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Jake Paul will step into the ring with Nate Diaz for a 10-round boxing match in August

Jake Paul has responded to the request of his opponent, Nate Diaz, to increase the number of rounds for their upcoming bout on August 5th in Dallas. Diaz, known for his extraordinary conditioning, has asked for the fight to shift from eight to ten rounds, a request that Paul is more than happy to accept. The additional rounds will be the first time that Paul … Continue reading Jake Paul will step into the ring with Nate Diaz for a 10-round boxing match in August

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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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Isaac Dulgarian and Francis Marshall scheduled to face off at upcoming UFC match on Aug. 12

Isaac Dulgarian and Francis Marshall, both featherweights, have agreed to face each other in the upcoming UFC event scheduled for Aug. 12 in Las Vegas. Dulgarian, who has an unblemished record of 5-0, will finally be making his debut in the octagon. Dulgarian had signed with the UFC after being featured on Dana White’s Lookin’ For a Fight and receiving a sponsorship deal from the … Continue reading Isaac Dulgarian and Francis Marshall scheduled to face off at upcoming UFC match on Aug. 12

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Matt Brown and Daniel Cormier have differing views on Jim Miller’s potential induction into the UFC Hall of Fame

Two seasoned Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) athletes, Jim Miller and Matt Brown, have managed to maintain their presence and success in the promotion for an impressive 15 years. Brown argued that longevity itself is an extraordinary feat in a sport like mixed martial arts (MMA), wherein only a few fighters are able to stick around as long as they both have.  Despite his various accomplishments, … Continue reading Matt Brown and Daniel Cormier have differing views on Jim Miller’s potential induction into the UFC Hall of Fame

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Dana White likens Amanda Nunes’ retirement to Lorenzo Fertitta’s exit from combat sports after selling the UFC

The retirement of Amanda Nunes following UFC 289 left Dana White feeling sad, but understanding of her decision. White has rarely tried to dissuade fighters from retiring, respecting their choices to end their careers. Nunes delivered a dominant performance in the main event against Irene Aldana before laying down her gloves and announcing her retirement. A child at home and another baby on the way … Continue reading Dana White likens Amanda Nunes’ retirement to Lorenzo Fertitta’s exit from combat sports after selling the UFC

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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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UFC fighter Israel Adesanya intends to materialize his victory over Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 to prove his identity

Israel Adesanya, the two-time UFC middleweight champion, is looking for a new challenge. Having defeated numerous top contenders, including rival Alex Pereira who has now moved up to 205 pounds, Adesanya is eyeing a potential matchup with Dricus Du Plessis, who has a 5-0 record in the UFC, with four of those wins by knockout or submission. The potential fight would be even more compelling … Continue reading UFC fighter Israel Adesanya intends to materialize his victory over Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 to prove his identity

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UFC drops Maria Oliveira after defeat to Diana Belbita at UFC 289

Maria Oliveira’s journey in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has come to an end. The Brazilian mixed martial artist suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Diana Belbita at UFC 289 held in Vancouver, Canada. Insider sources reveal that Oliveira’s contract with the promotion had ended and she was not offered a new deal as the promotion decided to let her go. The UFC Roster Watch, … Continue reading UFC drops Maria Oliveira after defeat to Diana Belbita at UFC 289

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Boxer Teofimo Lopez retires from boxing following an impressive victory over Josh Taylor

Teofimo Lopez, the newly crowned two-division champion, has surprised the world by announcing his retirement from boxing at the age of 25, just days after his dominant defeat over Josh Taylor. Lopez, who also boasts a win against Vasyl Lomachenko, first shared the news later confirming his decision. “Blood, sweat and tears, I’ve done for the sport. At a young age, at 25 years young, … Continue reading Boxer Teofimo Lopez retires from boxing following an impressive victory over Josh Taylor

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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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UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

The world of MMA saw some major events take place over the weekend, with Amanda Nunes retiring after defeating Irene Aldana to retain her bantamweight title and Charles Oliveira stunning Beneil Dariush. Canadian fighters also put on a show in Vancouver. Many questions have arisen from these events, so let’s dive into them. When it comes to Amanda Nunes’ career, it’s hard to pinpoint any … Continue reading UFC 289 Recap: Amanda Nunes’ Career, Charles Oliveira’s Victory

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Dana White proposes a Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev rematch, calling it the ideal fight to organize

Following his emphatic first-round victory over Beneil Dariush at UFC 289, Charles Oliveira has added another feather to his already-crowded cap, with this being his twentieth finish in the UFC. The win also marked a record 19th post-fight bonus for the fighter who already owned the record in that category. UFC President Dana White may have confirmed that Oliveira will get a second shot at … Continue reading Dana White proposes a Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev rematch, calling it the ideal fight to organize

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