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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Sean O’Malley rival doubts ‘Suga’ gets UFC ‘layup’ after second-straight loss at UFC 316
Sean O’Malley has a tough road ahead of him after losing to Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316. Last weekend, the former UFC Bantamweight Champion suffered back-to-back losses for the first time in his fighting career.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Heavyweight Drama: Jones vs. Ngannou 'Biggest Fight in UFC History'
While heavyweight MMA legend Francis Ngannou left the UFC on bad terms, there have been rumblings of his potential return to the organization. Recently, his coach Eric Nicksick even hinted that he might be interested in coming back to fight for Dana White, given the UFC heavyweight division’s stagnancy towards the top of the rankings.
Joe Rogan News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Joe Rogan branded UFC Atlanta star the ‘fastest man’ in MMA after devastating one-punch knockout
Joe Rogan made a big claim in the aftermath of a brutal last second-knockout delivered by a star of Saturday’s UFC Atlanta card. After staging the UFC 316 pay-per-view at the Prudential Center in Newark on June 7, MMA’s leading promotion will stay on the road for an event in ‘A-Town’.
Manel Kape News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Manel Kape shares gruesome footage of the moment he broke his foot that forced 11th UFC fight cancellation
UFC flyweight contender Manel Kape’s path to a title shot took a big hit ahead of his scheduled return at UFC 317. Manel Kape and former UFC title challenger Brandon Royval were set to square off in a No.
Mario Bautista News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
‘Messed up’ … Mario Bautista reacts to post-fight interview snub and boos at UFC 316
It looks like the UFC world hasn’t forgiven Mario Bautista for beating Jose Aldo. The top UFC bantamweight contender is the owner of the second-longest active winning streak in the division (8), only behind reigning champion Merab Dvalishvili (13).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
UFC Atlanta loses bout between fan favorites just days before Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley event
A massive undercard bout at UFC Atlanta was scratched just days before Saturday’s event. UFC Atlanta is headlined by a pivotal welterweight matchup between top contenders Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley, taking place this Saturday at State Farm Arena.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
UFC Atlanta star granted father’s dying wish with a nasty submission to win The Ultimate Fighter
Michael Chiesa suffered an unimaginable tragedy right in the middle of the biggest experience of his career. UFC welterweight Michael Chiesa will face fellow veteran Court McGee this Saturday at UFC Atlanta.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Diego Lopes reveals three fights UFC offered him after Alexander Volkanovski title loss
Diego Lopes claims he’s never turned down a fight from the UFC and he doesn’t plan on starting now. The #2 UFC featherweight contender is fresh off his first title fight at UFC 314 in April.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / June 9
Joshua Van steps in for Manel Kape at UFC 317 against Brandon Royval
This past weekend at UFC 316, Joshua Van (14-2) got to showcase his skills in the featured prelim against Bruno Silva (14-7-2). Van put on a helluva performance and stopped Silva in the third round which was his fourth straight win.
Sean O'Malley News / The SportsRush / June 9
Did Sean O’Malley Really Quit Social Media? The Strategy Fans Didn’t See Coming for the Merab Dvalishvili Fight
It came as quite a shock to UFC fans when bantamweight contender Sean O’Malley quit social media last month. The decision signaled a major reset for the American fighter, as he prepares for his title rematch with Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 316.
Regian Eersel to Defend Muay Thai Crown Against George Jarvis at ONE Fight Night 34
ONE Championship has announced the main event for ONE Fight Night 34, set to take place on August 1 in U.S. primetime at Bangkok’s iconic Lumpinee Stadium.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 9
Justin Gaethje to Retire if There’s no Title Shot
According to Justin Gaethje’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, the third-ranked UFC fighter will announce his retirement if he is not given a shot at a title. Gaethje looks to face off against the winner of UFC 317.
Kayla Harrison News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Kayla Harrison lifted up by UFC champ in hero’s welcome back to American Top Team after dominant UFC 316 title win
Newly-crowned UFC women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison received an emotional welcome back to the gym after UFC 316. Kayla Harrison‘s quick ascent to the UFC women’s bantamweight title ended in a dominant win in the UFC 316 co-main event last Saturday in Newark.
Merab Dvalishvili News / Bloody Elbow / June 9
Merab Dvalishvili’s next opponent called out UFC champ when he was ‘hungry’ contender on 9-fight win streak
Merab Dvalishvili has had a target on his back since before he was UFC champ. Three title fights into his career, the UFC Bantamweight Champion is being considered as the greatest bantamweight of all time.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 9
‘The Biggest Fight’ is Happening
According to UFC president Dana White, what is being billed as the biggest fight in UFC history has gotten the green light. Dana White has confirmed that Jon Jones has finally agreed to fight Tom Aspinall.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 9
'I’ll Hang Up the Gloves' – UFC Star Warns Dana White After Title Snub
UFC 317 is shaping up to be a mega event, with high stakes and elite names headlining the card. Ilia Topuria is making an aggressive leap—challenging immediately for the lightweight title—and he’ll have to go through the ultra-resilient Charles Oliveira to claim it.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 9
On This Day in 2018: Robert Whittaker And Yoel Romero Went to War in One of the Best UFC Middleweight Fights Ever
On this day in 2018 at UFC 225 in Chicago, Robert Whittaker and Yoel Romero went to war in what many fans and pundits still hail as one of the greatest
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 9
Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison is daring to make women’s MMA great again
The landscape of women’s MMA has been shaped by seismic showdowns, Rousey vs. Holm, Cyborg vs. Nunes, Weili vs. Joanna, but none have carried the magnitude, anticipation, or legacy implications of Amanda Nunes vs.
UFC reveals main card for hyped Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira PPV
The UFC 317 main card is official, featuring two title fights at the top of the bill. Alongside the highly anticipated vacant lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira is flyweight king Alexandre Pantoja, defending his belt against Kai Kara-France.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 9
UFC Fight Night – Kamaru Usman vs Joaquin Buckley: Preview & Betting Tips
In what promises to be a fiery clash at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta, former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman returns to the Octagon to face the surging Joaquin Buckley at 170-pounds.
Merab Dvalishvili hits historic mark reached by Jon Jones and Khabib
Merab Dvalishvili made his UFC bantamweight reign undeniable with a mauling finish over Sean O'Malley at UFC 316. 'The Machine' submitted O'Malley in the third round with an exceptionally rare north-south choke, putting a stamp on their rivalry once and for all.
Ilia Topuria News / BoxingNews.com / June 9
Topuria’s Possible Lightweight Hit List
Ilia Topuria isn’t fazed about who he faces next if he wins the lightweight title at UFC 317. Topuria is set to face Charles Oliveira for the vacant UFC Lightweight Title.
Ben Askren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 9
Ben Askren in hospital with severe pneumonia, staph infection
Prominent MMA and wrestling figure Ben Askren is in the hospital with severe pneumonia, his wife disclosed via social media on Saturday. Amy Askren shared a post on her Facebook page that provided an update about her husband.
Ben Askren News / The Spun / June 8
Prayers Pouring In For Former MMA Star Ben Askren
Former MMA champion Ben Askren is facing some serious health complications, according to his wife. Taking to Facebook on Saturday, Ben's wife Amy announced that the 40-year-old ex-fighter has been hospitalized with "severe pneumonia" and his body hasn't been responding to the treatment.
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