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Stephen Thompson apparently had never called out someone on Twitter, but recently “Wonderboy” changed that by challenging Leon Edwards.

The 37-year-old Thompson (15-4-1) hasn’t fought since last November, when he outscored Vicent Luque for the decision win.… Read More

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Leon Edwards has been trying to secure a fight with Jorge Masvidal, ever since their well documented backstage altercation in 2019. Now the welterweight contender has stepped up his verbal attacks on Masvidal, and he’s claiming the fighter’s… Read More

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Although the UFC will be holding cards on May 9th, it doesn’t sound like Michael Chiesa will be competing on any cards in the near future.

Due to restrictions on public gatherings and travel to battle the… Read More

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After going through 2019 without competing, UFC welterweight contender Santiago Ponzinibbio is targeting his Octagon return.

Ponzinibbio (27-3) hasn’t fought since November, 2018, when he KO’d Neil Magny. The Argentinean spent time on the sidelines as a… Read More

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Colby Covington has been driving for a rematch with welterweight champ, Kamaru Usman, but Michael Chiesa is still hoping to face “Chaos” next.

Following Chiesa’s decision win over Rafael dos Anjos last month, the former welterweight called… Read More

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After scoring a vicious, knockout win over Gregor Gillespie in November, Kevin Lee is looking to build on that momentum with another big victory against Charles Oliveira.

Lee has been booked to fight the lightweight contender at… Read More

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship has added a pivotal fight to its upcoming schedule, as it’s being reported that Kevin Lee will fight Charles Oliveira.

The lightweight contenders have been booked to fight at UFC Brasilia on March… Read More

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The UFC continues to build out its spring schedule, as it’s being reported that a bout between Tyron Woodley and Leon Edwards is planned.

The welterweight contenders are expected to fight at the UFC’s March 28th event… Read More

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Following Kevin Lee’s vicious, knockout win at UFC 244, the lightweight is hoping to secure a bout with Conor McGregor next. But, “The Motown Phenom” believes certain stakeholders will go out of their way to make sure… Read More

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Kevin Lee has faced top-tier contenders and former champs like Tony Ferguson, Rafael dos Anjos and Edson Barboza during his UFC run. But recently the lightweight reported he believes Gregor Gillespie will be his toughest fight yet.… Read More

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Recently it was announced that Stephen Thompson will battle Vicente Luque at UFC 244, and it looks like “Wonderboy” won’t be looking past the surging welterweight.

Heading into the upcoming fight, Luque (17-6-1) is riding a six-fight… Read More

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Kevin Lee isn’t planning to continue fighting at welterweight after all, as “The Motown Phenom” has decided to return to the lightweight division. In addition, Lee is hoping to lock up a bout with rising lightweight, Islam… Read More

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Although Kevin Lee came up short in his fight with welterweight contender Rafael dos Anjos in May, the fighter says he plans to compete at 170 moving forward.

Lee decided to move up to 170 for his… Read More

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Following Jorge Masvidal’s emphatic, record fast knockout of Ben Askren at UFC 239, “Gamebred” has been calling for a title shot or a bout with Conor McGregor. But, as it stands right now, it seems pretty clear… Read More

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Due to Jorge Masvidal’s emphatic, KO win over Ben Askren at UFC 239, the consensus has been that “Gamebred” is currently the front runner for a shot at the welterweight title. But, recently Dana White reported that… Read More

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Jorge Masvidal electrified the MMA world at UFC 239 by knocking out Ben Askren in just 5 seconds. But, following Leon Edwards’ win at UFC Sacramento, the welterweight blasted the abilities of both Askren and Masvidal.

Edwards… Read More

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Leon Edwards is pushing for a bout with rival Jorge Masvidal next, following his win at UFC San Antonio, but “Gamebred” has another fight in mind.

After Edwards worked his way to an impressive, decision win over Rafael… Read More

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For some time, Colby Covington has been calling for a title fight with UFC welterweight champ Kamaru Usman, and the expectation was that “Chaos” would get his wish. But, now it’s being reported that a fight between… Read More

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Leon Edwards may not be a household name in combat sports yet, but his brother Fabian says fans will need to respect “Rocky”, if he beats Rafael dos Anjos next month.

On account of a seven-fight winning streak,… Read More

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The UFC’s upcoming card in San Antonio will feature a fight between lightweight contenders Alex Hernandez and Francisco Trinaldo.

Recently the promotion announced the match-up for the July 20th event.

Hernandez (10-2) will be fighting for the… Read More