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LIVE: Kamaru Usman vs Dricus du Plessis — round-by-round updates
Live round-by-round updates from Kamaru Usman vs Dricus du Plessis at UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs Usman. Cards refresh every round.
UFC 329 pulls 15.9 million viewers on Paramount+
The Holloway-McGregor rematch drew 15.9 million total viewers across the U.S. and Latin America, falling just short of the UFC White House card's record.
Volkan Oezdemir announces 16-month suspension for EPO
Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger Volkan Oezdemir revealed he tested positive for EPO in February and will serve a 16-month suspension.
Johnny Eblen: Impa Kasanganay has only puncher's chance at PFL Austin
Eblen believes Kasanganay can't win by decision or grappling in their interim middleweight title rematch Saturday night in Texas.
Ricci welcomes quick turnaround for Kline clash
Tabatha Ricci says she is excited to face Fatima Kline on a quick turnaround. The UFC strawweight confirmed her enthusiasm for the upcoming bout.
Vergil Ortiz Jr settles with Golden Boy, eyes Boots Ennis
Vergil Ortiz Jr has resolved his promotional dispute with Golden Boy and says the Jaron Ennis fight remains his target after Ennis won two belts last month.
Volkan Oezdemir suspended 16 months after EPO violation
UFC light heavyweight Volkan Oezdemir disclosed a 16-month ban after testing positive for EPO in February, calling it the biggest mistake of his life.
Conor McGregor awaiting surgery, says UFC 329 win may have triggered relapse
McGregor told fans he avoided mind-altering substances after his 69-second knee injury at UFC 329, but suggested a different result could have restarted his addiction cycle.
Jon Jones dismisses Usyk boxing talk, remains in USADA pool
Jones told Ring Magazine he has no interest in boxing Oleksandr Usyk but has not officially retired from MMA and continues to submit to USADA testing.
Aljamain Sterling sympathizes with Conor McGregor injury
Sterling, who returned from career-threatening neck surgery to win the UFC bantamweight title, says McGregor can bounce back from his blown knee at UFC 329.
Conor McGregor dismisses injury rumors, calls for Holloway rematch
McGregor shut down theories he was compromised before UFC 329, saying his knee was healthy until the opening kick. He wants Holloway for his final contracted fight.
Conor McGregor UFC 329 injury sparks conspiracy theories
MMA Mania's latest mailbag tackles reader questions about whether Conor McGregor entered UFC 329 already compromised, with some fans calling his knee injury a cash grab.
Claressa Shields targeting Lauren Price bout while Salita eyes deal
Shields drops to 160 pounds to pursue Olympic champion Price, with promoter Dmitry Salita claiming a framework deal was nearly done months ago.
Noah Starowicz lands jumping switch kick KO in pro MMA debut
Amateur standout Noah Starowicz knocked out Jahrael Cromartie with a jumping switch kick at Ultimate Battlegrounds 29, executing the technique McGregor blew his knee attempting.
Navajo Stirling replaces Guskov, faces Jan Blachowicz at UFC Belgrade
Undefeated City Kickboxing prospect Navajo Stirling will fight former champion Jan Blachowicz in the co-main event of UFC Belgrade on Aug. 1.
Chase Hooper says he's 'moving into middle-aged in MMA years'
Chase Hooper says he is 'moving into middle-aged in MMA years' despite being under 30, reflecting on his career longevity ahead of UFC Oklahoma City.
Cannonier blames Italian meal for poor UFC performance
Jared Cannonier says he will never eat Italian food before a UFC fight again after a difficult experience inside the octagon left him rethinking his preparation.
MMA Mania Friday Open Thread: Celebrity deaths and sumo chaos
MMA Mania's July 17 open thread asks which celebrity death hit readers hardest, while highlighting a wild sumo bout from Japan's summer tournament.
Jon Jones challenges Usyk to cage fight, won't box
Jon Jones says he'll fight Oleksandr Usyk only under MMA rules, rejecting a potential boxing match promoted by Turki Alalshikh after Usyk's title vacations.
Chantelle Reid targets Commonwealth gold after comeback from spinal injury
English boxer Chantelle Reid, who retired in her teens due to degenerative disc disease, is now a World Championship bronze medalist competing in Glasgow.