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Dana White scolds former 'BMF' champion about UFC retirement talks: 'Pretty wacky'

Former UFC "BMF" Champion Justin Gaethje has had some critical concerns about his fighting future. Gaethje recently teased a possible retirement, and now his message has resurfaced with UFC CEO Dana White.

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Sean O'Malley gives hilarious reaction to Ilia Topuria's viral UFC 317 knockout

Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley was blown away by Ilia Topuria's performance at UFC 317. The Vegas PPV was a return to form for the promotion,

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 29

Joe Rogan suggests UFC make massive U-turn on Ilia Topuria super-fight after UFC 317 title win

Ilia Topuria isn’t short of options following his KO win against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317. The undefeated Topuria has a new target on his back following his second title win on Saturday.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Paddy Pimblett Sends Warning to Ilia Topuria Ahead of Potential Title Fight

The UFC put on a show Saturday night as the organization's Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira Lightweight Title fight brought fireworks at T-Mobile Arena

Alexandre Pantoja News / MMA on SI / June 29

Alexandre Pantoja demands respect from controversial UFC rankings

Alexandre Pantoja had issued a fiery statement regarding his pound-for-pound ranking after defending his title for a fourth time at UFC 317. 'The Cannibal' has a tough act to follow, becoming the second-greatest flyweight UFC fighter of all time, behind Demetrious Johnson.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / June 29

Dana White gives UFC 317 loser double pay after historic brawl with 419 significant strikes

Dana White was feeling generous in the immediate aftermath of UFC 317. The UFC CEO dished out his usual post-fight bonuses before rewarding one lucky loser.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 29

Unhappy Dana White says UFC 317 went off-script with Topuria-Pimblett face-off

It seems Ilia Topuria's next fight isn't set in stone like UFC 317 would have you believe. 'El Matador' flatlined former lightweight champ Charles Oliveira inside the first round to secure his second UFC title.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 29

Joe Rogan admits he may have to break his one UFC rule after watching Ilia Topuria KO Charles Oliveira at UFC 317

Ilia Topuria was already one of the biggest stars in the sport but at UFC 317, his stock continued to rise. Topuria and his team appeared to celebrate his victory before they had even stepped inside the Octagon.

Charles Oliveira News / MMA on SI / June 29

Charles Oliveira releases sad 2-word statement after UFC 317 knockout loss

Charles Oliveira was knocked out cold for the first time in his professional career on Saturday, as former featherweight champ Ilia Topuria continued his streak as one of the UFC's greatest talents.

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Dustin Poirier News / MMA on SI / June 29

Dustin Poirier's UFC retirement promo will make you want to run through a wall

Dustin Poirier is three weeks away from capping off a legendary MMA career with a trilogy banger against Max Holloway in New Orleans, LA. It isn’t just any location, however.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 29

Islam Makhachev’s coach names opponent that is a harder puzzle to solve than Ilia Topuria despite emphatic UFC 317 win

Islam Makhachev’s former title was won in devastating fashion at UFC 317. A new lightweight champion was crowned when Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira in the first round to remain undefeated.

Brandon Royval News / MMA Weekly / June 29

Joshua Van defeats Brandon Royval at UFC 317 in potential Fight of the Year

UFC 317 featured the top flyweights in the world. Along with the title bout between champion Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Kara-France in the fight card's co-main event, the fight card also showcased the top contender in the division, Brandon Royval, taking on rising star Joshua Van.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 29

Pantoja Makes Kai Kara-France Tap; Is Joshua Van Next?

Alexandre Pantoja submitted Kai Kara-France at UFC 317 in the third round, as you can follow what happened with round-by-round updates. Pantoja puts his UFC Flyweight Title on the line for the fourth time.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 28

UFC 317 Results: Beneil Dariush survives early scare to defeat Renato Moicano

On the main card of UFC 317, we will see a big time lightweight matchup between two ranked lightweight contenders. Ninth ranked Beneil Dariush (22-6-1) is looking to snap his losing streak as he takes on the entertaining “Money” Renato Moicano (20-6-1).

Holly Holm News / BoxingNews.com / June 29