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Makhachev Shows Off His Insane Punch Power; Poirier Tells Him ‘Pull Up’

Dustin Poirier dismissed Islam Makhachev’s punch power after the UFC Lightweight Champion showed off his skills. The Diamond faces Makhachev at UFC 302 on June 1, hoping to win his first world title.

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New date, location for Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal boxing match

The boxing match between former UFC stars and rivals Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal has The post New date, location for Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal boxing match first appeared on MyMMANews.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 4 hours ago

Muhammad Mokaev Announces Showdown with Manel Kape at UFC 304 in Manchester

A flyweight pairing pitting Muhammad Mokaev against Manel Kape is in the works for UFC 304. Mokaev announced the fight on social media, and it was later confirmed by MMAjunkie.com that Kape has verbally agreed to the booking.

Derrick Lewis News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

Why Derrick Lewis Deserves More Love

Derrick Lewis (27-12, 1 NC) has made a living as one of the more recognizable names in the UFC. He’s also made himself an extremely likable personality, with fans warming up to the Houston native.

Alonzo Menifield News / Sherdog.com / 2 hours ago

Rivalries: Alonzo Menifield

Some might say that Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight contender Alonzo Menifield has been operating incognito, with paltry attention sent his way despite his occupying the No.

Chael Sonnen News / Sherdog.com / 39 minutes ago

Chael Sonnen Praises Jaleel Willis Ahead of Bellator Paris Clash with Cedric Doumbe

Chael Sonnen is one of the greatest heels in mixed martial arts history, but even he thinks Jaleel Willis is approaching dangerous territory. Willis might be the most hated man in Paris by the time he squares off with French kickboxing phenom Cedric Doumbe at Accor Arena on May 17 in the Bellator Champions Series Paris co-main event.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 8 minutes ago

Mauricio Ruffy Explains Islam Makhachev Callout, Targets Bobby Green Next

There was a method behind the madness of Mauricio Ruffy’s post-fight callout of UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev last weekend. “Since I beat his best sparring partner (Raimond Magomedaliev) in a higher weight class (170 pounds) on the Contender Series, I thought it was a good moment to make a statement,” Ruffy told Sherdog.com.

Conor McGregor News / Bleacher Report / 3 hours ago

Conor McGregor Eyed By Sean O'Malley; UFC Bantamweight Champ Open to 155-Pound Fight

UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley is eyeing a fight against the biggest star in the company. Per ESPN's Andreas Hale, O'Malley said during an appearance…

Nate Diaz News / Sherdog.com / 4 hours ago

Jorge Masvidal-Nate Diaz Boxing Match Moves to July 6, Avoids Overlap with UFC 302

The target demographic for the boxing clash between former UFC stars Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz might be a little occupied on June 1. As a result, the fight has moved from June 1 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, to July 6 at the Honda Center in Anaheim.

Matt Brown News / Sherdog.com / 2 hours ago

Matt Brown Discusses Emotional Retirement Decision

Longtime Ultimate Fighting Championship veteran Matt Brown recently shared his feelings about his decision to hang up his gloves. While Brown announced his retirement on Saturday via X (formerly known as Twitter), he had informed the UFC of his decision a while back.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago

Derrick Lewis Blames Herb Dean for Jalin Turner’s UFC 300 Loss to Renato 'Moicano'

Derrick Lewis has a different take on the walkoff knockout that wasn’t for Jalin Turner at UFC 300. Turner took on Renato Carneiro on at UFC 300 on April 13.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

Looking at Jon Jones against Stipe Miocic (Possibly)

Jon Jones (27-1, 1 NC) is *supposedly* returning to the UFC octagon, facing off against Stipe Miocic (20-4). The UFC Heavyweight Champion has a verbal agreement to fight the Cleveland native at a later date.

MMA News / FirstSportz / 0 minutes ago

'Knocked out everybody but not me,' Former champ Jan Blachowicz makes the case to rematch Alex Pereira in a title bout

Jan Blachowicz has unfinished business with the light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira. The Polish powerhouse wasn’t satisfied with the result of their first clash and has plans to settle the score next time.

Matt Brown News / BoxingNews.com / 1 hour ago

Matt Brown Decides to Retire After Long Career in UFC, MMA

Matt Brown’s first fight wasn’t against any opponent in an octagon. Brown nearly lost a battle with heroin before he ever threw a punch as a professional fighter.

Thiago Silva News / Tribal Football / 2 hours ago

Fluminense announce signing of Thiago Silva

Fluminense have announced the signing of Thiago Silva. helsea stated yesterday that the defender was joining Flu and would be granted permission to train with his new club before his official registration on July 1.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 6 hours ago

Rodrigo Nascimento vs. Derrick Lewis betting preview: Count on Lewis to stay off his back

Derrick Lewis isn’t going to add more tricks to his bag at age 39. Lewis, a former heavyweight title challenger, still produces exciting fights. But anyone with a grappling threat is in a good position to put Lewis on his back and keep him there.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / 4 minutes ago

Former UFC Champ Pushing For UFC Legends Grand Prix In Karate Combat, Featuring Anderson Silva?

Karate Combat has the arena to put on an event featuring UFC legends such as Anderson Silva, Luke Rockhold and others. The question is, though, can it all come together?

Sean O'Malley News / Ringside Intel / 0 minutes ago

Sean O’Malley Explains Why Trash-Talk Is Key To Making Money Fighting In UFC

UFC champion Sean O’Malley understands the concept to making money as a fighter. Now, he hopes his future opponents follow suit. O’Malley is expected to defend his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 306 in September.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 8 hours ago

UFC 303 News: Unbeaten Phenom Added to Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler Card

One of the UFC’s brightest young talents is set to compete on the biggest stage of his career at UFC 303. Scheduled to take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV on June 29, UFC 303 is headlined by the long-awaited return of Conor McGregor for a matchup with his opposing The Ultimate Fighter 31 coach Michael Chandler.

Robelis Despaigne News / Dice City Sports / 7 hours ago

Robelis Despaigne Is Ready To Shine

Robelis Despaigne (5-0) has a big opportunity at UFC Fight Night: Lewis vs. Nascimento. The Cuban MMA fighter can put the heavyweight division on notice with a sound victory over Waldo Cortes-Acosta (11-1).

MMA News / ClutchPoints / May 7

Conor McGregor sends savage warning to Michael Chandler for their UFC fight

In the lead-up to their highly anticipated UFC bout, Conor McGregor has sent a chilling warning to his opponent, Michael Chandler, reported by Sportskeeda.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / 10 hours ago

UFC 301: See How The World Scored Pantoja vs. Erceg

Highway robbery or right decision? Everybody’s got an opinion on who won the UFC 301 main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Steve Erceg. Many thought

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 3 hours ago

Daniel Cormier: Steve Erceg ‘Costed Himself’ Flyweight Title at UFC 301

Sometimes all it takes is one mistake to change the course of a fight. That's what UFC commentator Daniel Cormier thinks it ultimately came down to in the main event of UFC 301 as Alexandre Pantoja defended his title against game flyweight Steve Erceg.