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Did you miss the prevailing buzz in the MMA scene? Worry not! We’ve got you covered with our daily MMA roundup. The most sought-after stories are at your fingertips. Amid your hectic schedule, we’ve summarised all the main events that have happened in the next 24 hours in a bite-sized quick read. So grab a pack of Dorritos and relax.

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We will start with Dana White‘s surprising move to ditch UFC to enjoy Boxing. Then we will look into the bonuses of UFC Vegas 85 and finally, we will settle down with a massive revelation regarding Conor McGregor. So without any further ado let’s get started.

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Dana White abandons UFC Vegas 85 for Boxing

Amidst͏ the dynamic͏ battleground͏ of Vegas this ͏rece͏nt Sat͏urday, the fight ͏arena resonated ͏with vigorous clashes. UFC Vegas 85 unfolded its ͏intense drama at the ͏UFC APEX, showcasing an ent͏hralling ma͏in event collision ͏in the middleweight division between Rom͏an Dolidze and Nassourdine Imavov. Contributing to the fervor, Las Vegas assumed the role of the arena for a simultaneous DAZN Boxing event on the very day. The pinnacle of the boxing spectacle rested on the headline bout featuring Conor Benn and Peter Dobson

Noteworthy is the presence of Dana White, conspicuous in attendance during the Boxing matinee, underscoring that the preeminent hub for combat sports enthusiasts was undeniably the world’s fight capital. After the event, White said “The fight was awesome, matchmaking was awesome on this fight too and I had a blast here.”

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Dana White may have snubbed the UFC Apex, but the fighters gave their ultimate best to provide the audience with a thrilling fight, and they deserve every penny of the bonus they received.

Bonuses after a successful UFC Vegas 85

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UFC Vegas 85 has been concluded and we have a set of winners, along with them we have a set of fighters who will walk away with a set of bonuses for their tremendous performances. Molly McCann and Randy Brown will walk away from the Apex with a well-deserved $50000 bonus for their exceptional performance. McCann secured her bonus with a dramatic armbar victory over Diana Belbita, while Brown claimed his with a stunning first-round knockout of Muslim Salikhov.

Adding͏ to ͏the excitement of this event, ͏the “Fight of the Night” award was presented to the flyweight pre͏limin͏ary bout between Charles ͏Johnson and Azat Maksum. Both fighters ͏earned $50,000 for their high-energy performance ͏in a ͏match that captured the audience’s attention.

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It must be noted that Molly McCann now has four POTNs under her name, Randy Brown has 2, and Charles ͏Johnson and Azat Maksum have one each. Now that we are done discussing the bonuses of the fight night, let’s jump toward Conor McGregor.

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Is Conor McGregor going to be in the UFC 300?

UFC 300 is yet to have a main event and every fighter seems to be wanting to be a part of it. Dana White has yet to make any announcements regarding the main event and the patience of the MMA fans seems to be wearing now. Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler are ready to lock horns at the UFC 300 but Whote seems to have other plans for them.

However, former UFC’s flyweight champion, Demetrious Johnson believes that White is playing around at the very end of the UFC CEO gonna announcement the McGregor vs. Chandler bout. “I think they’re going to have him [Conor McGregor] fight at UFC 300 because they’re going to try to help promote that movie [Roadhouse].”

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He further added ” It’s right about the same time frame, and they just did The Ultimate Fighter. We haven’t got to see the conclusion of it yet. If you go back in the past and we watch The Ultimate Fighter, after The Ultimate Fighter, the coaches would fight. These two coaches haven’t fought each other yet. What better opportunity to do it at UFC 300?” \

Whether this is a reality or not is at the mercy of White, but will the CEO agree to their fight?

Read More: Alex Pereira vs. Tom Aspinall: MMA Insider Discloses Reason Behind Dana White & UFC’s Silence on Rumored Mega Fight

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Suryakant Das is a senior writer who leads UFC live coverage at EssentiallySports, known for his broad expertise and standout professionalism in MMA journalism. Over two years in the field, he has become a key voice on real-time event updates, pre- and post-fight interviews, and analysis of viral moments from the Joe Rogan Experience. His dynamic reporting is backed by selection to the Journalistic Excellence Program, which hones advanced editorial skills and strategic coverage approaches for top talent. Suryakant’s career is defined by his ability to deliver both speed and depth. His versatile background spans sports journalism, content writing, and editorial roles, helping him navigate fast-paced live coverage and deliver meaningful stories with clarity and precision. Recognition from respected MMA figures such as Nina-Marie Daniele and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping further marks him as a trusted authority in the UFC community.

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