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UFC Oklahoma City: 'Du Plessis vs. Usman' Live Results and Highlights

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UFC Oklahoma City: 'Du Plessis vs. Usman' Live Results and Highlights

The Octagon invades Paycom Center for tonight's UFC Oklahoma City event, a 12-bout fight card headlined by Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman.

Du Plessis (23-3 MMA) will be competing for the first time since losing the promotion‘s middleweight title to Khamzat Chimaev 11 months ago at UFC 319. Prior to that lopsided decision defeat, ‘DDP' had strung together 10 straights wins, which included victories over Sean Strickland (x2), Israel Adesanya, Robert Whittaker and Darren Till.

Meanwhile, Kamaru Usman (21-4 MMA) most previously competed in June of 2025, where he scored an impressive unanimous decision victory over Joaquin Buckley. That win snapped a three-fight losing skid for ‘The Nigerian Nightmare', who had previously suffered losses at the hands of Leon Edwards (x2) and Khamzat Chimaev respectively.

UC Oklahoma City is co-headlined by a highly anticipated middleweight contest featuring Jared Cannonier taking on Christian Leroy Duncan.

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Cannonier (18-9 MMA) will be competing for the first time since dropping a decision to Michael Page eleven months ago at UFC 319. Prior to that setback, ‘Tha Killa Gorilla' was coming off a fourth-round TKO victory over Gregory Rodrigues. The 42-year-old has gone 3-3 over his past six Octagon appearances overall.

Meanwhile, Christian Leroy Duncan (14-2 MMA) will enter this evening's co-main event on a four-fight winning streak, with his most recent victory coming over Roman Dolidze this past March in London. Prior to that, ‘CLD' was coming off back-to-back knockout victories over Eryk Anders and Marco Tulio respectively.

Also featured on tonight's main card lineup is a lightweight bout between Chase Hooper and Mitch Ramirez.

Hooper (16-5-1 MMA) will enter the contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘The Dream' has suffered first-round TKO losses to Alexander Hernandez and Lance Gibson Jr. in his two most recent Octagon appearances. Prior to those setbacks, the 26-year-old had strung together five straights wins, which included victories over Clay Guida and Jim Miller.

Meanwhile, Mitch Ramirez (8-3 MMA) will also be looking to snap a two-fight losing skid this evening. The 33-year-old most previously competed 12 months ago, where he suffered a second-round TKO loss at the hands of Mike Davis.

UFC Oklahoma City Main Card (8pm EST on Paramount+)

185 lbs: Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman –

185 lbs: Jared Cannonier vs. Christian Leroy Duncan – Duncan def. Cannonier by unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)

155 lbs: Chase Hooper vs. Mitch Ramirez – Hooper def. Ramirez via submission (rear-naked choke) at 2:15 of Round 1

115 lbs: Tabatha Ricci vs. Fatima Kline – Kline def. Ricci by unanimous decision (30-27 x3)

145 lbs: Tommy McMillen vs. Alberto Montes – McMillen def. Montes via TKO (punches) at 3:29 of Round 3

UFC Oklahoma City Prelims (5pm EST on Paramount+)

145 lbs: Austin Bashi vs. Jose Delgado – Delgado def. Bashi by unanimous decision (29-28 x2, 30-27)

170 lbs: Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani vs. Seok Heyon Ko – Lebosnoyani def. Ko by unanimous decision (29-28 x3)

205 lbs: Levi Rodrigues Jr. vs. Felipe Franco – Franco def. Rodrigues Jr via TKO (punches and elbows) at 1:39 of Round 2

145 lbs: Ezra Elliott vs. Damien Anderson – Elliott def. Anderson by unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28 x2)

125 lbs: Alden Coria vs. Stewart Nicoll – Coria def. Nicoll by unanimous decision (30-27 x2, 29-28)

265 lbs: RJ Harris vs. Alvin Hines – Harris def. Hines via TKO (punches) at 1:40 of Round 1

125 bs: Anna Melisano vs. Dione Barbosa – Barbosa def. Melisano via submission (rear-naked choke) at 4:04 of Round 1

Who are you picking to win this evening's main event between Dricus du Plessis and Kamaru Usman? Share your predictions in the comment section PENN Nation!

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BKB makes case for outpacing BKFC as promotions ready for faceoff cards on August 29th

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BKB makes case for outpacing BKFC as promotions ready for faceoff cards on August 29th
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BKB and BKFC have been battling it out for hierarchical placement in the bare-knuckle boxing world, with both set to showcase big cards on the same day near month's end. BKB, formerly known as BYB Extreme, acquired the older BKB-based regime in the UK years, a league that first began making waves in the world of gloveless combat within the modern era of the sport before BKFC even had their first show.

While BKB has shined in terms of more conventional broadcasting models, as evidenced by multiple TV rights deals with outlets like Vice TV and NBCUniversal's Telemundo Deportes Ahora and talkSport to name but a few, the surging promotion also blazed unique trails in terms of social media-related broadcasting. Their efforts breaking ground with TikTok saw BKB record the highest watch time for any combat sport in the platform's history.

Their BKB 55 broadcast in June, headlined by standout ex-boxing champion Lee Selby, got the jump on Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions, with MVP making claims regarding their historic efforts on TikTok, with many fact-checking that BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing had already carved out its place live streaming on that app. While BKFC has strong cache in the space with big names like Darren Till and Mike Perry making headlines, it seems like BKB is making longer-term structure minded considerations for a sustainable future in the game.

BKB and BKFC's August 29th cards under the spotlight

BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing is touching down in Miami near the end of the month with a monumental matchup as their main event. Someone many see as the sport's top fighter today, Gustavo Trujillo, will defend his heavyweight crown against a hungry Mark O'Neill who looks to tilt the bare-knuckle world off its axis.

Plus, Olympic gold medalist Yuriorkis Gamboa will drop the gloves for his first foray into gloveless combat set for BKB 58. Gamboa will battle Yesner Talavera in the former's bare-knuckle debut set to emanate from Florida. Also on August 29th, Aspen Ladd will make her BKB debut after a successful debut in BKFC when Ladd battles ex-welterweight title challenger Bianca Daimoni.

For BKFC, they will take over Boston for BKFC 92 with a featherweight title clash set for the vaunted venue, Fenway Park. Dominant champ Kai Stewart will defend his 145-pound crown against partisan favorite/ former BKB champion Harry Gigliotti for their marquee topping attraction. Also of note, the top pound-for-pound woman in the sport, Christine Ferea, also returns to clash with Sofia Landi. Plus, former UFC stalwart Joe Lauzon will also knuckle up and toe the line on this Massachusetts-based night of fistic fireworks.

Regardless of which card is piquing your attention the most, the evident truth is that bare-knuckle fans will have a lovely night of high-octane action to whet their appetites on August 29th.

This article appeared first on BJPENN.COM

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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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