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Israel Adesanya’s coach cautious of potential Khamzat Chimaev fight at UFC 300: ‘We have to prepare’

Former two-weight middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya’s head coach, Eugene Bareman has revealed that he and the former titleholder have been open to the prospect that they eventually stand opposite Khamzat …read more

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Nate Diaz ready to bring ‘Real war’ to Conor McGregor in long-Awaited UFC trilogy fight

Nate Diaz is once again teasing a long-awaited trilogy bout with Irish megastar Conor McGregor.

It’s been more than seven years since Diaz and McGregor lit up the Octagon with the …read more

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Dricus du Plessis claims Sean Strickland admitted defeat at UFC 297: ‘You definitely beat me’

Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland at UFC 297 | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images

Dricus du Plessis claims Sean Strickland admitted …read more

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Carla Esparza denies retirement rumors, explains ‘intelligent approach’ to comeback

Carla Esparza is not hanging up the gloves.
Rumors of the former UFC strawweight champion’s retirement began swirling after the algorithm-based X account UFC Roster Watch signaled Esparza (19-7 MMA, 10-5 …read more

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UFC 298 Card Fills Out With Four Intriguing Bouts

UFC’s Return To Anaheim Receives A Quartet Of Fascinating Bouts 
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Main Event Spotlight | UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs Imavov

Take A Closer Look At The Middleweight Main Event Between Roman Dolidze and Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs Imavov in Las Vegas
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Flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja to defend title on May 4 at UFC 301 in Rio — But against who?

Alexandre Pantoja is gearing up to defend his flyweight title later this year when the UFC returns to Rio de Janeiro. Against whom is of no consequence.

After besting Brandon …read more

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Israel Adesanya’s cautious of potential Khamzat Chimaev fight at UFC 300: ‘We have to prepare’

Former two-weight middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya’s head coach, Eugene Bareman has revealed that he and the former titleholder have been open to the prospect that they eventually stand opposite Khamzat …read more

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UFC commentator Jon Anik issues apology to the MMA fan base: “I was in a heightened emotional state”

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Jon Anik issues apology for MMA fan criticism: ‘I was in a heightened emotional state’

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Jon Anik didn’t mean what he said.
This past week, Anik made headlines when the …read more

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‘I Was In A Heightened Emotional State’

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Jon Anik has backtracked his comments about quitting UFC after being attacked by some angry Sean Strickland …read more

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Vince McMahon resigns from TKO Group and WWE amid assault and trafficking allegations

Vince McMahon, executive chairman of the board of TKO Group Holdings and founder of sports entertainment juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment, has resigned from his position at both companies.

The news comes according …read more

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Vince McMahon resigns from TKO Group and WWE amid assault and trafficking allegations, issues statement

Vince McMahon, executive chairman of the board of TKO Group Holdings and founder of sports entertainment juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment, has resigned from his position at both companies.

The news comes according …read more

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UFC commentator Jon Anik apologizes for criticizing MMA fan base: ‘I made some regrettable comments’

Jon Anik has issued an apology to the MMA fan base.
The UFC play-by-play commentator took to Instagram on Saturday to apologize to MMA fans for his comments expressing his frustration …read more

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Garry Tonon reveals best MMA grapplers, how he’s adapted style to pull off submissions

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Garry Tonon definitely knows a thing or two about grappling.
As a second degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt who carries a long list of …read more

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Sean Strickland responds to Jon Anik’s frustration with MMA fans: ‘These people are the way you have a paycheck’

Sean Strickland has fired back at UFC commentator Jon Anik for airing his frustration with the MMA fan base.
Anik revealed this week that he’s been feeling disappointed with the MMA …read more

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Start Time, Full Match Details

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One of the biggest events in professional wrestling will unfold later tonight (Sat., Jan. 27, 2024) as Royal …read more

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Francis Ngannou expects to ‘do something that nobody has done before’ in pursuing boxing championship

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Francis Ngannou, two-sport world champion? It’s possible.
When Ngannou stepped into the ring with heavyweight …read more

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Sean Strickland urges Jon Anik to retire from UFC commentary: ‘Maybe the NFL would be a better choice for you’

Amid claims from long-time UFC play-by-play lead, Jon Anik that he may call time on his tenure as the promotion’s head commentator amid the influx of “malic” and rhetoric from …read more

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Alexandre Pantoja targets next UFC title defense in Brazil, coach envisions fourth Brandon Moreno fight

TORONTO – Alexandre Pantoja is more focused on the location of his next fight than who he will be defending his UFC flyweight title against.
After logging his first defense of the …read more

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Larissa Pacheco unsure if ‘arrogant’ Kayla Harrison can make 135 pounds for UFC debut vs. Holly Holm

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Two-time PFL lightweight champion Kayla Harrison has signed …read more

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Kayla Harrison backed to make 135 pounds in UFC 300 debut: ‘She’s already made it a couple of times’

Former two-time PFL (Professional Fighters League) lightweight tournament victor, Kayla Harrison will have no struggle making the 135 pound limit for the first time in her fighting career, according to …read more

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Frankie Edgar picks Michael Chandler ‘all the way’ over Conor McGregor in middleweight fight

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Frankie Edgar has his pick for the rumored Conor McGregor-Michael Chandler fight.
McGregor recently announced …read more

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McGregor Teases UFC 300 Return, Chandler Accepts Challenge

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UFC 300 may finally be getting the main event fight fans have been waiting for.
On late Friday night, Conor McGregor …read more

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Conor McGregor campaigns for UFC 300 main event fight with Michael Chandler: ‘Me on 300 seals the deal’

Former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor may have revealed he plans to headline UFC 302 at the end of June coming, however, the Dubliner claims a return on the already-massive UFC …read more

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Dricus du Plessis accuses Sean Strickland of admitting UFC 297 title fight loss: ‘You definitely beat me’

Newly-minted undisputed middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis claims recent foe, Sean Strickland actually admitted he was beaten in the Octagon by the former – in the immediate aftermath of their …read more

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Midnight Mania! ‘You Beat Me’

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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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Vince McMahon resigns from TKO Group Holdings following lawsuit alleging sexual abuse, trafficking

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Vince McMahon is out.
On Friday, WWE president Nick Khan informed employees that McMahon tendered his resignation as the executive chairman …read more

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Sean O’Malley says he “doesn’t care to think” about UFC 300

Doesn’t care …read more

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Sean Strickland ROASTS Jon Anik over leaving MMA comments

Despite being a UFC mainstay for over a decade, Jon Anik now might be on his way out of the sport. While many support the 45-year-old, Sean Strickland has taken …read more

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Video! Poirier Fans Should Be Scared By This Saint-Denis Training Montage

Joe Rogan wasn’t lying when he called Benoit Saint-Denis “next level” and suggested Dustin Poirier prepare his ass off for their matchup at UFC 299 this March.
While most should listen …read more

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Sean Strickland reacts after Jon Anik hints at career change due to toxic MMA fans: “These people are why you have a paycheck”

Career change? …read more

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Justin Gaethje likes Benoit Saint-Denis’ chances vs. Dustin Poirier at UFC 299

Justin Gaethje isn’t ruling out Benoit Saint-Denis’ chances against Dustin Poirier.
Rising contender Saint-Denis (13-1 MMA, 5-1 UFC) drew former interim lightweight champion Poirier (29-8 MMA, 21-7 UFC) for a five-round …read more

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Vince McMahon resigns from WWE, TKO positions amid sex trafficking allegations

(This story originally published on MMA Junkie sister-site WrestlingJunkie.com)
When WWE merged with UFC, Vince McMahon remained TKO Group Holding’s Executive Chairman and board member, with a public appearance on behalf …read more

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McMahon Resigns From TKO, WWE

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Vince McMahon has officially resigned from Executive chairman of TKO Group Holdings and all roles relating to World Wrestling …read more

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Sean Strickland chides Jon Anik, defends ‘savage’ UFC fans

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Sean Strickland continues to sell himself as the people’s champion of the UFC.
The former UFC middleweight …read more

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Slim Jim Pauses WWE Partnership On Eve Of Royal Rumble

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One major sponsor has already put a hold on its current dealings with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in the wake …read more

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Larissa Pacheco worried Kayla Harrison will ‘lose potency’ with bantamweight drop for UFC 300

Larissa Pacheco is among those who are concerned about Kayla Harrison’s ability to safely cut to the women’s bantamweight division.
Pacheco (23-4) has fought Harrison three times in her career, going …read more

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Justin Gaethje laments missed title fight with UFC rival Islam Makhachev: ‘I don’t know what’s going on’

A fight with Max Holloway was not Justin Gaethje’s first choice for his return to the Octagon at UFC 300.

Earlier this month, UFC CEO Dana White revealed that ‘The …read more

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Henry Cejudo diagnosed with ‘brain damage’ ahead of UFC 298 return: ‘Dr. Merab will fix this problem’

Move over Dr. Quinn, Dr. Nick, and Doogie Howser. We’ve got a new M.D. running things and his name is Dr. Merab.

Riding a nine-fight win streak, Merab Dvalishvili will head …read more

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PFL star Cedric Doumbe says UFC ‘f*cked up’ by releasing him before debut, doubts he’d sign again

Cedric Doumbe has all but closed the door on signing with the UFC in the future.
Doumbe (5-0) was expected to make his UFC debut in September 2022 against Darian Weeks …read more

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2024 Royal Rumble: UFC Edition!

It’s time for the next installment of WWE’s Royal Rumble this weekend in St. Petersburg, Florida. Even if you aren’t the biggest wrestling fan in the world it’s always entertaining …read more

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Alexandre Pantoja reveals date and location for next title defense

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UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja may have let the cat out of the bag on his second title defense. …read more

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Dricus Du Plessis claims Sean Strickland admitted he lost before UFC 297 scorecards were read

Admitted defeat …read more

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Jamahal Hill wants “biggest money fight” upon UFC return

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46-year-old Yoel Romero downplays age ahead of PFL vs. Bellator card: “My performances have been good!”

See You Soon …read more

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Murad Ramazanov details Khabib Nurmagomedov mentorship, jump from ONE Championship to PFL

Murad Ramazanov might be a newer name to some North American viewers, but his credentials and trajectory solidify him as a legitimate pickup for PFL. Just ask Darren Till.
Born in …read more

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Video: ‘Professor’ Merab Dvalishvili hilariously lays out UFC bantamweight title picture

Merab Dvalishvili has quite the sense of humor.
Scheduled to face former two-division champion Henry Cejudo at UFC 298 next month in Anaheim, Calif., Dvalishvili has put himself in a position …read more

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Sean Strickland reveals future plans to run for public office: “Could you picture me sitting across from AOC?”

Politician Strickland? …read more

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Tony Ferguson reveals he fought Paddy Pimblett with a torn MCL, undergoes knee surgery

Torn MCL …read more

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Jared Cannonier says he could be ready to fight at UFC 300, eyes Dricus Du Plessis or Khamzat Chimaev next

UFC 300 Return? …read more

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Conor McGregor shares sparring footage ahead of his anticipated return to the Octagon later this year

Irish megastar Conor McGregor is gearing up for his long-awaited return to the Octagon.

On New Year’s Day, McGregor revealed that he would step back inside the cage for the …read more

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DAMN! They Were Good: Kimbo Slice, a street legend turned MMA superstar

Kimbo Slice will try to make weight at the Bellator 138 weigh-ins Thursday. | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting

DAMN! They Were Good celebrates the careers …read more

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Justin Gaethje explains why he turned down Benoit Saint-Denis fight, responds to comments from Joe Rogan

Response …read more

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Dr. Merab Vows To Cure Brain-Damaged Cejudo

Move over Dr. Nick, there’s a new fictional quack in town.
Streaking UFC bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili has revealed that UFC 298 opponent and former two-division champion Henry Cejudo is suffering …read more

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Sean O’Malley says UFC 299 performance against Marlon Vera will be something “unseen before”

‘Masterful performance’ …read more

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‘MMA fans as a whole suck’: Fighters defend, support Jon Anik after concerns about UFC future

UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik isn’t sure how much longer he’ll be cageside as his resentment toward a portion of the MMA fanbase continues to grow.
Anik caught the attention of …read more

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Tony Ferguson undergoes knee surgery for injury suffered ahead of Paddy Pimblett fight

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Tony Ferguson might have been less than 100 percent in his most recent fight.
The …read more

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Takeru determined to dethrone Superlek in Japan: “I will give it my all”

“Absolutely” …read more

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Merab Dvalishvili releases hilarious video regarding future UFC bantamweight title fights

Professor Machine …read more

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Longtime commentator Joe Rogan hates one of UFC 300’s most exciting fights

While the main event remains a mystery, UFC 300 is shaping up to be the biggest event in the promotion’s 30+ year history.

UFC CEO Dana White has been drip-feeding …read more

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Sage Northcutt not afraid of Shinya Aoki’s jiu-jitsu: ‘It’s not just a grappling match’

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In some ways, Sage Northcutt has been preparing to fight Shinya Aoki for nearly three years.
Following a litany of injuries suffered in his …read more

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Ilia Topuria responds after Yair Rodriguez takes aim at his UFC resume: “They don’t use me as a rag in the fights”

A piece of advice …read more

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Conor McGregor looking for a fight? UFC star releases first sparring footage of 2024

It’s been almost a month since Conor McGregor announced his return to the UFC but without an official acknowledgment by the promotion – but at least it looks like he’s …read more

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Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez booked for UFC 300

Jessica Andrade has booked her first fight of 2024.
The former UFC strawweight champion is scheduled to take on top contender Marina Rodriguez on April 13 at UFC 300 in Las …read more

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Kayla Harrison Celebrates UFC Signing: ‘My Time is Now’

Kayla Harrison is grateful for the opportunity to compete under the Ultimate Fighting Championship banner. …read more

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New UFC 300 Fight Announced!

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Former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade will make her return for UFC 300.
If you think that’s a weak …read more

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Israel Adesanya’s coach names three fighters as “the most obvious options” for his UFC return

3 options …read more

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Tony Ferguson tore his MCL ahead of UFC 296 loss to Paddy Pimblett, undergoes surgery: ‘No despair, just repair’

Tony Ferguson blew out his MCL ahead of a UFC 296 return against Paddy Pimblett in December.

El Cucuy‘ is currently tied with Octagon legend BJ Penn for the longest …read more

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Former strawweight champion Jessica Andrade books a spot on UFC 300

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Heck of a Morning: Jon Anik deserves better, Alex Pereira’s next move, and more

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UFC lead commentator Jon Anik is getting a bit fed up with the negative portion of the …read more

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UFC 300 fight card and rumor tracker: Dana White promises main event ‘is going to be crazy’

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UFC 300 is expected to deliver a loaded lineup for the promotion’s historic April event.
Following one of …read more

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UFC 300 Update: Jessica Andrade to Take On Marina Rodriguez at Strawweight

An all-action battle in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s talent-rich strawweight division will treat the fans in April. …read more

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Former WWE employee accuses Vince McMahon of abuse and trafficking in federal lawsuit

An ex-WWE employee filed a federal lawsuit on Thursday accusing Vince McMahon and another former executive of sexual misconduct and trafficking.

According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, …read more

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Joanne Wood-Maryna Moroz Rematch Added to UFC 299

A rematch nine years in the making has been added to the already stacked UFC 299 billing. …read more

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Sorry Maggy, You Blew It!

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No. 3-ranked light heavyweight contender Magomed Ankalaev wants the next crack at the 205-pound title, insisting the “math” behind his …read more

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Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez set for UFC 300

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Another matchup between ranked contenders is set for UFC 300.
The promotion announced on Friday that a matchup between former strawweight …read more

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UFC’s Dan Hooker: If Beneil Dariush ‘wants to see if he’s still got it, well, I can check’

If Beneil Dariush wants to know if he’s still got it, Dan Hooker is happy to help him find out.
Dariush (22-6-1 MMA, 16-6-1 UFC) contemplated his fighting future after suffering …read more

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Joaquim Silva vs. Drakkar Klose Booked for UFC 301 in May

Brazilian Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight Joaquim Silva is getting a home game for the first time in ages. …read more

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Dricus Du Plessis’ manager was told by Team Adesanya that ‘Izzy would be ready’ for UFC 300

Despite fighting to a razor-thin and somewhat controversial split decision at UFC 297, Sean Strickland and new middleweight world champion Dricus Du Plessis will move on from one another.

UFC …read more

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Daniel Cormier scoffs at Jon Jones’ latest insults: ‘I’m not bitter’

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Daniel Cormier isn’t letting Jon Jones have the last word.
In the latest back-and-forth exchange …read more

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Karate Combat to hold fights in mansion backyard – hosted by Rick Ross, of course

If nothing else, Karate Combat is making itself stick out.
That’s a welcomed addition to the MMA landscape, one where the world’s leading fight promotion frequently hosts sparsely-attended events in a …read more

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Surgical Namo Fazil Dissects Jae Woong Yoon at ONE Friday Fights 49

It was as if Namo Fazil had carving knives for hands. …read more

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Ferguson Undergoes Surgery

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According to his social media hashtags, Tony Ferguson is making no excuses.
Buuuuuut he also wants his fans …read more

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Tony Ferguson says he fought Paddy Pimblett with torn MCL at UFC 296, reveals recent surgery

According to Tony Ferguson, he fought Paddy Pimblett with a serious knee injury.
Ferguson (25-10 MMA, 15-8 UFC) suffered his seventh consecutive loss when he was dominated by Pimblett at UFC …read more

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Jonathan Haggerty’s brother, Freddie Haggerty, scores brutal 2nd round KO in ONE Championship debut – ONE Friday Fights 49 Highlights

Freddie Haggerty made a big first impression in his ONE Championship debut.

Haggerty, who is the younger brother of reigning two-sport ONE world champion Jonathan Haggerty, made his promotional debut as …read more

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‘They Told Me Izzy Would Be Ready’

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UFC CEO Dana White doesn’t want to book an immediate rematch between newly-crowned middleweight champion Dricus Du …read more

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Josh Thomson, John McCarthy weigh in on Kayla Harrison’s UFC signing: ‘She went where the easier fights are’

Josh Thomson and John McCarthy don’t think Kayla Harrison is chasing better competition by going to the UFC.
After six years with PFL, Harrison opted to sign with the UFC. Harrison …read more

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Missed Fists: Dazed fighter punches air after brutal standing knockout

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Welcome to the latest edition of Missed Fists where we shine a light on fights from across the globe that may have been …read more

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‘Karma Is Going To Sting Your A—’

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Lesnar’s former opponent in the cage and courtroom threw more bile at the WWE superstar after he was implicated in …read more

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Sean Strickland coach takes responsibility for UFC 297 loss

Sean Strickland lost the middleweight championship at UFC 297 to Dricus Du Plessis via split decision.  The scoring of the fight has been feverishly debated since it was read by Bruce …read more

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Justin Gaethje: Max Holloway at UFC 300 wasn’t first choice, but ‘I kind of talked this into existence on accident’

Justin Gaethje was hoping his next fight would be for the UFC lightweight title, but things did not work out that way.
Instead of getting a shot at Islam Makhachev, Gaethje …read more

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Julianna Pena expects Amanda Nunes to have UFC comeback, but ‘she ain’t cutting no lines’

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Julianna Peña is confident the UFC hasn’t seen the last of Amanda Nunes.
A former two-division UFC champion, Nunes was in …read more

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Mac Snaps Back In 2024 Sparring Footage

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McGregor’s striking is fierce and his kicks are relentless in a new collection of sparring footage shot sometime in January …read more

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Posted on January 26, 2024, 1:43 pm By
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Morning Report: Justin Gaethje was ‘really confident’ his next fight would be Islam Makhachev

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Justin Gaethje will need at least one more win before he gets another shot at undisputed UFC …read more

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Former UFC champion Brock Lesnar named in WWE sex trafficking lawsuit

A huge story …read more

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Michael Bisping agrees with Stipe Miocic’s decision to turn down Tom Aspinall fight at UFC 300: “The man’s 42 years old in August”

Tom’s wait continues …read more

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Robert Whittaker explains why he’s picking “awkward” Dricus du Plessis to defeat Israel Adesanya

A big call …read more

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WWE star Cody Rhodes reveals he wanted to do one fight in the UFC: “Give me the worst guy possible”

Interesting …read more

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Dricus Du Plessis receives incredible reception at South African airport

The UFC crowed their first South African champion at UFC 297 on Jan. 20 in Toronto, Canada.  Dricus Du Plessis narrowly defeated Sean Strickland via split decision to win the 185-pound championship. …read more

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