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23.04.2021 / 23:43

UFC returns to Florida with fans, Usman-Masvidal rematch

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – When UFC President Dana White brought his mixed martial arts behemoth to Florida last May for a closed-door event, he promised a return trip once the state fully reopened.

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Slap in the face: Da Crazy Hawaiian, rising slap fight star

The future of slap fighting in the United States -- UFC President Dana White is an advocate of the sport -- just might be in the palm of the Da Crazy Hawaiian’s hand.

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Dana White says UFC 261 to be held in Florida with 100% capacity on April 24

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – UFC 261 will be held in Jacksonville, Florida with 100% capacity on April 24, according to UFC President Dana White.

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At RNC, UFC’s Dana White praises Trump’s response to COVID-19 pandemic

LOS ANGELES - Just a few days before the final night of the 2020 Republican National Convention, UFC President Dana White expressed a serious lack of concern for criticism from those who have opposed his endorsement of President Donald Trump. “That s--t doesn’t bother me,” White said, according to MMA Junkie. “Listen, this is America.

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No longer Dana White's dream, UFC's Fight Island is real

The imagery evoked by Dana White's crazy idea was undeniably intoxicating: An octagon perched amid swaying palm trees on a white sand beach, waves lapping at the canvas while mixed martial arts fighters traded blows in the tropical sun.A few months later, the project that came to be known as Fight Island is real and ready for competition.And while Fight Island is not exactly the idyllic scene evoked by its name, the octagon inside an air-conditioned arena on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island also sits inside a bubble that seems highly unlikely to burst.“It's the biggest thing we've ever undertaken,” White said.

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UFC announce Jorge Masvidal for Fight Island main event after Gilbert Burns’ Covid-19 blow

FREE newsletter is as good as that first pint back at the pubUFC have officially announced that Jorge Masvidal will appear at UFC 251 on Saturday night following the news that Gilbert Burns tested positive for Covid-19.Brazilian fighter Burns was set to challenge Kamaru Usman for the UFC welterweight title on Fight Island this weekend.But he has now been removed from the card to be replaced by experienced American Masvidal.The symbolic BMF champion has not fought since last November when he defeated Nate Diaz in the third round at UFC 244.But UFC president Dana White has once again pulled out all the stops to put on what will be a huge welterweight clash for MMA.Both fighters will now fly to Las Vegas where they have to be tested for

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Dana White handed UFC Fight Island blow as Gilbert Burns tests positive for Covid-19

FREE newsletter is as good as that first pint back at the pub Gilbert Burns will not compete in the main event of UFC 251 after testing positive for coronavirus in what is a big blow to the much-anticipated show organised by Dana White.Burns had been set to face welterweight champion Kamaru Usman in a title fight that was the headliner of the first card at UFC's Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.Burns, his coach Greg Jones and brother Herbert all tested positive for the deadly illness and as such the challenger was forced to withdraw.White is now scrambling to find a replacement to fight Usman for the showpiece at the top of the card, which has cost the promotion so much time and money.'Durinho' appeared to reference his

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Paige VanZant sends message to fans and says 'I can't wait to fight' at UFC 251

UFC 251. The flyweight fighter will take on Amanda Ribas in Abu Dhabi on July 11 and will be her first contest since January 2019.A fractured right arm has plagued VanZant over the past year and delayed her comeback, but UFC president Dana White has included her on the undercard for the event in four weeks.

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Paige VanZant training comments and 'passing out' prove how serious she’ll take UFC 251

UFC 251 will feature blonde babe Paige VanZant as she returns to the Octagon for the first time since the start of 2019.

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One Championship making deliberate plans for return to cage

One Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong watched with admiration while UFC President Dana White rushed his mixed martial arts promotion back into competition last month amid the coronavirus pandemic.Sityodtong still plans to be a bit more measured on his own path to get One Championship back in the cage during this unprecedented public health crisis.One Championship definitely will return to action this summer, Sityodtong told The Associated Press on Wednesday. But the promotion has not finalized a date or location for its first fights.Sityodtong is working with government officials and health experts on the fastest path back in China, Thailand and Singapore, One Championship's hometown.

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UFC’s Dana White reveals ‘Fight Island’ location in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Ultimate Fighting Championship boss Dana White says he’s ready to press forward with his long-planned “Fight Island” idea, which will now supposedly take place in the United Arab Emirates next month under strict coronavirus prevention rules.White has been talking about a private island for holding fights since April, when he first floated the idea while planning the UFC’s comeback from COVID-19. His original plan fell through, but he’s now held a few events at empty stadiums in Florida and Las Vegas, and is ready to make “Fight Island” happen soon — although the destination won’t be as tropical as some expected.

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Conor McGregor 'rejected fight against Tony Ferguson' before retiring from UFC

Conor McGregor turned down the chance to fight Tony Ferguson last month, according to UFC president Dana White.

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UFC Fight Island location unveiled ahead of four shows in two weeks

The UFC has announced Yas Island in Abu Dhabi as the location of 'Fight Island' and plan to host four events over a two-week period.

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Conor McGregor’s coach hints UFC star will return with Michael Jordan comparison

Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh has dropped the biggest hint yet that the UFC star will go back on his decision to retire from the sport.

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Conor McGregor's rivals hit out at UFC star following third 'retirement'

Conor McGregor's rivals are queuing up to take a pot-shot at the former UFC champion following his third 'retirement' in four years.

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Dana White breaks silence on Conor McGregor's retirement as UFC star releases statement

Dana White claims he is not surprised Conor McGregor has announced his retirement from UFC.

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Conor McGregor Surprises Fans with A New Retirement Announcement

Conor McGregor has made the surprise announcement that he is retiring from fighting.

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Dana White confirms planned date for first UFC Fight Island event

Dana White has confirmed that the first fight to go ahead on Fight Island will be June 27 - despite getting his dates mixed up.

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UFC free live stream, UK start time and TV channel for Tyron Woodley vs Gilbert Burns

The UFC continues unabated tonight as the promotion returns to Las Vegas for the first time since the coronavirus crisis began.

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Conor McGregor's message to Khabib Nurmagomedov after his dad was placed in coma

Conor McGregor has reached out to bitter rival Khabib Nurmagomedov after his father was placed in an induced coma.

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UFC's return could provide blueprint for other pro leagues

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – UFC President Dana White wanted a major fight card weeks ago. He was confident his team could pull it off whether it took place on a tribal land, on a private island or in any of the 10 states offering to host it.

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Dana White confident UFC 249 will lead to return of sports during lockdown

Dana White is adamant the UFC will have laid the blueprint for sports across the globe to return by the end of the week.

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Tony Ferguson taken to hospital after surprise defeat to Justin Gaethje at UFC 249

Dana White has confirmed that both Tony Ferguson and Niko Price were admitted to hospital after their defeats at UFC 249.

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President Trump congratulates UFC for restarting sports

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – President Trump congratulated UFC for restarting the sports world Saturday night after a nearly two-month hiatus.

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Floyd Mayweather clarifies comeback intentions after training video

Floyd Mayweather has insisted that his current retirement is for good.

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Dana White desperate to stage Conor McGregor UFC fight in front of a crowd again

UFC president Dana White is desperate for the coronavirus lockdown to end - so he can get Conor McGregor back in the ring in front of a crowd.

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Relocated UFC 249 could 'bring sense of normalcy to people'

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – UFC President Dana White still wants “Fight Island.”

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Conor McGregor "ready" to return and make comeback on UFC's Fight Island

Dana White has revealed Conor McGregor is “ready to go” ahead of a potential return on the UFC’s proposed “Fight Island”.

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Conor McGregor could fight Jorge Masvidal on UFC's Fight Island

Conor McGregor could christen the UFC's Fight Island with a mouthwatering clash against Jorge Masvidal.

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UFC champ Miocic welcomes octagon's return, has concerns

CLEVELAND – Heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic welcomes UFC's plans to reopen the octagon. The fighter — and firefighter — does have some concerns, though.

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COMMENTARY: What can the UFC tell us about the post-coronavirus return of sports?

With live sports action absent from the world’s TV screens, and as fans suffer through prolonged withdrawal symptoms, leave it to Dana White to be the first guy to seriously shake up the status quo.

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Floyd Mayweather fuels boxing comeback rumours but fight fans rage at legend's quarantine breach

Floyd Mayweather Jr. seems to have ignored lockdown guidelines by taking part in a sparring workout session in Las Vegas in the presence of several members of his team.

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Halle Berry Offers Up A Chance To Join Her At MMA Fight While Supporting Charities Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Halle Berry is taking her love of MMA to the next level, all while supporting charities in the process.

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Cage door locked on 2020 Professional Fighters League season

The cage door is locked for the season on the Professional Fighters League, the latest combat sports promotion flattened because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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UFC star Paige VanZant sends fans' pulses racing with swimsuit picture from lockdown

Paige VanZant has sent UFC fans a friendly reminder of what their missing as the 26-year-old plots a return to the Octagon.

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Paige VanZant called out by Amanda Ribas for UFC Island fight

Amanda Ribas has called for a showdown with fellow UFC star Paige VanZant on Dana White’s mystery ‘Fight Island’.

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Daniel Cormier wants to replace Dana White after final UFC fight

Daniel Cormier admits he'd love to replace Dana White as UFC president after he hangs up his gloves.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov hints at September comeback fight after UFC 249 cancellation

Khabib Nurmagomedov has teased a return to the Octagon in September following the cancellation of UFC 249 due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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Joe Rogan Says UFC 249 Should Not Have Been Postponed

JoeRogan learned in real-time during his Thursday podcast that Disney ordered UFC 249 to be postponed, the event being only nine days away. Rogan was in shock but admitted he was not 100 percent on board to commentate and do post-fight interviews over his own concerns about the novel coronavirus.

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Paige VanZant makes UFC ‘Fight Island’ offer to Dana White after posting nude pictures

Dana White has confirmed UFC will be moving to a Fight Island - and Paige VanZant is keen to get involved.

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UFC 249 event postponed as Dana White says decision taken out of his control

UFC 249 has been postponed and all over events in the sport have been postponed immediately.

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Dana White confirms UFC Fight Island plans and tells fans to get excited despite 249 cancellation

UFC President Dana White has confirmed that plans to build a Fight Island that will allow fight to continue amid the coronavirus pandemic are underway.

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UFC 249 cancelled due to coronavirus as Dana White confirms he was told to pull plug

UFC 249 has been cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis after Dana White confirmed he had been told by Disney and ESPN chiefs to pull the plug.

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Inside UFC 249 ‘private island’ as Dana White enforces list of rules to keep fight night alive

UFC President Dana White has reportedly gone to extreme measures to ensure next weekend’s UFC 249 can take place amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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UFC close to buying private island to host international events on in coronavirus crisis

Dana White says he’s sorting a private island so UFC can continue during the coronavirus crisis.

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Dana White Vows To Hold UFC Fights Every Week On ‘Private Island’ Due To Coronavirus

Dana White, president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, says he will continue holding fights through the coronavirus pandemic — even if he has to do so on a private island where health officials can’t shut him down.

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Dana White vows to hold UFC fights every week on ‘private island’ due to coronavirus

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Khabib Nurmagomedov will not fight Tony Ferguson at UFC 249, Dana White admits

Khabib Nurmagomedov's fight with Tony Ferguson will not go ahead, according to Dana White.

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