuivasa enters the danger zone when he takes on Martin Tybura in the main event of a fight night card on Saturday in Las Vegas.
Tai Tuivasa Looks to Snap 3 Fight Losing Skid
Australia’s own, Bam Bam, Tai Tuivasa will headline his third UFC fight night on March 16th as he takes on Marcin Tybura in a pivotal fight in his career.
UFC 298 News: Tai Tuivasa Returns for Heavyweight Showdown
Fan favorite UFC slugger Tai Tuivasa will fight Marcin Tybura at UFC 298 on February 17. Set to take place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, UFC 298 is headlined by a featherweight title fight between champion Alexander Volkanovski and unbeaten challenger Ilia Topuria.
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