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UFC 311 - Lightweight - Main Event - Title Fight

UFC 311 fight rankings: Two title bouts headline first PPV of 2025

Three fights stand out above the rest, including the return of the top fighter on ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings.

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TOP HEADLINES

'SACRIFICE EVERYTHING YOU HAVE'

'Sacrifice': Why Coach Khabib's run will end soon

Khabib Nurmagomedov never planned to coach, but losing his father changed his perspective. But he won't stay for long. Here's why the best camp in MMA will need a new coach soon.

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WHO WILL THRIVE IN 2025?

MMA Rank 1-50: Who’s ready to take over in 2025?

Which fighters will top our list of the best 50 fighters in MMA based on their expected 2025 performance?

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THE BEST IN THE GAME

MMA divisional rankings: Mackenzie Dern submits evidence that she belongs

Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, Bellator, PFL and beyond.

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UFC on ESPN+

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  • Stream the best of the UFC

    Get more with your ESPN+ subscription, including exclusive live fight nights, original shows, in-depth analysis and the best from the UFC catalog.

MMA and UFC glossary

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  • A glossary of MMA and UFC terms

    From armbar to Zuffa, here is some of the common terminology heard at UFC and other mixed martial arts events.