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Islam Makhachev will be made to change his game in a major way according to former world title challenger Dan Hardy. During his now-historic run of title wins and defences at lightweight and welterweight, Makhachev has shown utter dominance particularly when able to get control of grappling exchanges.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 17

Hardy On Makhachev's Welterweight Future

Islam Makhachev will need to rethink his strategy if he wants to keep winning at welterweight, according to Dan Hardy. The former UFC contender and current PFL director of European operations told Submission Radio that Makhachev faced a clear size problem at UFC 330, where Ian Machado Garry stayed off the mat longer than most expected.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 31

Hardy Questions Ditcheva's Overwhelming Odds At PFL New York

Dan Hardy believes Dakota Ditcheva's overwhelming favorite status against Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York tonight undersells her opponent's chances. Ditcheva enters as a massive betting favorite over Kielholtz, with most bookmakers giving the Dutch fighter minimal odds of pulling an upset.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 22

Dan Hardy caught in the middle as huge brawl breaks out at the PFL Brussels weigh-in

Dan Hardy was the unlucky man in the middle when chaos erupted ahead of PFL Brussels. The former UFC title challenger stood between fighters as they faced off after weighing in on Friday. Everything was going according to plan until Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit came to blows on stage.

MMA News / HITC / April 4

Dan Hardy points out what Sean Strickland brings that most fighters overlook ahead of UFC 328

Sean Strickland returns to the Octagon at UFC 328 in Newark, stepping into one of the toughest matchups of his career. Chimaev and Strickland were training partners before their rivalry developed.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 3

Dan Hardy highlights Sean Strickland strength that is ‘neglected’ in modern MMA ahead of UFC 328

Sean Strickland faces a huge challenge when he returns to the Octagon at UFC 328 in Newark. Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev have trained together in the past before becoming rivals that will face off for the middleweight title on May 9.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 2

UFC 326 lineup faces criticism from former fighter Dan Hardy: ‘It’s an odd one’

UFC 326 is facing criticism for its lackluster lineup at the start of fight week. Everyone is excited about the BMF title rematch between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira.

MMA News / HITC / December 12

Dan Hardy pours cold water on Dakota Ditcheva UFC speculation

There’s been plenty of discussion lately about how the UFC might be able to bring in a top fighter who isn’t currently on their roster. Over the past year, we’ve seen several fighters from Bellator and PFL make their way into the Octagon, with mixed results.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

PFL’s Dan Hardy says ‘you’d laugh’ at the names he’s heard in regards to a UFC trade for one star

In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about how the UFC could sign a top fighter that isn’t on their roster. We’ve seen several former Bellator and PFL stars make the switch to compete inside the Octagon with mixed results.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 28, 2025

Leon Edwards advised to follow career path of beloved Hall of Famer after UFC London loss

A former UFC title challenger believes that ‘Rocky’ still has a lot to give if he can really the most out of the next few years. Leon Edwards was submitted by Sean Brady this past weekend in a one-sided loss on home soil that has led to questions of what’s next for the Brit.

MMA News / Sporting News / October 16, 2024

Dan Hardy breaks down Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira at PFL: Battle of the Giants

PFL Head of Fighter Operations gives his take on the upcoming PFL Super Fights heavyweight title bout between Francis Ngannou and Renan Ferreira.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / September 2, 2024

Veronica Hardy set to face off against Eduarda Moura at UFC 309 on November 16th

UFC 309 is set to feature an intriguing women’s flyweight bout as Veronica Hardy squares off against Eduarda Moura on November 16th. This matchup adds depth to an already stacked card and promises to deliver an exciting clash of styles.

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