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Cory Sandhagen vs. Umar Nurmagomedov to Headline UFC Abu Dhabi on Aug. 3

Cory Sandhagen will face Umar Nurmagomedov in the main event of an Ultimate Fighting Championship card in Abu Dhabi on Aug. 3. The Las Vegas-based promotion announced the bantamweight pairing on Monday.

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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.

Smilla Sundell News / Sherdog.com / 1 hour ago

Smilla Sundell Eager to Earn Back Title She Lost on the Scale

Smilla Sundell wants to earn back the ONE Championship strawweight muay thai title that she lost due to missing weight. Sundell lost her strap after failing to make weight for her title defense against Natalia Diachkova in the main event at One on Prime Video 22 on May 3.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Free agent Jose Aldo eyes title fight after statement win

Free agent Jose Aldo wants to keep fighting and is looking for a title shot after a big win Saturday at UFC 301. The 37-year-old Brazilian's UFC contract expired after his unanimous-decision win against Jonathan Martinez.

Michel Pereira News / Dice City Sports / 1 minute ago

Is Michel Pereira A Dangerous Fighter?

Michel Pereira is known by many as a fun fighter. He uses his athleticism and bouncy personality to entertain the masses. That includes backflips, cartwheels, and flying knees to opponents.

Joaquin Buckley News / Sherdog.com / 47 minutes ago

Rivalries: Joaquin Buckley

It would take nothing less than an iconic moment for a fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship to reserve an immutable berth in the roundup of standout moments in the organization’s rich history.

Alexandre Pantoja News / Empire Sports Media / 33 minutes ago

After escaping with his title at UFC 301, what’s next for Alexandre Pantoja?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC 301, the flyweight title was on the line. Alexandre Pantoja (28-5) was defending his title in his home country against a very game challenger in Australia’s Steve Erceg (12-2).

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / 3 hours ago

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).

MMA News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

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 / 5 minutes 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 / 5 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 / 9 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 / 1 hour 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 / 52 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 / 5 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 / 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.

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.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 13 minutes 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