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Aljamain Sterling: Merab Dvalishvili Is 'Standing On Business' With Umar Nurmagomedov Dismissal

Aljamain Sterling has voiced his opinion regarding UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili’s decision to reject a fight with Umar Nurmagomedov. This follows Dvalishvili’s call for a rematch against Petr Yan after the Russian's recent victory over Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC Macau. The proposed bout with Yan has history behind it, as the Georgian previously secured […]

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Jon Anik Names UFC Champion Who Still 'Doesn't Get His Due'

UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik hopes to see flyweight kingpin Alexandre Pantoja getting more appreciation for his status as one of the promotion's best. Pantoja has solidified his reputation as one of the top fighters in the UFC, earning accolades for his skill, tenacity, and dominance in the 125-pound division. At UFC 310 on Dec. […]

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'Rampage' Jackson Thought Miocic Would Be A Tougher Challenge For Jon Jones Than Aspinall

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson joined the MMA community in reflecting on the clash between Stipe Miocic and UFC heavyweight king Jon Jones. The UFC 309 headliner saw the Rochester native claim victory in spectacular fashion, finishing the former two-time champion with ease. This dominant performance fueled discussions among fight fans about Jones’ status as the greatest […]

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Bo Nickal On Abandoning Wrestling At UFC 309: 'A Great Step In The Right Direction'

Bo Nickal secured another impressive victory earlier this month at UFC 309, defeating Paul Craig on the main card at Madison Square Garden. This win added to Nickal’s growing undefeated record, which now includes four victories under the UFC banner. His previous finishes came against Jamie Pickett, Val Woodburn, and Cody Brundage. While many expected […]

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Paddy Pimblett Explains Dramatic Weight Gain After UFC Fights: 'I Can Go Up To About 95 kg'

Although Paddy Pimblett competes in the UFC lightweight division at 155 pounds, he is notorious for walking around at a much heavier weight between fights. Known for his love of food, Pimblett frequently undergoes dramatic weight fluctuations. Despite these challenges, the fan-favorite Scouse fighter continues to rack up impressive victories. Pimblett has extended his winning […]

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Jon Anik Predicts When Jon Jones Will Fight Tom Aspinall

UFC broadcaster Jon Anik believes Jon Jones' next fight should keep him in the heavyweight division, fueling ongoing debate among fans. While the heavyweight champion has dismissed a potential clash with his interim counterpart in the division, Tom Aspinall, he has expressed interest in a showdown with reigning light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira. Regardless of […]

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Former Rival: Michael Chandler 'Looked Like Crap' In 'Embarrassing' UFC 309 Loss

Michael Chandler’s recent struggles in the octagon have provided an opportunity for his former rival, Brent Primus, to weigh in on his performance. Chandler’s latest fight occurred at UFC 309, where he was defeated by former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Over his last six fights, the former Bellator star has a 2-4 record, with […]

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Frank Mir Recalls The Time He Nearly 'Killed' Jason ‘Mayhem’ Miller In Training

Frank Mir is not someone to take lightly, and things can escalate quickly when ego enters the equation — as it often did with Jason "Mayhem" Miller. The two were teammates for years, with Mir becoming a UFC heavyweight champion and Miller experiencing a mix of success and struggles both inside and outside the Octagon. […]

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Dana White Touts The Major Success UFC Had Because Of The COVID-19 Pandemic

During the global shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, most sports leagues went on hiatus for several months. However, organizations like the UFC and WWE resumed operations relatively quickly. The UFC utilized its Apex facility, conveniently located near its headquarters, to host events without fans in attendance. This setup proved ideal, as Nevada's relatively lenient […]

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Bisping Compares Jon Jones Dismissing Tom Aspinall To Jake Paul's Boxing Approach

After his latest victory, UFC heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones has once again been dismissing a clash with interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, instead targeting a showdown with reigning light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira. However, UFC CEO Dana White isn’t sold on that matchup, believing Jones has a clear advantage over Pereira. On the other hand, […]

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Jorge Masvidal Sets Sights On Conor McGregor Or Leon Edwards For Return Fight

Jorge Masvidal is gearing up for a return to competition and has his sights set on two marquee opponents: Conor McGregor or Leon Edwards. The former UFC title challenger retired from MMA in April 2023 but appears eager to make a high-profile comeback. Masvidal, currently on a four-fight losing streak, saw his skid begin in […]

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Michael Chandler Targets Conor McGregor For UFC International Fight Week 2025

Despite falling short in his previous outing, Michael Chandler remains focused on securing a long-awaited fight with Conor McGregor. Chandler last fought at UFC 309, where former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira defeated him. Over his last six fights, Chandler holds a 2-4 record, with his most recent victory being a knockout of Tony Ferguson […]

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Francis Ngannou Waiting To See What PFL Offers Before Making Next Fighting Decision

In his return to MMA, Francis Ngannou achieved a decisive victory over Renan Ferreira at PFL: Battle of the Giants. Now, fight fans are eager to see what the former UFC heavyweight champion has planned next for his career. Ngannou recently spoke with TMZ Sports about his future, revealing that his next fight is still […]

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Stipe Miocic Shares Heartfelt Message After UFC 309 Retirement

Stipe Miocic fell short to UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones in the main event of UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden. The fight concluded dramatically, with Jones landing a spinning back kick to Miocic’s body. Following the bout, the former two-time titleholder announced his retirement from the sport. Miocic later shared an emotional farewell message […]

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Dana White: Mike Tyson Was Right & I Was Wrong — Jake Paul Couldn’t Do S**t To Him

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul faced heavy criticism following their highly anticipated fight on Friday night at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The bout, which aired exclusively on Netflix, was plagued by streaming issues and an underwhelming performance that disappointed many fans as the fight went the distance. UFC CEO Dana White had expressed reservations […]

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Dana White On Khamzat Chimaev: 'I Want Him To Fight For A Title Here In The United States'

UFC CEO Dana White is keeping the hype alive for Khamzat Chimaev, whose meteoric rise in the MMA world continues to turn heads. At UFC 308, the undefeated star delivered a stunning performance, submitting former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker in the first round and breaking the Australian's teeth in the process. Following this dominant victory, […]

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Nick Diaz Out Of UFC 310, Themba Gorimbo Fills In To Fight Vicente Luque

Fan favorite Nick Diaz’s highly anticipated return to the Octagon has been delayed. Diaz was initially scheduled to face Vicente Luque at UFC 310 on Dec. 7, marking his first fight in over three years. However, the matchup has been scrapped as Diaz has officially withdrawn. Stepping in for the Stockton native, per MMA Mania's […]

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