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Islam Makhachev’s 2026 October lightweight title defense explained
Islam Makhachev retains his lightweight title following a victory over Machado Garry at UFC 330. Arman Tsarukyan faces a nine-month suspension and a $25,000 fine…
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The high cost of the Sphere and the death of pay-per-view
UFC 306 at the Las Vegas Sphere generated $22 million in gross revenue but required a $20 million investment. TKO Group Holdings is shifting focus toward a $7.7 billion…
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UFC lightweight division shifts and new USADA testing rules
Charles Oliveira seeks a rematch against Justin Gaethje for the BMF and lightweight titles, while Gaethje faces a medical suspension until 2027. New USADA rules require…
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The high stakes of heavyweight dominance at Madison Square Garden
UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden drew 20,200 fans and generated a $16,673,954 gate following Jon Jones's third-round TKO victory over Stipe Miocic. The event's revenue…
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McGregor’s interim title win at UFC 189
Conor McGregor secured the interim featherweight belt by stopping Chad Mendes at 4:57 of the second round in Las Vegas. This 2015 event marked a pivotal moment in the…
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Common mistakes with Islam Makhachev’s 2026 lightweight title defense
Javier Mendez expresses concern over Islam Makhachev sparring with heavyweights in Dagestan to protect his longevity. This training tension occurs as the champion…
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Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev light heavyweight rematch analysis
Magomed Ankalaev enters his October 4 rematch against Alex Pereira as the -180 favorite following his unanimous decision victory at UFC 313. The light heavyweight…
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UFC 310 results: Pantoja, Rakhmonov, and Gane secure victories
Alexandre Pantoja extended his winning streak to six fights by submitting Kai Asakura to defend his flyweight title. Shavkat Rakhmonov maintained his welterweight claim…
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Jon Jones heavyweight return and the UFC heavyweight division vacuum
Jon Jones faces a complex heavyweight landscape following his TKO victory over Stipe Miocic. Tom Aspinall seeks an undisputed title shot while Jon Jones reportedly…
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The evolution of UFC Las Vegas from McGregor to the Sphere
Conor McGregor launched a new era at UFC 189 in 2015 with a $7.2 million gate at the MGM Grand. Modern UFC events at the Sphere have shifted toward massive…
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Rousey’s 2015 dominance and the Holm upset
Ronda Rousey maintained a 12-0 record through much of 2015 before Holly Holm ended her undefeated streak at UFC 193. The era of bantamweight dominance transitioned…
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Makhachev’s reign and the evolving corner
Islam Makhachev extended his winning streak to 17 fights after defeating Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330. Javier Mendez and Khabib Nurmagomedov continue to shape his…
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Preparing for the Topuria era
Ilia Topuria begins training for a potential January 2026 return while Alexander Volkanovski trains in Phuket for a possible rematch. Javier Mendez identifies kicking…