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Last time In Tampa

Dec 10, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

For the last event of 2024, the Octagon heads to Tampa, Florida, for the fourth time in UFC history and first since October 2019. It’s the promotion’s second visit to the sunshine state this year, and with a card headlined by Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley, fans are expecting a show. Saturday’s event marks the end of a memorable year for the company, but before we get there, let’s take a look at what happened the last time the UFC was in Tampa.
Two Title Fights Headline UFC's Return To Sydney

Dec 7, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

No. 6-ranked pound-for-pound fighter du Plessis (22-2, fighting out of Pretoria, South Africa) looks to remain undefeated since joining the promotion with his ninth straight victory. In just four years, he’s beaten the three former champions and has six finishes, proving to be one of the most exciting athletes on the roster. Now, he plans to show that his first win over Strickland wasn’t a one-time thing.
Nate Landwehr | Here To Bring The Show

Dec 5, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

If you want to open up the main card of a pay-per-view with fireworks, insert Nate Landwehr. This Saturday, Landwehr takes on Dooho Choi in a fight that is expected by many fans to be highly entertaining. It takes two to put on a show, and with these athletes, it’s very likely. Choi has put on many exciting bouts throughout his career, including a UFC Hall Of Fame Fight with Cub Swanson.
Bryce Mitchell: ‘I think it was time that I needed’

Dec 5, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

It’s been just about a year since Bryce Mitchell’s last trip to the Octagon, but after some time off, he’s back for the final pay-per-view of the year feeling refreshed. “Life has been amazing,” Michell explained to UFC.comOrder UFC 310: Pantoja vs Asakura“I have a son now, he’s seven months old, that’s the best part. I built a house; I don’t live in my little crappy trailer no more. The house is a lot warmer in the winter.
Prospect To Watch | Joshua Van

Dec 3, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

At just 23 years old, Joshua Van is on the verge of a breakthrough in the UFC. The Myanmar native is 4-1 since entering the promotion and has quickly proven to be a high-level striker each time he’s made the walk. This Saturday he faces the No. 14 ranked flyweight in Cody Durden, marking his first chance at entering the rankings. Durden, who is a decade older than Van, brings a 17-6-1 overall record and is coming off a submission win against Matt Schnell three months ago.
Last Time In Macau

Nov 19, 2024 | chatsports.com | Ryan White

Before UFC Fight Night: Yan vs Figueiredo, Let’s Take A Look At What Happened The Last Time The Octagon Was In MacauBy Ryan White, On X: @ryannwwhite • Nov. 19, 2024The UFC’s back in Macau, China, this week for the fourth time in its history and first since 2014.
Paul Craig | Familiar Territory

Nov 15, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

Paul Craig is always game, and this weekend will be no different. He takes on rising star Bo Nickal during Saturday’s main card at Madison Square Garden in a clash between a veteran and an unbeaten contender. “BearJew” comes in at 9-8-1 inside the Octagon, having lost his last two fights to Brendan Allen and Caio Borralho, who are both currently Top 10 middleweights. The former light heavyweight makes his fourth walk since joining the 185-pound division, and he’s bringing a renewed spirit.
Prospect To Watch | Karine Silva

Nov 13, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

The women’s flyweight division quickly became one of the most competitive across the entire UFC. Valentina Shevchenko secured the title for the second time with her win over Alexa Grasso in their trilogy fight and there is plenty of new blood for the future hall of famer. Manon Fiorot is likely next in line for a championship opportunity, but then you have a trio of younger contenders with Erin Blanchfield, Maycee Barber, and Natalia Silva, who look like the future of the division.
Denise Gomes: ‘I knew that my learning curve had no end’

Nov 8, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

Going for her second win of the year, Denise Gomes returns to the Octagon this Saturday looking for a signature victory. She faces Karolina Kowalkiewicz, a UFC competitor since 2015 and the current No. 15 strawweight. Gomes is 3-2 in the UFC and gets her second crack at a ranked opponent. As she reflects on her journey, the Dana White’s Contender Series alum believes her work has brought her to this challenge.
Matchup To Watch | Ariane Da Silva vs Jasmine Jasudavicius

Nov 1, 2024 | ufc.com | Ryan White

The UFC returns to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with a thrilling card for fans in The Great White North. Headlined by flyweights Brandon Moreno and Amir Albazi, along with Erin Blanchfield facing Rose Namajunas at 125 pounds in the co-main event, UFC Edmonton promises high level action in the flyweight divisions. With all of the attention at the top of the lineup, Ariane da Silva vs Jasmine Jasudavicius is flying under the radar, and it shouldn’t be.