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Vitor Petrino hasn’t met a challenging obstacle yet. The Brazilian superstar walks into UFC 301 undefeated, with a chance to go 12-0 after his fight against Anthony Smith (37-19).

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MMA News: Dillon Danis Defaced by Paige VanZant for Suggesting Ex-UFC Star Had ‘Alleged Affair'

(Photo: © Jane Havsy/Daily Record) Paige VanZant is the latest fighter to go off on Dillon Danis. After taking a three-year hiatus from combat sports that saw her fight in the UFC and BKFC, the social media sensation is back, this time in the ring.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 1 hour ago

Featherweights Arnold Allen, Giga Chikadze to Collide at UFC 304 in Manchester

Two top Ultimate Fighting Championship featherweights will try to move up the ladder this July. In March, Super Lutas first reported that Arnold Allen (19-3) and Giga Chikadze (15-3) were slated to square off in England, with the date not specified.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 2 hours ago

UFC 301: Alexander Volkanovski Pays ‘Full Respect’ to Jose Aldo, Dubs Former Foe Featherweight GOAT

Jose Aldo's featherweight run will not be forgotten anytime soon. Since its inception in 2011, only five fighters can say they have been the UFC Featherweight Champion: Jose Aldo, Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Alexander Volkanovski and most recently Ilia Topuria.

Smilla Sundell News / Sherdog.com / 57 minutes ago

Smilla Sundell Eyes Future Three-Sport Glory Following ONE Fight Night 22

ONE Championship muay thai women’s 125-pound champion Smilla Sundell recently shared three-sport glory plans ahead of her second title defense. The youngest champion in the history of the promotion, Sundell has already achieved more at 19 years of age than many fighters do in their entire career.

Alex Pereira News / Sherdog.com / 36 minutes ago

Alex Pereira’s Manager: ‘Ankalaev Would Get Knocked Out’ Facing Pereira

Many believe that if Alex Pereira moved up in weight again, he would be successful, but no one is more confident in his skills than his manager. Ahead of UFC 301, manager Jorge “Joinha” Guimaraes spoke to Sherdog about the future of his fighter, Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion Pereira.

Charles Oliveira News / Sherdog.com / 4 minutes ago

Charles Oliveira Willing to Serve as McGregor-Chandler Backup; Plans Summer Return

Charles Oliveira wants to make it clear that he would only move to welterweight for one specific fight. Former Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight king Oliveira spoke to Sherdog ahead of UFC 301.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / 5 minutes ago

Previewing Alexandre Pantoja vs. Steve Erceg

Alexandre Pantoja (27-5) will be warmly welcomed at UFC 301. He’s returning to his home crowd in Brazil with the UFC Flyweight Championship in hand. The hometown fighter is also starring in the main event, with a chance to walk away victorious.

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 / 5 hours ago

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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Vitor Petrino News / Sherdog.com / 6 hours ago

By The Numbers: Anthony Smith vs. Vitor Petrino

To shore up the allure of the upcoming UFC 301 spectacle, the pay-per-view showcase will feature a light heavyweight clash between former title challenger Anthony Smith and burgeoning contender Vitor Petrino.

Ronda Rousey News / Ringside Intel / 15 minutes ago

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.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 4 hours ago

Petsukumvit Boi Bangna Needs to Pick Up Momentum at ONE Friday Night Fights 61

Petsukumvit Boi Bangna is always a fighter that ONE Championship can count on to deliver exciting performances. But when he competes in ONE Friday Night Fights 61, Petsukumvit may be fighting for his career in the promotion.

Islam Makhachev News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024

Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million. Islam Makhachev is on a path to becoming one of the all-time UFC greats. Currently one of the biggest superstars in the UFC, Makhachev is the Lightweight Champion of the world, but he is still on the rise.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Alex Perez-Tagir Ulanbekov back on for June 15

The previously scheduled fight between Alex Perez and Tagir Ulanbekov has been rebooked for UFC Fight Night on June 15, according to multiple reports. The flyweight fight was added back to the upcoming card at UFC Apex in Las Vegas just three days after Perez knocked out Matheus Nicolau on short notice on Saturday.

Francis Ngannou News / Larry Brown Sports / 5 hours ago