- Written by: Connor Malone
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Grant Dawson Sympathizes with Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili.
Grant Dawson, an emerging name in the MMA world, acknowledges the delicate balance between friendship and competition within the sport. While he hasn't faced the same level of pressure as his teammates Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili, who have refrained from fighting each other due to their close bond, Dawson foresees potential challenges ahead.
Currently training with five American Top Team (ATT) gymmates in the UFC's top 15 lightweight rankings, Dawson recognizes the privilege of being surrounded by elite fighters. However, this scenario also raises the prospect of future conflicts when it comes to choosing opponents.
- Written by: Rob Watson
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At UFC Vegas 80, the scheduled five-round main event will feature Grant Dawson and Bobby Green, both of whom successfully made weight at 156 pounds during Friday morning's official weigh-ins at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas.
Dawson, currently ranked No. 11 in MMA Fighting’s Global Rankings, boasts an impressive nine-fight unbeaten streak within the UFC's octagon and is set to compete in his inaugural promotional main event. Meanwhile, Green aims to continue his momentum following a third-round submission victory against Tony Ferguson at UFC 291 in July.
- Written by: Rob Watson
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A new era dawns in the UFC middleweight division, ushering in a sense of unpredictability regarding the next title bout.
Sean Strickland's recent ascension to the throne, marked by his dominant victory over the highly favored Israel Adesanya in the UFC 293 main event at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena, has left the division in a state of flux. While "The Last Stylebender" may not be an immediate rematch candidate in the eyes of many, discussions have swiftly turned to who "Tarzan" could face in his first title defense.
Jared Cannonier's recent bout against Roman Dolidze at UFC 295 has taken him out of the title picture for now, putting Dricus Du Plessis in a favorable position.
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Following his victory at Polaris 25 on September 30, Sterling didn't hold back in accusing UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley of avoiding top contenders. He called upon O'Malley to exhibit the qualities of a true champion and face formidable opponents, given O'Malley's intention to defend his title against Marlon Vera.
Sterling specifically highlighted his teammate, Merab Dvalishvili, who boasts an impressive nine-fight win streak and occupies the No. 2 spot in the rankings. Vera currently stands at No. 6 and is coming off a loss to No. 4 Cory Sandhagen, another credible contender for O'Malley's first title defense.
- Written by: Rob Watson
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UFC president Dana White unveiled his remarkable weight-loss transformation on social media last Friday. White shared a side-by-side image on his Instagram account, with one half depicting him in March 2017, appearing noticeably heavier in a blurry side view photo. In contrast, the image on the right, taken earlier this month, showcased the mixed martial arts executive in peak physical condition.
White had previously discussed his weight loss journey the previous year, shedding light on his motivation for shedding pounds. He revealed that he had collaborated with Gary Brecka to assess his life expectancy, expressing an obsession with mortality that led him to seek the biologist's assistance.
- Written by: Rob Watson
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Angela Lee embarks on a new chapter in her martial arts journey.
The seasoned ONE Championship luminary bid adieu to her MMA career and relinquished her ONE 115-pound title during ONE Fight Night 14 in Singapore on Friday. Lee's decision follows her recent revelation in a poignant Players Tribune essay, where she disclosed that her 2017 car accident was actually a suicide attempt and that her 18-year-old sister, Victoria Lee, tragically took her own life in 2022.
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In 2016, 'The Super Somoan' faced off against former heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar at UFC 200. Lesnar secured a unanimous decision victory that July and hinted at a potential full-time return. However, his hopes were dashed when he failed a pre-fight drug test.
Lesnar's presence at UFC 200 was made possible by a short-notice USADA waiver, a departure from the standard six-month testing window. This waiver became a point of contrast with fighters like Conor McGregor, who couldn't return to the cage without the mandatory testing period.