Magomed Ankalaev will fight to keep his climb up the light heavyweight division alive on Saturday night, competing in his first ever UFC main event against Thiago Santos. Their five-round fight is set to headline a "Fight Night" card from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. Follow along throughout the evening for live … Continue reading UFC on ESPN+ 61: Santos vs. Ankalaev Live Coverage
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UFC on ESPN+ 61: Santos vs. Ankalaev Preview
Magomed Ankalaev has been on a climb up the light heavyweight ranks for the past few years. In an opportunity that could see him score his first-ever UFC main event win, Ankalaev will meet Thiago Santos in the headlining spot of Saturday night's UFC card. Their bout is scheduled to headline a five-round "Fight Night" … Continue reading UFC on ESPN+ 61: Santos vs. Ankalaev Preview
Robert Whittaker vs. Marvin Vettori Targeted For UFC 275
Former UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker and one-time title challenger Marvin Vettori are expected to meet at UFC's June 11th pay-per-view card, per a recent report from Ariel Helwani. While the fight hasn't been finalized, reports say the matchup is "very close" to being done. Once confirmed, the fight will join UFC 275, which the … Continue reading Robert Whittaker vs. Marvin Vettori Targeted For UFC 275
UFC Newcomer Denis Tiuliulin Targeted To Take Short-Notice March 26th Fight Against Aliaskhab Khizriev
Aliaskhab Khizriev's struggle to receive a UFC debut has hit yet another bump in the road. Abusupiyan Magomedov, the opponent for Khizriev in a March 26th UFC booking, has reportedly withdrawn from the bout. The promotion is now seeking Denis Tiuliulin as a short-notice replacement, per Nolan King, Farah Hannoun, and Danny Segura of MMA … Continue reading UFC Newcomer Denis Tiuliulin Targeted To Take Short-Notice March 26th Fight Against Aliaskhab Khizriev
Rob Font, Marlon Vera To Headline April 30th UFC ‘Fight Night’
Ranked bantamweights Rob Font and Marlon Vera are expected to meet in the main event of UFC's April 30th show. News of the matchup was first reported by Brett Okamoto of ESPN on Wednesday night. The fight is joining a card that doesn't have a confirmed location at the moment. Font had his climb up … Continue reading Rob Font, Marlon Vera To Headline April 30th UFC ‘Fight Night’
Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson Booked For UFC 274
Former lightweight title challengers Michael Chandler and Tony Ferguson are expected to meet at UFC's May 7th pay-per-view event, per Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated. The fight is expected to take place at UFC 274 at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Both high-level lightweights will be fighting to snap losing streaks. Chandler, a … Continue reading Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson Booked For UFC 274
Khabib Nurmagomedov Announced For UFC Hall of Fame Class of 2022
Khabib Nurmagomedov, a former champ recognized by many as one of the greatest lightweight MMA fighters of all time, will join the UFC Hall of Fame later this year. It was announced Saturday that Nurmagomedov will lead the Class of 2022 for the UFC Hall of Fame. His induction will take place during the promotion's … Continue reading Khabib Nurmagomedov Announced For UFC Hall of Fame Class of 2022
Carlos Felipe Released By UFC Following Recent Suspension
Heavyweight Carlos Felipe has been released by the UFC shortly after being sanctioned by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC). Felipe's departure from the UFC roster was confirmed by Guilherme Cruz of MMA Fighting on Tuesday. In January, the Nevada-based commission gave Felipe a lengthy 18-month suspension after he tested positive for boldenone. The test … Continue reading Carlos Felipe Released By UFC Following Recent Suspension
Khamzat Chimaev vs. Gilbert Burns Booked For UFC 273
Khamzat Chimaev's biggest fight yet has just been booked. The welterweight sensation is scheduled to meet Gilbert Burns at UFC's April 9th pay-per-view event, per an announcement made by the promotion Saturday. The fight is now part of UFC 273, which will take place at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida, USA. Chimaev … Continue reading Khamzat Chimaev vs. Gilbert Burns Booked For UFC 273
Cynthia Calvillo To Make Strawweight Return Against Brianna Fortino At June 4th Card
Appearing at strawweight for the first time since 2019, Cynthia Calvillo has been booked to face Brianna Fortino at UFC's June 4th show. The matchup was confirmed Monday by Alex Behunin of Cageside Press. The location for UFC's June 4th event is not known at the moment. Calvillo moved up to flyweight in 2020 following … Continue reading Cynthia Calvillo To Make Strawweight Return Against Brianna Fortino At June 4th Card
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