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Pereira to defend light heavyweight belt against Ankalaev with grander visions beyond UFC 313

Alex Pereira could continue his climb toward becoming the UFC's primary star when he faces top-ranked challenger Magomed Anklalaev in UFC 313 on Saturday

MARCH 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Dan Hooker calls out Arman Tsarukyan for International Fight Week at UFC 317 Dan Hooker wants to settle things with Arman Tsarukyan at International Fight Week.

MARCH 6, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Justin Gaethje could leapfrog Ilia Topuria into lightweight title contention, says ex-UFC champ: "Khabib said he needs to fight the No.1 contender" Justin Gaethje is set to face Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313 on March 8, following Dan Hooker's withdrawal from the fight due to an injury.

MARCH 6, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Deadspin | Dan Hooker undergoes hand surgery after UFC 313 withdrawal Deadspin | Dan Hooker undergoes hand surgery after UFC 313 withdrawal

MARCH 3, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Photo: Dan Hooker undergoes hand surgery after UFC 313 withdrawal Dan Hooker’s hand injury that forced him out of UFC 313 vs. Justin Gaethje has required surgery.

MARCH 3, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Justin Gaethje praises new UFC 313 opponent for stepping up, lists fighters who declined | Sporting News Justin Gaethje nonetheless understands why other top lightweight contenders could not accept the short notice chance after Dan Hooker pulled...

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

UFC's Claudio Puelles explains how loss to Dan Hooker put him in a 'ready to die' mentality Claudio Puelles reflects on his loss to Dan Hooker ahead of his return at UFC Mexico.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC's Dan Hooker: If Beneil Dariush 'wants to see if he's still got it, well, I can check' If Beneil Dariush wants to know where he stands in the UFC lightweight division, Dan Hooker is happy to help him find out.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Hooker would love to be backup fighter for Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler Dan Hooker would love a first-time fight with Conor McGregor or a rematch with Michael Chandler.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Bobby Green disappointed it's not Dan Hooker, but hopes Jalin Turner will help turn in a class at UFC Austin Bobby Green sees Jalin Turner as just as exciting of a matchup as his original at UFC Austin: Dan Hooker.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dan Hooker undergoes surgery for broken arm: 'Just a scratch baby, can't wait to scrap again' UFC lightweight Dan Hooker is already looking forward to his return to action following surgery on his arm.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jalin Turner replaces Dan Hooker, meets Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52 Jalin Turner will make the save for the UFC on ESPN 52 co-main event, as he will replace the injured Dan Hooker against Bobby Green.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dan Hooker blames himself for broken arm that forced UFC on ESPN 52 withdrawal Dan Hooker says he “took a risk” by trying to fight so soon at UFC on ESPN 52, and the decision backfired on him.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Hooker injured, out of fight vs. Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52 Dan Hooker is out of his fight against Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM

Dan Hooker injured, out of fight vs. Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52 Dan Hooker is out of his fight against Bobby Green at UFC on ESPN 52.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dan Hooker respects 'real fighter' Bobby Green more than 99.9 percent of other fighters Dan Hooker thinks Bobby Green is one of the few real fighters left in the sport.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC Austin official with Beneil Dariush vs. Arman Tsarukyan, Dan Hooker vs. Bobby Green as 5-round fights The UFC is officially headed back to Austin, Texas and its bringing two five-round fights to top the card.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dan Hooker: If Mateusz Gamrot doesn't want it, 'me and Bobby Green mix it up' Dan Hooker’s first choice is Mateusz Gamrot, but welcomes Bobby Green if he doesn’t get his preference.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Bobby Green now 'in sniper range' of UFC title, eyes Dan Hooker fight in December After a 33-second main event knockout win, Bobby Green feels he can go get the UFC lightweight title if he wants.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

UFC's Dan Hooker grateful for 'humble pie' he received from Dustin Poirier in 2020 Dan Hooker’s memorable war with Dustin Poirier had a huge impact on his UFC career.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dan Hooker reveals doctor's clearance for broken arm, targets next UFC booking Nearly 11 weeks after his epic Fight of the Night with Jalin Turner at UFC 290, Dan Hooker is ready to look forward to his next fight.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

UFC's Grant Dawson doesn't see unranked Bobby Green as step back, eyes Dan Hooker with win Bobby Green might be unranked, but Grant Dawson still views him as a dangerous opponent at UFC Fight Night 229.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dan Hooker wants big name that will 'tickle the fans' balls' after UFC 290 win over Jalin Turner Dan Hooker emerged victorious at UFC 290 and would like to be rewarded accordingly with a huge fight on home soil.

JULY 12, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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Pereira to defend light heavyweight belt against Ankalaev with grander visions beyond UFC 313