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According to Michael Chandler, a fight between him and Conor McGregor will likely take place in the next six months

Michael Chandler has been eagerly eyeing a matchup with Conor McGregor since joining the UFC in 2021. Although Chandler’s UFC run has been prolific, with five bouts under his belt, he is yet to achieve his goal of fighting the Irishman. The pair, who are both former lightweight champions, are currently coaching opposite each other on season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), where coaches … Continue reading According to Michael Chandler, a fight between him and Conor McGregor will likely take place in the next six months

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Makhachev disappointed by Oliveira’s victory over Dariush, hoping for a fresh challenge

Highly regarded fighter Islam Makhachev appeared less than thrilled to hear that Charles Oliveira defeated Beneil Dariush, potentially setting him up for a title bout against Makhachev. Oliveira won the co-main event of UFC 289 via first-round TKO, crushing Dariush’s hopes of a guaranteed title shot against Makhachev. Despite the win, Makhachev seems hesitant to face Oliveira, as he has already beaten him before. Instead, … Continue reading Makhachev disappointed by Oliveira’s victory over Dariush, hoping for a fresh challenge

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Arman Tsarukyan seeks Michael Chandler’s name on his list, anticipates a top 5 competitor for his next fight

Arman Tsarukyan, a promising rising talent within the UFC lightweight division, has his sights set on his next opponent and his ultimate goal of becoming champion. After securing his seventh UFC win with an impressive third-round TKO over Joaquim Silva last weekend, Tsarukyan is ready for his next challenge. While some in the MMA community were puzzled by his pairing with unranked Silva, Tsarukyan is … Continue reading Arman Tsarukyan seeks Michael Chandler’s name on his list, anticipates a top 5 competitor for his next fight

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Nate Diaz dismisses Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, who are competing for the BMF championship, labeling them as ‘dorks’

Nate Diaz, a well-respected figure in the world of UFC, has made it clear that he does not consider Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje to be worthy competitors for the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) “BMF” title. The highly anticipated rematch between Poirier and Gaethje is set to ignite the octagon at UFC 291 on July 29 in Salt Lake City. Diaz, who previously battled for … Continue reading Nate Diaz dismisses Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, who are competing for the BMF championship, labeling them as ‘dorks’

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As the lightweight division heats up, who do insiders see as the most worthy opponent for Islam Makhachev

Islam Makhachev won the lightweight title last October and is now waiting for his next opponent for UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 21. Since his last fight, many changes have occurred in the lightweight landscape including Charles Oliveira bouncing back, Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier set to fight again, and Alexander Volkanovski wanting another shot at Makhachev. Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor are … Continue reading As the lightweight division heats up, who do insiders see as the most worthy opponent for Islam Makhachev

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Daniel Cormier states that Charles Oliveira demonstrated he is almost as talented as Islam Makhachev if he does not hold the championship title

Charles Oliveira had a lot to prove at UFC 289, despite previously holding the lightweight champion title and defeating several top 10 opponents. Unfortunately, he suffered a one-sided defeat to Islam Makhachev at UFC 280, which reminded fans of past performances where Oliveira struggled when faced with challenges in the octagon. Makhachev won with ease, taking advantage of Oliveira’s weakness on his feet before tapping … Continue reading Daniel Cormier states that Charles Oliveira demonstrated he is almost as talented as Islam Makhachev if he does not hold the championship title

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UFC 291 winner predicted by Islam Makhachev who disdains BMF title

Islam Makhachev has no interest in competing for the BMF title, as he sees the belt as an unnecessary addition to the UFC landscape. He believes that the BMF belt is intended for fighters who are unable to become champions in their weight classes and as a UFC champion, he has no desire to compete for it. Makhachev looks to defend his lightweight title against … Continue reading UFC 291 winner predicted by Islam Makhachev who disdains BMF title

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Conor McGregor supports John Gotti III amid Floyd Mayweather controversy

Conor McGregor has taken a stance amidst the ongoing argument between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and John Gotti III. The two boxers had an exhibition match on Sunday, which quickly turned chaotic as a scuffle broke out between both fighters’ entourages after the referee stopped the fight. Gotti expressed his unwavering hatred towards Mayweather and called for “backup” from McGregor, who showed his support for Gotti … Continue reading Conor McGregor supports John Gotti III amid Floyd Mayweather controversy

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Islam Makhachev’s Coach Rooted for Beneil Dariush’s Victory at UFC 289 and Advocates for Charles Oliveira’s Rematch

Charles Oliveira’s victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC 289 marked his return to form, proving that he is still one of the best fighters on the planet. Despite being counted out throughout his incredible career, Oliveira has earned the right to be considered the next challenger for the 155-pound strap against Islam Makhachev. Though UFC President Dana White has not confirmed the match-up, it makes … Continue reading Islam Makhachev’s Coach Rooted for Beneil Dariush’s Victory at UFC 289 and Advocates for Charles Oliveira’s Rematch

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Beneil Dariush chooses Justin Gaethje at UFC 291, citing Dustin Poirier’s current comfort level as a factor

Beneil Dariush has his sights set on fighting Charles Oliveira in the upcoming UFC 289, but he’s keeping tabs on the lightweight division and the notable matchups that will take place before the end of 2023. One of the highly anticipated fights is the rematch between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, which will headline the UFC 291 in July. Dariush has a vested interest in … Continue reading Beneil Dariush chooses Justin Gaethje at UFC 291, citing Dustin Poirier’s current comfort level as a factor

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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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Dana White expresses difficulty in managing Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler’s booking due to their strong personalities

The fate of Conor McGregor’s return to the UFC remains uncertain at this time. The former champion has been out of action since breaking his leg during a match against Dustin Poirier in 2020, though he did return as a coach in The Ultimate Fighter earlier this year. While he and Michael Chandler have yet to plan their bout, the question on everyone’s mind is … Continue reading Dana White expresses difficulty in managing Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler’s booking due to their strong personalities

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