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Bigger Fish to Fry for Vitor Petrino

A chance at validation looms for Vitor Petrino. The undefeated Brazilian will draw his most difficult assignment to date in the Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight division when he faces Anthony Smith in a featured UFC 301 attraction this Saturday at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro.

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Rivalries: Jose Aldo

One of the greatest competitors in Ultimate Fighting Championship history, Jose Aldo reigned supreme over the 145-pound weight class between November 2009 and December 2015.

Alexandre Pantoja News / Sherdog.com / 8 minutes ago

Alexandre Pantoja: A Gracious Champion

Alexandre Pantoja sees his success as a testament to those who invested time, money, energy and expertise in his mixed martial arts career many moons ago.

Islam Makhachev News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago

Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024

Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million. Islam Makhachev is on a path to becoming one of the all-time UFC greats. Currently one of the biggest superstars in the UFC, Makhachev is the Lightweight Champion of the world, but he is still on the rise.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Alex Perez-Tagir Ulanbekov back on for June 15

The previously scheduled fight between Alex Perez and Tagir Ulanbekov has been rebooked for UFC Fight Night on June 15, according to multiple reports. The flyweight fight was added back to the upcoming card at UFC Apex in Las Vegas just three days after Perez knocked out Matheus Nicolau on short notice on Saturday.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 3 hours ago

Arman Tsarukyan: UFC Champ Islam Makhachev Not an 'Invincible Superhero'

Arman Tsarukyan recently downplayed the “invincible” aura surrounding Islam Makhachev. Tsarukyan suffered a unanimous decision loss against Makhachev in his short-notice Ultimate Fighting Championship debut back in 2019.

Colby Covington News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago

Michael Page Hopeful for Fight with 'Fake' Colby Covington: 'I Hate This Guy'

Michael Page doesn’t like Colby Covington’s antics outside of the cage and wants to kick “Chaos” in the face. Covington has earned the ire of several fighters with his trash talk over the years, even instigating former close friend Jorge Masvidal enough to sucker punch him outside a Miami steakhouse following their fight at UFC 272.

Tom Aspinall News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago

Tom Aspinall Takes Issue With 'Absolutely Terrible' Start Time of UFC Manchester Card

While Tom Aspinall is glad to have the Ultimate Fighting Championship returning to Manchester after almost eight years, the Englishman isn't pleased with the event timing.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago

Alexandre Pantoja Plans Iconic Jose Aldo Moment in Front of Home Crowd at UFC 301

Alexandre Pantoja will draw from Jose Aldo’s celebration book if he defends his title against Steve Erceg at UFC 301. Pantoja is scheduled to put his flyweight strap on the line against Erceg in Saturday’s main event at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago

Charles Oliveira Still Interested in Potentially Lucrative Fight vs. Conor McGregor

Charles Oliveira is still interested in a fight against Conor McGregor should the Irishman emerge victorious in his return fight against Michael Chandler.

Jose Aldo News / CBSSPorts.com / 1 hour ago

Why Jose Aldo fighting out of his contract at UFC 301 is a best-case scenario for the Hall of Famer

Aldo is taking control of his legendary career

MMA News / Sporting News / 1 hour ago

UFC 301 date, start time, odds, PPV schedule and card for Alexandre Pantoja vs Steve Erceg

Can Alexandre Pantoja retain gold in front of his fellow countrymen? The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about Pantoja's title fight against Steve Erceg at UFC 301.

Sean Strickland News / MyMMANews / 3 hours ago

Sean Strickland – “I’m so sick of seeing foreign flags in America”

Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland will not miss an opportunity to offend someone, whenever The post Sean Strickland – “I’m so sick of seeing foreign flags in America” first appeared on MyMMANews.

MMA News / ClutchPoints / 6 hours ago

UFC star Conor McGregor gets ‘sharp as ever’ claim for Michael Chandler fight

Conor McGregor‘s return to the UFC octagon has sparked both excitement and concern among MMA fans worldwide, reported by Essentially Sports. Following a devastating leg injury in his last fight, doubts emerged regarding the Irish fighter’s fitness and ability to make a successful comeback.

Francis Ngannou News / Dice City Sports / 3 hours ago

Francis Ngannou 15 Month Old Son Dies

Former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer Francis Ngannou publicly mourned the death of his 15-month-old son on Monday Afternoon. Ngannou, 37, wrote a tribute to his son Kobe, on his social media platforms after the news broke in his home country of Cameroon.

Colby Covington News / Field Level Media / 12 hours ago