Michael Bisping

Michael Bisping has publicly condemned the California State Athletic Commission for withholding the fight purses of Paddy Pimblett, Max Holloway, and Gable Steveson following their celebrations at UFC 329, calling the rule a 'crime'. All three fighters scaled the Octagon after their victories on July 11, mirroring a move that previously cost Diego Lopes $2,500 after UFC 300. Bisping joins Daniel Cormier in criticising the CSAC policy, with disciplinary hearings now approaching for the trio.

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Dana White has confirmed that 'Dana White: Lookin' for a Fight', the long-running UFC scouting series that helped discover former bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, has been pushed to the backburner. Speaking at a post-event press conference, White said the show has not officially ended but is no longer a priority, citing a packed schedule that now includes an ongoing back-and-forth with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn. The Contender Series remains the UFC's primary talent-discovery vehicle, with six fighters signed following the most recent episode.

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