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Big favorite Zhang Weili says she has no fear of Carla Esparza in UFC 281 title fight

She may be the challenger at UFC 281 on Saturday, but former women's strawweight champion Zhang Weili is brimming with confidence.

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After ‘bummer’ over Rose Namajunas, UFC champ Carla Esparza ‘excited to put it all on the line’ vs. Zhang Weili

Carla Esparza is hoping her title defense at UFC 281 against Zhang Weili can erase the criticism of her title win over Rose Namajunas.

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UFC 281 pre-event facts: History at stake for multiple fighters on huge card

Go inside the numbers of Saturday's stacked UFC 281 event, where multiple fighters have a chance to make history.

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UFC 281 ‘Embedded,’ No. 2: Alex Pereira’s son recalls mocking Israel Adesanya after KO loss

In the second episode of "Embedded" ahead of UFC 281 in New York, Alex Pereira's sons recall mocking Israel Adesanya after KO loss.

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UFC 281: Make your predictions for Adesanya vs. Pereira, Esparza vs. Weili title fights

We want your predictions for UFC 281 in New York with Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira and Carla Esparza vs. Zhang Weili title fights.

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UFC 281 ‘Embedded,’ No. 1: Israel Adesanya (sort of) mows down a beehive

In the first episode of "Embedded" ahead of UFC 281 in New York, Israel Adesanya sets up shop in New Jersey, Alex Pereira sets up shop in Connecticut and more.

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VIDEO: UFC 281 ‘Countdown’ for Carla Esparza vs. Zhang Weili

Watch the "Countdown" segment ahead of the anticipated UFC 281 title fight between strawweight champ Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili.

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Mick Maynard’s Shoes: What’s next for Amanda Lemos after UFC Fight Night 214 win?

See who Amanda Lemos should fight next after her victory over Marina Rodriguez in the UFC Fight Night 214 headliner.

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5 biggest takeaways from UFC Fight Night 214: Early stoppages, title shots and the meaning of records

Thoughts and analysis on the biggest storylines coming out of UFC Fight Night 214, which took place Saturday in Las Vegas.

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Amanda Lemos confident in No. 1 contender status, predicts Zhang Weili defeats Carla Esparza at UFC 281

Amanda Lemos feels she's next.

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Rose Namajunas: Hard to count out Carla Esparza, but ‘I’m definitely leaning more toward’ Zhang Weili at UFC 281

Rose Namajunas has a vested interest in the upcoming strawweight title fight at UFC 281.

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VIDEO: Whoa! Zhang Weili shows off incredible strength by lifting Francis Ngannou onto her shoulder

"I can't believe that Zhang Weili just picked me up like I wasn't 293lbs," Francis Ngannou wrote. How do you think Carla Esparza feels?

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UFC star Zhang Weili stuns 293lb Francis Ngannou by lifting him off the floor

Zhang Weili competes in the lightest weight class in the UFC, but she showed off her mind-boggling strength by picking up 293lb heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

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UFC women’s strawweight Zhang Weili picks up heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

Former champion Zhang exhibited impressive strength to lift Ngannou, who currently weighs 293lbs

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Rose Namajunas Patiently Awaits Third Crack at Strawweight Belt

Thug Rose 'would love' another shot at Carla Esparza, who she will 'be watching' next Saturday at UFC 281.

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Marina Rodriguez Believes Title Shot Comes With UFC Fight Night 214 Win

Rodriguez hopes to dispatch of Amanda Lemos and fight the winner of Carla Esparza vs. Zhang Weili at UFC 281.

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Marina Rodriguez expects UFC 281 title fight winner ‘no matter how’ she beats Amanda Lemos

Marina Rodriguez predicts a title shot between the Carla Esparza vs. Zhang Weili winner "no matter how" she wins at UFC Fight Night 214.

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Of course Mike Brown would welcome back Joanna Jedrzejczyk, but he’s ‘really content’ if she stays retired

Mike Brown believes former UFC champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk accomplished so much in her career that she doesn't need to fight again.

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Joanna Jedrzejczyk says it’s too soon for UFC Hall of Fame induction, not ready to ‘be a grandma’

Joanna Jedrzejczyk is grateful UFC president Dana White plans to put her in the UFC Hall of Fame, but she's not rushing to get enshrined.

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Can Esparza Hold UFC Gold Past Title Defense at UFC 281?

Still searching for her first victory with a championship belt in hand, the strawweight champ says she’s hungry to solidify her place atop the division.

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UFC star Joanna Jedrzejczyk could break retirement promise for ‘female BMF title fight’

Joanna Jedrzejczyk retired from fighting moments after her knockout loss at UFC 275 but the Polish fighter could make a return if a female 'BMF' title is up for grabs

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Mackenzie Dern wants interim UFC title fight vs. Zhang Weili with Carla Esparza injured

With champion Carla Esparza injured, Mackenzie Dern is "definitely interested" in an interim title fight with Zhang Weili.

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Injured champ Carla Esparza won’t rush into Zhang Weili fight: ‘I’m not making the same mistake twice’

UFC champion Carla Esparza is dealing with injuries and won't be agreeing to a fight with Zhang Weili at UFC 281 in Abu Dhabi.

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Spinning Back Clique: The Prochazka-Teixeira instant classic, Shevchenko, Jedrzejczyk, more

"Spinning Back Clique," MMA Junkie's weekly show, returns to discuss UFC 275 fallout with the Prochazka-Teixeira instant classic and more.

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Jedrzejczyk Retires Following UFC 275 Loss to Zhang

Former strawweight champion calls it a career following knockout loss in Singapore.

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