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By FCF Staff

Alex Pereira didn’t end up needing to fight long at UFC 300. But, recently the light heavyweight champ revealed he headed into his bout, not long removed from breaking his toe.

Pereira (10-2) faced former champ Jamahal … Read More

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Recently, there’s been speculation about a fight between Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland materializing, and now it looks like the bout will happen.

A few days ago, Costa reported that Strickland had turned down an offer to … Read More

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Following UFC 297, there seems to be plenty of talk about the possibility of a bout between Israel Adesanya and the new middleweight champ, Dricus Du Plessis. But, Khamzat Chimaev has made it clear he still expects … Read More

By Kelsey Mowatt

The betting lines have Sean Strickland as the favorite to beat Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297 on Saturday. But, former UFC champ-champ, Henry Cejudo, believes Du Plessis will be taking the middleweight title back to South … Read More

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The UFC has booked a pivotal fight for its second quarter of 2024, as Brendan Allen will take on fellow middleweight contender, Marvin Vettori.

Allen (23-5) has been steadily rising the middleweight rankings, on account of a … Read More

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Leading up to their title fight tonight at UFC 295, Jiri Prochazka has argued that Alex Pereira is an incomplete fighter. But, according to the decorated striker, he welcomes Prochazka and others questioning his martial arts skills.… Read More

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Jiri Prochazka believes Alex Pereira still has a lot of work to do before he’s a complete, mixed-martial artist. But, the former light-heavyweight champ is also saying he’s looking forward to testing his stand-up skills against the … Read More

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As it stands right now, Paulo Costa is still booked to fight Khamzat Chimaev on October 21st, although the fighter reportedly underwent surgery not long ago.

Costa is scheduled to battle the rising middleweight at UFC 294, … Read More

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Since Alex Pereira moved up to the UFC’s light-heavyweight division, there’s been ongoing speculation as to whether the decorated fighter could return to 185 pounds for another shot at the title. But it looks like Pereira has … Read More

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UFC 290 is in the books, and the card saw Alexander Volkanovski continue his reign as the promotion’s top featherweight.

Volkanovski faced interim champ Yair Rodriguez in the main event, and eventually stopped the dangerous striker with … Read More

By Kelsey Mowatt

Robert Whittaker is a heavy favorite to record another victory this Saturday at UFC 290. But, the former middleweight champ insists the worst thing he could do, would be to underestimate his opponent, Dricus Du Plessis.

Whittaker … Read More

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Following Sean Strickland’s stoppage win at UFC Vegas 76, the polarizing fighter says he deserves to fight for the promotion’s middleweight title.

Strickland faced Abus Magomedov in the card’s main event, and after losing the opening round, … Read More

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Kelvin Gastelum has recorded some pretty big wins during his lengthy, UFC run. But, the middleweight contender understands his victory at UFC 287 ranks as one of his most important.

Gastelum faced Chris Curtis at the recent, … Read More

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Here are the weigh-in results for UFC 287, which will take place Saturday in Miami, Florida.

In the main event, middleweight champion Alex Pereira will battle rival and former champ, Israel Adesanya.

The card’s co-headliner will see … Read More

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Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland are set to fight other opponents at UFC 287 on Saturday, but the two needed to be separated in the event hotel’s lobby.

Recently, videos have been shared out on social media, … Read More

By Kelsey Mowatt

Since Alex Pereira secured the UFC’s middleweight crown, Khamzat Chimaev hasn’t been shy in sharing his thoughts about the champ, and Jorge Masvidal isn’t having it.

Pereira became the promotion’s new middleweight champ in November, by stopping … Read More

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After going throughout 2022 without competing, Nick Diaz says he wants to fight, and he wants to fight soon.

The 39-year-old star hasn’t fought since September, 2021, when he lost via TKO (retirement) to Robbie Lawler. The … Read More

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Main Card:

Israel Adesanya def. Jared Cannonier via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45)

Alexander Volkanovski def. Max Holloway via unanimous decision (50-45, 50-45, 50-45)

Alex Pereira def. Sean Strickland via knockout (punches) – Round 1, 2:36

Bryan … Read More

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Main Card:

Israel Adesanya(183.5) vs. Jared Cannonier(183.5)

Alexander Volkanovski (144.5) vs. Max Holloway (144.5)

Alex Pereira (184.5) vs. Sean Strickland (185.5)

Bryan Barberena (170.5) vs. Robbie Lawler (171)

Pedro Munhoz (135.5) vs. Sean O’Malley (135)

Prelims:

Brad … Read More

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The UFC officially announced Marvin Vettori versus Robert Whittaker is set for their September 3rd event. Bout will be contested at middleweight(185). Location will be at the Accor Arena in Paris, France.

Both fighters are looking to … Read More