The Fight Doctor Brief

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Recent Editions

Sep 21, 2026

Rakhmonov's Compromised Knee & The Devastating Oblique Kick

After a chaotic weekend in combat sports, we are diving straight into the biomechanics of the week's most brutal medical updates. From the startling revelations about Shavkat Rakhmonov's knee to the devastating structural fallout of Michael Page's oblique kick, we are focusing on the major structural damage athletes sustain inside the cage and during grueling training camps.

Sep 20, 2026

Heavyweight Knee Failure & UFC Shanghai Knockouts

After a chaotic weekend in combat sports, we are diving straight into the biomechanics of the week's most brutal injuries. From a massive heavyweight upset in London to jaw-dropping knockouts at UFC Shanghai, we are breaking down why extreme fatigue leads to structural failure and examining the severe neurological trauma of walk-off strikes.

Sep 6, 2026

Biomechanics of a Bicep Snap & UFC Sacramento Carnage

After a chaotic weekend in combat sports, we are diving straight into the biomechanics of the week's most brutal injuries. From the influencer boxing ring to UFC Sacramento, we are breaking down why massive gym strength doesn't always translate to tendon resilience, and examining the severe medical fallout from the octagon.

Aug 30, 2026

The Anatomy of a Rabbit Punch & UFC 330 Trauma

This week, the combat sports world mourns a profound loss. We are stepping away from the highlight reels to discuss the tragic passing of Prichard Colon at the age of 33, exploring the exact medical mechanics of the injury during his fight against Terrel Williams that forever changed boxing.

Aug 23, 2026

UFC Debut Scratched, Repeat Achilles Tears & Ringside Doctor Autonomy

Welcome to the latest edition of the Fight Doctor Brief! 🥊We are back in the clinic, stepping away from the rumor mill to break down the clinical reality behind the biggest, and sometimes scariest, moments in sports.

Aug 19, 2026

Conor’s MRI Breakdown & The Trauma Science of Fight Night

Welcome to the inaugural edition of The Fight Doctor Brief! 🥊This is where we break down the clinical reality behind the biggest — and sometimes scariest — moments in sports, with a focus on combat. No rumour mill. No hot takes. Just the medical tent.