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On YouTubeDiego Sanchez News / CBSSPorts.com / July 18
Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez arrested for felony gun charge after shooting
UFC veteran Sanchez was arrested on two gun charges in his native New Mexico
Sean Strickland News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
Sean Strickland banned from fighting in UFC until new suspension is lifted for cage attack
Sean Strickland won’t be fighting in the Octagon anytime soon. The former UFC Middleweight Champion is one of the most controversial fighters on the UFC roster.
MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / July 18
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UFC 318: Drama-Free Friday Morning on Scales in New Orleans
UFC 318 is almost here. Tomorrow night, Smoothie King Center in New Orleans plays host to the Saturday night MMA extravaganza. If you want to watch this event and you’re inside the United States, ESPN+ will carry the schedule of events from start to finish.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 18
Poirier’s Final Weigh-In – How Does He Look?
Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier made weight for their final weigh-in ahead of UFC 318 on July 19. Holloway steps into the Octagon after a knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, where he missed out on reclaiming the featherweight title.
Dustin Poirier News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
Dustin Poirier says his opponent preference for UFC 318 retirement would have left ‘somebody getting hurt’
It might have been a good thing that the UFC did not grant one of Dustin Poirier’s wishes for his upcoming farewell. Poirier’s career as an active fighter will reach its conclusion on Saturday night, as he retires with one final foray into the Octagon near his home in Louisiana.
Khamzat Chimaev News / HITC / July 18
Ex-UFC champion who trained with Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus du Plessis gives his take on UFC 319 title fight
We’re just a month away from what many are calling the most anticipated UFC fight of 2025. Dricus du Plessis is set to put his middleweight title on the line against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, with the bout taking place on 16 August in Chicago.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
UFC 318 commentator claims Max Holloway faces ‘more pressure’ than retiring Dustin Poirier
Max Holloway could go 0-3 against two different UFC stars. This weekend, the BMF Champion looks to avoid another three-peat to former rival Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 318 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
What Dustin Poirier told his corner during 2019 title fight showed why Khabib Nurmagomedov was never beaten
Dustin Poirier gave it his all but fell short against an all-time UFC legend in his very first undisputed title shot. Poirier is fast approaching his final assignment as an active fighter at UFC 318, having committed to one final fight 13 months on from his submission loss to Islam Makhachev.
PLN’s Friday Night Fights Week 6 Delivers SlapFIGHT Chaos at the AMP Summer House
This week, PLN’s Friday Night Fights enters its most explosive chapter yet, as internet, as slap fighting storms the AMP Summer House with Kai Cenat and the entire AMP crew, setting the stage for week six’s SlapFIGHT Championship special on PLN.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
Islam Makhachev predicts Dustin Poirier vs Max Holloway trilogy fight after revealing surprising friendship
The incredible career of Dustin Poirier will come to an end following the main event of UFC 318. After being beaten by Islam Makhachev last year, Poirier contemplated retirement having come up short when challenging for the lightweight title.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
Conor McGregor’s monster PPV record leaves Daniel Cormier in disbelief
Daniel Cormier was left stunned when he learned about Conor McGregor’s massive record for UFC pay-per-view events. While the Irishman’s stock may not be at an all-time high currently, he is far and away the most famous MMA fighter of all time.
Marvin Vettori News / Empire Sports Media / July 18
UFC 318 Preview and Prediction: Marvin Vettori – Brendan Allen
On the prelims of UFC 318, we are going to see a matchup between two ranked middleweights who have a lot of bad blood between them. Former title challenger and 10th ranked middleweight Marvin Vettori (19-7-1) will be taking on 11th ranked Brendan Allen (24-7).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
‘Best women’s fighter on the planet’ targets Khabib Nurmagomedov-esque career as calls for UFC move continue
PFL star Dakota Ditcheva is intent on keeping her undefeated record intact all the way to a legendary record that can rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s perfect run.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 18
UFC 318 Preview and Prediction: Patricio Pitbull – Dan Ige
On the main card of UFC 318, we are going to see a big time matchup in the featherweight division. All time Bellator great Patricio Pitbull (36-8) will look to bounce back and get his first win inside the octagon as he takes on “50K” Dan Ige (19-9).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
Daniel Cormier claims UFC 318 will be the ‘hardest’ task he’s faced after taking on Joe Rogan’s role in his absence
Daniel Cormier won’t just be sitting cage-side to call the fights on July 19. While there have been some heated interactions between several UFC 318 fighters, the main event has been unsurprisingly respectful.
Johnny Eblen News / Bloody Elbow / July 18
PFL debuts yet another new title belt as Johnny Eblen gets first look at third strap since Bellator merger
PFL is bringing out yet another world title belt as they finally look to cement their structure for the world tournaments and their Champions Series. After years of confusion were compounded by the Bellator takeover at the end of 2023, PFL now seems to have a structure in place that makes sense for the future of the company.
Dakota Ditcheva News / MMA Sucka / July 18
Dakota Ditcheva Sends PFL Warning Ahead of PFL Africa
The face of the PFL, Dakota Ditcheva, features in the co-main event of the historic PFL Africa this weekend as she takes on Sumiko Inaba. The 2024 tournament champion has been out of action since November of last year, the longest time she’s been out of the cage since making her promotional debut.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 18
UFC 318 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Paulo Costa – Roman Kopylov
In the co-main event of UFC 318, we are going to see a fun middleweight matchup between two ranked contenders. Former title challenger and 13th ranked Paulo Costa (14-4) is back as he takes on a dangerous striker in 14th ranked Roman Kopylov (14-3).
UFC veteran who almost beat Justin Gaethje set to face unbeaten prospect, but has lost 10 in a row
It’s not just Tony Ferguson who’s trying to find his way back to the win column. Melvin Guillard, another former UFC lightweight, is also looking to break a long streak of losses.
Dustin Poirier News / MMA on SI / July 18
Dustin Poirier was knocked out by UFC 318 main card fighter in 2016
Former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion Dustin Poirier didn't always have the smoothest Octagon journey. Despite winning 22 of 31 UFC appearances, his 32nd being this Saturday in a trilogy fight with former UFC Featherweight Champion Max Holloway, one of Poirier's losses is largely forgotten when examining his 14-year UFC career.
Dana White News / FirstSportz / July 18
Dana White Learned His Daughter’s Ear Got Ripped in Half During a UFC Fight
Dana White has dedicated more than twenty years of his life to making UFC the biggest MMA promotion in the world. Despite getting older, White always ensures his presence at all major UFC events, handling important responsibilities.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 18
Eyeing trilogy fight, Nate Diaz wants Conor McGregor to return
Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor have a storied history. They've fought twice with each winning one. Diaz stepped up on 10-days notice to face McGregor at UFC 196 in March 2016 after McGregor's original opponent then-lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos was a forced out due to a broken foot.
MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 16
Update emerges on UFC legend Randy Couture after scary crash
UFC legend Randy Couture was hospitalized last week after he crashed his car during practice runs for an upcoming race, but it sounds like his health is trending in the right direction.
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