Sean Strickland appears to be getting his wish. 2024 didn’t start as Strickland hoped it would, losing his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight crown in his first defense opposite South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297. The split decision loss (watch highlights) led Strickland to a split decision rebound win over Paulo Costa at UFC 303 this past June 2024.

Wish granted! Dana White confirms Sean Strickland gets next UFC middleweight title shot

A pivotal lightweight clash is expected for PFL’s return to pay-per-view. Multiple people with knowledge of the promotion’s plans confirmed to MMA Fighting that a matchup between former Bellator featherweight champion A.J. McKee and former Cage Warriors star Paul Hughes is targeted for the PFL’s superfight pay-per-view event on Oct. 19. MagicM MMA first reported the booking on Twitter.

A.J. McKee vs. Paul Hughes targeted for PFL PPV in October

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LAS VEGAS – Fighters from Saturday’s UFC on ESPN 61 event took home UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay totaling $128,000. The program, a comprehensive plan that includes outfitting requirements, media obligations and other items under the fighter code of conduct, replaces the previous payments made under the UFC Athlete Outfitting Policy.

UFC on ESPN 61 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Event yields second-lowest total of 2024

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The highly-anticipated Brazilian jiu-jitsu competition — Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) — finally debuts next weekend (Aug. 16-17, 2024) from inside Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada (see full brackets here). The big talking point of this event is that it’s going head-to-head with the prestigious ADCC...

UFC star Mackenzie Dern ‘couldn’t say no’ to Craig Jones Invitational paycheck

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Angelo Leo just shut the door on the Knockout of the Year conversation. With one perfectly placed left hand, Leo (25-1, 12 KOs) left Luis Alberto “Venado” Lopez (30-3, 17 Kos) laid out on the canvas and claimed Lopez’s IBF featherweight title at a boxing event Saturday.

Watch Angelo Leo knockout punch absolutely flatten Venado Lopez

Paddy Pimblett is coming for Islam Makhachev. ‘The Baddy’ broke into the lightweight top 15 with his first-round submission victory over King Green at UFC 304 in Manchester. That has officially put him on Makhachev’s radar as the reigning 155-pound titleholder. While in Abu Dhabi to attend the...

Paddy Pimblett Challenges UFC Champ Islam Makhachev: ‘We’re Coming, Brother!’

“The All Mighty” Bobby Lashley wants to keep busy following his latest run in WWE. The pro wrestling and MMA veteran appeared on “The Laboratory” podcast with Plaz this week for an interview, during which he revealed plans for a boxing match, and interest in a jiu-jitsu tournament and running a marathon.

Bobby Lashley Says He Has Boxing Match, Opponent Lined Up For Event In Las Vegas

PFL heavyweight Bruno Cappelozza won’t fight again until 2025 after being suspended for one year by the United States Anti-Doping Agency. This is actually the second suspension the Brazilian has faced for using banned substances after he was hit with a nine-month sanction by the Nevada Athletic Commission in 2023. In that incident, Cappelozza was busted for using drostanolone — an anabolic steroid — and his win over Matheus Scheffel was overturned to a no contest.

Ex-PFL champion Bruno Cappelozza suspended 1 year by USADA after failed drug test

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Mark Shapiro comments on Las Vegas getting WrestleMania 41. On May 4, WWE announced that Las Vegas would host WrestleMania 41 with both nights taking place at Allegiant Stadium. Minnesota was the reported front runner for the event, but Vegas ended up winning the right to host WWE's biggest show of the year.

Mark Shapiro: Minnesota Was The Favorite For WrestleMania 41 Until Las Vegas Trumped Them In The End

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

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For some of you, bacon and jam are words that just do not go together. Fear not though! Bacon jam is heaven on a spoon. We love to use it as a condiment on our burgers, but you can use it on grilled cheese or even for cracker dip. It's actually pretty simple, and this is what you'll need:

Delicious Condiment - Bacon Jam

LAS VEGAS — One of boxing financier Turki Alalshikh’s biggest wishes right now may not actually align with what’s best for Vergil Ortiz. World Boxing News attended Riyadh Season’s US debut in Los Angeles on August 3, which featured Terence Crawford’s decision win over Israil Madrimov at super welterweight, as well as the August 10 event Golden Boy Promotions held in Las Vegas.

Turki Alalshikh’s big wish may not align with Vergil Ortiz’s plan

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Gamrot eyes a rematch with Tsarukyan, should Islam Makhachev sit out for the rest of the year.

UFC 305: Mateusz Gamrot Greenlights Interim Title Fight with Arman Tsarukyan

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Ben Askren feels there may be something behind the scenes when it comes to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic. Many MMA fans have expressed dismay over UFC CEO Dana White sticking to his guns on booking Jones vs. Miocic for the heavyweight title. This is because Tom Aspinall is the current interim UFC Heavyweight Champion, and fans believe he’s the more exciting fight for “Bones.”

Ben Askren thinks Jon Jones has dirt on UFC CEO Dana White: “He’s playing along, and letting him and Stipe fight”

UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley has given his thoughts on the promotion’s decision not to...

Sean O’Malley admits surprise at UFC deciding to cut Muhammad Mokaev

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Sean O'Malley is promising a "viral knockout" at UFC 306 — if only to outshine one of boxing's brightest stars.

UFC 306: How 'Canelo' is motivating Sean O'Malley to beat Merab Dvalishvili

Sean O'Malley and Jamahal Hill stand as proof that Dana White's Contender Series is far more than a UFC reality show gimmick. And now, its back for an eighth season. Each week, fighters compete against one another, and if they impress, White will offer them a UFC contract. The first episode of the eighth season is on August 13 with the last episode scheduled to air on October 15.

Dana White Contender Series 2024 full schedule and episode guide with dates, times and rosters for UFC on ESPN+

Don't let the ingredient list scare you, this is actually pretty easy to make. If you cut up the chicken and toppings head of time, it's even faster. What I love about this recipe is that you can make it kid friendly, or make it extra spicy, and it still turns out amazing. Here's what you'll need for about 2 servings:

Bang Bang Chicken Appetizer or Meal

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Three fighters ranked in the Top 5 of their respective weight classes in the BKFC Media Rankings return to the Squared Circle at BKFC Fight Night Kansas City on Friday at Memorial Hall in Kansas City, KS, LIVE worldwide on The BKFC App. x “Gypsy” Jake Lindsey is the No....

BKFC Fight Night Kansas City Rankings Report

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Sandy Paws Rescue, a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Chente, an 8-month-old Australian cattle dog who is eagerly searching for his forever home. This energetic and affectionate puppy is eagerly searching for his forever home, and the team at Sandy Paws Rescue has shared some heartwarming details about his personality and behavior.

Meet The Playful Puppy Looking For Love

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On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Vegas 95

Serghei Spivac made quick work of the durable veteran Marcin Tybura in the main event of UFC Vegas 95 this past Saturday night at the UFC...

On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Vegas 95

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