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UFC’s Stephen Thompson agrees that Michael Page ‘could possibly be a very boring fight’

Stephen Thompson also believes a fight against Michael Page could turn out to be lackluster.

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Michael Page: Me vs. Stephen Thompson ‘could potentially be a boring fight’

Michael Page says a fight with Stephen Thompson wouldn't be as entertaining as people think.

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Colby Covington’s No. 1 choice for next fight is Stephen Thompson, also open to Ian Machado Garry or Gilbert Burns

Colby Covington sees multiple options for his next fight, but one opponent "makes the most sense" to him.

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24 fights on our 2024 MMA wish list: Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones (still), Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz 3, more

Here's MMA Junkie's 24-fight wishlist for the new year.

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Michael Page: Kevin Holland definitely won’t repeat striking-only agreement for UFC 299 fight

Ahead of UFC 299, Michael Page thinks Kevin Holland has learned his lesson about making gentleman's agreements with dangerous strikers.

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MMA Junkie’s Submission of the Month for December: Sean Brady mauls Kelvin Gastelum

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best submissions from December 2023.

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Stephen Thompson addresses UFC 296 loss to Shavkat Rakhmonov: ‘I’ll be back stronger and better than ever’

Stephen Thompson is staying positive following his submission loss at UFC 296.

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Ben Askren confused by Colby Covington’s UFC 296 strategy, says he was afraid of Leon Edwards’ striking

Ben Askren found Colby Covington's game plan vs. Leon Edwards strange.

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Shavkat Rakhmonov says he fought with a ‘very serious injury’ at UFC 296, nearly pulled out

Shavkat Rakhmonov was compromised heading into UFC 296.

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6 biggest takeaways from UFC 296: Is Dana White right to request Tony Ferguson’s retirement?

Analysis of the biggest storylines coming out of UFC 296, including Colby Covington and Tony Ferguson's grim futures.

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Shavkat Rakhmonov: ‘I’m definitely ready for the title shot’ after win over Stephen Thompson at UFC 296

Shavkat Rakhmonov wants a shot at UFC gold.

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UFC 296 post-event facts: Colby Covington joins rare company with 0-3 title fight record

The best facts to come out of UFC 296, which saw Colby Covington and Tony Ferguson join exclusive and unfortunate clubs in defeat.

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Fight Tracks: The walkout songs of UFC 296 with Tenacious D, Tom Petty, AC/DC and the Eminem Curse

Check out all the fighter walkout songs from Saturday's UFC 296 event in Las Vegas.

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Edwards Defends Welterweight Title, Outpoints Covington at UFC 296

Witness the triumphant reign of Leon Edwards and Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 296. Unravel the thrilling fight night underscoring strategy, skill, and surprise!

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UFC 296 results: Shavkat Rakhmonov rear-naked chokes Stephen Thompson, calls for title shot

Shavkat Rakhmonov made his case for a welterweight title shot by submitting Stephen Thompson at UFC 296.

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Shavkat Rakhmonov def. Stephen Thompson at UFC 296: Best photos

Check out the best photos from Shavkat Rakhmonov's second-round submission win over Stephen Thompson at UFC 296 in Las Vegas.

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UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington watch-along live stream with MMA Junkie Radio (8 p.m. ET)

Join MMA Junkie Radio's "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" for a live-streamed watch-along of UFC 296 in Las Vegas.

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UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington preview show live stream with Farah Hannoun

Before the fights get underway, join MMA Junkie's Farah Hannoun for a live-streamed preview of UFC 296.

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Alexander Volkanovski picks ‘awkward’ Stephen Thompson to upset Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 296

Alexander Volkanovski sees Stephen Thompson being too tough of a puzzle for Shavkat Rakhmonov.

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UFC 296: Quick Picks and Prognostications

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the main card for UFC 296, which features two title fights in the final event of 2023.

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UFC 296 play-by-play and live results

Check out live play-by-play and official results from UFC 296 in Las Vegas with the welterweight and flyweight titles on the line.

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UFC 296 predictions: One unanimous pick, but is it one of the Vegas title fights?

Check out our staff members' picks and analysis for UFC 296 in Las Vegas.

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UFC 296 video: Two title fights, big personalities square off in Las Vegas

Check out the UFC 296 main card (minus one matchup) faceoffs from Las Vegas including two title fights.

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Shavkat Rakhmonov, UFC 296’s biggest favorite by far, approaches ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson with caution, excitement

Two-time title challenger Stephen Thompson might be the biggest name he's fought, but Shavkat Rakhmonov once again is a huge favorite.

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Stephen Thompson: Beating Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 296 would be perfect to show title worthiness

At 40, Stephen Thompson could be facing the toughest challenge of his career in Shavkhat Rakhmonov, which is why he loves the matchup.

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