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Pantoja Says He's Done Selling Van Rematch
Alexandre Pantoja says he won't engage in trash talk ahead of his UFC 331 flyweight title defense against Joshua Van on Saturday, stating his focus is solely on the fight itself.
Coker Says Ki MMA Can Build Star In One Year
Scott Coker told MMA Junkie his new promotion Ki MMA can turn a prospect into a recognizable name in 12 months through its 32-fighter tournament format.
Van Predicts Third-Round Finish Of Pantoja At UFC 331
Joshua Van and Alexandre Pantoja each predict stoppage wins in their UFC 331 flyweight title rematch Sept. 19 in Los Angeles, with both fighters claiming to have identified exploitable weaknesses.
White On Contender Series Signee: 'Greatest Talent' Ever
Dana White called new UFC signee Akbar Abdullaev the greatest talent in Contender Series history after his 20-second knockout earned him a contract Tuesday night.
Tsarukyan Is Ruffy's 'Worst Stylistic Matchup,' Coach Says
Anderson Franca believes Arman Tsarukyan presents unique problems for Mauricio Ruffy ahead of their UFC 331 co-main event Sept. 19 in Los Angeles.
Jones Piles On Aspinall After Heavyweight Title Exit
Jon Jones backed criticism of Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the UFC heavyweight title, agreeing with fans who questioned the Brit's readiness for a Gane rematch.
Makhachev Fires Back At Jones After Legacy Claim
Islam Makhachev responded to Jon Jones' claim of UFC superiority by pointing to the former champion's history of rule violations and legal troubles.
Abdullaev Lands UFC Deal With 19-Second KO
Akbar Abdullaev stopped Ednilson Barros Santos in 19 seconds on Dana White's Contender Series, becoming the first Kyrgyz fighter to earn a UFC contract on the show.
White Hails 'Greatest Talent' In DWCS History After 19-Second KO
Dana White called Akbar Abdullaev possibly the best prospect ever on Contender Series after the Kyrgyz lightweight knocked out his opponent in 19 seconds at DWCS Week 6.
Abdullaev's 19-Second KO Earns Four DWCS Contracts
Akbar Abdullaev landed a jaw-dropping one-punch knockout in 19 seconds on Tuesday's Contender Series, earning a UFC contract alongside three others.
Abdullaev Stops Pereira's Training Partner In 19 Seconds
Akbar Abdullaev destroyed Ednilson Santos with one overhand right on Dana White's Contender Series, improving his record to 14-0 with all finishes.
Loman Finds Victory In BRAVE CF 108 Return
Stephen Loman lost at BRAVE CF 108 but counted his first fight in three years as a personal win after the long layoff from competition.
Hunt Faces Perea In DWCS Main Event
Zevan Hunt takes on Mayton Perea in the DWCS welterweight headliner Tuesday night at the UFC Apex, with both fighters carrying knockout streaks into the cage.
Abdullaev Targets Contract At Contender Series 10
Undefeated lightweight Akbar Abdullaev headlines a five-fight card at UFC Contender Series season 10, episode 6, streaming live on Paramount+ tonight.
Klarob And Sornsueknoi Chase Contract At ONE 171
Klarob NuiCafeboran meets Sornsueknoi FA Group in Friday's flyweight main event at Lumpinee Stadium, with both fighters hunting the $100,000 contract deal.
O'Malley On Throwing Hat At Drunk Fan During Noche UFC
Sean O'Malley says he threw a balled-up hat at an intoxicated heckler during Tommy McMillen's walkout at Noche UFC 4 in Glendale after two minutes of insults.
Van And Tsarukyan Reveal Custom Shorts Before UFC 331
Flyweight champion Joshua Van and lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan have both received custom fight kits ahead of their UFC 331 bouts this Saturday in Los Angeles.
Diaz On McGregor's UFC 329 Injury
Nate Diaz expressed sympathy for Conor McGregor's latest setback while keeping the door open for a trilogy fight between the longtime rivals.
Topuria's Coach Shuts Down Dana White's Return Claims
Ilia Topuria's coach Jesus Gallo says the former champion hasn't begun MMA training yet, contradicting Dana White's recent suggestion that a comeback fight is imminent.
Volkanovski Submits NFL Giant In Wild Challenge Video
Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski took on 6-foot-8 Eagles lineman Jordan Mailata in a series of striking and grappling challenges.