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• Al Iaquinta on UFC Athlete Retreat: ‘I Felt Uncomfortable Being There’

  22-05-2017 23:10
  
  Al Iaquinta still isn’t chummy with the folks at the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). When “Raging” announced his return to the Octagon, many thought he patched things up with the UFC. Iaquinta went on a hiatus because he was unhappy with the amount of money he was making. He returned last month and starched Diego […]
  
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• Cris Cyborg cited for battery after punching Angela Magana at UFC Athlete Retreat

  22-05-2017 23:02
  
  Cris Cyborg could be in some hot water with the law.
  The top UFC female star punched fellow fighter Angela Magana in the face Sunday during an altercation at the UFC Athlete Retreat in Las Vegas. Cyborg is being cited for misdemeanor battery by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and could have to appear in court, police public information officer Larry Hadfield confirmed with MMA Fighting on Monday. She will not be arrested.
  TMZ was the first to report the citation.
  Magana went to the
  
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• Floyd Mayweather: ‘I Look Forward to Signing my End of The Deal’ to Fight Conor McGregor

  22-05-2017 22:41
  
  If Floyd Mayweather signs on the dotted line, he will get his super fight with Conor McGregor. Late last week, McGregor signed his portion of the deal alongside Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) President Dana White. Once the deal was signed, all eyes were on Mayweather, who was in attendance to see Gervonta Davis finish Liam […]
  
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• Vitor Belfort Ahead of UFC 212: I Will Leave the UFC, But I Will Continue Competing

  22-05-2017 22:08 via sherdog.com
  
  Vitor Belfort's alleged last Ultimate Fighting Championship is on the horizon but don't think that means “The Phenom” is ready to call it a career.
  
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• Al Iaquinta explains why he left fighter retreat, compares UFC to strip club

  22-05-2017 22:06
  
  Al Iaquinta wanted to go skydiving at 4 a.m. in Las Vegas this weekend. Given the hour, the facility wasn’t open, so he ended up hanging out at the bar at the Sapphire Gentleman’s Club.It was there that Iaquinta came up with a comparison: given his current situation, the UFC is like how he views a strip club.
  “Do you want to f*ck?” Iaquinta told Ariel Helwani on Monday’s edition of The MMA Hour. “Let me know. Until then, I’m sitting by the bar. I don&rsq
  
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• Video emerges of Cris Cyborg punching Angela Magana at UFC Athlete Retreat

  22-05-2017 20:11
  
  Once news broke that Cris Cyborg and Angela Magana got into a physical altercation at the UFC’s Athlete Retreat in Las Vegas over the weekend, it was only inevitable that video emerged. And so it has.
  Cyborg confronted Magana at the event on Sunday, sources told MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani, with things ultimately turning heated and Cyborg throwing a punch at Magana. The Brazilian champion was upset over various social media posts made by Magana, according to sources, in particular a
  
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• ‘Cris Cyborg,’ Angela Magana Involved in Altercation Over Social Media Jabs at UFC Athlete Retreat

  22-05-2017 19:17 via sherdog.com
  
  The Ultimate Fighting Championship's Athlete Retreat certainly isn't a vacation or a picnic.
  
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• As Expected, Vitor Belfort Will Not Retire Following UFC 212

  22-05-2017 17:13
  
  Yes, UFC 212 marks the final fight in the UFC career of former champion Vitor Belfort. But “The Phenom” is not walking away from competition completely. Belfort will take on Nate Marquardt next month from Brazil, looking to snap a three-fight losing skid. After that, he said he’ll “continue competing” in an interview with Veja […]
  
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• UFC Fight Night 114 Will Feature Flyweights Sergio Pettis, Brandon Moreno

  22-05-2017 17:09
  
  A flyweight battle between Sergio Pettis and Brandon Moreno will headline UFC Fight Night 114, the promotion announced. The card takes place August 5 from Mexico City and will air live on FOX Sports 1. Pettis, the younger brother of former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis, has picked up wins in each of his last […]
  
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• Angela Magana Speaks Out on Incident Involving Cris Cyborg

  22-05-2017 17:04
  
  UFC fighter – yes, she is still under contract with the UFC – Angela Magana was reportedly involved in an incident with Cris Cyborg while both were in Las Vegas for the UFC Fighter Retreat over the weekend. Initial reports stated that Magana was knocked out by Cyborg for comments she has made towards the […]
  
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• Vitor Belfort says he will ‘leave the UFC' after next fight, but might not retire

  22-05-2017 17:00
  
  Vitor Belfort asked for a retirement fight in his hometown right after his loss to Kelvin Gastelum in March, and the UFC booked him to compete in Rio de Janeiro. However, it turns out that “The Phenom” might continue fighting after all.
  Belfort is set to take on Nate Marquardt at UFC 212 at the Jeunesse Arena on June 3, looking to snap a three-fight winless skid, and changed his tone on what’s next for him after the last bout of his current deal with the UFC.
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• Pros react to UFC Athlete retreat 2017

  22-05-2017 15:00
  
  Over the weekend, a big part of the UFC roster had an interesting time Las Vegas to say the least.Many UFC fighters from around the globe were flown to Las Vegas for the 2017 UFC Athlete Retreat, which began on Friday and ended on Sunday night. The event, organized by the new owners of the UFC WME|IMG, took place at the new company headquarters and training facility. The 2017 UFC Athlete Retreat included many events and seminars with notable names such as Kobe Bryant, Michael Strahan and more, a
  
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• The MMA Hour with Stipe Miocic, Rory MacDonald, Al Iaquinta, Derrick Lewis, Tony Ferguson, Jorge Masvidal, Yair Rodriguez, Michael Page, Kajan Johnson, Mia Kang in studio

  22-05-2017 14:00
  
  The MMA Hour is back in your life. Below is a rundown of Monday's show:
  1 p.m. ET -- Rory MacDonald will talk about his successful Bellator debut on Friday night.
  1:15 p.m. -- Michael Page will discuss the incident with Paul Daley following the Bellator 179 main event and his recent knee injury.
  1:30 p.m. -- Yair Rodriguez will look back on his loss to Frankie Edgar at UFC 211.
  1:45 p.m. -- Derrick Lewis will preview next month's main event against Mark Hunt.
  2:05 p.m. -- Jorge Masvidal will loo
  
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• The MMA Hour with Stipe Miocic, Rory MacDonald, Al Iaquinta, Derrick Lewis, Jorge Masvidal, Yair Rodriguez, Michael Page, Mia Kang in studio

  22-05-2017 14:00
  
  The MMA Hour is back in your life. Below is a rundown of Monday's show:
  1:00 p.m. ET -- Rory MacDonald will talk about his successful Bellator debut on Friday night.
  1:15 p.m. -- Michael Page will discuss the incident with Paul Daley following the Bellator 179 main event and his recent knee injury.
  1:30 p.m. -- Yair Rodriguez will look back on his loss to Frankie Edgar at UFC 211.
  1:45 p.m. -- Derrick Lewis will preview next month's main event against Mark Hunt.
  2:05 p.m. -- Jorge Masvidal will
  
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• Morning Report: Floyd Mayweather Jr. on Conor McGregor fight: ‘I look forward to signing my end of the deal’

  22-05-2017 14:00
  
  Last week, UFC President Dana White said he and lightweight champion Conor McGregor had come to terms over the possible boxing match against Floyd Mayweather Jr. After locking up terms with his own fighter, the next step for White is to deal with Mayweather and his team to make the fight a reality, and though White has yet to have the chance to do so, things seem to be looking hopeful.
  Over the weekend, Gervonta Davis, a fighter Mayweather promotes, successfully defended his IBF junior lightweig
  
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• Santiago Ponzinibbio on Gunnar Nelson Bout: ‘I Was Already Expecting a Big Fight’

  22-05-2017 13:20
  
  Santiago Ponzinibbio says he knew he’d get a step up in competition after winning four in a row. On July 16, Ponzinibbio will meet Gunnar Nelson inside The SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland for UFC Fight Night 113. It’s a big opportunity for Ponzinibbio, who is currently the 13th ranked welterweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship […]
  
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• Rory MacDonald Says Winning is a ‘Good Feeling to Have Back’

  22-05-2017 12:54
  
  It took Rory MacDonald a while to get back in the win column, but he did so in dominant fashion. Before stepping inside the SSE Arena, Wembley in London, England this past Friday night (May 19), MacDonald had a lot to prove. He went one-on-one with a tough competitor in Paul Daley. MacDonald hadn’t won […]
  
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• Amanda Nunes Says She Wants to See Cris Cyborg Hold UFC Gold

  22-05-2017 12:24
  
  Amanda Nunes would rather rule the roost at 135 pounds, than meet Cris Cyborg unprepared in the women’s featherweight division. Nunes will defend her Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women’s bantamweight title against Valentina Shevchenko on July 8. The two are set to meet again inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 213. […]
  
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• Cynthia Calvillo’s Smirk Gives Joanne Calderwood Added Motivation

  22-05-2017 09:13
  
  For Joanne Calderwood, a simple facial expression is all she needs to read an underlying message. Calderwood is scheduled to meet Cynthia Calvillo inside the The SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland for UFC Fight Night 113. The two participated in the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) “Summer Kickoff” press conference. “JoJo” told Ariel Helwani on MMAFighting.com‘s “The […]
  
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• Video: Watch The Full Episode of UFC Fight Night 109 Countdown

  22-05-2017 08:46
  
  The countdown to UFC Fight Night 109 has been uploaded on the official YouTube channel of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). On Sunday (May 28), Alexander Gustafsson will do battle with Glover Teixeira inside the Ericsson Globe in Stockholm, Sweden. It’s a pivotal bout in the UFC’s light heavyweight division, as “The Mauler” is ranked number […]
  
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• Quote: ‘Conor McGregor is One of The Best Boxers I’ve Ever Seen’

  22-05-2017 07:05
  
  The man Conor McGregor once ripped is giving him a ton of praise. When McGregor was set to fight Eddie Alvarez for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) lightweight title, he didn’t hold back during press conferences. “Notorious” once said, “fu*k Mark Henry,” who is Alvarez’s coach and is well respected in mixed martial arts (MMA). […]
  
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• UFC selects Hospital for Special Surgery as global brand's first ever official hospital

  22-05-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  
  LAS VEGAS UFC® today announced that Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) will serve as the global brand’s first-ever official hospital. The new multi-year partnership provides UFC with access to the hospital’s sports medicine physicians, who will serve as orthopedic consultants in conjunction with the brand’s medical team. “We are excited to partner with a world-class medical provider of HSS’ caliber,” UFC Chief Operating Officer Ike Lawrence Epstein said. &
  
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• Stockholm Cheat Sheet: All you need to know before fight night

  22-05-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  
  Think you know how the next fight card will play out? Play UFC Pick 'EmAs the UFC returns to Sweden this weekend, the main event pits two of the top light heavyweights in the world together in a matchup that could determine the next No. 1 contender in the division. Alexander Gustafsson has long clamored for a second shot at either Jon Jones or Daniel Cormier and he could earn that opportunity if he can pick up a win while competing in front of his home country fans. The same could be said for Gl
  
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• On the Rise: Stockholm Edition

  22-05-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  
  This weekend, the UFC returns to Sweden with a card headlined by perennial light heavyweight contenders Glover Teixeira and Alexander Gustafsson and featuring an array of emerging talents battling to make a name for themselves and establish their footing in their respective divisions. It’s the kind of card that usually features one or two upstarts taking another step forward and delivering the kind of performance it takes to stand out from the pack.Here’s a look at three fighters who
  
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• During time away Ramsey Nijem found reason to keep fighting

  22-05-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  
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  Ramsey Nijem needed a break. Not surprising since he hadn’t had one since he was a child.“I started training when I was a little kid,” he explains. “My dad trained us, made us go to boxing and then into wrestling. I went to college wrestling, then straight from that to fighting pro and then into the UFC. I hadn’t had a break since I was 5 years old, so I think that was a big thing.”It was. So big that when he was released from his UFC contract after a
  
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• Mark Hunt on UFC Lawsuit: ‘This Sh*t is Going All The Way’

  22-05-2017 05:44
  
  Mark Hunt isn’t letting up on his fight against performance enhancing drug (PED) use in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Hunt was last seen competing at UFC 209 inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada back in March. He was finished in the third round against Alistair Overeem. It was “Super Samoan’s” first bout […]
  
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• Amanda Nunes: ‘It Doesn’t Make Sense to be a Champion & be Afraid’

  22-05-2017 04:41
  
  Amanda Nunes says she doesn’t fear any challenger, including Valentina Shevchenko. Nunes, who is the reigning Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) women’s bantamweight title holder, is set to defend her title against Shevchenko at UFC 213 inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 8. Speaking with A.G. Fight, Nunes said this is her […]
  
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• Scott Coker Feels Rory MacDonald Can Spark Canadian MMA Market Again

  22-05-2017 04:07
  
  Bellator President Scott Coker has a star welterweight in Rory MacDonald, who could reignite the mixed martial arts (MMA) scene in Canada. This past Friday (May 19), MacDonald earned second-round submission victory over Paul Daley inside the SSE Arena, Wembley in London, England. The win has earned “Red King” a shot at the Bellator welterweight […]
  
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• Linton Vassell: ‘I Don’t See Why I Shouldn’t Get That World Title Shot Next’

  22-05-2017 02:21
  
  Linton Vassell feels he deserves a shot at Bellator gold after earning his third straight win. Vassell is coming off a third-round submission victory over former light heavyweight champion Liam McGeary. His wrestling made the difference in the fight and he was able to overwhelm the former title holder. It was Vassell’s second win against […]
  
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• UFC’s Johnny Eduardo says his girlfriend fought while pregnant in Europe

  22-05-2017 02:00
  
  Johnny Eduardo will step back inside the Octagon on June 3, as he meets Matthew Lopez at Rio de Janeiro’s UFC 212, and has experienced mixed emotions months before the event.
  Days after his second-round victory over Manny Gamburyan in November, Eduardo flew to Finland to corner his girlfriend Vanessa Melo in MMA fight. Melo was fighting Suvi Salmimies at Cage 37, but no one knew that Melo got pregnant days before the bout.
  "I’m already a father of three girls (Julia, Juliana and Lore
  
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• Cris Cyborg, Angela Magana involved in physical altercation at UFC Athlete Retreat

  22-05-2017 01:45
  
  Cris Cyborg and another UFC female fighter had an altercation at the UFC Athlete Retreat on Sunday and things got physical.
  Upset over tweets posted by Angela Magana, Cyborg confronted Magana during the event in Las Vegas, sources told MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani. After heated words, Cyborg punched Magana in the face, sources said. Magana was rocked a bit by the punch, but did not fall down. She was then taken away, sources said.
  Cris Cyborg & Angela Magana just got into an altercatio
  
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• Tyron Woodley Says GSP is The Best Fight For Him in Any Situation

  22-05-2017 01:03
  
  Tyron Woodley knows Demian Maia should be next, but he’s still eyeing Georges St-Pierre. “The Chosen One” will defend his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight title for the third time in the near future. Dana White told Maia he has the next shot, but promises don’t always hold true. With Georges St-Pierre seemingly out of […]
  
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• Francis Ngannou Unimpressed by Stipe Miocic’s UFC 211 Performance

  22-05-2017 00:39
  
  Francis Ngannou saw Stipe Miocic’s first-round TKO win at UFC 211 and he feels it leaves a lot to be desired. Ngannou, who is currently the fifth ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight, has been making some waves with his power. After his first-round TKO victory over Andrei Arlovski, many have wondered what’s next for […]
  
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• Joanne Calderwood fueled by Cynthia Calvillo’s ‘smirk’ at Summer Kickoff staredown

  22-05-2017 00:00
  
  Joanne Calderwood wasn’t too excited to leave her training camp in Montreal to attend last week’s UFC Summer Kickoff press conference in Dallas. But luckily for her, the trip ended up adding more fuel to her fire following a contentious staredown with opponent Cynthia Calvillo.
  “I didn’t really want to miss training, but I’m so glad that I went,” Calderwood said Monday on The MMA Hour, “because that smirk just adds a little bit more fierceness to my trai
  
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