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The second time has been the charm for Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight contender Matheus Nicolau. A brief first stint in the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization ended with an abrupt release from the promotion in July 2018.

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Can Tim Means Beat Uros Medic?

Tim Means (33-15-1) doesn’t have the best of tasks this upcoming Saturday. He must go up against Uros Medic (9-2) in a welterweight clash that kicks off the main card.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 59 minutes ago

Zubaira Tukhugov Shares Memorable Khabib Nurmagomedov Story

Zubaira Tukhugov recently shared an endearing instance of Khabib Nurmagomedov looking out for him. Tukhugov and Abubakar Nurmagomedov were the two Nurmagomedov Team members suspended for jumping the cage and attacking Conor McGregor during the infamous UFC 229 brawl.

Mike Malott News / ClutchPoints / 3 hours ago

Mike Malott returns after first UFC defeat against Gilbert Urbina on July 13th

Mike Malott is set to make his return to the UFC octagon after a setback against Neil Magny, as he faces Gilbert Urbina on July 13 which is rumored to take place in Tampa, Florida.

Dominick Reyes News / Empire Sports Media / 1 hour ago

UFC Louisville adds Dominick Reyes – Dustin Jacoby

UFC Louisville is starting to come together and another big time matchup has been added to the card. Earlier today, we learned that the main event would feature a middleweight clash between Jared Cannonier and Nassourdine Imavov.

Jared Cannonier News / Empire Sports Media / 2 hours ago

UFC Louisville will be headlined by Jared Cannonier – Nassourdine Imavov

UFC Louisville has it’s main event and it’s a good one. This afternoon, MMA Mania reported that the June 8th Fight Night from the KFC Yum Center will be headlined by a top ten middleweight clash between former title challenger Jared Cannonier (17-6) and Nassourdine Imavov (13-4).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 1 hour ago

UFC 304’s Return to Manchester Sparks Anger & Intrigue

Fight fans are happy about the UFC’s return to Manchester. However, to meet television obligations in the United States, Manchester fans will need to be willing to pull an all-nighter.

Jamahal Hill News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Hill-Rountree confirmed co-main event on McGregor-Chandler card

Light heavyweights Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. will square off at UFC 303 as the co-main event with the Conor McGregor-Michael Chandler welterweight fight.

Cain Velasquez News / CBSSPorts.com / 49 minutes ago

Trial date set for former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez in attempted murder case

Velasquez faces multiple charges, including attempted murder

Dana White News / MMA Sucka / 39 minutes ago

Dana White Grants Joaquin Buckley Top Spot On UFC St. Louis

Joaquin Buckley is coming home. Two weeks ago, the UFC Welterweight contender crashed the UFC 300 press conference to ask CEO Dana White about potentially fighting on UFC St.

Jon Jones News / ClutchPoints / 5 hours ago

Jon Jones gives huge update on his UFC return

Reigning UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has ignited speculation about his highly anticipated return to the octagon, reported by Frontkick. After enduring a setback with a torn pectoral muscle last October, Jones has taken the crucial first step towards his comeback.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / 51 minutes ago

'Wolf Warrior' Hu Yong Plans KO Over ‘Weak’ Reece McLaren On May 3

Hu Yong is known as the “Wolf Warrior,” and he will howl again for ONE Championship at ONE Fight Night 22. The #5-ranked flyweight contender will battle #4-ranked Reece McLaren on Friday, May 3, in U.S.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / 0 minutes ago

Road To ONE Winner Sean Climaco Excited, Prepared For Debut At ONE Fight Night 22

ONE Championship will see another American Muay Thai athlete trying to make an impact when Sean Climaco debuts at ONE Fight Night 22 against Josue Cruz.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 6 hours ago

Jon Jones Is Back In Training – Will He Face Aspinall?

Jon Jones, the UFC Heavyweight Champion, shared a picture of himself back in training following his recent injury troubles. Bones has not fought since stopping Ciryl Gane last year via first-round submission at UFC 285.

Cain Velasquez News / Sherdog.com / 1 hour ago

Cain Velasquez Attempted Murder Trial Scheduled for Sept. 9

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez will go to trial in September. Judge Elizabeth C. Peterson set the trial date for Sept. 9 during a hearing on Wednesday in Santa Clara County (Calif.) court.

Tim Means News / Sherdog.com / 8 hours ago

5 Defining Moments: Tim Means

Tim Means has stood the test of time and been around the block longer than his counterparts. His secret to his longevity? An ability to turn things around when the circumstances are not working in his favor, coupled with steady evolution.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 23 minutes ago

Tatiana Suarez Hopeful for Title Fight Against Weili Zhang at The Sphere

Tatiana Suarez is hoping to hear soon from the Ultimate Fighting Championship about a title shot. Weili Zhang defended her strawweight title with a lopsided unanimous decision win over fellow countrywoman Yan Xiaonan at UFC 300 earlier this month.

Sean O'Malley News / Dice City Sports / 2 hours ago

Would Sean O’Malley Succeed In Boxing?

Sean O’Malley (18-1) has achieved a lot in the UFC. From serving as the UFC Bantamweight Champion to defeating Aljamain Sterling, the Montana native has developed a decorated MMA career.

Frankie Edgar News / Dice City Sports / 20 minutes ago

Legends of UFC: Frankie Edgar

Each UFC weight class has a legendary fighter. Whether it’s Conor McGregor in the lightweight division or Chuck Liddell in the light heavyweight division, the promotion is defined by the best fighters in each weight class.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / 14 hours ago

EXCLUSIVE: Lucero Acosta Out Of Combate Global’s May 11 Main Event, 9-Time Kickboxing Champ Jumps In As Replacement

After setting up a fascinating main event matchup for May between fan-favorite Lucero Acosta and Bellator veteran Alejandra Lara, Combate Global lost one-half of their upcoming headliner and has gotten a nine-time kickboxing champion to fill the void.

Justin Gaethje News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Justin Gaethje credits Max Holloway: 'He surprised me in a couple areas'

Justin Gaethje had the momentum in his fight at UFC 300 against Max Holloway -- and saw it shift with one kick and one broken nose in the first round. Gaethje lost to Holloway by knockout in the final second of the five-round lightweight fight in Las Vegas on April 13.

MMA News / Yardbarker / 20 minutes ago