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Paulo Costa returns at UFC 317 against Roman Kopylov

Dana White took to social media earlier today and announced UFC 317 which goes down at the end of International Fight Week in Las Vegas on June 29th. On the PPV main card we will see the return of a former title challenger.

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UFC 317 adds Beneil Dariush – Renato Moicano

UFC 317 is the culmination of International Fight Week on June 29th and earlier today, Dana White dropped the card on social media. Amongst the fights that were announced is a lightweight matchup that was supposed to take place earlier this year as Beneil Dariush (22-6-1) will take on Renato Moicano (20-6-1).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 13

Alexandre Pantoja faces Kai Kara-France in UFC 317 co-main event

UFC 317 will feature two world title bouts on June 28 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas during the UFC's annual International Fight Week. A lightweight title

Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / May 13

‘My Apologies in Advance’ – Ilia Topuria Breaks Silence After UFC 317 Announcement

UFC 317 is now officially on the books, and it promises fireworks as International Fight Week gets its crown jewel: Ilia Topuria vs the always-dangerous Charles Oliveira.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 13

UFC star who fought across 4 weight classes doubts Islam Makhachev holds up at welterweight

Islam Makhachev may have his hands full in a welterweight fight vs. Jack Della Maddalena. The UFC Lightweight Champion and pound-for-pound #1 fighter on the planet has been thinking about a move to welterweight for a while and now that his friend Belal Muhammad is off the throne, it’s time for him to finally swoop in.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 13

Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev headlines UFC 319

A middleweight title fight will headline the UFC 319 fight card on August 16. Champion Dricus Du Plessis puts his title on the line against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev at the United Center in Chicago.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Dana White Reveals Ilia Topuria's Opponent for UFC 317 Main Event

With International Fight Week fast approaching, the UFC 317 main event announcement has been anticipated by fans for weeks now. Frustration and impatience from UFC fans reached a boiling point after UFC 315, where White skipped the post-fight press conference, leaving executive David Shaw to dodge questions about the card.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 13

Dana White announces two massive title fights for UFC 317

Fight fans can put down their matchmaking tin hats now that UFC boss Dana White has announced the lineup for UFC 317. For the longest time, UFC 317- the gem of International Fight Week -remained without a headlining fight.

Khamzat Chimaev News / CBSSPorts.com / May 13

UFC 319 fight card: Dricus du Plessis to defend title against Khamzat Chimaev in Chicago in August

Du Plessis vs. Chimaev is the best middleweight fight the UFC can make

MMA News / The SportsRush / May 13

Like Khabib Nurmagomedov, Tom Aspinall Doesn’t Trust Any Coach More Than His Father

Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has claimed he has no interest in switching coaches anytime in the future — given his tight-knit bond with his father, Andy.

Belal Muhammad News / MMA Sucka / May 13

Former Champ Undeniably Deserves His Flowers After Thrilling Performance at UFC 315

Last weekend, Belal Muhammad lost his championship by the slimmest of margins, but he undoubtedly gained something almost as important: recognition from the mixed martial arts fanbase.

Jon Jones News / MMA on SI / May 13

Top-5 UFC fighter says it’s time to strip Jon Jones of heavyweight belt

It's not just fans and pundits that are tired of the inactivity at the UFC heavyweight championship level; it's other fighters. Jon Jones sits atop the throne and has fought once in the last 801 days.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 13

Islam Makhachev’s Big Dreams Faces Major Warning from UFC Legend Chael Sonnen: 'He is a Smaller Guy'

Islam Makhachev is currently chasing greatness as the pound-for-pound number one fighter in the world, seeking legendary MMA status. He has successfully defended his lightweight title four times, more than anybody else in the long and decorated history of UFC.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / May 13

Liam Harrison lays out 'incredible card' for ONE Championship UK event

British Muay Thai legend Liam Harrison is an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to ‘the art of eight limbs.’ Even more so when it refers to his homeland of the United Kingdom, and he sees great potential in a ONE Championship show taking place in the UK.

Brock Lesnar News / The Sportster / May 13

The Mini Beast Has Been Unleashed: Brock Lesnar's Son Gets Drafted To The Western Hockey League

While Brock Lesnar's WWE future is still in doubt, The Beast Incarnate has kept busy, most notably being a supportive parent to his kids, specifically when it comes to their athletic careers.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 13

UFC fans are losing patience with Jon Jones avoiding Tom Aspinall

Jon Jones can't escape the Tom Aspinall critique, even across the globe. As Jones prepares to co-host an Ultimate Fighter-style program in Russia opposite Nate Diaz- one of Jones' many side quests recently- fans are foaming at the mouth for news of a heavyweight throwdown with Aspinall.

Belal Muhammad News / BoxingNews.com / May 13

Belal Muhammad Can Learn From GSP

Belal Muhammad has spoken fondly of Georges St-Pierre, as he will look to use his career as a way to bounce back from his Jack Della Maddalena loss. Belal lost his UFC Welterweight Title in the first defense of his belt, having secured it from Leon Edwards.

Brad Tavares News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 13

Brad Tavares re-signs with UFC, eyes set on UFC history

Brad Tavares is back. After a brief stint off the UFC roster sparked rumors of his release, the 37-year-old middleweight has officially re-signed with the promotion, inking a fresh four-fight deal and setting his sights on a unique piece of UFC history: breaking Michael Bisping’s all-time middleweight wins record.