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Talita Alencar Takes Decision Over Julia Polastri in UFC Vegas 116 Opener

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6 hours ago

Aljamain Sterling calls for featherweight title shot after UFC 116 win

Aljamain Sterling aims for a featherweight title shot against Alexander Volkanovski after a unanimous decision win over Youssef Zalal.

15 hours ago

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UFC Vegas 116: Michelle Montague Handles Mayra Bueno Silva, Improves to 8-0

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UFC Vegas 116 Prelims: Eric McConico upsets BJJ ace Rodolfo Vieira

Eric McConico won a unanimous decision against Rodolfo Vieira at UFC Fight Night 274, showcasing superior striking and grappling skills.

20 hours ago

Paulo Costa: Jiri Prochazka didn't show 'mercy' against Carlos Ulberg

Paulo Costa believes Jiri Prochazka mischaracterized his actions during the fight against Carlos Ulberg, suggesting overconfidence rather than mercy influenced his performance.

12 hours ago

UFC Vegas 116: Joselyne Edwards Halts Norma Dumont's Win Streak, Extends Her Own

Joselyne Edwards defeated Norma Dumont by unanimous decision, ending Dumont's six-fight win streak and extending Edwards' winning streak to five fights.

17 hours ago

Talita Alencar Takes Decision Over Julia Polastri in UFC Vegas 116 Opener

Talita Alencar defeated Julia Polastri in a competitive women's strawweight fight at UFC Vegas 116.

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6 hours ago

Aljamain Sterling calls for featherweight title shot after UFC 116 win

Aljamain Sterling aims for a featherweight title shot against Alexander Volkanovski after a unanimous decision win over Youssef Zalal.

15 hours ago

UFC Vegas 116: Michelle Montague Handles Mayra Bueno Silva, Improves to 8-0

Montague dominated the fight against Bueno Silva, showcasing superior grappling and ground control throughout the match.

14 hours ago

UFC Vegas 116 Prelims: Eric McConico upsets BJJ ace Rodolfo Vieira

Eric McConico won a unanimous decision against Rodolfo Vieira at UFC Fight Night 274, showcasing superior striking and grappling skills.

20 hours ago

Paulo Costa: Jiri Prochazka didn't show 'mercy' against Carlos Ulberg

Paulo Costa believes Jiri Prochazka mischaracterized his actions during the fight against Carlos Ulberg, suggesting overconfidence rather than mercy influenced his performance.

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Next month, the cult Japanese women's pro-wrestling league is coming to NYC for one night only

Sukeban combines high fashion, punk energy, and martial arts in an electrifying wrestling event in New York City.

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3 days ago

Nothing really clicked': How Iga Swiatek is burning through coaches in bid to find way back to top

Iga Swiatek idolized Rafael Nadal, whose influence shaped her tennis style and led to a coaching relationship at his academy, enhancing her skills further.

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22 hours ago

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Paulo Costa warns Khamzat Chimaev about moving to light heavyweight

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Paulo Costa willing to move to heavyweight, face Josh Hokit at UFC White House

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Coach: Paulo Costa can compete with Top 5 at light heavyweight

22 hours ago

Paulo Costa warns Khamzat Chimaev about moving to light heavyweight

Paulo Costa is ready to fight Khamzat Chimaev at light heavyweight, claiming it will be more challenging for Chimaev than their potential middleweight bout.

Paulo Costa willing to move to heavyweight, face Josh Hokit at UFC White House

Paulo Costa is prepared to fight Josh Hokit at heavyweight if Derrick Lewis withdraws from their scheduled match.

Coach: Paulo Costa can compete with Top 5 at light heavyweight

Paulo Costa's performance at UFC 327 impresses Rafael Cordeiro, who believes he should remain in the light heavyweight division.

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.

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Natalia Silva Says UFC Promised Shevchenko Title Fight After UFC 324 Win Over Rose Namajunas

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Ketlen Souza to Train Alongside Ranked Strawweight Ahead of UFC Vegas 113

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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.

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Natalia Silva Says UFC Promised Shevchenko Title Fight After UFC 324 Win Over Rose Namajunas

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Ketlen Souza to Train Alongside Ranked Strawweight Ahead of UFC Vegas 113

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Jasmine Jasudavicius refutes rumors of nicotine use at UFC Winnipeg

6 days ago

Jasmine Jasudavicius Says No. 1 Priority at UFC Winnipeg Was Winning

Jasmine Jasudavicius prioritized winning over performance in her fight, reflecting on personal growth and patience in both martial arts and life.

UFC Winnipeg's Jasmine Jasudavicius: Action in the Cage Reflects Life Outside It

Jasmine Jasudavicius learned to be smarter in her choices after her loss to Manon Fiorot, emphasizing the importance of strategy in martial arts.

MMA

Jasmine Jasudavicius refutes rumors of nicotine use at UFC Winnipeg

6 days ago

Jasmine Jasudavicius Says No. 1 Priority at UFC Winnipeg Was Winning

Jasmine Jasudavicius prioritized winning over performance in her fight, reflecting on personal growth and patience in both martial arts and life.

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UFC Winnipeg's Jasmine Jasudavicius: Action in the Cage Reflects Life Outside It

Jasmine Jasudavicius learned to be smarter in her choices after her loss to Manon Fiorot, emphasizing the importance of strategy in martial arts.

Brian Ortega opens up on breakup with Tracy Cortez

Brian Ortega recognized early mistakes in his relationship with Tracy Cortez but stayed due to ego and fear of judgment.

Gilbert Burns explains how he can make impact as MMA manager

Gilbert Burns plans to become a fighter manager after retiring from professional MMA competition.

Youssef Zalal targets Charles Oliveira's featherweight submission record

Youssef Zalal aims to break Charles Oliveira's submission record in UFC featherweight history before retirement.

Arman Tsarukyan only willing to drop to featherweight for UFC title shot

Ideally, I would prefer to stay in my weight class at lightweight. But if that doesn't happen, if they offer me a title fight at featherweight, then why not? Otherwise, there's no point of fighting at featherweight against just anyone; I'd rather fight in my own division.

MMA

Ronda Rousey likely 'done fighting' after Netflix bout vs. Gina Carano

Ronda Rousey's return to MMA is likely a one-time event focused on family over financial gain.

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Rousey initially reached out to UFC regarding Carano fight: 'It didn't exactly work out'

Ronda Rousey likely 'done fighting' after Netflix bout vs. Gina Carano

Ronda Rousey's return to MMA is likely a one-time event focused on family over financial gain.

MMA

Rousey initially reached out to UFC regarding Carano fight: 'It didn't exactly work out'

Valentina Shevchenko reacts to Ronda Rousey's OnlyFans remarks

Valentina Shevchenko criticized Ronda Rousey's assumption that she uses OnlyFans out of financial necessity, stating the platform is a modern way for fighters to connect with fans.

Merab Dvalishvili explains why he won't wrestle Umar Nurmagomedov

I don't like this guy, because he disrespect me. My job is to fight. Whoever the UFC gives me, I will fight. UFC gives me [Umar], I will fight. Wrestling is for fun. I'll never do fun matchup against this guy. Because it's not fun for me, it's real.

MMA

Ilia Topuria goes off on 'dumb as f--k' Arman Tsarukyan

Ilia Topuria dismisses Arman Tsarukyan as a serious contender, criticizing his maturity and lifestyle choices while preparing for his title defense against Justin Gaethje.

Vicente Luque: Skill, technique can overcome strength deficit at middleweight

Vicente Luque believes his skills can offset his size disadvantage in middleweight MMA competition.

Khamzat Chimaev issues $200K challenge to 'any Olympic champion' wrestler

Khamzat Chimaev offers $200,000 to any Olympic champion who can survive sparring with him as he prepares for UFC 328.

Video: Ciryl Gane trains with former 'Poatan' foe ahead of UFC White House

Ciryl Gane is training with Artem Vakhitov ahead of his fight against Alex Pereira for the interim heavyweight title.

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Baumgardner shines after New Zealand's Daniels seizes unified crown in jarring upset

Alycia Baumgardner retained her WBO, IBF and WBA junior lightweight titles with a commanding 10-round unanimous decision over South Korea's Bo Mi Re Shin, dominating the fight for five rounds before winning by scores of 98-92, 98-92 and 99-91.

MMA

6 days ago

Dana White Speaks on Funding Treatment for Maya Gebala

Dana White is involved in supporting the recovery of shooting victim Maya Gebala after a tragic incident in Tumbler Ridge.

Gina Carano admits she 'really wanted' chance to compete in UFC

Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey will fight on May 16 as part of the first MMA card on Netflix.

MMA

Coach: Gina Carano Back in Training 'Every Day'

Gina Carano admits she 'really wanted' chance to compete in UFC

Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey will fight on May 16 as part of the first MMA card on Netflix.

MMA

Coach: Gina Carano Back in Training 'Every Day'

Virna Jandiroba believes Weili Zhang deserves next strawweight title fight

Virna Jandiroba is willing to wait for a title shot, prioritizing a fight with Weili Zhang over a rematch with Mackenzie Dern.

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3 weeks ago

UFC matches rising welterweight talent against former Bellator champ at UFC 328

Joel Alvarez will face Yaroslav Amosov at UFC 328 on May 9, with potential rankings implications for the winner.

Cris Cyborg preps for latest title bout, life after fighting

Cris Cyborg aims for the vacant WIBA super welterweight title against Paulina Cardona, reflecting on her successful combat sports career.

MMA

PFL Champ Cris Cyborg Sets End Goal for Combat Sports Career

4 weeks ago

Cris Cyborg preps for latest title bout, life after fighting

Cris Cyborg aims for the vacant WIBA super welterweight title against Paulina Cardona, reflecting on her successful combat sports career.

MMA

PFL Champ Cris Cyborg Sets End Goal for Combat Sports Career

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

ONE Championship has shut down its women's strawweight division and released champion Xiong Jing Nan.

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Sumiko Inaba determined to build on lessons learned ahead of PFL Pittsburgh

MMA

PFL Adds Former LFA Champ to Women's Flyweight Division

Sumiko Inaba determined to build on lessons learned ahead of PFL Pittsburgh

Sumiko Inaba aims to learn from her previous fight and is focused on defeating Ariane Lipski da Silva in PFL Pittsburgh.

MMA

PFL Adds Former LFA Champ to Women's Flyweight Division

Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Gabriela Fundora's dominance fuels her rise

Gabriela Fundora secured her third consecutive undisputed flyweight championship defense with a sixth-round knockout victory, rising to No. 3 in women's pound-for-pound rankings.

Claressa Shields open to boxing match against Amanda Nunes

Claressa Shields expresses interest in an exhibition boxing match against Amanda Nunes, believing she would win while respecting Nunes' fighting abilities.

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Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Gabriela Fundora's dominance fuels her rise

Gabriela Fundora secured her third consecutive undisputed flyweight championship defense with a sixth-round knockout victory, rising to No. 3 in women's pound-for-pound rankings.

Claressa Shields open to boxing match against Amanda Nunes

Claressa Shields expresses interest in an exhibition boxing match against Amanda Nunes, believing she would win while respecting Nunes' fighting abilities.

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UFC Vegas 114: Amanda Lemos Opens Up On What Delayed Robertson Fight

In December, all of a sudden there was like a sore in my mouth that just appeared, and the commission opted to pull the fight off [the card]. You go through a full camp, get prepared to face a fighter like that, you're ready to go, you make weight, then that happens.

MMA

Ronda Rousey: Fight with Carano Now About "Challenging the Monolith that the UFC Has Become"

Ronda Rousey returns to fighting against Gina Carano in May 2025 under Jake Paul's MVP promotion on Netflix, ending her UFC comeback plans.

Ranked UFC Strawweight Accepts 9-Month Suspension for Anti-Doping Violation

Iasmin Lucindo suspended nine months after testing positive for mesterolone; CSAD found minimal exposure and full cooperation with possible contaminated supplements; eligible to return in June.

Joanna Jedrzejczyk vs. Weili Zhang All-Time Great Fight Headed to UFC Hall of Fame

Joanna Jedrzejczyk vs. Weili Zhang from UFC 248 is inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame Fight Wing as part of the Class of 2026, recognized as the consensus best women's fight of all time.

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Statement On Iasmin Lucindo

CSAD suspended part of Lucindo Bezerra's ineligibility and imposed a nine-month ban due to cooperation and no intentional mesterolone use.

UFC Mexico City: Ailin Perez Beats Macy Chiasson for Sixth Straight Win

Ailin Perez defeated Macy Chiasson by decision in a bantamweight bout, extending her winning streak to six consecutive victories.

UFC Vegas 113: Klaudia Sygula Outworks Priscila Cachoeira

Priscila Cachoeira and Klaudia Sygula engaged in a bloody, back-and-forth bantamweight fight that remained competitive through three rounds.

The Ultimate Fighter 34 Announced, to Feature Bantamweights, Strawweights

The Ultimate Fighter 34 will premiere on Paramount+ in 2026, featuring bantamweights and women's strawweights, with remote casting through March 27, 2026.

Ilia Topuria names Top 3 potential matchups

Islam, Conor, and Paddy. I'd love to do that - to be the first one [to KO Paddy]. If someone else did it, I can do it too. And if no one did it, I can always be the first to do it.

MMA

UFC Vegas 113: Klaudia Sygula Says Getting to UFC Too Fast Can Be Detrimental to Fighters

Klaudia Sygula earned her second UFC victory but felt disappointed for not finishing Priscila Cachoeira, emphasizing continued development and trust in UFC matchmaking.

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Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: A unanimous choice for No. 1

Shields is one of only two boxers in the four-belt era to become undisputed in three weight classes -- Terence Crawford is the other. She unified all four major women's heavyweight titles on Feb. 2, 2025, with a win over Danielle Perkins and has since made two successful defenses.

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