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UNCOVERED: Pfl | History Defined

How Jake Paul suddenly emerged as the UFC and Dana White’s biggest threat

COMMENT: The influencer’s Most Valuable Promotions is organising a Netflix fight card, as Alex Pattle explains, with UFC legends Ronda Rousey, Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou starring

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Francis Ngannou and Jake Paul reignite feud: ‘Lasted longer with Anthony Joshua’

Ngannou will fight Philipe Lins on 16 May, at an event organised by Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions

The Independent UK

Francis Ngannou to make MMA return on Ronda Rousey undercard

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Francis Ngannou’s next fight confirmed for Ronda Rousey undercard on Netflix

The former UFC heavyweight champion left the PFL last week, and it was unclear whether his next bout would be in a cage or boxing ring

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Francis Ngannou parts ways with PFL after just one fight

The former UFC heavyweight champion joined PFL in January 2023 and only fought for the promotion once

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Usman Nurmagomedov suggests he would choke UFC champion Ilia Topuria unconscious

Nurmagomedov, with his cousin Khabib in his corner, put Alfie Davis to sleep on Saturday to retain his PFL title

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Dana White clarifies ‘physical’ encounter with Francis Ngannou during UFC stint

White previously accused the former UFC heavyweight champion of putting his hands on him

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Francis Ngannou open to Jon Jones showdown at UFC White House after PFL contract revelation

Ngannou has fought just once in PFL since jumping ship from the UFC in 2023

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Usman Nurmagomedov to defend PFL title against Britain’s Alfie Davis

Nurmagomedov looks to build on two competitive victories over Paul Hughes

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Ronda Rousey’s criticism of UFC fans stems from being a bad loser, says Cris Cyborg

Exclusive interview: UFC legend Cyborg has leapt to the defence of MMA fans after being targeted in a tirade by Rousey

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Fans rage at Usman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes scorecards as Russian beats Northern Irish star again

Nurmagomedov retained the PFL lightweight title against Hughes for a second time, again winning on points – but with fans raging at the judging

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Usman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes 2 live: Fight result as score sparks major controversy

Northern Ireland’s Hughes again failed to dethrone Khabib’s cousin, the PFL lightweight champion, but the scorecards sparked significant backlash online

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Paul Hughes: ‘I’m carrying the torch for Irish MMA – and a Nurmagomedov is trying to take away my dreams’

INTERVIEW: Hughes, one of MMA’s hottest properties, speaks to Will Castle about what it means to fly the Irish flag ahead of the biggest rematch in the sport – and why his rivalry with Usman Nurmagomedov has nothing to do with Khabib vs McGregor

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Paul Hughes vs Usman Nurmagomedov 2: Start time, card and how to watch PFL fight

Northern Ireland sensation Hughes will look to avenge lightweight title heartbreak against the undefeated Nurmagomedov

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Fabian Edwards: ‘Dad was looking down on us when I emulated Leon’s title-winning headshot’

Exclusive interview: Edwards reflects on his own ‘headshot dead’ moment as he mirrored brother Leon’s knockout to become PFL champion

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Francis Ngannou reveals plan to fight Deontay Wilder in next boxing match

Ngannou’s last boxing outing was a brutal defeat by Anthony Joshua, but he bounced back in MMA

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What does the UFC’s Paramount deal mean for fighters and fans?

The UFC’s contract with ESPN is coming to an end, with Paramount up next for the MMA giant

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When Is Timur Khizriev's Next Fight? What the Dagestan Shooting Means for His Undefeated Record and PFL Future

PFL champion Timur Khizriev was shot in Dagestan. Here's what we know about his injuries, recovery and when he might return to the cage.

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‘I was chewed up and spat out – fighters deserve better’: Danny Roberts on starting fresh after post-UFC pain

Exclusive interview: British fighter Danny Roberts has voiced his grievances with MMA ahead of his first fight since leaving the UFC

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Francis Ngannou coach offers UFC return update amid complex Jones vs Aspinall saga

Ngannou has boxed and fought in the PFL since leaving the UFC and vacating its heavyweight title in 2023

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Savannah Marshall delves into her return to boxing as part of Jake Paul’s super-team

Exclusive interview: After a detour in MMA, the former undisputed champion is back in boxing as one of numerous women’s signings on Jake Paul’s promotion

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Darren Till Wants Jake Paul Fight Before Making UFC Comeback

Darren Till has set out his ideal run of fights in the sport of boxing and identified Jake Paul as an opponent before making a UFC return.

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Paul Hughes sends Belfast into frenzy with 42-second KO and Usman Nurmagomedov callout

Hughes quickly saw off Bruno Miranda before turning his attention to the man who beat him in January, the PFL lightweight champion

The Sports Daily

Brad Tavares Departs UFC Roster After 15-Year Run

Brad Tavares ends 15-year UFC run after contract expiration, leaving as a middleweight stalwart with 16 wins and a lasting legacy.

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PFL’s Taila Santos Suspended Six Months for Failed Drug Test

PFL flyweight Taila Santos suspended six months by USADA for failed drug test, missing 2025 tournament and title contention.

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