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UFC Showdown in Saudi Arabia: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov and Trump's Migrant League Proposal

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Exciting UFC action in Saudi Arabia and Trump's surprising migrant league proposal!

The UFC made a historic debut in Saudi Arabia with the intense battle between Whittaker and Aliskerov captivating fans at the Kingdom Arena. Amidst the thrilling fights, late-notice replacements added unexpected twists, showcasing the fighters' resilience. Predictions and odds heated up the atmosphere as fans eagerly anticipated the showdown. Additionally, former President Trump sparked controversy by suggesting a 'Migrant League of Fighters' during a speech, raising eyebrows and creating buzz in the MMA world.

In the high-octane UFC event, Whittaker and Aliskerov's clash left fans on the edge of their seats, delivering a spectacle that will be remembered. The event marked a significant milestone for UFC's expansion into new territories, setting the stage for more international showdowns. Meanwhile, Trump's proposal of a migrant fighting league drew mixed reactions, highlighting the intersection of politics and sports and fueling debates across social media platforms.

The UFC's venture into Saudi Arabia showcased the global appeal of MMA, bringing together fighters and fans from diverse backgrounds under one roof. Whittaker's victory and Aliskerov's resilience added to the event's drama, solidifying their places in UFC history. On the other hand, Trump's unconventional idea of a migrant league in the UFC context raised questions about inclusivity and representation in competitive sports.

As UFC continues to make waves globally, the Whittaker vs. Aliskerov showdown in Saudi Arabia stands out as a memorable chapter in the organization's history. Trump's suggestion, although met with skepticism, sparked discussions about the boundaries between politics and sports, leaving the MMA community buzzing with anticipation for what the future holds.

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Official Scorecards | UFC Saudi Arabia (The Official Website of the Ultimate Fighting Championship)

See How The Judges Scored Every Round Of UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs Aliskerov, Live From Kingdom Arena In Saudi Arabia.

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UFC on ABC 6 play-by-play, live results (Yahoo Sports)

Check out live play-by-play and official results from UFC on ABC 6 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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UFC Saudi Arabia Results: Winners And Losers From Whittaker Vs ... (Forbes)

UFC Saudi Arabia Results: Everything you need to know about tonight's Whitaker vs. Aliskerov fight card - full fight card results, winners, losers, ...

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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov Live Stream Free (Watch ... (Sports Illustrated)

Late-notice replacements have saved a card littered by withdrawals, as No. 3 middleweight Robert Whittaker welcomes Ikram Aliskerov to the middleweight rankings ...

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UFC Saudi Arabia: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov predictions, odds: MMA ... (CBSSports.com)

Daniel Vithlani reveals his UFC Fight Night picks and prop bets for the Ikram Aliskerov vs. Robert Whittaker fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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UFC Tips: 10/1 shout among our UFC Saudi Arabia predictions (Paddy Power News)

UFC Tips: A 10/1 shout tops our UFC Fight Night Saudi Arabia Betting Predictions, headed by Whittaker v Aliskerov on June 22nd.

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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov official results (Sportsnet.ca)

The UFC is in Saudi Arabia for the first time with former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker welcoming Ikram Aliskerov to the top tier of the 185-pound ...

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Prelim Results | UFC Saudi Arabia (The Official Website of the Ultimate Fighting Championship)

See The Fight Results, Watch Post-Fight Interviews With The Prelims Winners And More From UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs Aliskerov, Live From Kingdom Arena ...

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UFC Saudi Arabia LIVE - Robert Whittaker faces off against Ikram ... (Eurosport.com)

Follow round-by-round updates of the UFC Fight Night from the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

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The Real Winners and Losers from UFC on ABC 6 (Bleacher Report)

The UFC is going international...again. It's a trans-Atlantic trip to the Saudi Arabian desert this time around for the mixed martial arts conglomerate, ...

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Trump floats UFC-style migrant league amid border crisis (Politico)

At the Faith & Freedom Coalition gathering in Washington, D.C., Trump called migrants “tough people” who could beat the country's best fighters.

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Trump Proposes 'Migrant League Of Fighters' For UFC And Calls ... (Forbes)

Former President Donald Trump also called migrants “bad,” “nasty” and “mean,” echoing his controversial past efforts to demonize them.

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Trump says he suggested setting up a migrant fighting league to ... (The Independent)

Former president made comment in speech to conservative Christian group Faith & Freedom coalition at annual policy conference.

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UFC Saudi Arabia Results: Bonus Winners, Highlights And Scorecards (Forbes)

The UFC's first event in Saudi Arabia featured a few memorable stoppage wins. Robert Whittaker shined in the main event earning one of the four performance ...

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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov Live Fight Coverage - ESPN (ESPN FC)

Get the live coverage of UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Aliskerov from Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on June 22, 2024 on ESPN, including the main card and ...

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Main Card Results | UFC Saudi Arabia (The Official Website of the Ultimate Fighting Championship)

See The Fight Results, Watch Post-Fight Interviews With The Main Card Winners And More From UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs Aliskerov, Live From Kingdom Arena ...

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Whittaker KOs rival in 109 seconds as Aussie 'monster' makes bold ... (Fox Sports)

Whittaker KOs rival in 109 seconds as Aussie 'monster' makes bold UFC Perth call.

Robert Whittaker defeats Ikram Aliskerov at UFC Fight Night (ABC News)

The UFC replaced Chimaev with Aliskerov, a very talented up-and-comer who had only fought twice in the UFC. It became an all risk, no reward situation for ...

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Conor McGregor offers timeline for UFC return – but there is a problem (The Independent)

McGregor was due to return on 29 June after a three-year absence from the Octagon, only to suffer a broken toe and withdraw from UFC 303.

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Conor McGregor opens up about injury and rescheduled UFC bout ... (Irish Star)

Conor McGregor made a surprise appearance at the 3Arena on Saturday night and spoke publicly for the first time about his withdrawal from UFC 303.

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Conor McGregor reveals ideal timeline for return after UFC 303 ... (Yahoo Sports)

Conor McGregor says the toe injury that forced him out of UFC 303 is no joke, but has his eyes on a two-month range for his return.

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Conor McGregor says he has 'new date' for UFC return as Ilia ... (Eurosport.com)

Meanwhile, current UFC Featherweight champion Ilia Topuria is among those to have questioned McGregor's actions, describing him as "mentally broken".

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Indonesian Cleric Declares UFC Haram and Demands Ban on US ... (Jakarta Globe)

Jakarta. An Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) official announced on Sunday that the US mixed martial arts show Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is haram ...

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UFC on ABC 6 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Ikram ... (Yahoo Sports)

UFC on ABC 6 fighters took home UFC Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay, a program that continued after the UFC's deal with Venum.

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