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UFC Vegas 116: Raoni Barcelos Wins Close Decision Over Montel Jackson

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UFC Vegas 116: Michelle Montague Handles Mayra Bueno Silva, Improves to 8-0

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UFC Vegas 116: Cody Durden Secures Much-Needed Win Over Jafel Filho

Aljamain Sterling Targets Featherweight Gold, Vows No Hesitation Against Zalal

Aljamain Sterling emphasizes his experience and determination to secure a victory against Youssef Zalal in their upcoming fight.

Charles Jourdain thanks Jean Silva for life-changing knockout loss

Jean Jourdain credits his knockout loss to Jean Silva as a turning point that motivated him to change his career trajectory and pursue success in bantamweight.

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Raoni Barcelos eyes pair of high-profile opponents for next UFC appearance

Raoni Barcelos secured his fifth consecutive UFC win and aims to enter the bantamweight rankings.

UFC Vegas 116: Raoni Barcelos Wins Close Decision Over Montel Jackson

Montel Jackson faced Raoni Barcelos at UFC Vegas 116, showcasing his striking and grappling skills in a competitive bout.

UFC Vegas 116: Michelle Montague Handles Mayra Bueno Silva, Improves to 8-0

Montague dominated the fight against Bueno Silva, showcasing superior grappling and ground control throughout the match.

UFC Vegas 116: Cody Durden Secures Much-Needed Win Over Jafel Filho

Cody Durden secured a unanimous decision victory over Jafel Filho at UFC Vegas 116, ending a losing streak and improving his record.

Aljamain Sterling Targets Featherweight Gold, Vows No Hesitation Against Zalal

Aljamain Sterling emphasizes his experience and determination to secure a victory against Youssef Zalal in their upcoming fight.

Charles Jourdain thanks Jean Silva for life-changing knockout loss

Jean Jourdain credits his knockout loss to Jean Silva as a turning point that motivated him to change his career trajectory and pursue success in bantamweight.

Cory Sandhagen vs. Mario Bautista Rematch Booked for UFC 329

Cory Sandhagen will rematch Mario Bautista at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, after previously defeating him in January 2019.

PFL Chicago Sees Undefeated McKee, Khavalov Score Big Wins Over Pettis, Stots

Mitch McKee defeated Sergio Pettis by unanimous decision, showcasing superior wrestling and ground control in the fight.

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UFC 320's Farid Basharat Wants David Martinez Next: "That's My Ranking"

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Marcus McGhee Was Surprised To Get Petr Yan Call

PFL Chicago Sees Undefeated McKee, Khavalov Score Big Wins Over Pettis, Stots

Mitch McKee defeated Sergio Pettis by unanimous decision, showcasing superior wrestling and ground control in the fight.

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UFC 320's Farid Basharat Wants David Martinez Next: "That's My Ranking"

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Marcus McGhee Was Surprised To Get Petr Yan Call

RIZIN Landmark 13 Full Results

RIZIN Landmark 13 featured title fights and notable fighters, including Razhabali Shaidulloev and Danny Sabatello, in Fukuoka, Japan.

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PFL Chicago: Pettis vs. McKee Full Results

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PFL Chicago: Pettis vs. McKee Weigh-In Results

PFL Chicago: Pettis vs. McKee Full Results

Sergio Pettis faced Mitch McKee in the main event of PFL Chicago, with potential title shots on the line for the winners.

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PFL Chicago: Pettis vs. McKee Weigh-In Results

Sergio Pettis headlines the PFL Chicago event against Mitch McKee, with significant fights impacting the bantamweight title picture.

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Justin Clarke, Nkosi Ndebele Thrill Crowd at PFL Pretoria

Nkosi Ndebele, the 2025 PFL Africa bantamweight champion, showcased his dominance by defeating Michele Clemente with a unanimous decision, outstriking him throughout the fight.

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22-time Octagon veteran requests UFC release

Pedro Munhoz has requested his release from the UFC to explore new opportunities while remaining focused on continuing his fighting career.

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PFL Chicago's Sergio Pettis Looking to Prove That "Duke Roufus's Style is Going to be Everlasting"

Sergio Pettis faces Mitch McKee in the PFL Chicago main event, viewing the matchup as risky but accepting the challenge.

UFC Seattle: Ricky Simon vs. Adrian Yanez Ends in Controversial Draw

Ricky Simon and Adrian Yanez delivered an exciting bantamweight fight at UFC Seattle, showcasing their skills despite both coming off losses.

UFC Vegas 114: Elijah Smith Claims Another Finish, Subs Su Young You

Elijah Smith defeated Su Young Yu by rear-naked choke submission in round two at UFC Vegas 114, improving to 3-0 in the UFC.

UFC Vegas 114: Hecher Sosa Capitalizes in Debut, Beats Luan Lacerda

Hecher Sosa made his UFC debut on short notice at Vegas 114, losing to Luan Lacerda in a bantamweight bout despite improving pressure in round two.

UFC Vegas 114: Elijah Smith Claims Another Finish, Subs Su Young You

Elijah Smith defeated Su Young Yu by rear-naked choke submission in round two at UFC Vegas 114, improving to 3-0 in the UFC.

UFC Vegas 114: Hecher Sosa Capitalizes in Debut, Beats Luan Lacerda

Hecher Sosa made his UFC debut on short notice at Vegas 114, losing to Luan Lacerda in a bantamweight bout despite improving pressure in round two.

Charles Jourdain vs. Kyler Phillips Joins UFC Winnipeg

Charles Jourdain faces Kyler Phillips in a bantamweight bout at UFC Winnipeg on April 18, 2026, headlined by Gilbert Burns vs. Mike Malott.

Short Notice Addition to UFC Seattle Sees Ricky Simon Face Adrian Yanez

UFC Fight Night: Seattle on March 28, 2026 adds bantamweight bout between Ricky Simon and Adrian Yanez to its card headlined by Adesanya vs. Pyfer.

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UFC 326: With Garbrandt Match-Up, Xiao Long Feels UFC Has Trust in Him

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Rob Font vs. Raul Rosas Jr. Set for UFC 326

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RDR vs. Borralho, Garbrandt vs. Long Added to UFC 326

UFC 326: With Garbrandt Match-Up, Xiao Long Feels UFC Has Trust in Him

Chinese bantamweight Xiao Long faces ex-champion Cody Garbrandt at UFC 326 despite a 1-2 UFC record, viewing it as his biggest career opportunity.

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Rob Font vs. Raul Rosas Jr. Set for UFC 326

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RDR vs. Borralho, Garbrandt vs. Long Added to UFC 326

Santiago Luna admits making mistake in win over Angel Pacheco at UFC Mexico

Santiago Luna defeated Angel Pacheco by unanimous decision at UFC Mexico, ending his finishing streak, and attributes the decision to targeting the head instead of the body against a durable opponent.

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UFC Mexico City: Promising Santiago Luna Shines Against Angel Pacheco

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UFC Mexico City: Ailin Perez Beats Macy Chiasson for Sixth Straight Win

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UFC Mexico City: Cristian Quinonez Outworks Kris Moutinho in Return

UFC Mexico City: Promising Santiago Luna Shines Against Angel Pacheco

Santiago Luna defeated Angel Pacheco via unanimous decision in a bantamweight bout, maintaining his undefeated 7-0 record with dominant striking and grappling throughout three rounds.

UFC Mexico City: Ailin Perez Beats Macy Chiasson for Sixth Straight Win

Ailin Perez defeated Macy Chiasson by decision in a bantamweight bout, extending her winning streak to six consecutive victories.

UFC Mexico City: Cristian Quinonez Outworks Kris Moutinho in Return

Cristian Quinonez defeats Kris Moutinho at UFC Mexico City through superior grappling, takedowns, and ground control across three rounds.

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Rafael do Nascimento outlasts Shuya Kamikubo in bloody LFA 227 main event

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LFA 227: Kamikubo vs. Nascimento Full Results

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Rafael do Nascimento outlasts Shuya Kamikubo in bloody LFA 227 main event

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LFA 227: Kamikubo vs. Nascimento Full Results

PFL Chicago Gets Pettis vs. McKee Headliner

Sergio Pettis headlines PFL Chicago against undefeated Mitch McKee on April 11, 2026, with Josh Silveira vs. Jordan Newman as the co-main.

Vinicius Oliveira Says He Suffered Multiple Injuries During Camp for UFC Vegas 113

Vinicius Oliveira lost to Mario Bautista via second-round submission at UFC Vegas 113 while competing with multiple injuries, including a fractured arm.

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista Sets Up Slick Sub of Vinicius Oliveira

Mario Bautista defeated Vinicius Oliveira by second-round rear-naked choke submission at UFC Vegas 113.

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UFC Vegas 113: Farid Basharat Takes Narrow Decision Over Jean Matsumoto

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UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista Hopes to Cross Paths with Nurmagomedov Again Some Day

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UFC Vegas 113: Farid Basharat Takes Narrow Decision Over Jean Matsumoto

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UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista Hopes to Cross Paths with Nurmagomedov Again Some Day

UFC 325: Lawrence Lui Claims Bantamweight Road to UFC 4 Crown

Lawrence Lui won the Road to UFC 4 bantamweight final over Sulang Rangbo by split decision, earning a UFC contract.

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UFC 324: Sean O'Malley Takes Close Decision Over Song Yadong

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Sean O'Malley Still Hungry to Be UFC's Biggest Superstar

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Sean O'Malley Will Consider Retirement if Losing Streak Continues

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UFC 324: Sean O'Malley Takes Close Decision Over Song Yadong

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Sean O'Malley Still Hungry to Be UFC's Biggest Superstar

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Sean O'Malley Will Consider Retirement if Losing Streak Continues

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Dominick Cruz First Fighter Named for UFC Hall of Fame, Class of 2026

"Dominick Cruz is one of the greatest bantamweights in combat sports history," said UFC President & CEO Dana White was quoted as saying in a press released issued in conjunction with Saturday's announcement. "Dominick was an amazing athlete who set the standard for bantamweights, and it will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer."

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UFC 324: Umar Nurmagomedov Claims Decision Over Overweight Deiveson Figueiredo

Umar Nurmagomedov defeated Deiveson Figueiredo by unanimous decision after controlling the fight with takedowns, top control, and striking.

Umar Nurmagomedov Doesn't See 'Big Threat' in Deiveson Figueiredo

There's no special work for this particular opponent. We're trying to improve in all aspects to become the best in the world. I can't see any threat in Figueiredo. Of course, he's a very experienced and skillful fighter. But it's all about his right hand and the right leg. He has some understanding of grappling. He is capable of taking you down. Overall, he's a decent fighter, but I can't see any big threat in him.

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'Chito' Vera to Face Rising Bantamweight Talent at UFC Mexico City

Marlon Vera will face David Martinez at UFC Mexico City on Feb. 28, seeking to end a three-fight losing streak.

Rob Font vs. Raul Rosas Jr. Signed for UFC 326

Raul Rosas Jr., 21, will face Rob Font at UFC 326 on March 7 in Las Vegas, a notable step up in competition.

Submission Specialist to Lock Horns with Local Favorite at PFL Madrid

Jake Hadley will face Spain's Kevin Cordero in a bantamweight clash at PFL Madrid on March 20, aiming for his second PFL victory.

Jake Hadley Returns, Faces Kevin Cordero at PFL Madrid

Jake Hadley will face Kevin Cordero in a bantamweight bout at PFL Madrid on March 20, 2026, at Palacio Vistalegre in Madrid, Spain.

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What's next for new champions Petr Yan and Joshua Van after UFC 323?

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UFC 323 live results: Dvalishvili goes for a record fourth title defense this year

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What's next for new champions Petr Yan and Joshua Van after UFC 323?

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UFC 323 live results: Dvalishvili goes for a record fourth title defense this year

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Petr Yan Eyes Redemption And Gold Against Dvalishvili In Rematch

There's no question about the fact that Merab is a great warrior. He showed with his fights that he is a deserving champion, that he deserves to be where he's at, but I also want to say that with my fights and with my performances I showed that there is no other clear #1 contender,

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Payton Talbott Embraces Spotlight as He Sends Henry Cejudo Into Retirement

Payton Talbott will face Henry Cejudo at UFC 323 in Cejudo's final professional MMA fight.

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UFC Qatar: Aleksandre Topuria Bloodies Bekzat Almakhan En Route to Decision Victory

Aleksandre Topuria used relentless forward pressure, effective striking and takedowns to blood and control Bekzat Almakhan despite repeatedly being hobbled by leg kicks.

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From 48 Hours Notice to a Breakout Victory: Ethyn Ewing Has Arrived

Ethyn Ewing accepted a two-day-notice UFC debut and defeated Malcolm Wellmaker, securing a gritty career-defining victory and planning to fight at bantamweight.

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UFC Vegas 110: Timothy Cuamba Collects Unanimous Decision Over Chang-ho Lee

Chang Ho Lee controlled much of the bout with takedowns and back control while Timothy Cuamba produced bursts of offense and top pressure late in the fight.

Umar Nurmagomedov Open to Dvalishvili, Zahabi Fights Following UFC 321

Umar Nurmagomedov aims to fight again before Ramadan 2026 to stay active and pursue a bantamweight title opportunity if available.

LFA 220: Tanner vs. Cyr Full Results

LFA 220 featured Tanner vs. Cyr headlining, with Kevin and Christian Natividad also competing as they sought UFC opportunities and continued their LFA runs.

UFC 321: Umar Nurmagomedov Back in Win Column With Determined Effort Against Mario Bautista

An early body kick led to an immediate takedown attempt by Nurmagomedov, though Bautista was right back up. Another takedown followed, only for Bautista to go after a nasty-looking toe hold. A lot of rolling and transitions early in the bantamweight fight, though things settled down when Nurmagomedov took the back. He spent the rest of the round there, working, keeping the fight in his wheelhouse.

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Charles Jourdain "Honoured" Hunter Campbell Bumped Him Up to UFC Vancouver Main Card

Charles Jourdain was promoted from prelims to the UFC Vancouver main card by Hunter Campbell and earned Performance of the Night after submitting Davey Grant.

Charles Jourdain Steamrolls Davey Grant With Second Straight Guillotine

Charles Jourdain submitted Davey Grant in round one via guillotine after a flying knee knockdown, improving to 2-0 at bantamweight.

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UFC Vancouver's Melissa Croden Has a "Twin," Apparently

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Cody Gibson vs. Aoriqileng Announced for UFC Vancouver

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UFC Vancouver's Melissa Croden Has a "Twin," Apparently

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Cody Gibson vs. Aoriqileng Announced for UFC Vancouver

Malcolm Wellmaker vs. Serhiy Sidey Set for UFC 322 in NYC

Undefeated bantamweight prospect Malcolm Wellmaker faces Serhiy Sidey at UFC 322 in Madison Square Garden on November 15, 2025.

UFC 320: Merab Dvalishvilli Dominant Again, Defends Title Against Cory Sandhagen

Bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili looked to defend his title for the third time in 2025 when he took on Cory Sandhagen in the UFC 320 co-main event. Sandhagen had found himself in interim title fights in years past, but was getting the real deal on Saturday, against one of the most dominant 135lb'ers in UFC history. Early on, the champ looked to work his way inside, where he could employ his machine-like wrestling

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UFC 320: Farid Basharat Outworks Chris Gutierrez

Farid Basharat defeated Chris Gutierrez by unanimous decision at UFC 320, improving to 5-0 in the promotion and nearing a top-15 ranking.

UFC Perth: Colby Thicknesse Narrowly Defeats Josias Musasa, Earns First UFC Win

Musasa controlled most striking exchanges while Thicknesse's timely takedown and top pressure nearly shifted momentum, leaving Thicknesse bloodied by round two.

Kai Asakura Eyes Bantamweight Rebound Following UFC Setbacks

Kai Asakura will move from flyweight to bantamweight in the UFC and aims to rebound after back-to-back submission losses.

DWCS 2025: Episode 6 Breakdown and Predictions

Dana White's Contender Series Week 6 showcases Paddy McCorry's return, undefeated Iwo Baraniewski, and bantamweights Hecher Sosa versus Mackson Lee.

Welcome to the UFC: Alice Pereira

Alice Pereira, 19, debuts in the UFC at bantamweight with a 6-0 pro record, high finish rate, and notable physical frame.

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UFC Shanghai: You Su-young Weathers Late Storm, Claims Decision Over Xiao Long

You Su-young won a close three-round decision over Xiao Long in UFC Shanghai after controlling the early rounds despite Long's late surge and heavy elbows.