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UFC Abu Dhabi will be headlined by Cory Sandhagen – Umar Nurmagomedov

The UFC is returning to Abu Dhabi in August for a Fight Night and this morning, the promotion announced it’s main event. Top bantamweights will go head-to-head as former interim title challenger Cory Sandhagen (17-4) will take on Umar Nurmagomedov (17-0).

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What Would Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Look Like?

There have been rumors swirling that Jon Jones could be involved in a mammoth fight with Alex Pereira. It would fulfill the prophecy Pereira laid out, with the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion hinting at a move to heavyweight.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 2 hours ago

Eager Erceg: Alexandre Pantoja Survives Main-Event Scare at UFC 301

Steve Erceg will have the rest of his life to live with the result of his performance at UFC 301. In a title that some observers some people believed may have been rushed, the Australian flyweight proved he belonged.

Merab Dvalishvili News / FirstSportz / 6 hours ago

UFC’s historic $2.3 billion venue main event REVEALED by Merab Dvalishvili

Surging bantamweight contender Merab Dvalishvili confirmed he’ll finally challenge Sean O’Malley for the divisional gold. The spot – Madison Square Garden Arena “Sphere,” LV.

MMA News / FirstSportz / 2 minutes ago

Alexandre Pantoja delivers COLD message after joining Demetrious Johnson’s elite club

The UFC flyweight title gold stayed on home turf this Saturday, in Rio de Janeiro. But it did not come without pushback for the champ, Alexandre Pantoja.

Jon Jones News / BoxingNews.com / 2 minutes ago

Jon Jones Teases His Return – ‘I Have A Date’

Jon Jones‘ return is near after the UFC Heavyweight Champion revealed he has a verbal agreement over his next fight. Bones has not been in the Octagon since his victory over Ciryl Gane to win the vacant heavyweight title at UFC 285.

Steve Erceg News / Sherdog.com / 19 hours ago

Steve Erceg on Near Miss in UFC 301 Main Event: 'I Just Blew It'

Steve Erceg was perhaps one round away from pulling off the upset at UFC 301. However, the opportunity slipped away from the game Australian in the fifth round against Alexandre Pantoja, when the reigning champion countered a takedown and assumed top position, ultimately bleeding out the clock to clinch his victory from there.

Alexandre Pantoja News / Sherdog.com / 11 hours ago

Alexandre Pantoja Praises Depth of Flyweight Division Following UFC 301 Victory

Alexandre Pantoja was still bleeding when he arrived at the UFC 301 post-fight press conference on Saturday night. That wound was well-earned, the product of a well-timed elbow landed by opponent Steve Erceg over the course of a grueling, five-round fight.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 58 minutes ago

Ian Garry Rips Colby Covington in Profane Tirade: 'Sign the F****** Contract'

(Image credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports) UFC welterweight contender Ian Garry (14-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC) has had enough of waiting around. In a one-on-one

Merab Dvalishvili News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 53 minutes ago

UFC News: Merab Dvalishvili Reveals Title Shot Plans Against Sean O'Malley

(Image credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) Merab Dvalishvili has unveiled plans for his next fight, and it's a big one. Speaking on the UFC 301 post-fight show via UFC India, Dvalishvili, a winner of 10 of his 12 Octagon appearances and three of his last four overall, said he plans to fight as part of UFC 306 at the Sphere on Sept.

Islam Makhachev News / Sherdog.com / 1 hour ago

Mauricio Ruffy Issues Warning to Islam Makhachev After Successful UFC Debut

Mauricio Ruffy put lightweight champ Islam Makhachev on notice after a flawless debut at UFC 301. Ruffy picked apart Australian veteran Jamie Mullarkey on the feet to score a first-round TKO win in front of his home fans at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night.

Drakkar Klose News / Sherdog.com / 3 minutes ago

Drakkar Klose Explains Origin of Daniel Cormier’s Fight Week 'Diss'

Drakkar Klose jovially accused Daniel Cormier of dissing him following his UFC 301 win over Joaquim Silva. Klose earned a hard-fought unanimous decision win over Silva in front of the Brazilian’s home crowd in Rio de Janeiro.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / 1 hour ago

UFC 301 fight fallout: Next fights for Jose Aldo, Alexandre Pantoja after successful homecomings

A dream match is still on the table for the former UFC featherweight king

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 2 hours ago

Alexandre Pantoja Withstands Steve Erceg, Retains Flyweight Title at UFC 301

Alexandre Pantoja lengthened his reign atop the Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight division but left the cage with a few battle scars for his troubles.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / May 5

UFC 301: A Twisted Tribute to Legends

While Alexandre Pantoja retaining his flyweight belt took center stage, the subplot to UFC 301 honored legends in alternative ways. As the promo video started running, it was clear that Mauricio “Shogun” Rua was the next inductee into the UFC Hall of Fame.

Jose Aldo News / Ringside Intel / 8 hours ago

Jose Aldo Wants To ‘Become The Champion’ Again, But Is That Right Move?

For Jose Aldo, UFC 301 showed that he could still go inside the Octagon. The former champion scored a decision victory over Jonathan Martinez in the co-main event from Rio de Janerio, Brazil.

Michel Pereira News / Larry Brown Sports / 59 minutes ago

Watch: UFC fighter wins after nailing ridiculous backflip move

Michel Pereira nailed one of the most ridiculous moves in the Octagon that you will ever see. Pereira beat Ihor Potieria in their fight at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as part of the UFC 301 card on Saturday night.

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Mauricio Rua News / Ringside Intel / May 5

Shogun Rua Announced For UFC Hall Of Fame Class Of 2024

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Mauricio “Shogun” Rua will join the ranks of the hall of fame later this year. Rua was tabbed for the UFC Hall of Fame during the UFC 301 broadcast from Brazil.

Vitor Petrino News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 1 hour ago

UFC 301 News: Anthony Smith Causes Massive Upset, Submits Vitor Petrino in Brazil

Anthony Smith has defied the oddsmakers yet again by submitting Vitor Petrino at UFC 301. The undefeated Petrino started aggressive, prodding at Smith's high guard with a heavy jab, and clubbing over the sides with his winging overhand right and left hook.

Matt Brown News / MMA Sucka / 3 hours ago