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The UFC is set to make its debut in Azerbaijan as two top Light Heavyweights will clash in the main event of their card in Baku. The main event pits two top Light Heavyweights in Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr, against one another on top of an impressive fight card.

MMA News / The SportsRush / May 30

Alex Pereira Feels the Heat as Dana White Ducks Major UFC Fight Reveal—Fans Go Wild

It was supposed to be an innocuous social media collaboration between the UFC and one of Europe’s biggest football teams. But much to Dana White’s dismay, the comments section has turned into a fan frenzy, as they refuse to let an ongoing saga continue without a solution.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 24

UFC CEO Facing Pressure With Internet Petition Over Champion’s Status

Dana White, UFC CEO, has had a successful run at the top of MMA’s No. 1 promotion in the world. Some days, however, have not been without their challenges.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 4

Dana White alerted about heavyweight problem as Curtis Blaydes highlights huge talent decline

The UFC heavyweight division has historically been one of the most entertaining, featuring legends and unforgettable knockouts artists that captivated fans.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / March 25

UFC Releases Knockout Specialist Ahead of May 17 Event

As UFC Fight Night approaches on May 17, 2025, at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, the event has seen its fair share of lineup changes. While the main event remains a heavyweight showdown between Curtis Blaydes and Rizvan Kuniev, one fighter originally set to compete will no longer be on the card.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / March 9

UFC 313 Results: Action-Packed Night in Las Vegas

UFC 313 is here! Tonight, T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is the site for the third pay-per-view extravaganza of 2025. Despite a successful window at yesterday’s official weigh-ins, 10 out of the scheduled 12 fights from the MMA leader are good to go this Saturday evening.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 7

UFC 313 Preview and Prediction: Curtis Blaydes – Rizvan Kuniev

The featured prelim of UFC 313 which feature one of the best heavyweights in the promotion welcoming a promotional newcomer. Former interim title challenger Curtis “Razor” Blaydes (18-5) will take on Rizvan Kuniev (13-2-1, 1 NC).

MMA News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Former UFC Title Challenger Comments on Opponent's Failed Drug Test

Most UFC fighters would care deeply about an opponent's failed drug test for obvious reasons. An opponent using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) may have gained an unfair advantage, compromising the fairness and integrity of the fight.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / February 19

UFC Seattle’s Awesome Undercard Fights Saturday Night

The shortest month of the year comes to an end in MMA’s top promotion this coming weekend, but not before UFC Seattle. Saturday night’s edition of UFC Fight Night is the organization’s first excursion to the Pacific Northwest in 12 years.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 23

UFC Confirms 4 Contender Fights for Seattle Event, Including 30-Fight Veteran

The UFC has officially confirmed four more fights for UFC Seattle on February 22, 2025. In a post on December 23, the promotion confirmed fights featuring veterans Edson Barboza and Curtis Blaydes and a high-stakes matchup between Jean Silva and Melsik Bagdhasaryan.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 19

Blaydes Backs Aspinall To KO Jones

Curtis Blaydes has backed Tom Aspinall to stop UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones. Blaydes is aware of Aspinall having faced him twice. He gave Aspinall his first loss, beating him in a first-round stoppage in their 2022 clash.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / December 17

UFC Seattle adds Curtis Blaydes – Rizvan Kuniev

The UFC is heading to Seattle, Washington on February 22nd and over the weekend, we learned of a big time heavyweight matchup that will be on the card.

MMA News / Field Level Media / December 14

Curtis Blaydes to face UFC rookie Rizvan Kuniev in Seattle

Curtis Blaydes, aiming to bounce back from a loss in a bout the UFC's interim heavyweight championship, will return to action against a UFC rookie. Rizvan Kuniev, who competed in Dana White's Contender Series, will oppose Blaydes on Feb.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 13

Former Title Challenger Curtis Blaydes Books Return vs. UFC Debutant in Seattle

Curtis Blaydes will welcome Rizvan Kuniev to the UFC. A fighter from Dagestan signed off Dana White's Contender Series, Kuniev (13-2-1) has booked his UFC debut against none other than perennial heavyweight contender Blaydes.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 30

After falling short at UFC 304, what’s next for Curtis Blaydes?

This past Saturday night in the co-main event of UFC 304, the interim heavyweight title was on the line. The interim champion Tom Aspinall (15-3) was defending his title against the only man to hold a victory over him inside the octagon in Curtis “Razor” Blaydes (18-5, 1 NC).

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MMA News / FirstSportz / July 30

Tom Aspinall baffled by critics claiming early stoppage for Curtis Blaydes TKO at UFC 304

Tom Aspinall recently won against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. However, his win has been marred with early stoppage allegations. At the post-fight press conference, the interim heavyweight champion addressed these allegations.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 29

'I Got Greedy,' Curtis Blaydes Reacts to Devastating UFC 304 Loss

To say Curtis Blaydes' co-main appearance at UFC 304 was high stakes is an understatement. Boxing News: Manny Pacquiao Goes to War in RIZIN Super Fight After a decade of rising to the occasion and losing his biggest fights in the UFC, Blaydes finally got a title shot, even if it was for the interim title against Tom Aspinall.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 29

'Guns are illegal, aren’t they?' Clueless American Curtis Blaydes was confused after ‘headshot dead’ chants in England

The UK fans yet again proved why Dana White and UFC liked to hold events there. The wild fans put out incredible energy at UFC 304 throughout the fight card despite 9/14 fights ending via decision.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / July 25

Curtis Blaydes’ net worth in 2024

Curtis Blaydes’ net worth in 2024 is around $2 million. The UFC heavyweight has the biggest fight of his life ahead of him. He is set to take on Tom Aspinall for the interim heavyweight title at UFC 304 in the co-main event.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / July 24

UFC 304: Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes Fight Preview

For the first time in 11 years, an interim title will be defended in the UFC when Tom Aspinall puts his temporary belt on the line at UFC 304 against Curtis Blaydes.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 15

UFC 304: Curtis Blaydes Claims Co-Main Event 'Doesn't Really Feel' Like Title Fight

Curtis Blaydes has given his two cents on all the hoopla surrounding the UFC Heavyweight division. UFC 304: Jon Jones Dismisses Injury in ‘Film Study’ of Aspinall vs.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 12, 2024

After UFC 299, is an interim title shot next for Curtis Blaydes?

This past Saturday night in the featured prelim of UFC 299, we saw a pivotal matchup in the heavyweight division. Curtis “Razor” Blaydes (18-4) returned to the octagon as he looked to be the first man inside the octagon to defeat top prospect Jailton Almeida (20-3).

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 10, 2024

UFC 299: Curtis Blaydes Wins, Calls Out Interim Champ Tom Aspinall

Back in 2022, Curtis Blaydes scored a victory over Tom Aspinall. Fast-forward two years later and Aspinall holds the interim UFC heavyweight championship.

MMA News / Yardbarker / April 18, 2023

Curtis Blaydes wants shot against UFC champion Jon Jones

UFC heavyweight contender Curtis Blaydes isn’t shying away from a potential fight with champion Jon Jones and believes he has the characteristics that make him the toughest matchup for the champ.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / November 22, 2022

Date set for Jon Jones' heavyweight debut, opponent unclear

UFC reportedly sets date for Jon Jones' heavyweight debut, but opponent remains unclear

The UFC has struggled in finding Jones an opponent for his heavyweight debut, but it appears we're inching closer to finally seeing him back in the Octagon.

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