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Marlon Moraes expressed emotions during retirement after PFL 4 defeat, stating that he gave his best efforts

Marlon Moraes’ decision to retire at PFL 4 was a true reflection of his fighting style. During a press conference in Atlanta, Moraes stated that he had given his all and had no regrets. Unfortunately, he was defeated in the first round by Gabriel Vargas, which marked his seventh successive loss. The former WSOF champion had initially retired in March 2022 after being knocked out … Continue reading Marlon Moraes expressed emotions during retirement after PFL 4 defeat, stating that he gave his best efforts

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Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is almost here, and all eyes are on bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes as she prepares for the first defense of her second reign. “The Lioness” secured the title from Julianna Peña in July and will now face Irene Aldana in the octagon this coming Saturday. Both fighters achieved the 135-pound championship weight at the official weigh-ins on Friday, with … Continue reading Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana make weight for UFC 289 championship bout

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Kai Stewart, 22, stands out in BKFC as he opted for bare-knuckle fighting, unlike most fighters for whom it’s a last resort

The sport of bare-knuckle fighting is one with ancient roots, but it was only since 2018, when the BKFC launched, that it has become relevant in its current form. BKFC has slowly been building up its promotion by welcoming veterans with various skillsets from different combat sports such as MMA, kickboxing, and Muay Thai. One such fighter is Kai Stewart, a young featherweight who fell … Continue reading Kai Stewart, 22, stands out in BKFC as he opted for bare-knuckle fighting, unlike most fighters for whom it’s a last resort

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The UFC 292 event in August plans to feature the Karine Silva vs. Maryna Moroz match

Karine Silva, who recently pulled off a spectacular submission, is preparing for her next match, and word on the street is that she will face off against Maryna Moroz at UFC 292 in Boston on August 19th. Moroz and Silva already have a history, having met several years ago, with Moroz getting the better of Silva in the first round. Silva, who has an impressive … Continue reading The UFC 292 event in August plans to feature the Karine Silva vs. Maryna Moroz match

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UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

Mexicans in the MMA scene have had a successful 2023, with the possibility of Mexico becoming home to four UFC titles after UFC 289. The year began with Brandon Moreno reclaiming gold in the men’s flyweight division after defeating Deiveson Figueiredo. This was followed by Yair Rodriguez winning the interim featherweight strap with an impressive second-round triangle choke against Josh Emmett. A month later, Alexa … Continue reading UFC champion, Henry Cejudo, predicts an upset at UFC 289 with Irene Aldana potentially knocking out Amanda Nunes

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Jesus Pinedo shocked Brendan Loughnane in PFL 4 with a knockout victory in the first round

Brendan Loughnane has lost his PFL featherweight title after being knocked out by Jesus Pinedo in a 94-second upset, eliminating Loughnane from the 2023 playoffs. The fighters both opened aggressively, with Pinedo leading the way and landing strong right hands while Loughnane struggled to find his feet. In the clinch, Pinedo landed a knee to Loughnane that set the reigning champion on the canvas. Pinedo … Continue reading Jesus Pinedo shocked Brendan Loughnane in PFL 4 with a knockout victory in the first round

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Deontay Wilder acknowledges the likelihood of a promising matchup against heavyweight MMA fighter Francis Ngannou

Deontay Wilder says he is not ruling out a potential fight with Francis Ngannou in the boxing ring. The former WBC heavyweight champion was backstage at the PFL 4 event, where Ngannou was in attendance, prompting speculation that the promotion is trying to arrange a fight. Wilder, who is set to fight Anthony Joshua towards the end of this year, appears open to the idea … Continue reading Deontay Wilder acknowledges the likelihood of a promising matchup against heavyweight MMA fighter Francis Ngannou

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Marlon Moraes has called it quits in MMA after losing at PFL 4

Marlon Moraes, a seasoned bantamweight who formerly held the World Series of Fighting championship before he was a one-time UFC title contender, has announced his retirement after losing his seventh successive bout, this time to Gabriel Braga at PFL 4 in Atlanta. Unlike his last retirement announcement, Moraes seems to be genuinely ready to step away from the fight game. In his previous fights, Moraes … Continue reading Marlon Moraes has called it quits in MMA after losing at PFL 4

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Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

In the lead-up to UFC 289, both Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush stated that a win in their co-main event matchup would earn them a future showdown with current lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev. However, UFC president Dana White was more hesitant to confirm anything, admitting that while either fighter would be in the running for the opportunity, he wasn’t ready to make any declarations just … Continue reading Dana White indecisive about title shot for either Beneil Dariush or Charles Oliveira

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Irene Aldana has been training for Amanda Nunes before UFC 289

Irene Aldana, a prominent bantamweight fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), recently opened up about her upcoming headline match against Amanda Nunes at UFC 289. Aldana delved into the details of how she has been preparing for the high-stakes challenge, and also shared her reaction to the recent victories of her Mexican peers Brandon Moreno, Yair Rodriguez, and Alex Grasso. As a seasoned athlete … Continue reading Irene Aldana has been training for Amanda Nunes before UFC 289

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Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

The highly anticipated UFC 289 event is set to take place this weekend, with the women’s bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes defending her title against Irene Aldana. However, we’re here to focus on the co-main event, which promises to be one of the best fights of the summer. Former lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will be looking to bounce back after his loss to Islam Makhachev, as … Continue reading Achieving a title shot may just be in the cards for Beneil Dariush if he conquers Charles Oliveira at UFC 289

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Daniel Cormier denies Jim Miller a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame, stating that longevity alone is not enough to warrant induction

Former two-division champ and UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier has expressed his belief that Jim Miller is not currently deserving of a spot in the Hall of Fame, despite his impressive resume and recent victory. While Miller has set a number of UFC records, including most lightweight division wins and finishes, Cormier argued that time served alone should not guarantee inclusion in the prestigious … Continue reading Daniel Cormier denies Jim Miller a spot in the UFC Hall of Fame, stating that longevity alone is not enough to warrant induction

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