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GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker reveals the vulnerability he has kept secret for years after it led to horrific injury
28/10/24 02:45
Fans of Robert Whittaker (right) fans were left shaken as he desperately tapped out in the first round of his UFC 308 bout against Khamzat Chimaev (left) - and now the star has cast new light on is awful injury....read
Aussie Rob Whittaker suffers suspected broken jaw in brutal loss to Russian phenom at UFC 308: 'I felt something wrong'
26/10/24 22:15Australia's former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker has suffered a devastating first-round submission loss to unbeaten Khamzat Chimaev - and a suspected broken jaw.
Conor McGregor delivers two-word response to Ilia Topuria's incredible knockout of Max Holloway - after Irish MMA star loses $500k bet on UFC 308
26/10/24 21:54The former two-weight champion claimed that he had staked half a million on Max Holloway and Robert Whittaker each to record wins by knockout, only for both of his selections to lose.
UFC 308: Date, UK start time, how to watch and undercard as Ilia Topuria sets out on maiden title defence as he faces Max Holloway in titanic featherweight championship title bout
25/10/24 09:19MMA returns this weekend for UFC 308 as Ilia Topruia and Max Holloway come face-to-face in a blockbuster bout for the featherweight championship title.
Aussie fighter Robert Whittaker reveals shocking secret that makes his stunning UFC knockout win one of the greatest victories of all time
26/06/24 06:48Australian MMA superstar Robert Whittaker produced a stunning performance on last Sunday's UFC card - despite undergoing surgery only a fortnight before the fight.
Can you spot what's missing from the UFC's latest event in Saudi Arabia? Why one of the Octagon's biggest attractions was DROPPED for latest promotion
24/06/24 03:44The UFC's first event in Saudi Arabia was a big success and featured some entertaining fights - but was also notable for dropping one much-loved part of the famous promotion.
Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker produces stunning first-round knockout: 'I am the boogeyman'
22/06/24 23:37Australian UFC star Robert Whittaker has made an emphatic statement to the rest of the middleweight division on Sunday morning, stopping Ikram Aliskerov in the first round.
UFC star Robert Whittaker settles ultimate question that is on everyone's lips
19/06/24 10:54The Australian UFC superstar was asked, ahead of his fight at UFC Saudi Arabia this weekend, whether he would win a fight against a kangaroo.
Dana White reveals he 'saw footage of Khamzat Chimaev on the ground violently ill', with UFC president admitting it is mystery why top star keeps getting sick before fights
19/06/24 10:17The undefeated Russian was due to fight former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker on Saturday, but was forced to pull out of the contest due to an illness.
UFC insanity as Volkanovski is DENIED a late callup to replace Conor McGregor while Robert Whittaker's opponent pulls out of Saudi slugfest
14/06/24 05:41UFC Saudi Arabia and UFC 303 are in shambles, with two Australian fighters at the centre of the chaos
Aussie fighter Steve Erceg is BOOED ahead of UFC 301 as the underdog prepares for his 'Brock Lesnar' moment
04/05/24 06:34Australian fighter Steve Erceg is gearing up for what he calls his 'Brock Lesnar moment' as he prepares to take on reigning UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 301
How Aussie rising star Steve Erceg plans to be the ultimate villain in Brazil - with fight against flyweight king Alexandre Pantoja confirmed for UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro on May 5
16/03/24 02:05Aussie rising star Steve Erceg will soon be public enemy number one in Brazil after his fight against flyweight king Alexandre Pantoja was confirmed for UFC 301 in Rio de Janeiro on May 5.
Paulo Costa lashes out at UFC rival Khamzat Chimaev, saying he has 'no balls' and 'only wants easy fights', with Brazilian open to facing Kamaru Usman next
27/02/24 09:08Paulo Costa has taken a swipe at Khamzat Chimaev for having 'no balls' and only wanting easy fights in the UFC. He maintains that his middleweight rival is running scared.
Paulo Costa says 'f*** Khamzat Chimaev' and claims nobody takes rival seriously, insisting he will be 'next in line for title shot' by beating Robert Whittaker in UFC 298 showdown
16/02/24 09:02Paulo Costa and Robert Whittaker clash in a major middleweight fight at UFC 298 this Saturday night in Anaheim. For both men, it is a crossroads fight to stay relevant in the title picture.
UFC 298 Volkanovski vs Topuria: The full fight card, where to watch and everything you need to know as Alexander Volkanovski looks to extend longest divisional winning streak in UFC history
13/02/24 09:17UFC 298 gets underway this Saturday, February 17th, the main event of the night sees one the greatest UFC fighters at featherweight, Alexander Volkanovski take on Ilia Topuria.
Ian Machado Garry slams 'the f*****g state' of UFC 297 headliner and 'sloppy boxing' from Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis, as he shares footage of his reaction to watching fight
22/01/24 16:08Ian Machado Garry slammed the UFC 297 title fight between Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis, saying it was like watching two amateurs.
What time is Sean Strickland vs Dricus du Plessis on tonight and how can you watch UFC 297? Everything you need to know as the two middleweight stars go head-to-head in the first pay-per-view of 2024
20/01/24 10:14The 32-year-old shocked the world and pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the history of the sport when he dethroned Israel Adesanya in his last fight at UFC 293 .
UFC schedule 2024: Every PPV date, line-up and full results so far as Conor McGregor is in line to make a stunning return to the cage against Michael Chandler
15/01/24 12:52The Irishman announced that he will face Michael Chandler in his long-awaited return to competition at middleweight.
When is Sean Strickland vs Dricus du Plessis and how can you watch UFC 297? Everything you need to know as the two middleweight stars go head-to-head in the first pay-per-view of 2024
15/01/24 10:02The 32-year-old shocked the world and pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the history of the sport when he dethroned Israel Adesanya in his last fight at UFC 293.
Sean Strickland's wild brawl with Dricus du Plessis in the crowd at UFC 296 was 'STAGED' and the WWE-style punches looked 'fake', claims Robert Whittaker
20/12/23 09:05Sean Strickland's wild brawl in the crowd at UFC 296 with Dricus du Plessis looked 'staged', according to Robert Whittaker. The Australian watched two middleweight rivals clash.
Just watch as UFC champion chases a man with a flamethrower as he continues chaotic behaviour including breaking the belt
18/09/23 09:34As well as chasing a man with a flamethrower, the champion has also broken his belt since winning the title.
Israel Adesanya admits he was wrong to question UFC rival's heritage: 'It was very stupid and it was wrong'
03/08/23 10:49Du Plessis has claimed Adesanya is not a true African UFC champion because he no longer lives in Africa. The reigning title holder admitted that his use of the same argument was illogical.
Israel Adesanya launches racially-charged rant at Dricus du Plessis to continue their feud over African heritage... after the South African beat Robert Whittaker at UFC 290 to set up middleweight showdown
09/07/23 06:04Du Plessis stopped Whittaker inside two rounds with a barrage of punches in a shock conclusion to the middleweight contest in Las Vegas.
Aussie UFC champ Robert Whittaker suffers shock loss to South African sensation Dricus du Plessis before next opponent Israel Adesayna confronts him with a foul-mouthed racist tirade
09/07/23 05:55South African sensation Dricus du Plessis earned a shot at defending champion Israel Adesanya with a stunning second round knockdown of Aussie Robert Whittaker at UFC 290.
Alexander Volkanovski will look to successfully defend his featherweight title for the fifth time when he faces Yair Rodriguez TONIGHT... but what time is UFC 290? And who else is fighting?
08/07/23 07:45Mail Sport breaks down everything you need to know ahead of UFC 290 between Alexander Volkanovski and Yair Rodriguez.
Robert Whittaker to bring 'mad man' attitude into UFC 290 in final bid to earn trilogy fight against middleweight champ Israel Adesanya
08/07/23 06:47A final shot at a trilogy fight with Israel Adesanya has veteran Aussie MMA fighter Robert Whittaker fired up ahead of his showdown with South African rival Dricus du Plessis at UFC 290
A fighter nicknamed 'Muscle Hamster' drafted in as late-notice replacement, a flyweight title fight and emotional farewell to a legend... the must-see match-ups at UFC 290 this weekend
06/07/23 20:00International Fight Week is always one to circle in the calendar and the 2023 edition is no different, with Alexander Volkanovski taking centre stage.
Octagon superstar Robert Whittaker opens up on making NRL stars look silly during his brutal training camp for UFC 290 - and why he taps one of his tattoos before every fight
06/07/23 07:19Rob Whittaker has lifted the lid on besting NRL stars during his training camp for UFC 290, and the reason why he pounds the Southern Cross tattoo on his chest when he steps in the Octagon.
Dricus du Plessis insists he 'manhandled' Israel Adesanya in sparring as a 19-year-old and denies UFC middleweight rival's claim he was 'messed up' in stand-up battle
28/06/23 10:17Dricus du Plessis claims he 'manhandled' Israel Adesanya in sparring when he was 19. 'Stylebender' originally spoke about sparring Du Plessis and said he dominated the stand-up.
Israel Adesanya's coach says Aussie UFC champ Rob Whittaker 'hasn't done anything to warrant' title shot - and is hoping controversial South African contender Dricus du Plessis beats him
29/05/23 05:24Robert Whittaker is just one fight away from challenging for the UFC middleweight title again, but Israel Adesanya's coach is doubtful that the Australian even deserves a shot.
Pay-per-view UFC event heading to Sydney for the first time in more than 12 years... with Aussie champion Robert Whittaker a huge chance of headlining the event with superstar Kiwi Israel Adesanya
23/04/23 02:53Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker is just one fight away from a title shot against champion Israel Adesanya - and Dana White is planning to host the blockbuster showdown in Sydney.
'The potential of a fight against Khamzat Chimaev is GIGANTIC': Paulo Costa's manager talks up chances of clash with undefeated star being Brazilian's first contest in bumper new £3.2m UFC deal
29/03/23 09:48Paulo Costa is in line to fight either Khamzat Chimaev or Robert Whittaker after signing a huge new deal with the UFC. He committed to the organisation rather than test free agency.
Paulo Costa blasts UFC over pay row after huge clash with Robert Whittaker was scrapped, with Brazilian claiming they 'want to tie him down on six-fight deal' as he prepares to 'become a free agent in March 2023'
22/12/22 09:24Paulo Costa has lifted the lid on his pay row with the UFC and explained why his huge match-up with Robert Whittaker was scrapped. He has not managed to agree terns with the UFC.
Aussie octagon star Robert Whittaker is left furious as his fight with Paulo Costa at UFC 284 in Perth 'is called OFF' after Brazilian branded the bout 'fake news'
20/12/22 00:17Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker will not be squaring off with Paulo Costa at UFC 284 in Perth - as the Brazilian knockout artist says he never signed a contract for the bout in January.
'It was f***ing beautiful, a great fight': Robert Whittaker pays tribute to Ciryl Gane backstage as pair celebrate their wins with moment of respect after UFC Paris
04/09/22 23:08Both men walked away victorious from their respective bouts with Whittaker beating Italian Marvin Vettorri in the co-main event, before Gane beat Tai Tuivasa by TKO in front of a home crowd.
UFC star says he had his 'lights knocked out' before coming back to stop Aussie star Tai Tuivasa... after a 'stoked' Whittaker put on a masterclass in Paris
04/09/22 00:26Tai Tuivasa was stopped by Ciryl Gane, but not before almost winning himself - with the Frenchman saying he was knocked out momentarily. Rob Whittaker put on a masterclass beforehand.
EXCLUSIVE: Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker reveals his plan to knock out Marvin Vettori - and why he can't rule out fighting down under boxing world champ Jai Opetaia
31/08/22 06:27Italian UFC brawler Marvin Vettori is notoriously durable and has never been knocked out, but Aussie Robert Whittaker believes he knows how to KO him and is excited to be back in the Octagon
Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker could move up to light heavyweight - even though he knows the switch would be VERY risky: 'I'd finish my career there for better or worse'
29/08/22 06:22The UFC's former middleweight champion has announced he's been giving a move up to light heavyweight some thought - but just like his move up from welterweight, it'd be permanent.
UFC superstar Robert Whittaker is in talks for $5million fight against newly crowned Aussie cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia after the pair sparred in the past
15/07/22 08:01The boxing champion's promoter, Dean Lonergan, has confirmed that talks have begun over what would be Australia's version of Mayweather v McGregor.
Israel Adesanya puts his middleweight title on the line against Jared Cannonier in a jam-packed card at UFC 276, as Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway also go head-to-head: All you need to know ahead of the event
28/06/22 18:00Adesanya last fought in February earlier this year as he comfortably outpointed Robert Whittaker, in what was his second victory over his rival, to retain his middleweight title.
EXCLUSIVE: Aussie UFC king Robert Whittaker reveals the ONLY thing that would give Francis Ngannou a chance against Tyson Fury in boxing - and explains why he wants Jake Paul in the UFC
23/06/22 06:48Whittaker believes Fury will 'dismantle' the UFC heavyweight champion in the ring unless a huge change is made to the rules ahead of the fight.
From the hunted, to the hunter! Robert Whittaker's siege mentality as Aussie star explains why a third fight with Israel Adesanya scares the 185-pound king - and believes a UFC return Down Under in early 2023 is VERY likely
22/06/22 12:22INTERVIEW BY OLLIE LEWIS: Reclining in the oversized gaming chair that has provided solace between gruelling training sessions, Robert Whittaker is ready to realise his route back to the UFC summit.
'I've read that book twice already': Israel Adesanya insists he does NOT want to fight Robert Whittaker again as UFC middleweight champion shuts down trans-Tasman trilogy
21/06/22 07:54Adesanya, 32, first defeat Bobby Knuckles in 2019 to win the UFC middleweight title at Marvel Stadium. The pair met earlier this year where the New Zealander clinched a points decision victory.
Penrith Panthers trainer is consoled by Robert Whittaker after getting RIPPED OFF in UFC decision despite setting a new record in the octagon
12/06/22 03:14A lot of Penrith Panthers players will be bitterly disappointed after their wrestling coach Jacob Malkoun was on the wrong end of a shocking decision at UFC 275.
Robert Whittaker talks up 'very real possibility' of trilogy against Israel Adesanya, with Aussie star backing himself to 'dismantle' Marvin Vettori in September
01/06/22 12:47Robert Whittaker believes a trilogy fight with Israel Adesanya is a 'real possibility' if he puts Marvin Vettori away. The Australian is set to face Vettori in Paris this September.
Shock injury rules Aussie UFC superstar Robert Whittaker out of action for MONTHS and forces him to miss fight with Marvin Vettori
21/04/22 03:28Australian star Robert Whittaker has revealed an injury he picked up while training means he won't be fit for his upcoming clash with Marvin Vettori at UFC 275, announcing the news on Twitter.
Aussie star Robert Whittaker is 'very close' to middleweight showdown against Marvin Vettori, with 'Bobby Knuckles' set for return at UFC 275
11/03/22 08:47Robert Whittaker is 'very close' to agreeing a fight with Marvin Vettori for UFC 275 on June 11. Both men have suffered two defeats by Israel Adesanya but Whittaker was rejuvenated by his display.
Israel Adesanya moves up to No 2 in UFC men's pound-for-pound list after beating Robert Whittaker as ranking changes are revealed
16/02/22 12:47Israel Adesanya has jumped up to No 2 in the UFC's pound-for-pound rankings following his win over Robert Whittaker. 'Stylebender' put on a striking masterclass.
Michael Bisping hails Joe Rogan as 'the Godfather of UFC commentary' after stepping in to replace him at UFC 271 amid Spotify controversy and hits back at 'fanboy' critics claiming he was 'biased' in favour of Israel Adesanya
16/02/22 10:03Michael Bisping has hit back after criticism of his commentary performance for the UFC 271 main event between Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker.
Israel Adesanya is hungry for 'fresh meat' in a division 'full of killers' and Robert Whittaker plans to 'stomp anybody' who faces him... so who will be next to face the UFC middleweight champion and his beaten rival?
15/02/22 19:00As soon as the sun set on UFC 271, attention turned to the future and what will be next for the protagonists Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker.
'I thought he would risk the biscuit more': Israel Adesanya's coach admits surprise at Robert Whittaker's lack of aggression and claims anyone who scored UFC 271 clash for challenger is 'teetering on not being intelligent'
15/02/22 09:06Israel Adesanya's coach was surprised at how low Robert Whittaker's appetite for risk was in the UFC 271 main event. Eugene Bareman thought the challenger would push harder.
'Easy money for me... one round I'm gonna kill him': Khamzat Chimaev calls out Israel Adesanya after UFC 271 win and vows to make 'light work' of middleweight champion
13/02/22 10:35Khamzat Chimaev believes he can make 'light work' of UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya, following the latter's win at UFC 271.
'I'm the big dog in this yard': Israel Adesanya sends a warning to his middleweight rivals after putting on a clinical display to defeat Robert Whittaker by unanimous decision at UFC 271 in Houston
13/02/22 00:00Whittaker, 31, was on the receiving end of a chastening defeat at Marvel Arena two-and-a-half years ago. Three wins later, the Australian vowed to display his progress and avenge that loss.
Aussie UFC superstar Robert Whittaker reveals his secret training trick ahead of his highly anticipated bout with Kiwi arch-rival Israel Adesanya
12/02/22 10:39Robert Whittaker won't be drawn in by Israel Adesanya's words and theatrics ahead of UFC271 on Sunday - as the Aussie UFC star reveals he's been training with an NRL team in secret.
Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson is backing Israel Adesanya but Dan Hardy tips Robert Whittaker to 'catch him in a submission and set up the trilogy'... MMA stars make their predictions for UFC 271 title fight
11/02/22 21:00UFC 271 is almost upon us and all eyes will be on Houston, where Israel Adesanya is defending his middleweight crown against Robert Whittaker. Most are tipping the champion to win.
It's all systems go for UFC 271 in Texas as middleweight rivals Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker both make weight and tip the scales at 184 pounds ahead of their huge title showdown
11/02/22 17:22Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker have both made weight ahead of their UFC 271 middleweight title fight. The champion and challenger tipped the scales at 184 pounds.
Two fan-favourites go head-to-head in the Octagon, middleweight veterans battle it out for the No 1 contender spot while an American heavyweight hopeful looks to get past the division's gatekeeper... the best of the rest from a stacked UFC 271 card
10/02/22 18:00Bobby Knuckles will be desperate not to fall under Adesanya's spell again, but there are plenty of tantalising match-ups to whet the appetite before Saturday night's main event in Texas.
Tyson Fury is a 'phenomenal human being' and 'I love his story' says UFC star Israel Adesanya... as he prepares for middleweight title fight against Robert Whittaker at UFC 271
10/02/22 17:05Fury looks set to face Dillian Whyte with April 23 the targeted date and the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, or the London Stadium as potential venues as he looks to retain his title.
Australia and New Zealand do battle again as Robert Whittaker challenges Israel Adesanya at UFC 271... home to TWO UFC champions, both nations are punching above their weight on the biggest stage
09/02/22 20:00The two countries hold a combined population of 30.7million, yet they certainly hold their own in an American-dominated sport, with two UFC reigning champions hailing from the region.
Israel Adesanya signs 'one of the most lucrative deals in UFC HISTORY', with middleweight champion given huge boost ahead of Robert Whittaker clash
09/02/22 17:30The New Zealand native boasts an impressive record of 21 wins and one loss, with his only defeat coming when Adesanya moved up a weight class to fight light heavyweight Jan Błachowicz.
A first-round blitz, mix in clever takedown attempts and don't allow emotion to take over... what Robert Whittaker must do to exact revenge and reclaim the title in his UFC 271 rematch with Israel Adesanya
08/02/22 19:00Israel Adesanya has been so dominant at middlweight that Robert Whittaker and his coaches must be spending many a sleepless night thinking about ways to beat him.
'Did he invent a new move?': Israel Adesanya claims Robert Whittaker is getting 'way too much' credit for improvements since losing their first fight ahead of UFC 271 grudge match
07/02/22 23:45Israel Adesanya is not impressed by the changes Robert Whittaker has made ahead of their UFC 271 showdown. Adesanya meets the Australian for a second time having dethroned him.
Robert Whittaker was bowed but unbroken by his heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Israel Adesanya in 2019... now, 'The Reaper' has scythed a path back to his UFC 271 rematch and looked sensational on the way
07/02/22 21:00It has been almost two-and-a-half years since the worst night of Robert Whittaker's career. In front of 57,000 fans at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, he was unceremoniously dethroned as champion.
Israel Adesanya will look to defend his middleweight title for the fourth time as he renews his rivalry with Robert Whittaker - who he knocked out in 2019 - at UFC 271 next weekend: Everything to know ahead of the fight
06/02/22 22:00Adesanya, 35, became champion in 2019 as he dethroned Whittaker with a second-round stoppage victory. He now looks to defend his middleweight title for a fourth time at UFC 271.
'Anderson Silva was to MMA what Muhammad Ali was to boxing': Daniel Cormier insists Israel Adesanya 'has work to do' to overtake legendary Brazilian as middleweight GOAT
04/02/22 08:53Israel Adesanya has plenty of work to do before he can be considered the greatest UFC middleweight ever, according to Daniel Cormier.
Israel Adesanya pledges to 'f*** up' Robert Whittaker again and says his Australian rival 'is not a good guy behind the scenes' ahead of huge middleweight title showdown at UFC 271
02/02/22 09:01Israel Adesanya has pledged to 'f*** up' Robert Whittaker again in their UFC 271 rematch, hitting out at the ego of his rival. The Antipodean rivalry will take centre stage once more.
Israel Adesanya credits rival Robert Whittaker with being 'vulnerable and open' about mental health issues ahead of their huge UFC 271 title showdown
01/02/22 12:37Israel Adesanya has credited his rival Robert Whittaker for the Australian's willingness to speak out about mental health issues. Whittaker suffered with depression for years.
Robert Whittaker is 'a different man' ahead of UFC 271 showdown and is relishing his underdog status while Israel Adesanya 'sits on the high horse' ahead of highly-anticipated rematch
28/01/22 08:55Robert Whittaker has insisted he is a 'different man' now to the one who lost against Israel Adesanya back in 2019. He has the chance for revenge at UFC 271 on February 12.
Robert Whittaker backs Jake Paul's demands of Dana White and 'would love' better long-term healthcare... but ex-UFC champion admits 'all the chips are in the company's playing field'
05/01/22 10:19Robert Whittaker has thrown his support behind Jake Paul's call for the UFC to raise fighter pay and increase long-term healthcare. He said he would love future security.
British star Darren Till to face Derek Brunson in headline act of UFC Fight Night on September 4 with Liverpool fighter aiming to launch title tilt
07/08/21 23:13The 28-year-old Liverpudlian, has not been in the ring since his unanimous decision defeat to Robert Whittaker last July in Abu Dhabi and has had two fights called off since.
From smoking weed with Snoop Dogg to surfing with Kelly Slater: Inside the life of 'anime nerd' UFC star Israel Adesanya - and why he's so eager to get in the octagon with our best Aussie fighter
30/05/21 05:09UFC superstar Israel Adesanya has gone from being bullied at his New Zealand school for being an 'anime nerd' to smoking weed with Snoop Dogg and surfing with Kelly Slater.
Chris Hemsworth and pal Matt Damon celebrate Aussie UFC star Robert Whittaker's win in Chris' Byron Bay mansion
18/04/21 08:47They've both been based in Byron Bay while they shoot Thor: Love and Thunder.
Aussie UFC champ Robert 'The Reaper' Whittaker reveals how being called a 'houso' as a poor kid inspired him to become a fighter - as he eyes down clash with footy star Paul Gallen
13/04/21 03:44Australia's greatest UFC fighter says a bout with former NRL star Paul Gallen is in his sights after training with Tim Tszyu for his upcoming match.
The former champion in last chance saloon, Khabib Nurmagomedov's OTHER cousin on the hunt for first UFC win and the showman who told fans NOT to bet on him! The fighters looking to steal the show from Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou on UFC 260 undercard
27/03/21 16:16Abubakar Nurmagomedov (left) cousin of Khabib is after his first UFC win, Miranda Maverick (right) tries to break into the top 15 while Tyron Woodley (inset) wants to show he has still go it.
Jan Blachowicz claims he 'DESTROYED' UFC's ambitious plans for Israel Adesanya as the Polish veteran delights in derailing Jon Jones super-fight after UFC 259 upset
17/03/21 09:18Jan Blachowicz (left) defeated Israel Adesanya (right) to dash the hopes of Dana White (inset, left) and fans in seeing the Last Stylebender take on Jon Jones (inset, right) later this year.
UFC confirm Darren Till will headline Fight Night on April 10 in huge Marvin Vettori clash with winner likely to earn title shot against Israel Adesanya
11/03/21 17:03The Liverpool fan favourite has not entered the octagon since losing on the judges' scorecards against Robert Whittaker last July on Fight Island. But he is possibly one fight from the title.
'Your boy has almost no takedown defense or offense off his back': Jon Jones takes aim at bitter rival Israel Adesanya's coach after their failed bid at entering the light heavyweight division with defeat by Jan Blachowicz
11/03/21 09:35The former UFC light heavyweight champion has shut down talk of a fight with bitter rival Israel Adesanya after the latter's coach teased a potential contest between the two bitter rivals.
A Robert Whittaker reunion, a contest with the best of British option Darren Till or a highly-anticipated shot at social media rival Jon Jones... what lies next for Israel Adesanya after losing on his light heavyweight debut to Jan Blachowicz in UFC 259
09/03/21 11:38Big things were expected of Israel Adesanya on his UFC light heavyweight debut. Defeat to Jan Blachowicz on Saturday night left him wondering where to go next after a first career setback.
Israel Adesanya has enjoyed a meteoric rise since making his debut just three years ago at UFC 221, but where are the other fighters from that card now... and can you guess which future champion competed alongside the Last Stylebender?
06/03/21 08:28Adesanya (left) headlines the biggest card since the UFC went behind closed doors, a huge feat since making his debut three years ago, but what has happened to the other stars of UFC 221?
UFC 259 FIGHTER PREDICTIONS: Robert Whittaker claims now is the 'picture perfect time' for Israel Adesanya to become champ champ... but Colby Covington backs Jan Blachowicz to 'piece him up and knock him out'
05/03/21 18:00The bookies have Israel Adesanya as favourite to beat the powerful Polish champion and most MMA fighters seem to agree. Colby Covington is in the minority in arguing that Polish power will reign.
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Eni Aluko blames Joey Barton for her dramatic drop in TV punditry work after he called her a 'race card player' Had to disguise herself 
EXCLUSIVE BBC star Seema Jaswal opens up on heartbreaking moment she stepped in to hug snooker star John Higgins as he broke down in tears 
Stable boy waiting a YEAR for 'one-in-a-million' win as bookmakers refuse to pay out on bet placed He was set for a big windfall from the bet 
Carlos Alcaraz reveals he partied in Ibiza for THREE DAYS straight before winning Wimbledon in new Netflix documentary Let his hair down 
Snooker icon reveals how he has been tamed by beauty queen partner 23 YEARS his junior after gambling away millions during his heyday
Ronnie O'Sullivan and Ali Carter bitter feud takes yet another twist as fans spot off-camera gesture at the Snooker World Championship Subtle move 
Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn face-off for first time since 'egg-gate' - with security on red alert ahead of huge grudge match Explosive reunion? 
Lewis Hamilton's vegan burger company 'shuts down' leaving '150 jobless' after recording £8MILLION in losses New report claims 
Mykhailo Mudryk doping ban update as chief confirms Chelsea could SAVE a huge chunk of his £88m transfer fee Silver lining for Blues? 
Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes 
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on 
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam 
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night 
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight 
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play 
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family 
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win 
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit 
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final 
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision 
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him? 
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought 
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph 
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle 
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub' 
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral 
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough 
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week 
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned 
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget 
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return? 
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta 
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations 
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing 
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree
