Mixed Martial Arts

Stories about Mixed Martial Arts

Poirier thriving as McGregor’s unlikely, involuntary nemesis

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LAS VEGAS — The fighter who erased most of Conor McGregor’s mystique this year is a polite family man from Louisiana who makes his...

In letter, USADA says it can’t change marijuana rules alone

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U.S. Anti-Doping Agency leaders are pushing to further mitigate “harsh consequences” for marijuana if it's not intentionally used to enhance performance, though they cannot...

Young racer de Alba chasing success of fellow Mexicans

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LEXINGTON, Ohio — Salvador de Alba Jr. wants to be the next Sergio Perez, Pato O’Ward or Daniel Suarez, a Mexican race car driver...

Now a single mom, MMA champ Harrison finds new purpose

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Kayla Harrison posted a photo on Instagram in April of her bloody Allen Iverson-esque stepover of a defeated opponent from last year. Both MMA...

Bellator books Forum for 1st domestic show outside bubble

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LOS ANGELES — Bellator has chosen the Forum in Inglewood, California, for its first domestic show outside of its Connecticut bubble since the start...

Oscar De La Hoya announces boxing comeback vs UFC’s Belfort

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LOS ANGELES — Oscar De La Hoya says he is returning to the boxing ring for a bout against former UFC champion Vitor Belfort. ...

Adesanya beats Vittori to defend title at UFC 263

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GLENDALE, Ariz. — Israel Adesanya won a unanimous decision in a rematch against Marvin Vittori to defend his middleweight championship at UFC 263 Saturday...

Olympic, professional boxing champ Shields wins MMA debut

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ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — From the squared circle to the cage, Claressa Shields simply can't lose. ...

Olympic medalist, boxing champ Shields to make PFL debut

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Claressa Shields has narrowed her walkout music for her MMA debut down to three songs. She needs a tune she can dance to on...

Tito Ortiz quits California city council, citing ‘attacks’

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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — Former mixed martial arts fighter Tito Ortiz has resigned from his position on the City Council of Huntington Beach, California...