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Conor McGregor praises ‘bonafide superstar’ Nate Diaz for fighting out contract at UFC 279

Conor McGregor had only praise for longtime rival and "bonafide superstar" Nate Diaz ahead of his likely octagon farewell bout at UFC 279.

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UFC 279: Quick picks and prognostications

MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom breaks down the main card for UFC 279.

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UFC 279 discussion thread

UFC 279 takes place Saturday in Las Vegas, and you can discuss the event here.

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UFC 279: Diaz vs. Ferguson live-streaming preview show with Farah Hannoun

Before the fights get underway, join MMA Junkie's Farah Hannoun for a live-streamed preview of UFC 279.

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UFC 279: Diaz vs. Ferguson live-streaming watch-along with MMA Junkie Radio

Join MMA Junkie Radio hosts "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" for a watch-along of UFC 279 headlined by Nate Diaz's possible farewell fight.

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UFC 279’s Julian Erosa has no beef with former opponent Paddy Pimblett: ‘He’s doing good, and good for him’

Ahead of his return at UFC 279, Julian Erosa holds no ill will toward former Cage Warriors opponent and recent UFC sensation Paddy Pimblett.

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UFC 279 weigh-in video: Khamzat Chimaev misses weight big for Nate Diaz bout

Khamzat Chimaev came in 7.5 pounds over for his UFC 279 main event vs. Nate Diaz at the official weigh-ins Friday.

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UFC 279 predictions: Who’s picking underdog Nate Diaz over 12-1 favorite Khamzat Chimaev?

Check out our staff members' picks for the UFC 279 main card in Las Vegas.

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Meet Tai Emery: Why a viral ‘flash’ knockout at BKFC meant more than met the eyes

BKFC fighter Tai Emery broke the internet when she exposed herself in celebration – and she says fans should expect even more next time.

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Khamzat Chimaev dismisses Paulo Costa fight: ‘He wants to be famous now’

Khamzat Chimaev doesn't see a reason to fight Paulo Costa after their UFC 279 fight-week altercation.

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Video: Watch Friday’s UFC 279 ceremonial weigh-ins live on MMA Junkie

Check out a live video stream of the UFC 279 ceremonial weigh-ins, featuring Nate Diaz vs. Tony Ferguson in Las Vegas.

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Khamzat Chimaev: Nate Diaz, Kevin Holland got what they ‘deserved’ in UFC 279 press conference brawl

Khamzat Chimaev appears to have no regrets for his role in the melee that canceled the UFC 279 press conference.

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Twitter reacts to UFC 279 news conference backstage melee

Check out what the MMA world had to say about the abrupt ending to the UFC 279 news conference due to altercations that broke out backstage.

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Dana White describes scene of backstage melee at UFC 279 press conference: ‘All hell broke loose’

In over two decades as UFC president Dana White says he's never seen anything like what happened Thursday.

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Irene Aldana ready to take on all challenges, but ‘aware that a title fight can happen at any time’

Irene Aldana is ready for a title shot if she beats Macy Chiasson at UFC 279.

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Khamzat Chimaev happy for Leon Edwards, but thinks new champ will try to duck him

Ahead of his UFC 279 main event against Nate Diaz, Khamzat Chimaev thinks new welterweight champ Leon Edwards is avoiding a fight with him.

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‘Jake Paul could win’: Nate Diaz weighs in on the Youtuber-turned-boxer’s chances against Anderson Silva

Nate Diaz isn't counting out either competitor in the upcoming boxing match between Jake Paul and former UFC champ Anderson Silva.

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Hakeem Dawodu hopes to kickstart title run with finish of Julian Erosa at UFC 279: ‘My time is now’

Minus a setback to Movsar Evloev, Hakeem Dawodu has been on a roll at 145 pounds.

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Li Jingliang comfortable sharing UFC 279 with Khamzat Chimaev, focused on Tony Ferguson

Perhaps it's not the most ideal situation for Li Jingliang to have to share a card with Khamzat Chimaev, but he doesn't see it that way.

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Johnny Walker reborn for UFC 279 after getting off CBD, THC: ‘It f*cked my life’

Johnny Walker made a significant change ahead of UFC 279, and he expects it produce a different performance inside the octagon.

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Kevin Holland: Khamzat Chimaev ‘only does this extra wannabe street sh*t when the media is around’

Ahead of UFC 279, Kevin Holland said there's no beef with Khazmat Chimaev and he's just telling it how he sees it – and he sees a phony.

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Daniel Rodriguez largely leaving UFC 279 chatter to Kevin Holland, but ‘if you ain’t trash talking back, you’re getting roasted’

"If you ain't trash talking back, you're getting roasted, bro."

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With team behind him at UFC 279, Tony Ferguson calls welterweight home: ‘I’m here to collect’

Former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson feels good about his decision to move up and fight Li Jingliang.

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Khamzat Chimaev hopes Nate Diaz can ‘survive’ five rounds in UFC 279 headliner

Khamzat Chimaev wants Nate Diaz to show his trademark heart and durability in the UFC 279 main event.

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Video: UFC 279 media day live stream

Follow along with our live video stream from UFC 279 media day in Las Vegas.

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