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Khamzat Chimaev`s Training Partner Who Sparred with Dricus du Plessis Offers Bold UFC 319 Title Fight Prediction

The upcoming middleweight championship bout between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev is highly anticipated, widely considered one of the year`s best potential UFC matchups, promising a clash of determination.

Daniel Cormier Identifies UFC Legend He Believes Would Have Posed a Significant Challenge in a Light Heavyweight Bout

According to former two-division UFC champion Daniel Cormier, a past teammate could have presented a formidable challenge to him during his storied career.

Former Champion Expresses Confidence in Ilia Topuria`s Prospects Against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317

A former champion suggests that Charles Oliveira might face a difficult challenge when he meets Ilia Topuria at UFC 317. This follows news of Islam Makhachev vacating the Lightweight title.

Undefeated Bellator Champion, Who Challenged Sean O’Malley, Potentially Heading to UFC Following PFL Release

A highly-rated bantamweight, previously a champion in Bellator and vocal about facing Sean O`Malley, might transition to the UFC after being released by the PFL.

Veteran UFC Fighter with Experience in Four Divisions Questions Islam Makhachev`s Potential Success at Welterweight

According to a UFC fighter known for competing in multiple weight classes, lightweight champion Islam Makhachev might struggle if he moves up to face Jack Della Maddalena in the welterweight division.

Ilia Topuria Comments on Upcoming UFC 317 Bout, Suggesting Islam Makhachev Avoided a Matchup

UFC standout Ilia Topuria has spoken out about his next significant fight, implying that Islam Makhachev intentionally avoided facing him.

Stipe Miocic `Easily` Avenged His Only Decision Loss by Knocking Out Former UFC Champion

Eight years ago, former two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Stipe Miocic swiftly defeated a major rival, overturning his single loss by decision with a knockout victory.

Jon Jones` Longtime Rival Expresses Confusion Over Champion`s Claim He`d Dominate Him Further at Heavyweight

Daniel Cormier reacted with surprise to Jon Jones` assertion that he would defeat Cormier even more decisively in the heavyweight division, nearly eight years after their last encounter.

Joanna Jedrzejczyk Delivered Career-Best Performance, Dominating a Tough Opponent in a Record-Setting Title Fight

Eight years ago, UFC Hall of Famer Joanna Jedrzejczyk delivered what is considered her best performance, setting a title fight record by thoroughly dominating a powerful finisher.

UFC 315 Fighter Responds to Accusations of a `Robbery` Decision from Analysts and Fans

Modestas Bukauskas has addressed the controversy surrounding his victory at UFC 315, disputing claims from commentators like Daniel Cormier and Dominick Cruz, as well as fans, that the decision was unjust.

Daniel Cormier Explains Refusal to Participate in a Russian Reality Show with Jon Jones

Daniel Cormier disclosed the reasons behind his decision to decline an appearance on a Russian reality television program that would have reunited him with his former UFC rival, Jon Jones.

Magomed Ankalaev`s Sole Career Defeat Was a Last-Second Submission to an Upcoming UFC Fighter

The only loss on UFC champion Magomed Ankalaev`s professional record occurred in the final moments of a fight against an opponent who is scheduled to compete this weekend.

Top Welterweight Sean Brady Gives Frank Assessment of Future After UFC 315`s Impact on the Division

Sean Brady, ranked #1 in the welterweight division, shared his candid thoughts on his next steps following UFC 315, an event that significantly influenced the divisional landscape.

Gilbert Burns Defeated a UFC Legend via Strikes in a Bout Hyped as a Clash of Elite Grapplers

Gilbert Burns secured his title shot against Tyron Woodley after defeating a highly-regarded grappler in the welterweight division.

Amanda Nunes Reportedly Broke an Opponent`s Resolve Between Rounds, Leading to Them Saying `I`m Done`

Before her quick victory over Cris Cyborg, Amanda Nunes faced a rival whom she pushed to the brink, causing the opponent to consider quitting mid-fight.

Magomed Ankalaev Issues Ultimatum to Alex Pereira After Disclosing UFC`s Proposed Terms for a Rematch

Magomed Ankalaev has presented Alex Pereira with a limited-time offer for a rematch, revealing the terms proposed by the UFC as the light heavyweight division awaits its next title bout.

Renowned Referee Explains Decision in Jose Aldo`s UFC 315 Loss, Despite Him Scoring Multiple Knockdowns

A veteran referee offered his perspective on the controversial outcome of the Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi fight at UFC 315, explaining why he believes Aldo lost despite knocking his opponent down twice.

Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Andrei Arlovski, Who Recently Departed the Promotion, Scheduled for BKFC Debut

Andrei Arlovski, a former UFC Heavyweight Champion and one of the promotion`s longest-tenured fighters, is reportedly set to compete in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship after leaving the UFC last year.

Former UFC Champion Criticizes Belal Muhammad`s `Ridiculous` Strategy at UFC 315, Suggesting He Was `Trying to Make a Point`

Robert Whittaker commented on Belal Muhammad`s performance at UFC 315, finding his strategy unexpectedly passive and suggesting he might have been attempting to prove something rather than fight optimally.

Former UFC Fighter Puzzled by Belal Muhammad`s Performance Style at UFC 315, Comparing It to Ronda Rousey

A former UFC fighter expressed confusion regarding Belal Muhammad`s approach in his recent title fight, suggesting it was uncharacteristic and ineffective, drawing a comparison to Ronda Rousey`s later career fights.

By Murray Blackwood

Murray Blackwood calls Leeds home, but you'll often find him ringside at fight events across the UK. Specializing in MMA and traditional martial arts coverage, Murray brings a practitioner's eye to his reporting, having trained in judo since childhood.

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