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Jean Silva, Diego Lopes refuse to break eye contact for a minute straight as security steps in

Diego Lopes and Jean Silva had one iconic stare-down ahead of Noche UFC. One of the best face-offs of the year took place in San Antonio, Texas, as Brazilian featherweight contenders Jean Silva and Diego Lopes are pitted against each other in the main event of Noche UFC.

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Noche UFC: Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva full fight card picks & predictions

The UFC heads to San Antonio, TX this week for the third edition of Noche UFC, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 14 fights on the card.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 12

UFC Noche 3: How To Watch and Full Fight Card

UFC Noche three goes down this weekend, and the UFC is offering fans a superb night of fights, with featherweight contenders Diego Lopes and Jean Silva duking it out with possible title implications on the line.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 11

Noche UFC’s Exciting Main Card This Weekend in San Antonio

Noche UFC fight week continues. For the third year in a row, the No. 1 MMA promotion in the world commemorates Mexican Independence Day, and this weekend, Frost Bank Center in San Antonio is the setting for this year’s iteration of Noche UFC.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 11

Ranking the Next Four UFC Fight Nights

UFC Fight Nights, much like pay-per-view events from the No. 1 promotion in the world, are hit and miss. While some shows may look attractive on paper on a given Saturday night, when the cage door actually shuts and the fight happens, it could potentially be a long evening devoid of highlights.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 11

‘Psycho’ Jean Silva can only lose Noche UFC main event against Diego Lopes in one way says rising star

A rising undefeated talent believes that there is one path to victory for Diego Lopes against Jean Silva. This week, the combat sports world has had all their eyes on Las Vegas, where Canelo Alvarez faces Terence Crawford in a huge super fight.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 11

Diego Lopes on Noche UFC main event: 'I'm finishing this fight'

A featherweight match between No. 2 ranked contender Diego Lopes (26-7) and No. 10 ranked Jean Silva (16-2) headlines Saturday's Noche UFC 3 fight card in San Antonio, Texas.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 11

Noche UFC 3 staff picks including Jean Silva battling Diego Lopes in the Fight of the Night and more predictions

Noche UFC 3 is almost upon us, and the Bloody Elbow staff have given their prediction of all the big fights on September 13, including the massive Featherweight main event.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 11

185lbs Paulo Costa Warned About Street Fight by Featherweight Fighting Nerd: 'I Don’t Like You'

Jean Silva, representing the Brazilian Fighting Nerds, has quickly become one of the most entertaining, unapologetic, and rising UFC fighters today. The undefeated featherweight holds the #10 ranking in his division and has already set his sights on securing an eventual title shot.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 11

Jean Silva Accused of ‘Jealousy’ After Hating on UFC Noche Rival Diego Lopes

The UFC has produced countless rivalries, some born from championship stakes, others fueled by personal grudges. While many escalate into heated trash talk, a few stay lighthearted.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 10

Noche UFC headliners share tense moment after unexpected run-in during fight week

It looks like Saturday night can’t come soon enough for Noche UFC headliners Diego Lopes and Jean Silva. The two top-ranked featherweight contenders will

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 10

UFC Noche Almost Had the Perfect Main Event After Diego Lopes Reveals Fight Offer

The UFC has seen several fighters rise quickly by capitalizing on significant opportunities, and Diego Lopes has emerged as one of the most talked-about names in the featherweight division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 10

Diego Lopes almost broke his opponent’s arm in gruesome submission to record his first UFC win

Noche UFC star Diego Lopes entered the winners’ circle in the promotion with one of 2023’s most brutal submissions. Mixed martial arts’ leading promotion will celebrate Mexican Independence for the third time this Saturday, as the latest installment of Noche UFC takes place at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 9

Diego Lopes bounced back from short-notice defeat to start impressive win streak that led to title fight

Diego Lopes can take inspiration from his own previous performances as he looks to bounce back from a devastating title defeat. The Brazilian fighter is preparing to main event Noche UFC 3, off the back of a devastating title defeat at the hands of Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 314.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 4

Alessandro Costa Plans Double Duty at Noche UFC 2025

, Alessandro Costa will have more than just his own fight to think about when he steps into the octagon on September 13. The UFC flyweight contender (14-4 MMA, 2-2 UFC) not only faces Alden Coria at Noche UFC in San Antonio, but he also intends to fulfill his role as a cornerman later that same night.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 4

Volkanovski Names McGregor As His Dream Fight – ‘I Don’t Think People Give Him Credit’

UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski has expressed his desire for a blockbuster fight against former two-division champion Conor McGregor. The news comes as Volkanovski prepares for the first title defense of his second reign, a position he reclaimed after his impressive victory over Diego Lopes at UFC 314.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 3

Alexander Volkanovski Welcomes Fourth Daughter on ‘Short Notice’ Ahead of Rumored UFC 323 Title Defense

It is safe to say Alexander Volkanovski is a blessed man. Inside the Octagon, the reigning featherweight champion is arguably the greatest in his division’s history.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 23

Projected UFC Shanghai Fighter Payouts: How Much Will the Headliners Earn?

UFC 319 wrapped up in Chicago with a bang as p4p top contender Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dricus Du Plessis to claim the middleweight title. While UFC 320 isn’t going live until October, fans won’t have to wait long for more action.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / August 21

UFC Shanghai’s Must-See Main Card Saturday Morning

UFC Shanghai fight week rolls on. Before a bye week for the Labor Day holiday next weekend, MMA’s No. 1 promotion in the world heads to China for their final show on the schedule for the eighth month of the year.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 20

UFC Fight Night: Shanghai – Brian Ortega vs. Aljamain Sterling – Preview & Betting Tips

The featherweight co-main event at UFC Fight Night Shanghai delivers two highly ranked fighters as number four ranked Brian Ortega takes on number seven

MMA News / NY Fights / August 18

Alexander Volkanovski Calls Out Lerone Murphy in Wake of UFC 319

The featherweight division finally found stability in April at UFC 314 when Alexander Volkanovski edged out Diego Lopes in a hard-fought decision. With the win, the Aussie legend became a two-time undisputed 145lbs kingpin and the first fighter over the age of 35 to claim a world title in divisions below 155 pounds.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 18

Lopes comments following UFC 314 defeat

On Saturday, Diego Lopes rumbled with Alexander Volkanovski pound-for-pound at UFC 314 for the featherweight title. Ilia Topuria vacated the championship to move up to the lightweight division.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / April 15

After falling short at UFC 314, what’s next for Diego Lopes?

In the main event of UFC 314 this past Saturday night, the vacant featherweight title was on the line. Former champion Alexander Volkanovski (27-4) was looking to regain the featherweight title as he took on top contender Diego Lopes (26-7).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 14

Diego Lopes releases statement following UFC 314 loss

Diego Lopes and former champion Alexander Volkanovski fought for the vacant 145-pound title on Saturday in the UFC 314 main event. Ilia Topuria vacated the championship to move up to the lightweight division.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 10

Diego Lopes Reportedly in Talks to Headline UFC Mexico City vs. Ex-Champ

Top 5 featherweights might end up taking center stage at UFC Mexico City. After five-straight wins, three of which came in 2024, fast-rising contender Diego Lopes isn't due for a title shot just yet, with the Brazilian standout fighting another name before he gets his hands on the undefeated champion Ilia Topuria.