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• UFC on Fox 28 Update: Alan Jouban vs. Ben Saunders Booked for Orlando on Feb. 24

  21-12-2017 23:30 via sherdog.com
  Welterweights Alan Jouban and Ben Saunders will lock horns at UFC on Fox 28 in Orlando on Feb. 24.
  
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• Sage Northcutt vs. Thibault Gouti announced for UFC Austin

  21-12-2017 23:30
  Sage Northcutt is coming home.
  A native of Katy, Texas, Northcutt returns to compete in The Lone Star State for the first time in over two years when he takes on Thibault Gouti in a lightweight bout at UFC Austin. Officials announced the bout Thursday following an initial report by ESPN.
  The 21-year-old Northcutt has alternated wins and losses since joining the UFC back in October 2015, with a 3-0 record at lightweight and an 0-2 record at welterweight. He defeated Michael Quinones by unanimous
  
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• Daniel Cormier on Heavyweight Return: ‘That Would Take Some Thinking’

  21-12-2017 23:11
  Daniel Cormier believes a heavyweight return could become a reality, but the right circumstance has to arise. Cormier is set to defend his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) light heavyweight title against Volkan Oezdemir. The bout takes place on Jan. 20 and will be the co-main event of UFC 220. Taking the headlining spot on the […]
  
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• Sage Northcutt, Thibault Gouti to Clash at UFC Fight Night 126 in Austin

  21-12-2017 23:05 via sherdog.com
  Sage Northcutt will compete in his home state when he faces Thibault Gouti at UFC Fight Night 126 in Austin.
  
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• UFC 219 conference call audio

  21-12-2017 21:30
  At the UFC 219 conference call, UFC featherweight champion Cris Cyborg and former UFC champion Holly Holm will answer questions from the media Thursday afternoon.
  
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• Kenny Florian Lists Two Opponents He’d Like to See GSP Fight

  21-12-2017 21:02
  Kenny Florian has two opponents in mind for Georges St-Pierre’s desired “mega fight.” Last month, St-Pierre submitted Michael Bisping to become the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight title holder. Just one month later, “Rush” vacated the gold, citing issues stemming from his colitis diagnosis. St-Pierre’s trainer Firas Zahabi recently said a “mega fight” would entice […]
  
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• Video: Artem Lobov trains Russian special forces at the Kremlin

  21-12-2017 21:00
  Artem Lobov led a group Russia’s Federal Protective Service (FSO) agents in a training session at the Kremlin, as reported by RT.com on Thursday.Conor McGregor team member Artem Lobov puts federal guards through paces inside Kremlin https://t.co/cHs4pzsTqP @RusHammerMMA @TheNotoriousMMA @RTSportNews pic.twitter.com/nPOtkmJOwL— RT (@RT_com) December 21, 2017
  According to the report, the Russian FSO’s primary function is protecting “high ranking state officials, including p
  
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• Alistair Overeem Dismisses Calls for Retirement: ‘I’m Already in the Gym’

  21-12-2017 19:53 via sherdog.com
  Things didn’t go Alistair Overeem’s way at UFC 218, but that hasn’t weakened the Dutchman’s resolve to continue with his mixed martial arts career.
  
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• Michael Bisping Discusses ‘Prick’ Georges St-Pierre’s Decision to Vacate

  21-12-2017 19:00
  Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping was surprisingly understanding of Georges St-Pierre vacating the title he took from him at UFC 217 in November St-Pierre had previously fielded questions regarding a contractual stipulation which insisted that he would have to defend his UFC middleweight title if he beat Bisping. GSP pulled off a spectacular finish […]
  
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• Aaron Pico to fight Shane Kruchten at Bellator 192

  21-12-2017 18:00
  Top prospect Aaron Pico will look to capitalize on his first win when he returns at Bellator 192.
  On Thursday, officials confirmed that the 21-year-old featherweight’s third professional bout has been booked against nine-year veteran Shane Kruchten. The matchup was first reported by Eric Kowal of MyMMANews.com.Hailed by many as a future star, Pico improved to 1-1 this past September with a stunning first-round knockout of Justin Linn. That victory was a turnaround from the upset loss the s
  
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• Stephen Thompson Wants Rafael dos Anjos in Title Fight Eliminator

  21-12-2017 17:30
  Having initially targeted a bout with Robbie Lawler for the number 1 contender spot in the UFC’s welterweight division, Stephen Thompson feels that Rafael dos Anjos’ win over Lawler has changed things up For “Wonderboy”, the next shot at Tyron Woodley’s title is between himself and the Brazilian. While Woodley is out of action due […]
  
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• Top Prospect Aaron Pico to Meet Shane Kruchten at Bellator 192 on Jan. 20

  21-12-2017 17:09 via sherdog.com
  For the third consecutive bout, Aaron Pico will be facing a far more experienced opponent.
  
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• Reality TV star Aaron Chalmers on criticism of his MMA career: ‘I can only fight what’s in front of me’

  21-12-2017 17:00
  Aaron Chalmers, a reality TV star turned MMA fighter, is baffled by the criticism he has received from fans and fighters following his third pro win under the BAMMA banner in Newcastle, on Friday.Chalmers took just 44 seconds to finish debuting pro Karl Donaldson in a welterweight contest at BAMMA 33 in front of his hometown crowd at the Metro Radio Arena.And Aaron Chalmers does it again!Boom. #BAMMANewcastle pic.twitter.com/MsHOQMZIrS— BAMMA (@BAMMA) December 15, 2017
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• UFC Rankings Mean For Nothing, It’s a Popularity Contest – Brendan Schaub

  21-12-2017 16:18
  Former UFC heavyweight turned podcaster and commentator Brendan Schaub believes that the promotion has destroyed the merit of fighters’ rankings Schaub believes that the recent culture of ‘money fights’ and fighters such as Georges St-Pierre skipping the queue of their respective division and landing immediate title shots does nothing for the sense of meritocracy in […]
  
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• Darren Till Lashes Out at UFC ‘Bums’ Calling Out Mayweather

  21-12-2017 16:00
  The English welterweight prospect has questioned the growing trend of mixed martial artists who are scrambling for a bout against Floyd Mayweather Darren Till understands why those in the UFC are clamoring for a bout with the boxing legend, but can’t help find it ’embarrassing’. Dana White recently claimed that he had entered talks with […]
  
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• Stephen Thompson: Rafael dos Anjos needs to fight me for No. 1 contender’s spot

  21-12-2017 15:00
  With a convincing five-round unanimous decision win over Robbie Lawler in the main event of UFC on FOX 26, Rafael dos Anjos put himself in prime position to be the next challenger for Tyron Woodley’s welterweight title.
  The champ is currently on the sidelines after undergoing shoulder surgery, and while dos Anjos may be willing to wait for his return, another 170-pound star believes that dos Anjos still has work to do before being considered the No. 1 .
  Immediately after the fight, Stephen
  
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• Morning Report: Conor McGregor reacts to Floyd Mayweather saying he wouldn't fight in the UFC

  21-12-2017 14:00
  Yesterday, Dana White momentarily shook up the MMA world when he announced that rumors circulating about Floyd Mayweather Jr. in MMA were true and that the UFC was having “real” talks with him about fighting in the cage. The MMA world was quickly abuzz with the possibility and fighters began lining up for the opportunity to be the one to welcome the all-time great boxer into the land of knees and grappling.
  All the fervor was short-lived however, as not long after the story broke, Ma
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Aljamain Sterling

  21-12-2017 08:06
  Aljamain Sterling will look back on his loss to Marlon Moraes and update us on how he's feeling.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Justin Gaethje

  21-12-2017 07:54
  Justin Gaethje will recap his recent fight against Eddie Alvarez and discuss what's next for him.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Kamaru Usman

  21-12-2017 07:43
  Kamaru Usman will discuss why he ended up fighting Emil Meek at UFC Fight Night St. Louis.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Yoel Romero

  21-12-2017 07:39
  Yoel Romero will update us on what's next for him.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Darren Till

  21-12-2017 07:36
  Darren Till will weigh in on Mike Perry's recent fight and update us on what's next for him.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Jeremy Stephens

  21-12-2017 07:29
  Jeremy Stephens will preview his UFC Fight Night St. Louis main event against Doo Ho Choi.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Aaron Chalmers

  21-12-2017 07:25
  European reality television star Aaron Chalmers will discuss his budding MMA career and recent win.
  
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• The MMA Hour - 414 - Pietro Menga

  21-12-2017 07:21
  Pietro Menga will discuss missing weight prior to his UFC debut last week, what went wrong, and what's next.
  
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• Smolka looks to keep Hawaii's momentum flowing

  21-12-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  After a rough stretch that has seen him lose three straight, flyweight Louis Smolka is taking a very Bob Marley approach to his upcoming UFC 219 bout against Matheus Nicolau on Dec. 30. “I just have faith that no matter what, everything will be all right,” he said, immediately bringing to mind the Marley classic “Three Little Birds.” He laughs when I point this out to him, and it’s clear that while he knows the importance of a win in Las Vegas, pressure hasn’t
  
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• Lewis and Northcutt face European foes in Austin

  21-12-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  Two of Texas' favorite sons will get home games in the Lone Star State to kick off 2018, as heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis and lightweight prospect Sage Northcutt compete in UFC Fight Night bouts at Frank Erwin Center in Austin on Feb. 18.Houston's Lewis will face Marcin Tybura, while Katy's Northcutt battles Thibault Gouti.Tickets for the card go on sale on Jan. 5. FS1 will televise.Currently ranked sixth in the heavyweight division, the hard-hitting Lewis, who has won six of his last seve
  
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• Legacies hang heavy in Cyborg-Holm conference call

  21-12-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  While the women’s featherweight title is officially on the line next weekend at UFC 219 in Las Vegas, many of the pre-fight questions directed towards champion Cris Cyborg and challenger Holly Holm have centered on their respective legacies, with good reason.Undefeated for more than a decade, Cyborg has established herself as the most dominant fighter on the ladies’ side of the sport, amassing victories over the likes of Shayna Baszler, Gina Carano, Marloes Coenen and Tonya Evninger
  
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• From Costco to UFC, Glenn's fighting dreams have become reality

  21-12-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  Life is good for Rick Glenn as 2017 comes to a close. He’s won two of his three UFC bouts since joining the roster in 2016, he’s got a big fight against Myles Jury next week at UFC 219 in Las Vegas, and he and his wife have settled in to their home in Sacramento, far removed from the Midwest winters that framed most of his 28 years.“I’m kind of forgetting about the whole winter thing,” laughed Glenn as he soaked in the sun in Northern California. What he hasn’
  
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• End of Year Rewind - UFC 141

  21-12-2017 07:00 via ufc.com
  On Dec. 30, the UFC’s customary end of year bash takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with Cris Cyborg defending her UFC women’s featherweight crown against former bantamweight queen Holly Holm in the main event of UFC 219. To get ready for the final event of 2017, we’re looking back at five of the UFC’s most memorable year-end shows. Today, it’s UFC 141, headlined by two of the biggest stars to hit the heavyweight division. UFC 141: Lesnar vs OvereemDec. 30,
  
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• Bermudez vs. Fili, Bektic vs. Castro Set for UFC on Fox 27 in Charlotte

  21-12-2017 04:15 via sherdog.com
  A pair of featherweight matchups have been booked for UFC on Fox 27, as Dennis Bermudez will square off against Andre Fili, and Mirsad Bektic will lock horns with Godofredo Castro.
  
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• Floyd Mayweather Halts UFC Talks, Conor McGregor Responds

  21-12-2017 04:04
  Floyd Mayweather is downplaying a trip to the Octagon, and Conor McGregor has a choice word for him. Mayweather made waves when he claimed he could sign a multi-fight deal with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and “make billions of dollars.” UFC president Dana White followed up by saying the promotion is in talks with […]
  
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• Mirsad Bektic vs. Godofredo Pepey, more added to UFC on FOX 27

  21-12-2017 03:00
  One of the top prospects in MMA is finally back after a devastating loss.
  Mirsad Bektic will make his return to the cage against Godofredo Pepey at UFC on FOX 27 on Jan. 27 in Charlotte, N.C., it was reported Wednesday by the Charlotte Observer. Also added to the card was a bout between Niko Price and George Sullivan.
  Bektic (11-1) has not fought since a stunning knockout loss to Darren Elkins at UFC 209 back in March. Bektic was dominating the fight until the third round when Elkins caught him
  
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• Fighter threatens lawsuit against ‘ruthless’ PFL for mistreatment, exec Ray Sefo fires back

  21-12-2017 02:00
  There has been little news lately about the Professional Fighter League’s firm plans for 2018. On Wednesday, one of the promotion’s fighters called out the PFL for allegedly stringing him along and then releasing him with fights still remaining on his contract.
  Bruce Boyington, who fought for PFL’s previous incarnation, World Series of Fighting, wrote on social media that he turned down other opportunities waiting for PFL’s first season to begin and he was told Wednesday
  
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• Floyd Mayweather Denies Rumors of Potential UFC Deal: ‘I’m Not Doing It’

  21-12-2017 01:03 via sherdog.com
  Floyd Mayweather says he’s been misunderstood by those who think a foray into the UFC is imminent for the pound-for-pound boxing great.
  
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• Floyd Mayweather squashes fighting in the UFC talk: ‘I’m not doing it’

  21-12-2017 00:46
  Floyd Mayweather in the UFC? Think again.
  Hours after UFC president Dana White said the promotion was having “real” talks with Floyd Mayweather about competing in the Octagon, Mayweather himself shot down the rumblings.In an interview with FightHype (h/t MMA Weekly), Mayweather said people misconstrued what he said last week about the UFC. He didn’t say he was going to compete in MMA — he said he could make a billion dollars in the UFC if he chose to. But that doesn&rsquo
  
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• Fortunes changed for five at UFC on FOX 26

  21-12-2017 00:00
  Rafael dos Anjos made as convincing a case as possible that he deserves awelterweight title shot.
  The former lightweight champion won all five rounds over Robbie Lawler on the FOX network main event Saturday night in Winnipeg. Dos Anjos showed a well-rounded game including attacking the head, body and legs with strikes, mixing in takedowns, and going at a hard pace for five rounds without getting tired. He controlled the action so much that it appeared this Lawler was a very different fighter th
  
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