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UFC 205, the November 2016 pay-per-view from the No. 1 MMA promotion in the world was, without a doubt, a most-historic evening of action in New York City.

MMA News / MMA on SI / November 7

UFC Vegas 111: Bonfim vs. Brown full card, odds

For the second consecutive week, the UFC remains status quo with a Fight Night card from the UFC APEX. Amid a betting scandal rocking the MMA world from last week's event, the promotion pushes forward with a 12-fight card before taking a near month-long break from its home state.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / November 7

UFC Vegas 111’s Electric Main Card Saturday Evening at Apex

UFC Vegas 111 fight week continues. As we continue through the month of November, the number of shows left on this year’s schedule are now cut down to a precious few.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 22

Stephen Thompson snubs the two men to have knocked him out when naming hardest hitter he’s encountered

Stephen Thompson has come across some incredibly dangerous competitors during his career. Even as the oldest fighter on the current UFC roster, ‘Wonderboy’ is proving to be a specialist who very few can match when he’s in his element.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / October 11

Pitt Star RB Available vs. No. 25 Florida State

PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers have one of their best players available for their Week 6 matchup vs. No. 25 Florida State Stephen Thompson of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that senior running back Desmond Reids is available for the Panthers against the Seminoles and isn't limited with his snap count.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 30

Stephen Thompson surprisingly names former opponent among legends in list of MMA’s greatest strikers

Stephen Thompson recently used his striking expertise to bring MMA’s best stand-up fighters together. This weekend, one of the best strikers in UFC history returns to the Octagon, as Alex Pereira looks to avenge his loss to Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 29

Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson names rematch as dream fight for targeted UFC White House return

Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson already has a matchup in mind for next year’s event at the White House. In recent months, ever since the announcement of the event, several UFC stars have expressed their interest in fighting at the White House.

Behind Enemy Lines: Five Questions for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Stephen Thompson

The Louisville football program is off to a 3-0 start to the 2025 season, but that will get put to the test this week, as they hit the road and travel to Pitt for their first ACC game of the season.

Tyron Woodley Sounds Off on Jack Della Maddalena and Makhachev While Backing His Era of Welterweights

Georges St-Pierre once remarked that every generation of fighters will inevitably be surpassed by the next, not necessarily because of their talent, but because advancements in training, facilities, and methodologies give the new crop a sharper edge.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 28

Stephen Thompson responds to UFC Abu Dhabi star’s ‘old guys’ callout after KO that shocked Islam Makhachev

UFC Abu Dhabi winner Muslim Salikhov got a response from Stephen Thompson after his post-knockout callout. UFC welterweight Muslim Salikhov proved that 41 may be the new 31 with a vicious knockout of Carlos Leal last Saturday at UFC Abu Dhabi.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22

Stephen Thompson shares positive update and return timeline after gruesome shin injury suffered at UFC Nashville

Former UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson shared a positive update after his shin was cut wide open at UFC Nashville. Stephen Thompson suffered more than a defeat at UFC Nashville earlier this month.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16

Stephen Thompson on controversial UFC Nashville decision: 'I didn't lose that fight'

When the scorecards were being read after his UFC Nashville co-main event bout against Gabriel Bonfim, Stephen Thompson thought he had done enough to win.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 16

Famed Welterweight Appears Better Than Ever, According to Teammate

Long-time 170-lb contender Stephen Thompson believes former world champion Rory MacDonald is better than ever since hanging up his gloves three years ago after sharing a camp with him.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 15

Stephen Thompson pivots away from ‘NMF’ moniker as he calls for judging ‘education’ after UFC Nashville loss

Former UFC title challenger Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson wants to see significant reform in MMA judging after UFC Nashville. UFC star Stephen Thompson lost his fifth fight over his last six appearances at UFC Nashville on Saturday against Gabriel Bonfim, but didn’t walk away as the rightful loser in his own mind.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 15

Stephen Thompson Future With UFC Unknown

Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson’s night in Nashville was a rough one both physically and professionally. After dropping a split decision to rising contender

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 14

Stephen Thompson’s former coach believes his age influenced the judges in controversial UFC Nashville loss

Legendary coach Ray Longo came to the defense of his former pupil Stephen Thompson after UFC Nashville. Former UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson lost to Gabriel Bonfim at UFC Nashville, but not in the court of public opinion.

MMA News / HITC / July 13

Stephen Thompson speaks out after controversial UFC Nashville defeat and nasty shin injury

Stephen Thompson has spoken out following his contentious loss at UFC Nashville. ‘Wonderboy’ took on Gabriel Bonfim, a rising star in the welterweight division, in the co-main event of Saturday night’s card.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 13

Dana White comments on Stephen Thompson’s future after third UFC loss in a row at UFC Nashville

Former UFC title challenger Stephen Thompson could be at the end of his career in the sport, but Dana White is hoping he continues. UFC fan favorite Stephen Thompson returned to the Octagon at UFC Nashville this past Saturday, taking on Gabriel Bonfim on the undercard.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 12

Rising contender wins controversial decision over fan favorite at UFC Nashville

Former title challenger Stephen Thompson entered the cage looking to snap a two-fight skid when he met Gabriel Bonfim in the UFC Nashville co-main event.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 9

Welterweight Mainstay Aims To Defeat Surging Phenom

Former two-time welterweight title challenger Stephen Thompson looks to end a two-fight losing skid against a hot divisional prospect in Gabriel Bonfim this Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 8

‘Dead immediately’… Stephen Thompson hilariously reacted to devastating first KO loss of his career

Stephen Thompson is one of the greatest strikers that we’ve ever seen inside the Octagon. During his incredible UFC career, Thompson has recorded some remarkable knockouts and wins as a result of the specialist skillset that he brings to the table.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 30

Stephen Thompson draws surprise name for UFC return

Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson is reportedly booked to return at UFC Nashville on July 12, against an opponent nobody saw coming. Thompson is riding out the twilight years of his career.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 30

UFC Nashville adds Stephen Thompson – Gabriel Bonfim

The UFC is heading to Nashville on July 12th and today the promotion announced a big time welterweight contest that’ll go down on the card. Former title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson (17-8-1) will look to defend his spot in the rankings as he takes on Brazilian Gabriel Bonfim (17-1).

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / September 25, 2024

Stephen Thompson’s Disappointment Over UFC 307 Prelims Placement

Stephen Thompson was looking forward to a five-round battle against Joaquin Buckley at UFC 307 and was sure that experience would make a difference in this aspect.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 13, 2023

Stephen Thompson Net Worth 2023: How rich is the UFC welterweight legend?

Today, we look at Stephen Thompson‘s net worth, salary, personal life, and more. Born on 11 February 1983, Stephen “The Wonderboy” Thompson started training when he was three years old.