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UFC featherweight Arnold Allen eyeing Yair Rodriguez or Brian Ortega in first quarter of 2025

Arnold Allen got back on track earlier this year following the first skid of his career. 

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Dan Ige feels confident after Diego Lopes ‘made it look easy’ vs. Brian Ortega at UFC 306
Dan Ige feels confident after Diego Lopes ‘made it look easy’ vs. Brian Ortega at UFC 306

Watching Diego Lopes dominate Brian Ortega gave Dan Ige a better gauge of where he stands in the UFC featherweight division. 

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Brian Ortega vows “to make some moves to get better” after UFC 306 loss

Have to get better 

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Brian Ortega reacts to UFC 306 loss: ‘I’ve got to make some moves to get better’
Brian Ortega reacts to UFC 306 loss: ‘I’ve got to make some moves to get better’

A swollen Brian Ortega speaks about his UFC 306 loss for the first time. 

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Brian Ortega issues statement on UFC 306 loss to Diego Lopes

Bad Day 

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Diego Lopes calls UFC 306 win over Brian Ortega ‘a message to the whole division’

Diego Lopes didn’t mess around Saturday at Sphere. 

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Pros react after Diego Lopes defeat Brian Ortega at UFC 306

Mr. Dynamic! 

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Diego Lopes batters Brian Ortega in dominant decision win – Noche UFC Highlights
Diego Lopes batters Brian Ortega in dominant decision win – Noche UFC Highlights

Surging featherweight contender, Diego Lopes has chalked up the biggest victory of his short Octagon tenure so far, bloodying… 

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UFC 306 social media reactions: Diego Lopes’ beatdown of Brian Ortega leads to calls for title shot
UFC 306 social media reactions: Diego Lopes’ beatdown of Brian Ortega leads to calls for title shot

The MMA community reacted to Diego Lopes’ lopsided decision victory against Brian Ortega at UFC 306. 

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UFC 306 results: Diego Lopes brutalizes Brian Ortega for 3 rounds to win lopsided decision
UFC 306 results: Diego Lopes brutalizes Brian Ortega for 3 rounds to win lopsided decision

Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Diego Lopes picked up the biggest win of his career with a lopsided victory over Brian Ortega in a featured… 

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Diego Lopes batters Brian Ortega in UFC 306 decision win
Diego Lopes batters Brian Ortega in UFC 306 decision win

The UFC 306 main card featured a featherweight bout between third-ranked Brian Ortega and rising star Diego Lopes. 

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UFC 306 live blog: Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes
UFC 306 live blog: Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes

Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes face off ahead of UFC 306 | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC This is the UFC 306 live blog for… 

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Video: UFC 306 ceremonial weigh-in faceoffs with Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes, more

UFC 306 ceremonial weigh-ins are complete, and the fighters came face-to-face one final time before Saturday’s event. 

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Brian Ortega not sure UFC 306 win over Diego Lopes gets title shot, but loves ‘badass fights that everyone will like’

Brian Ortega won’t hold his breath for a UFC title shot should he beat Diego Lopes at Saturday’s UFC 306. 

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Video: UFC 306 full card press conference faceoffs with Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes, more

All 10 bouts on Saturday’s UFC 306 card had faceoffs outside Sphere in Las Vegas following the pre-fight press conference. 

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

Finish the story 

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

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

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Diego Lopes “Ready for war” against Brian Ortega at UFC 306 then Corners Alexa Grasso
Diego Lopes “Ready for war” against Brian Ortega at UFC 306 then Corners Alexa Grasso

The Brazilian-Mexican Diego Lopes will look to get a quick finish in his featherweight bout against Brian Ortega, then… 

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Brian Ortega explains why he may move up to lightweight after UFC 306: “It’s like a line to fight for the (145) belt”

Interesting 

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Brian Ortega admits he’s “thankful” the UFC pulled him from June matchup against Diego Lopes: “They were looking out for me”

Thankful 

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Brian Ortega threw stupidity to the curb (again) before UFC 306 at Sphere

Brian Ortega admits he hasn’t been perfect – but has grown as a person and a fighter ahead of UFC 306 at Sphere. 

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Diego Lopes aims to beat Brian Ortega then corner Alexa Grasso at UFC 306: ‘That’s absolutely the plan’

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

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Daniel Cormier issues warning to Brian Ortega heading into Noche UFC

Cormier speaks his truth 

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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes Betting Odds and Matchup Preview
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes Betting Odds and Matchup Preview

Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes is a key fight in the featherweight division at UFC 306. The veteran contender… 

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UFC 306’s Diego Lopes: Win over Brian Ortega puts my name ‘on the table’ for title shot

Diego Lopes believes a win over Brian Ortega at UFC 306 puts his name on the shortlist for a title shot. 

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Ilia Topuria sees Diego Lopes as strong candidate for UFC title shot if he beats Brian Ortega

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

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

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

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Sean O’Malley, Brian Ortega open as underdogs at UFC 306
Sean O’Malley, Brian Ortega open as underdogs at UFC 306

Sean O’Malley | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting Sean O’Malley will have to overcome the odds to keep his bantamweight title. UFC recently announced O’Malley will… 

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Posted on July 31, 2024, 11:00 pm By
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Sean O’Malley and Brian Ortega open as betting underdogs for September’s Noche UFC event at the Sphere

The underdogs 

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Brian Ortega recalls hectic 48 hours that led to UFC 303 withdrawal: “I didn’t come back to life”

‘Body gave out’ 

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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes Rebooking Completes Noche UFC Lineup

The 20 participants for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s extravaganza at The Sphere have all been selected. 

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

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

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Brian Ortega releases statement after withdrawal from fight at UFC 303: ‘My body gave out on me’
Brian Ortega releases statement after withdrawal from fight at UFC 303: ‘My body gave out on me’

Slated to compete at UFC 303 over the course of last weekend up until 4 hours ahead of his… 

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Brian Ortega releases first statement since falling off UFC 303 on fight day
Brian Ortega releases first statement since falling off UFC 303 on fight day

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Brian Ortega broke his silence on Wednesday after enduring a disastrous UFC 303 fight week that ended… 

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Posted on July 3, 2024, 10:41 pm By
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Brian Ortega shares update on health after withdrawing from UFC 303 on fight day

Update 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Brian Ortega’s manager explains sudden UFC 303 pull-out: “He couldn’t recover or keep anything down”

Brutal Illness 

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

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

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Brian Ortega out, Dan Ige steps in to fight Diego Lopes at UFC 303

Wild! 

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Diego Lopes reacts to Brian Ortega matchup at UFC 303, picks Max Holloway to beat Ilia Topuria
Diego Lopes reacts to Brian Ortega matchup at UFC 303, picks Max Holloway to beat Ilia Topuria

Diego Lopes could make a huge statement to the top of the UFC featherweight division when he faces his toughest test to date on Saturday.… 

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UFC 303 weigh-ins video: Brian Ortega, Diego Lopes hit marks for newly agreed-to lightweight co-main

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

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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick: Will the all-grappler UFC 303 co-main become a slugfest?
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes prediction, pick: Will the all-grappler UFC 303 co-main become a slugfest?

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

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Daniel Cormier pitches opponent for Brian Ortega’s UFC lightweight debut

DC’s Pitch 

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

Prediction 

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Brian Ortega shares the dark backstory behind his iconic UFC 266 ‘Purge’ walkout

Backstory 

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

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

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Brian Ortega reveals disturbing origin story behind ‘The Purge’-themed walkout
Brian Ortega reveals disturbing origin story behind ‘The Purge’-themed walkout

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Brian Ortega produced one of the most creative and memorable walkouts in recent history when he and his coaches all… 

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Diego Lopes won’t ‘sit and wait’ for title shot if victorious over Brian Ortega at UFC 303

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

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Alexander Volkanovski points to Brian Ortega’s durability, ‘granite chin’ as keys to UFC 303 win over Diego Lopes
Alexander Volkanovski points to Brian Ortega’s durability, ‘granite chin’ as keys to UFC 303 win over Diego Lopes

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

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Brian Ortega planning lightweight move after UFC 303
Brian Ortega planning lightweight move after UFC 303

Brian Ortega | Photo credit should read Luis Marin/ Eyepix Group/Future Publishing via Getty Images Brian Ortega has done it all at featherweight—outside of capturing… 

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Posted on June 25, 2024, 10:00 pm By
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Brian Ortega before UFC 303: Diego Lopes’ submission threat ‘something that I’m not accustomed to’

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

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Brian Ortega to donate $100K of UFC 303 purse to church after experiencing life-changing ‘Man Camp’

Brian Ortega’s plan to make a six-figure donation to Fearless Church after UFC 303 is “the main reason” why he agreed to fight on 17… 

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Brian Ortega confirms plans for move up to lightweight following UFC 303

Interesting 

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Brian Ortega moving to lightweight after short-notice UFC 303 fight: ‘There’s no title fight for me’

Two-time title challenger Brian Ortega intends to move up to the lightweight division after his short-notice UFC 303 fight vs. Diego Lopes. 

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Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes: Odds and what to know ahead of UFC 303 co-main event
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes: Odds and what to know ahead of UFC 303 co-main event

The opening odds for the UFC 303 co-main event have Diego Lopes favored to take a massive career leap vs. perennial contender Brian Ortega. 

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Diego Lopes: UFC 303 fight vs. Brian Ortega ‘could define who’s got best jiu-jitsu’ at featherweight

Will Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes determine who’s the best jiu-jitsu fighter at featherweight? 

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Diego Lopes: If I finish Brian Ortega at UFC 303, ‘there’s no doubt I deserve a title shot’
Diego Lopes: If I finish Brian Ortega at UFC 303, ‘there’s no doubt I deserve a title shot’

Diego Lopes will look to capitalize on a massive opportunity at UFC 303. 

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Diego Lopes believes win over Brian Ortega at UFC 303 will lead to a title shot: “There’s no doubt”

Title Shot 

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UFC 303: Diego Lopes vs. Brian Ortega added, Anthony Smith replaces Jamahal Hill vs. Carlos Ulberg
UFC 303: Diego Lopes vs. Brian Ortega added, Anthony Smith replaces Jamahal Hill vs. Carlos Ulberg

The UFC 303 card is in the process of a significant makeover, and Diego Lopes vs. Brian Ortega is going to be part of the… 

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Brian Ortega responds after being called out by former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling

It’s time 

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Aljamain Sterling calls out Brian Ortega following dominant win over Calvin Kattar at UFC 300: “I’m undeniable”

This would be fun 

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Aljamain Sterling calls for Brian Ortega after UFC 300 win: ‘I beat a guy like him, and I’m undeniable’

Aljamain Sterling wants to fight Brian Ortega following his featherweight debut win at Saturday’s UFC 300. 

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Jon Anik wants to see Brian Ortega face Movsar Evloev in five-round title eliminator
Jon Anik wants to see Brian Ortega face Movsar Evloev in five-round title eliminator

Jon Anik thinks Brian Ortega should take on one more top contender before getting a title shot. 

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Coach reveals Brian Ortega suffered a sizable cut weeks before UFC Mexico City
Coach reveals Brian Ortega suffered a sizable cut weeks before UFC Mexico City

Featherweight contender Brian Ortega suffered a sizable cut weeks before his UFC Mexico win over Yair Rodriguez. 

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PHOTO | Coach reveals cut Brian Ortega sustained just weeks before UFC Mexico City that required “14 stitches”

Cut 

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Rener Gracie reveals Brian Ortega suffered nasty cut three weeks before UFC Mexico fight vs. Yair Rodriguez

Brian Ortega dealt with even more adversity before entering the cage at UFC Fight Night 237. 

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Coach reveals photos of nasty cut above Brian Ortega’s eye suffered 3 weeks before UFC Mexico City main event
Coach reveals photos of nasty cut above Brian Ortega’s eye suffered 3 weeks before UFC Mexico City main event

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Despite a fair amount of bad luck, Brian Ortega still got a huge win at UFC Mexico… 

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Jon Anik reveals who he would like to see Brian Ortega fight next: “5-round main event as a championship title eliminator”

T-City’s next step 

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Brian Ortega opens as betting favorite as next foe for UFC star Ilia Topuria in title fight
Brian Ortega opens as betting favorite as next foe for UFC star Ilia Topuria in title fight

Former two-time featherweight championship challenger, Brian Ortega has opened as a significant betting favorite to emerge as the next… 

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Brian Ortega shakes up the featherweight rankings following win at UFC Mexico City

T-City rises 

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Aljamain Sterling believes he could “exploit” the wrestling of both Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez after watching UFC Mexico City

Aljo has spoken 

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Brian Ortega opens as betting favorite to be Ilia Topuria’s first title defense
Brian Ortega opens as betting favorite to be Ilia Topuria’s first title defense

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Brian Ortega may have punched his ticket to a third title shot. Despite coming off a 19-month… 

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Aljamain Sterling on Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez: ‘The wrestling aspect, I could exploit that’
Aljamain Sterling on Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez: ‘The wrestling aspect, I could exploit that’

Aljamain Sterling has a bunch of new challenges awaiting him as he makes his featherweight debut. 

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Yair Rodriguez staying positive following submission loss to Brian Ortega at UFC Fight Night 237
Yair Rodriguez staying positive following submission loss to Brian Ortega at UFC Fight Night 237

Yair Rodriguez reacts to his submission loss to Brian Ortega at Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 237. 

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Dana White reacts to Brian Ortega’s impressive comeback win over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City

Reaction 

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Brian Ortega explains freak UFC Mexico City injury, calls out ‘disrespectful’ behavior toward Alexander Volkanovski
Brian Ortega explains freak UFC Mexico City injury, calls out ‘disrespectful’ behavior toward Alexander Volkanovski

Brian Ortega | Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images It had been close to two years since Brian Ortega last competed in the… 

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Brian Ortega welcomes title fight with Ilia Topuria after UFC Mexico win: ‘I’m happy to go to Spain’
Brian Ortega welcomes title fight with Ilia Topuria after UFC Mexico win: ‘I’m happy to go to Spain’

Turning in his first victory inside the Octagon in four years overnight, former two-time featherweight title challenger, Brian Ortega… 

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Brian Ortega reacts to bizarre ankle roll before big UFC Mexico win, plays it cool on possible title shot
Brian Ortega reacts to bizarre ankle roll before big UFC Mexico win, plays it cool on possible title shot

Brian Ortega waited 19 months to come back only to have a final unexpected obstacle before rallying to submit Yair Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night… 

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UFC Mexico City bonuses: Brian Ortega cashes extra $50K for gutsy comback win
UFC Mexico City bonuses: Brian Ortega cashes extra $50K for gutsy comback win

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Brian Ortega’s long-awaited return at UFC Mexico City turned out to be one to remember. Fighting the… 

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UFC Fight Night 237 bonuses: Brian Ortega’s comeback upset nets extra $50,000
UFC Fight Night 237 bonuses: Brian Ortega’s comeback upset nets extra $50,000

After UFC Fight Night 237, four fighters picked up an extra $50,000 for their performances in Mexico City. 

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‘Silenced the crowd’: Pros react to Brian Ortega’s unreal comeback win over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City
‘Silenced the crowd’: Pros react to Brian Ortega’s unreal comeback win over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City

Brian Ortega | Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Brian Ortega has done it again. A fighter known for his flair for the… 

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UFC Fight Night 237 results: Brian Ortega rolls ankle during introduction, rallies to tap Yair Rodriguez anyway
UFC Fight Night 237 results: Brian Ortega rolls ankle during introduction, rallies to tap Yair Rodriguez anyway

Brian Ortega’s first attempt vs. Yair Rodriguez ended in injury and a loss. The second attempt started with an injury and ended with a win. 

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UFC Mexico City video: Brian Ortega pulls off incredible comeback to submit Yair Rodriguez in third round
UFC Mexico City video: Brian Ortega pulls off incredible comeback to submit Yair Rodriguez in third round

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images It looked like disaster struck for Brian Ortega again but this time he somehow snatched victory from… 

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Brian Ortega rallies, lands submission win over Yair Rodríguez in back and forth rematch – UFC Mexico City Highlights
Brian Ortega rallies, lands submission win over Yair Rodríguez in back and forth rematch – UFC Mexico City Highlights

Turning in his first victory since 2020, former featherweight title challenger, Brian Ortega was forced to rally from some… 

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Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez 2 full fight video highlights
Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez 2 full fight video highlights

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images Watch Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez 2 full fight video highlights from the co-main event of UFC… 

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Pros react after Brian Ortega submits Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City

Reactions 

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UFC Mexico City live blog: Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega 2
UFC Mexico City live blog: Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega 2

Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega rematch in the co-main event of UFC Mexico City. | Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images This is… 

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Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega full fight video
Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega full fight video

Yair Rodriguez defeated Brian Ortega in their first meeting. | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC Watch Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega full fight video to… 

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UFC Fight Night 237 video: Yair Rodriguez, Brian Ortega show love at final faceoff

Check out the final staredown between Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega ahead of their co-main event bout at UFC Fight Night 237. 

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Michael Bisping: ‘It’s now or never for Brian Ortega’ at UFC Mexico
Michael Bisping: ‘It’s now or never for Brian Ortega’ at UFC Mexico

Michael Bisping thinks Brian Ortega faces a must-win situation at UFC Mexico. 

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UFC Fight Night 237 video: Yair Rodriguez, Brian Ortega on weight for Mexico City rematch

The co-main event of UFC Fight Night 237 is official after both Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega made the featherweight limit. 

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Brian Ortega details his spiritual rebirth ahead of return at UFC Mexico City: “I had to just pluck away and be alone for a long time”

T-City’s next step 

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Pro fighters make their picks for Yair Rodriguez vs. Brian Ortega 2

Fighter predictions 

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Brian Ortega addresses Alexander Volkanovski’s shocking loss: ‘It didn’t seem like it was the same Volk’
Brian Ortega addresses Alexander Volkanovski’s shocking loss: ‘It didn’t seem like it was the same Volk’

Photo by Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images Brian Ortega doesn’t believe Ilia Topuria fought the same Alexander Volkanovski that he did nearly three years ago.… 

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Brian Ortega praises Ilia Topuria, but thinks Alexander Volkanovski looked off at UFC 298

Brian Ortega thinks Alexander Volkanovski looked off at UFC 298. 

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Yair Rodriguez never wanted to fight Brian Ortega, but can’t wait to ‘f*ck up’ Ilia Topuria

Just the mention of UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria is enough to cause Yair Rodriguez to spew expletives. 

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Brian Ortega doesn’t think Alexander Volkanovski looked “like the same Volk” against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298

Not the same 

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Brian Ortega explains ‘rebirth’ during time off, views UFC Mexico as ‘a continuation’ vs. Yair Rodriguez

Brian Ortega found inspiration in a myth heading into his UFC Fight Night 237 rematch against Yair Rodriguez. 

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