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Allan Nascimento dies at 34 after apparent heart attack, UFC mourns

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Allan Nascimento dies at 34 after apparent heart attack, UFC mourns
The mixed martial arts world is mourning the sudden death of
Allan
Nascimento.

Nascimento (22-7) was reportedly found unresponsive on Monday, Aug.
3. The
Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight suffered a heart
attack in his sleep and was pronounced deceased at the scene by
medical responders.

UFC and Chute Boxe pay tribute after flyweight Allan Nascimento
dies at age 34

The UFC posted a condolence message on social media.

“This morning, Monday, Aug. 3, our beloved flyweight fighter, Allan
Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent
heart attack in his sleep. Despite the efforts of the responding
medical team, he was pronounced deceased at the scene. Our thoughts
and deepest condolences are with Allan’s family, friends,
teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult
time.â€

His team,
Chute Boxe, also took to social media to share a message.

“Today, our team loses much more than an athlete; we have lost a
warrior, a friend, a dedicated competitor, and an extraordinary
human being who earned the respect and admiration of all who had
the privilege of knowing him. Allan inspired on and off the mats
with his determination, humility, respect and fighting spirit.â€

Nascimento originally started competing in muay thai in 2008. Due
to his skinny frame, he earned the nickname “Puro Osso,†meaning
skin and bones. Nascimento transitioned to MMA soon after and paid
his dues on the regional circuit for a decade before making his UFC
debut in 2021. The 34-year-old went 4-2 in the UFC and was coming
off a narrow split decision loss against Mitch
Raposo in June.


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Roberto Soldic announces free agency after ONE Championship contract expires

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Roberto Soldic announces free agency after ONE Championship contract expires

Roberto Soldic has entered free agency after his ONE Championship contract expired, the 31-year-old veteran announced Friday.

The former KSW two-division champion only fought three times under the ONE banner between 2021 and 2025, stopping Dagi Arslanaliev in spectacular fashion (watch here) in his most recent bout after a no-contest against Murad Ramazanov and a loss to Zebaztian Kadestam in previous appearances. “Robocop's†latest competition was a Sept. 2025 boxing match in Poland, when he knocked out Tomasz Adamek.

“Thank you for the journey,†Soldic wrote in a statement posted on social media. “My time with ONE has come to an end as my contract has officially expired. I want to thank ONE Championship from the bottom of my heart for the opportunity and the incredible experience. Every fight, every challenge, and every moment inside the cage has pushed me to become a better warrior and a better person.

“I've gained more than just fights — I've gained knowledge, respect, and memories that will last a lifetime. To my fans, thank you for your unconditional support through every high and low. You are the reason I keep fighting. This is not the end. This is the beginning of what's next. See you soon.â€

Soldic had a stellar run in KSW before joining ONE, winning eight of nine bouts and capturing belts at welterweight and middleweight. The sole loss in the KSW was a knockout against future UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis, one he avenged six months later with a knockout to recapture the 170-pound belt.

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PFL Charlotte results: Battle vs. Rosta

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PFL Charlotte results: Battle vs. Rosta

MMA Fighting has PFL Charlotte results for the Battle vs. Rosta fight card from Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, N.C., on Friday night.

In the main event, former UFC standout Bryan Battle seeks his first PFL win as he takes on PFL middleweight veteran Dalton Rosta.

Following a 7-1 (1 NC) run with the UFC that was marred by weight misses, Battle parted ways with the promotion this past August and scored a pair of Dirty Boxing knockout victories before joining the PFL. He lost to former Bellator champion Johnny Eblen in his league debut, and now takes aim at Rosta, who seeks to stop a two-fight skid.

Light heavyweights Dovlet Yagshimuradov and Simeon Powell square off.

The PFL Charlotte prelim card kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+, with the main card following at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Check out the PFL Charlotte results below.

Bryan Battle vs. Dalton Rosta

Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov vs. Simeon Powell

Aaron Jeffery def. Josh Silveira via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)

Lewis McGrillen def. Brandon Lewis via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Josh Fremd def. Jhony Gregory via TKO (punches) — 1:44, Round 2

Denis Goltsov def. Hasan Mezhiev via TKO (head kick and punches) — 0:52, Round 1

Cheyden Leialoha def. Robbie Ring via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Cheyanne Bowers def. Elora Dana via submission (rear-naked choke) — 3:36, Round 1

Landry Ward def. Michael Boylan via split decision (30-27, 28-29, 30-27)

Bruno Cappelozza def. Valentin Moldavsky via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

Jonathan Martin def. Wilson Lopshire via unanimous decision (30-26,-30-25, 30-27)

Maxwell Djantou Nana def. Eduardo Neves via KO (body punch) — 2:01, Round 3

Trey Waters def. Trukon Carson via TKO (punches) — 4:37, Round 1

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Jonah Hill said hed annihilate anyone; a retired UFC star answered

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Jonah Hill said he'd 'annihilate' anyone; a retired UFC star answered
Jonah Hill's comments about jiu-jitsu have drawn a reaction from
Cub
Swanson.

Hill, who trains jiu-jitsu, said that he would “annihilate†anyone
who challenges him. Swanson, who competed in the featherweight
division of the
Ultimate Fighting Championship for nearly 15 years, now wants
to test the Hollywood star's skills.

Cub Swanson had a playful response after Jonah Hill’s confident
Brazilian jiu-jitsu comments.

Hill's physical transformation has garnered much attention lately.
The actor was known for playing characters on the heavier side, but
his weight loss over the past few years hasn't gone unnoticed. He
recently revealed that jiu jitsu has played a major role in his
fitness journey and positively benefited his confidence as
well.

“I love Brazilian jiu-jitsu, except my body is begging me not to
love it,†Hill said during his appearance on SiriusXM's Smartless.
“My wife is often like, ‘You're not going to become a professional
fighter. You know that, right? You're a comedian.' My favorite
thing is people are like, ‘Oh, Jonah Hill, f*cking fat guy from
Superbad.' And I'm like, ‘I would f*cking annihilate you, dude. I'm
not kidding you. Try it. If you see me, try it, dude. Bring it.
Who's got it?'â€

Swanson, who retired following his victory over Nate
Landwehr at UFC 327 in April, then joked about testing Hill
himself.

“If I run into him again. I'm gonna try him,†Swanson commented on
X.


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