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UFC Signs Sports Diplomacy Deal with U.S. State Department
The UFC has signed a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Department of State to establish a sports diplomacy partnership that will send fighters abroad as ambassadors.
Kavanagh vs. Royval Odds and Prediction at UFC 329
Lone'er Kavanagh meets Brandon Royval at UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas. Royval opened as a -225 favourite despite two straight losses at flyweight.
MMA Mania opens mailbag ahead of UFC 329 and McGregor return
MMA Mania is collecting reader questions for its weekly mailbag as UFC 329 approaches, with Conor McGregor's comeback anchoring the card.

Molly McCann explains why Katie Taylor family link stayed private
Molly McCann tells BBC Sport she kept her family connection to Katie Taylor quiet because the boxer doesn't speak much and she didn't want to ride coat-tails.

Conor McGregor's Decline: From $100M Payday to Legal Troubles
McGregor's career has spiraled since the 2017 Mayweather bout netted him over $100 million. One UFC win and multiple arrests, lawsuits, and allegations have followed.
Conor McGregor and King Green get custom Venum shorts for UFC 329
McGregor's design includes gorilla motifs and Celtic clovers for his children ahead of his July 11 clash with Max Holloway in Las Vegas.
Conor McGregor returns to UFC in July against Max Holloway
UFC president Dana White confirmed Saturday that Conor McGregor will face Max Holloway in July, marking the Irishman's return after years of inactivity.
Conor McGregor arrives in Las Vegas ahead of UFC 329 fight
McGregor touched down in Vegas four days before his scheduled UFC 329 bout with Max Holloway, dismissing speculation he might withdraw from Saturday's main event.
Matt Brown: Conor McGregor might be at his best at UFC 329
Former UFC welterweight contender Matt Brown believes Conor McGregor's need to prove doubters wrong could fuel his best performance in years at UFC 329 against Max Holloway.
Max Holloway told Jon Anik about middleweight plans years ago
UFC commentator Jon Anik says Max Holloway told him 8 or 9 years ago he'd fight at 185 pounds before his career ends, ahead of Saturday's welterweight bout with Conor McGregor.

Nate Diaz calls for Mike Perry rematch, fans beg him to stop
Diaz wants another shot at Perry after losing via doctor stoppage in May, but longtime fans are urging the 41-year-old to chase McGregor 3 or retire instead.
UFC Shanghai adds Borjas vs Tsuruya flyweight bout
Kevin Borjas will face Rei Tsuruya at 125 pounds when the UFC returns to China on Aug. 29, multiple outlets report.
Greg Jackson: Gable Steveson Most Talented Athlete I've Seen
Legendary MMA coach Greg Jackson says Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson has unprecedented athletic ability ahead of his UFC 329 debut against Elisha Ellison.

Pimblett Wants McGregor At MSG
Paddy Pimblett is fighting in the co-main event of UFC 329 against Benoit Saint-Denis, as he is already eying other targets.
Joshua Pacio faces Mansur Malachiev for strawweight title at ONE
Joshua Pacio and Mansur Malachiev meet Friday in Bangkok with the ONE strawweight MMA world title on the line at The Inner Circle 21.
Craig Jones recalls Islam Makhachev UFC 322 cage-side roasting
Jones says Makhachev screamed 'Where is your jiu-jitsu now?' at him during UFC 322 as Jack Della Maddalena got dominated for five rounds.
Dustin Poirier reveals brain scarring behind UFC retirement
Former UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier disclosed brain scarring and behavioral changes as key factors in his decision to walk away from competition.
Dustin Poirier cites brain scarring, behavior shifts in retirement
Poirier says neurological damage and personality changes played a key role in his decision to step away from the octagon after a decorated UFC career.
Jon Jones picks Ronaldo over Messi in GOAT debate
Jon Jones sided with Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi when asked to choose between the soccer legends, citing their Instagram friendship.
Dustin Poirier seeks to apologize to officer after airport arrest
Poirier has asked his lawyer to obtain contact details for the officer he threatened during a July incident at Atlanta's airport, saying he wants to praise the officer's professionalism.