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Below is a selection of recent articles written by Curtis Calhoun for Bloody Elbow, covering significant events and news in the world of mixed martial arts.

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An emotional moment at UFC Vegas 106: a fighter cries during her post-fight interview, requesting opponents from higher ranks.

UFC strawweight Tecia Pennington overcame significant challenges to compete at UFC Vegas 106, delivering a notable performance.

Dana White speaks with Jean Silva after his knockout win at UFC Seattle, inset Melquizael Costa`s injured foot after UFC Vegas 106

Dana White shows gruesome image of a fighter`s injured foot after their victory at UFC Vegas 106.

Featherweight Melquizael Costa sustained a severe foot injury early in his winning fight at UFC Vegas 106, yet continued his streak.

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Rodolfo Bellato cites `herpes` for his withdrawal from UFC Vegas 106 in a strange explanation.

Light heavyweight Rodolfo Bellato finally commented on his surprising withdrawal from UFC Vegas 106.

Melquizael Costa punches Julian Erosa during their fight at UFC Vegas 106, inset Costa`s feet during the UFC Vegas 106 broadcast

Impressive Victory: A UFC Vegas 106 fighter wins a tough three-round bout despite a foot injury sustained during the fight.

Melquizael Costa secured another win at UFC Vegas 106, but it was a difficult fight against Julian Erosa, marked by Costa`s mid-fight injury.

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Former opponent of Paddy Pimblett delivers a devastating knockout at UFC Vegas 106.

Lightweight contender Jared Gordon achieved a potential `Knockout of the Year` at UFC Vegas 106.

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UFC Vegas 106 fighter maintains undefeated record and finishes opponent quickly, extending his nine-fight finish streak.

Flyweight Hyun Sung Park returned impressively after 17 months off, starting UFC Vegas 106 with a quick finish.

Israel Adesanya appears at an open workout ahead of his main event fight at UFC Saudi Arabia, inset Jack Della Maddalena punching Belal Muhammad

Israel Adesanya reacts live with excitement to Jack Della Maddalena`s surprising title victory at UFC 315.

Former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya was enthusiastic about Jack Della Maddalena becoming the new UFC welterweight champion.

Usman Nurmagomedov attends a Coppa Italia soccer match, opposite Paul Hughes walking out to the PFL SmartCage

Usman Nurmagomedov`s team addresses Paul Hughes` viral challenge for a rematch after PFL Belfast.

A representative for Usman Nurmagomedov has responded to Paul Hughes` public call for a rematch following PFL Belfast.

Jack Della Maddalena enters the Octagon for his title fight at UFC 315, opposite Islam Makhachev at the UFC 311 ceremonial weigh-in

Before a potential super fight, Jack Della Maddalena`s grappling coach mocks Islam Makhachev and Dagestani wrestling.

Following UFC 315, tensions are rising between the camps of welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena and lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, with coaches exchanging jabs.

Jose Aldo reacts after defeating Manny Gamburyan in a WEC matchup

On his path to the first WEC title, Jose Aldo achieved a brutal first-round knee knockout.

Before his legendary UFC career, Hall of Famer Jose Aldo dramatically won his first WEC title bout with a decisive finish.

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At UFC 315, Natalia Silva secured her first Octagon finish with a terrifying spinning back kick knockout.

Natalia Silva, a standout at UFC 315, previously delivered a stunning knockout at the UFC Apex.

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Jose Aldo reveals severe health problems he faced, which almost led to the cancellation of his planned retirement fight at UFC 315.

UFC Hall of Famer Jose Aldo had significant health obstacles to overcome to compete in his memorable retirement fight at UFC 315.

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After a tough co-main victory at UFC 315, Valentina Shevchenko responds to Manon Fiorot`s earlier `retirement` bet.

Women`s flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko addressed Manon Fiorot`s challenge after successfully defending her title at UFC 315.

Alexander Volkanovski reacts after a title unification bout win at UFC 290, opposite Jack Della Maddalena getting the UFC belt wrapped at UFC 315

Alexander Volkanovski had a wild live reaction to Jack Della Maddalena`s unexpected title win at UFC 315.

Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski expressed strong excitement for Jack Della Maddalena`s welterweight title victory at UFC 315.

Dricus du Plessis reacts to a question at the UFC 312 pre-fight press conference, inset Jack Della Maddalena punching Belal Muhammad

Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis mockingly comments on Belal Muhammad`s surprising loss in the welterweight title fight at UFC 315.

Middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis publicly expressed satisfaction after Belal Muhammad`s defeat at UFC 315.

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Max Holloway and other notable UFC fighters share their thoughts on Jose Aldo`s retirement at UFC 315 after a contentious loss.

BMF champion Max Holloway and several other UFC stars reacted to the retirement of UFC Hall of Famer Jose Aldo following his final bout at UFC 315.

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Megan Olivi clarifies her absence from UFC 315 broadcast alongside Joe Rogan, addressing fan inquiries.

Veteran broadcasters Megan Olivi and Joe Rogan were notably absent from the UFC 315 event, leading to questions from viewers.

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A teammate of Conor McGregor suffers a brutal one-punch knockout at the start of UFC 315.

While Bekzat Almakhan had a successful promotional debut at UFC 315, a teammate of Conor McGregor experienced a severe knockout early in the event.

Jamahal Hill listens to a question from the media at the UFC 300 press conference, inset Khalil Rountree Jr. after finishing Anthony Smith

Jamahal Hill describes an uncomfortable encounter with Khalil Rountree Jr. before UFC Azerbaijan, leaving the former champion puzzled.

Former light heavyweight title challengers Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. are set for a significant bout at UFC Azerbaijan, preceded by an awkward interaction.

Benoit Saint-Denis answers a question at the UFC 299 pre-fight press conference, opposite Mateusz Gamrot entering the cage at UFC 305

Benoit Saint-Denis addresses accusations from Mateusz Gamrot that he avoided a fight for UFC 315.

Lightweight contender Benoit Saint-Denis has clarified the situation after fellow fighter Mateusz Gamrot claimed Saint-Denis declined a short-notice fight at UFC 315.