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UFC 281 breakdown: Can the favored Zhang Weili recapture the title from Carla Esparza?

MMA Junkie fight analyst Dan Tom takes a closer look at the UFC 281 co-main event title fight between Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili.

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UFC 281 ‘Embedded,’ No. 5: Behind the scenes atop the Empire State Building

In the fifth episode of "Embedded" ahead of UFC 281 in New York, go behind the scenes at the press conference and a special photo shoot.

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UFC 281 predictions: Who are we picking in the two title fights in New York?

Check out our staff members' picks for the UFC 281 main card, featuring Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira and Carla Esparza vs. Zhang Weili.

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UFC 281 video: Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili make weight for strawweight title clash

There were no issues on the scale for Carla Esparza and Zhang Weili ahead of their UFC 281 co-headliner.

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Alex Pereira Unafraid to Take MSG Stage, Israel Adesanya’s Title at UFC 281

Saturday’s stacked card is sure to deliver heavy blows and leave plenty to chew on by the end of the night.

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UFC 281 weigh-in results: Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira avoids issue in dramatic fashion; two others miss weight

Check out results from the official UFC 281 weigh-ins in New York, where Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira made weight with a little drama.

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A World of Possibilities Awaits Dustin Poirier at UFC 281

The former interim lightweight champ knows a win Saturday against Michael Chandler opens options to challenge for the division belt.

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Video: Does Carla Esparza have a shot at defending the title against Zhang Weili at UFC 281?

Our "Spinning Back Clique" discusses the chances of Carla Esparza retaining the strawweight title at UFC 281.

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Photos: UFC 281 press conference, faceoffs

Check out these photos highlighting the UFC 281 press conference in New York.

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UFC 281 faceoff: Zhang Weili hears chants from crowd during staredown with Carla Esparza

Reigning champion Carla Esparza and former champ Zhang Weili had their first UFC 281 faceoff at the pre-fight press conference.

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Carla Esparza on Zhang Weili before UFC 281: ‘It doesn’t really matter what she thinks or fears’

Being doubted is nothing new for UFC champ Carla Esparza, who is feeling confident as an underdog against Zhang Weili.

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UFC 281 ‘Embedded,’ No. 3: ‘Meatball’ Molly McCann arrives and does some autograph work

In the third episode of "Embedded" ahead of UFC 281 in New York, Molly McCann and others arrive to get their fight weeks started.

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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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The Independent UK

UFC 281 card: Adesanya vs Pereira tops bill after Poirier vs Chandler clash

Meanwhile, Weili Zhang will look to regain the strawweight title against Carla Esparza

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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.

The Independent UK

UFC 281 time: When does Adesanya vs Pereira start in UK and US this weekend?

Adesanya defends the middleweight belt in the main event, after Weili Zhang looks to regain strawweight gold and Dustin Poirier clashes with Michael Chandler

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UFC 281 live stream: How to watch Adesanya vs Pereira online and on TV this weekend

Adesanya defends the middleweight belt in the main event, after Weili Zhang looks to regain strawweight gold and Dustin Poirier clashes with Michael Chandler

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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

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