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The Godfather of 155: Jens Pulver looks back at becoming the first UFC lightweight champion 20 years ago

Twenty years after becoming the first-ever UFC lightweight champion, Jens Pulver recounts the unbelievable journey that led him to that title in 2001.

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John McCarthy on Derrick Lewis’ punches on unconscious Curtis Blaydes: ‘That’s what happens at times’

Veteran official John McCarthy weighs in on a pair of controversial stoppages involving Herb Dean at UFC Vegas 19.

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Jake Paul rips into Conor McGregor, Ben Askren, and Nate Diaz with latest impersonations

Jake Paul continues to take aim at the biggest names in MMA.

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Viral video shows OU football star beaten up by MMA-trained man, police investigating

Spencer Jones is recovering and police are investigating after a viral video showed him beaten up by a man with MMA training.

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UFC Vegas 19 medical suspensions: Derrick Lewis potentially out until August after knockout victory

Derrick Lewis is one of 10 fighters from UFC Vegas 19 who could be out of action until August.

Video: What the Heck, Episode 47: Stephen Thompson, Casey O’Neill, Ricky Simon, Julia Avila and Chris Gutierrez

This week on What the Heck, Mike Heck speaks with Stephen Thompson, Casey O’Neill, Ricky Simon, Julia Avila and Chris Gutierrez.

Ramazan Kuramagomedov replaces Randy Brown on short notice, meets Alex Oliveira at UFC Vegas 20

UFC has signed Ramazan Kuramagomedov as Alex Oliveira’s new opponent for Saturday night’s UFC Vegas 20 event.

Morning Report: Boxing great George Foreman believes Conor McGregor can beat Manny Pacquiao in boxing

The boxing legend says McGregor should move to the sweet science permanently.

Video: Charles Oliveira has ‘dream come true’ as he rides a bull in Brazil

Charles Oliveira released videos and photos of his first attempt in bull riding in Sete Barras, Brazil.

Felicia Spencer vs. Danyelle Wolf targeted for May 22 UFC event

Felicia Spencer returns in May to fight newcomer Danyelle Wolf.

‘Khabib-style’ Jailton Junior confident he will land UFC deal after eighth straight finish in Brazil

Brazilian prospect Jailton Junior, 29, scored all of his 12 MMA wins via stoppage.

MMA veteran Travis Fulton indicted on child pornography charges

Travis Fulton faces multiple charges, according to an indictment unsealed Friday.

T.J. Dillashaw not shying away from instant title shot for return: ‘I’m ready to go straight for the belt’

Former UFC champoin T.J. Dillashaw is ready for a title shot or the shark tank of contenders at 135 pounds.

The kick that changed everything

How Anderson Silva became a celebrity — and turned UFC into mainstream culture in Brazil — by kicking Vitor Belfort in the face.

Gavin Tucker steps in for Ryan Hall to face Dan Ige at March 13 UFC show

Gavin Tucker will fill in on short-notice for an injured Ryan Hall and fight Dan Ige on March 13.

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Coming off longest layoff of career, Eddie Alvarez targets title fight after ONE’s U.S. TV debut

Eddie Alvarez wants to make history by adding a ONE Championship to his collection.

Randy Brown out of UFC Vegas 20 matchup with Alex Oliveira

Alex Oliveira needs a new opponent for this Saturday’s fight card in Las Vegas.

BKFC president David Feldman praises Paige VanZant for bare knuckle debut, already targeting summer time return 

BKFC president David Feldman details the success of the recent KnuckleMania pay-per-view and praises Paige VanZant for her debut despite coming up short in a decision with talks already started on her next bare-knuckle fight.

Raoni Barcelos tests positive for COVID-19, withdraws from UFC Vegas 20

Raoni Barcelos tested positive for the novel coronavirus six days before UFC Vegas 20.

On To the Next One: Matches to make after UFC Vegas 19

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck and Alexander K. Lee put on their matchmaker hats following Saturday’s UFC Vegas 19 at the APEX.

Morning Report: Khabib Nurmagomedov talks Conor McGregor, Tony Ferguson, and Georges St-Pierre

The UFC lightweight champion puts to bed any talks of a GSP fight.

With Raphael Assuncao out, Raoni Barcelos expected to meet newcomer Marcelo Rojo at UFC Vegas 20

Alex Perez vs. Matt Schnell in the works for UFC event on May 15

A flyweight fight between former title contender Alex Perez and Matt Schnell is currently in the works for the upcoming UFC card expected to take place on May 15.

Video: Ode Osbourne eyes Francisco Figueiredo matchup, aims to use UFC platform to inspire

Ode Osbourne has plans for a big 2021 in and out of the octagon.

Video: ‘Saturday Night Live’ spoofs Gina Carano following ‘Mandalorian’ firing

What does Gina Carano have in common with Britney Spears, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo? They were all spoofed on the most recent edition of Saturday Night Live.

Angela Hill vs. Ashley Yoder rematch late addition to UFC Vegas 20 fight card

‘Mortal Kombat’ actor Lewis Tan says he based part of his character on Jorge Masvidal

It appears that Jorge Masvidal’s influence has gone from the octagon to the big screen.

The Weekly Grind: Khabib Nurmagomedov gifted signed jersey from soccer star Kylian Mbappe

Check out the latest edition of The Weekly Grind as fighters share their lives outside the cage.

The cost of being ‘The King’

Seven years ago, doctors told former UFC lightweight Spencer Fisher he could no longer fight. That wasn’t the end of his time with his promoter. But when the company was sold, he was among those to be cut loose. Now, he’s just trying to get by.

Derrick Lewis still wants ‘so-called legend’ Alistair Overeem ‘as soon as he passes concussion protocol’

Lewis still hasn’t let go of a fight with Alistair Overeem even though they’re on opposite sites of the resume in recent fights.

Aljamain Sterling predicts 1 takedown to beat Petr Yan, who advises ‘plan bicycle’ when that fails

The UFC bantamweight champ and No. 1 contender continue to trade shots in advance of their UFC 259 meeting.

Gina Carano believes she was a victim of bullying by Disney, promised ‘to go down swinging’ prior to her firing

Gina Carano claims that she was a victim of bullying by Disney after she put several controversial posts up on her social media accounts, which eventually led to her firing from "The Mandalorian."

Derrick Lewis explains extra punches after Curtis Blaydes knockout: ‘That’s not my fault, that’s Herb Dean’s fault’

Derrick Lewis explains the extra punches he landed on Curtis Blaydes after he connected with a vicious uppercut that left the No. 2 ranked heavyweight unconscious.

Video: UFC Vegas 19 post-fight show

MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck, Jose Youngs, Alexander K. Lee and E. Casey Leydon break down the top storylines coming out of Saturday night’s UFC Vegas 19 event.

UFC Vegas 19 bonuses: Derrick Lewis leads list of winners on finish-heavy night

Lewis’ concussive stoppage of Curtis Blaydes was a shoo-in for a $50,000 performance bonus on Saturday night in Las Vegas.

Oscar Valdez vs. Miguel Berchelt full fight video highlights

Get Oscar Valdez vs. Miguel Berchelt full fight video highlights from the main event Saturday.

UFC Vegas 19 post-fight press conference video

Watch the UFC Vegas 19 post-fight press conference video to hear from the top UFC Vegas 19 fighters on Saturday.

UFC Vegas 19 Results: Blaydes vs. Lewis

Get UFC Vegas 19 results for the Blaydes vs. Lewis fight card Saturday night.