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Dwayne Johnson Set to Develop and Star in Former UFC Fighter Mark Kerr Bio

November 5, 2019

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The hardest working man in Hollywood is set to return to the ring, but not the ring you think. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has found another smaller-scale project in the form of a biopic surrounding MMA and UFC ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Jorge Masvidal Busted Open Nate Diaz’s Eye to Win UFC’s “Baddest Mother F—–” Tittle

Jason Cordner

November 4, 2019

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Jorge Masvidal opened Nate Diaz up and forced a bloody stoppage in the UFC 244 main event at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Saturday. The cuts were so bad the referee intervened before the fourth ... Read Article

President Donald Trump Met With Boos and Protestors At UFC 244 Appearance

Jason Cordner

November 4, 2019

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It's been a rough few sporting events for President Donald Trump. Trump made an appearance at UFC 244 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. His appearance was met similar to that at the World Series la... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Announces His Return to UFC and Date of Next Fight

Jason Cordner

October 24, 2019

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Conor McGregor is returning to the UFC octagon next year. McGregor said during a press conference on Thursday that he will fight again on Jan. 18, 2020 in Las Vegas, The Mac Life reports. After a year and a ha... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Again Accused of Sexual Assault in Ireland

Roman White

October 21, 2019

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UFC star Conor McGregor is being investigated after a second woman claims that the MMA fighter sexually assaulted her in Ireland. According to reports, McGregor allegedly assaulted the woman outside of a bar in... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Cain Velasquez Signs Multi Year Deal With WWE, to Face Brock Lesnar in Saudi Arabia

Jason Cordner

October 14, 2019

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Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez has officially signed with the WWE, and his first match will come against none other than Brock Lesnar at the upcoming Crown Jewel event in Saudi Arabia on October 31. http... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Ronda Rousey Almost Loses Finger While Filming TV Show

Jason Cordner

August 21, 2019

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Ronda Rousey has experienced a lot of pain over her career. As both an MMA fighter and a WWE wrestler, Rousey has dealt with plenty of bumps, breaks, and bruises. Her latest injury didn't happen in a ring, but ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Stipe Miocic Reclaims UFC Heavyweight Championship From Daniel Cormier At UFC 241

Jason Cordner

August 19, 2019

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Stipe Miocic regained the heavyweight title at UFC 241, knocking out Daniel Cormier in the fourth round after taking a beating for the first three rounds. Miocic (19-3) now has a remarkable five wins in heav... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Nate Diaz Returns to UFC and Dominates Anthony Pettis

Jason Cordner

August 19, 2019

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Nate Diaz made his long-awaited return to the UFC on Saturday night and reinvigorated his fans in the process. Diaz defeated Anthony Pettis via unanimous decision at UFC 241 in Anaheim. The fight marked Diaz... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Jorge Masvidal KO’s Ben Askren 5 Seconds Into Their Fight at UFC 239

Jason Cordner

July 8, 2019

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Jorge Masvidal scored the fastest knockout in UFC history. Masvidal came charging at Ben Askren with a flying knee as Askren appeared to try and go for a takedown. Masvidal’s knee connected to Askren’s templ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Amanda Nunes Knocks Out Holly Holm to Retain Title at UFC 239

Jason Cordner

July 8, 2019

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Amanda Nunes is the greatest female fighter in women's MMA history. End of conversation. Nunes sent the T-Mobile Arena crowd to their feet with a violent head kick that finished former bantamweight champion ... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Brock Lesnar is Reportedly Finished with UFC

Shawn Grant

June 10, 2019

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It looks like the only time you will see Brock Lesnar in a ring, it will be with World Wrestling Entertainment. TMZ reports UFC President Dana White relayed that Lesnar is done with battling in the octagon. ... Read Article

Conor McGregor Reportedly Under Investigation Over Sexual Assault Accusations in Ireland

Rashad Grove

March 27, 2019

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It’s been a whirlwind week for UFC star Conor McGregor. He abruptly announced his retirement from the UFC and now it’s being reported that he is now under investigation in his native Ireland for a sexual assaul... Read Article

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Announces His Retirement, UFC Prez Dana White Reacts

Sha Be Allah

March 26, 2019

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Yesterday, controversial MMA fighter Conor McGregor announced that he's retiring from the sport. McGregor took to Twitter to let everyone in on the shocking news. Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided... Read Article

[WATCH] UFC Fighters Involved in Backstage Fight Following Prime Time Match

Sha Be Allah

March 18, 2019

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It went down Saturday night at London's UFC event, but the audience didn't even see the real action. Jorge Masvidal was so hyped after he knocked out Darren Till over the weekend in the 02 Arena, that he too... Read Article

UFC Superstar Conor McGregor Arrested in Miami for Smashing a Fan’s Phone

Jason Cordner

March 12, 2019

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Conor McGregor found himself in hot water again. McGregor was arrested Monday evening after police said he smashed a fan’s phone outside the Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel. McGregor was booked into the Turn... Read Article

Jon Jones Dominates Anthony Smith to Retain UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 235

Jason Cordner

March 4, 2019

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Jon Jones retained his light heavyweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Anthony Smith at UFC 235 on Saturday night, overcoming a two-point deduction for an illegal knee to Smith's head in the four... Read Article

ESPN’s Streaming Service Gains 568,000 New Followers During UFC’s First Broadcast

Jason Cordner

January 23, 2019

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ESPN+’s debut of UFC Fight Night on Saturday drew a record number of subscribers, marking the largest catalyst for Walt Disney Co.’s premium sports video service. The streaming service added 568,000 new subs... Read Article

Amanda Nunes Shocks MMA World By Knocking Out Cyborg in Just 51 Seconds

Jason Cordner

December 31, 2018

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Amanda Nunes was an underdog all her life. Today, she might go down as the greatest female MMA fighter of all time. This weekend, she knocked out the most feared female striker in MMA history and it only took h... Read Article

Jon Jones Returns to Reclaim His UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at UFC 232

Jason Cordner

December 31, 2018

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Jon Jones returned to the Octagon on Saturday night at UFC 232, and he picked up virtually right where he left off -- winning the light heavyweight championship. Despite everything surrounding him outside of th... Read Article

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[PROFILE FROM THE MAGAZINE] Unsigned Hype B. Lou

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Dwayne Johnson Set to Develop and Star in Former UFC Fighter Mark Kerr Bio

SOURCE SPORTS: Jorge Masvidal Busted Open Nate Diaz’s Eye to Win UFC’s “Baddest Mother F—–” Tittle

President Donald Trump Met With Boos and Protestors At UFC 244 Appearance

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Announces His Return to UFC and Date of Next Fight

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Again Accused of Sexual Assault in Ireland

SOURCE SPORTS: Cain Velasquez Signs Multi Year Deal With WWE, to Face Brock Lesnar in Saudi Arabia

SOURCE SPORTS: Ronda Rousey Almost Loses Finger While Filming TV Show

SOURCE SPORTS: Stipe Miocic Reclaims UFC Heavyweight Championship From Daniel Cormier At UFC 241

SOURCE SPORTS: Nate Diaz Returns to UFC and Dominates Anthony Pettis

SOURCE SPORTS: Jorge Masvidal KO’s Ben Askren 5 Seconds Into Their Fight at UFC 239

SOURCE SPORTS: Amanda Nunes Knocks Out Holly Holm to Retain Title at UFC 239

SOURCE SPORTS: Brock Lesnar is Reportedly Finished with UFC

Conor McGregor Reportedly Under Investigation Over Sexual Assault Accusations in Ireland

SOURCE SPORTS: Conor McGregor Announces His Retirement, UFC Prez Dana White Reacts

[WATCH] UFC Fighters Involved in Backstage Fight Following Prime Time Match

UFC Superstar Conor McGregor Arrested in Miami for Smashing a Fan’s Phone

Jon Jones Dominates Anthony Smith to Retain UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 235

ESPN’s Streaming Service Gains 568,000 New Followers During UFC’s First Broadcast

Amanda Nunes Shocks MMA World By Knocking Out Cyborg in Just 51 Seconds

Jon Jones Returns to Reclaim His UFC Light Heavyweight Championship at UFC 232

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