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David Goggins reveals what separates Israel Adesanya from the rest of the UFC

There’s no UFC fighter that does it quite like Israel Adesanya. The two-time UFC Middleweight Champion might not be at the top of the heap like he was a few years ago but there’s no denying what Israel Adesanya was able to accomplish in the premier promotion.

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‘It sucks’ … Cory Sandhagen addresses the one UFC legend fight that got away

UFC star Cory Sandhagen lost out on his #1 dream fight earlier this year. The highest-ranking UFC Bantamweight to not have fought the champion Merab Dvalishvili returns this weekend in what will be his ninth five-round fight in a row.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

Ilia Topuria’s coach says he’d 'kill' Makhachev and Oliveira on the feet

Ilia Topuria's striking coach has high praise for his student's finishing ability. Topuria currently waits for confirmation on whether Islam Makhachev will be defending his lightweight title again, or vacating to challenge the welterweight division.

Georges St-Pierre News / MMA on SI / April 30

Georges St-Pierre gives harsh advice on quitting MMA

UFC legend Georges St-Pierre believes fighters shouldn't feel obligated to go out on their shield. GSP retired on top, like Khabib Nurmagomedov, on the back of a long winning streak.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

Jon Jones' old UFC rival pins Tom Aspinall as 'future legend'

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson thinks Tom Aspinall will be around for a long time. Aspinall secured the longest interim reign this week, which has served as a staunch reminder that disputed champion Jones is on route to becoming the longest single-stretch heavyweight champion in UFC history, with one title defense.

Joaquin Buckley News / MMA on SI / April 30

Joaquin Buckley leaks UFC's plans in cold message to UFC 315 headliners

Joaquin Buckley isn't taking his foot off the gas. Making a monumental comeback, 'New Mansa' headlines UFC Atlanta opposite Kamaru Usman this June. He's already rallying for an undisputed title shot.

Francis Ngannou News / MMA on SI / April 30

World's Strongest Man interested in Francis Ngannou MMA clash

Former World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall is willing to put it all on the line if the price is right. 37 year old Hall made his official MMA debut on April 26, where he demolished fellow World's Strongest Man Mariusz Pudzianowski in the opening seconds.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

UFC Des Moines: Cory Sandhagen vs. Deiveson Figueiredo full card picks & predictions

The UFC stays on the road this week for UFC Fight Night Des Moines, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 12 fights on the card.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 30

'We’ve Been Lucky': Khabib’s Friend Daniel Cormier Feels Tony Ferguson is Crucial for Defining the Great UFC Lightweight Era

Reacting to friend Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight at UFC 318, Daniel Cormier claims the time has finally come for the changing of the lightweight guard.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

Ex-UFC fighter banned from competition after failed drug test

It was a shock to many to see Taila Santos withdraw from her last fight. The ex-UFC title challenger-turned-PFL competitor was a heavy favorite to defeat Juliana Velasquez in April, but withdrew without reason.

MMA News / The SportsRush / April 30

Mark Kerr’s Legendary Opponent has four words for Dwayne Johnson amid ‘The Smashing Machine’ Trailer Hype

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s unrecognizable transformation in the newly released trailer for Benny Safdie’s ‘The Smashing Machine’ is already getting a lot of eyeballs.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / April 30

Hulk Hogan & Eric Bischoff Announce Real American Freestyle Wrestling, Reveal 'Third Man'

Wrestling fans didn't have to wait long to find out what Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff's new project is, or to find out the identity of the mysterious “third man” joining their latest venture.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

Charles Oliveira's manager gives Islam Makhachev ultimatum for next UFC fight

Islam Makhachev is in an interesting position. Considered by many, including the UFC's official rankings, as the pound-for-pound No. 1 fighter in the sport, Makhachev is eagerly awaiting his next opponent, with all signs likely pointing toward a super fight with former UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

UFC pundit says BMF title should end with Poirier vs. Holloway trilogy

Former UFC fighter-turned-pundit Din Thomas thinks the UFC should retire the BMF belt with the Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier trilogy at UFC 318. The inaugural BMF title began with Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz at UFC 244.

Valentin Moldavsky News / Empire Sports Media / April 30

PFL World Tournament First Round Preview: Heavyweight

Tomorrow night, the PFL will host it’s final first round event for their world tournaments. In the final event, we will see the big boys go at it as the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions will be featured.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 30

3 UFC title fights for Tom Aspinall that aren't Jon Jones

The UFC's heavyweight title is disputed. England's Tom Aspinall has been interim champion for 535 days and counting. Now, Aspinall is the longest-reigning interim champion in UFC history.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 30

PFL World Tournament First Round Preview: Light Heavyweight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 30

Forrest Griffin was chased by furious Dana White after bolting out of the Octagon after historic trilogy fight

Dana White was left furious by Forrest Griffin following his UFC 148 fight against Tito Ortiz, after Griffin fled the Octagon before the result was even announced.

Dustin Poirier News / BoxingNews.com / April 30

MMA Legend Dustin Poirier Praises UFC’s Rising Star: 'He’s Legit, He Can Be Champion!'

(Credit: The New York Times) Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett is making noise both in and out of the octagon after his career-best performance against Michael Chandler at UFC 314.

Georges St-Pierre News / MMA Weekly / April 30

Georges St-Pierre tells fighters to 'retire on your terms, not on their terms'

Former two-division UFC champion Georges St-Pierre did not make the all too common mistake of sticking around the fight game longer than he should have. St-Pierre vacated the welterweight championship and stepped away from fighting 12 years ago, following his UFC 167 title defense against Johnny Hendricks.

Tom Aspinall News / Dice City Sports / April 30

Aspinall still waiting for unification fight against Jones

According to BloodyElbow.com, Tom Aspinall is still holding out hope for his unification match against Jon ‘Bones’ Jones to happen this year. On Tuesday, Aspinall broke Renan Barao’s record as the longest reigning interim UFC champion of all time.

MMA News / Field Level Media / April 29

UFC's Atlanta card features Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley

UFC returns to Atlanta with a card that features former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman going up against Joaquin Buckley in the main event at State Farm Arena on June 14.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 29

UFC Atlanta adds Michael Chiesa – Court McGee

The UFC is heading to Atlanta on June 14th and today, the promotion announced the full card. Dana White announced last week that Kamaru Usman – Joaquin Buckley would be headlining the card, but now we know how the rest of the card will shake out.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / April 29

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is unrecognizeable as UFC fighter in A24's "The Smashing Machine"

It appears Dwayne Johnson may soon be entering the Oscars conversation with his upcoming role in the Benny Safdie directed film.

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 29

Dustin Poirier wanted Justin Gaethje trilogy bout for retirement fight

Former interim UFC lightweight champion Dustin Poirier will make the walk to the octagon a final time at UFC 318 on July 19 at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans.