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Wednesday19.08.26

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Explosive Showdown in Las Vegas: Puga and Trembley Seal Their Rise to the Top of MMA

On August 18, 2026, Las Vegas pulsed to the rhythm of a historic fight. Roman Puga and Taner Trembley delivered a rare clash of intensity at Dana White’s Contender Series, totaling 374 strikes over three rounds…

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  1. Roman Puga and Taner Trembley deliver a historic fight with 374 strikes over three rounds in Las Vegas.
  2. Their intense clash earns them both UFC contracts, a first in Dana White’s Contender Series history.
  3. Roman Puga wins by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-27) thanks to his strike volume.

Tuesday18.08.26

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Defeat at UFC 330: Gillian Robertson Calls Out Coach in Open Conflict

After her controversial defeat at UFC 330, Gillian Robertson broke her silence to call out her coach Din Thomas. Her criticism of his public apologies, which she deems contradictory to their private exchanges, reveals a…

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  1. Gillian Robertson criticizes her coach Din Thomas after her defeat at UFC 330.
  2. She calls Thomas’s public apologies "dishonorable" and contradictory to their private messages.
  3. Their 14-year partnership is now compromised following controversial remarks.
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Dern reigns supreme, but the title race heats up with the meteoric rise of new contenders

Mackenzie Dern emerges as the new dominant force in the strawweight division after Zhang Weili’s removal from the rankings. Her title, secured by a successful defense at UFC 330, could soon be tested by the rise of…

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  1. Mackenzie Dern becomes the undisputed queen of the strawweight division after Zhang Weili falls from the official rankings.
  2. The Brazilian solidified her status by dominating Gillian Robertson at UFC 330 .
  3. Fatima Kline and Alexia Thainara , on long win streaks, are shaking up the top 10 and directly threatening Dern.
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Islam Makhachev: Who can rival his impressive 17-fight winning streak?

Dana White, UFC president, tempers the enthusiasm around Islam Makhachev, the current lightweight champion. Despite his 17-fight winning streak and two UFC titles, he believes it’s premature to crown him as the greatest…

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  1. Dana White refuses to crown Islam Makhachev as the greatest fighter of all time , believing such recognition must wait until the end of his career.
  2. Makhachev holds an impressive record of 17 consecutive wins since 2015 and has won two UFC lightweight titles.
  3. With three or four more fights on the horizon, the Russian could further solidify his legend and cement his place in MMA history.
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UFC 330 Scandal: Coach Din Thomas Admits His Mistake Against Robertson

A controversy erupts after UFC 330 when Din Thomas, Gillian Robertson’s coach, publicly ends their partnership right after her loss to Mackenzie Dern. Facing backlash, he backtracks and apologizes, admitting his…

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  1. Din Thomas publicly apologizes after criticizing his protégé Gillian Robertson at UFC 330.
  2. His lack of respect toward Robertson triggered a wave of outrage in the MMA community.
  3. Thomas ultimately admitted his wrongdoing, calling his behavior " selfish and despicable ".
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Makhachev Prevails Despite a Tough Fight at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev retained his UFC lightweight title against Ian Machado Garry in a tough fight at UFC 330, raising questions about his dominance. Discover the details of this close victory and the Russian champion’s next…

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  1. Islam Makhachev retains his UFC lightweight title against Ian Machado Garry in a grueling fight at UFC 330 .
  2. Despite a close victory, analysts are questioning Makhachev’s dominance , as he remains undefeated since 2015.
  3. Carlos Prates and Michael Morales are emerging as serious contenders for a future title defense.
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The Russian champion solidifies his reign but must now prove his worth against more physical opponents

Islam Makhachev secured his 17th consecutive win by defending his welterweight title at UFC 330, but doubts remain about his ability to face more physically imposing opponents like Carlos Prates or Michael Morales. Joe…

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  1. Islam Makhachev secures a 17th consecutive win and defends his welterweight title at UFC 330.
  2. Doubt persists about his ability to face more imposing opponents like Carlos Prates or Michael Morales .
  3. Joe Rogan has expressed reservations about Makhachev’s ability to maintain his dominance against more physical opponents.
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UFC 332: Johnny Walker’s Division Change, Marvin Vettori’s Redemption Quest, and Rising Talents in the Spotlight

The UFC 332, set for October 3, 2026 in Salt Lake City, is shaping up to be a major event with headline matchups: Johnny Walker 's heavyweight debut against Mick Parkin , and the tactical duel between Marvin Vettori and…

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  1. The UFC 332 will take place on October 3, 2026 in Salt Lake City and will feature several major matchups.
  2. Johnny Walker will make his heavyweight debut against Mick Parkin , a long-awaited transition following an initial postponement.
  3. Marvin Vettori will look to end his four-fight losing streak by taking on Ismail Naurdiev in a tactical battle.
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Sean Strickland launches a scathing attack on coach Din Thomas following his controversial withdrawal at UFC 330, reigniting the debate over the role of coaches in MMA.

Sean Strickland fiercely criticized coach Din Thomas after his controversial withdrawal at UFC 330, calling him a " loser " on X. The controversy, sparked after Gillian Robertson’s loss to Mackenzie Dern, raises…

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  1. Sean Strickland fiercely criticizes Din Thomas, calling him a " loser " on X after his controversial withdrawal at UFC 330.
  2. The controversy erupts after Thomas announces his withdrawal from corners, right after Gillian Robertson’s loss to Mackenzie Dern.
  3. Strickland recalls his own journey filled with setbacks before becoming a two-time UFC champion, emphasizing the importance of resilience.
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Gillian Robertson left stunned after a decisive setback at UFC 330

UFC 330 was marked by a historic loss for Gillian Robertson against Mackenzie Dern, leading to a brutal breakup with her coach Din Thomas. A breakdown of a turning point in the strawweight division.

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  1. Gillian Robertson suffers a unanimous decision loss to Mackenzie Dern at UFC 330.
  2. Din Thomas announces the end of his collaboration with Robertson after the fight, sparking controversy.
  3. Matt Brown criticizes Thomas’s timing but refuses to condemn him without knowing their relationship.
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The Swede, frustrated by the lack of a fight, piles pressure on Dana White for an explosive trilogy

Khamzat Chimaev, the dethroned UFC middleweight champion, directly called out Dana White after his loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328. The Swede is demanding an immediate rematch, underscoring his status as an…

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  1. Khamzat Chimaev demands an immediate rematch against Sean Strickland after UFC 328.
  2. With 15 wins in 16 fights, the Swede remains a title contender despite his recent loss.
  3. His performances against Dricus Du Plessis and his wins over Kamaru Usman and Robert Whittaker confirm his status as a sure bet .
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Rising UFC star Ian Machado Garry under fire for his overly conciliatory attitude toward Islam Makhachev

Henry Cejudo, two-time UFC champion and MMA legend, sharply criticized Ian Machado Garry after his fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330. For Cejudo, Garry’s overly friendly attitude toward his opponent reveals a…

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  1. Henry Cejudo calls Ian Machado Garry ’s attitude "cringe" after his loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 .
  2. Cejudo believes Garry severely lacks killer instinct , a major flaw for an aspiring champion.
  3. The UFC may hesitate to promote Garry, as his lack of aggression poses a marketing problem.
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Garry Proves His Resilience: McGregor Hails an Unexpected Comeback

Conor McGregor praised Ian Garry’s fighting spirit after his loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330, highlighting a champion mindset . Despite initially betting on a Garry KO victory, McGregor acknowledged Makhachev’s…

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  1. Conor McGregor praises Ian Garry’s champion mindset after his loss to Islam Makhachev.
  2. Garry, despite the setback, acknowledged his opponent’s superiority that night.
  3. Makhachev, undefeated since 2015, sets a new record with 17 consecutive UFC wins.