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1 week ago | mmanews.com | Andrew Ravens

Grant Dawson is doubling down on his critical assessment of Michael Chandler’s position within the UFC lightweight rankings. Following Chandler’s recent third-round TKO loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 in Miami, Dawson has reiterated his long-held belief that Chandler is undeserving of his top-15 ranking. Dawson has been vocal about Chandler’s ranking for an extended period.

2 weeks ago | mmanews.com | Andrew Ravens

Michael Chandler has acknowledged the challenges of dealing with the public perception that he’s a cheater in the UFC. Despite the noise surrounding him, he asserts that he is confident in his character ahead of his five-round co-main event clash against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 in Miami this Saturday. Chandler is aware of the accusations that followed his loss to Dustin Poirier at Madison Square Garden and most recently against Charles Oliveira at UFC 309.

1 month ago | mmanews.com | Andrew Ravens

Michael Chandler understands Patricio Pitbull’s decision to join the UFC. However, that doesn’t mean he is going to want to fight him again. Chandler, who himself transitioned from Bellator to the UFC, understands the frustration faced by many former Bellator athletes following the PFL’s acquisition. He’s acknowledged the lack of consistent opportunities that contributed to Pitbull’s demand to be released and subsequent signing with the UFC.

1 month ago | mmanews.com | Harvey Leonard

The Dirty Boxing Championship staged its inaugural event Saturday night, and MMA News has you covered with all the action. Dirty Boxing, co-created by former UFC fighter and BKFC star Mike Perry, mixes together elements of boxing and MMA. Bouts take place in a smaller 18-foot ring and are fought across three three-minute rounds. All strikes with the hands and elbows are legal, and fighters who score knockdowns can use follow-up ground strikes providing they remain on their feet.

1 month ago | mmanews.com | Pranav Pandey

Jon Jones has now officially stepped into the world of fight promotion. On Friday, Jones expanded his footprint in combat sports by securing co-ownership of Dirty Boxing Championship, a striking-based promotion founded by BKFC standout Mike Perry. The venture is also co-owned by his longtime managers, Malki and Abe Kawa. 🚨 BREAKING: JON JONES JOINS DIRTY BOXING AS CO-OWNER! 🚨The MMA G.O.A.T. is officially part of Dirty Boxing Championship! 🏆“I was hooked from the first show.