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TUF Returns In June 2024

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) today announced the return of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) on ESPN, featuring combatants …read more

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The Ultimate Fighter 32 set to debut in June with featherweights and middleweights

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The Ultimate Fighter 32 will debut in June on ESPN and ESPN+ with casting …read more

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Predictions! UFC Vegas 83 ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 2

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Dec. 9, 2023) when …read more

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Ex-champ Moreno to fight Albazi in Mexico City

Brandon Moreno will fight Amir Albazi in a flyweight contender bout Feb. 24 in Mexico City, the former UFC flyweight champion confirmed in an interview published Wednesday by ESPN. …read more

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Video: Did Arman Tsarukyan shake up the UFC lightweight title picture?

Arman Tsarukyan could not have asked for a better outcome against Beniel Dariush at UFC on ESPN 52.
Entering the week looking to make a statement, Tsarukyan did exactly that by …read more

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Rodolfo Bellato Thanked Referee Jacob Montalvo Following Victorious UFC Debut

While Rodolfo Bellato’s comeback victory over Ihor Potieria at UFC on ESPN 52 earned him a $50,000 bonus, 2023 didn’t start out so well for the Brazilian light heavyweight. …read more

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Predictions! UFC Vegas 83 ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 1

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Dec. 9, 2023) when …read more

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USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, Dec. 5: Arman Tsarukyan enters top 5

The UFC’s latest road trip to Austin, Texas produced a few changes in this week’s rankings update.
In the main event of UFC on ESPN 52, Arman Tsarukyan torched Beneil Dariush …read more

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UFC Austin winner Joaquim Silva lauds Clay Guida's toughness, believes he'd beat Arman Tsarukyan with full camp

AUSTIN, Texas – Joaquim Silva defeated Clay Guida by unanimous decision at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas.
Take a look inside the fight with Silva, who …read more

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Veronica Hardy talks self-growth, husband Dan's importance for UFC Austin win

AUSTIN, Texas – Veronica Hardy beat Jamey-Lyn Horth with a split decision Saturday to open up the preliminary card at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas.
Take …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 reactions: Winning and losing fighters on social media

Since the early days when the sport was anything but a mainstream endeavor, the MMA industry has thrived and survived through various websites, forums, and – perhaps most importantly – social-media …read more

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Deiveson Figueiredo Discusses Options After Successful Bantamweight Debut

Deiveson Figueiredo is weighing his options after a successful bantamweight debut at UFC on ESPN 52 this past Saturday night. …read more

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Kelvin Gastelum opens up on UFC on ESPN 52 loss to Sean Brady: 'I'm 100X better than what I showed tonight'

Kelvin Gastelum’s return to welterweight didn’t go as planned.
Gastelum (18-9 MMA, 12-9 UFC) was suffocated and submitted by Sean Brady (16-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC) on this past Saturday’s UFC on …read more

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Daniel Cormier: Bobby Green's KO loss to Jalin Turner was 'the worst stoppage in UFC history'

Daniel Cormier, like many, was not happy with the stoppage in the Jalin Turner vs. Bobby Green fight.
Saturday in the UFC on ESPN 52 co-main event, Green was viciously knocked …read more

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5 biggest takeaways from UFC on ESPN 52: Is referee's remorse enough after egregious Turner vs. Green stoppage?

What mattered most at UFC on ESPN 52 in Austin, Texas? Here are a few post-fight musings … …read more

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Drakkar Klose wanted to strike with Joe Solecki at UFC Austin, not wrestle – and then ...

AUSTIN, Texas – There was a specific plan in place by Drakkar Klose and his team for Joe Solecki.
Put simply: Don’t give him your back at UFC on ESPN 52.
“We …read more

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Bobby Green Says 'I’m Not Going Nowhere' Following Knockout Loss at UFC Austin

Bobby Green had nothing but praise for short-notice foe Jalin Turner following their co-main event bout at UFC on ESPN 52. …read more

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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Arman Tsarukyan after UFC on ESPN 52 win?

(ALSO SEE: Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Beneil Dariush after UFC on ESPN 52 loss?)
The biggest win of Arman Tsarukyan’s career also was the most spectacular at UFC on …read more

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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Beneil Dariush after UFC on ESPN 52 loss?

(ALSO SEE: Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Arman Tsarukyan after UFC on ESPN 52 win?)
Beneil Dariush was on the cusp of a title shot not long ago, but after …read more

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Miesha Tate used No. 12 ranking as motivation for dominance at UFC on ESPN 52, appreciation of moment

AUSTIN, Texas – Despite her long tenure in the game, Miesha Tate is not contemplating retirement.
Tate, a former UFC and Strikeforce women’s bantamweight champion, returned to the cage this past …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 post-event facts: Clay Guida sets dubious record with 18th octagon loss

The UFC’s third-to-last event of 2023 went down as one of the best of the year. UFC on ESPN 52 delivered with nine stoppages in 12 fights.
Arman Tsarukyan (21-3 MMA, …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Four fighters get max non-title money

AUSTIN, Texas – Fighters from Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 52 event took home UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay totaling $225,000.
The program, a comprehensive plan that includes outfitting requirements, media obligations and …read more

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Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of UFC on ESPN 52 with Bad Girls, Gringos and Bandoleros, but no clowns

While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a UFC win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage is …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 bonuses: Every stoppage, including back-to-back slam KOs, gets $50K

The UFC handed out a Texas-sized amount of post-fight bonuses Saturday – one for every finish at the 12-bout event, one of which also was Fight of the Night.
After UFC on …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 Bonuses: $500,000 Handed Out for Finishes, ‘Fight of the Night’

The Ultimate Fighting Championship was feeling especially generous following a memorable evening in the Lonestar State. …read more

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Posted on December 3, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Arman Tsarukyan def. Beneil Dariush at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Arman Tsarukyan’s first-round knockout win over Beneil Dariush at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. (Photos by Dustin Safranek, USA …read more

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Bobby Green vs. Jalin Turner at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Jalin Turner’s first-round knockout win over Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. (Photos by Dustin Safranek, USA TODAY …read more

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Arman Tsarukyan Caps Off Finish-Heavy UFC on ESPN 52 Card With a Bang

The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s return to Austin was a violent affair. …read more

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Social media reacts to Arman Tsarukyan's 64-second KO of Beneil Dariush at UFC on ESPN 52

Arman Tsarukyan got the signature win on his resume he’s been looking for on Saturday when he emerged triumphant over Beneil Dariush in the UFC on ESPN 52 main event.
Tsarukyan …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 results: Referee permits Jalin Turner to bludgeon Bobby Green in elongated stoppage

An impressive early stoppage by Jalin Turner in the UFC on ESPN 52 co-main event may have been overshadowed by the lack of stoppage by the presiding referee.
The controversially late …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 results: Deiveson Figueiredo impresses in 135-pound debut with win over Rob Font

AUSTIN, Texas – Deiveson Figueiredo is now a player in a new division after making a successful bantamweight debut against Rob Font at UFC on ESPN 52.
Former multi-time flyweight champion …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 results: Sean Brady torques Kelvin Gastelum's arm with nasty kimura

Sean Brady is known for his strong wrestling game and it was on full display once again at UFC on ESPN 52 – but with a highlight-reel ending.
On Saturday’s main …read more

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Joaquim Silva def. Clay Guida at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Joaquim Silva’s unanimous decision win over Clay Guida at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. (Photos by Dustin Safranek, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 results: Joaquim Silva edges Clay Guida by decision in entertaining scrap

AUSTIN, Texas – Clay Guida showed he’s still formidable at 41 at UFC on ESPN 52, but it wasn’t enough to outwork Joaquim Silva.
Guida (38-24 MMA, 18-18 UFC) added another …read more

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Dustin Stoltzfus def. Punahele Soriano at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Dustin Stoltzfus’ second-round submission win over Punahele Soriano at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. (Photos by Dustin Safranek, USA …read more

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Cody Brundage def. Zach Reese at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

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Drakkar Klose def. Joe Solecki at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

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Miesha Tate Turns Back the Clock in UFC Austin Featured Preliminary Bout

Miesha Tate showed she still has some gas left in the tank at UFC on ESPN 52. …read more

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Veronica Hardy def. Jamey-Lyn Horth at UFC on ESPN 52: Best photos

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UFC on ESPN 52 video: Rodolfo Bellato TKOs Ihor Potieria with insane Comeback of the Year contender

AUSTIN, Texas – Rodolfo Bellato delivered a Comeback of the Year contender on Saturday when he rallied to finish off Ihor Potieria at UFC on ESPN 52.
After a high-paced first …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52: Official scorecards from Austin

Check out the official scorecards from all 12 fights at UFC on ESPN 52 at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. (Gallery will be updated throughout the event.)

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UFC on ESPN 52 video: Jared Gooden batters Wellington Turman, tops off wild comeback with choke

Win or lose, Jared Gooden has a knack for the dramatic.
That once again was evident Saturday at UFC on ESPN 52 when Gooden (20-9 MMA, 2-4 UFC) rallied to submit …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52: Quick Picks and Prognostications

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the UFC’s top bouts. Today, we look at the main card for UFC on ESPN 52.
UFC on ESPN 52 takes place Saturday at …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 play-by-play and live results (4 p.m. ET)

LAS VEGAS – UFC on ESPN 52 takes place Saturday, and you can join us for live play-by-play and official results beginning at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT).
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UFC Austin Start Time, Full Fight Details!

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returns to ESPN+ this later TONIGHT (Sat., Dec. 2, 2023) to stage UFC …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 ‘Dariush vs. Tsarukyan’ Play-by-Play, Results & Round Scoring

Sherdog’s live UFC on ESPN 52 coverage will begin Saturday at 4 p.m. ET. …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 faceoff highlights: Noticeable height differences on main card

AUSTIN, Texas – The UFC on ESPN 52 ceremonial weigh-ins and faceoffs took place Friday at Moody Center, the site of Saturday’s fights, and MMA Junkie was in attendance.
Atop the …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 faceoff video: No throat grabs during Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan

AUSTIN, Texas – Although Arman Tsarukyan went for the jugular during a physical altercation with Bobby Green earlier in fight week at the host hotel, Friday’s faceoff with Beneil Dariush …read more

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Ex-UFC champ Hill arrested for domestic violence

Former UFC champion Jamahal Hill was arrested this week in Michigan and charged with misdemeanor aggravated domestic violence, Kent County officials confirmed to ESPN on Friday. …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 predictions: Dariush or Tsarukyan, Green or Turner in Austin?

The UFC is back in the beating “weird” heart of Texas in Austin this week with lightweight standouts atop the card.
UFC on ESPN 52 takes place Saturday at Moody Center …read more

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Video: Arman Tsarukyan grabs Bobby Green by throat in new UFC Austin hotel altercation footage

New footage has emerged of the UFC host hotel altercation between Arman Tsarukyan and Bobby Green ahead of Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 52 event in Austin, Texas.
Green (31-14-1 MMA, 12-9-1 …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 Weigh-in Results: All Fighters Make Weight

After a week off, the Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to ESPN airwaves with an intriguing lightweight clash, which is now official after the weigh-ins took place. …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 weigh-in results, live video stream (10 a.m. ET)

AUSTIN, Texas – MMA Junkie is on scene and reporting live from Friday’s official UFC on ESPN 52 fighter weigh-ins, which kick off at 10 a.m. ET (7 a.m. PT).
The early …read more

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Video: Watch Friday's UFC on ESPN 52 ceremonial weigh-ins live on MMA Junkie at 5 p.m. ET

AUSTIN, Texas – UFC on ESPN 52 ceremonial fighter weigh-ins take place Friday, and you can catch a live video stream of the proceedings here on MMA Junkie at 5 p.m. …read more

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Rob Font not taking bantamweight version of Deiveson Figueiredo lightly: 'He's been in wars'

AUSTIN, Texas – Rob Font is confident he’ll handle Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC on ESPN 52, but it won’t be easy.
Figueiredo (21-3-1 MMA, 10-6 UFC) is a former UFC flyweight …read more

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From 225 to 135: Julia Avila drops 90 pounds for Miesha Tate fight at UFC on ESPN 52

AUSTIN, Texas – Does MMA math apply to weight cutting? Because if it does, Julia Avila might be in for a big night Saturday.
Avila (9-2 MMA, 3-1 UFC) returns from …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 breakdown: Can underdog Beneil Dariush put away Arman Tsarukyan?

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the UFC’s top bouts. Today, we look at the main event for UFC on ESPN 52.
UFC on ESPN 52 takes place Saturday at …read more

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PFL agrees to new multiyear deal with ESPN

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has agreed to a new multiyear broadcast deal with ESPN, officials announced on Thursday. …read more

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Professional Fighters League Announces New Multi-Year Media Rights Deal with ESPN

Two weeks removed from their acquisition of Bellator MMA, Professional Fighters League has signed a new multi-year United States media rights deal with broadcast partner ESPN. …read more

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PFL inks multi-year extension with ESPN

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The Professional Fighters League will remain on ESPN for the foreseeable future.
The PFL announced via The …read more

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Kickboxing sensation Takeru to make ONE Championship debut against Muay Thai Icon Rodtang in January

The highly anticipated ONE Championship debut of kickboxing sensation Takeru Segawa has been officially announced.

Per a report from Marc Raimondi of ESPN, the former three-division K-1 world champion will debut …read more

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Welterweight doing wonders for Kelvin Gastelum before UFC on ESPN 52: 'I haven't felt this great in years'

AUSTIN, Texas – It’s back to welterweight for Kelvin Gastleum, who plans to stay in the division he considers his own.
Take him at his word and Gastelum (18-8 MMA, 12-8 …read more

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Beneil Dariush: 'I gain nothing' from beating Arman Tsarukyan in UFC on ESPN 52 headliner

AUSTIN, Texas – From a career standpoint, Beneil Dariush sees minimal upside to Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 52 main event with Arman Tsarukyan.
In terms of the competition, though, he’s all …read more

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Arman Tsarukyan says he can talk title fight with UFC on ESPN 52 main event finish of Beneil Dariush

AUSTIN, Texas – Arman Tsarukyan sees Beneil Dariush as the obstacle in the way of everything he wants in his career.
After repeatedly calling for big names at lightweight, Tsarukyan (20-3 …read more

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Deiveson Figueiredo: I Chose Rob Font Out of Three Potential Opponent Options

After 14 fights in the flyweight division, former champion Deiveson Figueiredo will make his bantamweight debut on Saturday against Rob Font at UFC on ESPN 52 in Austin, Texas. …read more

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UFC veterans in MMA and bareknuckle boxing action Nov. 30-Dec. 2

This week, the UFC returns to The Lone Star State’s capitol.
UFC on ESPN 52 takes place at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas is headlined by a lightweight bout between …read more

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Video: Was Jalin Turner the right replacement to face Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52?

Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 52 got a late co-main event change after Dan Hooker suffered an arm injury and was replaced by Jalin Turner against Bobby Green.
The event, which takes …read more

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After UFC Austin Exit, Dan Hooker Undergoes Surgery for Broken Arm

Dan Hooker recently went under the knife for the injury that led to his withdrawal from the UFC on ESPN 52 co-main event. …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52 commentary, broadcast plans set: Two Hall of Famers call action

The UFC opens its December schedule Saturday with UFC on ESPN 52, which goes down at Moody Center in Austin, Texas.
As always, some marquee on-air talent will be there in …read more

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Dan Hooker undergoes surgery for broken arm: 'Just a scratch baby, can't wait to scrap again'

UFC lightweight Dan Hooker has completed surgery and is already eying his return to action.
Hooker, who was scheduled to compete at UFC on ESPN 52 at the Moody Center in …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52: Make your predictions for Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan

We want your predictions for Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 52 event in Austin.
Our staff picks feature includes the consensus picks from MMA Junkie readers. Simply cast your vote for each …read more

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UFC on ESPN 52: How to watch Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan, start time, Austin lineup, odds, more

The UFC this week is back in one of the most progressive, socially tolerant, fun and “weird” cities in the country: Austin, Texas.
Here’s how to watch UFC on ESPN 52 …read more

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2023 PFL Championships Play-by-Play, Results & Round Scoring

The 2023 Professional Fighters League Playoffs wrap up on Friday in Washington D.C. at the 2023 PFL Championships. The undercard airs live on ESPN+ at 5:30 p.m. ET, with the …read more

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Jalin Turner replaces Dan Hooker, meets Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52

Jalin Turner has agreed to make the save for the UFC on ESPN 52 co-main event next month, as he will replace the injured Dan Hooker against Bobby Green.
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Dan Hooker blames himself for broken arm that forced UFC on ESPN 52 withdrawal

Dan Hooker broke the same arm he injured in his past fight.
Hooker (23-12 MMA, 13-8 UFC) was forced to withdraw from his lightweight co-headliner against Bobby Green (31-14-1 MMA, 12-9-1 …read more

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Bobby Green challenges peers to step up for UFC on ESPN 52: 'I want to see who's gangster like me'

UFC lightweight Bobby Green wants one of his peers to prove they’re “gangster” by stepping up on short notice for a showdown in Texas.
Eleven days before Green (31-14-1 MMA, 12-9-1 …read more

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Dan Hooker injured, out of fight vs. Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52

UFC on ESPN 52 just took a major hit.
Arguably the most anticipated bout in the card has fallen through, as Dan Hooker suffered an arm injury and is now out …read more

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Official – Saudi-Backed PFL purchases Bellator MMA in blockbuster deal: ‘This Totally Changes the MMA landscape’

It’s official! The Professional Fighters League has announced its acquisition of Bellator MMA.

According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, “PFL has acquired Bellator, per the promotion and chairman Donn Davis. Bellator will …read more

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2023 PFL Championship pay-per-view price revealed

The 2023 PFL Championship is just days away, and ESPN has released what it’ll cost viewers who purchase.
As of Sunday, ESPN+ has the event listed at a selling price of …read more

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Arman Tsarukyan: If I want to fight for the title I have to finish Beneil Dariush in UFC main event

Beating Beneil Dariush is not enough for Arman Tsarukyan.
Tsarukyan (20-3 MMA, 7-2 UFC) takes on Dariush (22-5-1 MMA, 16-5-1 UFC) in the UFC on ESPN 52 headliner Dec. 2 at …read more

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UFC's Cory Sandhagen not keen on rebooking Umar Nurmagomedov fight

Cory Sandhagen doesn’t think rebooking his fight with Umar Nurmagomedov makes sense.
Sandhagen (17-4 MMA, 10-3 UFC) was scheduled to meet Nurmagomedov in the UFC on ESPN 50 headliner this past …read more

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Predictions! UFC Vegas 82 ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 2

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Nov. 18, 2023) when …read more

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Posted on November 15, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Predictions! UFC 295 Late ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 2

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Nov. 11, 2023) when …read more

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Sources: Cyborg to box Wickstrum in next fight

Cris Cyborg’s next professional fight will be in boxing, and her opponent will be Kelsey Wickstrum, sources told ESPN. …read more

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Predictions! UFC 295 Early ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 1

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Nov. 11, 2023) when UFC 295: “Prochazka vs. Pereira” storms Madison Square Garden in New York City. MMAmania.com’s …read more

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Sources: Song-Gutierrez tops UFC Shanghai card

Bantamweight contenders Song Yadong and Chris Gutierrez will square off in the headline bout at UFC Shanghai on Dec. 9, sources confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday. …read more

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Highlights! Dalby Stuns Bonfim With Upset TKO

Gabriel Bonfim was a heavy betting favorite to walk out of the Octagon victorious earlier tonight (Sat., Nov. 4, 2023) at UFC Sao Paulo live on ESPN+ from inside Ibirapuera …read more

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Highlights! Brener Delivers Epic Faceplant KO

Elves Brener proved he’s a legitimate prospect in the lightweight division earlier tonight (Sat., Nov. 4, 2023) at UFC Sao Paulo live on ESPN+ from inside Ibirapuera Gymnasium in Brazil, …read more

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Sources: Pennington-Bueno Silva title bout set

Raquel Pennington and Mayra Bueno Silva will meet at UFC 297 for the women’s bantamweight title vacated by Amanda Nunes, sources confirmed to ESPN. …read more

Source:: ESPN

Ariel Helwani, Chael Sonnen erupt into shouting match over Francis Ngannou pay

MMA Fighting

An interview on Wednesday between Ariel Helwani and Chanel Sonnen quickly devolved into a shouting match between the former ESPN co-hosts on The …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

Predictions! UFC Sao Paulo ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 2

Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Nov. 4, 2023) when UFC Sao Paulo: “Almeida vs. …read more

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Report: Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk pushed back months two months

Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk is being pushed back.
The highly anticipated undisputed heavyweight title fight will happen in February, rather than December, according to a report Tuesday by ESPN. No …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Latest UFC Austin Fight Card, ESPN lineup

UFC

Battle of the lightweights! UFC CEO Dana White recently unveiled a STACKED fight card and lineup for the promotion’s return to Austin, featuring a …read more

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Posted on October 31, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Predictions! UFC Sao Paulo ‘Prelims’ Preview - Pt. 1

Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is bringing more “Prelims” fights to ESPN+ this weekend (Sat., Nov. 4, 2023) when UFC Sao Paulo: “Almeida vs. …read more

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MMA star Masvidal vows boxing fight in early '24

Former MMA and UFC star Jorge Masvidal told ESPN on Thursday that he will fight in a boxing match “early next year,” though a specific opponent has yet to be …read more

Source:: ESPN

Posted on October 27, 2023, 2:16 am By
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Gaethje ok waiting on UFC clash with Makhachev

Justin Gaethje, the UFC’s current BMF champion, told ESPN on Wednesday that he has “no issues waiting” for his crack at current titleholder Islam Makhachev. …read more

Source:: ESPN

Updated! UFC 295 Blockbuster Fight Card, PPV Lineup!

UFC

Event: UFC 295: “Jiri vs. Pereira”Date: Sat., Nov. 11, 2023Location: Madison Square Garden in New York CityBroadcast: ESPN+ PPV, ESPN, ESPN+ (6 p.m. ET …read more

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Bud Light is once again the official beer of the UFC in historic sponsorship deal

Bud Light is once again the official beer of the UFC.

According to a report from ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, the multi-year contract which begins on January 1, 2024, is said to …read more

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Bud Light rejoins UFC on record deal, sources say

Bud Light is once again the official beer of the UFC, with sources telling ESPN that the new agreement is the biggest sponsorship deal in the promotion’s history. …read more

Source:: ESPN

Posted on October 24, 2023, 6:46 pm By
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Pound-for-pound rankings: Islam Makhachev claims top spot

After a long inactivity, Cris Cyborg returned with a vengeance at Bellator 300. How did her statement win impact the latest ESPN rankings? …read more

Source:: ESPN

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