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Interviews, previews and updates from MMA media in this country.
Browse interviews, previews and association updates from partner media covering Ireland MMA.
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16 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAATeam ireland training session ahead of their @immaaonline fights this week . Tune in to immaf.tv to watch all their fights . Tournament kicks off tomorrow 7am i
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Team ireland training session ahead of their @immaaonline fights this week . Tune in to immaf.tv to watch all their fights . Tournament kicks off tomorrow 7am irish time . Let’s go team ireland 🇮🇪
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16 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe Celebration Begins: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships Opening Ceremony. 🇮🇪 The Celebration Begins: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships Opening Ceremony. 🇮🇪 The wait is finally over. Tomorrow, August 17th, we officially kick off the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships with a spectacular Opening Ceremony at the Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. This is a…
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16 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAATouchdown in Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪🥊 Touchdown in Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪🥊 The squad has arrived safely and is settling in ahead of a massive week of competition. Swipe to see some snaps from the journey. Let the work begin. #IMMAA #TeamIreland #IrishMMA #AbuDhabi2026 #IMMAF
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15 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe fighting Irish have landed in Abu Dhabi! 🇮🇪 transcript
The fighting Irish have landed in Abu Dhabi! 🇮🇪 #2026YouthWorlds | Watch LIVE on IMMAF.tv 📺
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15 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAJust 2 Days to Go: The Countdown is Almost Over 🇮🇪 Just 2 Days to Go: The Countdown is Almost Over 🇮🇪 We are now just 48 hours away from the official start of the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. The excitement is building as our young athletes prepare to step onto the world stage and represent Ireland with…
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14 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAA3 Days To Go: The Stage is Set in Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪 3 Days To Go: The Stage is Set in Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪 The final countdown is on! In just 3 days, the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships officially begin in Abu Dhabi. To keep our supporters up to date, here is the full event schedule for the week ahead: The Schedule: • Sunday 16…
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12 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe Final Countdown: 5 Days to Abu Dhabi. 🇮🇪 The Final Countdown: 5 Days to Abu Dhabi. 🇮🇪 We are just five days away from the start of the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships. The months of training, the early morning sessions, and the unwavering dedication of our athletes have all led to this moment. Team Ireland is…
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12 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAFrom the North to the World Stage 🇮🇪🥊 From the North to the World Stage 🇮🇪🥊 A massive shoutout to Ryan and Oliver, officially part of the Team Ireland squad heading to Abu Dhabi. Their dedication is an inspiration, proving that we are always stronger together. Show your support for Ryan, Oliver, and the full squad…
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8 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe Journey Continues: Two More for Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪 The Journey Continues: Two More for Abu Dhabi 🇮🇪 We are proud to introduce two more dedicated athletes representing Team Ireland at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships. Their hard work on the mats has earned them a place among the world's elite. #IrishMMA #AbuDhabi2026…
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7 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAOne Team. One Dream 🇮🇪 One Team. One Dream 🇮🇪 Introducing the athletes of Team Ireland Youth. From clubs across the country, they have come together with one goal: to represent Ireland with pride and excellence at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships. Abu Dhabi, we are ready 🥊 Team Ireland gear…
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6 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAMeet the Next Generation of Team Ireland 🇮🇪 Meet the Next Generation of Team Ireland 🇮🇪 We are incredibly proud to introduce the young athletes representing Ireland at the upcoming IMMAF Youth World Championships. Each of these posters represents an athlete who has dedicated themselves to the grind, earned their place on…
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5 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAScully goes pro! 🤩 Scully goes pro! 🤩 Two-time IMMAF World Champion Amy Scully 🇮🇪 is set to make her professional debut at EFC 10: Judgement Day. Best of luck, Amy! 🤝 #AlumniWatch
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2 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAAA huge thank you to our incredible sponsor @rdx_sports for supplying our new training equipment and Team Tracksuits 🇮🇪 A huge thank you to our incredible sponsor @rdx_sports for supplying our new training equipment and Team Tracksuits 🇮🇪 We are proud to have you as part of Team Ireland. Your generosity and commitment to the growth of MMA in our Country is truly appreciated💚 Thank you for…
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2 Aug 2026 association Official post IMMAA15 Days Left: The Countdown Continues 🇮🇪 15 Days Left: The Countdown Continues 🇮🇪 Just 15 days until our Team Ireland youth athletes take to the world stage at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. The preparation has been relentless. The sacrifices have been made. Now it is time to sharpen the final…
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29 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAYouth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only Youth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only A reminder for all our Team Ireland youth athletes that we have a squad session this Sunday, August 2nd. With the IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi now just weeks away, these final sessions are crucial. This is your time to…
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28 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAYOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS Image 1 text: YOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS magn ants abu dhabi UAEMMAE 2026 IMMAF HOMIE "TEAM IMMAF&)
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27 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAADylan Wheatley 🇮🇪 pulled off one of the slickest submissions at the 2026 IMMAF European Championships. 🤯 transcript
Dylan Wheatley 🇮🇪 pulled off one of the slickest submissions at the 2026 IMMAF European Championships. 🤯 Can he deliver another statement performance at the #2026YouthWorlds? 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, UAE | 16–23 August | 📺 IMMAF.tv
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23 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAA@immaaonline squad training Junior/Senior 18+ @immaaonline squad training Junior/Senior 18+ August 2nd from 3- 4:30 at @sbgireland Come train and earn your place to represent Ireland🇮🇪 at the @immafed world championships in Georgia 🇬🇪
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15 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAYouth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only 🇮🇪 Youth Squad Session: Team Ireland Only 🇮🇪 A reminder for all our Team Ireland youth athletes that we have a squad session this Sunday, July 19th. With the IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi just weeks away, every session counts. This is your chance to sharpen your…
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13 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAA35 Days Left: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 35 Days Left: 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 The countdown is on. Just 35 days until our Team Ireland youth athletes step onto the world stage at the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi. Dates: August 17th to 23rd Location: Abu Dhabi Our athletes have…
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3 Jul 2026 promo Official post Elite Fighting Championship🥼🧪 EFC 9: BREAKING BAD 🧪 🥼 🥼🧪 EFC 9: BREAKING BAD 🧪 🥼 🏆 TWO MASSIVE TITLE FIGHTS. TWO BELTS. ONE UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT. 🏆 EFC WELTERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP Champion @rebreanu_nick returns to defend the EFC Welterweight Title against one of the division’s fastest rising stars. Nick has proven himself time and…
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3 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAOne opening is all she needs! ⚡️ transcript
One opening is all she needs! ⚡️ 2025 IMMAF Youth World Champion Freya Marsh 🇮🇪 is ready for her next challenge at the #2026YouthWorlds. 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi, UAE | 16–23 August
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2 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAIn just over 6 weeks @kayla.murt will fly to Abu Dhabi to represent ireland 🇮🇪 in the upcoming @immafed World Championships 🌍 transcript
In just over 6 weeks @kayla.murt will fly to Abu Dhabi to represent ireland 🇮🇪 in the upcoming @immafed World Championships 🌍 As MMA is not yet a state funding sport all costs of flights , accommodation , registration and medicals fall on the athlete’s to self fund . Because of…
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1 Jul 2026 association Official post IMMAAThey Started Where You Are Now 🇮🇪 transcript
They Started Where You Are Now 🇮🇪 Every Team Ireland athlete who has stood on the world stage once took their first step by joining IMMAA and believing in the pathway. From national training sessions to European Championships and World Championships, our athletes have proven…
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28 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAEyes on Abu Dhabi: Youth Team Ireland in Preparation 🇮🇪 Eyes on Abu Dhabi: Youth Team Ireland in Preparation 🇮🇪 Our Youth Team Ireland athletes were back on the mats today with one clear focus: the IMMAF World Championship in Abu Dhabi. The countdown is on and the preparation is in full swing. Every drill, every round, and every…
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24 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪 From Amateur to World Champion: Danni McCormack 🇮🇪 From Amateur to World Champion: Danni McCormack Danni McCormack started MMA at 25 years old. After just one year, she joined SBG Ireland in January 2016 and competed in her first MMA fight at the IMMAF Europeans in November 2016. After a busy start to 2017, Danni competed at…
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23 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND – THE SEARCH CONTINUES 🇮🇪 transcript
🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND – THE SEARCH CONTINUES 🇮🇪 Do you dream of representing Ireland on the international MMA stage? Join the IMMAA Team Ireland Head Coaches Liam Og and Kevin as the Junior & Senior Development Squad goes on tour in search of the next generation of Irish MMA talent…
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17 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAIMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT transcript
IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT 🔥SBG Cork Developing Champions in Fighting & In Life This week we're proud to shine a spotlight on one of Ireland's most successful and respected martial arts academies — SBG Cork. Founded by Head Coach Liam Og Griffin and co-owner Marlene brother & sister…
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17 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe pathway on display 📈 The pathway on display 📈 IMMAF alumni George Staines 🏴 and Conor McCarthy 🇮🇪 face off at #CW207 this weekend! ⚔️ #AlumniWatch
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16 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪 The latest IMMAF Referee & Judges Course took place in Dublin, as the development of world-class MMA officiating continues across the globe. 🇮🇪 The latest IMMAF Referee & Judges Course took place in Dublin, as the development of world-class MMA officiating continues across the globe. IMMAF official & tutor Stéphane Demonty stated: “I really have no words to express how grateful I am to have the opportunity to share…
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15 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪👊 Another Incredible IMMAF Referee & Judge Course Completed 👊🇮🇪 transcript
🇮🇪👊 Another Incredible IMMAF Referee & Judge Course Completed 👊🇮🇪 What a fantastic weekend of learning, development and collaboration as IMMAA welcomed IMMAF Official Stephane Demonty to Ireland to deliver another outstanding IMMAF Referee & Judge Course. A huge thank you to…
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14 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAReferee & Judge Course Day 1 Recap Referee & Judge Course Day 1 Recap Title: Successful Day One: IMMAF Referee & Judge Course We are delighted to report that the first day of our IMMAF Referee & Judge Course was a resounding success. A massive thank you to Stephane Demonty for joining us and sharing his…
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12 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe Countdown is On: 1 Day To Go! The Countdown is On: 1 Day To Go! We are just 24 hours away from our Referee & Judge Course. This is your final chance to step up and be part of the action from a whole new perspective. Whether you are looking to deepen your technical knowledge, develop your professional…
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11 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA👊🇮🇪 IMMAF REFEREE & JUDGE COURSE – THIS WEEKEND 🇮🇪👊 👊🇮🇪 IMMAF REFEREE & JUDGE COURSE – THIS WEEKEND 🇮🇪👊 This course is an incredible opportunity for coaches, athletes and anyone interested in learning more about IMMAF rules, scoring and officiating. Whether you want to: ✅ Improve your understanding of Fight IQ ✅ Better prepare…
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11 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAThe IMMAF Referee & Judge Programme continues to develop officials across the globe, helping raise standards and shape the future of amateur MMA. The IMMAF Referee & Judge Programme continues to develop officials across the globe, helping raise standards and shape the future of amateur MMA. Now it's Ireland's turn. Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, club official, or someone passionate about the sport, this course…
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7 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAAFROM TOKYO TO BELGIUM... NOW IRELAND 🇮🇪 FROM TOKYO TO BELGIUM... NOW IRELAND 🇮🇪 The IMMAF Officials Programme continues to grow across the world, helping to develop highly trained referees and judges who play a vital role in the future of amateur MMA. Now it's Ireland's turn. Whether you're a: ○Coach ○Athlete ○Parent…
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5 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 As part of our Road to Georgia campaign, we're proud to shine a spotlight on one of Team Ireland's standout athletes, Aidan Fegan of SBG Ireland HQ Training: 10.5 Years 🇮🇪 Team Ireland Representative 🥈IMMAF European Championships Medalist…
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4 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA**BENEFITS OF JOINING IMMAA** **BENEFITS OF JOINING IMMAA** Why Garda Vetting Matters in Martial Arts Every parent deserves peace of mind when they walk their child into a martial arts club. Every coach deserves the trust of the families they work with. That's why Garda Vetting is an essential part of…
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3 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA💡The Future of MMA Officiating Starts Here. 💡The Future of MMA Officiating Starts Here. We're getting excited for the upcoming IMMAF Referee & Judging Course in Ireland. With Belgium recently completing this fantastic course and continuing to develop its officials and standards, it's now Ireland's turn to take the next…
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3 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇬🇪🔥 OFFICIAL: The Road to Georgia is Set! 🔥🇮🇪 🇬🇪🔥 OFFICIAL: The Road to Georgia is Set! 🔥🇮🇪 The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 IMMAF World Championships will officially take place in the historic city of Tbilisi, Georgia! 🗓️ Save the Dates: 1-7 November This is the moment our athletes have been…
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2 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 🇮🇪 TEAM IRELAND ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT 🇮🇪 "Once Team Ireland. Always Team Ireland " As part of our Road to Georgia campaign, we're catching up with former Team Ireland athletes to hear what representing Ireland on the IMMAF stage meant to them. This week we feature Alexander…
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2 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA✨️IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT✨️ transcript
✨️IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT✨️ This week we are proud to feature Relentless Martial Arts from Mullingar. 📌 Mullingar 🖇 Established: 2016 🥋 Head Coaches: Alan & Danni McCormack Relentless Martial Arts offers: ✔️ MMA ✔️ BJJ ✔️ Wrestling ✔️ Muaythai ✔️ Strength Training What makes…
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1 Jun 2026 association Official post IMMAA🔉 COACHES — THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU TOO 🔉 🔉 COACHES — THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU TOO 🔉 When we talk about developing better athletes… we also need to develop better understanding. The IMMAF Referees & Judges Course isn’t just for officials it is an incredible learning opportunity for coaches who want to give their athletes…
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29 May 2026 association Official post IMMAA🔉 IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT🔉 transcript
🔉 IMMAA CLUB SPOTLIGHT🔉 This week we are proud to shine a light on Team Evolve / Ryano Derry 🇮🇪🥋 📌 Unit 6, Orchard Business Park, Pennyburn Industrial Estate, Derry Established: 2007 MMA | BJJ | Wrestling | Striking | Strength Training. At Team Evolve / Ryano Derry, martial…
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10 May 2026 preview Preview Belfast Junior MMA LeagueThe level of matchups coming to the next Belfast Junior MMA League event is something special. The level of matchups coming to the next Belfast Junior MMA League event is something special. We’re now seeing: 🥇 GAMMA European Gold Medalists 🌍 IMMAF European & World Medalists 🏆 Athletes ranked #1 in Europe 📈 Young fighters with massive experience already built at…
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8 May 2026 promo Mentioned Dave Farrell MMAAaron McCormack is an Irish amateur mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. transcript
Aaron McCormack is an Irish amateur mixed martial artist who competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. Representing the SBG Clonmel gym, he has become a known figure in the regional Irish MMA circuit through appearances in promotions like IÚR Fighting…
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7 May 2026 other Mentioned Dave Farrell MMAAJ Whitehouse is a rising Irish bantamweight mixed martial artist training out of the prestigious SBG Cork under the guidance of head coach Liam-Og Griffin. transcript
AJ Whitehouse is a rising Irish bantamweight mixed martial artist training out of the prestigious SBG Cork under the guidance of head coach Liam-Og Griffin. Hailing from the Knocknaheeny area of Cork, Whitehouse is looking to established himself as one of the most promising…
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7 May 2026 other Mentioned Dave Farrell MMAAbdul-Malik Zubayraev is a rising amateur mixed martial artist representing SBG Ireland. transcript
Abdul-Malik Zubayraev is a rising amateur mixed martial artist representing SBG Ireland. Originally from Russia, he currently fights out of Dublin, where he has established himself as a prominent prospect in the European amateur circuit, particularly within the Middleweight and…
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6 May 2026 other Mentioned Dave Farrell MMAPaul Keane is an amateur MMA fighter from Ireland who currently competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. transcript
Paul Keane is an amateur MMA fighter from Ireland who currently competes in the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. He fights out of Conriocht MMA (formerly associated with K-FIT Fitness Dojo) and is a frequent competitor on the Irish and UK regional circuits. Keane…
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6 May 2026 results Results Dave Farrell MMAKevin Walsh is an Irish amateur MMA fighter from Clonmel, Tipperary, who competes in the flyweight division. transcript
Kevin Walsh is an Irish amateur MMA fighter from Clonmel, Tipperary, who competes in the flyweight division. He is currently ranked as a top flyweight in the European Balkans and the UK & Ireland regions. Walsh trains out of SBG Clonmel under head coach Colin Meagher. He is…