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Brian Ortega wanted Diego Lopes fight to be rebooked to “finish” their story: “I don’t want to leave anyone with any doubt”

Finish the story 

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Brian Ortega discusses falling off UFC 303, finishing story with Diego Lopes at UFC 306
Brian Ortega discusses falling off UFC 303, finishing story with Diego Lopes at UFC 306

Brian Ortega | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Brian Ortega is looking forward to finishing his story with Diego Lopes. This Saturday,… 

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Diego Lopes intends to make two trips to the Octagon at UFC 306

Diego’s big plan 

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Posted on September 12, 2024, 2:33 pm By
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Diego Lopes aims to beat Brian Ortega then corner Alexa Grasso at UFC 306: ‘That’s absolutely the plan’

Diego Lopes has a perfect night in mind at UFC 306, and it involves two trips to the octagon. 

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Diego Lopes responds to Ilia Topuria’s title shot callout: “If he’s saying my name…”

Lopes responds 

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Daniel Cormier: Brian Ortega losing to Diego Lopes at UFC 306 would be ‘a bit of a changing of the guard’
Daniel Cormier: Brian Ortega losing to Diego Lopes at UFC 306 would be ‘a bit of a changing of the guard’

Daniel Cormier sees UFC 306 as a must-win for Brian Ortega if he wants to remain in title contention. 

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Posted on September 10, 2024, 8:20 pm By
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Diego Lopes plans to win quick at UFC 306, then corner Alexa Grasso on same night
Diego Lopes plans to win quick at UFC 306, then corner Alexa Grasso on same night

Diego Lopes was in Alexa Grasso’s corner at the first Noche UFC | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes expects to… 

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Posted on August 31, 2024, 3:00 pm By
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Ilia Topuria predicts potential title collision against top contender Diego Lopes

What a fight 

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Posted on August 27, 2024, 7:20 am By
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Ilia Topuria sees Diego Lopes as strong candidate for UFC title shot if he beats Brian Ortega

Ilia Topuria revealed he loves “the attitude that Diego Lopes brings,” and thinks a UFC title fight between them could happen soon. 

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Diego Lopes confident Brian Ortega makes weight for UFC 306, title shot ‘won’t be that far’ with win
Diego Lopes confident Brian Ortega makes weight for UFC 306, title shot ‘won’t be that far’ with win

Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes expects Brian Ortega to make it to the octagon… 

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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes rebooked for Noche UFC at Sphere
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes rebooked for Noche UFC at Sphere

Initially slated for UFC 303, the promotion will attempt to run things back between Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes at Sphere in Las Vegas. 

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Diego Lopes explains why fighting Aljamain Sterling next “doesn’t make sense”

Not interested 

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Diego Lopes says ‘it doesn’t make sense’ to fight Aljamain Sterling now, awaits opponent for UFC 306
Diego Lopes says ‘it doesn’t make sense’ to fight Aljamain Sterling now, awaits opponent for UFC 306

Diego Lopes | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes wants to re-book his fight with Brian Ortega. The rising featherweight sensation… 

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Diego Lopes explains why he doesn’t want UFC rematch with Movsar Evloev next: “We’re looking at a completely different fight”

No Rematch 

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Aljamain Sterling calls for Diego Lopes at Sphere for UFC 306, dismisses Movsar Evloev
Aljamain Sterling calls for Diego Lopes at Sphere for UFC 306, dismisses Movsar Evloev

Aljamain Sterling | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Aljamain Sterling is changing courses. Earlier this year, Sterling made his featherweight debut, taking… 

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Aljamain Sterling says UFC 306 fight vs. Diego Lopes at Sphere ‘has a nice ring to it’
Aljamain Sterling says UFC 306 fight vs. Diego Lopes at Sphere ‘has a nice ring to it’

Former UFC champ Aljamain Sterling has turned his attention to Diego Lopes. 

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Aljamain Sterling offers to fight Diego Lopes in huge UFC 306 battle: ‘I want him at The Sphere’
Aljamain Sterling offers to fight Diego Lopes in huge UFC 306 battle: ‘I want him at The Sphere’

Former undisputed bantamweight champion, Aljamain Sterling is hoping to book his sophomore featherweight clash at UFC 306 – regardless… 

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Dan Ige: ‘It could be fun’ to run it back with Diego Lopes, targeting UFC 306 for his return
Dan Ige: ‘It could be fun’ to run it back with Diego Lopes, targeting UFC 306 for his return

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images If anyone was crazy enough to fight on four hours’ notice at UFC 303 and then turn… 

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Brian Ortega addresses late UFC 303 withdrawal from Diego Lopes fight: ‘I got sick and my body gave out’
Brian Ortega addresses late UFC 303 withdrawal from Diego Lopes fight: ‘I got sick and my body gave out’

Brian Ortega released a statement explaining what led to his late pull out from UFC 303 at International Fight Week. 

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Diego Lopes calls for Brian Ortega or Alexander Volkanovski at Noche UFC

After his win over Dan Ige at UFC 303, Diego Lopes wants a big fight against Brian Ortega or Alexander Volkanovski. 

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Diego Lopes, Movsar Evloev trade barbs after UFC 303: ‘Sit back and watch the big guys do the work’
Diego Lopes, Movsar Evloev trade barbs after UFC 303: ‘Sit back and watch the big guys do the work’

UFC featherweights Diego Lopes and Movsar Evloev have reignited their rivalry. 

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Henry Cejudo unsure Diego Lopes would be ready for Brian Ortega after UFC 303

Henry Cejudo has his doubts on Diego Lopes after UFC 303. 

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Diego Lopes answers Movsar Evloev’s latest taunts after UFC 303 victory

Lopes responds 

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Henry Cejudo says Diego Lopes’s UFC 303 win shows he’s not ready for top featherweights

Not ready 

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Dana White ready to reward Diego Lopes, Dan Ige with spots on Sphere card after saving UFC 303 co-main
Dana White ready to reward Diego Lopes, Dan Ige with spots on Sphere card after saving UFC 303 co-main

Dana White will grant Diego Lopes and Dan Ige their wishes of competing at the Sphere. 

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Posted on July 1, 2024, 8:20 pm By
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The MMA Hour with Ian Machado Garry, Alex Pereira coach Plinio Cruz, Eric Nicksick, Diego Lopes, Joe Pyfer, Payton Talbott and more
The MMA Hour with Ian Machado Garry, Alex Pereira coach Plinio Cruz, Eric Nicksick, Diego Lopes, Joe Pyfer, Payton Talbott and more

MMA Fighting, Getty Images The Mixed Martial Arts Hour is back in your life! Below is a rundown of Monday’s show, which begins at 1… 

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Spinning Back Clique LIVE (noon ET): Alex Pereira stops Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303, Diego Lopes’ future, NAC rulings, more

On “Spinning Back Clique,” our panel discusses Alex Pereira’s win over Jiri Prochazka at UFC 303, what’s next for Diego Lopes, NAC rulings, and more. 

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Diego Lopes holds no ill will toward Brian Ortega after UFC 303, hopes for Sphere rebooking
Diego Lopes holds no ill will toward Brian Ortega after UFC 303, hopes for Sphere rebooking

UFC CEO Dana White guaranteed Diego Lopes a spot on the Sphere card for his flexibility on fight week. 

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UFC 303 results: Diego Lopes survives late comeback attempt from Dan Ige to win hard fought decision
UFC 303 results: Diego Lopes survives late comeback attempt from Dan Ige to win hard fought decision

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes had a whirlwind couple of days leading to his fight at UFC 303 but the… 

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Posted on June 30, 2024, 5:32 am By
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Pros react after Diego Lopes defeats Dan Ige at UFC 303

Warrior! 

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Diego Lopes lands decision win over Dan Ige in shocking 4 hour notice fight – UFC 303 Highlights
Diego Lopes lands decision win over Dan Ige in shocking 4 hour notice fight – UFC 303 Highlights

Remaining on tonight’s UFC 303 card in a co-headlining setting following the cancellation of his fight with former title… 

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UFC 303 live blog: Diego Lopes vs. Dan Ige
UFC 303 live blog: Diego Lopes vs. Dan Ige

Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes face off ahead of their UFC 303 fight | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images This is the… 

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With Brian Ortega out, Dan Ige steps in to face Diego Lopes in new UFC 303 co-main event
With Brian Ortega out, Dan Ige steps in to face Diego Lopes in new UFC 303 co-main event

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images A very late change has been made to the UFC 303 co-main event. Brian Ortega was unable… 

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Posted on June 30, 2024, 1:31 am By
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Brian Ortega out, Dan Ige steps in to fight Diego Lopes at UFC 303

Wild! 

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UFC 303 Co-Main Event Weigh-In Video: Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes
UFC 303 Co-Main Event Weigh-In Video: Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes

The UFC 303 co-main event fighters, Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes, officially weighed in on Friday ahead of their Saturday showdown. 

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Posted on June 28, 2024, 5:47 pm By
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UFC 303 weigh-ins video: Brian Ortega, Diego Lopes hit marks for newly agreed-to lightweight co-main

Brian Ortega’s struggle to get down to 146 pounds forced Diego Lopes to make a choice before UFC 303 weigh-ins. 

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Posted on June 28, 2024, 4:51 pm By
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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick: Will the all-grappler UFC 303 co-main become a slugfest?
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick: Will the all-grappler UFC 303 co-main become a slugfest?

Two scrappy featherweight grapplers meet for a short-notice co-main at lightweight. Will Biran Ortega or Diego Lopes emerge at UFC 303? 

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Alexander Volkanovski shares prediction for Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes at UFC 303

Prediction 

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Brian Ortega doesn’t see much upside in beating ‘hungry lion’ Diego Lopes at UFC 303

Brian Ortega thinks he has everything to lose and his opponent Diego Lopes everything to gain at UFC 303. 

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Posted on June 26, 2024, 11:30 pm By
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Diego Lopes won’t ‘sit and wait’ for title shot if victorious over Brian Ortega at UFC 303

Diego Lopes says he won’t be the type of fighter to wait for a title shot if victorious at Saturday’s UFC 303. 

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Posted on June 26, 2024, 9:00 pm By
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Alexander Volkanovski points to Brian Ortega’s durability, ‘granite chin’ as keys to UFC 303 win over Diego Lopes
Alexander Volkanovski points to Brian Ortega’s durability, ‘granite chin’ as keys to UFC 303 win over Diego Lopes

Alexander Volkanovski thinks Brian Ortega’s experience will help him prevail at UFC 303. 

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Brian Ortega before UFC 303: Diego Lopes’ submission threat ‘something that I’m not accustomed to’

Diego Lopes presents a unique challenge for Brian Ortega at UFC 303. 

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Posted on June 25, 2024, 7:30 pm By
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UFC 303 Embedded, episode 1: Diego Lopes manhandles Las Vegas Knights mascot
UFC 303 Embedded, episode 1: Diego Lopes manhandles Las Vegas Knights mascot

UFC, YouTube On the first episode of UFC 303 Embedded, Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka prepare for their main event rematch, Diego Lopes tosses around… 

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Posted on June 25, 2024, 12:00 am By
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Diego Lopes believes win over Brian Ortega at UFC 303 will lead to a title shot: “There’s no doubt”

Title Shot 

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Diego Lopes bashes Movsar Evloev after featherweight’s open invitation to top contenders

Fighting words 

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Adrian Yanez sees UFC Fight Night 241 as ‘do or die,’ says training with Diego Lopes reignited love for MMA
Adrian Yanez sees UFC Fight Night 241 as ‘do or die,’ says training with Diego Lopes reignited love for MMA

Adrian Yanez knows his back his against the wall heading into UFC Fight Night 241. 

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Arman Tsarukyan, Diego Lopes have pay withheld, face potential discipline after UFC 300 incidents
Arman Tsarukyan, Diego Lopes have pay withheld, face potential discipline after UFC 300 incidents

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Arman Tsarukyan and Diego Lopes face potential discipline after both fighters were involved in altercations at UFC… 

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Now ranked, Diego Lopes reflects on meteoric UFC rise: ‘It’s exceeded my expectations’

Diego Lopes looks back at his wild 11-month start to his UFC career now that he’s entered the featherweight rankings. 

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Diego Lopes argues for Movsar Evloev rematch on International Fight Week: ‘That’s the fight to make’
Diego Lopes argues for Movsar Evloev rematch on International Fight Week: ‘That’s the fight to make’

Diego Lopes | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes wants his rematch. Lopes scored the biggest win of his career when… 

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Diego Lopes calls for rematch with “Decision Man” Movsar Evloev following UFC 300

Lopes is hungry 

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Diego Lopes calls for rematch with ‘Mr. Decision’ Movsar Evloev at UFC 303

Diego Lopes wants to run things back with Movsar Evloev after racking up his third-straight opening round finish at UFC 300. 

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UFC 300 video: Diego Lopes demolishes Sodiq Yusuff in less than 90 seconds
UFC 300 video: Diego Lopes demolishes Sodiq Yusuff in less than 90 seconds

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Diego Lopes was not getting paid by the hour at UFC 300. In arguably his best performance… 

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Diego Lopes steamrolls past Sodiq Yusuff with flattening knockout win – UFC 300 Highlights
Diego Lopes steamrolls past Sodiq Yusuff with flattening knockout win – UFC 300 Highlights

Surging Brazilian contender, Diego Lopes continues his roughshod run through featherweight contenders tonight on the late preliminary card of… 

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Diego Lopes’ goal at UFC 300: Submit Sodiq Yusuff, call out Movsar Evloev
Diego Lopes’ goal at UFC 300: Submit Sodiq Yusuff, call out Movsar Evloev

Diego Lopes tries to submit Movsar Evloev at UFC 288. | Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Diego Lopes plans on calling for a rematch with… 

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Sodiq Yusuff vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick, start time, odds for UFC 300
Sodiq Yusuff vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick, start time, odds for UFC 300

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom takes a quick look at the UFC 300 bout between Sodiq Yusuff and Diego Lopes. 

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Diego Lopes doesn’t expect Aljamain Sterling to be undersized at featherweight: ‘I felt him the same as others’

Diego Lopes shares his thoughts on Aljamain Sterling’s move to the UFC’s featherweight division. 

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Sodiq Yusuff not surprised by UFC 300 underdog status against Diego Lopes

Sodiq Yusuff isn’t a big underdog against Diego Lopes, but he still might be getting overlooked – even if he thinks their fight isn’t. 

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Diego Lopes wanted Sodiq Yusuff – and at UFC 300, he gets what he wants

Diego Lopes requested a fight with the biggest and toughest – including Sodiq Yusuff. Now he gets his shot at him at UFC 300. 

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Diego Lopes aims to become the first to stop Sodiq Yusuff at UFC 300: ‘That’s my objective’

Diego Lopes wants to finish Sodiq Yusuff at UFC 300 and send a message to the UFC featherweight division. 

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UFC 300 is now up to ten fights with the addition of Diego Lopes vs. Sodiq Yusuff

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Sodiq Yusuff vs. Diego Lopes added to UFC 300

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Diego Lopes is getting another shot to crack into the featherweight top 15.
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UFC 300 Update: Featherweights Diego Lopes, Sodiq Yusuff to Clash in Las Vegas

A featherweight showdown pitting Diego Lopes against Sodiq Yusuff has been added to the UFC 300 lineup. …read more

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Diego Lopes vs. Sodiq Yusuff joins stacked UFC 300 lineup

Rising star Diego Lopes will be featured on the UFC’s historic 300th event.
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MMA Junkie’s 2023 Newcomer of the Year: Diego Lopes

Let’s be honest: A 2-1 record in the UFC is far from remarkable. Yet, Diego Lopes somehow made it work into something special and quite promising.
The Brazilian featherweight enamored the …read more

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