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Despite Cris Cyborg’s re-signing, Scott Coker remains interested in a potential fight with Kayla Harrison

After prolonged negotiations, Bellator officials and Cris Cyborg reached a new agreement within hours, according to Scott Coker, the head of the promotion. The reigning women’s featherweight champion signed a multi-fight contract with Bellator earlier this month, ending a lengthy free agency period that began after her most recent title defense against Arlene Blencowe in April 2022. Coker said Cyborg initiated the conversations that led … Continue reading Despite Cris Cyborg’s re-signing, Scott Coker remains interested in a potential fight with Kayla Harrison

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Jailton Almeida’s route from soccer disappointment to UFC fame concludes with him feeling fulfilled even if apocalypse ensued

Jailton Almeida is not your typical MMA athlete. He’s quit the sport several times, leading many to question whether he’s cut out for it. However, he’s overcome countless obstacles to become one of the sport’s rising stars. “Looking back, I can see that giving up in 2014 and then returning to achieve my dreams, being in the world’s biggest fight promotion, and headlining an event … Continue reading Jailton Almeida’s route from soccer disappointment to UFC fame concludes with him feeling fulfilled even if apocalypse ensued

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UFC Charlotte Event: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida Match Wraps Up with Impressive Outcomes

The event at UFC Charlotte saw Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Jailton Almeida square off on Saturday. In the heavyweight main event, Rozenstruik lands another devastating knockout after his impressive 23-second stoppage of Chris Daukaus, while Almeida brings in his undefeated record in the UFC with all four wins ending in a stoppage. The co-main event was equally as exciting with one-time title challenger Anthony Smith and … Continue reading UFC Charlotte Event: Rozenstruik vs. Almeida Match Wraps Up with Impressive Outcomes

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As a new fighter in the UFC Charlotte scene, Tainara Lisboa reflects on her previous, highly disputed Muay Thai defeat against Valentina Shevchenko

Tainara Lisboa is set to make an exciting debut in the octagon opposite Jessica-Rose Clark at UFC Charlotte, who is a more experienced UFC veteran. Lisboa, a two-time Muay Thai champion, who has a solid background in the sport, also fought Valentina Shevchenko ten years ago. Shevchenko is acknowledged as the greatest UFC women’s flyweight champion of all-time, and Lisboa believes that the result of … Continue reading As a new fighter in the UFC Charlotte scene, Tainara Lisboa reflects on her previous, highly disputed Muay Thai defeat against Valentina Shevchenko

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The UFC has set its sights on Holly Holm to headline their July 15 event against Mayra Bueno Silva

In an attempt to earn another title shot, Holly Holm is set to headline the UFC’s event on July 15th against Mayra Bueno Silva in the bantamweight main event. Initially scheduled to face Miesha Tate, Bueno Silva will now take on the former UFC bantamweight champion and boxing Hall of Famer following Tate’s hand injury. The matchup will precede the welterweight matchup between Rafael dos … Continue reading The UFC has set its sights on Holly Holm to headline their July 15 event against Mayra Bueno Silva

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Sean O’Malley found it entertaining that Merab Dvalishvili took his jacket during UFC 288 and quipped, “Maybe I’ll send it to him”

Sean O’Malley was left in good spirits despite being the target of a playful prank by Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 288. The incident occurred during a tense faceoff between O’Malley and bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling, after Sterling had successfully defended his title against Henry Cejudo. O’Malley had entered the octagon wearing a Michael Jackson-inspired jacket which he removed during the faceoff, at which point Dvalishvili … Continue reading Sean O’Malley found it entertaining that Merab Dvalishvili took his jacket during UFC 288 and quipped, “Maybe I’ll send it to him”

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The UFC’s comeback to London on July 22 will feature Tom Aspinall facing off against Marcin Tybura in the main event

On July 22, the UFC’s upcoming event in London will see Tom Aspinall make his highly anticipated comeback to the octagon, where he’ll have the opportunity to headline another card in his home country by going up against Marcin Tybura in the main event. The matchup was announced by UFC president Dana White on Wednesday. As a long-time heavyweight prospect, Aspinall’s previous fight ended in … Continue reading The UFC’s comeback to London on July 22 will feature Tom Aspinall facing off against Marcin Tybura in the main event

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The UFC achieved its ‘highest-grossing commercial PPV’ in the last 12 months thanks to the comeback of Jon Jones

The UFC’s investment in Jon Jones’ much-anticipated comeback has proven to be a wise move. Jones’ victory in the heavyweight division was a major contributing factor to the success of UFC 285, which became the top-selling event for the promotion in the past year. Although the pay-per-view’s total sales figures were not released, the UFC’s parent company, Endeavor, announced during its first-quarter 2023 results report … Continue reading The UFC achieved its ‘highest-grossing commercial PPV’ in the last 12 months thanks to the comeback of Jon Jones

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After his upcoming fight at UFC 290, Robbie Lawler is expected to retire. The main card for the event has been confirmed for July 8

Robbie Lawler, the former UFC welterweight champion, is set to retire after his upcoming fight against Niko Price at UFC 290 in Las Vegas on July 8. UFC president Dana White announced Lawler’s retirement and his induction into the UFC Hall of Fame two days prior to his fight, as part of the International Fight Week festivities. Lawler will be inducted alongside Rory MacDonald for … Continue reading After his upcoming fight at UFC 290, Robbie Lawler is expected to retire. The main card for the event has been confirmed for July 8

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Yan Xiaonan anticipates facing Zhang Weili for the title soon and feels she is disliked more in China than appreciated

Yan Xiaonan’s explosive victory over Jessica Andrade at UFC 288 may have set the stage for the biggest UFC event ever to be held in China. With an impressive 6-2 record over eight octagon appearances, Yan is now considered one of the top contenders in the UFC’s strawweight division. During Saturday’s post-fight press conference, UFC President Dana White expressed interest in booking Yan to fight … Continue reading Yan Xiaonan anticipates facing Zhang Weili for the title soon and feels she is disliked more in China than appreciated

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The UFC fight between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque is now slated for the August 12 event

According to insiders familiar with the situation, the anticipated battle between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque has been postponed until August 12th. The highly anticipated fight was originally slated to headline a UFC card on July 15th in Las Vegas. While the reason for the delay has not yet been confirmed, sources indicate that the dos Anjos vs. Luque fight remains on track to … Continue reading The UFC fight between Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque is now slated for the August 12 event

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Gegard Mousasi shares intention to pursue Bellator championship “once more” prior to retiring

Gegard Mousasi, a veteran fighter, has a realistic approach towards his next fight at Bellator 296, knowing that he can’t fight forever. The two-time Bellator middleweight champion will face Fabian Edwards in the main event, with the winner likely contending for the 185-pound king, Johnny Eblen. Mousasi hopes to earn a rematch with Eblen by winning his upcoming fight against Edwards, but he is aware … Continue reading Gegard Mousasi shares intention to pursue Bellator championship “once more” prior to retiring

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