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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.
Khamzat Chimaev's chilling reaction to Aussie comedian ahead of Rob Whittaker showdown at UFC 308
25/10/24 06:16Khamzat Chimaev is not the kind of bloke you want to get on the bad side of, but an Aussie comedian may have bit off more than he can chew after earning the Russian UFC champion's wrath
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
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.
Khamzat Chimaev rules himself out of UFC 300 main event bout as Russian star claims he will NOT fight 'during Ramadan'... despite rumours 'Borz' was in line for title shot in Las Vegas
13/02/24 10:50After beating Kamaru Usman by majority decision back in October, Chimaev alleged that he was promised a middleweight title shot against Dricus du Plessis.
Khamzat Chimaev slams Dana White for 'bull**** broken promise' of title shot and tells UFC president he 'must answer for his words', after he played down chances of 'Borz' facing Dricus du Plessis next
24/01/24 11:36Khamzat Chimaev has launched a scathing attack on UFC president Dana White, saying he 'promised' a title shot and 'must answer for his words'.
Who will Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland fight next? New UFC champion could tempt Israel Adesanya out of self-imposed exile, while an undefeated star is also lurking in the wings
22/01/24 20:00The UFC's middleweight division has had three different champions in the last five months. Dricus du Plessis is the latest to hold the hot potato of the 185-pound belt.
Dricus du Plessis admits UFC 300 showdown with Israel Adesanya 'sounds amazing' and responds to Khamzat Chimaev calling him out after winning middleweight title
22/01/24 10:06Dricus du Plessis has talked up the idea of a huge showdown with Israel Adesanya at UFC 300 in April. The South African became the first man from his country to win a UFC title.
Khamzat Chimaev drops major cryptic hint that he will fight at UFC 300 after Dana White's recent huge announcement... as the undefeated star believes he could beat heavyweight champion Jon Jones
18/01/24 12:44The undefeated star defeated the former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman via unanimous decision at UFC 294 last year and has not fought since.
UFC superstar Khamzat Chimaev reveals alarming hospital pictures showing swollen face and rash all over his body, as he reveals he was 'very sick' after Kamaru Usman fight last year
03/01/24 12:45On Wednesday morning, 'Borz' uploaded a montage of photos - which showed a swollen face and a rash all over his body - but failed to reveal what illness he was suffering from.
Colby Covington explains why the UFC 'can't trust Khamzat Chimaev' and takes swipe at old nemesis Jorge Masvidal, claiming he has 'big brothered' him his whole life... as he gears up for Leon Edwards showdown
06/12/23 10:45Colby Covington heads into his UFC 296 title shot against Leon Edwards in typically belligerent form on the mic. The controversial American fighter has taken a swipe at his old nemesis.
Khamzat Chimaev reveals plan to 'have surgery then smash somebody' as UFC star confirms surgery is needed on his hand, before telling Dana White when he wants comeback
06/12/23 09:30Khamzat Chimaev has revealed he will have to undergo surgery on his right hand, but does not plan on being sidelined for long. 'Borz' beat Kamaru Usman back in October.
UFC star is knocked down and choked out by son of the head of the Chechen Republic... as footage emerges not long after his biggest win yet at UFC 294
06/11/23 10:29The fighter in question, who competes at both welterweight and middleweight, was seen having a sparring session with a rising MMA star, Ali Kadyrov.
Israeli cage fighter writes the names of Muslim UFC stars on an artillery shell destined to be used in the war on Hamas
02/11/23 23:28Israeli MMA fighter Haim Gozali has published a shocking photo of an explosive projectile with the names of Muslim UFC fighters written on it as his country battles Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Khamzat Chimaev suffered a torn hand ligament during the first round of his majority decision victory over Kamaru Usman at UFC 294
31/10/23 15:11Chimaev hurt his right hand in the first round of the contest, but went on to take an impressive victory, with two judges scoring the fight 29-27 and the third scoring it a 28-28 draw.
Paulo Costa explains how 'a Chechen gang of three or four' tried to attack him in the crowd at UFC 294, with footage showing extraordinary moment man leaps in the air to attack Brazilian
26/10/23 11:14Costa had been slated to take on Chimaev , only to be cruelly denied late on by a serious case of staph infection in his elbow, which reportedly required three surgeries.
Alexander Volkanovski and Kamaru Usman are left in limbo, while Khamzat Chimaev and Islam Makhachev will be focused on title shots... but what's next for the main and co-main event fighters after UFC 294?
25/10/23 20:00Taking place at the Etihad Arena, UFC fans were treated to two blockbuster fights as Islam Makhachev took on Alexander Volkanovski and Khamzat Chimaev faced off with Kamaru Usman .
Khamzat Chimaev could be UFC's new superstar after his victory against one of the best fighters of his generation in Kamaru Usman... but can he surpass Conor McGregor and Jon Jones?
24/10/23 20:00Following his impressive win over the former welterweight king, many are comparing his rise to the likes of Conor McGregor and Jon Jones.
Paulo Costa fights fan, who leapt from stands to attack him, at UFC 294 after withdrawing from his fight against Khamzat Chimaev following surgery for serious elbow infection
21/10/23 21:33Footage on X from Saturday's event in Abu Dhabi shows a fan emerging out of the crowd, straight out of nowhere, to be leap onto the Brazilian to try to fight him, only for bodyguards to stop him.
Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski after landing stunning head kick at UFC 294, with Russian defending his title in emphatic style following Khamzat Chimaev's win over Kamaru Usman in co-main event
21/10/23 20:39Islam Makhachev delivered a spectacular head kick knock out to extinguish Alexander Volkanovski's dream of becoming a two-weight champion at UFC 294.
UFC 294 RECAP: Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski with incredible head kick in first round to retain lightweight belt
21/10/23 15:01Read through Mail Sport's live blog to see how the action unfolded.
Sean Strickland reveals Kamaru Usman's mouth-watering payday for UFC 294 clash with Khamzat Chimaev as he brands the short-notice title eliminator for his middleweight championship a 'BULLS*** fight'
21/10/23 12:32Strickland was the first fighter the UFC turned to as a replacement, but the middleweight champion opted not to make the first defence of his belt on such short notice.
Alexander Volkanovski has been 'obsessed' with exacting his revenge against Islam Makhachev while Kamaru Usman 'was not the UFC's first choice to face Khamzat Chimaev' as the pair prepare for short-notice showdowns at UFC 294
21/10/23 09:49After Oliveira was forced to withdraw from his own highly-anticipated rematch with Makhachev, Volkanovski wasted no time in accepting the opportunity to replace him.
Khamzat Chimaev signs new 'long-term UFC deal' ahead of his blockbuster clash against Kamaru Usman at UFC 294… and he may have let slip his new contract is worth 'almost £16m' over seven fights
21/10/23 08:45Though he had two fights remaining on his existing deal, ESPN revealed earlier this week he has been rewarded for his success with a new long-term contract.
What time is Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski TONIGHT and how can you watch UFC 294? Everything you need to know as two giants go head-to-head in Abu Dhabi
21/10/23 07:55The pair went face-to-face at UFC 284 earlier this year in what was a close contest. Makhachev triumphed on the scorecards.
Kamaru Usman has the tools to be a nightmare for Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294... his takedown defence is 97%, motivation is sky high after back-to-back defeats and he will relish the odds being against him in Abu Dhabi
20/10/23 21:08It wasn't so long ago that Kamaru Usman walked the UFC world like a God and at times seemed almost untouchable. The former welterweight champion reigned supreme.
UFC 294 co-main event star Khamzat Chimaev plays 'smash or pass' about rivals in his division... but fans point out Chechen has been cruelly set up by interviewer
20/10/23 09:04Khamzat Chimaev found himself the victim of the joke as he underwent an interview ahead of his long-awaited return to the octagon at UFC 294 on Saturday night.
Khamzat Chimaev issues chilling warning to Kamaru Usman at UFC 294 pre-fight press conference ahead of co-main event in Abu Dhabi
19/10/23 14:53Khamzat Chimaev issued a brutal signal of intent at the pre-fight UFC 294 press conference on Thursday.
Khamzat Chimaev shows off ridiculous strength as he lifts ex-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier in the air, with pair enjoying impromptu wrestle in the corridor ahead of UFC 294
19/10/23 14:13Few fighters have every picked up ex-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier as though it was nothing, but Khamzat Chimaev did just that on Thursday.
Khamzat Chimaev says Kamaru Usman is like an old iPhone 5 compared to his upgraded model and claims UFC 294 rival 'only took late notice fight for the money'
19/10/23 07:49Khamzat Chimaev has compared Kamaru Usman to an old iPhone 5 in comparison to him being an advanced 'Pro' version. The pair lock horns in the co-main event of Saturday night's UFC 294 card.
Khamzat Chimaev appears to catch coach with some quick blows in open sparring session ahead of Saturday's blockbuster UFC 294 clash with Kamaru Usman in Abu Dhabi
18/10/23 18:19The Swedish mixed martial arist unleashed a flurry of punches and exchanged a laugh with his coach after appearing to catch him with a blow to the face.
Gruesome photos show the extent of Paulo Costa's elbow infection that saw Brazilian ruled out of fight against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294... with Kamaru Usman now stepping in on 10 days notice
18/10/23 09:05The Brazilian was hoping to become the first fighter to beat 'Borz,' but was forced to pull out of the highly-anticipated showdown with Chimaev.
Israel Adesanya reveals he won't be fighting 'for a long time' after losing his belt to Sean Strickland last month, as former UFC middleweight champion faces possible three months in jail for drunk driving
14/10/23 09:44Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has announced a sabbatical 'for a long time', but has promised to return to the sport, despite facing the possibility of three months in jail.
Fans go wild for 'INSANE' fight between Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev in UFC 294 co-main event, as they laud 'Nigerian Nightmare' for stepping up on just 10 days notice
12/10/23 06:42Kamaru Usman's late inclusion to fight Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294 has been greeted with plenty of fanfare. On just 10 days notice, the former welterweight champion is stepping up
Kamaru Usman confirmed to fight Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC 294 co-main event... after Paulo Costa was forced to withdraw through injury
11/10/23 20:44Dana White has announced Khamzat Chimaev will fight Kamaru Usman in the co-main event at UFC 294, after Paulo Costa was forced out of his bout due to injury.
Dillon Danis aims another dig at Logan Paul ahead of their grudge match on Saturday by offering to fight Khamzat Chimaev and saying he's 'free next week' - after Dana White revealed the UFC 294 bout could be OFF due to Paulo Costa's elbow surgery
11/10/23 11:08Costa has insisted that he will be fine to contest the co-main event in Abu Dhabi but White struck a more fearful tone in his comments on Tuesday, sparking rumours of who could replace him.
Dana White reveals Paulo Costa's UFC 294 clash with Khamzat Chimaev could be OFF after Brazilian revealed he underwent surgery on infected elbow just three weeks ago
11/10/23 10:20Paulo Costa's highly anticipated clash with Khamzat Chimaev is in doubt, revealed UFC president Dana White. The pair are due to lock horns in the co-main event of UFC 294.
When is Alex Volkanovski's rematch with Islam Makhachev and how can you watch? As major change is made to UFC 294 main event due to Charles Oliveira injury
11/10/23 09:30Alexander Volkanovski fell to a narrow points defeat in his first meeting with Islam Makhachev in Perth at UFC 284 but will now get a second chance at becoming a two-weight champion.
Israel Adesanya admits he is rooting for 'new blood' in hoping Khamzat Chimaev beats old rival Paulo Costa, with 'Stylebender' out to defend title at UFC 293 against Sean Strickland in Sydney
04/09/23 23:01Isreal Adesanya has admitted he is rooting for 'new blood' when Khamzat Chimaev faces his former rival Paulo Costa ahead of his title defence at UFC 203 in Sydney.
'The problem is definitely NOT me': Khamzat Chimaev hits back at Dana White, after UFC president claimed undefeated star's inactivity is due to 'personal issues'... with 'Borz' calling out SIX fighters he wants to face
09/05/23 06:10Khamzat Chimaev has fired back at Dana White's claim about his inactivity being down to 'personal problems'. The undefeated star has been out of action since last September.
'Go f***ing make weight before we talk': Jorge Masvidal slams Khamzat Chimaev for calling out fighters despite botched attempt at cutting down to 170-pounds
30/03/23 07:50Jorge Masvidal has taken aim at Khamzat Chimaev for calling out big names despite missing weight by seven-and-a-half pounds in his last fight. Masvidal takes on Gilbert Burns next weekend.
'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.
Leon Edwards retained his welterweight title with a striking MASTERCLASS against Kamaru Usman at UFC 286... but what's next for 'Rocky' with Colby Covington, Jorge Masvidal, and Conor McGregor all eyeing a potential showdown with the Brit
20/03/23 14:39Sportsmail breaks down what's next for Leon Edwards after he defended his welterweight title for the first time against Kamaru Usman at UFC 286 in London.
'Soon I'll take my belt from these clowns': Khamzat Chimaev issues a stern warning to Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman ahead of their UFC Welterweight Championship clash
18/03/23 10:59Commenting on a post from the UFC showing the staredown between the two fighters in UFC 286's headline bout, the 28-year-old wrote: 'Soon I'll take my belt from this two clowns.'
'The guys talk a lot of s**t about me and then run away': Khamzat Chimaev hits out at UFC rivals for ducking him, as undefeated star targets March for return to action
26/12/22 17:22UFC welterweight star Khamzat Chimaev has hit out at potential opponents for 'running away' from fighting him and has stated his desperation to secure a title shot within the next 12 months.
Khamzat Chimaev is the latest in a line of UFC stars to spark mayhem OUTSIDE the octagon... Khabib infamously ignited a Las Vegas brawl, Conor McGregor smashed a bus window and Nick Diaz even started a fight with his opponent in hospital!
26/10/22 19:00Khamzat Chimaev provided an ugly footnote to UFC 280 by sparking a mini-brawl in the crowd after Islam Makhachev's win. The Chechen-born is ever the pantomime villain.
Khamzat Chimaev squashes beef with Team Khabib over dinner after his brainless fight with Abubakar Nurmagomedov at UFC 280... as the MMA fighters admit they are 'tired of this nonsense' following cageside brawl
24/10/22 09:16Khamzat Chimaev appears to have made peace with Team Khabib over dinner following his brainless cageside brawl with Abubakar Nurmagomedov at UFC 280.
Khamzat Chimaev sparks CHAOS cageside at UFC 280 as he fights Khabib and Islam Makhachev's team-mate, before Abu Dhabi security team rush in and break up melee
22/10/22 22:01Khamzat Chimaev sparked chaos at UFC 280 after a fight erupted outside of the octagon in astonishing scenes. He was seen deep in conversation before it turned nasty.
Dana White wants Khamzat Chimaev vs Colby Covington as co-main event for Leon Edwards' proposed trilogy bout against Kamaru Usman on UK soil
21/10/22 14:58Dana White has revealed his desire for Khamzat Chimaev to fight Colby Covington as the co-main event of Kamaru Usman's trilogy bout with Leon Edwards next year.
Rising star Bo Nickal explains why he is 'the guy' to beat Khamzat Chimaev despite having only THREE MMA fights to his name, with American wrestler yet to make his full UFC debut
06/10/22 09:49Despite his lack of professional experience, Nickal believes he's 'the guy' who would overcome the undefeated and feared Khamzat Chimaev.
'There are no problems': Khamzat Chimaev's manager dismisses reports that UFC fighter's passport was seized in Russia
05/10/22 10:25Khamzat Chimaev's manager has dismissed reports in Brazil that the UFC star had his Russian passport seized during a recent trip to his native country.
Khamzat Chimaev did NOT miss weight due to 'lack of Muslim team-mates' as Khabib Nurmagomedov bizarrely claimed, insists Reza Madadi... with cornerman pointing out UFC legend's own issues cutting down
22/09/22 14:58Khabib Nurmagomedov's bizarre verdict that Khamzat Chimaev needs more Muslim team-mates is incorrect, claims Reza Madadi.Madadi, a fellow Muslim, works closely with Chimaev.
'I don't even know if UFC will book him at 170-pounds': Sean O'Malley doubts Khamzat Chimaev's welterweight future after botched cut but questions whether undefeated star wants to clash with 'big boys' in division above
22/09/22 08:54Sean O'Malley doubts that the UFC will sanction another fight for Khamzat Chimaev at welterweight again after his botched weight cut threw UFC 279 into disarray.
Brendan Schaub slams 'bully' Dana White and calls the UFC president a 'low budget Vince McMahon' after White had taken shots at the former heavyweight fighter in a press conference
15/09/22 11:25Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub has fired back at Dana White, following comments made by the UFC president at a press conference.
Leverage! Tony Ferguson forced UFC executive Hunter Campbell to let him take his 'beautiful' Bentley for a 45-minute test drive before he would accept the last-minute showdown with Nate Diaz at UFC 279
15/09/22 08:37At UFC 279 Tony Ferguson demonstrated himself to be the consummate company man, stepping in at short notice following Khamzat Chimaev's weight miss to take a main event bout.
Backstage melee before UFC 279 press conference will be investigated by Nevada State Athletic Commission as they threaten disciplinary action after Dana White vowed chaotic scenes will NEVER happen again
13/09/22 10:25The Nevada State Athletic Commission are investigating the backstage melee that led to UFC 279's pre-fight press conference to being cancelled.
'He was shaking, vomiting and passing out': Khamzat Chimaev's coach details botched weight cut at UFC 279 and admits missing mark by seven pounds was 'unprofessional'... but he insists 'Borz' WILL still compete at welterweight
13/09/22 05:38Khamzat Chimaev was 'shaking, vomiting and passing out' while trying to cut weight ahead of UFC 279. 'Borz' came in for plenty of criticism after missing the mark.
Khamzat Chimaev claims he was willing to forfeit his £1.7m purse to fight Nate Diaz at UFC 279 after weighing SEVEN POUNDS over the limit for their proposed bout... before the Swedish star was instead forced to face Kevin Holland in a backup contest
11/09/22 15:22The Swedish fighter, insists he was willing to forfeit his £1.72million ($2m) purse to fight the veteran Diaz, who won in his final fight to ensure he ended his career on a high note.
Conor McGregor voices concerns that more UFC fighters will deliberately miss weight after Khamzat Chimaev was allowed to fight Kevin Holland despite coming in SEVEN POUNDS over the limit for his proposed bout with Nate Diaz
11/09/22 11:14Controversial star Conor McGregor has warned UFC that more fighters will follow in the footsteps of Khamzat Chimaev after he was allowed to remain on the card despite failing to make weight.
'I'll kill everybody... if I die, I'll die in the cage': Khamzat Chimaev makes light work of Kevin Holland in just over two minutes to take his unbeaten record to 12-0... after his failure to make weight for main event sparked late reshuffle
11/09/22 04:50Khamzat Chimaev defeated Kevin Holland in the co-main event of UFC 279, and to the surprise of many did it in extremely dominating fashion, taking just over two minutes to end the bout.
'I'll fight him right now if I could find his b**** a**': Nate Diaz rages after Khamzat Chimaev fails to make weight for UFC 279 by SEVEN POUNDS as Dana White shuffles the pack and gets Tony Ferguson to step in
10/09/22 13:10Nate Diaz has vowed he will never fight 'little leaguer' Khamzat Chimaev in the octagon after the welterweight missed his weight limit by seven pounds ahead of UFC 279.
Dana White announces huge last-minute changes to UFC 279 main card after Khamzat Chimaev missed weight to throw whole event into chaos... as Tony Ferguson steps up to fight Nate Diaz in new co-headline slot
09/09/22 22:36The unprecedented changes come as a result of Khamzat Chimaev being seven and a half pounds over the weight limit for the original main event between him and Nate Diaz.
Khamzat Chimaev misses weight by 7 POUNDS ahead of UFC 279 main event clash with Nate Diaz... with the promotion reportedly considering putting the American in a short-notice clash against Tony Ferguson
09/09/22 17:45The UFC 279 main event clash between Khamzat Chimaev and Nate Diaz is in serious jeopardy after the Swedish star missed the welterweight limit by seven pounds at the weigh in on Friday.
Khamzat Chimaev claims his rivals 'got what they deserved' in 'absolute s*** show' backstage scrap with Kevin Holland and the Diaz brothers which forced Dana White to CANCEL the UFC 279 press conference... and Darren Till has revealed what really happened
09/09/22 14:01A fight erupted between Khamzat Chimaev and the Diaz brothers, along with several other fighters and their respective camps, forcing Dana White to cancel the pre-fight press conference.
'Now you're one of us': Darren Till wrestles with a child in a restaurant before Khamzat Chimaev rewards the young fan in heartwarming moment...but he wasn't so nice during backstage brawl that cancelled UFC 279 press conference
09/09/22 11:44The UFC fighters showed their softer side by getting into a light-hearted 'fight' with UFC fans during a night out at a restaurant ahead of UFC 270 this weekend.
Brothers Nate and Nick Diaz filmed SPARRING during Starbucks coffee run as the UFC legends prepare for Nate's fight against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279 this weekend... but a backstage fight has thrown the event into chaos
09/09/22 08:31Nate Diaz and his brother, Nick, have been filmed sparring inside a Starbucks coffee shop ahead of Nate's fight with Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of UFC 279.
Dana White CANCELS UFC 279 press conference after fighters 'Khamzat Chimaev and Kevin Holland get into physical altercation and ignite melee backstage': 'Absolute s*** show'
09/09/22 01:00UFC president Dana White was forced to cancel Thursday's press conference moments before it was set to start due to an 'absolute s*** show' backstage.
'I didn't call for this fight': Nate Diaz blasts UFC for matching him up with Khamzat Chimaev and insists he is doing them a favour by stepping into the Octagon with undefeated welterweight
07/09/22 08:06Many fans believe the UFC have deliberately matched Nate Diaz with undefeated Khamzat Chimaev as a result of his ongoing dispute with president Dana White.
'I didn't call for this fight and still don't want it': Nate Diaz blasts UFC for setting up Khamzat Chimaev showdown but insists he 'doesn't care if he gets his ass whooped' because he will be a free agent afterwards
07/09/22 00:02Nate Diaz says Saturday's welterweight fight with Khamzat Chimaev isn't one he wanted and insists he doesn't care if he gets his his 'ass whooped' by the 'rising star.
'Did you say you want to f**k me up?': UFC sensation Khamzat Chimaev confronts Paulo Costa at UFC's Performance Institute with multiple fighters needed to keep the contenders apart... but Borz has been accused of putting on an 'act' for the altercation
06/09/22 12:04Chechen-Swedish fighter Khamzat Chimaev was seen watching Paulo Costa train with former UFC title challenger, Jake Shields at the UFC Performance Institute on Monday.
'Now you know you're human': Khamzat Chimaev says he doesn't think Kamaru Usman will be the same again after shock Leon Edwards defeat at UFC 278
06/09/22 00:03Khamzat Chimaev believes Kamaru Usman will be a changed man after losing to Leon Edwards in shocking fashion at UFC 278 last month.
Nate Diaz 'needs a MIRACLE' against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279, but American's 'X-factor' could help spring stunning upset, claims Li Jingliang
31/08/22 14:30The Chinese star knows exactly what Chimaev is capable of having finished him within one round of their fight this year. Many feel as though Diaz is being thrown to the wolves.
REVEALED: Darren Till was 'arrested for drink driving in Sweden after breathalyser test found him THREE times over the legal limit'... as the UFC star finds himself in trouble with the law AGAIN, after he was charged for stealing a taxi in Tenerife in 2019
31/08/22 07:19The 29-year-old has been making regular trips to Sweden over the past 12 months to train alongside undefeated welterweight Khamzat Chimaev, who is due to face Nate Diaz at UFC 279 next month.
'If he beats Nate Diaz, does he get Colby Covington next?': Daniel Cormier brands Khamzat Chimaev the 'biggest LOSER' from UFC 278 fallout, as undefeated star must now wait for title shot after Usman vs Edwards trilogy
28/08/22 08:21Leon Edwards' shock UFC welterweight championship win over Kamaru Usman is the highlight of the Englishman's career with Edwards becoming the division's undisputed champion.
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Agonising moment moment snooker player loses black ball frame at World Championship with cruel slice of luck Player left a mixture of disbelief and disgust 
Jamie Vardy will LEAVE Leicester this summer and could be set for a move to the US with wife Rebekah as fairytale 13-year spell ends on a sour note
EXCLUSIVE Eni Aluko faces ITV AXE over accusing colleague Ian Wright of 'blocking' female pundits from TV work Big development 
Revealed: How stunning DAZN TV host Diletta Leotta's male colleague's wife stepped in 'to make things clear' with her over her behaviour
Michael Schumacher's son Mick's Miss Universe finalist girlfriend is spotted on celebrity dating app Raya Have couple split? 
Irish Wrexham star James McClean's footballer brother under investigation at his club after he was spotted at New IRA parade Derry-based parade 
Andrew Flintoff's wife admits she'd 'never seen someone so scared' after his horror crash and opens up on heartbreaking conversation with kids
Ronnie O'Sullivan says 'a massive thank you' to his psychiatrist after returning to his blistering best to beat his nemesis Ali Carter at the Crucible
AC Milan and Inter fans put rivalry aside in moving tribute to Pope Francis, as fans across Italy pay respect at games rescheduled after his death
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
