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Joanna Jedrzejczyk explains why she may come out of retirement for a ‘last dance’

"I was not prepared, and they were not prepared to say goodbye."

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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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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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