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Mackenzie Dern considered UFC Vegas 73 withdrawal, unleashed anger on Angela Hill

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Mackenzie Dern put on one of the most impressive performances of her MMA career …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Logan Paul seen training with Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski

Logan Paul was spotted training with some big names in the MMA and BJJ world this week.

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski shared a video on his Instagram story of …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 7:16 pm By
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Justin Gaethje believes the end of his MMA career is 2-3 years away: ‘I’m not going to be here forever’

Justin Gaethje believes he only has two or three more years left of fighting at the highest possible level.

Gaethje, 34, will make his 12th walk to the Octagon this July …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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Rasul Magomedov, who beat Kyle Snyder in wrestling, set to make pro MMA debut in June

Rasul Magomedov is making his professional MMA debut in June under the Brave CF banner. Magomedov is one of the few men to ever defeat wrestling legend Kyle Snyder in …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Bantamweight’s ‘Wannabe Knockoff McGregor’

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 4:16 am By
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MMA fighters honor fallen soldiers on Memorial Day

Memorial Day marks a time to honor and mourn fallen service members in the U.S. For some MMA vets who’ve served or have family members who’ve served, the holiday is …read more

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Posted on May 30, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Mark Coleman responds to Conor McGregor’s callout, confident he “smashes” the Irishman in MMA

Red panty night …read more

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Fans Are Split Over UFC Jacksonville Poster

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will return to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Florida for the upcoming UFC Jacksonville mixed martial arts (MMA) event, locked …read more

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Posted on May 29, 2023, 7:16 pm By
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UFC President Dana White trashes MMA media for rumors regarding his relationship with Khamzat Chimaev

Bulls**t! …read more

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Posted on May 29, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Joe Rogan sifts through big UFC changes

Joe Rogan has been around the UFC as long as anyone. So when it comes time to address some major moves surrounding the world’s MMA juggernaut, people stop and listen …read more

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Posted on May 29, 2023, 5:16 pm By
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UFC legend Mark Coleman claims he ‘Smashes’ Conor McGregor in MMA, eyes boxing fight with him

The beloved and legendary Mark Coleman has taken to Facebook to respond to an alleged “callout” by Conor McGregor. Although it’s been 13 years since Coleman last saw competition, he’s …read more

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Video | Fedor Emelianenko’s younger brother Ivan wins MMA debut at age 35

Another Emelianenko …read more

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Posted on May 28, 2023, 9:46 pm By
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'Road to UFC 2,' Episode 4 results: DQ in main event overshadows Peter Danesoe's flying knee brilliance

A quiet weekend in the world of MMA allowed some Asian prospects to shine when the second iteration of the “Road to UFC” kicked off from China.
The initial season of …read more

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'Road to UFC 2,' Episode 3 results: Zhu Rong delivers quick TKO in main event

A quiet weekend in the world of MMA allowed some Asian prospects to shine when the second iteration of the “Road to UFC” kicked off from China.
The initial season of …read more

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Scott Coker: Bellator's Japan collaboration with Rizin should be MMA's future

Bellator and Rizin are starting to get comfortable working together, it seems.
That means co-promoted events between the two organizations, like Bellator X Rizin 2 set for July 30 in Japan, …read more

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Posted on May 28, 2023, 3:46 pm By
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MMA Media Member Gets Tapped In 13 Seconds

A BJJ black belt taking on a white belt MMA media personality makes sense, right?
Fury Pro Grappling 7 went down last night (Sat., May 28, 2023) inside the 2300 Arena …read more

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Posted on May 28, 2023, 11:16 am By
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mmaBay: UFC, Bellator, MMA eBay collectible sales roundup (May 27)

Sports collectibles like trading cards, autographs and other memorabilia have been big business for decades. With MMA, it’s no different.
From signed Bellator gloves and UFC posters to fight-worn gear and …read more

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Posted on May 28, 2023, 12:16 am By
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MMA Junkie's Fight of the Month for May: Short-notice newcomer thrills in defeat

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best fights from May 2023. Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Video: Ivan Emelianenko, youngest brother of Fedor, wins MMA debut at age 35

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The youngest Emelianenko brother has joined the family business.
Decades after his siblings built their names in MMA, Ivan Emelianenko (1-0) made his professional …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 10:16 pm By
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Patricio Pitbull says it’ll be hard to deny him as one of MMA’s greats with third belt in Bellator

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Patricio Pitbull once held two Bellator belts simultaneously, reigning at featherweight …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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'Road to UFC 2,' Episode 2 results: Devastating elbow KO steals the show

A quiet weekend in the world of MMA allowed some Asian prospects to shine when the second coming of the “Road to UFC” kicked off from China.
The initial season of …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 4:17 pm By
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'Road to UFC 2,' Episode 1 results: Sang Won Kim scores slick knockout

A quiet weekend in the world of MMA allowed some Asian prospects to shine, because the second coming of the “Road to UFC” kicked off from China.
The initial season of …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 4:17 pm By
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On the Doorstep: 5 fighters who could make UFC with June wins

Every champion in MMA history started out somewhere.
For those who make it to the highest stage, the journey begins long before they strap on UFC, Bellator, or PFL gloves. Modern-era …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania Highlights! Emelianenko Bros Victorious In Russia, But Was The Fix in?

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to Midnight Mania!
Fedor Emelianenko is widely …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 4:16 am By
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MMA Junkie's Submission of the Month for May: Kennedy Nzechukwu's standing choke

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best submissions from May 2023: Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner …read more

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Posted on May 27, 2023, 1:46 am By
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Video – Fans claim fix is in as Alexander Emelianenko scores a sketchy-Looking win in his MMA return

A curious stop-and-start during Aleksander Emelianenko’s latest mixed martial arts bout has fans around the world crying foul.

Emelianenko, brother of heavyweight legend Fedor Emelianenko, returned to the cage for …read more

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Prospect Watch: JaCobi Jones

The common goal among most up-and-coming regional (or international) mixed martial arts (MMA) prospects is to one day compete for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Other major promotions such as Bellator …read more

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Posted on May 26, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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DAMN! They Were Good: Debating B.J. Penn’s place in the pantheon of MMA all-time greats

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DAMN! They Were Good celebrates the careers of the most exciting and influential …read more

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Posted on May 26, 2023, 7:16 pm By
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Conor McGregor and Canelo Alvarez latest MMA vs. Boxer spat

UFC superstar Conor McGregor and boxing champion Canelo Alvarez are the latest in a growing number of mixed martial artist vs. boxer spats. The two recently jawwed about who could …read more

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Midnight Mania! Is UFC Stacking The Cards In O’Malley’s Favor?

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! …read more

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Posted on May 26, 2023, 4:16 am By
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MMA Junkie's Knockout of the Month for May: Diego Ferreira's one-punch finish

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best knockouts from May 2023: Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner …read more

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Posted on May 26, 2023, 12:46 am By
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Heck of a Morning: Is Khamzat Chimaev vs. Kamaru Usman the fight to make?

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A lot of MMA fans seem to be excited about a potential matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and former UFC welterweight …read more

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Tyson Fury answers Dana White’s Jon Jones offer, insists on boxing match: ‘I don’t roll round the floor, I stand up and punch’

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Tyson Fury doesn’t plan to mess around with MMA if he ever fights Jon Jones.
Though the two …read more

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Posted on May 25, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Daniel Cormier: Tyson Fury's chances of beating Jon Jones in MMA fight as much 'as a guy walking into a convenience store'

Daniel Cormier rates Tyson Fury’s chances to beat Jon Jones in an MMA fight as slim to none.
World champion boxer Fury and UFC heavyweight champion Jones recently engaged in an …read more

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Posted on May 25, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Borz Unfollows White Amidst Booking Beef

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to Midnight …read more

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Posted on May 25, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Morning Report: PFL’s Donn Davis says ‘everybody won’ in Francis Ngannou deal, UFC ‘made their business decision’

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The PFL and Francis Ngannou have seemingly opened up a new world of possibilities in MMA.
Opportunity has been …read more

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Posted on May 24, 2023, 12:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania: Fury Vs. Jones? ‘I Will Make It Happen’

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to Midnight …read more

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Posted on May 24, 2023, 4:16 am By
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The best (and worst!) MMA movies of all time

The 95th Oscars are in the rearview mirror, and “Everything Everywhere All at Once” was the big winner.
The film won Best Picture, Director, Actress, Supporting Actress, Supporting Actor, Original Screenplay …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 5:16 pm By
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Inside the negotiations that brought the No. 1 heavyweight in the world, Francis Ngannou, to the PFL

Former UFC heavyweight champion was the biggest MMA free agent in a long time. Brett Okamoto shares the details and conversations that led him to the PFL. …read more

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UFC veterans in MMA and boxing action May 26-28

This week, the UFC is idle after a run of events on seven consecutive weeks.
The next event for the promotion is UFC on ESPN 45 on June 3, which features …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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Towering above: The 14 tallest pro MMA fighters of all time

In a sport filled with some of the biggest, scariest humans on the planet, a select few stand above the pack – literally.
Over the course of recorded MMA history, only …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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6 frequently used UFC referees who competed as MMA fighters

The third man in the cage isn’t why the masses tune in to watch fights.
However, officials used by major promotions on a frequent basis often rack up more cage-time on …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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16 UFC fighters past and present who run their own MMA promotions

In the fight game, fighters fight and promoters largely promote. It’s a nearly exclusive rule, but there are some exceptions.
While promoters never fight, occasionally a fighter will promote.
An increasing trend …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Ex-Mac Sparring Partner Predicts Jake Paul KO

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 4:16 am By
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UFC Fight Night 224 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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Posted on May 23, 2023, 2:16 am By
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Merab Dvalishvili gives timeline for possible Henry Cejudo fight, confident in his MMA wrestling

Merab Dvalishvili has accepted Henry Cejudo’s callout, but he can’t fight until the end of the year.
After getting edged out by bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288, Cejudo (16-3 …read more

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Video: Is Francis Ngannou's PFL deal a game changer for MMA?

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou officially ended his free agency after signing a landmark contract with the PFL last week.
The deal will pay him an undisclosed minimum purse for his …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Jake Paul claims Nate Diaz turned down MMA fight against him: ‘He has refused it’

According to Jake Paul himself, Stocktons own Nate Diaz has turned down an MMA fight against him. This comes as surprising news, but as of yet there has been no …read more

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Posted on May 22, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Michael Bisping: Conor McGregor ‘needs to get off the good stuff, get back on protein shakes and porridge’

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Like most MMA fans, Michael Bisping wants to see Conor McGregor return to face Michael Chandler sooner …read more

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Highlights! Did This Inverted Omoplata Really Happen?

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The mixed martial arts (MMA) gods graced fight fans with a rare submission finish earlier today (Sat., May 20, 2023) at Oktagon 43 …read more

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Posted on May 20, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Video: Louis Glismann enters submission of the year race with rare inverted omoplata at OKTAGON 43

Inverted omoplata submissions don’t happen often in MMA, but it did in Prague this weekend for OKTAGON MMA.
In the welterweight featured matchup of OKTAGON 43, Denmark’s Louis Glismann took …read more

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Midnight Mania Highlights! 51-Year-Old Houston Alexander Gets Brutalized, Wins Anyway

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Covington Tells ‘Funk Master’ How To Silence Doubters

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Colby Covington is one of the most hated fighters in all of mixed martial arts (MMA) so when he starts …read more

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Posted on May 20, 2023, 1:16 am By
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Tyson Fury not interested in MMA match with Jon Jones: 'I'm not a cagefighter, mate'

Tyson Fury has no interest in partaking in mixed martial arts, so if Jon Jones wants a piece of him, it would have to happen in a boxing ring.
That was …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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MMA divisional rankings: After Jailton Almeida and Johnny Walker get big wins, they're in

Almeida is in top 10 at heavyweight, Walker at light heavy and Derek Brunson at middleweight in the ESPN rankings. …read more

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Identifying the best upcoming MMA fights, heavyweights and 'Ruthless' moments

With newly booked fights on the calendar and the return of Francis Ngannou, we look ahead to what intrigues us most in MMA. …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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5 realistic opponent options for Francis Ngannou in PFL

Francis Ngannou’s free agency, at least in MMA, came to an end this week. Now that PFL is his new home after signing a groundbreaking deal, many are wondering what …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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UFC Vegas 73: ‘Dern Vs Hill’ Predictions

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is just one day away from the upcoming UFC Vegas 73 mixed martial arts (MMA) event, …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 1:46 pm By
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Robert Whittaker sounds off on MMA media for disrespecting “scary individual” Dricus du Plessis

Ready for war …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 8:17 am By
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Midnight Mania! ‘A Ripple That Forces Change’

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Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to Midnight …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Fighters react to Jon Jones vs. Tyson Fury drama: ‘Not even a debate’

A Jon Jones vs. Tyson Fury fantasy fight got fighters talking online after Joe Rogan’s podcast brought both fighters into a social media spat.
Predictably, MMA fighters picked Jones to …read more

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Posted on May 19, 2023, 12:17 am By
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MMA Twitter reacts to new Netflix Conor McGregor documentary

“McGregor Forever” began airing on Netflix on Wednesday, May 18 and within hours many MMA fans has already binged all four episodes. Those fans took their thought to Twitter, in …read more

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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Francis Ngannou ended his MMA free agency as the former UFC heavyweight champion signed a new deal with the PFL. While there are still more questions that need to be …read more

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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PFL CEO Peter Murray calls Francis Ngannou signing MMA’s ‘most lucrative’ deal, says PFL is hands-off with boxing career 

Francis Ngannou ended his free agency after signing his landmark PFL deal, earning a contract that not only will pay him millions of dollars but offer the kinds of concessions …read more

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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UFC veterans in MMA, bareknuckle boxing, and karate action May 19-20

This week, the UFC returns home to Las Vegas for UFC Fight Night 224, headlined by a strawweight bout between Mackenzie Dern and Angela Hill.
UFC Fight Night 224 also features a …read more

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Morning Report: Brendan Schaub questions sustainability of Francis Ngannou’s ‘game-changing’ PFL contract

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Francis Ngannou is making waves in the MMA world like never before.
Practically as soon as “The Predator” …read more

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 12:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Lee Scores SCARY ‘Gladiator’ For UFC Return

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Angela Hill UFC Vegas 73 Media Day Video

Angela Hill spoke with the MMA media on Wednesday ahead of her UFC Vegas 73 main event showdown with Mackenzie Dern. Hill and Dern square off Saturday at the UFC …read more

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Mackenzie Dern UFC Vegas 73 Media Day Video

Mackenzie Dern spoke with the MMA media on Wednesday ahead of her UFC Vegas 73 main event showdown with Angela Hill. Dern and Hill square off Saturday at the UFC …read more

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Posted on May 18, 2023, 3:16 am By
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MMA Prospect Watch: Luis Gurule

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The common goal among most up-and-coming regional (or international) mixed martial arts (MMA) prospects is to one day compete for Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 8:46 pm By
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Fake News? Sterling’s Coach Stupefied By Boston Booking

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and Professional Fighters League (PFL) were the talk of the mixed martial arts (MMA) town on Tuesday after “The Predator” announced a game-changing contract …read more

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Daniel Cormier lauds Francis Ngannou for 'setting a new standard' in free agency: 'It makes MMA feel real'

Now Daniel Cormier is applauding Francis Ngannou for raising the bar when it comes to free agency in mixed martial arts.
Ngannou failed to come to terms on a new deal …read more

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VIOLENCE! Latest UFC 291 Fight Card, PPV Lineup

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The BMF title is back! Two of the most violent lightweights in the history of MMA, …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Roundtable: Was Francis Ngannou’s free agency gambit a success? Plus predicting his first PFL opponent

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Francis Ngannou is no longer an MMA free agent.
More than five months after departing the UFC as its heavyweight champion, Ngannou …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Anthony Smith slams door on MMA retirement following UFC Charlotte loss: ‘I’m not going out like that’

Despite speculation that his mixed martial arts career was currently in limbo off the back of last weekend’s one-sided unanimous decision loss to Johnny Walker, one-time light heavyweight title challenger, …read more

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Sean Strickland disparages tributes to the late MMA fighter Shalie Lipp: ‘She wasn’t that f*cking good’

Outspoken UFC middleweight contender Sean Strickland may have finally stepped over the line.

Sean Strickland has never been one to shy away from giving his often unwanted and typically unwelcomed opinion …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 12:46 pm By
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Morning Report: Daniel Cormier says Francis Ngannou ‘has set a new standard’ in MMA, makes the sport ‘feel real’

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Francis Ngannou has found his new fighting home.
The MMA community started to feel like things were looking bleak regarding Ngannou’s …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 12:16 pm By
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Pro Fighters react to Francis Ngannou’s new contract with PFL: “Congrats on the biggest deal in MMA history”

A parade of fighters have given their thoughts on the news that Francis Ngannou has opted to sign a deal with the PFL. Earlier this week, it was announced that …read more

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Midnight Mania! Brown Banks $250k In Top UFC Charlotte Payout

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 4:16 am By
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Bangers! Two Title Fights Official For UFC 292

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has quite the summer in store for the mixed martial arts (MMA) world.
UFC …read more

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Posted on May 16, 2023, 11:46 pm By
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Megan Olivi issues apology after referring to Jamahal Hill as an interim champion during UFC on ABC 4 broadcast

Megan Olivi has issued an apology after referring to Jamahal Hill as an interim champion during the UFC on ABC 4 broadcast. Olivi, an MMA analyst and interviewer, has established …read more

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Posted on May 16, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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‘Biggest deal in MMA history’: Pros react Francis Ngannou’s historic PFL signing

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Francis Ngannou has made his decision.
The former UFC heavyweight champion is headed to the PFL and will compete next year in …read more

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Posted on May 16, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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MMA fighters, Twitter reacts to massive PFL signing of Francis Ngannou

The wait is over. We now know what Francis Ngannou is doing next … kind of.

The PFL confirmed the former UFC heavyweight champion had signed after an initial report …read more

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Posted on May 16, 2023, 3:46 pm By
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Francis Ngannou Signs with Professional Fighters League

After months of speculation, MMA’s biggest free agent has landed. …read more

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Georges St-Pierre reveals Khabib Nurmagomedov was set to call him out for 2020 fight in UFC

Former UFC champion, Georges St-Pierre reveals more details of the formerly proposed Khabib Nurmagomedov fight.

Following his fight with Justin Gaethje, Nurmagomedov chocked the MMA world when he announced his retirement. …read more

Source:: Cagepotato

Ex-UFC champ, top free agent Ngannou joins PFL

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, one of the biggest free agents in MMA history, has signed an expansive, multi-fight deal with the Professional Fighters League. …read more

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Midnight Mania! 180-Pound Aljo Frustrated By August ‘Suga’ Show

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Doumbe’s PFL Contract Is ‘10 Times Better’ Than UFC’s

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Cedric Doumbe’s mixed martial arts (MMA) negotiation roller-coaster ride has come to an end as he gets set to embark …read more

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Posted on May 16, 2023, 2:16 am By
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UFC on ABC 4 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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Weekend reflections: UFC needs more from the rising heavyweights; a new pair of siblings atop MMA

This weekend’s MMA action resulted in excitement in the UFC’s heavyweight division and a firm spotlight being placed on two brothers who are on a roll in the cage. …read more

Source:: ESPN

Posted on May 15, 2023, 2:17 pm By
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5 biggest takeaways from UFC on ABC 4: Will – and should – Anthony Smith retire from MMA?

What mattered most at UFC on ABC 4 in Charlotte, N.C.? Here are a few post-fight musings … …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Posted on May 14, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Twitter reacts: MMA community celebrates Mother's Day on social media

It’s another Mother’s Day, and despite being some of the toughest and most tenacious characters in all of sports, MMA fighters aren’t against well wishes.
Check below to see a collection …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Posted on May 14, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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2020 Olympic medalist Bekzod Abdurakhmonov to fight for Combat FC, sets sights on UFC

An Olympic medalist has his sights set back on MMA – and the UFC.
Uzbekistan’s Bekzod Abdurakhmonov, a bronze medalist in the 2020 Olympic games in 74kg freestyle wrestling, will compete …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Dana White addresses death of rising MMA talent Shalie Lipp

UFC president Dana White was a little more emotional than usual at Saturday night’s UFC Charlotte post-fight press conference, though it had nothing to do with the fight card. It …read more

Source:: MMAWeekly

With Bellator title shot in hand, Fabian Edwards motivated by brother Leon's UFC champion status

The Edwards brothers are making big waves in the MMA world.
With his brother, Leon, owning the UFC welterweight title belt, Fabian Edwards is eager to join him as a titleholder …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Posted on May 14, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Rampage Jackson’s Son Wins Final Ammy By TKO

Like father, like son.
Raja Jackson, son of mixed martial arts (MMA) legend Rampage Jackson finished Hastings McMillan via TKO last night (Sat. May 13, 2023) at United Fight League 2 …read more

Source:: MMAMania

Misfits Boxing 7 video: Anthony Taylor ends the undefeated run of Salt Papi

Misfits Boxing

Salt Papi’s reign of terror in Misfits Boxing hit a snag by the name of Anthony Taylor.
Taylor, a former MMA fighter and Bellator …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

Francis Ngannou teases next move in May 16 announcement

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Francis Ngannou is teasing his next move four months after he became the highest-profile free agent in MMA.
The former UFC …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

Posted on May 13, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Cody Stamann: ‘Real fans know that bantamweight is definitely the most talented division’

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Bantamweight has arguably become the deepest weight class in all of MMA, but you don’t need to …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

Bellator 297's Kyle Crutchmer explains recent move from AKA to Fortis MMA

DALLAS – When you’re one of the most highly touted up-and-coming wrestlers in MMA, a move from one elite training camp to another is going to raise a few eyebrows.
But …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Posted on May 13, 2023, 1:46 pm By
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