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UFC champ Ilia Topuria adamant that Max Holloway must put up the BMF belt for a title fight

Back in February at UFC 298, Ilia Topuria (15-0) completed his mission to the top of the mountain when he knocked out Alexander Volkanovski (26-4) in the second round of their featherweight title fight.

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UFC Flyweight Claims He Can Beat up Israel Adesanya: ‘I’m Undefeated in the Streets'

(Photo: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports) Manel Kape couldn't care less about weight classes. The UFC Flyweight contender made headlines this week for suggesting he can do more than hold his own against one of the absolute best fighters in the world.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / 15 minutes ago

UFC 301 fight card: Jose Aldo vs. Jonathan Martinez, Michel Pereira vs. Ihor Potieira among fights to watch

New and old Kings of Rio return to Brazil

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 2 hours ago

Robert Whittaker Confident He Can Handle Khamzat Chimaev’s Ground Game

Robert Whittaker is confident that he will be able to hold his own in grappling exchanges against Khamzat Chimaev. Whittaker will look to hand Chimaev his first career loss in the main event at UFC Saudi Arabia on June 22.

Ronda Rousey News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 6 hours ago

Ex-UFC Commentator Slams Ronda Rousey for Fight Excuses: 'Don't Give Me This Victim S***'

Ex-UFC commentator Jimmy Smith had some choice words for former UFC champion Ronda Rousey after 'Rowdy' made headlines the other week. Rousey, who ended

Ilia Topuria News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 6 hours ago

UFC Champ Ilia Topuria Snuffs Max Holloway, Demands BMF Belt & Names Next Fight

Ilia Topuria would rather face Brian Ortega for his first featherweight title defense than Max Holloway. Alexander Volkanovski's reign is over, and many thought Holloway's title chances improved with his current three-fight streak, including a 'KO of the century' over then-#2 lightweight Justin Gaethje at UFC 300.

Tom Aspinall News / FanNation MMA Knockout / 2 hours ago

Aspinall: UFC 304 Start Time 'Absolutely Terrible'

British UFC fans were more than pleased to hear that the MMA giant was returning to Manchester for a numbered event in June. They were less than pleased to learn about the start time.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 4 hours ago

Petsukumvit Boi Bangna Needs to Pick Up Momentum at ONE Friday Night Fights 61

Petsukumvit Boi Bangna is always a fighter that ONE Championship can count on to deliver exciting performances. But when he competes in ONE Friday Night Fights 61, Petsukumvit may be fighting for his career in the promotion.

MMA News / Sporting News / 2 hours ago

UFC 301 undercard: Full list of fights before Alexandre Pantoja vs. Steve Erceg main event in Brazil

Outside the main event of UFC 301, a legend returns to action while former contenders look to stay relevant in their respective divisions. Here’s a breakdown of the action on the UFC 301 main card.

Vitor Petrino News / Sherdog.com / 6 hours ago

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.

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 / 9 minutes 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