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Mike Chiappetta

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TUF 17 results: Clint Hester KO's Bristol Marunde with elbow strike

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Clint Hester came to TUF with the reputation of power, and though he was eliminated from the competition early, he showed he might have a future in the UFC yet.

TUF 17 results: Cole Miller taps out Bart Palaszewski

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Both Cole Miller and Bart Palaszewski desperately needed wins after two-fight losing streak, but it was Miller's jiu-jitsu that proved the difference.

Bellator striking phenom Michael Page captures another 1st-round win in Super Fight League

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Just three weeks after making his Bellator debut, talented striker Michael Page fought again, capturing another first-round victory, although in an unexpected way.

TUF 17 Finale main event breakdown: Urijah Faber vs. Scott Jorgensen

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Mike Chiappetta takes a look at Saturday night's bantamweight main-event bout and picks a winner.

TUF storylines make for compelling finale match between Uriah Hall, Kelvin Gastelum

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Uriah Hall was the season-long favorite while Kelvin Gastelum was his team's final pick, yet whoever wins will give the UFC a marketable new star.

Bellator announces four-man tournaments for upcoming summer series

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In an attempt to keep champions more active, Bellator will hold quicker tournaments that will produce title challengers.

Eddie Wineland: I'm stronger, faster, and hit harder than Renan Barao

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At a press conference for his upcoming UFC 161 fight against Renan Barao, Eddie Wineland voiced his confidence in unseating the interim bantamweight champ.

UFC addresses death of amateur fighter with condolences, calls for increased regulation

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Winnipeg is still a bit uneasy about hosting its first UFC event, even more so after the recent death of an amateur Canadian fighter. UFC Canada boss Tom Wright addressed the the tragedy, saying it underscores the importance of regulation.

MMA Roundtable: White's Fallon Fox reaction, TUF champ as contender, Cyborg's stock and more

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Luke Thomas and Mike Chiappetta discuss Dana White's reaction to Matt Mitrione's suspension, whether the TUF title match will mint a contender, Tito Ortiz's managerial prowess and more.

The Forward Roll: UFC on FUEL 9 edition

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Mike Chiappetta takes a look at what might be next for some of the key winners and losers of last Saturday night's event.

Fighter dies after unregulated Michigan amateur bout

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The amateur MMA scene in Michigan has been so troubled that the Association of Boxing Commissions recently asked members to bar state fighters from its cards. Now, an amateur athlete has died.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Gegard Mousasi jabs way to decision over Ilir Latifi

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Gegard Mousasi wasn't able to finish short-notice replacement Ilir Latifi, but he battered his opponent for three rounds en route to winning his octagon debut.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Ross Pearson defeats Ryan Couture via TKO

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Ross Pearson scored his second straight finish since moving back to lightweight, finishing the UFC's first-ever second-generation fighter.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Matt Mitrione starches Phil De Fries in 19 seconds

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Matt Mitrione came into UFC on FUEL 9 feeling pressure, but it took him about as much time to beat Phil De Fries as it took you to read this sentence.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Brad Pickett out-scraps Mike Easton in split-decision

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In a brilliantly technical but exciting bout, Brad Pickett slipped past Mike Easton.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Diego Brandao taps out Pablo Garza

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Diego Brandao continues to show signs of maturation, dominating Pablo Garza en route to a first-round submission.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Akira Corassani ends Robbie Peralta's 10-fight unbeaten streak

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Akira Corassani was one of the biggest underdogs on the card, but came through for his home crowd with a win over slugger Robbie Peralta.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Reza Madadi recovers from knockdown, finishes Michael Johnson

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After suffering a first-round knockdown, Reza Madadi's inner "Mad Dog" emerged, and he swarmed back for a finish of Michael Johnson.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Tor Troeng defeats Adam Cella by submission

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In a matchup of current Ultimate Fighter cast mates, it was the Swede Tor Troeng winning in front of his home countrymen.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Conor McGregor debuts with KO over Marcus Brimage

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After months of hype, Irishman Conor McGregor lived up to expectations with a speedy knockout of Marcus Brimage.

UFC on FUEL 9 results: Tom Lawlor overcomes injury, submits Michael Kuiper

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Tom Lawlor took a turn for the serious, overcoming an injured knee and defeating Michael Kuiper.

UFC on FUEL 9 weigh-in results: Latifi on target in hopes of upset against heavy favorite Mousasi

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Ilir Latifi made weight in hopes of authoring a record upset over Gegard Mousasi in Saturday night's main event.

Bellator 95 results: Pat Curran retains title with first-round submission over Shahbulat Shamhalaev

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Pat Curran solidified his stronghold on the featherweight division with a first-round victory, and on the same night, saw a new challenger arise.

Bellator 95 Results: Curran vs. Shamhalaev

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Keep up with Bellator 95 results for Thursday's Bellator event from Revel in Atlantic City.

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Video: Alexander Gustafsson says being pulled from UFC on FUEL 9 main event is worse than losing

In a Wednesday interview, Alexander Gustafsson said he was ready to fight despite the laceration that ruled him out of Saturday's UFC on FUEL 9.

Fallon Fox bout set as Allanna Jones accepts matchup, but commission review still looms

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After a month of controversy, transgender fighter Fallon Fox is nearly set to fight in the CFA tournament semifinals after Allanna Jones agreed to face her, leaving only commission approval standing in the way from making the bout official.

Past exploits forgotten and set up to fail, Gegard Mousasi aims to refresh short memories

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Ten years and multiple titles into his career, Mousasi is, in the eyes of many, just another guy making his octagon debut, an overhyped, serial can-crusher about to face his first real dose of reality.

Chris Camozzi in for injured CB Dollaway against Cezar 'Mutante' Ferreira at UFC on FX 8

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Chris Camozzi will go for his fifth straight win at UFC on FX 8.

Ross Pearson on Ryan Couture: 'I don't think he's on my level'

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In his second fight since moving back up to lightweight, UFC on FUEL 9's Ross Pearson says Ryan Couture is in for a rough night.

Princeton grad Jake Butler left behind bright career, big money to chase MMA dream

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Jake Butler is a 30-year-old MMA rookie after taking an unlikely path from the Ivy League to the cage.

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