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UFC President Dana White anticipates Israel Adesanya’s upcoming match, while in search of a formidable contender for Alex Pereira in the light heavyweight division

UFC President Dana White has disclosed that he has big plans for middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira, but these do not include a third rematch yet. Even after Adesanya knocked Pereira out and claimed back his title, White was asked which opponent he had in mind for Adesanya’s upcoming fight. While some have suggested a third fight with Pereira, he has recently expressed … Continue reading UFC President Dana White anticipates Israel Adesanya’s upcoming match, while in search of a formidable contender for Alex Pereira in the light heavyweight division

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Leon Edwards plans to return in October and dismisses Colby Covington’s statement about him being stripped of his title

Leon Edwards, the current UFC welterweight champion, is taking time off to heal some nagging injuries and would like to see the division determine a true No. 1 contender before he returns to the octagon. Despite rumors of a potential fight against Colby Covington in July, Edwards believes that a quick turnaround isn’t feasible and is instead looking towards a return to competition in the … Continue reading Leon Edwards plans to return in October and dismisses Colby Covington’s statement about him being stripped of his title

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Alex Pereira disregards Khamzat Chimaev
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Alex Pereira disregards Khamzat Chimaev’s title prospects after UFC 287, refusing to discuss him

As the reigning UFC middleweight champion, Alex Pereira has more pressing matters at hand than addressing Khamzat Chimaev’s threats to his title. When asked about the up-and-coming contender, Pereira brushed him off, stating that he will face whoever the UFC puts against him after his upcoming fight against Israel Adesanya in the main event of UFC 287 this Saturday in Miami. Despite being respectful towards … Continue reading Alex Pereira disregards Khamzat Chimaev’s title prospects after UFC 287, refusing to discuss him

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Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

Mohammad Sheikh and Frank Bonada sit down to discuss the aftermath of Gamebred Boxing, as Conor McGregor calls out Jose Aldo, and Anthony Pettis targets a bout with Anderson Silva. Valentina Shevchenko faces backlash from the fans after she criticizes Jason Herzog, Paddy Pimblett cuts a promo for a rematch with Jared Gordon, and more! Checkout the full video here. Continue reading Video Podcast Ep.3: Conor McGregor challenges José Aldo to a boxing match | Paddy Pimblett targets Jared Gordon rematch

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Australian UFC fighter Robert Whittaker denies receiving an offer to fight Khamzat Chimaev

Robert Whittaker has taken to his podcast, MMArcade, to dispel rumors that he was offered a fight against Khamzat Chimaev. While speaking with Ariel Helwani, Chimaev claimed that Whittaker was among the fighters he was offered following his UFC 279 victory over Kevin Holland. However, Whittaker has made it clear that he was never offered a fight with Chimaev. “I haven’t been offered any fight. … Continue reading Australian UFC fighter Robert Whittaker denies receiving an offer to fight Khamzat Chimaev

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Robert Whittaker states that there was no fight proposal presented to him involving Khamzat Chimaev

Australian mixed martial artist Robert Whittaker has spoken out to set the record straight regarding claims that he was offered a fight with Khamzat Chimaev. Whittaker stated, “Someone has claimed that Chimaev said that I was offered a fight and that I turned it down. This is simply untrue. I was never offered a fight with Chimaev, and that’s the end of the matter. I … Continue reading Robert Whittaker states that there was no fight proposal presented to him involving Khamzat Chimaev

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Gaethje may consider quitting fighting if McGregor leapfrogs him for title shot after Chandler fight

Conor McGregor has the potential to end Justin Gaethje’s career without even stepping into the octagon against him. With McGregor out of the USADA testing pool and his comeback fight against Michael Chandler, Gaethje is concerned that a single win by McGregor could lead to a title shot, regardless of whether the bout takes place at lightweight or welterweight. If this were to happen, Gaethje … Continue reading Gaethje may consider quitting fighting if McGregor leapfrogs him for title shot after Chandler fight

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Jorge Masvidal targets Khamzat Chimaev and promises to defeat Gilbert Burns who he calls a “front-runner”.

Jorge Masvidal, the renowned UFC fighter, has shared his thoughts on his fellow contenders Colby Covington and Khamzat Chimaev. While both Chimaev and Masvidal have expressed their dislike for Covington, Masvidal made it clear that he doesn’t care for either fighter. Masvidal went on to criticize Chimaev for missing weight by 8.5 pounds during his scheduled fight against Nate Diaz at UFC 279, and for … Continue reading Jorge Masvidal targets Khamzat Chimaev and promises to defeat Gilbert Burns who he calls a “front-runner”.

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