Eddie Alvarez looks forward to ruining Conor McGregor mirage
The highlight packages, the promos, the interviews involving Eddie Alvarez have all been focused on Conor McGregor --and Alvarez has had enough being just Conor's opponent.
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UFC's McGregor tardy, bold as ever: 'I run NYC'
Conor McGregor's prediction for Saturday night's showdown with Eddie Alvarez: "I predict I rearrange his face. He's too easily hit."
Thompson champions karate in MMA, seeks UFC welterweight title
Stephen Thompson is the embodiment of the power of karate in mixed martial arts, and he hopes to utilize it as part of his approach to beating Tyron Woodley at UFC 205 Saturday.
Digging into the numbers behind McGregor-Alvarez at UFC 205
Conor McGregor and Eddie Alvarez each have an edge that could result in a victory in their lightweight title fight in the main event of UFC 205.
Who are the best strikers at UFC 205?
Fightnomics' Reed Kuhn breaks down the numbers to find the best strikers set to fight on Saturday's UFC 205 card at Madison Square Garden -- a group in which Conor McGregor is a standout.
Guide to UFC 205: Predictions and analysis for every fight on the card
Get ready for UFC 205 with our fight guides that evaluate what's at stake for both fighters, statistical analysis, predictions and thoughts from Dana White.
Who has the edge in McGregor vs. Alvarez? (1:03)
McGregor says Alvarez 'will be unrecognizable' after fight (1:40)
Getting tattoos can be therapeutic for McGregor (0:43)
McGregor's last fight was an instant classic (0:52)
New York's Chris Weidman ready to bring MSG to its feet at UFC 205
Not even a neck injury could keep Chris Weidman off the first UFC card in New York.
Photos: The history of big fights at MSG
As the UFC sets for its long-awaited debut at "The World's Most Famous Arena" on Saturday, look back at the storied history of fights that have occurred at New York's Madison Square Garden.
UFC announces sites, dates for early '17 events
The UFC has announced dates for events that will be held in Anaheim, New York and Las Vegas in early 2017.
Imagining the perfect MMA fighter
What would the perfect male MMA fighter look like? Would he have Conor McGregor's notorious left hand? Our experts voted on fighters who best represent top attributes to craft their own version.
McGregor leads the UFC's maiden voyage to the Big Apple (0:41)
Mexican fighters expand imprint on UFC with growing numbers
There have been now four UFC events held in Mexico, and the country and its martial arts fans have plenty to root for.
Dana White, Alvarez, Woodley and Thompson
Ahead of much-anticipated UFC 205, Brett Okamoto is live in Bristol to interview UFC President Dana White, along with fighters Eddie Alvarez, Tyron Woodley & Stephen Thompson.
McGregor banks jump shot at MSG (0:19)
Dana White reflects on what makes McGregor special (6:54)
UFC again strips Jones of light heavyweight title
Jon Jones has been stripped of the UFC light heavyweight title for the second time, UFC president Dana White said Wednesday.
Evans-Kennedy fight re-booked for UFC 206
Rashad Evans and Tim Kennedy are set for a middleweight fight that was re-booked for UFC 206 after it was pulled from UFC 205.
Woodley, Thompson ready to battle (1:15)
16 seconds is all it took for Ayala to hand out a brutal KO (0:53)
What does suspension mean for Jones' legacy? (1:31)
Sonnen on Conor McGregor's personality
ESPN MMA analyst Chael Sonnen shares his thoughts on his upcoming fight with Tito Ortiz, Conor McGregor's personality and McGregor's toughness.
UFC 205 fighters to be insured for brain injury
Every fighter on the UFC 205 card at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 12 will be insured up to $1 million in the event of traumatic brain injury, as part of a New York state-approved policy.
Ferguson handles dos Anjos at UFC Fight Night
Lightweight Tony Ferguson recorded his ninth straight victory on Saturday night with a unanimous decision win over former UFC champion Rafael dos Anjos in Mexico City.
McGregor coy on forthcoming announcement
Conor McGregor plans an announcement shortly after UFC 205, but on Thursday he remained coy as to what he plans to say.
Rousey on UFC 207: 'One of my last fights'
Former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey says her upcoming fight against Amanda Nunes at UFC 207 on Dec. 30 will be one of her last.
Sources: Dillashaw, Lineker added to UFC 207
A matchup between T.J. Dillashaw and John Lineker is close to being the last addition to a loaded UFC 207 card that includes the return of Ronda Rousey against Amanda Nunes as the main event.
Tim Kennedy and Brandon Gibson interviews
In this edition of the Five Rounds podcast, Brett Okamoto welcomes UFC Middleweight fighter Tim Kennedy as well as striking coach Brandon Gibson.
UFC prospect Alexa Grasso ready for first Octagon walk
Alexa Grasso, a native of Guadalajara, is ready to make her UFC debut in Mexico City.
Is it weird for Tate to fight someone she coached? (0:53)
Miesha Tate: If mindset is right, Rousey defeats Nunes
Miesha Tate believes her old foe Ronda Rousey can regain her title against Amanda Nunes at UFC 207, provided the old version of Ronda shows up.
Knee injury scratches Rockhold from Souza bout
Middleweight Luke Rockhold is out of his scheduled fight against Ronaldo "Jacare" Souza after suffering an injury to his left knee.
Bellator staking future on 'Fab Five' recruiting class
Despite its reputation for signing free agents and relying on "circus fights" for ratings, Bellator MMA has made a sizable investment in five standout amateur wrestlers, including Ed Ruth.
Three cars set on fire at Pettis home in Milwaukee
Authorities are investigating after three vehicles were burned in the Milwaukee driveway of mixed martial arts fighters Anthony and Sergio Pettis.
McGregor challenges ESPN's Israel Gutierrez to a fight (0:31)
Johnson: Jones isn't relevant right now
UFC light heavyweight Anthony Johnson joins the 5ive Rounds podcast to talk about his issues with Jon Jones and preparations for his UFC 206 rematch against Daniel Cormier.
The rivalry between Ortiz and Sonnen goes back 20 years (1:33)
Reebok protest costs commentary role, Werdum says
Former heavyweight champion Fabricio Werdum said a social media protest against Reebok, the UFC's exclusive apparel provider, has cost him a commentating job.
Harrison follows Rousey from Olympics to MMA
Olympic gold medalist Kayla Harrison has signed with WSOF and will transition to MMA.
Pound-for-pound: One year from now
A rash of upsets has produced plenty of movement across ESPN.com's MMA pound-for-pound list in 2016. But how might that list change over the next 12 months?
Journey to the cage: Liam McGeary (2:39)
Jedrzejczyk chasing recipe to UFC superstardom
Joanna Jedrzejczyk's goal of retiring as an unbeaten champion hasn't changed, and the strawweight queen is hoping a dominant win at UFC 205 in New York catapults her into the mainstream.
Carwin to make return in Japan for Rizin FF
Shane Carwin will officially return to competition as part of the Rizin FF Grand Prix on Dec. 29 in Saitama, Japan.
Bisping calls out St-Pierre for UFC 206
Michael Bisping, who is coming off a unanimous decision win in his first title defense against Dan Henderson, wants to fight George St-Pierre at UFC 206 in Toronto.
Pettis-Holloway, Gagnon-Lopez added to UFC 206
Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis will take on Max Holloway, who is on a nine-fight winning streak, as the UFC adds two bouts to UFC 206 in Toronto on Dec. 10.
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Miesha Tate @MieshaTate
It's such a great feeling when you wake up light and ahead of schedule for your weight cut! I am… instagram.com/p/BMpht69jSoO/
SportsCenter @SportsCenter
Just your typical Conor McGregor pre-fight press conference #UFC205. es.pn/2eGnk18
UFC @ufc
The #UFCNYC fun doesn't stop! Checkout your Friday schedule! #UFC205 pic.twitter.com/QPiDAmTAnx
ESPN @espn
Conor McGregor didn't seem to like that Eddie Alvarez dropped a chair near him. es.pn/2g1LW9H
ESPN UK @ESPNUK
.@TheNotoriousMMA and Eddie Alvarez's press conference tonight was BRILLIANT. #UFC205 es.pn/2fG5sWO
Brett Okamoto @bokamotoESPN
Dana White on @SIRIUSXM adamantly says McGregor "knows" he has to vacate one title if he wins on Saturday.
UFC @ufc
Two high-level MW contenders throw down at #UFC205! @joerogan previews @ChrisWeidmanUFC vs @YoelRomeroMMA snpy.tv/2fFHhd0
ESPN MMA @ESPNMMA
Does McGregor have a future in basketball? No. @AminESPN Hates Hard on Conor's shooting style: espn.com/video/clip?id=…
Brian Campbell ESPN.com
The electricity was off the charts at the UFC 205 news conference, sparked by Conor McGregor's late arrival and theatrics. But it nearly escalated into chaos when he picked up a chair just feet away from opponent Eddie Alvarez and had to be restrained by security.
Brian Campbell ESPN.com
Would Conor McGregor consider challenging for the welterweight title should he defeat lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez on Saturday at UFC 205?
Brett Okamoto @bokamotoESPN
This stare down brought to you by Burlington Coat Factory. Get your mink now before the cold air hits. pic.twitter.com/yZRllNfpBu
