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Kongthoranee On Rodtang Versus Nong-O Quarterfinal
Thai contender Kongthoranee Sor Sommai leans 60-40 toward Rodtang against Nong-O in the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai Grand Prix quarterfinal on November 13.
Longo Questions UFC Influence On Controversial Standup
Veteran coach Ray Longo questioned whether the UFC influenced Dan Miragliotta's widely criticized standup during the UFC Vegas 123 main event between Tom Nolan and Renato Moicano.
Whittaker Offers Pereira Light Heavyweight Return Fight
Robert Whittaker says he would welcome Alex Pereira back to 205 pounds. The former UFC middleweight champion floated the matchup in a recent interview.
Walker On UFC's Heavyweight Plans After Parkin Win
Johnny Walker wanted a gradual move to heavyweight after stopping Mick Parkin. The UFC had other ideas, booking him to headline Vegas on nine days' notice.

McGregor Denies Laughing At Covington After Grappling Loss
Conor McGregor says broadcast footage of him laughing during Colby Covington's submission loss to Raul Rosas Jr. at Hype FC in Rome was edited to mislead viewers.
Chimaev Teammate Susurkaev Lands UFC 335 Fight
Baisangur Susurkaev will face Damian Pinas at UFC 335 on Dec. 12 in Las Vegas, per VestnikMMA, as their online feud moves to the Octagon.

White Admits Booking Hokit Against Tougher Opponents
The UFC CEO told The Jim Rome Show he gave Josh Hokit difficult fights after the heavyweight's controversial interviews. Hokit fights for the title November 14.
Erosa On MMA Career After UFC Vegas 123 Knockout
Julian Erosa called his first-round stoppage of Jeong Yeong Lee at UFC Vegas 123 the perfect ending to his MMA career, telling BJPENN.com he couldn't have scripted it better.

McGregor Reveals UFC Exit Plan, Bareknuckle Debut Timeline
Conor McGregor told fans at a Rome event he will lay down his gloves after one final UFC fight — then move to bareknuckle boxing in 2027.
Magomedov Banks On Wrestling To Beat Gabriel At ONE 49
Magomed Magomedov accepted a lightweight main event on short notice and believes his mat game will overwhelm Lucas Gabriel at ONE Fight Night 49 on November 6.

Crawford Hints At Comeback With 'Maybe One More' Post
Terence Crawford, who retired in December as undisputed super middleweight champion, posted 'Maybe one more!' on social media Tuesday, calling out Ryan Garcia and Gervonta Davis.
Connor On Who Deserves Hall Of Fame Nod
Ring columnist Patrick Connor weighs who deserves induction from a 48-fighter ballot that includes Gilberto Román, Israel Vázquez, and Vernon Forrest.
UFC Owners Confirm HBO Expansion Talks
TKO president Mark Shapiro said the UFC is in talks to expand beyond Paramount+ and onto HBO, TNT, and other Warner Bros. networks following the $110 billion merger.

Dana White On Makhachev's UFC 336 Pullout
UFC CEO Dana White says Islam Makhachev's decision not to defend his welterweight title at UFC 336 in January comes down to finances, as the champion has accumulated enough wealth to be selective.

Harrison Pursues Second Belt After Nunes Win
Kayla Harrison will chase featherweight gold if she beats Amanda Nunes at UFC 334, per ranked bantamweight Melissa Croden, while a Nunes win likely leads to retirement.
Hooker Details Quick Turnaround For Ortega Fight
Dan Hooker says he pushed for a fast return after his first-round loss in Paris, calling for Brian Ortega at UFC Qatar to get back on track.

Dana White On Moicano's Controversial Stand-Up
Dana White defended Dan Miragliotta after the referee stood Renato Moicano up from back control at UFC Halloween, questioning whether the Brazilian was advancing the position.

Dana White Defends Dan Miragliotta After UFC Vegas 123
UFC CEO Dana White backed referee Dan Miragliotta after his controversial standup during the Renato Moicano vs. Tom Nolan main event at UFC Vegas 123.

Tyson Honored In Brazil For Historic 1986 Title Win
Mike Tyson will receive a commemorative plaque in Sao Paulo on Nov. 21, marking 40 years since he became the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history.
Buckley Threatens Poirier After Racial Slur Arrest
Joaquin Buckley called out Dustin Poirier on social media following the former champion's arrest for public intoxication and use of a racial slur.