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Spanish Fighter Hecher Sosa Wins UFC Contract After Emotional Victory

Hecher Sosa, a Spanish MMA fighter, secured a UFC contract after defeating Mackson Lee by unanimous decision in Dana White's Contender Series, a victory made even more poignant by the recent passing of his father and the anniversary of his sister's death.

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UFC Shanghai Fight Night Smashes Ticket Sales Records, Cementing MMA's Rise in China

The UFC's Shanghai Fight Night sold out in one minute, setting a five-year record for single-day ticket sales in China, showcasing MMA's surging popularity and the success of UFC's investment in local talent and fan engagement.

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52% Bias Score

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Ivorian MMA Fighter Sankara Wins PFL Africa Quarterfinal

Abdoul Razac Sankara, a Muay Thai world champion from Côte d'Ivoire, unexpectedly won his PFL Africa quarterfinal match via knockout in two minutes, securing a semi-final spot and inspiring other African MMA athletes.

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UFC's Global Dominance: From Vale Tudo to White House Event

The UFC, founded in 1993, has become a global multi-billion dollar enterprise, contrasting with boxing's fragmented championship structure; its recent $1.1 billion streaming deal with Paramount and a planned White House event demonstrate its mainstream success.

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48% Bias Score

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Esperança Fights for Angola in PFL Africa Quarterfinals

In Johannesburg's Big Top Arena tonight, Angola's Shido Esperança will fight Gambia's Ibrahima Mané in the PFL Africa Welterweight Quarterfinals; both fighters weighed in at 170.6 pounds, representing a significant opportunity for Angolan MMA.

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Aspinall to Defend UFC Heavyweight Title Against Gane at UFC 321

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall will defend his title against former interim champion Ciryl Gane in a main event bout at UFC 321 on October 25th in Abu Dhabi; Aspinall opened as a -350 betting favorite.

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Glengormley MMA Gym Offers Free Lifetime Training to Teens

ZKJ MMA in Glengormley, Northern Ireland, offers free lifetime mixed martial arts training to approximately 20 teenagers, including coaching qualifications and academic support, to provide structure, opportunity, and a sense of belonging, inspired by a similar program in Rio's favelas.

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52% Bias Score

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UFC Shanghai Fight Night Smashes Records, Cementing MMA's Rise in China

The UFC's Shanghai Fight Night sold out in one minute, setting a five-year record for single-day ticket sales in China, showcasing MMA's rapid rise in popularity with a record seven Chinese fighters participating and highlighting the UFC's investment in the region.

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40% Bias Score

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Chimaev Dominates Du Plessis to Win UFC Middleweight Title

Khamzat Chimaev defeated Dricus du Plessis via unanimous decision at UFC 319 in Chicago on October 21, securing the middleweight title after dominating all five rounds with superior grappling.

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UFC Signs $7.7 Billion Deal With Paramount, Ending Pay-Per-View

The UFC announced a seven-year, $7.7 billion media rights deal with Paramount, ending its pay-per-view model and making Paramount+ the exclusive US streaming home for UFC fights, with select events simulcast on CBS; this deal significantly increases the UFC's revenue and aims to boost Paramount+'s s...

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48% Bias Score

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Pakistani MMA Champ Receives No Government Funding Despite Winning Third World Title

Pakistani MMA fighter Shahzib Rind won his third Karate Combat world championship title but criticized the government for failing to deliver on promised financial support, prompting an apology from the Information Minister.

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De Ridder Headlines UFC Abu Dhabi, Eyes Title Shot

Dutch MMA fighter Reinier de Ridder headlines his first UFC event in Abu Dhabi on Saturday against former champion Robert Whittaker, aiming for a title shot and potentially bringing more UFC events to the Netherlands.

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