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Dana White Names His Greatest UFC Welterweight of All Time, It’s Not Georges St-Pierre or BJ Penn

Dana White may never hear the end of it from fans after revealing his pick for the greatest welterweight in UFC history. But it doesn’t seem like he cares one bit.

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UFC heavyweight legend speaks from experience when reflecting on Tom Aspinall’s ‘excruciating’ injury

Tom Aspinall’s first undisputed heavyweight title defense didn’t go to plan. Dana White recently provided an update on Aspinall’s health after his UFC 321 bout with Ciryl Gane came to a sudden end due to eye pokes.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 7

Jon Jones accuses Tom Aspinall of being quick to quit

When Jon Jones held the undisputed UFC heavyweight championship, the fight promotion aggressively worked to book a title unification bout between Jones and interim titleholder Tom Aspinall.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 7

Jon Jones Requests Face-to-Face Meeting With Dana White to Apologize for Recent Antics

Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones shocked the world earlier this year by announcing his retirement from MMA. However, Jones has now changed his mind and is determined to earn himself a spot at the upcoming White House event.

MMA News / NY Fights / November 7

Jon Jones Reflects on Anthony Johnson’s Legacy and the Title Fight That Never Happened

While Jon Jones’ heavyweight legacy is often debated, largely due to the stalled Tom Aspinall negotiations and the long-running discussions surrounding Francis Ngannou.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Islam Makhachev Given Craig Jones’ Cheat Code to Beat Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322

Islam Makhachev is riding an incredible 15-fight win streak in the UFC. Nobody appears to have the answer to the Dagestani’s sambo, as the 35-year-old heads into UFC 322 on November 25 at Madison Square Garden in New York, against Jack Della Maddalena.

MMA News / NY Fights / November 7

Dana White Doubles Down on Immediate Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane Rematch

UFC 321 turned into a nightmare for Tom Aspinall and the entire heavyweight division. The Englishman’s long-awaited return after 14 months ended abruptly when Ciryl Gane accidentally caught him with a double eye poke, throwing the bout into chaos and leaving the 265-pound division stuck in limbo once again.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 7

Is Paddy Pimblett Overrated?

Paddy Pimblett has fired back at Islam Makhachev after the former lightweight champion played down his career achievements. Pimblett, who is being linked with a title shot against current UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria next, is 7-0.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Jon Jones Eyes Acting Stint Even as Dana White Reveals His Problem With Fighters Seeking Career in Hollywood

For years, UFC fighters have flirted with Hollywood. From Ronda Rousey throwing hands and people around in Furious 7 to Georges St-Pierre squaring off with Captain America, the Octagon’s biggest stars have all felt the pull of the big screen.

Rampage Jackson News / Bloody Elbow / November 7

Rampage Jackson names the only MMA promoter that could give UFC ‘a run for their money’

The MMA landscape isn’t what it once was. For years, the UFC has remained largely unrivaled as the premier promotion for mixed martial arts. Helmed by longtime boss Dana White, the UFC kept their lead by buying out top competitors like Pride FC and Strikeforce in the past.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 6

Jon Jones says Tom Aspinall is 'a one-trick pony' after UFC 321 no-contest

Jon Jones didn’t see enough from Tom Aspinall at UFC 321 to change his mind about the heavyweight titleholder. Speaking on the NoScripts Podcast, the former two-division UFC champion said he “learned a lot” watching Aspinall’s no-contest with Ciryl Gane but came away unconvinced the Brit brings a multi-layered threat.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Alex Pereira KO made Jon Jones take notice 5 years before their potential White House super-fight

One of the UFC’s leading stars arrived on this day in 2021. No fighter has accomplished what Alex Pereira has in such a short amount of time competing on the biggest stage in mixed martial arts.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Valentina Shevchenko Explains Why She’s the ‘Only One’ Fit to Face Kayla Harrison at UFC White House

America’s only UFC champion, Kayla Harrison, told Jorge Masvidal this week that she hopes to face the winner of the upcoming UFC 322 women’s flyweight title fight at the UFC White House.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Leon Edwards ‘heavily’ favored by elite striker to rebound against Carlos Prates at UFC 322

Leon Edwards vs. Carlos Prates is one incredible fight. We’re one week away from a stacked main card at UFC 322. Two title fights headline Madison Square Garden on Nov.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 6

Dana White provides positive update on Tom Aspinall’s health after UFC 321 eye poke

Tom Aspinall could be rematching Ciryl Gane sooner rather than later. The undisputed UFC heavyweight title was on the line last month between defending champ Tom Aspinall and #1 contender Ciryl Gane.

MMA News / MMA on SI / November 6

Ex-UFC star Muhammad Mokaev predicts Pantoja vs. Van, talks BRAVE CF 100 title fight

Now more than a year removed from his surprise UFC exit, undefeated MMA star Muhammad Mokaev spoke with MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré ahead of a flyweight title bout with Gerard Burns that serves as the co-main event for BRAVE CF 100.

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MMA News / MMA Sucka / November 6

All Of Gabriel Bonfim’s Exciting UFC Finishes Ranked

Over two years since arriving in the company, Gabriel Bonfim is one of the UFC’s top welterweights on the roster. With his slick submission game and exceptional striking ability, the Brazilian phenom has risen to become a budding star in the sport alongside his older brother, Ismael.

Gabriel Bonfim News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Gabriel Bonfim vs. Randy Brown prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

The time has finally come for the UFC Vegas 111 Main Event as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this bout in the Welterweight (170) Division.

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 / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Chris Padilla vs. Ismael Bonfim prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

The Bonfim brothers take over another event as Ismael Bonfim (20-5) takes on Chris Padilla (16-6) three fights before his younger brother headlines UFC Vegas 111.

Christian Leroy News / UFC on ClutchPoints / November 6

Christian Leroy Duncan vs. Marco Tulio prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 111

The UFC is back for another Fight Night card at The Apex as the Vegas 111 Main Card kicks off in the Middleweight (185) Division. England’s Christian Leroy Duncan is set to take on Brazil’s Marco Tulio as both fighters look to break through into the rankings.