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Swanson returns to featherweight to fight Dawodu at an event scheduled for August 12th

Cub Swanson has announced his comeback to the featherweight division. The highly-regarded MMA fighter shared on his Instagram profile that he has agreed to take on Hakeem Dawodu at UFC Vegas 78 which is scheduled for August 12th. According to sources linked to the competition, the exciting pairing will take place. Swanson boasts an impressive record of 28 wins and 13 losses during his career, … Continue reading Swanson returns to featherweight to fight Dawodu at an event scheduled for August 12th

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Braxton Smith Sanctioned by USADA for Testosterone Violation Professional runner Braxton Smith has been handed a two-year suspension by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) due to his use of exogenous testosterone

Braxton Smith, a mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, has been handed a two-year suspension by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) after he failed three drug tests for the exogenous administration of testosterone and/or its precursors. The tests were conducted out-of-competition in April and early May, as well as in-competition on the day of a match in May, where Smith made his UFC debut but lost … Continue reading Braxton Smith Sanctioned by USADA for Testosterone Violation Professional runner Braxton Smith has been handed a two-year suspension by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) due to his use of exogenous testosterone

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While at UFC 289, Charles Oliveira experienced a sense of familiarity despite previously stating his refusal to compete in Canada

The recent UFC 289 in Vancouver showcased Charles Oliveira’s celebrity status as he was treated like a superstar by the crowd before and after his first-round win over Beneil Dariush. Oliveira had previously visited Canada four times between 2010-2016, but faced defeat on each occasion to opponents such as Jim Miller, Cub Swanson, Max Holloway and Anthony Pettis. Oliveira was finished by each of them … Continue reading While at UFC 289, Charles Oliveira experienced a sense of familiarity despite previously stating his refusal to compete in Canada

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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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Matt Brown dismisses the idea of a fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, claiming it won’t happen

Matt Brown, doubts that Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg will ever actually fight each other despite the buzz surrounding their proposed matchup. Brown believes that the whole ordeal is just a public relations scandal and that neither of the two billionaires would ever bother setting foot in a ring to fight each other. While Brown admits that he would watch the fight if the two … Continue reading Matt Brown dismisses the idea of a fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, claiming it won’t happen

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MMA fighter Ilia Topuria expresses willingness to face Alexander Volkanovski in Australia and remains confident in his victory

Ilia Topuria, a fighter with an undefeated record, hopes to square off against Alexander Volkanovski for the UFC featherweight championship. After a dominant performance against Josh Emmett during the main event of UFC Jacksonville, Topuria has secured his position as one of the most dangerous challengers in the 145-pound division. Topuria has already expressed his interest in going up against Max Holloway, however, he would … Continue reading MMA fighter Ilia Topuria expresses willingness to face Alexander Volkanovski in Australia and remains confident in his victory

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James Gallagher set to fight James Gonzalez at Bellator 298

James Gallagher has a new opponent for his upcoming Bellator matchup this August, as confirmed by several insiders familiar with the promotion’s plans. Gallagher is now set to square off against James Gonzalez at Bellator 298, which is scheduled to take place on August 11th at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This matchup comes after Cris Lencioni, who was originally slated to … Continue reading James Gallagher set to fight James Gonzalez at Bellator 298

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Scottish fighter Stevie Ray, who competed in both PFL and UFC, has announced his retirement once again

After 13 years in the ring, MMA fighter Stevie Ray has once again announced his retirement. Losing his recent fight against Clay Collard at PFL 6, Ray has decided to walk away from the sport, noting his desire to pass on his knowledge and experience. In addition to his recent loss, Ray struggled in the 2023 PFL regular season with two losses, failing to make … Continue reading Scottish fighter Stevie Ray, who competed in both PFL and UFC, has announced his retirement once again

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Three fighters issued with indefinite medical suspensions after PFL 6 losses

The recent PFL 6 event featured some brutal knockouts that resulted in various fighters receiving medical suspensions, which were confirmed by the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission the following Monday. Anthony Romero, who was knocked out by Olivier Aubin-Mercier’s knee strike, received a mandatory 60-day suspension with an indefinite suspension until he receives neurological clearance. Dilano Taylor also received a mandatory 45-day suspension due to … Continue reading Three fighters issued with indefinite medical suspensions after PFL 6 losses

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Top earners at PFL 6 included Shane Burgos, Olivier Aubin-Mercier, and Natan Schulte, among others

The payout for the PFL 6 card this past Friday night in Atlanta was hefty, with five fighters earning six-figure salaries, according to the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment commission. The promotion featured the finalization of the 2023 playoffs in the lightweight and welterweight divisions. The top earner was Olivier Aubin-Mercier, who pocketed $100,000 for his knockout victory against Anthony Romero, which secured his place in … Continue reading Top earners at PFL 6 included Shane Burgos, Olivier Aubin-Mercier, and Natan Schulte, among others

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As UFC Jacksonville is over, here are some potential new matchups for the fighters involved

The featherweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) just got even more intriguing after Ilia Topuria’s impressive victory against Josh Emmett during UFC Jacksonville’s main event this past weekend. Topuria’s performance caught the attention of many, but the question remains: does it warrant a shot at the division’s current champion, Alexander Volkanovski, or top contender, Yair Rodriguez? The pair caution against the notion of … Continue reading As UFC Jacksonville is over, here are some potential new matchups for the fighters involved

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UFC’s Dana White claims that the hypothetical fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg could be the “biggest in history”

The friendly social media exchange between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg has quickly spiraled into a hypothetical MMA fight, making waves with fans and the UFC President, Dana White. Despite having no professional fighting experience, both tech moguls are reportedly serious about pursuing the idea. Zuckerberg, who has displayed a growing interest in MMA, was spotted at UFC Vegas 61, while Musk is no stranger … Continue reading UFC’s Dana White claims that the hypothetical fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg could be the “biggest in history”

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