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Zhang Weili failed to avenge 78-second UFC loss after getting booed twice at Madison Square Garden

Zhang Weili suffered back-to-back losses four years ago today. The former champion from China is one of the greatest strawweight fighters of all time, having left her longtime division with six title fight wins and three consecutive title defenses in pursuit of more gold.

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Ronda Rousey warned she would ‘get beat up a lot’ in rumored UFC comeback

Recently playing down a rumored return to the UFC, bantamweight star Ronda Rousey has made the right decision, according to a current contender. Forever linked with a return to the Octagon ever since her ill-fated comeback in 2016, inaugural bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey has been tied to countless events.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 6

Jon Jones considers Tom Aspinall a 'one-trick pony'

Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall's first title defense as undisputed champion didn't got the way he wanted. The fight ended late in the opening round after challenger Ciryl Gane inadvertently poked Aspinall in the eyes rendering him unable to see and unable to continue. Prior to the stoppage for the foul, Gane was clearly winning the fight.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Dana White Should Call Jon Jones’ 'Bluff' About Fighting Alex Pereira at the White House, Suggests UFC Commentator

“Dana, please, bro. Please! I’m training,” said Jon Jones to Dana White, pleading with the UFC CEO to put him on the White House card. The 56-year-old has time and time again dismissed any chance of putting his favorite and best pound-for-pound fighter on next year’s big event due to issues with reliability.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Josh Hokit vs. Max Gimenis prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

It’s time for another betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 111 as we take a look at this next Prelim bout in the Heavyweight Division. UFC newcomers will make their debuts as USA’s Josh Hokit takes on Max Gimenis of Brazil.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 6

Oscar De La Hoya calls out UFC and TKO in fiery video

Dana White’s move into boxing has been anything but straightforward. The Terence Crawford vs Canelo Alvarez fight was a bright start, but the proposed

Denise Gomes News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Tecia Pennington vs. Denise Gomes prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

UFC Vegas 111: Gabriel Bonfim versus Randy Brown continues on the prelims with a fight between Tecia Pennington and Denise Gomes in the strawweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Miles Johns vs. Daniel Marcos prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

The UFC is back at the Apex for back-t0-back fight night cards as we’re set to bring you a betting prediction and pick for this upcoming Prelim taking place in the Bantamweight (135) Division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Jack Della Maddalena lists three ways Islam Makhachev is superior to Khabib Nurmagomedov

Is the champion facing an improved version of Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 322? ‘The Eagle’ is currently in New York City helping Islam Makhachev prepare for his opportunity to join the club of two-division champions in the UFC.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Jack Della Maddalena’s 'Very Similar' Style to Dustin Poirier Poses New and Bigger Problems for Islam Makhachev

“If you look at the Dustin Poirier fight, Dustin stopped some takedowns and won a few scrambles. I believe Jack can do that as well,” former flyweight title challenger Steve Erceg told BloodyElbow, pointing out the similarities between Dustin Poirier and Jack Della Maddalena.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

'Goated': Israel Adesanya Highlights the Best Moment of Jack Della Maddalena’s UFC Career

It’s been only three years since Jack Della Maddalena stepped into the UFC, and he’s already regarded as one of the best Aussie fighters the promotion has ever seen.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Ian Machado Garry began part two of ‘wise Irishman’ Conor McGregor’s UFC plan with vicious debut KO

Ian Machado Garry announced his arrival in style. The UFC is days away from its latest event at Madison Square Garden, where a memorable UFC 268 pay-per-view took place on this day, November 6, in 2021.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Paddy Pimblett left Michael Chandler with a Brock Lesnar-like scar after brutal UFC beatdown

Following in the footsteps of fellow amateur wrestling ace Brock Lesnar, UFC lightweight star Michael Chandler shares a rather unwanted similarity with the heavyweight star.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Jon Jones explains why he wants ‘incredible’ Alex Pereira matchup in can’t lose fight

Jon Jones is certainly not giving up the ghost on a return to the UFC before too long, with sights still fixed on a particular pairing. Staking his claim for a spot on next summer’s UFC White House card in the capital, former two-weight champion Jon Jones has been shunned so far by promotional boss Dana White.

Jiri Prochazka News / HITC / November 6

Jiri Prochazka explains why he once trained the same vombos for 24 straight hours

Jiri Prochazka’s unique approach to MMA has made him one of the sport’s most distinctive figures, and that extends to the way he prepares for fights. Prochazka got back on track at UFC 320, stopping Khalil Rountree Jr.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Justin Gaethje Is the Only Logical Opponent for Ilia Topuria for UFC Lightweight Championship

Despite 2025 nearing it’s end, one of the sport’s most important questions remains unanswered. Who will Ilia Topuria face in his first lightweight title defense?

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 6

Harrison vs. Nunes: Is It Worthy Of The UFC White House Card?

UFC Bantamweight Champion Kayla Harrison expects the Amanda Nunes fight to happen soon, saying the fight will end quickly with a win. Harrison’s comments

MMA News / MMA Sucka / November 6

UFC Vegas 111’s Must-See Prelims as November Slate Continues

UFC Vegas 111 fight week is here. There are only five events remaining on the 2025 schedule, two of which happen at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, NV.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 5

Chael Sonnen Burns Ronda Rousey’s GOAT Status Into Flames After Joe Rogan Controversy

“Once in a lifetime doesn’t apply to Ronda Rousey. It’s once ever in human history,” Joe Rogan famously said back in 2015 before Ronda Rousey’s fight with Holly Holm, a statement that didn’t age well.

Dana White News / Dice City Sports / November 5

Dana White Confirms FBI Involvement in Isaac Dulgarian Betting Scandal

UFC CEO Dana White confirmed Tuesday that the organization has involved the FBI in the investigation surrounding the suspicious betting activity and subsequent release of featherweight fighter Isaac Dulgarian, who suffered a controversial first-round loss at UFC Vegas 110.

Giga Chikadze News / Stadium Rant / November 5