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fromSherdog
1 day ago

Flyweight prospect Christian Natividad stays undefeated in LFA 228 main event

Christian Natividad defeated Adrian Garcia by unanimous decision at LFA 228, showcasing dominant grappling control to remain undefeated and pursue UFC opportunities.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 day ago

Belal Muhammad vs. Gabriel Bonfim Tops UFC Vegas 118

Former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad faces Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Vegas 118 on June 6, 2026, seeking to recover from consecutive losses.
MMA
fromSherdog
4 days ago

Michael Morales hints that UFC welterweight title shot is next

Michael Morales claims he deserves the next welterweight title shot against Islam Makhachev over Ian Garry, citing Dana White's preference.
#ufc-middleweight
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Caio Borralho calls out Dricus Du Plessis after UFC 326 win

Caio Borralho defeated Reinier de Ridder by unanimous decision at UFC 326 and called out Dricus Du Plessis, believing a win over him guarantees a middleweight title shot.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Reinier de Ridder believes win over Caio Borralho puts him back in title mix

Reinier de Ridder seeks to return to UFC middleweight title contention by defeating Caio Borralho at UFC 326, believing a spectacular victory will secure his path back to championship consideration.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Scotland showcase potential to chase Six Nations title and end pain against Ireland

Scotland defeats France 50-7 in Six Nations, maintaining title contention, but faces critical test against Ireland in Dublin where they haven't won since 1998.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 week ago

TTP Ep. 521: Caio Borralho, Shawn Marcos da Silva, and UFC 326

UFC 326 features Caio Borralho versus Reiner de Ridder in the co-main event, with Borralho positioned for a title run after mentality adjustments following his previous fight.
#premier-league-title-race
fromSoccer News
1 week ago
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Neville backs Arsenal for Premier League title despite 10 more weeks of pain - Soccer News

fromSoccer News
1 week ago
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Neville backs Arsenal for Premier League title despite 10 more weeks of pain - Soccer News

MMA
fromCageside Press
2 weeks ago

UFC Mexico City: Moreno vs Kavanagh Post-Fight Reactions

Lone'er Kavanagh defeated Brandon Moreno by unanimous decision at UFC Mexico City, establishing himself as a top flyweight contender with a potential title shot in the near future.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 weeks ago

UFC Mexico City: David Martinez Hands Chito Vera Fourth Straight Loss

Marlon Vera faced David Martinez in UFC Mexico City seeking to end a three-fight losing streak, with Martinez entering on a nine-fight winning streak.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 weeks ago

Ahead of UFC Mexico City, Ailin Perez Says Bantamweight's Big Names Running Scared

Ailin Perez combines entertainment value with competitive performance in women's bantamweight, maintaining a five-fight win streak while using personality and marketing to stand out in a division she views as lacking stars.
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Nassourdine Imavov: UFC title shot against Khamzat Chimaev yet to be confirmed

No final news yet, no contract signed. One of the last discussions I had with Hunter Campbell and Mick Maynard in Qatar - They told me that they wanted to schedule the fight against Khamzat for December, then for February. But Khamzat got injured. We spoke recently with Mick Maynard, and they want to see the fight happen, but we don't have final approval.
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fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Tai Tuivasa "Owes This Year to Myself" After Layoff, Missed Winning

Tai Tuivasa returns at UFC 325 in Sydney versus Tallison Teixeira aiming to end a five-fight skid and push back toward heavyweight title contention.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Confidence High on All Fronts Ahead of UFC 324

UFC 324 debuts on Paramount+ with fighters confident, trash-talking, and vying for title opportunities in high-profile matchups.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Umar Nurmagomedov Addresses Petr Yan, Merab Rematch Talk Before UFC 324

Umar Nurmagomedov will face Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 324 and is ready for any opponent, viewing a Merab–Petr rematch as a big national title fight.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Rangers have dragged themselves back into title race - but Rohl wants more

Rangers have closed to within three points of Hearts after a 2-0 win, mounting a sustained title challenge under Danny Rohl.
#ufc
from101GREATGOALS.COM
3 months ago

Oleksandr Usyk names shock next opponent for his next fight

Wilder, previously WBC world champion and one of heavyweight boxing's most feared, has struggled since losing his trilogy fight with Tyson Fury. The American has since suffered back-to-back stoppage defeats to Joseph Parker in 2023 and Zhilei Zhang in 2024, taking a year out before returning with a seventh-round win against little-known Tyrrell Anthony Herndon. But despite his status slipping, Usyk still sees the Bronze Bomber as a marquee name for his next bout.
World news
fromCageside Press
3 months ago

UFC 322: Erin Blanchfield Looking to Be "Undeniable"

I'd love a title shot. Valetina and Weili are fighting tonight, I got a big finish on the same card. I think it just makes sense, I've been in the top five for a couple years now,
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fromCageside Press
4 months ago

UFC 321's Azamat Murzakanov Likes Being Underestimated

Azamat Murzakanov scored a knockout over Aleksandar Rakic, remains undefeated (16-0), welcomes being underestimated and seeks a number-one contender bout at light heavyweight.
MMA
fromCageside Press
4 months ago

Aleksandar Rakic Details Team Change; "Will Have Answers" To Murzakanov's Actions

Aleksandar Rakic relocated to Serbia to train under a longtime friend and coach, accepted family sacrifices, and aims to reclaim a UFC title-challenger spot.
Golden State Warriors
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Kurtenbach: Warriors' Antiques Roadshow is back why Curry & Co. must slow-walk their way to playoffs

Veteran Golden State Warriors core is highly experienced but significantly aged, raising durability concerns over an 82-game season despite title-contending potential.
MMA
fromCageside Press
4 months ago

What's Next: UFC Vancouver Winners

Brendan Allen's stoppage of Reinier de Ridder on short notice elevates him toward title contention; Canadian fighters went 5-2 on the Vancouver card.
fromCageside Press
5 months ago

UFC 320: Jiri Prochazka "Will Find a Way" to Reclaim Title

I was too patient, and yeah, that was something I didn't realize. I waited too much for a counter, too much waiting for a counter, because I thought that will be there," Prochazka (32-5-1) admitted following the fight, speaking with media outlets including Cageside Press. His thinking was "I'm on the place, I will catch him really clearly with the counter.
MMA
World news
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Ranking boxing fights: Fundora-Thurman, Parker-Wardley, more

October fights will shape contender status across divisions, notably Parker, Foster, Fundora, Ennis and Ramos Jr., with title and reputation implications.
MMA
fromCageside Press
6 months ago

Noche UFC: Amanda Lemos Wants Title, Not Interested in Righting Wrongs

Amanda Lemos faces Tatiana Suarez at Noche UFC after a prior cancellation, with a win likely positioning Lemos for another strawweight title opportunity.
MMA
fromCageside Press
6 months ago

Tatiana Suarez More Comfortable on the Feet Heading Into Noche UFC

Tatiana Suarez returns at Noche UFC to face Amanda Lemos, aiming to rebound from her first pro loss and climb back toward a strawweight title shot.
MMA
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 months ago

Imavov calls for Chimaev's title after UFC main event win over Borralho

Nassourdine Imavov defeated Caio Borralho by unanimous decision in Paris and declared himself the next challenger to UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev.
MMA
fromCageside Press
6 months ago

UFC Shanghai's Sergei Pavlovich: Goal is the Belt

Sergei Pavlovich seeks to rebound with an entertaining win over Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC Shanghai while pursuing heavyweight title contention.
fromCageside Press
6 months ago

Brian Ortega Says He Needs Two 'Statement' Wins To Get Title Shot

"Because his base is wrestle then Jiu Jitsu, my base is Jiu Jitsu then wrestle, I think it just has a different dynamic when it comes to the grappling aspect," Ortega told reporters on Wednesday. "He's looking for certain things, and I'm looking for other things."
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fromESPN.com
9 months ago

How many fights is Erin Blanchfield away from a title shot?

The top MMA fighters under 25 have shown significant potential, with Erin Blanchfield poised for a title shot after recent successes.
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