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UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 4: Amanda Nunes, Charles Oliveira greet each other
A couple of Brazilian legends share a nice moment during UFC 289 fight week in this fourth installment of "Embedded." Related StoriesIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 2: Charles Oliveira gets signature pre-fight hair bleach
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UFC 289's Dan Ige wants to rebuild his brand before facing top-ranked foes again
Dan Ige is in a rebuild phase of his career entering Saturday's UFC 289 matchup with Nate Landwehr. Related StoriesIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289UFC 289's Eryk Anders plans retirement after five more fights to focus on fatherhoodChris Weidman says comeback not just about UFC 292: I want to 'earn my way back to a title fight'
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Chris Weidman says comeback not just about UFC 292: I want to 'earn my way back to a title fight'
Despite everything he's been through, Chris Weidman still has aspirations to regain UFC gold this late in his career. Related StoriesUFC signs undefeated ARES FC standout Melissa DixonHenry Cejudo says UFC needs open scoring after Amir Albazi's win over Kai Kara-France: 'It's becoming a circus'Daniel Cormier explains why he believes Jim Miller isn't a future UFC Hall of Famer
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UFC signs undefeated ARES FC standout Melissa Dixon
ARES FC standout Melissa Dixon is headed to the UFC, the latest female fighter to join the promotion in a recent slew of signings. Related StoriesHenry Cejudo says UFC needs open scoring after Amir Albazi's win over Kai Kara-France: 'It's becoming a circus'Daniel Cormier explains why he believes Jim Miller isn't a future UFC Hall of FamerIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289
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Amir Albazi: UFC commentary team gave Kai Kara-France 'too much credit'
Amir Albazi thinks the commentators at UFC on ESPN 45 showed a little bit of bias toward Kai Kara-France. Related StoriesHenry Cejudo says UFC needs open scoring after Amir Albazi's win over Kai Kara-France: 'It's becoming a circus'Brandon Royval: Amir Albazi jumping me for UFC flyweight title shot would be 'f*cking crazy'USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, June 6: Amir Albazi propells upward
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Henry Cejudo says UFC needs open scoring after Amir Albazi's win over Kai Kara-France: 'It's becoming a circus'
Henry Cejudo doesn't like what he sees from judges and believes it's time open scoring was implemented in the UFC. Related StoriesBrandon Royval: Amir Albazi jumping me for UFC flyweight title shot would be 'f*cking crazy'Daniel Cormier explains why he believes Jim Miller isn't a future UFC Hall of FamerIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289
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Daniel Cormier explains why he believes Jim Miller isn't a future UFC Hall of Famer
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier isn't sold on record holder Jim Miller being a future inductee. Related StoriesIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289UFC 289's Eryk Anders plans retirement after five more fights to focus on fatherhoodAmanda Nunes doubts Valentina Shevchenko trilogy happens after Alexa Grasso's UFC title win
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Israel Adesanya appreciates Jon Jones' recent show of respect: 'Real recognize real'
Israel Adesanya appreciates Jon Jones' recent praise. Related StoriesIrene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289UFC 289's Eryk Anders plans retirement after five more fights to focus on fatherhoodBrandon Royval: Amir Albazi jumping me for UFC flyweight title shot would be 'f*cking crazy'
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Irene Aldana sees Amanda Nunes as the GOAT, but won't let status affect her at UFC 289
Irene Aldana won't let Amanda Nunes' GOAT status affect her this Saturday at UFC 289. Related StoriesAmanda Nunes doubts Valentina Shevchenko trilogy happens after Alexa Grasso's UFC title winUFC 289's Eryk Anders plans retirement after five more fights to focus on fatherhood'New' Charles Oliveira sure a UFC 289 win over Beneil Dariush earns title shot: 'I’m next'
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UFC 289's Eryk Anders plans retirement after five more fights to focus on fatherhood
Eryk Anders has his exit plan from MMA set up, and the countdown begins when he steps in the octagon at UFC 289. Related StoriesAmanda Nunes doubts Valentina Shevchenko trilogy happens after Alexa Grasso's UFC title win'New' Charles Oliveira sure a UFC 289 win over Beneil Dariush earns title shot: 'I’m next'UFC signs Shauna Bannon, the second Irish female in promotion history
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Video: Jake Paul, Jorge Masvidal come face to face in parking lot
YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and ex-UFC star Jorge Masvidal came face to face outside of a warehouse in Miami, according to a video. Related StoriesVideo: Jake Paul, Jorge Masvidal come face to face in parking lot - EnclosureAmanda Nunes doubts Valentina Shevchenko trilogy happens after Alexa Grasso's UFC title winUFC signs Shauna Bannon, the second Irish female in promotion history
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Brandon Royval: Amir Albazi jumping me for UFC flyweight title shot would be 'f*cking crazy'
Brandon Royval doesn't think Amir Albazi's performance against Kai Kara-France warrants a title shot. Related StoriesJavier Mendez reveals Abubakar Nurmagomedov popped his knee early in UFC on ESPN 45 lossUSA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, June 6: Amir Albazi propells upwardJon Anik: 'It was pretty clear' Kai Kara-France beat Amir Albazi at UFC on ESPN 45
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Amanda Nunes doubts Valentina Shevchenko trilogy happens after Alexa Grasso's UFC title win
Amanda Nunes isn't optimistic on a potential UFC trilogy fight against Valentina Shevchenko. Related StoriesUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason''New' Charles Oliveira sure a UFC 289 win over Beneil Dariush earns title shot: 'I’m next'Beneil Dariush: UFC assured title shot if I defeat Charles Oliveira at UFC 289
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UFC signs Shauna Bannon, the second Irish female in promotion history
Shauna Bannon joins Conor McGregor and Ian Garry as the three fighters from Ireland on the UFC roster. Related StoriesUFC signs Shauna Bannon, the second Irish female in promotion history - EnclosureJavier Mendez reveals Abubakar Nurmagomedov popped his knee early in UFC on ESPN 45 lossHenry Cejudo unsure Michael Chandler gets to fight Conor McGregor: 'He's not a big name'
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Javier Mendez reveals Abubakar Nurmagomedov popped his knee early in UFC on ESPN 45 loss
It appears Abubakar Nurmagomedov had to battle some early adversity at UFC on ESPN 45. Related StoriesHenry Cejudo unsure Michael Chandler gets to fight Conor McGregor: 'He's not a big name'Israel Adesanya wants UFC to increase bonuses: 'Inflation has been going up'Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos confident with UFC on ESPN 45 win, says Abubakar Nurmagomedov came to stall
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'New' Charles Oliveira sure a UFC 289 win over Beneil Dariush earns title shot: 'I’m next'
UFC 289 co-headliner Charles Oliveira thinks his bout vs. Beneil Dariush definitely has title implications. Related StoriesUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'Beneil Dariush: UFC assured title shot if I defeat Charles Oliveira at UFC 289Daniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the ground
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Henry Cejudo unsure Michael Chandler gets to fight Conor McGregor: 'He's not a big name'
Henry Cejudo wouldn't be surprised if Michael Chandler got passed up by Conor McGregor. Related StoriesIsrael Adesanya wants UFC to increase bonuses: 'Inflation has been going up'Chael Sonnen not impressed by Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira co-headliner at UFC 291Daniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the ground
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Bellator X RIZIN 2 adds Andrey Koreshkov vs. Lorenz Larkin, Magomed Magomedov vs. Danny Sabtello
The Bellator x RIZIN 2 card continues to fill as Lorenz Larkin enters a fight with high violence potential and Danny Sabatello returns. Related StoriesBellator X RIZIN 2 adds Andrey Koreshkov vs. Lorenz Larkin, Magomed Magomedov vs. Danny Sabtello - EnclosureUSA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, June 6: Amir Albazi propells upwardBellator's Sergio Pettis 'definitely' interested in champ-champ status but admits flyweight cut is brutal
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Tennesee's Ovince Saint Preux meets Ion Cutelaba at UFC Fight Night expected for Nashville
Longtime UFC fighters Ovince Saint Preux and Ion Cutelaba will square off Aug. 5 in a fight expected for Nashville, Tenn. Related StoriesUFC finalizing Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Ludovit Klein for August eventBeneil Dariush: UFC assured title shot if I defeat Charles Oliveira at UFC 289UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'
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Beneil Dariush: UFC assured title shot if I defeat Charles Oliveira at UFC 289
Beneil Dariush is confident he'll get the next title shot after UFC 289 if victorious against Charles Oliveira. Related StoriesUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'Daniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the groundUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 2: Charles Oliveira gets signature pre-fight hair bleach
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UFC finalizing Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Ludovit Klein for August event
UFC lightweights Ignacio Bahamondes and Ludovit Klein are expected to collide at an event targeted for Nashville, Tenn. Related StoriesBeneil Dariush: UFC assured title shot if I defeat Charles Oliveira at UFC 289UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'All of Charles Oliveira's UFC submission wins, ranked
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Israel Adesanya wants UFC to increase bonuses: 'Inflation has been going up'
Israel Adesanya thinks the UFC needs to increase the amount they hand out for bonuses. Related StoriesChael Sonnen not impressed by Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira co-headliner at UFC 291Daniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the groundUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'
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UFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 3: 'I'm champ for a reason'
The "Embedded" fight-week video series is back to document what's happening behind the scenes at UFC 289 in Vancouver, Canada. Related StoriesUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 2: Charles Oliveira gets signature pre-fight hair bleachUFC 289 pre-event facts: Charles Oliveira on cusp of another massive milestoneUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 1: Irene Aldana winds down fight camp with champ Alexa Grasso
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2023 PFL 4 predictions: Just one non-unanimous pick in Atlanta
Check out our staff members' picks for the 2023 PFL 4 main card in Atlanta, which features featherweights and light heavyweights. Related Stories2023 PFL 4 predictions: Just one non-unanimous pick in Atlanta - Enclosure2023 PFL 4 official weigh-in results: One fighter heavy, featherweight main event officialPhotos: 2023 PFL 4 official weigh-ins
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Photos: 2023 PFL 4 official weigh-ins
Check out these photos from the 2023 PFL 4 official weigh-ins in Atlanta. Related StoriesPhotos: KSW 83: Colosseum 2 official weigh-ins and fighter faceoffsPhotos: UFC on ESPN 45 weigh-ins and faceoffsPhotos: UFC Fight Night 224 weigh-ins and faceoffs
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Chael Sonnen not impressed by Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira co-headliner at UFC 291
Chael Sonnen threw some serious shade at the UFC 291 fight between Jan Blachowicz and Alex Pereira. Related StoriesDaniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the groundUSA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, June 6: Amir Albazi propells upwardUFC 289 pre-event facts: Charles Oliveira on cusp of another massive milestone
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2023 PFL 4 official weigh-in results: One fighter heavy, featherweight main event official
Get the official weigh-in results for the fourth 2023 PFL regular season week in Atlanta, featuring feathweights and light heavyweights. Related StoriesJesus Pinedo hopeful to make PFL playoffs, out to finish Brendan Loughnane 'from the very first second'UFC's Tom Aspinall likes Francis Ngannou's chances against Deontay Wilder in boxingAnthony Romero says Olivier Aubin-Mercier not just fighting a nobody at 2023 PFL 6: 'I've been in this game for a while'
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Daniel Cormier: Beneil Dariush won't be afraid to follow Charles Oliveira to the ground
Daniel Cormier sees a blueprint where Beneil Dariush can get his hand raised against Charles Oliveira. Related StoriesUFC 289 pre-event facts: Charles Oliveira on cusp of another massive milestoneUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 2: Charles Oliveira gets signature pre-fight hair bleachUFC 289 'Embedded,' No. 1: Irene Aldana winds down fight camp with champ Alexa Grasso
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Anthony Romero says Olivier Aubin-Mercier not just fighting a nobody at 2023 PFL 6: 'I've been in this game for a while'
Anthony Romero plans on introducing himself in a big way at 2023 PFL 6. Related StoriesJesus Pinedo hopeful to make PFL playoffs, out to finish Brendan Loughnane 'from the very first second'Bellator's Sergio Pettis 'definitely' interested in champ-champ status but admits flyweight cut is brutalVideo: Was Kai Kara-France robbed of a win at UFC on ESPN 45 against Amir Albazi?
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All of Charles Oliveira's UFC submission wins, ranked
Nobody in the history of the UFC has made fighters tap out more than Charles Oliveira, who returns Saturday at UFC 289. Related StoriesUFC 289 pre-event facts: Charles Oliveira on cusp of another massive milestoneKurt Holobaugh's 'TUF 31' chronicles: What it's like to hang out with Conor McGregor'The Ultimate Fighter 31: McGregor vs. Chandler' Episode 2 recap: A cold sore postponement and a flying KO
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