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Islam Makhachev: Usman Nurmagomedov ready for 'real jungle' in UFC

Islam Makhachev: Usman Nurmagomedov ready for 'real jungle' in UFC

Islam Makhachev believes it's time for PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov to make his move to the UFC.
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MMA Junkie's Knockout of the Month for July: Flyweight shows big power

MMA Junkie's Knockout of the Month for July: Flyweight shows big power

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best knockouts from July 2026.
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Spinning Back Clique: MVP-PFL merger, Medic dominates, Usman's future

Spinning Back Clique: MVP-PFL merger, Medic dominates, Usman's future

On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique," our panel discusses the MVP MMA and PFL merger, Usman Nurmagomedov's future, and more.
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Javier Mendez: Ilia Topuria toughest fight for Usman Nurmagomedov in the UFC

Javier Mendez: Ilia Topuria toughest fight for Usman Nurmagomedov in the UFC

Javier Mendez sees one particular fighter as a challenge for Usman Nurmagomedov in the UFC.
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Islam Makhachev's Strategy Aids Usman Nurmagomedov in PFL Victory

Islam Makhachev's Strategy Aids Usman Nurmagomedov in PFL Victory

Islam Makhachev's Strategy Aids Usman Nurmagomedov in PFL Victory
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Moustapha Diakhate declared kingship to Jake Paul after PFL New York win

Moustapha Diakhate declared kingship to Jake Paul after PFL New York win

Does Moustapha Diakhate have the potential to become a big star for PFL?
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Usman Nurmagomedov's Free Agency Sparks Interest in MMA Community

Usman Nurmagomedov's Free Agency Sparks Interest in MMA Community

Usman Nurmagomedov's Free Agency Sparks Interest in MMA Community
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UFC or PFL? Usman Nurmagomedov’s free agency just got interesting

UFC or PFL? Usman Nurmagomedov’s free agency just got interesting

Things are about to get fascinating. Professional Fighters League (PFL) Lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov torched top prospect Archie Colgan in the first round this past Friday (July 31, 2026) in the main event of PFL New York inside UBS Arena in Belmont Park, New York (watch highlights). And with that win, his PFL contract has […]
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Mailbag: What should we make of this PFL-MVP merger?

Mailbag: What should we make of this PFL-MVP merger?

Big news, everyone! The PFL and MVP have merged into one combat sports promotion, intent on making a real run at “disrupting” MMA. Well, “big” might not be the right word. But it’s certainly a shift in the landscape of MMA, and it comes at a time when the UFC is trying less than they […]
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Khabib: Usman Nurmagomedov will make free agency decision 'very soon'

Khabib: Usman Nurmagomedov will make free agency decision 'very soon'

Khabib Nurmagomedov says his cousin Usman won't have a drawn-out free agency process.
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Dana White all smiles when asked about free agent Usman Nurmagomedov

Dana White all smiles when asked about free agent Usman Nurmagomedov

Dana White was asked if he'd be interested in signing PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov, who recently fought out his contract.
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Dakota Ditcheva Wins Comeback Fight Against Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York

Dakota Ditcheva Wins Comeback Fight Against Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York

Dakota Ditcheva Wins Comeback Fight Against Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York