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Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes Set For April 22nd
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes Set For April 22nd
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 22, 2023|
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Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes is Set For April 22nd at an undisclosed UFC event, per Brett Okamoto. **This fight takes place in the Heavyweight (265 lbs) division** Sergei Pavlovich holds a p
Verdicts Sleeper Fight of The Week: Mike Malott vs. Yohan Lainesse
Verdicts Sleeper Fight of The Week: Mike Malott vs. Yohan Lainesse
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 22, 2023|
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This electric matchup between two dangerous strikers at Welterweight should not be missed. A massively slept-on banger of a fight between "Proper" Mike Malott and Yohan "The White Lion" Lainesse wil
The Best Fighters to Appear on Dana White's Contender Series, Ranked
The Best Fighters to Appear on Dana White's Contender Series, Ranked
Benjamin Zeltser|
Feb 22, 2023|
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Since its premiere in 2017, Dana White's Contender Series has overtaken The Ultimate Fighter as the UFC's most productive means of recruiting talented fighters for their promotion. Most recently, Jama
3 UFC Bantamweights who will be Ranked in 2023
3 UFC Bantamweights who will be Ranked in 2023
Benjamin Zeltser|
Feb 22, 2023|
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The most competitive division in the UFC is about to get even more interesting. With top-level talent throughout the roster, plenty of high-level matchups exist in our future. Let's consider which ban
'Khabib Listened to His Mother, When Will You Listen to Yours?' Islam Makhachev’s Mother Wants Him to Retire
'Khabib Listened to His Mother, When Will You Listen to Yours?' Islam Makhachev’s Mother Wants Him to Retire
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 21, 2023|
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An interview that UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev did before his first title defense at UFC 284 against Alexander Volkanovski surfaced recently. In it, Makhachev told fans about his mother's
Betting Odds: Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo Opens at Even Money
Betting Odds: Aljamain Sterling vs. Henry Cejudo Opens at Even Money
Liam Lindsay, Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 20, 2023|
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Aljamain Sterling is set to face Henry Cejudo at UFC 288. Sterling will be looking to make his 3rd title defense against 'Triple C' Henry Cejudo at UFC 288. Sterling opened at -150 favourite, but sin
Betting Odds: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Jalin Turner - Gamrot Opens as a Major favorite
Betting Odds: Mateusz Gamrot vs. Jalin Turner - Gamrot Opens as a Major favorite
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 20, 2023|
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Mateusz Gamrot is scheduled to face Jalin Turner at UFC 285. It was recently announced that Gamrot would replace an injured Dan Hooker, taking a fight against Jalin Turner on just three weeks notice
Enemies Turned Friends? Jon Jones Asks to Bury Hatchet With Daniel Cormier, DC Responds
Enemies Turned Friends? Jon Jones Asks to Bury Hatchet With Daniel Cormier, DC Responds
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 20, 2023|
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Ahead of his next fight against Ciryl Gane at UFC 285, Jon Jones has reached out to an old rival, hoping to let go of their malicious past. For those who don't know, Jones and Cormier led what many c
Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Jailton Almeida Booked For May 13th
Jairzinho Rozenstruik vs. Jailton Almeida Booked For May 13th
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 20, 2023|
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A firey top-15 matchup between Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Jailton Almeida has been announced for an undisclosed fight night at an undetermined location, per Guilherme Cruz. **This fight takes place in
7 of The Best UFC Fighters Under 25
7 of The Best UFC Fighters Under 25
Liam Mooney|
Feb 18, 2023|
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As the popularity of mixed martial arts has grown over the last few decades, we have seen a substantial increase in talent. Not only are athletes more well-rounded than ever before, but great fighters
Andrade vs. Blanchfield: UFC Fight Night 219 Weigh-in Results
Andrade vs. Blanchfield: UFC Fight Night 219 Weigh-in Results
Joey Kolnicki|
Feb 18, 2023|
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In the first female-headlined card of 2023, we’ll see a late notice matchup of former champion and #6 ranked strawweight Jessica Andrade taken on #10 ranked flyweight Erin Blanchfield. Let’s see how t
Khamzat Chimaev's next fight in the UFC
Khamzat Chimaev's next fight in the UFC
Verdict MMA|
Feb 17, 2023|
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When Khamzat made his UFC debut in July 2020, it seemed like he was going to be a very active fighter. He broke the record for the quickest turnaround in UFC history between wins as he won 2 fights in
Verdict's Sleeper Fight of The Week: Jim Miller vs. Alexander Hernandez
Verdict's Sleeper Fight of The Week: Jim Miller vs. Alexander Hernandez
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 16, 2023|
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Don't miss this banger. Jim Miller vs. Alexander Hernandez is our most under-the-radar and slept-on fight this week at UFC Fight Night 219: Andrade vs. Blanchfield. Let's take a look at the action:
UFC Fight Night Andrade vs. Blanchfield Odds Breakdown
UFC Fight Night Andrade vs. Blanchfield Odds Breakdown
Douglas Vegas Bets|
Feb 16, 2023|
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This weekend a rising star and a battle-tested veteran collide in a short-notice main event at Flyweight as Jessica Andrade -137 steps in to face Erin Blanchfield +110. This card also features a big-n
‘I Never Expected Justice’ Islam Makhachev Reacts to Not Being Given #1 Pound-For-Pound
‘I Never Expected Justice’ Islam Makhachev Reacts to Not Being Given #1 Pound-For-Pound
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 15, 2023|
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Just four months after claiming his first championship against Charles Oliveira at UFC 280, Islam Makhachev defeated Alexander Volkanovski by unanimous decision at UFC 284 in Perth. Makhachev was th
Mateusz Gamrot Steps In To Face Jalin Turner at UFC 285
Mateusz Gamrot Steps In To Face Jalin Turner at UFC 285
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 14, 2023|
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A top-10 fight between Mateusz Gamrot and Jalin Turner has just been announced for UFC 285 on March 4th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, per Amy Kaplan. Turner was initially scheduled to f
UFC Pound-For-Pound Rankings: Alexander Volkanovski Stays at #1 Over Islam Makhachev
UFC Pound-For-Pound Rankings: Alexander Volkanovski Stays at #1 Over Islam Makhachev
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 14, 2023|
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Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski produced the front-runner for Fight of The Year in one of the most epic title fights of all time at UFC 284. Despite losing a unanimous decision, Volkanovski
Team Makhachev Responds to Team Volkanovski's Cheating Accusations
Team Makhachev Responds to Team Volkanovski's Cheating Accusations
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 14, 2023|
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Recently, just after Islam Makhachev defeated Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284, he and his teammate Dan Hooker have come out with accusations against Makhachev for using an I.V. to rehydrate post-weig
UFC 284 Results and Recap
UFC 284 Results and Recap
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 14, 2023|
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The UFCs return to Perth was a massive hit, as UFC 284 delivered huge, marking the second successful PPV of 2023. The highlights continued across the card, delivering on all accounts to give the fans
Dan Hooker Calls Out 'Dumb Cunt' Islam Makhachev For Banned IV Usage
Dan Hooker Calls Out 'Dumb Cunt' Islam Makhachev For Banned IV Usage
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 13, 2023|
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Dan Hooker is a former opponent of Islam Makhachev and a close friend and training partner of his most recent opponent, Alexander Volkanovski. He had some harsh words for the UFC Lightweight champion
The Final Verdict: Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski
The Final Verdict: Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 12, 2023|
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One of the greatest fights of all time went down tonight at UFC 284 between Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski. The fight was a down-to-the-wire a
Jens Pulver to Be Inducted Into the UFC Hall of Fame
Jens Pulver to Be Inducted Into the UFC Hall of Fame
ROUNDHOUSE MMA|
Feb 12, 2023|
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The UFC announced during the broadcast of UFC 284 that the first ever Lightweight Champion Jens Pulver will finally be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this July during International Fight Week. A
Bryce Mitchell Set For Return Against Jonathan Pearce At UFC 288
Bryce Mitchell Set For Return Against Jonathan Pearce At UFC 288
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 12, 2023|
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A bout between Bryce Mitchell and Jonathan Pearce has just been confirmed for UFC 288 on May 6th at an undetermined location, per BRKRZ via Instagram. **This fight takes place in the Featherweight (1
Jessica Andrade Takes Late Replacement Fight Against Erin Blanchfield In Main Event Clash
Jessica Andrade Takes Late Replacement Fight Against Erin Blanchfield In Main Event Clash
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 12, 2023|
1
A top-10 fight between Jessica Andrade and Erin Blanchfield has just been announced for the main event of UFC Fight Night 219 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, per the UFC. Blanchfield was previo
The Final Verdict: Elves Brenner vs. Zubaira Tukhugov
The Final Verdict: Elves Brenner vs. Zubaira Tukhugov
Douglas Vegas Bets|
Feb 12, 2023|
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UFC 284 began with controversy as the night's first fight resulted in a heavily disputed split decision win for Elves Brenner over Zubaira Tukhugov. The commentary team in Perth, Australia, was left s
Makhachev vs. Volkanovski: UFC 284 Weigh-in Results
Makhachev vs. Volkanovski: UFC 284 Weigh-in Results
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 11, 2023|
1
For the first time ever, the #1 and #2 Pound-for-Pound fighters in the world are fighting each other. The UFC returns to Australia after a 3-year drought, let's see how the fighters weighed in: *Ligh
Anthony Smith vs. Johnny Walker Booked For May 13th Main Event
Anthony Smith vs. Johnny Walker Booked For May 13th Main Event
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 10, 2023|
1
A crazy top-10 matchup between Anthony Smith and Johnny Walker has been booked for UFC Fight Night 226 as the main event on May 13th, Walker confirmed to us after initial reports from Meni Meyer. **T
3 UFC Featherweights who will be Ranked in 2023
3 UFC Featherweights who will be Ranked in 2023
Benjamin Zeltser|
Feb 10, 2023|
2
Sitting between the two most prolific divisions in the UFC, the featherweights add plenty of talent to an already stacked roster of fighters. This year's list of prospects features several internation
UFC 284: Odds Breakdown
UFC 284: Odds Breakdown
Douglas Vegas Bets|
Feb 10, 2023|
2
A super fight for the ages takes place down under at Lightweight with Islam Makhachev -357 defending his belt for the first time against pound-for-pound number one Alexander Volkanovski +300 in Perth,
Verdict's Sleeper Fight of the Week: Josh Culibao vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan
Verdict's Sleeper Fight of the Week: Josh Culibao vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan
Joey Kolnicki|
Feb 9, 2023|
1
An excellent matchup of powerful strikers, this fight will be a war on the feet. In this bout, we’ll see two rising prospects collide in the octagon. **This fight takes place in the Featherweight (14
Mark Coleman's Words For Fedor Emelianenko in His Retirement
Mark Coleman's Words For Fedor Emelianenko in His Retirement
Abdullah Ouazri, Liam Mooney|
Feb 9, 2023|
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We did some reaching around prior to Bellator 290, where Fedor Emelianenko retired, to collect some words from his peers in an effort to give the legend the send-off he deserves. Another such legend
Alexander Hernandez Accepts Short Notice Fight vs. Jim Miller
Alexander Hernandez Accepts Short Notice Fight vs. Jim Miller
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 9, 2023|
1
An intriguing matchup between popular Lightweights Jim Miller and Alexander Hernandez has been announced for UFC Vegas 69: Santos vs. Blanchfield on February 18th at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada,
Brandon Royval takes on Matheus Nicolau on April 15th
Brandon Royval takes on Matheus Nicolau on April 15th
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 9, 2023|
0
A massive top-5 matchup between Brandon Royval and Matheus Nicolau has just been announced for UFC Fight Night 222 in Kansas City, Missouri, per Marcel Dorff. **This fight takes place in the Flyweigh
Matt Hughes' Words For Fedor Emelianenko In His Retirement
Matt Hughes' Words For Fedor Emelianenko In His Retirement
Abdullah Ouazri, Liam Mooney|
Feb 8, 2023|
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If you search 'legendary' in an MMA dictionary, you will find a picture of Matt Hughes beneath it. Next to his picture would be Fedor Emelianenko and many others that we'd need more time to mention to
Kevin Lee Resigns With The UFC, Where Does Lee Fit Into This Now?
Kevin Lee Resigns With The UFC, Where Does Lee Fit Into This Now?
Liam Lindsay|
Feb 7, 2023|
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Kevin Lee has re-signed with the UFC for an exclusive deal following his departure from the promotion in late 2021, per Brett Okamoto via ESPN. Let's review the circumstances surrounding Lee's career
Anthony Pettis vs. Roy Jones Jr. Headlines Jorge Masvidal Boxing, Jose Aldo Also on The Card
Anthony Pettis vs. Roy Jones Jr. Headlines Jorge Masvidal Boxing, Jose Aldo Also on The Card
Abdullah Ouazri|
Feb 6, 2023|
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Jorge Masvidal announced on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani that Gambred Boxing 4 will take on April 1st at Fiserv Forum Arena in Milwaukee on Pay-Per-View. The card is stacked with UFC talent, inclu
Betting Odds: Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler - Oddsmakers split on McGregor's return
Betting Odds: Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler - Oddsmakers split on McGregor's return
Douglas Vegas Bets|
Feb 4, 2023|
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Dana White made it official that Conor McGregor will be making his return to the octagon against Michael Chandler after the pair coach a season of The Ultimate Fighter. The odds for this one are out,

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