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Paddy Pimblett uses Islam Makhachev’s 2022 title shot to push back on claim he hasn’t earned Ilia Topuria fight
Paddy Pimblett is baffled by the suggestion he isn’t worthy of a title shot given Islam Makhachev’s path to the UFC lightweight gold three years ago. Pimblett had a front-row seat as a new champion was crowned in his division at UFC 317 on June 28.
UFC 318 opening odds reveal surprising lines for Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway
UFC 318 goes down next Saturday from New Orleans, Lousiana, with a 14-fight card from the Smoothie King Center. Even though the card has received some
Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / July 9
Tom Aspinall calls for under-appreciated UFC champ to be ‘given his flowers’ by fans… ‘The guy’s really good’
UFC heavyweight king Tom Aspinall does not think one of his championship peers gets the credit he deserves. Aspinall, who was elevated to undisputed status following Jon Jones’ controversial retirement, is a leading fan favorite in the UFC.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9
Alexander Volkanovski gets real about health issue after KO loss to Islam Makhachev: ‘I should’ve had a break’
Alexander Volkanovski dealt with a pretty serious concussion after his first UFC loss by knockout. The reigning featherweight champion was put to sleep by a head kick when he stepped up to the lightweight division for a short-notice rematch with Islam Makhachev, whom he previously pushed to a split decision verdict.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 9
UFC champion ‘played with fire’ against GOAT opponent before having their nose broken in UFC 200 beatdown
On this day, July 9, in 2016, the legendary reign of Amanda Nunes got underway in brutal fashion at UFC 200. Nunes is the first and only woman in UFC history to become a two-division champion, having held both the bantamweight and featherweight titles simultaneously.
Shavkat Rakhmonov News / Bloody Elbow / July 9
Fans shockingly call for Shavkat Rakhmonov to be cut from the UFC following update about his return to the Octagon
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s recent update about the plans for his return didn’t sit well with the fans. ‘Nomad’ last competed at UFC 310 where Rakhmonov fought through injury to defeat Ian Machado Garry and cement his status as the number one contender.
Daniel Cormier News / Bloody Elbow / July 9
‘That was an easy fight’… Daniel Cormier slams ‘trash’ performance after UFC legend closes ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ gap
Daniel Cormier couldn’t hide his frustrations after watching his fighter get eliminated from the tournament. Season 33 of ‘The Ultimate Fighter’ has produced some great contests as Daniel Cormier goes up against his ESPN co-host, Chael Sonnen.
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 9
Ilia Topuria Deemed Threat to UFC Mount Rushmore Featuring Khabib Nurmagomedov
Ilia Topuria has now cemented his legacy as one of the most dominant and promising champions in recent UFC history. After conquering the featherweight division, he moved up and shocked the world by knocking out Charles Oliveira to claim lightweight gold.
Max Holloway asks Dana White for an odd favour before UFC 318: ‘It’s ridiculous, I don’t understand’
On July 19, Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier are set to clash for a third time when they meet at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans for the BMF title in the UFC 318 main event.
Merab Dvalishvili News / HITC / July 9
Sean O’Malley drops key routine shift made for Merab Dvalishvili clash
Before his second loss to Merab Dvalishvili, Sean O’Malley opted for a major lifestyle change – one he’s now ready to reverse. Sean O’Malley’s run-in with Merab Dvalishvili didn’t go the way he hoped – and now the former UFC bantamweight champion is making another change.
Raquel Pennington News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Raquel Pennington booked for UFC return against surging contender in first fight since losing bantamweight title
Former UFC bantamweight champion Raquel Pennington’s Octagon return is reportedly set for Noche UFC. Amid the escalating talks of a super fight between UFC bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison and UFC Hall of Famer Amanda Nunes, Raquel Pennington is one of several forgotten contenders in the division.
Jon Jones News / MMA Weekly / July 8
Jon Jones rumored UFC return takes surprising twist
Just as the world thought the confusing Jon Jones saga was over, the former UFC heavyweight champion threw a spanner in the works with a return to the testing pool.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
‘This looks bad!’…UFC legend scorches Jon Jones for teasing comeback at The White House after abrupt retirement
Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones struck a nerve with Matt Brown after hinting at a UFC White House comeback. Jon Jones raised eyebrows just a few days ago when the former UFC heavyweight champion announced he had re-entered the promotion’s drug testing pool just weeks after his retirement.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Derrick Lewis shares hilarious reason for why he believes the UFC won’t book him for potential card at The White House
UFC star Derrick Lewis isn’t confident he’ll fight on a potential card at The White House. UFC heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis will look to continue his rise up the rankings this Saturday at UFC Nashville.
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Arman Tsarukyan kicked his coach out of the cage in viral training accident ahead of UFC return
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan literally kicked one of his coaches out of the cage in a scary accident. Arman Tsarukyan appears to be back in the UFC’s good graces after a short-notice withdrawal from UFC 311 in January.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 8
UFC 319 adds Carlos Prates – Geoff Neal
UFC 319 goes down in Chicago on August 16th and we just learned about a banger of a welterweight matchup that’s being added to the card. Laerte Viana was the first to report that top welterweight contenders Carlos Prates (21-7) and Geoff Neal (16-6) will square off next month.
Charles Oliveira News / MMA on SI / July 8
UFC veteran wants Charles Oliveira in high-profile BMF fight
One UFC veteran is floating the idea of a BMF showdown for Charles Oliveira's next fight. 'Do Bronx' was knocked out cold by Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC 317, potentially marking the end of his title run at lightweight.
Conor McGregor News / MMA Weekly / July 8
Conor McGregor faces 10-year jail sentence for alleged perjury
Conor McGregor's legal troubles continue to pile up. If his woes weren't bad enough already, the UFC star now faces the possibility of a 10-year jail sentence for alleged perjury.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8
Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev warned that a UFC champion is one win from passing them both to become P4P king
Ilia Topuria only recently reached the UFC’s pound-for-pound mountaintop, but he’s been warned not to get too comfortable there. Topuria continued his fast charge to greatness on MMA’s biggest stage by becoming the latest two-division champion at UFC 317 on June 28.
Max Holloway News / MMA on SI / July 8
Max Holloway admits fear of brutal legacy stat ahead of next fight
It's do-or-die for Max Holloway as he makes his shift to lightweight in the main event of UFC 318. 'Blessed' already had a good taste of the 155 division at UFC 300, where he flatlined Justin Gaethje in the last second of their BMF title fight to cement one of the greatest knockouts of all time.
Jon Jones News / MMA on SI / July 8
Jon Jones leans into comeback timing with smug message
Jon Jones is leaning into his heel persona just days after announcing his return to fighting. 'Bones' retired quietly last month, allowing interim champion Tom Aspinall to ascend the throne.
Daniel Cormier News / Athlon Sports / July 7
UFC Legend Daniel Cormier Makes Big Announcement on Future MMA Plans
UFC legend Daniel Cormier is one of the most famous and recognizable names in the history of the fight league and the sport of mixed martial arts whose
MMA News / Yardbarker / July 5
'Count me in': Conor McGregor volunteers for White House UFC fight after Trump announcement
McGregor, 36, hasn't fought since losing to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
President Trump says UFC will host fight at White House
Donald Trump is known for being a huge UFC fan, and the U.S. President wants to have a fight card right in his own backyard.
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