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Nikolas Motta shows off nasty facial gash that has forced UFC 287 withdrawal

A nasty gash has forced lightweight Nikolas Motta out of his UFC 287 bout.
Motta announced his withdrawal Friday and shared a graphic image of the gaping laceration, which is placed …read more

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Marlon Vera reacts to 'lil' bump in the road' loss to Cory Sandhagen at UFC on ESPN 43

Marlon Vera came up short in the UFC on ESPN 43 main event, but appears to be taking the loss in stride.
Vera (20-8-1 MMA, 14-7 UFC) lost to Cory Sandhagen …read more

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Former UFC champ Carla Esparza announces pregnancy, plans return in 2024

Don’t expect to see former two-time UFC strawweight champion Carla Esparza in the octagon any time soon.
After dropping the belt to Zhang Weili at UFC 281 in November, Esparza (19-7 …read more

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Cory Sandhagen, Dana White React to Split Decision in UFC on ESPN 43 Main Event

The UFC on ESPN 43 main event was largely devoid of drama — at least until the final scorecards were announced. …read more

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Alex Perez Reveals Seizure Led to Late Cancellation of Fight at UFC San Antonio

According to Alex Perez, his weight cut had nothing to do with the last-minute cancellation of his flwyeight bout against Manel Kape at UFC on ESPN 43. …read more

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Posted on March 26, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Conor McGregor calls for spitting and ‘Snot rockets’ to be banned from UFC: ‘Should be a point deduction’

There were high stakes in the final fight of the night at UFC on ESPN 43, where top ranked bantamweights Cory Sandhagen (no. 5) and Marlon Vera (no. 3) went …read more

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UFC flyweight contender Maycee Barber aims to 'wreck' everyone on her path to Alexa Grasso rematch

SAN ANTONIO – UFC flyweight Maycee Barber wants to avenge her loss to now-champion Alexa Grasso, and plans to do whatever it takes to get there.
At UFC on ESPN 43, …read more

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Dana White responds to Daniel Cormier suggesting Belal Muhammad is “the most warranted” for a UFC welterweight title shot: “That’s nice of him”

UFC President Dana White has responded to Daniel Cormier’s take on Belal Muhammad’s status in the UFC Welterweight Championship picture. White is adamant about giving Colby Covington the next crack …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 post-event facts: Charles Oliveira's longstanding record under threat

The UFC made its return to Texas on Saturday with UFC on ESPN 43, which took place at AT&T Center in San Antonio and, after a number of fight week …read more

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Alex Perez says a seizure while warming up caused UFC on ESPN 43 cancelation vs. Manel Kape

Alex Perez has revealed why he could not compete at UFC on ESPN 43.
Just minutes before he was scheduled to fight Manel Kape on the main card at AT&T Center …read more

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Posted on March 26, 2023, 4:16 pm By
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Paulo Costa reveals he has three offers to make UFC return amid links to October fight with Khamzat Chimaev

UFC middleweight contender and one-time title challenger, Paulo Costa has revealed he has been approached with three offers to make his Octagon comeback after agreeing terms on a new contract, …read more

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Manel Kape shares harsh words for Alex Perez: 'Cowards die several times before their death'

Manel Kape was not happy to hear his bout against Alex Perez was scrapped on the day of the fight, but he says it wasn’t a surprise.
During the UFC on …read more

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Conor McGregor plans to finish career in UFC, believes Francis Ngannou made an ‘error’

Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor said he has two fights remaining on his current contract with the promotion. If he fights twice this year as hoped, that could put …read more

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Holly Holm doesn't see many logical options after dominant UFC on ESPN 43 win

SAN ANTONIO – Holly Holm admits she’s in a bit of a tricky situation after a dominant performance over Yana Santos in the UFC on ESPN 43 co-main event.
It’s not …read more

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Posted on March 26, 2023, 2:16 pm By
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UFC champion Jon Jones posts several cryptic, worrying messages on Twitter account: ‘Don’t kill me’

Undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Jon Jones has sent his followers on Twitter into raptures this Sunday afternoon – posting a series of cryptic tweets from his verified account – including …read more

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Posted on March 26, 2023, 1:16 pm By
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Cory Sandhagen explains callout of Merab Dvalishvili: 'Who am I to ask for a title before him?'

SAN ANTONIO – For as intentionally corny as his UFC on ESPN 43 post-fight callout was, Cory Sandhagen says it came from a place of honesty and respect.
Following his victory …read more

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Dana White maintains Colby Covington will fight for UFC title next: ‘Leon Edwards didn’t fight for 2 years’

UFC president, Dana White is adamant that former interim welterweight titleholder, Colby Covington will challenge for undisputed division gold next, pointing to the fact current champion, Leon Edwards received his …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: 'Chito' tops card with $21k

SAN ANTONIO – Fighters from Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 43 event took home UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay totaling $137,000.
The program, a comprehensive plan that includes outfitting requirements, media obligations and …read more

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UFC San Antonio Bonuses: Finishers banked an extra $50,000

Following Saturday’s UFC San Antonio event at AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas, UFC president Dana White announced the recipients of the performance-based bonuses.

Fight Of The Night: CJ Vergara vs …read more

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Dana White suggests Leon Edwards doesn’t want to fight wrestler next amid rejection of Colby Covington clash

Dana White doubled down on his comment that Colby Covington would be the next man to challenge Leon Edwards for the UFC welterweight championship.

After successfully defending his title at UFC …read more

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Cory Sandhagen def. Marlon Vera at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Cory Sandhagen’s unanimous decision win over Marlon Vera at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 bonuses: Early Comeback of Year candidate gets $50,000

The UFC handed out four post-fight bonuses after Saturday’s card, including one to an early candidate for Comeback of the Year.
After UFC on ESPN 43, four fighters picked up an …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 results: Cory Sandhagen too tricky for Marlon Vera in puzzling split decision

Cory Sandhagen turned in a masterful performance, and Texas judging almost ruined it.
The bantamweight main event of UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center certainly didn’t lack action, as Sandhagen …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 Bonuses: C.J. Vergara, Daniel da Silva Earn ‘Fight of the Night’ Honors

Thanks to their barnburner in the second fight on the card at UFC on ESPN 43, C.J. Vergara and Daniel da Silva set a tone that nobody else could match. …read more

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Split Verdict Sends Cory Sandhagen Past Marlon Vera in UFC on ESPN 43 Main Event

Cory Sandhagen flexed the kind of all-terrain game that leads some to view him as a future titleholder in the Ultimate Fighting Championship bantamweight division. …read more

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UFC bonuses: Landwehr pockets $50k for ‘sucker punch rear-naked choke’

Nate Landwehr submits Austin Lingo at UFC San Antonio. | Photo by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images

Check out which fighters won performance …read more

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Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone named to the UFC Hall of Fame class of 2023

UFC announced that former WEC and UFC lightweight Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Modern Wing’ as a member of the Class of 2023. The 2023 …read more

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Twitter reacts to Cory Sandhagen's split decision win over Marlon Vera at UFC on ESPN 43

Cory Sandhagen reasserted himself as a bantamweight contender on Saturday when he defeated Marlon Vera in the UFC on ESPN 43 main event.
Sandhagen (16-4 MMA, 9-3 UFC) now has back-to-back …read more

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Holly Holm def. Yana Santos at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Holly Holm’s unanimous decision win over Yana Santos at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 results: Holly Holm dominates Yana Santos in one-sided decision

Former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm turned in a dominant performance against Yana Santos.
The women’s bantamweight bout was the UFC on ESPN 43 co-main event at AT&T Center in …read more

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Holly Holm dominates Yana Santos en route to unanimous decision win – UFC San Antonio Highlights

Former UFC bantamweight champion Holly Holm returned to the Octagon for the first time after signing a brand new six-fight contract with the UFC that will likely see ‘The Preacher’s …read more

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Twitter reacts to Holly Holm's dominant victory over Yana Santos at UFC on ESPN 43

Holly Holm got a much-needed win in her return to the octagon Saturday when she defeated Yana Santos in the UFC on ESPN 43 co-main event.
Holm (15-6 MMA, 8-6 UFC), …read more

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Nate Landwehr def. Austin Lingo at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Nate Landwehr’s second-round submission win over Austin Lingo at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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Maycee Barber def. Andrea Lee at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Maycee Barber’s split decision win over Andrea Lee at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 video: Nate Landwehr taps Austin Lingo with a 'sucker punch rear-naked choke'

Nate Landwehr added to his highlight reel with a wild finishing sequence of Austin Lingo.
In the second round of their main card bout at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 results: Maycee Barber edges Andre Lee by split decision

Maycee Barber needed the help of the judges, but her winning streak is now at four after beating Andrea Lee at UFC on ESPN 43.
Barber (12-2 MMA, 7-2 UFC) was …read more

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Albert Duraev def. Chidi Njokuani at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Albert Duraev’s split decision win over Chidi Njokuani at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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Daniel Pineda def. Tucker Lutz at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Daniel Pineda’s second-round submission win over Tucker Lutz at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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Ex-Title challenger Donald Cerrone set for induction into UFC Hall of Fame as part of 2023 summer ceremony

Veteran former UFC lightweight title challenger and welterweight contender, Donald Cerrone is slated to receive his induction into the organization’s Hall of Fame this summer during an official ceremony during …read more

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Cerrone headed to UFC HOF in prestigious class

Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone, the longtime fan favorite who racked up 23 wins in his 11 years with the UFC, joins Anderson Silva, Jose Aldo and Jens Pulver in this year’s …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 Prelims: Surgical Lucas Alexander Retires Steven Peterson in Texas

Lucas Alexander could not have been more impressive in his second assignment with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. …read more

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Medical Issue Forces Alex Perez Out of UFC on ESPN 43 Bout vs. Manel Kape

The UFC on ESPN 43 lineup has taken a last-minute hit, as a medical issue forced Alex Perez to withdraw from a proposed flyweight booking against Manel Kape. …read more

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Fight day medical issue forces Alex Perez out of UFC on ESPN 43 vs. Manel Kape

Just two fights before he was scheduled to make the walk to the octagon in San Antonio, Alex Perez was announced out of his scheduled bout against Manel Kape.
According to …read more

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Lucas Alexander def. Steven Peterson at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Lucas Alexander’s unanimous decision win over Steven Peterson at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 video: Hear from each winner, guest fighters backstage

SAN ANTONIO – UFC on ESPN 43 took place Saturday with 11 bouts on the lineup. We’ve got you covered with backstage winner and guest fighter interviews from AT&T Center …read more

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Posted on March 25, 2023, 11:16 pm By
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Trevin Giles def. Preston Parsons at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Trevin Giles’ split decision win over Preston Parsons at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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CJ Vergara def. Daniel Lacerda at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from CJ Vergara’s second-round TKO win over Daniel Lacerda at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 video: San Antonio's CJ Vergara pulls insane comeback to finish Daniel Lacerda

CJ Vergara put himself in consideration for Comeback of the Year honors on Saturday with an insane rally against Daniel Lacerda at UFC on ESPN 43.
After taking a hellacious beating …read more

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Victor Altamirano def. Vinicius Salvador at UFC on ESPN 43: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Victor Altamirano’s unanimous decision win over Vinicius Salvador at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Photos by Aaron Meullion, USA …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43: Official scorecards from San Antonio

Check out the official scorecards from all 11 fights at UFC on ESPN 43 at AT&T Center in San Antonio. (Gallery will be updated throughout the event.) …read more

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Michael Bisping explains why he’s picking Michael Chandler to defeat Conor McGregor in upcoming UFC bout

Michael Bisping is backing Michael Chandler to defeat Conor McGregor in their upcoming UFC bout. McGregor has been out of competition since suffering a nasty leg injury in July 2021 …read more

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Cory Sandhagen explains why he’s picking Henry Cejudo to dethrone Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288

Henry Cejudo | Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images

When Henry Cejudo returns to fight Aljamain Sterling in UFC 288’s main event, the Olympic champion …read more

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UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Sandhagen live PBP, results, and analysis

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Join us here at Bloody Elbow for live results, discussion, and play-by-play (main event) as UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. …read more

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Paulo Costa reflects on new UFC contract, quotes The Wolf of Wall Street: ‘Gimme the f*cking money’

UFC middleweight contender and fan-favorite, Paulo Costa has reflected on agreeing new terms on a reported four-fight deal with the Dana White-led promotion – quoting Martin Scorcese’s The Wolf of …read more

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Marlon Vera welcomes UFC title fight for Henry Cejudo in return: ‘He’s a little guy, they need attention’

Ahead of his incoming UFC San Antonio main event feature against former interim title challenger, Cory Sandhagen, surging division challenger, Marlon Vera admits that he is fine with former two-weight …read more

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UFC middleweight Marvin Vettori involved in altercation with Italian rapper at Milan boxing event

Former UFC middleweight title challenger,Marvin Vettori was involved in a fight with an Italian rapper at a boxing event last night. 

Vettori had been in attendance at Top Rank boxing event …read more

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Costa makes more than $1M a fight in new UFC deal, claims manager

Paulo Costa defeated Luke Rockhold in August 2022. | Photo by Alejandro Salazar/PxImages/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Paulo Costa’s manager claims the ‘Borrachinha’ is now …read more

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Rafael Fiziev on UFC 286 loss to Justin Gaethje: ‘I made a lot of stupid decisions’

Rafael Fiziev fighting Justin Gaethje | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images

Rafael Fiziev is disappointed with himself after UFC 286.
This past Saturday, …read more

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Muhammad Mokaev set for sidelining following brutal kneebar attempt at UFC 286: ‘I heard all the ripping’

UFC flyweight Muhammad Mokaev is set to be sidelined for the next while, after suffering an injury in his recent fight. 

On the undercard of UFC 286, Mokaev would score an …read more

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Holly Holm calls for induction into UFC Hall of Fame ahead of final championship run: ‘It gives me motivation’

Former undisptued UFC bantamweight champion, Holly Holm has called for her induction into the promotion’s Hall of Fame this week, ahead of her upcoming UFC San Antonio co-headlining clash with …read more

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UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Sandhagen community picks

Cory Sandhagen is the BE readers’ pick to win this weekend. | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC

See who the BE community thinks will win …read more

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Daniel Pineda: ‘I’m trying to finish Tucker Lutz’ at UFC San Antonio

Following two years of cancelled bouts, and grappling matches, UFC featherweight Daniel Pineda is ready to finally return to action in definitive fashion. As Pineda puts it, he’s eager …read more

Source:: MMAWeekly

UFC on ESPN 43 play-by-play and live results (4:30 p.m. ET)

SAN ANTONIO – UFC on ESPN 43 takes place Saturday, and you can join us for live play-by-play and official results beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET (1:30 p.m. PT).
UFC on ESPN …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 discussion thread

SAN ANTONIO – MMA Junkie is on scene and reporting live from Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 43 event at AT&T Center in San Antonio, which kicks off at 4:30 p.m. …read more

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Highlights! UFC Vets Shine With KO Wins At Fury FC 76

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It was a good night for former UFC fighters.
Regional mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion Fury FC went down last night …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 ‘Vera vs. Sandhagen’ Play-by-Play, Results & Round Scoring

Sherdog’s live UFC on ESPN 43 coverage will begin Saturday at 4:30 p.m. ET. …read more

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Posted on March 25, 2023, 3:46 am By
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Video: UFC on ESPN 43 preview with Danny Segura and Oscar Willis

SAN ANTONIO – A key fight in the UFC bantamweight division is set for Saturday at AT&T Center and MMA Junkie is onsite for it.
UFC on ESPN 43 takes place …read more

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Marlon Vera: 'The UFC got a couple of guys that are ready for the belt – I'm one of those'

SAN ANTONIO – Marlon Vera is ready make his case for a UFC bantamweight title shot.
Vera (20-7-1 MMA, 14-6 UFC) is hours away from taking on Cory Sandhagen in the …read more

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UFC San Antonio staredowns: Manel Kape, Alex Perez have to be separated after scuffle over ‘snitches’

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There is apparently no love lost between Manel Kape and Alex Perez.
The two UFC flyweight contenders had to be …read more

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UFC San Antonio preview show: Who has more to lose in Marlon Vera vs. Cory Sandhagen main event?

In the UFC’s first event following a storyline filled UFC 286 card, the promotion heads to Texas for UFC San Antonio, which will be headlined by a pivotal matchup in …read more

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Mokaev avoids surgery, suffers Grade 2 partial MCL tear

Muhammad Mokaev at UFC 286. | Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images

Mokaev expects to fight again by the end of the year, despite suffering …read more

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UFC star Paulo Costa claims he will be the first fighter in MMA history to earn a billion dollars

Paulo Costa believes he will be the first mixed martial artist to bank a billion dollars.

Earlier this week, ‘The Eraser’ revealed that he would be staying with the UFC after …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 faceoff highlights video: Flyweight contenders separated as accusation hurled

SAN ANTONIO – The UFC on ESPN 43 ceremonial weigh-ins took place Friday and the fighters went face to face one final time before Saturday’s event.
The weigh-ins took place Friday …read more

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Jorge Masvidal predicts Gilbert Burns clash at UFC 287: ‘I’ll paint my Van Gogh on his face’

Jorge Masvidal plans to make a modern art masterpiece using Gilbert Burns’ face next month when the two welterweight standouts square off inside the Octagon.

‘Gamebred’ will attempt to get back …read more

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Undefeated Tedrick Macklin finally ready to show up on the radar as UFC quest continues

Undefeated prospect Tedrick Macklin enjoys knowing there isn’t a whole lot of fight tape out there on him.
Four fights into his professional career, Macklin (4-0) has only racked up 6:46 …read more

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‘More than a million dollars per fight’: Manager claims Paulo Costa is ‘highest-paid Brazilian’ in UFC today

Paulo Costa | Esther Lin, MMA Fighting

When it comes to his new UFC deal, Paulo Costa is very happy.
According to Costa’s manager Tamara Alves, …read more

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Cody Garbrandt reveals offer to rematch UFC great Dominick Cruz in July: ‘He’s a legend of the sport’

Former undisputed UFC bantamweight champion, Cody Garbrandt has been revealed he’s been offered the opportunity to rematch fellow former division titleholder, Dominick Cruz as soon as July of this year …read more

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‘I still haven’t got over it’ - Masvidal reflects on KO loss to Usman

Kamaru Usman punches Jorge Masvidal at UFC 261. | Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC

Mentally, ‘Gamebred’ has yet to come to terms with his …read more

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Muhammad Mokaev reveals medical diagnosis after withstanding brutal kneebar attempt at UFC 286

UFC flyweight prospect Muhammad Mokaev will be spending some time out of the octagon. ‘The Punisher’ made his return to the cage over the weekend at UFC 286. The flyweight …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43: Vera vs. Sandhagen Ceremonial Weigh-in Video

The athlete competing on Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 43 fight card participated in the event’s ceremonial weigh-ins for the public in San Antonio, Texas on Friday.

The event is headlined by …read more

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Israel Adesanya reveals the lessons he learned in UFC middleweight title loss to Alex Pereira

Israel Adesanya has revealed the lessons he’s learned since being dethroned as middleweight king of the UFC by Alex Pereira. Next month, at UFC 287 in Miami, Adesanya will face his …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 faceoff video: Holly Holm, Yana Santos remain respectful

SAN ANTONIO – Former UFC champion Holly Holm faced off for the final time Yana Santos on Friday at UFC on ESPN 43 ceremonial weigh-ins.
Holm (14-6 MMA, 7-6 UFC) makes …read more

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UFC on ESPN 43 faceoff video: Marlon Vera and Cory Sandhagen bring the intensity

SAN ANTONIO – Marlon Vera and Cory Sandhagen brought the intensity and excitement at UFC on ESPN 43 ceremonial weigh-ins.
Two fan-favorite bantamweights faced off in front of fans and media …read more

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Jorge Masvidal reacts after Joe Rogan suggests he is better than a prime Georges St-Pierre: “That’s a real life notch for me right there”

UFC welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal has reacted to Joe Rogan’s recent praise. ‘Gamebred’ is currently slated to return at UFC 287 in Miami next month against Gilbert Burns. The bout …read more

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UFC San Antonio Gambling Preview: Will Marlon Vera continue his impressive run against Cory Sandhagen?

Marlon “Chito” Vera | Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC

After eight straight weekends of action, the UFC finally ends its first quarter run with UFC …read more

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Posted on March 24, 2023, 10:16 pm By
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‘That Guy Is On Drugs’

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Joe Rogan gets paid to talk for a living.
When he’s not commentating stateside UFC pay-per-view (PPV) events, the former Fear Factor …read more

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Jiri Prochazka warns Khamzat Chimaev after sharing sparring stories, Chimaev responds with UFC challenge

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Jiri Prochazka is ready to teach Khamzat Chimaev a lesson next time they train together.
During Wednesday’s edition of The …read more

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Paul Daley off Gamebred Boxing 4 due to visa issues, says Jorge Masvidal

Gamebred Boxing 4 features numerous names notable to MMA fans, but Paul Daley is no longer one of them.
Gamebred Boxing boss and UFC star Jorge Masvidal recently revealed on MMA …read more

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Rafael dos Anjos reveals plans to retire at the end of his current UFC contract: “Martial arts changed my life”

Former UFC lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos has revealed his retirement plans. The Brazilian has been out of action since his clash with Bryan Barberena in December. In that outing …read more

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Glover Teixeira: Alex Pereira must 'be more alert' in UFC 287 rematch with Israel Adesanya

Glover Teixeira says focus and alertness are the key to Alex Pereira earning yet another victory over Israel Adesanya when they meet at UFC 287.
Pereira (7-1 MMA, 4-0 UFC) has …read more

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Jack Shore “really happy” with his UFC 286 submission win over Makwan Amirkhani, eyes return at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi

Jack Shore knew he had a ton of pressure on him heading into his fight at UFC 286. Shore was moving up to featherweight after suffering his first career loss …read more

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Henry Cejudo explains why he retired and why he’s coming back

Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo is arguably the most accomplished athlete in combat sports history.

Before winning the UFC flyweight and bantamweight championships, Cejudo became the youngest America …read more

Source:: MMAWeekly

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Israel Adesanya maintains he has ‘Nothing to lose’ in Alex Pereira UFC 287 rematch: ‘I know how to beat him’

Former undisputed UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya maintains that despite finding himself on the losing side of proceedings against current division titleholder, Alex Pereira across professional combat sports – he …read more

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Austin Lingo says Nate Landwehr already was on his radar before short-notice shot at UFC on ESPN 43

SAN ANTONIO – Two weeks after he had a long-awaited return yanked out from under him, Austin Lingo is ready to get back to work.
Lingo was set to take on …read more

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Muhammad Mokaev says he suffered ‘partial’ MCL tear at UFC 286, plans to be back training in 6-8 weeks

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It appears Muhammad Mokaev’s leg injury suffered at the UFC’s most recent pay-per-view event is not as …read more

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Rafael dos Anjos chases UFC fight with rival Conor McGregor: ‘I would like to have it on my record’

Former undisputed UFC lightweight admits that he is still chasing a long-awaited fight with former duel-weight champion, Conor McGregor – after the Brazilian was forced from a title defense against …read more

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UFC can’t remain quiet on Colby Covington’s threat toward Jon Anik

Colby Covington threatened UFC commentator Jon Anik | Photo by Mike Roach/Zuffa LLC

In a sport where ‘mean stuff’ gets said, Colby Covington crossed the …read more

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Paulo Costa now the highest paid fighter from Brazil with his new UFC contract

Paulo Costa is now the highest paid fighter from Brazil with his new UFC contract. ‘Borrachinha’ (14-2 MMA) last fought in August of 2022 at UFC 278 where he defeated …read more

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Bo Nickal's UFC 285 win to stand after Jamie Pickett's appeal fails to materialize

Jamie Pickett will no longer appeal his UFC 285 loss to Bo Nickal, according to his manager.
LaMont Chappell of LCA Sports Management, the agency that represents Pickett, informed MMA Junkie …read more

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Israel Adesanya defends lifestyle amid ‘Weird’ reaction from Alex Pereira: ‘Who the f*ck do you think you are?’

Former undisputed UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya admits that he was taken aback by the reaction of current titleholder, Alex Pereira’s reaction to his review of UFC 286 last week …read more

Source:: Cagepotato

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