Welcome to Midnight Mania!
Let’s start the night off by taking a look back over the three biggest stories of Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Insomnia
… can I get a U-S-A in the comments?!?
We’re being a little loose with the definition of “squatting” here, but that’s definitely a lot of weight!
One would hope the UFC’s winningest Lightweight ever 18-year promotional veteran Jim Miller wouldn’t have to worry too much about medical bills, but that’s the fighting and healthcare industries in a nutshell.
Cover your eyes! UFC veteran Alexander Gustafsson — who ended his career on a four-fight losing streak — is rumored to be making a return at 39 years of age in OKTAGON.
This might be the most unintentionally hilarious clip in MMA history. Editing perfection!
Carlos Prates is living his best life after a masterclass win over Jack Della Maddalena.
There’s only one Justin Gaethje …
Slips, rips, and KO clips
ICYMI: The referee let a fighter pay for his antics in Korea.
Blue shorts missed so badly he ended up at a nearly perpendicular angle to his opponent before eating this right hand.
Folding the arm behind the back has gained popularity in jiu-jitsu in recent years … but not like this!
Random Land
This weekend was the end of an era, twice over. I know somebody reading this has a great Spirit Airlines story?
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Sleep well Maniacs! More martial arts madness is always on the way.
