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August 19, 2025 at 1:13 AM

Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya defends title against Paulo Costa at UFC 253"; "Adesanya vs. Costa: A clash of undefeated fighters"; "UFC 253: Adesanya and Costa set for middleweight showdown".

August 18, 2025 at 12:45 AM

Khamzat Chimaev, a dominant force in the octagon, has won the UFC middleweight title. At UFC 319, he defeated Dricus Du Plessis by unanimous decision, showcasing his relentless fighting style. This victory has propelled Chimaev to the top of the UFC middleweight rankings, making him the new king of the division.