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‘I was wrong’… Daniel Cormier apologizes for spreading misinformation about Ilia Topuria as fans slam UFC legend
Daniel Cormier was criticized by fans on social media for a recent statement he made. Cormier was on commentary duties this past weekend at UFC 317, where Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira to win the vacant lightweight title.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 3
UFC 317 star who scored terrifying KO defends Herb Dean over late stoppage
Gregory Rodrigues has defended Herb Dean over claims that he was too late in stepping in during a terrifying sequence at UFC 317. This past week, International Fight Week 2025 took place from Las Vegas and culminated with UFC 317 which was headlined by a vacant lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira.
Conor McGregor News / FirstSportz / July 3
Ex-UFC Star Reminisces ‘Conor McGregor Era’ Selling Out Packed Arenas for Weigh-Ins
The UFC history is divided into eras, and Conor McGregor’s era was one of the most iconic and unforgettable ones. Since his debut, the ‘Notorious’ had a flamboyant personality that was different from everybody else.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 3
Ilia Topuria predicts how 'easy fight' with Paddy Pimblett would end
Newly crowned UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett's rivalry dates back years. Now that they're in the same weight class, the two seem
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 3
Is Kamaru Usman Ducking Belal Muhammad?
Belal Muhammad believes Kamaru Usman has no interest in fighting him, but is the latter ducking? Muhammad recently saw his impressive eleven-fight unbeaten streak end, along with his welterweight title, in a loss to Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315.
Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Ilia Topuria’s Plan for the Undefeated Star Is Anything But Respectful
Fresh off a thunderous knockout win at UFC 317, Ilia Topuria has been making the media rounds with the confidence only a newly crowned champion could carry.
Herb Dean News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Herb Dean KO’d fighter with one brutal punch for last professional win just months after UFC referee debut
Don’t mess with longtime referee Herb Dean in the cage. Herb Dean is known as one of the veteran presences of the UFC Octagon dating back almost three decades.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Legendary UFC champion avenged his one loss to greatest rival in historic title fight that set a high bar
On this day in 2011, Dominick Cruz settled the score with his greatest rival. Many still regard ‘The Dominator’ to be the greatest bantamweight of all time, even if Merab Dvalishvili might be closing that gap.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
UFC fired an elite grappler despite a 31-second finish for refusing to let go of brutal heel hook submission
UFC welterweight Rousimar Palhares became one of the few fighters to be kicked out of the promotion following a victory. Rousimar Palhares is undoubtedly one of the most feared submission artists in UFC history.
Carlos Prates News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Carlos Prates targeted for UFC 319 return against familiar foe as he looks to bounce back from first UFC loss
UFC welterweight contender Carlos Prates will reportedly return on the Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev undercard. Carlos Prates is reportedly weeks away from making his UFC comeback as he looks to get back into the welterweight title mix.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 2
Every two-division champion in UFC history, ranked
With his UFC 317 win over Charles Oliveira, Ilia Topuria became just the 10th UFC fighter ever to hold championship belts in two different weight classes.
Alex Pereira News / MMA on SI / July 2
Alex Pereira trains with UFC’s hottest team as fans await return fight news
There’s still no clear timetable on when Alex Pereira will return to the UFC, but the former two-division champion is certainly training like he has a fight booked.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Dana White’s past reason for controversial Colby Covington title shot might annoy snubbed UFC 317 backup Arman Tsarukyan
Arman Tsarukyan seemingly won’t be getting rewarded competitively for his efforts in UFC 317 fight week. Tsarukyan was among the lightweight contenders present in Las Vegas as the UFC closed out June with the latest instalment of International Fight Week.
Glover Teixeira News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Who is Tallison Teixeira? Meet the six foot seven undefeated Brazilian tearing up the UFC
Tallison Teixeira is one of the most intimidating fighters who could be the future of the UFC Heavyweight division. The giant Brazilian is undefeated in his career so far and wowed fans with a comprehensive victory at UFC 312.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Paddy Pimblett’s coach reveals how Charles Oliveira’s mistakes have been crucial to their recent fight preparations
Paddy Pimblett’s team have been able to use Charles Oliveira as an example. Following their stare down in the cage at UFC 317, it looks like Pimblett will be challenging Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title in the near future.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
UFC commentator ‘could see’ Ilia Topuria knocking out Khabib Nurmagomedov… ‘Ilia’s boxing is far too dangerous’
Ilia Topuria is being discussed among the greatest of all time following his thunderous UFC 317 knockout. After a short but destructive stint on the featherweight throne, Topuria opted to drop that title and pursue success in the division above.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Joe Rogan blamed for Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett face off at UFC 317 that left Dana White seething
Joe Rogan has been blamed for the impromptu face off between Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett following the UFC 317 main event. This past Saturday Ilia Topuria became the new UFC lightweight champion after separating Charles Oliveira from consciousness in the first round of the UFC 317 main event.
Dustin Poirier News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Max Holloway broke records as UFC's most successful Featherweight despite debut loss to Dustin Poirier
Max Holloway will have his UFC debut on his mind as he prepares to face Dustin Poirier at UFC 318. Holloway has been chosen as Poirier’s final opponent in the main event of UFC 318, as “The Diamond” ends his career by completing a trilogy of fights against “Blessed”.
Jean Silva News / Bloody Elbow / July 2
Jean Silva details why Bryce Mitchell relationship will never be mended after dominating grudge fight
Jean Silva has explained that there is no way he could ever befriend Bryce Mitchell despite the pair settling a bitter feud back in April. After a string of controversies outside the cage, Mitchell was called out by Silva for a clash at UFC 314 earlier this year.
Israel Adesanya News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Israel Adesanya’s Message to a Critic Came With a Warning
Israel Adesanya has been laying low since his hard-fought battle with Nassourdine Imavov, taking some much-needed time to reset after suffering three consecutive losses.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 2
On This Day in 2022: The UFC Found A New Knockout King Superstar at UFC 276
On this day in 2022, Alex Pereira announced his arrival as a true UFC force with a thunderous first-round knockout of Sean Strickland at UFC 276. Coming from a background of being an elite kickboxer who had previously knocked out Israel Adesanya in that sport, all eyes were on the Brazilian as he stepped up in competition in the UFC.
Tom Aspinall News / MMA Weekly / July 2
Tom Aspinall would have rather fought for the UFC heavyweight championship
When Jon Jones' retirement was made official, then-interim heavyweight titleholder Tom Aspinall was elevated to undisputed UFC heavyweight champion. While his goal all along was to become the champion, the 28 year-old would have rather fought for it. "To be honest, I would have rather fought for it, of course.
Merab Dvalishvili News / MMA Sucka / July 1
Bantamweight King Holds Chips in Title Fight Negotiations
Merab Dvalishvili (20-4 MMA, 12-3 UFC) is only a few weeks removed from making a successful defense of the UFC Bantamweight Championship at UFC 316 in Newark, NJ from Prudential Center.
Khamzat Chimaev News / HITC / July 1
Khamzat Chimaev’s former rival pulls out of major UFC 318 fight after toe injury in training
UFC 318 has hit a bump after one of its fighters broke a toe in training. Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway are set to headline the pay-per-view in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 19 – and fight fans can breathe a sigh of relief that the main event is still intact.
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