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Paulo Costa requests to fight Jan Blachowicz at UFC 288, and Blachowicz offers a response

Brazilian mixed martial artist, Paulo Costa, announced his intentions of taking on Jan Blachowicz in a highly anticipated fight at UFC 288, after Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush’s co-main event was cancelled. UFC President, Dana White, revealed that a new co-main event was being worked on for the upcoming May 6 card in Newark, N.J. Costa requested a 205-pound card against Blachowicz in a tweet … Continue reading Paulo Costa requests to fight Jan Blachowicz at UFC 288, and Blachowicz offers a response

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The coach expressed that Khabib Nurmagomedov had worries regarding Islam Makhachev’s upcoming match against Alexander Volkanovski.

As per the veteran coach of the former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev had a challenging time dealing with Alexander Volkanovski. Nurmagomedov had proclaimed Makhachev as his successor in the lightweight category after his retirement in 2020. Makhachev managed to win the 155-pound title last year by triumphing over Charles Oliveira at UFC 280. Post the victory, with Nurmagomedov’s help, he called out … Continue reading The coach expressed that Khabib Nurmagomedov had worries regarding Islam Makhachev’s upcoming match against Alexander Volkanovski.

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With Charles Oliveira out of UFC 288, could it be time for Beneil Dariush to face Dustin Poirier instead?

Due to Charles Oliveira’s unfortunate injury, the anticipated matchup between him and Beneil Dariush at UFC 288 is in question. The topic on everyone’s mind is whether the UFC should take a gamble and delay the fight to UFC 289 on June 10 or change course and arrange a battle between Dariush and Dustin Poirier instead. MMA journalist Mike Heck discusses why it would be … Continue reading With Charles Oliveira out of UFC 288, could it be time for Beneil Dariush to face Dustin Poirier instead?

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UFC fighter Charles Oliveira clarifies his withdrawal from the UFC 288 fight against Beneil Dariush

Charles Oliveira, an accomplished mixed martial artist, was set to face Beneil Dariush in a matchup that could potentially determine the number one contender at UFC 288. Unfortunately, an undisclosed injury has rendered him unable to participate in the fight, removing him from the May 6 card. In response, Dariush stated that the fight might still happen on June 10 at UFC 289 in Canada. … Continue reading UFC fighter Charles Oliveira clarifies his withdrawal from the UFC 288 fight against Beneil Dariush

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Top-ranked lightweights Beneil Dariush and Charles Oliveira are set to fight at UFC 289, with Dariush promised a title shot and increased pay

Beneil Dariush has been experiencing some setbacks regarding his upcoming fight against Charles Oliveira. Originally scheduled as the co-main event at UFC 288 on May 6, Oliveira withdrew due to an injury. According to Dariush, this isn’t the first time that the fight has fallen through, and building frustration stems from his negotiations with the UFC. UFC has agreed to a guaranteed plan to rebook … Continue reading Top-ranked lightweights Beneil Dariush and Charles Oliveira are set to fight at UFC 289, with Dariush promised a title shot and increased pay

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MMA fighter Movsar Evloev replaces another fighter to take on Bryce Mitchell at UFC 288

The UFC 288 main card has seen some changes this week, as two fighters have been switched out due to injuries. However, one of the fighters requiring a new opponent has now been matched with someone of higher rank. Fans can now look forward to an exciting featherweight main card fight between Movsar Evloev and Bryce Mitchell during the upcoming May 6 pay-per-view event in … Continue reading MMA fighter Movsar Evloev replaces another fighter to take on Bryce Mitchell at UFC 288

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UFC 288 removes the Charles Oliveira versus Beneil Dariush matchup from its fight lineup

Beneil Dariush’s much-anticipated match against ex-champ Charles Oliveira has been postponed due to an injury sustained by Oliveira, as confirmed by an unidentified source familiar with the situation to MMA Fighting. This pivotal lightweight matchup was set to be the co-headlining event at the upcoming UFC 288 pay-per-view main card happening on May 6 at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. The main event is a … Continue reading UFC 288 removes the Charles Oliveira versus Beneil Dariush matchup from its fight lineup

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UFC officials disclose main card lineup for UFC 288 with Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo set to headline in a championship bout

The upcoming pay-per-view event from the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has been announced, with the main card set to showcase the highly-anticipated bantamweight championship fight. The promotion has confirmed the line-up for UFC 288, which is scheduled to take place at Newark’s Prudential Center on May 6. The headline event of the evening will see reigning champion Aljamain Sterling go head-to-head with former two-weight titleholder … Continue reading UFC officials disclose main card lineup for UFC 288 with Aljamain Sterling and Henry Cejudo set to headline in a championship bout

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Brazilian fighters analyze Alex Pereira’s odds of winning against Israel Adesanya at UFC 287

Brazilian fighter Alex Pereira is currently the only Brazilian holding a UFC belt and he is facing his longtime rival Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 287 on Saturday. Ahead of the fight, some Brazilian MMA legends gave their thoughts on the match-up. Demian Maia, two-time UFC title contender and UFC Fight Pass color commentator said that the fight is a tough one … Continue reading Brazilian fighters analyze Alex Pereira’s odds of winning against Israel Adesanya at UFC 287

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The poster for UFC 288 has been unveiled

Aljamain Sterling, dubbed “Funk Master” and reigning 135-pound champion, has secured his spot at the top of the promotional art for UFC 288 where he is set to defend his title for the third consecutive time. Sterling is scheduled to fight returning MMA fighter, Henry Cejudo, on May 6, in a much-anticipated bout. Fans can have a peek at the recently released poster of the … Continue reading The poster for UFC 288 has been unveiled

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Charles Oliveira promises to pursue Beneil Dariush persistently during UFC 288 as he intensely desires it.

Charles Oliveira is preparing for his next UFC fight with Beneil Dariush where he believe win away from facing Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title. Oliveira is determined to win and nothing will stand in his way. He plans to walk forward the entire time and hunt down his opponent, regardless of whether the win comes through a knockout, submission, or decision. Oliveira acknowledges that … Continue reading Charles Oliveira promises to pursue Beneil Dariush persistently during UFC 288 as he intensely desires it.

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Beneil Dariush is a preferred opponent for Islam Makhachev as he seeks a new challenge, rather than a rematch with Charles Oliveira

Islam Makhachev is eager to face new opponents and continue his reign as the UFC lightweight champion. Following his pound-for-pound victory against Alexander Volkanovski in February, Makhachev is open to a rematch but would prefer a fresh challenge from the winner of the upcoming Oliveira vs. Dariush fight at UFC 288. Makhachev defeated Oliveira in his title-winning bout and is hesitant to face him again. … Continue reading Beneil Dariush is a preferred opponent for Islam Makhachev as he seeks a new challenge, rather than a rematch with Charles Oliveira

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