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Sean O'Malley's biggest concerns coming into UFC 316
Of all the fights Sean O'Malley could have taken after losing his belt to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306, an immediate rematch is one of the riskiest. While guaranteeing an opportunity at reclaiming the belt, 'Suga' runs the risk of locking himself out of the title picture with a devastating loss.
MMA News / The SportsRush / June 7
Jon Jones & Mike Perry Use ‘Conor McGregor’s Billion Dollar Blueprint’, 8 Ex-UFC Fighters Follow Their Lead
Not only has Mike Perry become the poster boy of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), but he’s also started his own promotion, Dirty Boxing. The promotion has mixed MMA with boxing to create something entirely new.
Julianna Pena News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
‘I almost feel bad’… UFC veteran brutally blames Julianna Pena for his dislike of women’s MMA
UFC 316 headliner Julianna Pena certainly has her fair share of haters. Saturday’s pay-per-view event will see a polarizing UFC champion return to action, as Pena defends her title against Kayla Harrison.
Merab Dvalishvili News / MMA on SI / June 7
3 tactics Sean O’Malley must use to beat Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316
UFC 316 commences Saturday night in Newark, New Jersey, with Merab Dvalishvili rematching Sean O’Malley for Dvalishvili’s UFC Bantamweight Championship in the night’s main event.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Ilia Topuria sends message of support to Merab Dvalishvili ahead of Sean O’Malley rematch at UFC 316
Merab Dvalishvili is set to defend his bantamweight title for the second time when the Octagon returns to Newark, New Jersey. On June 7, Dvalishvili will look to correct the mistakes he made against Sean O’Malley the first time around to record an even more dominant performance.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
‘I don’t believe Jon Jones turned it down’… MMA legend says the UFC champion has not avoided Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones is not running from Tom Aspinall, according to a former UFC world title challenger. For months on end, fans have patiently waited, hoping the
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Francis Ngannou’s coach clarifies comments regarding a potential UFC return after attracting Jon Jones’ interest
With the UFC’s heavyweight division currently stalled, Francis Ngannou has re-entered the frame. The former champion parted ways with the promotion in January of 2023 but his coach recently suggested that Ngannou could make a return.
Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
UFC GOAT advises Jon Jones to follow her example and walk away as viral fan petition nears 200,000
Jon Jones’ reign as UFC heavyweight champion continues to dominate the MMA discourse. Jones has defended the heavyweight title just once in the two years he has held it.
Kayla Harrison News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Kayla Harrison reveals bet she made with UFC legend to dethrone him as the greatest of all time years before UFC 316
At UFC 316, Kayla Harrison will look to realize her dream of being a UFC champion in just her third fight inside the Octagon. The former PFL star arrived in the promotion with incredibly high expectations, with some believing that Harrison is already the best female fighter in the world.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Alex Pereira is given a deadline to accept Magomed Ankalaev rematch or he’ll be controversially skipped
It seems the time is ticking on Alex Pereira’s UFC light heavyweight championship rematch. Pereira was beaten by Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 313 in March, bringing an end to his entertaining reign at 205 pounds in his fourth defense.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 7
Israel Adesanya predicts an early finish in the UFC 316 main event
A bantamweight championship rematch between titleholder Merab Dvalishvili and former champion Sean O'Malley headlines Saturday's UFC 316 fight card. Dvalishvili took the title from O'Malley when they first fought at UFC 306 at The Sphere in Las Vegas last September.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
‘Better promoter than Dana’… Fans react to Conor McGregor’s hysterical live BKFC commentary from his bedside
Conor McGregor has been active again on social media during fight week for the UFC and BKFC. McGregor already chimed in with his thoughts on UFC 316 which takes place on June 7 before turning his attention back towards his own promotion.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 7
Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou super-fight fell apart when Jones made an ‘absurd’ demand to Dana White
Talk of Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou facing off inside the UFC Octagon has returned to the surface. Jones’ reluctance to fight Tom Aspinall has left many expecting an imminent retirement announcement from the UFC heavyweight champion.
Nick Diaz News / Larry Brown Sports / June 7
Nick Diaz’s girlfriend alleges UFC fighter was drugged, kidnapped
UFC veteran Nick Diaz’s girlfriend claims the fighter is allegedly being held against his will in Mexico. On Friday, Diaz’s longtime girlfriend uploaded an alarming post about the MMA star on Instagram.
Dricus Du Plessis News / Athlon Sports / June 6
‘Leave If You’re Not Ready to Defend’ – Dricus Du Plessis Slammed Over Refusal to Face Backup Opponent
UFC 319 is still months away, but anticipation is already building as the promotion prepares for its return to the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The event is officially scheduled for August 16.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 6
Jon Jones snubs Tom Aspinall in favor of Francis Ngannou clash
Jon Jones has set his sights on a legacy fight against Francis Ngannou, dismissing any speculation of facing Tom Aspinall. 'Bones' is the current and second-longest reigning UFC heavyweight champion, but he is still refusing to acknowledge a matchup with interim titleholder Aspinall.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 6
Francis Ngannou's Trainer Sends a Clear Message to Dana White About a Return to the UFC
Francis Ngannou has faced a difficult stretch in recent months—both professionally and personally. From grieving the loss of his son to navigating uncertainty in his combat sports career, the former UFC heavyweight champion has been forced to reevaluate his path.
UFC 316: How To Watch and Full Fight Card
Taking place at the Prudential Center, in Newark, New Jersey, UFC 316 opens up the month of June with an entertaining fight card from top to bottom, including two championship contests featuring two of the top male and female competitors in the sport.
How Chatri Sityodtong Turned Pain Into Global Purpose
ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong recently appeared on The Tim Ferriss Show to share his journey from Thailand to building the world’s largest martial arts organization – and the conversation revealed insights about resilience, purpose, and the power of fighting for something bigger than oneself.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 6
UFC 316 Preview and Prediction: Kevin Holland – Vicente Luque
Kicking off the main card tomorrow night at UFC 316 is a welterweight matchup with a ranking on the line. 14th ranked Vicente Luque (23-10-1) will be looking to hold onto his spot as he takes on fan-favorite “The Trailblazer” Kevin Holland (27-13).
Mario Bautista News / Empire Sports Media / June 6
UFC 316 Preview and Prediction: Patchy Mix – Mario Bautista
Tomorrow night on the main card of UFC 316, we are going to see the highly anticipated octagon debut of a former world champion. Former Bellator bantamweight champion Patchy Mix (20-1) finally makes his octagon debut as he takes on tenth ranked bantamweight contender Mario Bautista (15-2).
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 6
UFC 316 Preview and Prediction: Kelvin Gastelum – Joe Pyfer
Tomorrow night on the main card of UFC 316, we are going to see a fun middleweight matchup between two men who were originally supposed to fight back in March.
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 6
'The Result Will Be The Same!' Ilia Topuria Has Bold Take Already on First Possible Title Defense After Charles Oliveira
Should Arman Tsarukyan or Paddy Pimblett be next if Ilia Topuria snags gold during the International Fight Week PPV this month? He fights Charles Oliveria atop the UFC 317 PPV main event for the vacant 155-pound gold.
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