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The Dictator’s Dilemma: How U.S. sanctions will impact Ramzan Kadyrov’s MMA aspirations 

Karim Zidan delves into the OFAC’s sanctions on Ramzan Kadydrov’s combat sports entities and the significant impact it will have on a wide range of stakeholders within the sport.

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Bellator MMA signs Darina Mazdyuk after beating 529-pound man

Look, beating up a 500+ pound man has to earn you a step up, right?

Updated UFC COVID-19 protocol falls short of addressing all concerns

The UFC travel protocol does not address UFC employees and support staff - that’s an issue.

Holloway ditches sparring ahead of Kattar fight

"Sparring is like an ego trip. I understand you got to do something but you can figure out different ways to move and get it done."

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Judo Chump: Kangaroo gets put under down under

Crikey, he was choked until the point of chunder, that one.

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Hooker says empty arena hurt Ferguson at UFC 256

Dan Hooker believes Tony Ferguson is at his best when fighting in front of a crowd.

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Jacare ‘pretty upset’ with KO loss, wants quick return

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Big John McCarthy thinks UFC will cut Ferguson after loss to Oliveira

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Dern eyes 2021 title shot: ‘I showed it’s dangerous to stand with me’

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DAZN offers Canelo-Smith through traditional PPV

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Comprehensive list of current UFC fighters

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CM Punk: White is ‘more generous’ than Vince McMahon

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Illegal NYC fight club relocates to Florida

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Tinfoil Fighters: A comprehensive list of MMA athletes spreading unfounded conspiracy theories 

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Video: White calls Oliveira ‘top three’ lightweight

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Odds released for Covington vs. Masvidal

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Khabib predicted Ferguson was ‘finished’ prior to UFC 256

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Video: Mark Hunt starts weigh-in brawl

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Ferguson shows injured elbow, says fighting without crowd isn’t the same

Tony Ferguson has issued a statement about his UFC 256 loss.

Jake Paul goes off on McGregor; Nate Diaz responds with warning

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White says Mick Maynard saved UFC flyweight division

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