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UFC Heavyweight Champion Reveals Terrifying New Striking Power

Current UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall appears to have developed a brand new level of punching power ahead of his next bout this fall. After more than a year on the sidelines, Tom Aspinall returns to the world-famous Octagon this October at UFC 321, where he will face French icon Ciryl Gane.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 18

UFC Top 5 Heavyweight Out for the Rest of 2025 Due to Injury

A major setback hits the heavyweight division with one contender ruled out for 2025 The UFC heavyweight division has been building toward a marquee moment, and October 25th at UFC 321 feels like that breakthrough.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 12

Tom Aspinall Shuts Down Jon Jones’ UFC White House Fight Hopes With a Decisive Response

It’s safe to say the heavyweight division was in disarray during Jon Jones’ reign as undisputed champion. While Jones held the top spot, Tom Aspinall was left waiting, carrying the interim title for over 550 days without ever getting his long-promised unification bout.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 23

Dana White Breaks News on Alluring Tom Aspinall Title Fight and Alex Pereira Return

UFC CEO Dana White habitually goes ‘Tuesday Talkies’ with bumper announcements (albeit some Power Slap ones) and PPV lineups on his socials. This Tuesday, White announced a much-needed title booking after months of stalled-out action!

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 4

Tom Aspinall Hints at 4 Fights a Year as Undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion: 'Beat All Top Ten'

After years of waiting, Tom Aspinall finally achieved his dream by becoming the new UFC undisputed heavyweight champion. He had long hoped to achieve this feat by defeating Jon Jones, but fate had a different, more anticlimactic plans.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Who Should Aspinall Fight After Jones’ Retirement?

Tom Aspinall has plans to fight twice this year as we look at who he could face after Jon Jones’ retirement. Aspinall saw his hopes of the Jones fight end as the latter announced his retirement from the UFC.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 20

UFC Fight Night – Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan Kuniev: Preview & Betting Tips

One of the fights on the main card of this upcoming UFC Fight Night in Baku, Azerbaijan, features a classic heavyweight clash between a proven contender and a hungry up-and-comer. Curtis Blaydes (18-5) looks to rebound from a devastating first-round knockout loss to Tom Aspinall last July at UFC 304, a bout for the interim heavyweight title.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / June 19

UFC Baku’s Exciting Main Card Saturday Night

UFC Baku fight week rolls on. This Saturday afternoon (North American time), the promotion kicks off its summer schedule with its first-ever trip to the capital city of Azerbaijan with the first UFC Fight Night of the summer season.

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 18

UFC Heavyweights Gang Up on Jon Jones as Curtis Blaydes & Newcomer Join Fans in Blistering Attack

Ahead of his first fight in almost a year, Curtis Blaydes has offered his two cents on the Jon Jones debacle. Blaydes has endured a frustrating time in the UFC since his last fight at UFC 304 the previous July.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 17

Jamahal Hill Vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Preview

Jamahal Hill faces Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC Baku as we preview this upcoming fight. The event marks the first time the UFC will be in Azerbaijan, following the initial relocation from Kansas City after Hill suffered an injury.

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.

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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 / 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 / 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, 2024

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, 2024

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 / FirstSportz / July 30, 2024

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 / FirstSportz / July 29, 2024

'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 / Total Apex Sports / July 24, 2024

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, 2024

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 / 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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