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UFC Vegas 115: Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Stays Perfect, Subs Brendson Ribeiro

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UFC Vegas 115: Ethyn Ewing Takes Another 0, Finishes Rafael Estevam

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UFC Vegas 115: Jose Delano Makes Successful Debut Against Robert Ruchala

UFC Vegas 115 Prelims: 'Golden Girl' scores highlight-reel flying knee knockout

Alice Pereira achieved her first UFC victory with a flying knee knockout against Hailey Cowan in the second round at UFC Vegas 115.

UFC Vegas 115: Thomas Petersen Turns It Up Late, Snags Majority Decision Over Undefeated Guilherme Pat

Thomas Petersen defeated Guilherme Pat in a competitive bout at UFC Vegas 115, showcasing effective striking and control throughout the fight.

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UFC Vegas 115: Virna Jandiroba Cruises to Victory Over Tabatha Ricci

Virna Jandiroba defeated Tabatha Ricci at UFC Vegas 115, showcasing superior grappling and control throughout the fight.

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UFC Vegas 115: Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev Stays Perfect, Subs Brendson Ribeiro

Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev submitted Brendson Ribeiro in the first round, extending his unbeaten MMA record to nine.

UFC Vegas 115: Ethyn Ewing Takes Another 0, Finishes Rafael Estevam

Ethyn Ewing defeated Rafael Estevam by TKO in the third round at UFC Vegas 115, showcasing his striking skills and fight control.

UFC Vegas 115: Jose Delano Makes Successful Debut Against Robert Ruchala

Jose Delano won his UFC debut against Robert Ruchala at UFC Vegas 115, showcasing superior striking and defensive skills.

UFC Vegas 115 Prelims: 'Golden Girl' scores highlight-reel flying knee knockout

Alice Pereira achieved her first UFC victory with a flying knee knockout against Hailey Cowan in the second round at UFC Vegas 115.

UFC Vegas 115: Thomas Petersen Turns It Up Late, Snags Majority Decision Over Undefeated Guilherme Pat

Thomas Petersen defeated Guilherme Pat in a competitive bout at UFC Vegas 115, showcasing effective striking and control throughout the fight.

Gable Steveson hints he is close to UFC signing

Gable Steveson is close to signing with the UFC, prioritizing MMA over other competitions despite his upcoming matches with Real American Freestyle.

Top heavyweight MMA prospect inks multi-match deal with RAF

Gable Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist, has signed a multi-match deal with Real American Freestyle and remains undefeated in MMA with three quick finishes.

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Gable Steveson hints he is close to UFC signing

Gable Steveson is close to signing with the UFC, prioritizing MMA over other competitions despite his upcoming matches with Real American Freestyle.

Top heavyweight MMA prospect inks multi-match deal with RAF

Gable Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist, has signed a multi-match deal with Real American Freestyle and remains undefeated in MMA with three quick finishes.

Gable Stevenson hints he is close to UFC signing

Gable Stevenson is close to signing with the UFC, prioritizing MMA over other competitions despite his upcoming RAF debut.

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Sergio Pettis opens up on going into PFL Chicago without longtime coach

Sergio Pettis fights for the first time without coach Duke Roufus, motivated by his newborn son and supported by his brother and longtime coaches.

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UFC Vegas 115's Hailey Cowan Talks Growth During Time Away

I actually tore my meniscus again in my [last] fight with in the first round - this is my fourth meniscus surgery. I just went to pass guard and I felt the click and then my leg got stuck.

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LFA 230: Bartling vs. Cleveland Full Results

Nyle Bartling aimed for a comeback at LFA 230 against Charlie Cleveland after a series of finishes in his last three fights.

ONE Friday Fights 149 and The Inner Circle Live Stream and Results

ONE Championship held Friday Fights 149 on April 3, featuring Tomyamkoong Bhumjaithai against Bejenuta Maximus and offering a $100,000 contract opportunity.

ONE Friday Fights 148 & The Inner Circle Live Stream and Results

ONE Friday Fights 148 featured a strawweight Muay Thai main event and a chance for an unsigned fighter to win a $100,000 contract.

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ONE Championship Shutters Women's Strawweight, Releases Champ Xiong Jing Nan

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ONE Friday Fights 149 and The Inner Circle Live Stream and Results

ONE Championship held Friday Fights 149 on April 3, featuring Tomyamkoong Bhumjaithai against Bejenuta Maximus and offering a $100,000 contract opportunity.

ONE Friday Fights 148 & The Inner Circle Live Stream and Results

ONE Friday Fights 148 featured a strawweight Muay Thai main event and a chance for an unsigned fighter to win a $100,000 contract.

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ONE Championship Shutters Women's Strawweight, Releases Champ Xiong Jing Nan

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PFL fills out Sioux Falls main card with two more ranked contests

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Full Card Announced for PFL Belfast on April 16

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Johnny Eblen starches Bryan Battle in PFL Pittsburgh main event

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PFL Pittsburgh: Kasanganay KOs Rosta, Eblen Subs Battle

Johnny Eblen starches Bryan Battle in PFL Pittsburg main event

Johnny Eblen secured a first-round submission victory over Bryan Battle, showcasing his dominance and calling for a rematch with PFL champion Costello van Steenis.

PFL Pittsburgh: Eblen vs. Battle Full Results

PFL Pittsburgh featured Johnny Eblen vs. Bryan Battle in the main event, marking Eblen's return after his first professional loss.

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PFL fills out Sioux Falls main card with two more ranked contests

Four highly ranked fighters are set to compete in the PFL event in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on May 2.

Full Card Announced for PFL Belfast on April 16

PFL Belfast features a main event between Darragh Kelly and Jay-Jay Wilson on April 16 at SSE Arena, Belfast.

Johnny Eblen starches Bryan Battle in PFL Pittsburgh main event

Johnny Eblen secured a first-round submission victory over Bryan Battle, showcasing his dominance and calling for a rematch with PFL champion Costello van Steenis.

PFL Pittsburgh: Kasanganay KOs Rosta, Eblen Subs Battle

Impa Kasanganay and Johnny Eblen secured emphatic victories at PFL Pittsburgh, positioning themselves for potential title shots in the middleweight division.

Johnny Eblen starches Bryan Battle in PFL Pittsburg main event

Johnny Eblen secured a first-round submission victory over Bryan Battle, showcasing his dominance and calling for a rematch with PFL champion Costello van Steenis.

PFL Pittsburgh: Eblen vs. Battle Full Results

PFL Pittsburgh featured Johnny Eblen vs. Bryan Battle in the main event, marking Eblen's return after his first professional loss.

Arman Tsarukyan booked against UFC Hall of Famer in RAF 8 co-main event

Arman Tsarukyan will face Urijah Faber at Real American Freestyle 8 on April 18 in Philadelphia.

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Khamzat Chimaev refuses to be put on same pedestal as former UFC champs

Khamzat Chimaev humbly acknowledges his single title win compared to T.J. Dillashaw and Demetrious Johnson's combined 20 title victories.

Demetrious Johnson urges Israel Adesanya to retire: 'You've done everything'

Demetrious Johnson believes Israel Adesanya should retire from MMA after achieving everything possible in the sport.

Joe Pyfer Believes Adesanya Is The Middleweight GOAT

Pyfer considers Adesanya the greatest middleweight of all time, surpassing legends like Anderson Silva due to his dominance over modern fighters.

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Demetrious Johnson urges Israel Adesanya to retire: 'You've done everything'

Demetrious Johnson believes Israel Adesanya should retire from MMA after achieving everything possible in the sport.

Joe Pyfer Believes Adesanya Is The Middleweight GOAT

Pyfer considers Adesanya the greatest middleweight of all time, surpassing legends like Anderson Silva due to his dominance over modern fighters.

Former lightweight champ returns to action in PFL Sioux Falls co-headliner

Gadzhi Rabadanov faces Aleksandr Chizov in the PFL Sioux Falls co-main event after a recent loss ended his 12-fight winning streak.

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MMA madness: Which heavyweight would win a 16-man tournament?

Hypothetical MMA heavyweight tournament features top fighters, including Ngannou and Pereira, with predictions on match outcomes by experts.

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Valentina Shevchenko fires back at Khabib's comments on women in MMA

Valentina Shevchenko and Khabib Nurmagomedov have opposing views on women's roles in MMA and society.

Michael Chiesa happy to retire before MMA could 'get the best of me'

Michael Chiesa retired after a first-round submission victory, leaving the sport while still winning and planning to continue in broadcasting.

Demetrious "Mighty Mouse" Johnson Announced As 2026 UFC Hall of Fame Inductee

Demetrious Johnson, the most decorated flyweight, will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.

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Tyrell Fortune: Living to fight another day after they pronounced me dead

Tyrell Fortune made his UFC debut at 35, winning a unanimous decision after a near-death experience shaped his perspective on life and opportunities.

Brazilian Pancrase ace eyes future bouts with Rizin, Dana White's Contender Series

Rafael Barbosa won the Pancrase lightweight belt and aims to fight in Rizin or Dana White's Contender Series while improving his wrestling skills.

Brazilian Pancrase champ eyes future bouts with Rizin, Dana White's Contender Series

Rafael Barbosa won the Pancrase lightweight belt and aims to fight in Rizin or Dana White's Contender Series.

Brazilian Pancrase ace eyes future bouts with Rizin, Dana White's Contender Series

Rafael Barbosa won the Pancrase lightweight belt and aims to fight in Rizin or Dana White's Contender Series while improving his wrestling skills.

Brazilian Pancrase champ eyes future bouts with Rizin, Dana White's Contender Series

Rafael Barbosa won the Pancrase lightweight belt and aims to fight in Rizin or Dana White's Contender Series.

UFC Seattle's Julian Erosa: Happy to Be Home

Julian Erosa is eager to return to fighting after a long layoff due to injury, with a special focus on a home fight in Seattle.

LFA 229: Martins vs. Goncalves Full Results

Richard Martins faced Vanderlei Goncalves in the main event of LFA 229 in São Paulo, Brazil.

UFC 2 pioneer, muay thai champ Orlando Wiet dead at 60

Orlando Wiet, a kickboxing champion, passed away at 60 after a brief MMA career with one win and five losses.

Junior dos Santos enlists towering Brazilian to prepare for Robelis Despaigne

Junior dos Santos is excited to compete on Netflix's first MMA card against Robelis Despaigne, highlighting the clash of their fighting styles.

Francis Ngannou claims PFL split was not his decision

Francis Ngannou's relationship with PFL ended unexpectedly, with Ngannou claiming he was unaware of the public announcement of his release.

Francis Ngannou wanted to fulfill remainder of PFL contract

Francis Ngannou's contract issues with PFL led to a split, delaying his anticipated fights.

Francis Ngannou claims PFL split was not his decision

Francis Ngannou's relationship with PFL ended unexpectedly, with Ngannou claiming he was unaware of the public announcement of his release.

Francis Ngannou wanted to fulfill remainder of PFL contract

Francis Ngannou's contract issues with PFL led to a split, delaying his anticipated fights.

PFL Pittsburgh: "Plan A Guy" Jack Cartwright Never Had a Backup to Fighting

Jack Cartwright prepares for a new opponent, Allan Begosso, emphasizing his readiness for grappling and striking threats in the fight.

MVP Announces Additional Bouts For Rousey-Carano May 16 Card

Most Valuable Promotions has enhanced its May 16 MMA debut with eight additional bouts, featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano.

Bryan Battle vows to look for finish in PFL debut

Bryan Battle aims for a knockout in his PFL debut against Johnny Eblen, emphasizing a 'kill or be killed' mentality.

UFC London bonus winner admits she used to hate MMA

Shanelle Dyer transitioned from muay thai to MMA for financial reasons and has since embraced grappling as a crucial part of her fighting style.

Full MVP card on Netflix includes former champions, UFC veterans

Most Valuable Promotions has announced an intriguing fight card for the 'Rousey vs. Carano' event on May 16, 2026.

Sumiko Inaba Taking "Confidence Boost," Experience from Ditcheva Fight into PFL Pittsburgh

Sumiko Inaba is excited to fight UFC alum Ariane Lipski da Silva in the new format of the PFL.

UFC Seattle main card finalized with late change

Niko Price replaces Carlston Harris to fight Michael Chiesa at UFC Seattle, marking Chiesa's farewell fight.

Massive payday rumored for Nate Diaz on MVP card

Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotion and Netflix are investing heavily in MMA, featuring Ronda Rousey and Nate Diaz on their debut card.

Fighting Nerds coach: If Volkanovski is in Ruffy's corner, I don't feel comfortable

Mauricio Ruffy's training camp situation is complicated by Jean Silva's title shot aspirations and the dynamics within his team.

UFC London: Michael Page Wins Low-Action Decision Over Sam Patterson

Michael Page showcased his striking skills but faced a cautious opponent in Sam Patterson during their UFC London matchup.

Brendan Allen to face unranked opponent at UFC Fight Night 278 on June 6

Brendan Allen will face Edmen Shahbazyan in a middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night 278 on June 6.

Former UFC champion returns to MMA after long hiatus

Anthony Pettis is returning to MMA after nearly four years, scheduled to fight Adil Boranbayev at OGF 01 on June 6.