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ONE

ONE Friday Fights 128 Delivers Knockouts and Career Milestones in Bangkok

Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok witnessed spectacular finishes and career-defining moments at ONE Friday Fights 128. Scottish striker Stephen Irvine earned a $100,000 contract with a devastating head kick knockout, while Jason Seddoh electrified the crowd with a rare upkick KO in the opening bout. Thailand's Duangdawnoi Looksaikongdin avenged a previous loss in dominant fashion on a night celebrating global combat sports excellence.

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UFC

Oliveira Dominates Gamrot with Second-Round Submission at UFC Rio

Charles Oliveira delivered a masterclass performance at UFC Rio, submitting Mateusz Gamrot via rear-naked choke in the second round. The former lightweight champion bounced back from his knockout loss to Ilia Topuria just 105 days prior, reaffirming his elite status in the division with a vintage submission finish in front of his home crowd.

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UFC

UFC Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot – Live Tonight from Rio

The UFC returns to Rio de Janeiro tonight with Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot. Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira faces Mateusz Gamrot in the main event, while ex-flyweight king Deiveson Figueiredo battles Montel Jackson in the co-main. Prelims start at 4:00 PM ET, main card at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+.

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UFC

Alex Pereira's UFC 320 Triumph: Injury, Redemption, and the Road Ahead

At UFC 320, Alex Pereira reclaimed the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship with a stunning 80-second knockout over Magomed Ankalaev. The victory not only avenged his previous loss but also reaffirmed his status as one of the most formidable fighters in the division. However, the celebration was tempered by a significant injury sustained during the bout.

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MMA

Raja Jackson, Son of MMA Legend Rampage Jackson, Enters Not Guilty Plea in Assault Case

Raja Jackson, the 25-year-old son of retired MMA star Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom Thursday to formally plead not guilty to multiple assault charges stemming from an altercation during a professional wrestling event. The charges include one felony count of battery with serious bodily injury and one misdemeanor count of battery.

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UFC

Saimon Oliveira Blows Past Limit at UFC Rio — Faces Steep Consequences

Brazilian bantamweight Saimon Oliveira shocked fans and officials at the UFC Rio weigh-ins after coming in massively overweight, tipping the scales at 144 pounds — a staggering eight pounds over the bantamweight limit. His opponent, Luan Lacerda, successfully made weight at 136 pounds, setting the stage for what is now expected to be a catchweight bout.

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UFC

Fallout & Future Fights: McGregor Suspended 18 Months — Oliveira Eyes a White House Payday

Conor McGregor has accepted an 18-month sanction under the UFC's anti-doping policy after three whereabouts failures — a suspension that the UFC confirmed was retroactive to the date of his final missed test. The ban, announced just days ago, will keep McGregor out of competition through March 20, 2026, effectively shutting down any plans for an early 2026 return.

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Karate Combat

Uriah Hall Makes Major Career Move to Karate Combat

Former UFC middleweight contender Uriah Hall has found a new home in Karate Combat, where his traditional striking background will be on full display in a format built around stand-up fighting.

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BKFC

Mike Perry Brutalizes Jeremy Stephens with Multiple Knockdowns at BKFC 82

Mike Perry defended his "King of Violence" title with a fifth-round TKO of Jeremy Stephens at BKFC 82, moving to 6-0 in bare-knuckle fighting after a brutal beatdown in New Jersey.

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UFC

UFC 320 Bonus Report: Alex Pereira Among Five Fighters Earning $50k Performance Bonuses

Alex Pereira, Jiri Prochazka, and Joe Pyfer were among five fighters who earned $50,000 performance bonuses at UFC 320, with Prochazka taking home two bonuses for his thrilling knockout win over Khalil Rountree Jr.

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UFC

UFC 320 Results: Alex Pereira Reclaims Light Heavyweight Title with Devastating First-Round TKO of Magomed Ankalaev

Alex "Poatan" Pereira recaptured the UFC light heavyweight championship with a stunning first-round TKO victory over Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in Las Vegas, finishing the fight with brutal 12-to-6 elbows after refusing to back down.

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UFC

UFC 320 Video: Ramiz Brahimaj Pulls Off Upset Submission Win Over Austin Vanderford

Ramiz Brahimaj delivered Austin Vanderford his first UFC loss with a guillotine choke in the second round at UFC 320, extending his win streak to three straight stoppage victories.

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UFC

Topuria Crushes Cans in Sparring, Can't Hang in Dagestan Says Tsarukyan

Arman Tsarukyan dismisses Ilia Topuria's gym reputation, claiming the featherweight champion only trains strikers and would get mauled by amateur wrestlers in Dagestan.

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PFL

PFL Dubai Rematch Official: Nurmagomedov vs Hughes Set for Championship Glory

Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes both made weight at 155 pounds for their PFL lightweight title rematch in Dubai, with Corey Anderson vs Dovlet Yagshimuradov co-headlining for the light heavyweight crown.

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UFC

Alex Pereira Fires Back at Tom Aspinall's "Favorable Matchup" Claims Ahead of UFC 320

Former light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira dismisses Tom Aspinall's criticism that he received "favorable matchups," arguing that any UFC fighter would pose challenges for a kickboxer transitioning to MMA.

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UFC

Alex Pereira Dismisses Ankalaev's Coach, Hints at Heavyweight Move After UFC 320

Alex "Poatan" Pereira fires back at Magomed Ankalaev's team ahead of their UFC 320 title rematch, while addressing potential heavyweight aspirations and the challenges of cutting to 205 pounds.

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Boxing

Dana White Unveils Revolutionary Boxing Ring Design and Rule Changes for Zuffa Boxing

UFC CEO Dana White reveals ambitious plans for Zuffa Boxing including a completely new ring design and potential rule modifications as the promotion prepares to challenge traditional boxing with its 2026 launch.

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MMA News

Wanderlei Silva Hospitalized After Brutal Knockout in Post-Fight Brawl

UFC Hall of Famer Wanderlei Silva was knocked unconscious and hospitalized with a fractured nose and facial injuries after being sucker-punched during a chaotic post-fight brawl following his boxing exhibition defeat.

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UFC

Jake Matthews Appeals Controversial Submission Loss to Neil Magny at UFC Perth

Australian welterweight Jake Matthews and his team have officially filed an appeal with the Western Australia Combat Commission following his controversial third-round submission loss to Neil Magny at UFC Perth, citing referee confusion during a first-round incident.

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UFC

UFC Announces Della Maddalena vs Makhachev Welterweight Title Fight

The UFC has officially announced a blockbuster welterweight title fight between rising Australian contender Jack Della Maddalena and current champion Islam Makhachev for early 2025.

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