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PFL CEO Peter Murray hails Francis Ngannou’s MMA signing as the “most financially rewarding” agreement, emphasizing PFL’s hands-off approach to his boxing endeavors

Francis Ngannou concluded his period of unrestricted agency by putting pen to paper on his groundbreaking agreement with PFL. This contract not only ensures him a multimillion-dollar payday but also presents advantages that the UFC couldn’t match. Aside from his fight earnings, Ngannou has successfully secured a minimum of $2 million for his opponents. Additionally, he has acquired equity in the organization, taken on the … Continue reading PFL CEO Peter Murray hails Francis Ngannou’s MMA signing as the “most financially rewarding” agreement, emphasizing PFL’s hands-off approach to his boxing endeavors

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Ian Machado Garry divulges his motive behind challenging Neil Magny and expresses his intention to participate in two more events in 2023

Ian Machado Garry has his sights set on climbing up the welterweight ranks in the UFC and has a plan in place to achieve his goal. After securing a first-round finish against Daniel Rodriguez at UFC Charlotte, Machado Garry has called out veteran fighter Neil Magny for his next opponent. The Irish fighter is currently undefeated at 12-0, while Magny holds the promotion record for … Continue reading Ian Machado Garry divulges his motive behind challenging Neil Magny and expresses his intention to participate in two more events in 2023

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Colby Covington advises Aljamain Sterling to silence haters as the best form of revenge

Colby Covington, a UFC fighter expected to challenge for the welterweight title later this year, recently praised UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling for the impressive run he has been on. Sterling recently became the first fighter in the division’s history to defend the title three consecutive times. Despite facing negativity from fans, Covington advises Sterling to keep pushing forward and proving his haters wrong. According … Continue reading Colby Covington advises Aljamain Sterling to silence haters as the best form of revenge

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s 293rd event is scheduled to take place on September 10th in Sydney

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is making a comeback to Sydney, and the much-anticipated event is scheduled for September 10th, 2022. This is the first of the three pay-per-view shows UFC intends to hold in the city over a period of four years. In collaboration with the New South Wales government, the promotion’s stronghold is expected to be established in this key location, according to … Continue reading The Ultimate Fighting Championship’s 293rd event is scheduled to take place on September 10th in Sydney

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Six competitors in Power Slap face penalties and revoked fights due to banned substances detected in their tests

Six Power Slap fighters have received suspensions and fines from the Nevada Athletic Commission for testing positive for banned substances, ranging from steroids to narcotics. Previously facing temporary suspensions, all six competitors have now been punished with full suspensions and fines, with some bouts overturned to no-contests. Jay Rivera, who competed in a slap fighting bout on March 11, was suspended for six months after … Continue reading Six competitors in Power Slap face penalties and revoked fights due to banned substances detected in their tests

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Nine PFL fighters served suspension for use of prohibited substances; the banned substances they took have been exposed

Nine fighters from the Professional Fighters League (PFL) have been handed suspensions by the Nevada Athletic Commission. The PFL has already taken the bold step of removing all fighters flagged by the Commission from the ongoing 2023 season. Fines will also have to be paid as part of the disciplinary procedures. Former PFL heavyweight champion Bruno Cappelozza received a nine-month suspension for testing positive for … Continue reading Nine PFL fighters served suspension for use of prohibited substances; the banned substances they took have been exposed

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Did Francis Ngannou make the right call becoming a free agent? Our roundtable weighs in and also speculates on his first PFL rival

MMA fighter Francis Ngannou has completed a “strategic partnership” deal with Professional Fighters League (PFL), making him one of the most unique and groundbreaking deals in the sport’s history. Ngannou, who had departed UFC heavyweight champion, will get at least two big paydays, a seat at the table for fighters, and the opportunity to put PFL stakes down in Africa. Ngannou came out on the … Continue reading Did Francis Ngannou make the right call becoming a free agent? Our roundtable weighs in and also speculates on his first PFL rival

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Conor McGregor, known as a documentarian, shares the same traits of a “brilliant innovator” alongside Tom Brady, LeBron James, and Steph Curry

Conor McGregor, the former two-division UFC champion, remained upbeat and determined to return to fighting despite suffering a devastating injury in his fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. During discussions with his doctors about recovery plans, McGregor was focused on his eventual comeback rather than dwelling on his recent loss. According to Gotham Chopra, director of the new Netflix documentary ‘McGregor Forever’, the Irish … Continue reading Conor McGregor, known as a documentarian, shares the same traits of a “brilliant innovator” alongside Tom Brady, LeBron James, and Steph Curry

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The new name for the merged UFC-WWE company has been confirmed and they have set plans to go public by late 2023

UFC and WWE merger is set to take place under the new name TKO Group Holdings, and plans have been put in place to take the company public on the stock exchange before the close of 2023. The announcement was made by Endeavor on Tuesday via CNBC. The merged company’s symbol on the NYSE will be TKO. The estimated worth of the new company is … Continue reading The new name for the merged UFC-WWE company has been confirmed and they have set plans to go public by late 2023

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UFC athletes, Kyler Phillips and Darrius Flowers, receive a 6-month suspension as a result of Ostarine use

The Nevada Athletic Commission recently announced that Kyler Phillips and Darrius Flowers, UFC fighters, have tested positive for the non-specified substance ostarine, classified as an anabolic agent and banned for all use under the World Anti-Doping Agency’s prohibited substances list. Consequently, both fighters were given six-month suspensions by the commission. It is worth noting that ostarine has been behind numerous positive drug tests that have … Continue reading UFC athletes, Kyler Phillips and Darrius Flowers, receive a 6-month suspension as a result of Ostarine use

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UFC schedules Vinc Pichel versus Benoit Saint-Denis for its card on July 1

UFC enthusiasts can look forward to a thrilling match on July 1 as lightweights Vinc Pichel and Benoit Saint-Denis have agreed to face each other at the upcoming UFC card. Vinc Pichel, who is seeking redemption, had lost a unanimous decision to Olympian Mark Madsen at his last outing in UFC 273. However, he has previously obtained an impressive three consecutive wins, including one against … Continue reading UFC schedules Vinc Pichel versus Benoit Saint-Denis for its card on July 1

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Champion Daniel Cormier praises Francis Ngannou for elevating MMA and making it more authentic

Francis Ngannou has signed an “exclusive global MMA strategic partnership” with PFL after being dissatisfied with the offers made by other promoters during his five-month free agency period. He relinquished his then-UFC heavyweight title earlier this year. Daniel Cormier believes Ngannou has set the standard for free agents and his deal will benefit his opponents as well as himself, with his opponents being paid similar … Continue reading Champion Daniel Cormier praises Francis Ngannou for elevating MMA and making it more authentic

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