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Decorated MMA and Olympic champion Kayla Harrison has offered her opinion on the upcoming showdown between Larissa Pacheco and MMA legend Cris Cyborg. Kayla Harrison was a multi-time gold medalist in the Olympics and a multi-time PFL MMA world champion. After a loss to Brazil’s Larissa Pacheco, Harrison jumped over to the UFC. The US-born Olympian has since submitted former champion Holly Holm.

Kayla Harrison Believes Pacheco’s Power and Hunger Will Be Too Much for Aging Cris Cyborg

Belal Muhammad, the underdog, dominated Leon Edwards in a stunning victory at UFC 304, claiming the welterweight title. Gilbert Burns, Muhammad's last opponent, predicted the outcome and emphasized that while Edwards is a skilled striker, Muhammad’s relentless style and preparation led to his triumph. Burns noted that Muhammad's extensive training with elite fighters like Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov prepared him well for the fight. Despite Edwards' experience, Burns expected Muhammad to overwhelm him with pressure and grappling, which he successfully did. Following his victory, Muhammad indicated he wants to defend his title against top contenders, starting with Shavkat Rakhmonov.

Gilbert Burns Predicts Belal Muhammad’s Dominant UFC 304 Title Win

Alex Pereira wants to be a simultaneous two-division UFC champion by taking down middleweight titleholder Dricus du Plessis. Pereira won the 185-pound title in November 2022 but lost it in a rematch to Israel Adesanya before moving up a division and making his way to the 205-pound gold. Pereira is slated to defend his throne next against Khalil Rountree Jr., but reaffirmed his intention to cut an extra 20 pounds again after his UFC 307 clash on Oct. 5.

Alex Pereira willing to cut ‘one more time’ to middleweight to face Dricus du Plessis; ‘DDP’ responds

Yuneisy Duben is about to get a UFC contract. On Tuesday evening, Duben faced Shannon Clark in the first women’s fight of season eight of Contender Series and she took the opportunity to deliver one of the best knockouts in the history of the show, flattening Clark in the very first round.

Watch Yuneisy Duben deliver incredible one-punch knockout on Contender Series

Kayla Harrison fighting Cris Cyborg is a fight that has been spoken about for many years, but looks to be completely off the table at this stage. The former PFL and Bellator champions could’ve put on one of the biggest fights possible outside of the UFC but with Harrison signing to the MMA leader, it wasn’t possible even with Cyborg joining the PFL in the Bellator acquisition.

Kayla Harrison Makes Surprising Prediction For Larissa Pacheco vs. Cris Cyborg: ‘Unless She’s Been Goofing Off…’

Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

Alex Pereira already has a light heavyweight title defense lined up for next month, but that isn’t stopping ‘Poatan’ from chomping at the bit to challenge middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis. In August, ‘DDP’ scored his first successful defense of the 185-pound crown, submitting Israel Adesanya in...

Alex Pereira Plans Move to 185 to Take Middleweight Crown From Dricus du Plessis

Former undisputed strawweight champion, Jessica Andrade has claimed her fellow former 115lbs gold holder, Joanna Jedrzejczyk is interested in making a potential return to the UFC — in the form of a symbolic BMF title fight amongst her female peers, and in particular, a rematch clash. Andrade, who is...

Jessica Andrade claims Joanna Jedrzejczyk is open to UFC return, BMF title rematch

Las Vegas, NV

Demetrious Johnson is all class. The ONE Championship star and former UFC flyweight champion recently competed as a black belt at the 2024 IBJJF World Masters Jiu Jitsu Championship in Las Vegas, and he shared footage of his grappling exploits on his YouTube channel. In his third match of the day, “Mighty Mouse” scored a decision win over Takuto Kako. Afterward, he went went out of his way to console his sullen opponent. Watch a clip of that interaction below. Demetrious Johnson consoles his opponent after beating him in a Jiu Jitsu tournament: "There's next year man. This is for...

Watch Demetrious Johnson’s classy gesture to opponent after BJJ competition win

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3 amazing fights get added to UFC Abu Dhabi in October.

UFC Announces 3 Huge Fights for Stacked UFC 308 Event

Paddy Pimblett is desperate to cross paths with a UFC legend en route to squaring off with Islam Makhachev for lightweight gold. Following a massive victory at UFC 304, the Liverpudlian has earned a #15 ranking in the 155-pound division. Paddy Pimblett targets fight with Charles Oliveira. On July 27,...

Paddy Pimblett reveals the former UFC champion he wants to fight to earn a shot at the lightweight belt

Los Angeles County, CA

It's been four years since the charismatic and rugged actor Robert Conrad died at 84. Best known for feature films like Palm Springs Weekend, and the trio of hit TV shows, Hawaiian Eye, Wild Wild West, and Black Sheep Squadron (a.k.a., Baa Baa Black Sheep), Robert Conrad was one tough cookie. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Tough Guy' Actor Robert Conrad ('Wild, Wild West): 4 Years After His Tragic Death

Kayla Harrison has a lot to focus on these days now that she’s a contender in the UFC women’s bantamweight division, but she’s keeping a lot of her attention on former double champ Amanda Numes. After tearing through Holly Holm at UFC 300, Harrison has her next...

Amanda Nunes coming back is ‘dream situation’ for UFC 307’s Kayla Harrison

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If Kayla Harrison had to choose, she’d rather fight Julianna Pena for the title. Harrison (17-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) is perhaps one fight away from cementing herself as No. 1 contender if she can get past Ketlen Vieira (14-3 MMA, 8-3 UFC) Oct. 5 at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City.

Kayla Harrison 'would rather put an elbow through Julianna Peña's skull than Raquel Pennington's'

Dana White’s Contender Series has proven to be a launching pad for rising UFC stars, offering fighters the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of the UFC CEO. With one chance to make an impression, DWCS fighters can earn a UFC contract based solely on their performance that night if White believes they have what it takes to compete with UFC talent.

Sean O’Malley | Dana White’s Contender Series Grad Showcase

Watch Naoya Inoue vs. TJ Doheny full fight video highlights from their main event showdown Sunday night, courtesy of multiple outlets. Inoue vs. Doheny took place Sept. 3 at the Ariake Arena in Toyko, Japan. Naoya Inoue (28-0) and TJ Doheny (26-5) squared off in the the main event clash for the undisputed bantamweight title. The fight aired live on ESPN+.

Naoya Inoue vs. TJ Doheny full fight video highlights

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Alexa Grasso has developed a weird chemistry with longtime foe Valentina Shevchenko ahead of their upcoming fight.

Alexa Grasso Discusses 'Weird' Dynamic with Valentina Shevchenko Ahead of UFC 306

Conor McGregor fans, brace yourselves for a bit of a delay. According to UFC veteran Chael Sonnen, the highly anticipated fight between McGregor and Michael Chandler is not set for this year. He has insider information suggesting the bout is now slated for January 2025. McGregor and Chandler were originally...

Conor McGregor Vs. Michael Chandler ‘In January’: UFC’s Inside Scoop Highlighted By MMA Insider

Missouri State

Amid his own quest for a title charge at the welterweight limit, unbeaten divisional challenger, Shavkat Rakhmonov is unfazed by a potential future push to gold by former two-division champion, Conor McGregor — amid links to an end-of-year UFC 310 return clash. Rakhmonov, the current number three ranked welterweight...

‘I don’t see it’: Shavkat Rakhmonov unfazed by Conor McGregor’s potential welterweight push

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UFC CEO Dana White announced on X that former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno will face Amir Albazi at Rogers Place in what will likely be a title eliminator.

UFC adds Moreno, Albazi flyweight bout to Edmonton card

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Reaction: Is Alex Pereira actually moving back to 185 for Dricus du Plessis after UFC 307?

Alex Pereira has doubled down on a return to middleweight as he sent a message to Dricus du Plessis. Of course, “Poatan” has to defend his...

Reaction: Is Alex Pereira actually moving back to 185 for Dricus du Plessis after UFC 307?

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