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UFC Vegas 122: Duncan faces his first five-round main event against Allen, a decisive test
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UFC Vegas 122: Duncan faces his first five-round main event against Allen, a decisive test

This Saturday, UFC Vegas 122 features Brendan Allen and Christian Leroy Duncan in the main event, where Duncan will face his first five-round fight. Allen, seeking a fourth consecutive win, is banking on his endurance and constant pressure to dominate in the later rounds.

To remember:

  • Brendan Allen challenges Christian Leroy Duncan in the main event of UFC Vegas 122.
  • Duncan faces his first five-round main event.
  • Allen relies on his endurance and constant pressure to dominate in the later rounds.
  • Duncan, undefeated in four rounds, has never gone past the third round in a fight.
  • "I want to see if he’s ready to go the distance," Allen declares before the bout.
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Jake Paul reignites his career after a KO: from MMA to boxing, an ambitious strategy to rival the giants
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Jake Paul reignites his career after a KO: from MMA to boxing, an ambitious strategy to rival the giants

After a long recovery from a broken jaw, Jake Paul has received medical clearance for a return to the ring. The American boxer and influencer, known for his sky-high ambitions, is now targeting high-profile bouts against UFC stars like Conor McGregor or Francis Ngannou. A bold strategy that could redefine the boundaries between disciplines.

To remember:

  • Jake Paul receives medical clearance for a boxing return after his loss to Anthony Joshua in December 2025.
  • A jaw injury and two surgeries had sidelined his career for nearly ten months.
  • Paul is now targeting stars like Conor McGregor, Sean Strickland, and Francis Ngannou, blurring the lines between boxing and MMA.
  • His statements reignite the debate over pay disparities in combat sports.
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Pereira vs Pavlovich: The Clash Where Brazilian Power Meets Russian Discipline
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Pereira vs Pavlovich: The Clash Where Brazilian Power Meets Russian Discipline

The fight between Alex Pereira and Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335 is shaping up to be a high-stakes tactical duel. The Brazilian, accustomed to middleweight battles, could capitalize on the Russian’s more static style, offering an ideal target to exploit his power and precision. Glover Teixeira, his coach, is betting on a distance strategy and Pereira’s explosiveness for a finish before the limit.

To remember:

  • Alex Pereira faces Sergei Pavlovich at UFC 335 in a tactical duel with major stakes.
  • Glover Teixeira notes that Pavlovich’s static style plays to Pereira’s strengths: power and precision.
  • The Brazilian must adopt a distance strategy to counter the Russian’s frontal assaults.
  • A finish before the five-round limit is likely, according to the coach, thanks to Pereira’s explosiveness.
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The 39-year-old Brazilian, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, prioritizes the UFC despite the allure of boxing
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The 39-year-old Brazilian, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, prioritizes the UFC despite the allure of boxing

At 39, Alex Pereira, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, categorically rules out a boxing career due to his age and contractual obligations with the UFC. The Brazilian, nicknamed Poatan, is now focusing on a historic goal: becoming the first triple champion in the organization across different weight classes.

To remember:

  • Alex Pereira, 39, a double kickboxing and MMA champion, dismisses the idea of a boxing career.
  • The Brazilian, with seven fights left on his UFC contract, calls a move to boxing "almost impossible."
  • His next MMA challenge is scheduled for December 12 in Las Vegas, where he aims for a third title in a different weight class.
  • Pereira aims to become the first UFC triple champion across distinct divisions.
  • He is considering a return to light heavyweight to face the division’s elite.
  • His December 12 fight, a co-main event at the T-Mobile Arena, could be a stepping stone toward that third title.
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At 37, the two-time UFC middleweight champion steps away from the cage for a new life, marked by bold projects and a thoughtful transition.
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At 37, the two-time UFC middleweight champion steps away from the cage for a new life, marked by bold projects and a thoughtful transition.

At 37, Israel Adesanya, two-time UFC middleweight champion, announces a definitive retirement after 16 years in MMA. Refusing the trap of failed comebacks, he turns to creative and extreme projects to channel his adrenaline and avoid post-career nostalgia.

To remember:

  • Israel Adesanya, two-time UFC middleweight champion, announces a definitive retirement at 37 after 16 years in MMA.
  • He rejects a failed comeback like those of Chuck Liddell or B.J. Penn, opting for a thoughtful transition.
  • His discussions with Georges St-Pierre strengthened his decision to leave the cage without regret.
  • Adesanya is turning to creative projects (video content, travel) and extreme challenges (bull running, poker) to channel his adrenaline.
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