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Conor McGregor Becomes Part-Owner of BKFC

Conor McGregor is taking on many ventures right now. Whether it’s acting or launching his own line of whiskey, there’s nothing that the Irish MMA fighter won’t take on.

Jose Aldo News / Sherdog.com / 3 hours ago

Despite Lucrative Offers, Jose Aldo Not Interested in Fighting for Other MMA Promotions

While he is about to exhaust his Ultimate Fighting Championship contract, Jose Aldo isn’t interested in other MMA promotions — despite having lucrative offers on the table.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 1 hour ago

Steve Erceg Excited About Fan Hostility Going into Alexandre Pantoja Title Fight

Steve Erceg is thrilled by the potential jeers and boos that will come his way as he challenges Alexandre Pantoja in front of the champion’s home crowd at UFC 301.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 17 minutes ago

Islam Makhachev Believes He’ll Be Stylistic Nightmare for Dustin Poirier

Islam Makhachev is expecting an easy night at the office in his upcoming title defense against Dustin Poirer. Makhachev is scheduled to defend his lightweight title against Poirier in the main event at UFC 302 on June 1 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / 17 minutes ago

Coach: Justin Gaethje Was 'Biggest Threat' to Islam Makhachev’s Title Reign

American Kickboxing Academy coach Javier Mendez believes the biggest threat to Islam Makhachev’s lightweight title reign is gone. Mendez considered Justin Gaethje to be the biggest threat to Makhachev.

Clay Collard News / Sherdog.com / 18 minutes ago

Clay Collard vs. Mads Burnell Headlines PFL 5 in Salt Lake City on June 21

A lightweight showdown pitting Clay Collard against Mads Burnell will serve as the featured bout for Professional Fighters League’s fifth regular season event of 2024.

Alexandre Pantoja News / Sherdog.com / 55 minutes ago

5 Defining Moments: Alexandre Pantoja

The once overlooked and undervalued Ultimate Fighting Championship men’s flyweight division is now ripe with talent—replete with fierce competitors from the bottom of the barrel to the top of the heap.

Smilla Sundell News / Sherdog.com / 0 minutes ago

By The Numbers: Smilla Sundell vs. Natalia Diachkova

One Championship’s next curated showcase on Amazon Prime during the acme hours in the United States will materialize on May 3 live from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / 9 hours ago

McGregor On Course To Overtake Dana White After Announcing BKFC Ownership

Conor McGregor has become part owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships (BKFC). The Notorious confirmed the news while the BKFC KnuckleMania 4 card was ongoing on April 27.

Matheus Nicolau News / Dice City Sports / 1 hour ago

3 Takeaways From UFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs. Perez

UFC Fight Night: Nicolau vs. Perez had plenty of noteworthy storylines on Saturday. From one fighter’s sheer dominance to lots of knockouts, the card was filled with noteworthy topics.

NFL News / Dice City Sports / 11 hours ago

4 UFC Fighters Formerly of the NFL

The NFL Draft is where the brightest stars of tomorrow are selected by one of 32 teams. It offers teams a chance to see who’ll be a superstar and a bust.