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Gilbert Burns weighs in on Ian Garry's recent drama

Just when you think it’s at its worst, something else surfaces that causes Ian Garry even more backlash from the MMA world.
Initially, his threats to sue Sean Strickland were taken …read more

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Platinum Vs Gamebred? ‘It Would Be An Honor’

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Retired UFC welterweight Jorge Masvidal, like so many other MMA stars of past and present, got his start in the …read more

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Rampage Jackson takes aim at Daniel Cormier for comments about slam KO at UFC Austin: “Did he not watch PRIDE FC?”

“New to MMA?” …read more

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Revisiting our 2023 MMA bold predictions: Hits, misses and learnings

From Jake Paul and Nate Diaz’s crossover fight to the returns of Jon Jones and Henry Cejudo, we assess what we got right and wrong. …read more

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Video: Kyle Todrank pulls off twister at Fury FC 84 – in pro MMA debut

There’s good news and bad news for Kyle Todrank after his pro MMA debut.
The good news is, a twister submission right out of the gate is a hell of a …read more

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Posted on December 3, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier Encouraged to ‘Step In’ and win the heavyweight title once again

Could we see UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier make a comeback and once again claim the heavyweight world title?

According to famed MMA coach Firas Zahabi, that’s exactly what …read more

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Posted on December 3, 2023, 8:46 pm By
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On the Doorstep: 5 fighters who could make UFC with December 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 December 3, 2023, 3:46 pm By
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MMA community rages at referee Kerry Hatley for 'one of the worst stoppages in history' at UFC on ESPN 52

Referee Kerry Hatley was the subject of significant criticism after he let Bobby Green take excessive and unnecessary damage from Jalin Turner at UFC on ESPN 52.
After Turner (14-7 MMA, …read more

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Christine Ferea wants bare-knuckle fight with Cris Cyborg, BKFC president interested

BKFC champ Christine Ferea | BKFC

Cris Cyborg has claimed titles across virtually every major MMA promotion and is currently testing herself in boxing, …read more

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Midnight Mania! Trump Attending UFC 296 To Support ‘Fantastic’ Covington

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

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Posted on December 2, 2023, 5:16 am By
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UFC Austin: ‘Dariush Vs. Tsarukyan’ Predictions

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

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Posted on December 1, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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The best (and worst!) MMA movies of all time

The calendar year is winding down, and it’s the time of year when many people have some extra holiday off days, and it’s cold in a lot of places and …read more

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Posted on December 1, 2023, 12:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania: Whittaker Vs. Costa? ‘That Deal Is Done’

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BKFC free fight: Eddie Alvarez successful in wild debut vs. Chad Mendes

Eddie Alvarez’s debut in the bareknuckle boxing world was as advertised.
Alvarez had a wild, back and forth battle with fellow MMA veteran and former UFC fighter Chad Mendes in the …read more

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Posted on December 1, 2023, 3:16 am By
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Exclusive – Anthony Pettis Dubs BJ Penn Greatest Lightweight of all Time, Lists His Top-Five GOATs at 155

When it comes to listing the greatest lightweights in MMA history, Anthony Pettis believes former two-division champion BJ Penn belongs at the top.

On December 15, ‘Showtime’ will return to …read more

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Posted on December 1, 2023, 1:16 am By
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Sorry! ‘Company Man’ DC Says PFL ‘Not Close’ To Co-Leader

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Professional Fighters League (PFL) is making moves within the mixed martial arts (MMA) landscape. It’s just …read more

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Posted on December 1, 2023, 12:46 am By
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Tate Teases Farewell Fight At UFC Austin

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Miesha Tate remains one of the most important fighters in the history of women’s MMA.
“Cupcake” held world titles in both …read more

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Posted on November 30, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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On heels of Bellator acquisition, PFL re-ups ESPN deal to stay side-by-side with UFC

The PFL continues to make big moves in its quest to establish itself as the No. 2 MMA promotion in the world behind the UFC.
Thursday, the promotion announced it has …read more

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Posted on November 30, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! ‘Feeling Like I Didn’t Have A Choice’

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MMA Junkie's Fight of the Month for November: UFC 295 slugfest ends in a draw

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

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Posted on November 30, 2023, 3:16 am By
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With flyweight 'error' in rearview mirror, Miesha Tate confident she's still one of UFC's best bantamweights

AUSTIN, Texas – Miesha Tate knows she’s closer to the end of her career than the beginning.
A pioneer of women’s MMA and a former UFC women’s bantamweight champion, Tate (20-9 …read more

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Posted on November 30, 2023, 12:46 am By
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Ex-UFC fighter Jessica-Rose Clark explains decision to end MMA career

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Jessica-Rose Clark still intends to compete in combat sports – it just won’t be in the sport …read more

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Posted on November 30, 2023, 12:16 am By
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UFC CEO Dana White Relives His Long battle with ‘Corrupt’ Las Vegas Culinary Union to bring MMA to New York

The UFC just celebrated its 30th anniversary, but for many of those years, the Las Vegas-based fight company was not permitted to run events in every state. Most notably in …read more

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Olivier Aubin-Mercier confirms his retirement from MMA with heartfelt message

Retired …read more

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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Olivier Aubin-Mercier announces his retirement from MMA after winning second PFL title

2023 PFL champion Olivier Aubin-Mercier | PFL

Olivier Aubin-Mercier has decided to call it a career.
Fresh off his second straight PFL title win, the 34-year-old …read more

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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UFC veterans in MMA and bareknuckle boxing action Nov. 30-Dec. 2

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

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania: White Accidentally Leaks ‘MVP’ Vs. Holland?!?

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

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USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, Nov. 28: The impact of 2023 PFL Championship on multiple divisions

The combat sports slate was relatively thin over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, which allowed the 2023 PFL Championship event to become the centerpiece of the MMA world.
After a season’s worth …read more

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 3:16 am By
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‘Total Unprofessional Clown Show’

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Dillon Danis’ days in mixed martial arts (MMA) appeared numbered before they truly began.
The former Bellator Welterweight prospect …read more

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MMA Junkie's Submission of the Month for November: Patchy Mix becomes undisputed

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

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 2:46 am By
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Demetrious Johnson ranks himself No. 2 on MMA GOAT list

Demetrious Johnson puts only one fighter ahead of him when ranking MMA’s all-time greats.
Johnson (25-4-1), a former longtime UFC flyweight champion and current ONE Championship title holder, holds the record …read more

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Posted on November 29, 2023, 1:46 am By
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Demetrious Johnson ranks himself at No. 2 amongst MMA’s greatest fighters of all-time: “Nobody has been able to do what I’ve been able to”

No. 2 …read more

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 7:46 pm By
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Demetrious Johnson ranks himself No. 2 on personal GOAT list

Demetrious Johnson | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting

Demetrious Johnson isn’t shy about naming himself as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all-time. But how …read more

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Michael ‘Venom’ Page Discusses PFL-Bellator Merger, ‘Flirting’ With UFC

One of MMA’s most intriguing free agents is weighing his options in the wake of his former promotion’s recent high-profile merger. …read more

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Matt Brown explains why Jake Paul would beat Nate Diaz in MMA debut

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Jake Paul wants to fight Nate Diaz for his professional MMA debut, and at least one prominent UFC fighter believes …read more

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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Olivier Aubin-Mercier believes ‘this is the end’ of MMA career, but reveals one scenario to bring him back

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Olivier Aubin-Mercier seems like he really is done with MMA.
This past Friday at the 2023 PFL Championships …read more

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Hooker Goes Under The Knife

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

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 5:16 am By
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MMA Junkie's Knockout of the Month for November: Tom Aspinall claims interim gold in 69 seconds

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

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Posted on November 28, 2023, 3:46 am By
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ONE Championship to Hold 'Record Number of Events' in 2024, Return Focus to MMA

Further details regarding ONE Championship’s plans for its 2024 schedule have come to light. …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Conor McGregor targeted by Irish police in hate speech investigation

Conor McGregor is never too far away from controversy and that seems to be the case yet again. According to The Times, the MMA icon is under investigation by the …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 6:46 pm By
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Kayla Harrison tiring of regular free agency but hopeful for Cyborg fight, finally, in growing PFL

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The PFL is where Kayla Harrison got her MMA start, and it sounds like loyalty is a value she puts a high price tag on.
Perhaps ironically (or …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 4:46 pm By
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ONE Championship plans record number of events in 2024, focus will return to MMA

MMA may have taken a little bit of a backseat for ONE Championship in 2023, but 2024 is going to be a different animal.
ONE CEO Chatri Sityodtong recently told the …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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UFC star Dustin Poirier confirms plans for boxing fight before retirement: ‘I would love to before it’s all done’

Dustin Poirier would like to test out the boxing waters before officially calling it a day.

The trend of MMA fighters trying their hand at boxing seems to show no signs …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Tom Aspinall: ‘I am the best active heavyweight in the world right now in MMA’

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Tom Aspinall won’t say he’s the best MMA heavyweight in the world. But he is the best MMA heavyweight in …read more

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Posted on November 27, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Video: Just when you think you've seen it all... a cameraman got trapped in the cage after a fight started

Just when you think you’ve seen it all in MMA, you realize you’ve barely scratched the surface.
Friday at Open Fighting Championships 36 in St. Petersberg, Russia, an all-time odd moment …read more

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Chris Curtis explains why he deleted his Twitter account: “The reality is that MMA fans come in two very distinct camps”

“Screaming Masses” …read more

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Posted on November 26, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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The Return Of Mario Yamasaki ...

One of the most notorious mixed martial arts (MMA) referees returned to action recently.
The 2023 PFL Championships went down this weekend (Fri., Nov. 24, 2023) in which Olivier Aubin-Mercier defeated …read more

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Posted on November 26, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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UFC Champ Sean O’Malley Credits Snoop Dogg with Helping his career blow up: ‘That was crazy’

Reigning UFC bantamweight champion ‘Sugar’ Sean O’Malley believes Snoop Dogg played a big role in his rise from MMA standout to bonafide superstar.

In 2017, the iconic hip-hop star was on …read more

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Posted on November 26, 2023, 1:16 am By
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Impa Kasanganay serious about Francis Ngannou callout: 'He's a powerhouse and all that, but I don't care'

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Francis Ngannou has received several callouts for an MMA fight, but perhaps the most surprising one happened this past Friday.
At the 2023 PFL Championship, Impa Kasanganay called …read more

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Benoit Saint-Denis details ‘rebirth’ as UFC contender after past life in the French special forces

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Just four years into his MMA career, Benoit Saint-Denis is already one of the top up-and-coming prospects …read more

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Posted on November 25, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Kayla Harrison has nothing bad to say about Cris Cyborg, but vows to 'beat the sh*t out of her'

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Kayla Harrison successfully rebounded from the first loss of her professional MMA career, and once again has her sights set on Cris Cyborg.
A year ago, two-time Olympic …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

2023 PFL champ Olivier Aubin-Mercier plans to take a year off MMA, sees return unlikely: 'I don't have it anymore'

WASHINGTON, D.C. – It looks like Olivier Aubin-Mercier has hit the end of his fighting career, at least for now.
After winning his second season under the PFL, Aubin-Mercier (21-5) told …read more

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Posted on November 25, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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O’Malley Credits Snoop Dogg For UFC Blowup

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Sean O’Malley has become one of the biggest stars in mixed martial arts (MMA) today and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) …read more

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Posted on November 25, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! ‘Coward’ Garry Threatens To Sue Strickland For Wife Slander

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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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Jake Paul claims Nate Diaz is avoiding Rematch in MMA: ‘He’s ducking and keeps offering excuses’

Jake Paul claims Nate Diaz is holding up a potential MMA fight between the two.

The PFL are making a gigantic effort in the MMA space, and seem to be more …read more

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Posted on November 24, 2023, 5:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Wonderboy ‘Ain’t Going To Show Up’ Vs. Shavkat

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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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UFC, MMA community celebrates Thanksgiving on social media

Thursday was Thanksgiving in the United States, and plenty of fighters and other figures in the MMA community took time to share the holiday with family, friends and loved ones.
Check …read more

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Posted on November 24, 2023, 3:16 am By
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MMA world celebrates Thanksgiving, plus a debate over turkey

Billy Quarantillo | @BillyQMMA, Twitter

As another Thanksgiving rolls around, we take the time to appreciate not only our day-to-day blessings and the joy of …read more

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Posted on November 24, 2023, 12:16 am By
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Francisco Trinaldo Calls Out Perry, Pettis, Lee for Next Bare Knuckle MMA Bout

Francisco Trinaldo seems to have found a new passion in the world of bare knuckle MMA.
…read more

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Posted on November 23, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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Kayla Harrison doesn’t want to ‘jinx it,’ but Cris Cyborg fight suddenly ‘feels closer than ever’

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Kayla Harrison vs. Cris Cyborg has long been one of the most discussed matchups in women’s MMA.
For …read more

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Posted on November 23, 2023, 3:16 pm By
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UFC veterans in MMA action Nov. 23-24

This week, the UFC is idle during Thanksgiving week.
Elsewhere, many other combat sports events are taking place that feature a number of familiar names that have competed under the UFC …read more

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Posted on November 23, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Benched Aspinall Eyes Boxing Debut

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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 November 23, 2023, 5:46 am By
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Ben Rothwell interested in fighting Francis Ngannou in PFL: 'That's a legacy fight'

Ben Rothwell is happy with his path down the bareknuckle boxing route, but he wouldn’t mind taking a detour back into MMA.
The former UFC contender and long-time MMA veteran is …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Francisco Trinaldo Calls Out Perry, Pettis, Lee for Next Bare Kuckle MMA Bout

Francisco Trinaldo seems to have found a new passion in the world of bare knuckle MMA.
…read more

Source:: Sherdog

Posted on November 22, 2023, 6:46 pm By
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Jake Paul: Nate Diaz Has Gone ‘Silent’ Regarding MMA Rules Rematch

Jake Paul claims that a potential MMA rematch against Nate Diaz is nowhere close to coming to fruition. …read more

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Posted on November 22, 2023, 5:16 pm By
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Daniel Cormier says healthy Cain Velasquez was the best UFC fighter, 'nobody was like Cain'

Daniel Cormier thinks had it not been for injuries, Cain Velasquez would be considered the best fighter.
Velasquez, a former UFC heavyweight champion, retired from MMA in late 2019. He was …read more

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Chatri Sityodtong shakes up MMA world: “ONE is getting ready to take over”

“Biggest year in history” …read more

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Posted on November 22, 2023, 7:16 am By
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Midnight Mania! Green Demands Fight Vs. Fellow Gangster, Three Respond

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Anderson Silva comes out in favor of MMA fighters doping to prevent injuries: “They put themselves in an extreme situation”

“So Hypocritical” …read more

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Posted on November 21, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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PFL now offering Nate Diaz $15 million to fight Jake Paul in MMA

Jake Paul and Nate Diaz boxed on Aug. 5 in Dallas, Texas and Paul defeated the former UFC fan favorite via unanimous decision.  During the buildup to the match, Diaz agreed to …read more

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Posted on November 21, 2023, 5:46 pm By
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Jake Paul blames Nate Diaz for MMA rematch not happening: ‘We’re fully ready to make it happen’

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Jake Paul is losing hope that he and Nate Diaz will meet in the …read more

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Posted on November 21, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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MMA fans scoff at Khamzat Chimaev request for UFC title fight with Alex Pereira: “You couldn’t finish Usman”

Borz’s next move …read more

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MMA fighters react to news that the PFL has acquired Bellator: “This is huge for the sport!”

A huge move …read more

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Posted on November 21, 2023, 10:16 am By
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Midnight Mania! Holloway Vs. Mac 2 In McGregor Return?

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UFC Fight Night 232 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 November 21, 2023, 3:46 am By
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PFL’s Donn Davis vows league will be MMA’s ‘co-leader’ after Bellator buy, calls Dana White ‘worried’

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Donn Davis believes that the PFL just took its next step toward greatness.
The league officially …read more

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Posted on November 20, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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7 key aspects of Bellator acquisition explained by PFL founder Donn Davis

Big changes are coming to the MMA industry as, after months of speculation, the PFL made its acquisition of Bellator official on Monday.
PFL founder Donn Davis announced the purchase was …read more

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What PFL purchase of Bellator means for MMA, its fighters and fans

What does the future look like for the two fight promotions? Brett Okamoto and Marc Raimondi lay out the facts and speculate on what’s yet to be announced. …read more

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MMA community reacts to PFL's purchase of Bellator

The MMA community was struck with monumental news on Monday when PFL officially announced its purchase of Bellator.
After months of rumors and speculation, PFL publicly revealed terms of the deal …read more

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Professional Fighters League Acquires Bellator

Professional Fighters League (PFL) announced it has completed the acquisition of Bellator from Paramount Global, creating a global powerhouse in mixed-martial arts (MMA) and accelerating the combined company to become …read more

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Bellator 301 winner Denise Kielholtz reflects on how MMA put her in 'dark place', then pulled her out

CHICAGO – Denise Kielholtz already was a successful kickboxer when she took home gold for Bellator Kickboxing in 2016.
Now seven years later as a crossover combat sports athlete, Kielholz (8-5 …read more

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Jake Paul claims Nate Diaz's reluctancy to accept $10 million MMA fight proves he's scared

Nate Diaz has built up his reputation over the years as arguably one of the greatest fighters in UFC history to never be a champion. Throughout his height in the …read more

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Posted on November 19, 2023, 9:16 pm By
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Jake Paul says Nate Diaz won’t risk his reputation in MMA rematch: ‘He knows it would be a really tough fight’

Jake Paul is accusing Nate Diaz of ducking an MMA rematch for fear of tarnishing his reputation.

This past August, ‘The Problem Child’ scored a unanimous decision victory over Diaz in …read more

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Jake Paul says Nate Diaz won’t risk his reputation in MMA rematch: ‘he knows it would be a really tough fight’

Jake Paul is accusing Nate Diaz of ducking an MMA rematch for fear of tarnishing his reputation.

This past August, ‘The Problem Child’ scored a unanimous decision victory over Diaz in …read more

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Posted on November 19, 2023, 8:46 pm By
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UFC Fight Night 232 video: Payton Talbott punishes Nick Aguirre for first career submission

LAS VEGAS – Payton Talbott earned the first submission win of his MMA career on Saturday – and did it on the biggest stage thus far against Nick Aguirre at UFC …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

UFC star Tom Aspinall facing stern backlash, accused of harassing MMA journalist during interview

Tom Aspinall is facing some serious backlash after posing an inappropriate question during a recent interview.

Aspinall is coming off a spectacular first-round knockout of Sergei Pavlovich to claim the interim …read more

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Bellator 301 results: Jason Jackson shocks previously unbeaten Yaroslav Amosov with brutal KO to win title

Jason Jackson shocked the MMA world at Bellator 301 and became champion.
Considered by many as a hefty underdog, Jackson (17-4 MMA, 8-1 BMMA) knocked out previously unbeaten Yaroslav Amosov (27-1 …read more

Source:: MMAJunkie

Midnight Mania: Unfair And Biased Commentary?

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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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Misfits Boxing 11 results: Anderson Silva’s son earns decision, has heated faceoff with Anthony Taylor

Gabriel Silva, the son of MMA legend and former UFC champion Anderson Silva, had to work a little bit harder in his second Misfits Boxing appearance.
The 26-year-old faced TikTok star …read more

Source:: MMAFighting

‘Sweet Dreams’ At War With ‘Trash’ UFC Fans

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Jamahal Hill is getting a crash course in MMA fandom.
Apparently “Sweet Dreams” didn’t heed this warning from former UFC light …read more

Source:: MMAMania

UFC Vegas 82: ‘Allen Vs Craig’ Predictions

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Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is just one day away from the upcoming UFC Vegas 82 mixed martial arts (MMA) event, …read more

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Posted on November 17, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Ex-UFC Fighter Experiencing Possible CTE Symptoms, Will Donate Brain To Science

Bringing you the weird and wild from the world of MMA each and every weeknight! Welcome to Midnight Mania!
Julie Kedzie (16-13) isn’t a name every casual fight fan …read more

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Posted on November 17, 2023, 5:16 am By
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The event that started it all: Watch UFC 1 in its entirety – 30 years later

UFC 295 marked the 30th anniversary of the promotion.
Over three decades, the UFC – and the sport of MMA as a whole – has evolved tremendously. If evidence is needed, …read more

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Posted on November 17, 2023, 3:46 am By
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Nicky Rod Bareknuckle?! ‘I Think About Fighting In MMA Everyday’

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A Nick “Nicky Rod” Rodriguez transition to mixed martial arts (MMA) might not be the craziest thought in the combat sports world.
The 27-year-old …read more

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Posted on November 17, 2023, 2:16 am By
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Midnight Mania! Izzy Happy To Let Hill KO Poatan

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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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UFC veterans in MMA action Nov. 17-19

This week, the UFC returns to its home base in Las Vegas after a big pay-per-view in New York.
UFC Fight Night 232 features a middleweight matchup between Brendan Allen and …read more

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MMA star Ngannou ranked by WBC after Fury loss

Former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou has been ranked No. 10 in the heavyweight division by the World Boxing Council (WBC) on Wednesday following a split decision loss to champion Tyson …read more

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Posted on November 15, 2023, 1:46 pm By
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Midnight Mania! Sonnen Reveals Shocking Silva Tattoo

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

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Posted on November 15, 2023, 5:16 am By
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PFL CEO Peter Murray isn't worried about Francis Ngannou's commitment to MMA

Francis Ngannou has a future in boxing and in MMA without restrictions. That’s essentially PFL CEO Peter Murray’s stance on the former UFC heavyweight champion.
“Francis, he’s not going away,” Murray …read more

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Posted on November 15, 2023, 2:16 am By
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Francis Ngannou confirms that Tyson Fury bout paid more than entire MMA career: “The Royal Treatment”

“A Royal Treatment” …read more

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