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Bellator Champion with 20-1 Record, Known for Calling Out Sean O’Malley, Potentially Headed to UFC Following PFL Release

A dominant bantamweight champion, boasting a 20-1 record and famously claiming he could defeat Sean O’Malley, might soon compete in the UFC. This possibility arises after his release following PFL`s acquisition of Bellator…

Veteran UFC Fighter Who Competed Across Four Divisions Questions Islam Makhachev`s Capability at Welterweight

Concerns are being raised that UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev, currently ranked #1 pound-for-pound, might face significant challenges in a welterweight bout against Jack Della Maddalena…

Ilia Topuria Breaks Silence on Upcoming UFC 317 Fight, States ‘Islam Makhachev Ran Away’

UFC superstar Ilia Topuria has finally commented on his next high-profile fight. The former UFC Featherweight Champion took the UFC at…

`Too Easy`: Stipe Miocic Avenged His Only Decision Loss by Knocking Out Former UFC Champion Eight Years Ago

Eight years ago today, UFC`s Stipe Miocic delivered a swift victory against one of his major rivals. The retired two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion was known for his action-packed performances…

Jon Jones’ Main Rival Baffled by UFC Champion`s Claim He Would Dominate Him Even Worse at Heavyweight

Daniel Cormier responded to Jon Jones` assertion that he would defeat him even more decisively in the heavyweight division. Nearly eight years have passed since their last encounter, and the…

Joanna Jedrzejczyk`s Greatest UFC Performance Was Dominating a Relentless Finisher Eight Years Ago

Joanna Jedrzejczyk set a record in a UFC title fight eight years ago today. Long before her rivalry with Zhang Weili began, the UFC Hall of Famer…

UFC 315 Fighter Addresses Accusations of `Robbery` from Daniel Cormier, Dominick Cruz, and Fans

Modestas Bukauskas has responded to the criticism regarding his debated win at UFC 315. On a night that saw Jack Della Maddalena crowned the new welterweight champion…

Daniel Cormier Explains Why He Turned Down a Russian Reality TV Reunion with Jon Jones

We were close to seeing Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier revisit their UFC rivalry—or what remained of it. Both two-division UFC Champions, Jones…

Magomed Ankalaev`s Sole Career Defeat Was a Last-Second Loss to a UFC Vegas 106 Star

The fighter who handed UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev his only professional loss is set to compete this weekend. Dagestan`s light heavyweight king is one of the most dominant champions we`ve…

Number One Welterweight Candidly Discusses His Next Fight After UFC 315 Shakes Up the Division

Sean Brady has come to terms with his situation following UFC 315. As of today, Philadelphia`s Sean Brady remains at the top of the…

Gilbert Burns Knocked Out a UFC Legend in a Match to Determine the Welterweight Division`s Best Grappler

Gilbert Burns secured a shot at Tyron Woodley by defeating who was considered the greatest grappler in UFC welterweight history. The former UFC title challenger has been there…

`I`m Done`: Amanda Nunes Once Broke the Will of a Future UFC Champion Between Rounds

Before she quickly defeated Cris Cyborg in 51 seconds, Amanda Nunes had one of her UFC opponents ready to quit on their stool. In her…

Magomed Ankalaev Issues Ultimatum to Alex Pereira After Revealing UFC`s Latest Offer

A potential Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira rematch may have a limited window. The UFC Light Heavyweight division is currently on hold a couple of months…

Legendary Referee Argues Why Jose Aldo Lost at UFC 315, Despite Dropping His Opponent Twice

The MMA community is still debating the outcome of Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi at UFC 315. On Saturday night, Jose Aldo made the walk to…

Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Who Left the Octagon Last Year is Set for BKFC Debut

Once known as the `baddest man on the planet`, Andrei Arlovski is now slated to fight in BKFC. The former UFC Heavyweight Champion has the longest tenure in the company`s…

`Trying to Make a Point`: Former UFC Champion Criticizes Belal Muhammad`s `Ridiculous` Strategy at UFC 315

Robert Whittaker expected more wrestling attempts from Belal Muhammad at UFC 315. After overcoming his last 10 opponents with grappling and pressure, the…

Former UFC Star Puzzled by Belal Muhammad`s Fighting Style Reminiscent of Ronda Rousey at UFC 315

Belal Muhammad`s confidence as champion might have hindered him at UFC 315. For the first time in a while, the UFC Welterweight Champion…

`It`s Destiny`: Valentina Shevchenko Called Out by Champion From Neighboring Weight Class After UFC 315

Following 12 consecutive title fights, a potential super-fight could be on the horizon for Valentina Shevchenko. The UFC women’s flyweight champion began her second reign without a…

`Like a Rocky Movie`: Georges St-Pierre Reacts to His Teammate Retiring Jose Aldo at UFC 315

Jose Aldo’s retirement fight at UFC 315 was incredibly dramatic. The former two-time UFC Featherweight Champion had previously retired once before, back in…

Vitor Belfort Gets Emotional as UFC Destroyer Receives Legendary Hall of Fame Induction

This summer, former UFC Champion Vitor Belfort will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. The Brazilian `Phenom` is widely regarded as one of MMA’s most…

By Neville Woodall

Neville Woodall lives and breathes combat sports from his home in Newcastle. A former amateur kickboxer turned journalist, Neville brings practical insights to his reporting on boxing, Muay Thai, and emerging fighting disciplines.

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