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Dakota Ditcheva corrects the record on the status of her PFL contract: ‘More fights, more money’

Dakota Ditcheva corrects the record on the status of her PFL contract: ‘More fights, more money’

Dakota Ditcheva is one of the hottest women’s prospects in mixed martial arts (MMA) right now, but the only place you’re going to see her fight for the foreseeable future is the PFL. Ditcheva is 15-0 with 10 of those wins coming in the PFL, and 8 of those 10 coming via KO / TKO. […]
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PFL champ Thad Jean is Top Three in the world, and only casuals disagree

PFL champ Thad Jean is Top Three in the world, and only casuals disagree

Thad Jean believes he’s one of the best Welterweights on the planet. Undefeated at 12-0, the 28-year-old “Silverback” picked up a sensational knockout win over short-notice replacement Ernesto Rodriguez over the weekend to become PFL Welterweight champion (highlights here). Jean was supposed to face highly touted Russian ace Shamil Musaev, but unfortunately weight cut issues […]
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The next Ilia? Dakota Ditcheva announces Sophie Cunningham-inspired celebration for PFL New York

The next Ilia? Dakota Ditcheva announces Sophie Cunningham-inspired celebration for PFL New York

Dakota Ditcheva makes her return to the SmartCage against former Bellator Kickboxing Champion Denise Kielholtz as part of the upcoming PFL New York fight card on Friday night (July 31, 2026) from inside UBS Arena in Belmont Park, Long Island. The undefeated Ditcheva (15-0) is already planning her post-fight celebration, which draws inspiration from WNBA […]
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PFL New York: Make predictions for Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Archie Colgan

PFL New York: Make predictions for Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Archie Colgan

We want your predictions for PFL New York, where the lightweight title is on the line.
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Open Thread: Manu Ginobili’s been dabbling with various roles in the Spurs organization

Open Thread: Manu Ginobili’s been dabbling with various roles in the Spurs organization

The Spurs legend could get more involved with the team in the near future
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Spinning Back Clique: UFC Abu Dhabi wrap, Jean's PFL title, Parnasse

Spinning Back Clique: UFC Abu Dhabi wrap, Jean's PFL title, Parnasse

On the latest episode of "Spinning Back Clique," our panel discusses Magomed Ankalaev's TKO win at UFC Abu Dhabi, Thad Jean's PFL title win, and more.
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USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, July 28: Ramazan Temirov enters top 15

USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, July 28: Ramazan Temirov enters top 15

Check out the latest rankings update following UFC Fight Night 282 and PFL Washington.
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Matches to make after busy combat sports weekend including UFC, PFL and boxing

Matches to make after busy combat sports weekend including UFC, PFL and boxing

UFC Abu Dhabi went down yesterday (Sat., July 25, 2026) inside Etihad Arena (a.k.a. Fight Island) in United Arab Emirates which saw Magomed Ankalaev stop Bogdan Guskov in the fifth and final round of their Light Heavyweight main event (highlights). But UFC wasn’t the only show on during a busy sports weekend that also included […]
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Thad Jean Wins Welterweight Title at PFL Washington

Thad Jean Wins Welterweight Title at PFL Washington

Thad Jean Wins Welterweight Title at PFL Washington
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Utah Jazz sign former UNC small forward

Utah Jazz sign former UNC small forward

Utah Jazz sign an interesting wing prospect
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Club América Femenil defeats Tigres Femenil in the Campeón de Cameponas

Club América Femenil defeats Tigres Femenil in the Campeón de Cameponas

Goalkeeper Itzel Velasco was the hero after blocking two penalties to secure the Aguilas the trophy.
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PFL CEO John Martin Plans Thad Jean's First Title Defense

PFL CEO John Martin Plans Thad Jean's First Title Defense

PFL CEO John Martin Plans Thad Jean's First Title Defense