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A Grappling Bout Between Jon Jones and AEW Star Jake Hager? Not So Fast

The MMA world has been laser-focused on Jon Jones' next move for the better part of two years now. The former UFC light heavyweight champ vacated his title in August of 2020, having last defended it at the start of...
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UFC Vegas 43: Ketlen Vieira “Right Where I Want to Be” Following Tate Win

Las Vegas, NV — Women's bantamweight Ketlen Vieira walked away from UFC Vegas 43 with the biggest win of her career on Saturday. Vieira (12-2) went the distance with former champ Miesha Tate, picking up a unanimous decision victory in...
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UFC Vegas 43: Rafa Garcia Reveals Cub Swanson’s Advice on Breaking Opponents

Las Vegas, NV — In his third trip to the octagon, former Combate Americas lightweight champ Rafa Garcia knew he had a lot on the line. "I felt like I was fighting for my job, you know? This win was...
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UFC Vegas 43: Shayilan Nuerdanbieke Explains “Wolverine” Nickname

Las Vegas, NV — China's Shayilan Nuerdanbieke picked up his first win inside the octagon at UFC Vegas 43, going the distance against Sean Soriano. It's the going the distance part that took "Wolverine" by surprise. "I tried to finish...
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UFC Vegas 43: For Loopy Godinez, Breaking Records Just the “Cherry on Top”

Las Vegas, NV — Loopy Godinez admits she had a bit of a hard time in the opening round of her UFC Vegas 43 fight against Loma Lookboonmee. "Second round, third round I felt like I saw more openings, I...
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UFC Vegas 43: Cody Durden Brushes Off Controversial Post-Fight Comments

Las Vegas, NV — Cody Durden overcame plenty of obstacles ahead of his return to action at UFC Vegas 43. A torn ACL, a battle with COVID-19. Despite the setbacks, there was not thought of pulling out of his fight...
Davey Grant and Adrian Yanez, UFC Vegas 43

UFC Vegas 43 Sees Just Three Fighters Awarded Bonuses — And Adrian Yanez Is...

In what can only be called a rare occurrence, only three post-fight bonuses were awarded at UFC Vegas 43. Not surprisingly, rising bantamweight talent Adrian Yanez claimed one of them. The Fight Night card, which took place at the UFC...
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Sarah Kaufman Finishes Jessy Miele Within a Round in Return at BTC 13

St. Catharines, ON — Sarah Kaufman returned to the cage at Saturday's BTC 13, a full two years removed from her last fight. The former Invicta FC and Strikeforce bantamweight champion had last competed under the PFL banner, only to...
Miesha Tate and Ketlen Vieira, UFC Vegas 43

UFC Vegas 43: Ketlen Vieira Halts Miesha Tate Comeback Train

The main event at UFC Vegas 43 offered a massive opportunity for the winner, whether it be ex-bantamweight champ Miesha Tate, or Brazilian Ketlen Vieira. For Tate, Saturday's fight in Las Vegas marked her second bout back from retirement. Despite...
Sean Brady and Michael Chiesa, UFC Vegas 43

UFC Vegas 43: Sean Brady’s Undefeated Streak Continues with Win Over Michael Chiesa

Was Michael Chiesa's setback against Vincente Luque just a blip, a momentary lack of focus from a fighter who had otherwise excelled since moving to 170lbs? Or would Sean Brady continue to find success and remain unbeaten through a...