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What Pushed Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson to Transform Into Mark Kerr for ‘The Smashing Machine’

The Rock packed on the pounds to portray college wrestler turned MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the deeply personal film he says “turned into more than a movie.”

Sports Illustrated · Oct 1, 2025

The Rock's Biggest Gamble Yet: 'The Smashing Machine' Could Finally Bring Dwayne Johnson His First Oscar

Dwayne Johnson transforms into MMA legend Mark Kerr in 'The Smashing Machine', a gritty biopic generating Oscar buzz. Could this be The Rock's first Academy Award?

International Business Times UK · Sep 30, 2025

Paul Hughes: ‘I’m carrying the torch for Irish MMA – and a Nurmagomedov is trying to take away my dreams’

INTERVIEW: Hughes, one of MMA’s hottest properties, speaks to Will Castle about what it means to fly the Irish flag ahead of the biggest rematch in the sport – and why his rivalry with Usman Nurmagomedov has nothing to do with Khabib vs McGregor

The Independent UK · Sep 30, 2025

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Oleksandr Usyk could be serious about MMA fight with Jake Paul

After Jake Paul said he wanted to fight Oleksandr Usyk, the undisputed heavyweight champion has suggested he might be serious about battling The Problem Child in an MMA match.

BANG Premier · Sep 29, 2025

Wanderlei Silva in Shocking Brawl With Popo: MMA Legend Left Out Cold After Chaos in the Ring

Wanderlei Silva vs Popó descended into a shocking brawl in São Paulo, with the UFC Hall of Famer disqualified before being knocked out cold.

International Business Times UK · Sep 28, 2025

The incredible truth behind Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's new role: The real story behind The Smashing Machine

The man behind Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt’s telling of the rise, fall and redemption of MMA pioneer Mark Kerr .

Evening Standard · Sep 26, 2025

Welsh UFC star Oban Elliott to channel Hulk Hogan as he plays the villain in Perth

Exclusive interview: Elliott reveals how he will look to handle the hostile Aussie crowd as he returns to UFC action this weekend

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2025

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Dwayne Johnson faces his fears in 'The Smashing Machine'

Dwayne Johnson faces his fears in “The Smashing Machine,” a drama about MMA fighter Mark Kerr

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025

Dwayne Johnson dove deep for ‘The Smashing Machine,' with a little push from friends

Dwayne Johnson faces his fears in “The Smashing Machine,” a drama about MMA fighter Mark Kerr

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025

Shakespeare, vampires and MMA: where does this year’s Oscar race stand?

As the fall festivals come to a close, the awards season is slowly taking shape but without a substantial amount of sure things, questions remain

The Guardian - US · Sep 19, 2025

‘Jaws Dropped’: The Smashing Machine’s Emily Blunt Recalls Dwayne Johnson’s Wild Physical Transformation

I can't wait to see this movie.

Cinemablend · Sep 16, 2025

Terence Crawford brutally responds to Ilia Topuria callout

Boxing’s pound-for-pound champion Crawford had no truck for UFC star Topuria’s claims

The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2025

Donald Trump Jr. Just Supercharged This Penny Stock. Should You Buy Shares Here?

Mixed Martial Arts is a penny stock that has gained momentum this week following the announcement that Donald Trump Jr. has joined as a strategic advisor. Is MMA stock a good buy right now?

Barchart · Sep 12, 2025

Best Bitcoin Betting Sites - Top 10 Crypto Sportsbooks Ranked by Experts

Explore and discover the best Bitcoin betting sites. With our guide, you will be able to enhance your gambling experience at the best Bitcoin betting sites!

Latin Times · Sep 10, 2025

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The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2025

Ronda Rousey spurns Trump’s White House UFC event

Retired MMA fighter and UFC champion previously endorsed Democratic socialist Bernie Sanders during the 2016 presidential race

Euronews · Sep 9, 2025

Former martial arts star Conor McGregor unveils business link with Trump Jr as he plots comeback

While McGregor seems intent on reviving his sporting career, he also hasn't given up on his pledge to run for the presidency of Ireland, and has gathered some celebrity endorsements along the way.

Benzinga · Sep 9, 2025

MMA Stock Soars As Donald Trump Jr. Joins As Strategic Advisor

Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited (NYSE:MMA) saw its stock rise on Tuesday, with trading volume soaring to 27.68 million shares—far surpassing the usual 697.91 thousand. The boost came after the company announced the appointment of Donald Trump Jr. as a strategic advisor.

The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2025

YouTube commenter arrested after allegedly posting threat to ‘shoot and skin’ Black preschoolers

Zachary Charles Newell, 25, wrote that he would murder and mutilate 20 young children ‘like the animals they are,’ according to an FBI probable cause affidavit

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The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2025

Hollywood star looks unrecognisable after 60lb weight loss

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The Guardian - UK · Sep 1, 2025

The Smashing Machine review – Dwayne Johnson only possible casting as crisis-riddled UFC champ Mark Kerr

Former pro wrestler Johnson takes on the role of man-mountain Kerr who goes into meltdown when the unthinkable happens – he loses

The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2025

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson shocks fans with slimmed-down physique for serious MMA fighter role

Johnson lost weight to star in A24’s ‘The Smashing Machine’

Radio France Internationale · Aug 31, 2025

'You have to embody the status': Meet Modou Lô, king of Senegal's wrestling scene

For nearly six years, wrestler Modou Lô has reigned as the undisputed “king of the arena” in Senegal – a title that carries more weight than any footballing accolade in the country. Ahead of his blockbuster bout with Sa Thiès in April next year, he talks to RFI about mysticism,…

Cinemablend · Aug 30, 2025

If You Needed Some BTS Pics Of The Rock’s Tree Trunk Legs To Spice Up Your Day, We Got ‘Em

Those legs deserve their own IMAX poster.

BANG Premier · Aug 26, 2025

Dwayne Johnson 'ripped open' past trauma to play Mark Kerr

Wrestler-turned-movie star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson "ripped open" trauma from his past to play troubled MMA star Mark Kerr in new drama The Smashing Machine.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25, 2025

Raja Jackson Rampage: Who Told the MMA Fighter to Get His 'Payback' on Syko Stu in the Ring?

Rampage Jackson's son Raja slammed Syko Stu unconscious on Kick. Who told him to seek 'payback' in the ring remains unclear.

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