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Paddy Pimblett touts massive career change with UFC title win over Ilia Topuria
Paddy Pimblett could see himself leaving the lightweight division after dethroning Ilia Topuria. The #10-ranked UFC Lightweight is still a ways from being the #1 contender, but Pimblett is closer than ever to a UFC title after facing off with new champion Ilia Topuria at UFC 317.
Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Paul Hughes draws inspiration from Tom Aspinall in subtle message to Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Europe 2
PFL superstar Paul Hughes used a Tom Aspinall-inspired technique to send a message to his former rival. Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov spoiled fight fans with one of the year’s instant classic matchups at PFL Champions Series 1 in January.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Anthony Pettis celebrated superman punch KO over beloved UFC star by tasting his own blood
Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis was the first man to knock out Stephen Thompson. Anthony Pettis and Stephen Thompson clashed in a prototypical striking specialist main event in March 2019.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
UFC star explains why Justin Gaethje should fight Ilia Topuria instead of Paddy Pimblett
Justin Gaethje’s refusal to fight anyone besides Ilia Topuria could pay off. The former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion and BMF titleholder is still a top player at 155 lbs nearly a decade after he debuted in the top 5.
Jon Anik News / MMA on SI / July 5
Jon Anik suggests significant change that could help UFC in a big way
Longtime UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik wouldn’t mind seeing the promotion make some adjustments to its schedule. The world’s leading MMA promotion
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
UFC permanently banned UK legend after throwing a cheap shot at Georges St-Pierre’s two-time rival
UFC CEO Dana White handed Paul Daley a lifetime ban after throwing a post-fight punch at Josh Koscheck. UK MMA legend Paul Daley was on the quick ascent to a potential UFC welterweight title shot before he ran into Josh Koscheck at UFC 113.
Renato Moicano News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Renato Moicano calls out ‘the oldest guy in the division’ after back-to-back losses at UFC 317
Renato Moicano wants a winnable fight after losing to Beneil Dariush at UFC 317. Earlier this year, Brazil’s ‘Money’ Moicano was riding a six fight win streak in the lightweight division.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Jon Jones and late UFC legend once made Dana White panic with hilarious press conference prank
Jon Jones and scheduled opponent Anthony Johnson played a brutal prank on UFC CEO Dana White. Jon Jones has been at the center of some of the most heated rivalries in UFC history.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Former champ suggests Ilia Topuria title fight go to contender who ‘redeemed himself’ at UFC 317
Ilia Topuria’s next title fight could go to anyone. The new UFC Lightweight Champion had a line of contenders waiting for him following his second title win at UFC 317.
Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Dana White announced that a UFC fighter had ‘blacked out’ backstage in shocking last-minute change to huge PPV event
On this day in 2014, a huge UFC PPV suffered a shocking change to the main card. On July 5, UFC 175 took place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas with two title fights topping the bill.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Alexa Grasso still hopes for decisive fourth Valentina Shevchenko fight despite series of losses
Alexa Grasso may have lost her last two fights, but she still harbors ambitions of just one more outing with Valentina Shevchenko. Bizarrely, a trilogy wasn’t enough to settle the score between the pair, whose feud began when the Mexican defeated Kyrgyz champion Shevchenko in their first meeting two years ago.
Daniel Cormier News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Daniel Cormier names his favorite UFC fight as ‘crazy’ clash between two MMA legends that left him shaking
Daniel Cormier featured in some iconic fights during his time in the UFC. The former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion may have been best known for his smothering grappling style but that didn’t stop ‘DC’ from having a few barnburners.
Bo Nickal News / 5 GOATs / July 5
Bo Nickal would love rematch with David Taylor in Real American Freestyle
Bo Nickal wouldn’t mind running it back with David Taylor, a former teammate at the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club. The two last squared off at the 2020 Olympic Trials Finals with Taylor winning 4-0 and 6-0 in the best-of-three series.
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 / Bloody Elbow / July 5
UFC champion survived late scare from legendary opponent to remain undefeated one year after dethroning GOAT
On this day in 2014, the UFC’s middleweight title was contested in a great main event. Chris Weidman had his setbacks during his time in the UFC but no one will ever be able to take his biggest accomplishments away from him.
Leon Edwards News / Dice City Sports / July 5
Leon Edwards Reveals Potential Opponent
Losing streaks are never easy. Especially for elite level fighters. For the first time in his professional MMA career, Leon Edwards finds himself in unfamiliar territory: back-to-back losses.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 5
Sean O'Malley: 'Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett is the fight to make'
Now that former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria punched his way to the lightweight title, who'll be his next opponent has been a hot button topic. Should he face No.
Jon Jones News / Dice City Sports / July 5
Jon Jones Retired For 14 Days?
In the latest twist in the unpredictable saga of Jon Jones, the former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion is once again hinting at a return to the Octagon.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 5
Can Della Maddalena Beat Makhachev?
UFC Welterweight Champion Jack Della Maddalena is confident of beating Islam Makhachev, believing the latter is “too little” for him. Della Maddalena, fresh off his unanimous decision victory over Belal Muhammad at UFC 315 to claim the welterweight belt, believes that size will be a crucial factor.
Alex Pereira News / MMA on SI / July 4
Alex Pereira's sister to challenge for Karate World Championship
Violence runs in the Pereira bloodline as former two-time UFC champion Alex Pereira's sister, Aline Pereira, will compete for a major world title. The
Robert Whittaker News / Athlon Sports / July 4
Former UFC champion drops a quiet hint about retirement
There comes a time in every fighter’s career when the end feels closer than the beginning.
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.
Colby Covington News / BoxingNews.com / July 4
What’s Next For Colby Covington?
Colby Covington wants a big fight for his next UFC bout despite a run that has seen him suffer three losses in his last four octagon appearances. Covington’s recent setbacks include a unanimous decision loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 296 for the UFC Welterweight Title.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 3
On This Day in 2010: Brock Lesnar Defended His UFC Heavyweight Title in Dramatic Fashion
On this day 15 years ago, Brock Lesnar overcame immense adversity to defeat Shane Carwin at UFC 116 and unify the UFC heavyweight championship in one of the most dramatic title fights in MMA history.
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