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What Dan Hooker wants to prove in highlight reel UFC match-up
'That’s the question people ask ... does he have that championship calibre skill level?'
Dan Hooker on his co-main UFC 313 bout
Dan Hooker speaks to the Herald ahead of his bout against Justin Gaethje on March 9. Video / Michael Craig
The Front Nine with Dan Hooker
UFC star Dan Hooker discusses his career resurgence and we find out if his vicious hook transfers onto the golf course. Video / Dean Purcell
‘Something quite unique’: Why UFC newcomer brought camp to NZ ahead of debut
'They know how to make a champion. That comes from the culture to begin with.'
Stirling makes successful UFC debut
New Zealand's newest UFC athlete looked comfortable in his debut win.
Adesanya’s UFC return confirmed for February in Saudi Arabia
It will be the first time in almost six years Adesanya has fought in a non-title bout.
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Editorial: Rieko Ioane’s response to Johnny Sexton should be celebrated
OPINION: Ioane v Sexton has added spice to the end-of-year tour clash.
NZ-trained fighter falls in TKO loss in UFC return to Paris
French fighter Kevin Jousset fell in a TKO loss to American Bryan Battle.
'The perfect fight': UFC Paris provides full-circle moment for NZ-trained prospect
'If I get the win the way I think I can win, my career is going to explode.'
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Ulberg books UFC return against first man to beat Adesanya
Carlos Ulberg’s road to UFC title contention goes through London.
'I'm not a matchmaker': UFC champ open to Kiwi's challenge - if UFC wants it
The two shared the cage in 2016, with the reigning champion winning an exhibition bout.
'Going to be king': Ulberg turns attention to UFC title run
'I'm getting better at this and I feel like the sky's the limit for me.'
Ulberg's UFC surge continues with big win
Carlos Ulberg has made his time in the UFC octagon count in 2024.
Conor McGregor breaks silence after jury finds he raped woman in hotel
Dublin civil court hearing finds MMA star ‘brutally’ assaulted Nikita Hand in 2018.
'Take what's ours': Inside the mind of Kiwi UFC star ahead of biggest test yet
Carlos Ulberg will meet eighth-ranked Volkan Oezdemir in Macau this weekend.
Kiwi UFC star Carlos Ulberg takes on biggest test of career
UFC No 10-ranked light heavyweight Carlos Ulberg speaks with NZ Herald sports report Christopher Reive ahead of his clash against Volkan Oezdemir in Macau. Video / NZ Herald
Coach condemns discharge without conviction for man involved in fatal attack on MMA fighter
Semisie Pomale appears in District Court over his role in death.
Dan Hooker confirms interest in UFC clash against Conor McGregor
The 34-year-old was name dropped for a February bout in Saudi Arabia.
NZ-trained fighter falls in TKO loss in UFC return to Paris
French fighter Kevin Jousset fell in a TKO loss to American Bryan Battle.
Kiwi looking to welcome UFC 'back to the realm of Tūmatauenga'
The Kiwi mixed martial artist will fight for a UFC contract this week.
'Hitting hard again': Kiwi heavyweight books UFC return after surgery
After a frustrating year, the Kiwi heavyweight will look to get back on track.
Taylor Swift tour producers join UFC's bid for greatest sports event ever
'I hope people will find themselves having an emotional experience.'