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On YouTubeKhamzat Chimaev News / MMA on SI / August 19
Ex-UFC champ rips Dricus du Plessis for 'disappointing' loss to Khamzat Chimaev
The dust has settled following UFC 319 in recent days, but heavy criticism still surrounds former champion Dricus du Plessis in his middleweight title loss to Khamzat Chimaev.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Dana White announces huge middleweight fight that could decide ‘challenger for Khamzat Chimaev’s title’
Khamzat Chimaev’s first title challenger is set to be decided in the next couple of months. ‘Borz’ dominated Dricus du Plessis over five rounds to become the new middleweight champion at UFC 319 on Saturday night.
3 biggest surprises in UFC’s new pound-for-pound rankings
After UFC 319, the promotion's pound-for-pound (P4P) rankings have seen some serious movement. Khamzat Chimaev defied all expectations with a five-round shutout over reigning champion Dricus du Plessis, making him the new middleweight champion.
Reinier de Ridder News / Empire Sports Media / August 19
UFC Vancouver will be headlined by Reinier De Ridder – Anthony Hernandez
This past weekend at UFC 319, the middleweight title was on the line and Khamzat Chimaev became the middleweight champion after dominating Dricus Du Plessis over the course of five rounds.
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Islam Makhachev floors ‘unprepared’ sparring partner with nasty body shot: ‘Now he’s suffering’
Islam Makhachev made one of his teammates pay for turning up to training ‘unprepared’. The former lightweight champion is currently preparing to make his UFC welterweight debut.
Ex-Champ warns only stars like Conor McGregor will cash in on UFC’s $7.7 billion deal
Ex-UFC welterweight king Tyron Woodley says UFC’s $7.7 billion Paramount+ deal won’t trickle down to fighters, unless they're one of the chosen few like Conor McGregor, Jon Jones, or Ilia Topuria UFC is moving away from ESPN, inking a new seven-year, $7.7 billion deal with Paramount+ to broadcast all US events.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Former UFC boogeyman who ‘freaked out’ Joe Rogan named as the kind of opponent Khamzat Chimaev may struggle against
At UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev showed a level of dominance that is rarely seen inside the Octagon. Everyone already knew that the undefeated star was a feared grappler with a track record for running through opponents and putting them away.
Jack Della Maddalena News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Former UFC welterweight champion boldly claims Jack Della Maddalena wouldn’t have been a top 10 fighter in his era
Jack Della Maddalena surprised a lot of people with his title-winning performance earlier this year. With a huge title defense immediately lined up for the new welterweight champion, it’s expected that many people will be picking against him once again.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Khamzat Chimaev’s bitter enemy warns he could ‘kill’ MMA if he fights like he did at UFC 319 again
Khamzat Chimaev’s middleweight rival thinks his UFC 319 performance was so bad that the sport of mixed martial arts is in danger. Chimaev emerged victorious from this past Saturday’s pay-per-view main event, and the result was rarely in doubt throughout the one-sided fight.
Francis Ngannou News / MMA on SI / August 19
Former UFC champ Francis Ngannou leaves MMA fans guessing on return
Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou has teased yet another long-overdue return to MMA, and he's not ruling out a possibility that has plagued him for a little over two years: a return to where his legend began, the UFC.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Lerone Murphy believes vicious UFC 319 win sparked something in him ahead of clash against Alexander Volkanovski
Longtime UFC featherweight prospect Lerone Murphy scored one of the craziest knockouts of all time this past Saturday. On Saturday, the premier promotion returned to the Windy City for the first time since 2019 for UFC 319, headlined by a middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.
Zhang Mingyang News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
Who is Zhang Mingyang? Meet the Chinese fighter headlining UFC Shanghai
Zhang Mingyang is quickly making a name for himself in the UFC, main eventing a big event in just his fourth fight for the promotion. After earning a contract through the Road to UFC series, Zhang Mingyang started off his career with successive, impressive knockout wins in the Light Heavyweight division.
Islam Makhachev’s coach comments on Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC 319 controversial strategy
There has been a lot of talk about how Khamzat Chimaev won the UFC middleweight title. Following his dominant performance at UFC 319 in Chicago this past Saturday, Chimaev is now the 185-pound champion.
UFC fans devastated as beloved champion unretires at 43 for bareknuckle fight
UFC fans are saddened by the news of a legendary Hall of Famer and former champion coming out of retirement for a fight in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC).
MMA star breaks silence following viral KO loss in UFC debut
Former Bellator standout Aaron Pico has shared a heartfelt message with fans after coming up short in his UFC debut. The 28-year-old made his long-awaited
Alexander Volkanovski News / MMA on SI / August 19
UFC Champion Alexander Volkanovski names next fight opponent
UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has a clear idea of who he should fight next following UFC 319. Carlos Prates appeared to secure the best
Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / August 19
‘There is no way’… Fans believe Paddy Pimblett’s next fight is set after shock ranking update sees him overtake rivals
Following UFC 319, several divisions have received notable ranking updates. Khamzat Chimaev’s dominant win over Dricus du Plessis has seen him skyrocket up the pound-for-pound ladder, now claiming the #4 spot.
Court McGee and Alex Pereira: Battled Addiction and Came Back Stronger
It’s undeniable that addiction affects people from all walks of life, including those in elite sports. Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is demanding, physically and psychologically, and as shown in the stories below, it’s this, in particular, that has helped MMA fighters overcome addiction.
Liz Carmouche News / Empire Sports Media / August 19
After winning the PFL Women’s Flyweight World Tournament, what’s next for Liz Carmouche?
This past weekend was a major weekend for combat sports. Kicking things off in Charlotte was the PFL with the conclusion of three of their world tournaments.
Robert Whittaker Shuts Down Naysayers of Khamzat Chimaev’s Grappling Showcase at UFC 319
In modern MMA, one of the most debated topics is which fighting style makes for the most entertaining contest. Many fans lean toward all-out slugfests filled with sharp striking, believing that fast-paced exchanges give them the best value for their money.
Dana White Slams Door on Jon Jones UFC Return With Cold-Blooded White House Card Take
Recently, the MMA community witnessed one of the biggest retirement dramas in years. It began when UFC President Dana White confirmed that Jon Jones was retiring from action.
Francis Ngannou News / Dice City Sports / August 19
Francis Ngannou Responds to Donn Davis’ Comments on PFL Africa Absence
Francis Ngannou has responded to recent remarks from Professional Fighters League (PFL) founder Donn Davis, who expressed disappointment that the former UFC champion skipped the promotion’s inaugural PFL Africa event.
Luke Rockhold and Joe Rogan agree on ‘wrestler’ who could threaten Khamzat Chimaev’s reign
Luke Rockhold and Joe Rogan seem to agree that there is one fighter who might have what it takes to finally hand Khamzat Chimaev his first loss. Chimaev has looked unstoppable throughout his UFC career, but his performance against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319 took things to another level.
Aaron Pico News / Dice City Sports / August 18
Pico’s UFC Debut Ends in Brutal KO, But He Promises to Rebound
It’s safe to say Aaron Pico’s long awaited UFC debut didn’t go as planned. The 28-year-old former Bellator standout was knocked out cold by Lerone Murphy in the UFC 319 co main event at Chicago’s United Center.
MMA News / Yardbarker / August 17
Dana White pours cold water on NBA star’s UFC dreams
It sounds like White is skeptical of an NBA star making the transition to the octagon.
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