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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
‘Most people lose’ … Tom Aspinall didn’t scare Jon Jones into retirement, says UFC star
Jon Jones is ‘doing everything right’ by not fighting Tom Aspinall. That’s what one former UFC title challenger said after the UFC Heavyweight Champion retired from MMA just weeks ago.
Khamzat Chimaev News / MMA on SI / July 6
Ex-UFC champ offers surprising pick for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev
Under six weeks separate the UFC from its first trip to "The Windy City" since June 2019. For the third time in promotional history, Illinois plays host to a middleweight title fight.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
Jon Jones fires up UFC fans with three-word response to potential Tom Aspinall showdown at The White House
Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones might have a targeted date to reverse his retirement. Jon Jones shocked the MMA world when he announced his abrupt retirement from combat sports last month after months of contract talks with the UFC.
UFC champion Alexander Volkanovski reveals key to beating Ilia Topuria
Alexander Volkanovski has had over a year to reflect on his knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, finally breaking his silence about what he would have done differently if it were to be replayed.
Tom Aspinall News / HITC / July 6
UFC targeting 35-year-old Brazilian seen as new threat to Tom Aspinall
A new contender may be on his way to the UFC heavyweight division, and Tom Aspinall could face one of the sport’s most accomplished grapplers. Aspinall recently became the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion after Jon Jones’ retirement led to his interim title being promoted.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
Renato Moicano gives bold prediction for potential Beneil Dariush vs. Mauricio Ruffy fight after UFC 317
Beneil Dariush’s last UFC opponent says a fight with Mauricio Ruffy would be one-way traffic. The Fighting Nerds’ star Ruffy has been calling out perennial contender Beneil Dariush ever since Ruffy knocked out King Green with a spinning wheel kick at UFC 313 in March.
Ilia Topuria News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
First fighter to survive Ilia Topuria could challenge for UFC title: ‘People are sleeping on him’
One fighter’s loss to UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria is aging well. 17 fighters have tried to solve the puzzle of Ilia Topuria and 17 ultimately failed.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
Derrick Lewis once channeled his inner Jorge Masvidal to stun fans by dropping opponent with move nobody saw coming
UFC Nashville headliner Derrick Lewis has been responsible for many of the most shocking moments seen inside the Octagon. Before MMA’s leading promotion turns its attention back to pay-per-view action for Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight at UFC 318, Lewis is among those set to compete when the UFC arrives back in Tennessee on July 12.
MMA News / FirstSportz / July 6
'Wrestle the Bloke' – Alexander Volkanovski Frustrated with Charles Oliveira Game Plan against Ilia Topuria
Last year at UFC 298, Alexander Volkanovski was brutally finished by Ilia Topuria, ending his legendary featherweight title reign. Since then, the Australian made a triumphant return, reclaiming his belt and proving why he’s still one of the division’s best.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
Khamzat Chimaev tipped to destroy Dricus du Plessis ‘as fast as the Whittaker fight’ by top UFC middleweight
Khamzat Chimaev faces his toughest test to date at UFC 319, but one of his peers expects his complete domination to continue. While Chimaev’s run toward gold on MMA’s biggest stage has been hampered by health and weight issues, he’s finally found a home at middleweight and has the throne in his sights.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
UFC 318 star landed epic head kick to arguably outdo Justin Gaethje’s KO against Dustin Poirier on the same card
One UFC 318 fighter delivered a knockout so devastating that it might have even outdone Justin Gaethje’s BMF title-winning finish. Following this year’s
MMA News / Athlon Sports / July 6
Paddy Pimblett Breaks Down Bold Career Plan Amid Ilia Topuria Saga
UFC fighter and MMA artist Paddy Pimblett has never lacked confidence, and now the Liverpool native is eyeing a future that extends beyond the Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 6
Islam Makhachev makes bold prediction for UFC 318 main event featuring former opponent Dustin Poirier
Islam Makhachev has made his feelings clear ahead of Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight. ‘The Diamond’ will call time on his career after facing Max Holloway at UFC 318 on July 19.
UFC 317: Interesting Post-Fight Facts Fans Should Know
Standing as arguably the best pay-per-view show of the year, so far, UFC 317 brought another entertaining International Fight Week to a rip-roaring conclusion.
Jon Jones News / BoxingNews.com / July 6
Is Jon Jones Coming Back?
Jon Jones has caused quite a stir on social media after re-entering the UFC’s drug testing pool just two weeks after announcing his retirement. Jones retired as a two-weight UFC champion, having won belts at light heavyweight and heavyweight.
Former Interim Featherweight Championship Challenger Gives Plaudit to Topuria
Josh Emmett (19-5 MMA, 10-5 UFC) knows and has seen the power of current UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria (17-0 MMA, 9-0 UFC) firsthand. When Topuria was in the UFC featherweight division, Emmett served as his foe on the other side of the cage two summers ago.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Paddy Pimblett touts massive career change with UFC title win over Ilia Topuria
Paddy Pimblett could see himself leaving the lightweight division after dethroning Ilia Topuria. The #10-ranked UFC Lightweight is still a ways from being the #1 contender, but Pimblett is closer than ever to a UFC title after facing off with new champion Ilia Topuria at UFC 317.
Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Paul Hughes draws inspiration from Tom Aspinall in subtle message to Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL Europe 2
PFL superstar Paul Hughes used a Tom Aspinall-inspired technique to send a message to his former rival. Paul Hughes and Usman Nurmagomedov spoiled fight fans with one of the year’s instant classic matchups at PFL Champions Series 1 in January.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 5
Anthony Pettis celebrated superman punch KO over beloved UFC star by tasting his own blood
Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis was the first man to knock out Stephen Thompson. Anthony Pettis and Stephen Thompson clashed in a prototypical striking specialist main event in March 2019.
Jon Anik News / MMA on SI / July 5
Jon Anik suggests significant change that could help UFC in a big way
Longtime UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik wouldn’t mind seeing the promotion make some adjustments to its schedule. The world’s leading MMA promotion
MMA News / Yardbarker / July 5
'Count me in': Conor McGregor volunteers for White House UFC fight after Trump announcement
McGregor, 36, hasn't fought since losing to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
Leon Edwards News / Dice City Sports / July 5
Leon Edwards Reveals Potential Opponent
Losing streaks are never easy. Especially for elite level fighters. For the first time in his professional MMA career, Leon Edwards finds himself in unfamiliar territory: back-to-back losses.
Robert Whittaker News / Athlon Sports / July 4
Former UFC champion drops a quiet hint about retirement
There comes a time in every fighter’s career when the end feels closer than the beginning.
MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
President Trump says UFC will host fight at White House
Donald Trump is known for being a huge UFC fan, and the U.S. President wants to have a fight card right in his own backyard.
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