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Steve Erceg Dismisses Narrative That He Has Nothing to Lose in UFC 301 Headliner

While some would argue that Steve Erceg won't have a lot of pressure on him going into his UFC 301 title fight just 11 months after his promotional debut, "Astroboy" couldn't disagree more.

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UFC 301 live results: Alexandre Pantoja vs. Steve Erceg, Jose Aldo returns

The Octagon returns to Brazil this weekend for the UFC's next pay-per-view offering as UFC 301 takes place inside the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro. In the main event, the UFC Flyweight Championship is on the line as champion Alexandre Pantoja makes his second title defense against fast-rising challenger Steve Erceg.

Matt Brown News / Sherdog.com / 2 hours ago

30-Time UFC Veteran Matt Brown Announces Retirement from MMA

Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight Matt Brown has announced his retirement from mixed martial arts. The 43-year-old Ohio native revealed his decision via social media on Saturday.

Smilla Sundell News / MyMMANews / 7 hours ago

Smilla Sundell Folds Natalia Diachkova With Body Shot In ONE Fight Night 22 Main Event

ONE Championship (ONE) returned to the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium with ONE Fight Night 22: The post Smilla Sundell Folds Natalia Diachkova With Body Shot In ONE Fight Night 22 Main Event first appeared on MyMMANews.

MMA News / Bleacher Report / 7 hours ago

UFC 301 Fight Card: PPV Schedule, Odds and Predictions for Pantoja vs. Erceg

The UFC returns to Brazil with a UFC 301 card headlined by Alexandre Pantoja taking on Steve Erceg at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro. The card might pale in…

Smilla Sundell News / Sherdog.com / 10 hours ago

Smilla Sundell Stuns Natalia Diachkova to Force Vacant Belt at ONE Fight Night 22

The women’s muay thai belt at 125 pounds may not be in anyone’s possession now, but the division’s only champion is on a mission to get it back very soon.

MMA News / FirstSportz / 4 hours ago

'Don’t think it was smart,' Renato Moicano doesn’t heed the buzz around Steve Erceg at UFC 301

UFC 301 edges near, happening at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro. Brazilian flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja makes his second title defense in the main event.

MMA News / FirstSportz / 56 minutes ago

Jon Jones ready to give ‘GOAT’ status threat Alex Pereira chance to create history with 3-division champion glory

After fighting Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones sees two-division champ Alex Pereira as a legacy fight worth pursuing in his career. That is not surprising, given he has long maintained deep reverence for the kickboxing powerhouse.

Michel Pereira News / Dice City Sports / 2 minutes ago

Previewing Michel Pereira vs. Ihor Potieria

UFC’s next big pay-per-view is just around the corner, with a flyweight bout highlighting the card. But fans won’t just be tuning in for the main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Steve Erceg.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / 4 hours ago

Thoughts on Social Scuffle Between VanZant and Danis

We all use social media, but sometimes, using platforms like Facebook or Twitter, now known as X, can do more harm than good for people. When people see an argument playing out in the form of social media comments, they have two options to choose from: Scroll past and move onto something else or break out the popcorn and see what happens next.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 15 minutes ago

UFC 301 Preview: Alexandre Pantoja favored in main event

UFC 301 will feature a title fight between 125-pound champion Alexandre Pantoja and flyweight contender Steve Erceg at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

William Gomis (illness) pulled from UFC 301

William Gomis was pulled from his scheduled fight against Jean Silva at UFC 301 after being helped out of the weigh-ins by security. Gomis weighed in at 143 pounds Friday and appeared dizzy after stepping off the scale.

Conor McGregor News / Dice City Sports / 50 minutes ago

Conor McGregor Goes Off On Ryan Garcia

Conor McGregor had some very choice words to say about Ryan Garcia and his failed drug test from his majority decision win against Devin Haney. McGregor made a statement on X.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 7 hours ago

Poirier Could Retire If He Beats Makhachev

Dustin Poirier has said he could retire if he beats Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 in June. The Diamond secured the title shot after defeating Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299.

Alex Pereira News / Ringside Intel / 4 minutes ago

Watch: Alex Pereira Shows Daniel Cormier How Filthy His Wrestling Has Become

Alex Pereira might not have the wrestling resume of Daniel Cormier. But the reigning UFC champion is definitely improving in that area. During a recent meeting at a media event, Pereira actually took “DC” down.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 2

UFC 304 adds Arnold Allen – Giga Chikadze

The UFC is returning to the UK for a PPV in July and we now know of a big time featherweight matchup that will be on the card. Super Lutas was the first to report that top ten featherweights Arnold Allen (19-3) and Giga Chikadze (15-3) will go toe-to-toe in Manchester.

Brock Lesnar News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 40 minutes ago

Brock Lesnar News: WWE Monday Night Raw Star Recalls In-Ring Incident With Former UFC Champion

One returning WWE Monday Night Raw superstar has recalled an in-ring incident with Brock Lesnar. During the 2018 Royal Rumble event, Brock Lesnar was the WWE Universal Champion.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / 3 minutes ago

Halil Amir Pushing For Featherweight Contendership At ONE Fight Night 22

On Friday, May 3, ONE Championship is back with another fun evening on Prime Video. ONE Fight Night 22 hits U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, with 11 exceptional bouts.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / May 2

UFC News: Dustin Poirier Talks Retirement After Islam Makhachev Title Fight

Dustin Poirier's longevity in the MMA space is almost unprecedented. 'The Diamond' has been a perennial contender in the UFC for the better part of eight years, and he's showing no signs of slowing down.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 7 hours ago

Volkanovski: Holloway can make Topuria fight 'look easy'

A matchup between UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and BMF champion Max Holloway has not been set, but Alexander Volkanovski -- who has fought both -- believes Topuria wouldn't retain his title if the fight comes to fruition.

Conor McGregor News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

BKFC president: McGregor will have heavy influence as owner

BKFC president: Conor McGregor will have heavy influence as owner

David Feldman fully intends to take advantage of having one of the UFC’s biggest stars as a new minority owner of his rival Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.

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Ronda Rousey News / Ringside Intel / May 1

Former WWE announcer absolutely trashes Ronda Rousey over recent comments

Ronda Rousey has made a bunch of headlines in recent weeks over her opinions about her times in the UFC and WWE, and one former co-worker had a spicy response about the former world champion’s lack of accountability and much more.

Ilia Topuria News / Empire Sports Media / May 1

UFC champ Ilia Topuria adamant that Max Holloway must put up the BMF belt for a title fight

Back in February at UFC 298, Ilia Topuria (15-0) completed his mission to the top of the mountain when he knocked out Alexander Volkanovski (26-4) in the second round of their featherweight title fight.