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UFC: Daniel Cormier Says He Was Nearly Jumped by Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Entourage

The actions of Khabib Nurmagomedov's crew in recent months may be part of a larger pattern of behavior that is unquestionably concerning for the UFC. A lot has been made about the actions of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and...
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Tenshin Nasukawa’s Opponent for RIZIN 16 Announced

RIZIN FF revealed the name of Tenshin Nasukawa's opponent for RIZIN 16 on Wednesday, as well as an additional kickboxing match. Tenshin Nasukawa was previously announced as making a quick turnaround for RIZIN 16. Having competed just last month at...
Amanda Lemos and Gillian Robertson, UFC Vegas 112

Amanda Lemos Out, Robertson Bout Scrapped From UFC Vegas 112

UFC strawweight Amanda Lemos has withdrawn from her bout with Gillian Robertson at UFC Vegas 112 due to medical issues just hours before the fighters were scheduled to step into the octagon at the UFC APEX. First reported by David...
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Dricus Du Plessis to Face Andre Muniz at UFC 269

Ex-KSW champ Dricus Du Plessis will return to the octagon at UFC 269 this December. South African standout Du Plessis (16-2), a former welterweight champ in the aforementioned Polish promotion, will be facing Andre Muniz (21-4) at the PPV card....
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Scott Coker Open to Running Velasquez-Carmouche Back After Controversial Finish at Bellator 278

Many observers were unhappy with the stoppage in Velasquez vs. Carmouche at Bellator 278 on Friday, but Bellator President Scott Coker is just happy he's not a referee. "I'm just glad I'm not a judge, I would never want to...
Yancy Medeiros and Damir Hadzovic, UFC Vegas 27

Damir Hadzovic vs. Yancy Medeiros Scratched from UFC Vegas 27

Lightweights Damir Hadzovic and Yancy Medeiros were both in must-win territory at UFC Vegas 27, but that bout will no longer be happening. On Saturday, just hours out from the event, UFC officials announced that Hadzovic (13-6), a.k.a. "The Bosnian...
Bubba McDaniel added to Bellator 185

Bubba McDaniel Replaces King Mo Against Liam McGeary at Bellator 185

Injury has struck the Bellator 185 card later this month. "King" Mo Lawal, who had been scheduled to face former light heavyweight champion Liam McGeary at the event, has been forced off the card due to injury. On Tuesday,...
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Bartosz Fabinski vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov Announced for UFC London

Returning welterweight Bartosz Fabinski will meet newcomer Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC London later this year. Poland's Bartosz Fabinski is headed back to the octagon. On Tuesday, Fabinski himself confirmed that he'd be facing octagon newcomer Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC London...
Jailton Almeida, UFC

Shamil Abdurakhimov vs. Jailton Almeida Set for UFC 280

Jailton Almeida wanted to get his fight with Shamil Abdurakhimov rescheduled, and the UFC has granted him that wish. Brazil's Almeida (17-2) and Abdurakhimov (20-7) will collide at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi next month. News of the booking was...
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UFC Sacramento Bonuses: Team Alpha Male Cashes In

Team Alpha Male's big night at UFC Sacramento had Urijah Faber and co. earning some extra coin. UFC Sacramento saw the triumphant return of Urijah Faber, a blistering knockout by Josh Emmett, and another from Andre 'Touchy' Fili. All three,...

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UFC Seattle: Ricky Simon vs. Adrian Yanez Ends in Controversial Draw

Bantamweights Ricky Simon and Adrian Yanez were a late addition to Saturday's UFC Seattle card, and a welcome one. While both were coming off losses...