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Thursday06.08.26

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Oliveira masters the art of weight management to stay undefeated in welterweight through scientific preparation

Michael Oliveira, undefeated in ten fights, defies the limits of the welterweight division (77 kg) despite a naturally larger frame. Thanks to close collaboration with nutritionist Rogerio Camoes, an expert who has…

Sherdog + 4 sources2 min
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  1. Michael Oliveira , undefeated in ten fights, remains loyal to welterweight despite his imposing frame.
  2. His preparation with Rogerio Camoes , nutritionist to legends like Anderson Silva , optimizes his weight cut.
  3. Oliveira regularly reaches 77 kg thanks to a rigorous hydration and nutrition protocol.
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The rising Australian aims for history: Salkilld challenges the Pole in the main event at Las Vegas

Quillan Salkilld, the fast-rising Australian, faces Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Vegas 120 this Saturday, August 8. A win over the Pole, ranked among the top lightweights, could propel Salkilld to the top of…

Sherdog + 4 sources2 min
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  1. Quillan Salkilld, headlining UFC Vegas 120 , faces Mateusz Gamrot this Saturday, August 8 in Las Vegas.
  2. With a record of 12 wins and 1 loss , the Australian is aiming for the top of the lightweight division.
  3. Five of his six latest UFC wins have come by first-round KO .
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Darren Till takes a shot at Ian Garry ahead of their explosive UFC 330 showdown

With UFC 330 just days away, Darren Till sparked controversy by calling Ian Garry "fake" and questioning his communication strategy. His criticism targets Garry’s controversial remarks about a world run by women, seen…

Sherdog + 3 sources2 min
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  1. Darren Till accuses Ian Garry of being "fake" and opportunistic ahead of their UFC 330 bout.
  2. Garry’s remarks about a world run by women divide the MMA community.
  3. Till denounces a calculated communication strategy that harms Garry’s image despite his talent.
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After three straight losses, Polish fighter Mateusz Rębecki makes a stunning return by dominating Kyle Prepolec in under five minutes

Mateusz Rębecki made UFC history by crushing Kyle Prepolec in the first round at the Belgrade event on August 1. This spectacular victory ends a streak of three consecutive losses and forcefully reignites the Polish…

MMARocks + 1 source2 min
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  1. Mateusz Rębecki dominates Kyle Prepolec in under five minutes at UFC Belgrade , ending a three-fight losing streak.
  2. This performance revives his career and opens the door to higher-profile matchups in the lightweight division.
  3. The Pole sends a message of gratitude to his supporters and issues a challenge to the UFC for new tests.
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UFC Lightweight Showdown: Parnasse and Gamrot Reignite the KSW Rivalry

Salahdine Parnasse and Mateusz Gamrot’s signings with the UFC have reignited hopes of a long-awaited clash between the former KSW rivals. Their statements confirm their readiness for this highly anticipated duel, with each preparing for key fights in August…

MMARocks + 3 sources1 min
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Challenges Ahead: Volkanovski Faces Undefeated Evloev in a Clash of Titans

Alexander Volkanovski, the UFC featherweight champion, is preparing for a historic showdown against undefeated Movsar Evloev (20-0). After reclaiming his belt in January 2026 against Diego Lopes, Volkanovski is banking…

Sherdog + 3 sources1 min
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  1. Volkanovski, the UFC featherweight champion, faces Movsar Evloev, undefeated in his career (20-0), but without a KO in the UFC.
  2. The Australian champion is relying on an intensive training camp in Thailand, combining wrestling and grappling to counter Evloev’s methodical style.
  3. Volkanovski is adapting his strategy to exploit Evloev’s weaknesses and retain his belt after five title defenses during his first reign.

Wednesday05.08.26

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Ankalaev and Costa in a war of words: a suspended duel at the heart of MMA

Magomed Ankalaev and Paulo Costa are locked in another verbal battle ahead of their long-awaited UFC showdown. The Russian, undefeated in 11 fights, is banking on this clash to claim the world title, while the…

AGFight + 3 sources1 min
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  1. Magomed Ankalaev taunts Paulo Costa with a culinary metaphor on social media, accusing him of avoiding the fight.
  2. The Russian also criticizes UFC’s Hunter Campbell for the delay in organizing their bout.
  3. With 11 unbeaten fights in the UFC, Ankalaev eyes the world title, while Costa, after a KO win in 2025, remains a serious contender.
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Following successful surgery on his anterior cruciate ligament, the Irishman is targeting UFC International Fight Week 2027 for his grand comeback.

Conor McGregor underwent successful surgery to repair his torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sustained at UFC 329. After a 9 to 12-month rehabilitation, the Irishman is targeting a return for International Fight Week…

MMAFighting + 1 source2 min
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  1. Conor McGregor underwent a successful surgery to repair his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) torn during UFC 329 .
  2. His return is planned for International Fight Week 2027 , following a 9 to 12-month rehabilitation.
  3. McGregor previously overcame an ACL tear in 2013 and remains optimistic despite the uncertainties.
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McGregor restarts his fight after surgery: the stakes of an octagon return

Conor McGregor successfully underwent knee surgery after injuring it in his last fight at UFC 329. The 38-year-old Irishman, whose UFC contract is nearing its end, is banking on a strong return to consider another fight.

MMARocks + 2 sources2 min
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  1. Conor McGregor successfully underwent knee surgery after injuring it in his last fight at UFC 329.
  2. The Irishman, returning after years of absence, was forced to tap out against Max Holloway last July.
  3. McGregor shared his confidence on social media, stating that the surgery went "perfectly."
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Title Fight at Welterweight: Makhachev vs. Garry, a Battle for Supremacy

The UFC 330 welterweight title fight (77 kg), set for August 15 in Philadelphia, looks lopsided. Islam Makhachev, undefeated since 2019 and the pound-for-pound leader, is the heavy favorite against Irishman Ian Machado…

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  1. Islam Makhachev , undefeated since 2019, is the heavy favorite against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330.
  2. Michael Morales predicts that a spectacular KO would be needed to beat Makhachev.
  3. Carlos Prates , with an impressive record, could challenge Makhachev if Garry wins.
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Whittaker crushes Krylov at UFC 329 and shuts up Joe Rogan despite a record weigh-in weight

Robert Whittaker delivered an MMA masterclass to Nikita Krylov at UFC 329, securing a resounding KO in three rounds. But it was his sharp retort to Joe Rogan that stole the show. The Australian, moving up to light…

MMAFighting + 4 sources2 min
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  1. Robert Whittaker won by KO against Nikita Krylov at UFC 329 in three rounds.
  2. Whittaker called Joe Rogan’s comments about his physique "bothersome" , despite his dominance.
  3. The Australian defended his 93 kg weight as optimal for his light heavyweight performance.
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The undefeated Polish knockout artist prepares his return to Ankos MMA to impress in Los Angeles

Iwo Baraniewski, ranked 15th in the light heavyweight division, prepares for his UFC 331 return with a training camp at Ankos MMA. The undefeated Pole, known for his quick knockouts, aims for a fourth consecutive…

MMARocks + 3 sources1 min
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  1. Iwo Baraniewski , ranked 15th in the light heavyweight division, prepares for his return to UFC 331 with a training camp at Ankos MMA .
  2. The Pole, undefeated in MMA, targets a 4th consecutive knockout win to rise in the rankings.
  3. With an 80% knockout win rate , Baraniewski is counting on his power to impress in Los Angeles.
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Walker Challenges Lewis: Explosive Clash Between Technical Youth and Legendary Power

Valter Walker, the undefeated Brazilian prodigy in the UFC, has set his sights on Derrick Lewis, the heavyweight legend and UFC knockout record holder. Their potential clash promises a generational showdown between…

AGFight + 1 source2 min
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  1. Valter Walker, undefeated in five UFC fights, targets Derrick Lewis for a high-intensity showdown.
  2. Lewis, 41, holds the UFC record for most KOs with 22 knockout victories.
  3. This fight would pit Lewis’s legendary experience against Walker’s technical and mobile youth.
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Gamrot’s nasal bandage at UFC Vegas 120: injury or strategy?

Mateusz Gamrot, the Polish UFC star, has raised questions by arriving at UFC Vegas 120 with an intriguing nasal bandage. Between speculation about a possible injury and media silence, his 15th octagon fight is shaping up to be high-stakes.

MMARocks + 3 sources2 min