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MMA News / EasySportz / September 4
Dana White Checks On Bella Mir After DWCS Upset

Dana White Checks On Bella Mir After DWCS Upset

Dana White didn’t just watch the tape; he picked up the phone immediately after the most shocking upset in Dana White’s Contender Series history. The UFC CEO checked in on Bella Mir right after she lost her shot at a contract to massive underdog Alex Apodaca.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 2
Why this UFC fighter refuses to quit her regular 9-to-5 job

Why this UFC fighter refuses to quit her regular 9-to-5 job

The Contender Series has platformed many future UFC stars and propelled them to greatness, with Alex Apodaca hoping to be the latest to join that list.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 2
White Checks On Mir After Historic DWCS Loss

White Checks On Mir After Historic DWCS Loss

Dana White reached out to Bella Mir moments after her upset loss on Dana White's Contender Series, checking on the heavily favored prospect who failed to secure a UFC contract on the show's Week 3 card.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 28
'Women Can’t Be Coaches': Sean Strickland Goes Off on Bella Mir’s Mom After DWCS Controversy

'Women Can’t Be Coaches': Sean Strickland Goes Off on Bella Mir’s Mom After DWCS Controversy

This week’s Dana White’s Contender Series saw a dramatic ending as +1200 underdog Alex Apodaca defeated UFC legend Frank Mir’s daughter, Bella Mir, to earn her UFC contract in one of the biggest upsets in the show’s history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 27
Bella Mir ‘guaranteed’ to become a UFC champion as Sean Brady rejects ‘fraud check’ claims

Bella Mir ‘guaranteed’ to become a UFC champion as Sean Brady rejects ‘fraud check’ claims

Bella Mir has received support from a highly ranked UFC contender after her recent setback. The daughter of former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir had her first chance to secure a deal with MMA’s leading promotion on Tuesday.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 27

Bella Mir's Mom Apologises After Rant On Contender Series Loss

Jennifer Mir has left social media after an alcohol-fueled outburst directed at Alex Apodaca, the fighter who upset her stepdaughter Bella Mir at Dana White's Contender Series this week.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 27

Bella Mir breaks her silence after losing as a 60-1 favorite on Dana White’s Contender Series

Bella Mir has issued a statement following the first loss of her MMA career. Frank Mir‘s daughter entered Dana White’s Contender Series with a perfect 4-0 record on Tuesday.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 26
Bella Mir Reflects on Upset Loss to Alex Apodaca at Dana White's Contender Series

Bella Mir Reflects on Upset Loss to Alex Apodaca at Dana White's Contender Series

Bella Mir has responded to the biggest setback of her young MMA career after suffering a historic upset loss to Alex Apodaca at Dana White’s Contender Series on Tuesday.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 26
Bettor Wins $10K On $666 Wager Against Bella Mir

Bettor Wins $10K On $666 Wager Against Bella Mir

A bettor collected more than $10,000 after placing a $666 wager on Alex Apodaca to upset Bella Mir at Tuesday's Contender Series card in Las Vegas. Mir entered the Meta Apex bout as high as a -6000 favorite despite limited MMA experience, according to MMA Mania.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 26
Ex-UFC star slams Dana White for exploding at reporter’s press conference question: ‘Ego overdrive’

Ex-UFC star slams Dana White for exploding at reporter’s press conference question: ‘Ego overdrive’

Dana White was not in the best mood on Tuesday night. The UFC president sat cageside for episode three of the tenth Dana White’s Contender Series season, which was headlined by Bella Mir’s attempt at winning a contract.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 26
Apodaca Stuns Mir To Earn UFC Contract

Apodaca Stuns Mir To Earn UFC Contract

Alex Apodaca pulled off what ESPN is calling the biggest upset in Dana White's Contender Series history Tuesday night, beating highly touted prospect Bella Mir to earn a UFC contract.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 26
'If You’re a Degenerate Gambler…': Dana White Reacts to Bella Mir’s Biggest Upset Loss in DWCS History

'If You’re a Degenerate Gambler…': Dana White Reacts to Bella Mir’s Biggest Upset Loss in DWCS History

Former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir’s daughter, Bella Mir, entered Dana White’s Contender Series as a massive favorite, with a UFC contract seemingly within reach, about to follow in her father’s footsteps.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 26
Dana White reacts to Bella Mir losing on Contenders Series

Dana White reacts to Bella Mir losing on Contenders Series

Bella Mir, the daughter of former multiple-time UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir, entered week 3 of Dana White’s Contender Series 10 on Tuesday as a heavy favorite to win.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 25
DWCS 10, Week 3 Results: Alex Apodaca upsets Bella Mir

DWCS 10, Week 3 Results: Alex Apodaca upsets Bella Mir

The third week of the 10th season of Dana White’s Contender Series kicked off on Tuesday at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The fight card featured five fights with 10 athletes competing for a spot on the UFC roster.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 25

Bella Mir has some lofty combat sports goals

Bella Mir, the daughter of former UFC heavyweight Frank Mir, will make her Dana White’s Contender Series debut on Tuesday against Alex Apodaca. The women’s bantamweight bout headlines the five-bout fight card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 24
Bella Mir vs. Alex Apodaca prediction, odds, pick for Contender Series Week 3

Bella Mir vs. Alex Apodaca prediction, odds, pick for Contender Series Week 3

Contender Series 2026 Week 3 continues with a fight between Bella Mir and Alex Apodaca in the women’s bantamweight division. Check out our Contender Series odds series for our Mir-Apodaca prediction and pick.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / December 29, 2024

Former 2x UFC Champ Frank Mir's Daughter Dominates in Fury Grappling Debut

Undefeated in professional MMA and now in Fury Pro grappling, Bella Mir is steadily carving out her own identity --- beyond being known as Frank Mir's prodigious daughter.

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