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Internet calls Manel Kape's UFC Fight Night win into question over uncalled eye pokes
The replay of Manel Kape's eye poke to Asu Almabayev is making its way across social media in the aftermath of the UFC Vegas 103 main event.
UFC Fight Night 253's Manel Kape calls for Alexandre Pantoja rematch, says flyweight needs him as champion
Manel Kape believes the UFC flyweight division is in need of him as champion following his TKO win at UFC Fight Night 253.
UFC Fight Night 253: Kape vs. Almabayev odds, picks and predictions
Analyzing Saturday’s UFC Fight Night 253 odds between Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev, with MMA picks and predictions.
UFC Fight Night live results & highlights for Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev
MMA Knockout has you covered with live results and highlights from all the action at UFC Fight Night: Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev.
Mick Maynard's Shoes: What's next for Manel Kape after UFC Fight Night 253 win?
What does the future hold for UFC Fight Night 253 main event winner Manel Kape? We attempt to play matchmaker.
UFC Vegas 103 Results: Manel Kape Vs. Asu Almabayev
We look at the results, reactions, video highlights and more from the UFC Vegas 103 main event: Manel Kape Vs. Asu Almabayev, which took place on Saturday, March 1.
UFC Fight Night full card picks & predictions for Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev
The UFC is back in Las Vegas this weekend for another Fight Night event, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for the entire 10-fight card.
UFC Fight Night predictions: Full prelim, main card picks for Kape-Almabayev
Kape is perhaps the best athlete in the Flyweight division, with striking his strong suit and takedowns what he is looking to avoid. Kape defends takedowns at a 77 percent clip, the eighth-best figure in UFC history, while Almabayev will certainly attempt to push the pace with his cardio and tire out his opponent.
After his win at UFC Vegas 103, is a title shot next for Manel Kape?
This past Saturday in the main event of UFC Vegas 103, we saw a big time matchup in the flyweight division. Manel Kape (21-7) was looking to continue his run towards a title shot as he took on Asu Almabayev (21-3) who entered Saturday night with a 17-fight win streak.
Opening bout for Kape vs. Almabayev UFC Fight Night scrapped on weigh-in day
This Saturday’s UFC Fight Night card lost its opening matchup before the event’s weigh-ins even got underway. Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev Headline UFC Vegas 103 Taking place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas,
Video: Should Manel Kape get next UFC flyweight title shot vs. Alexandre Pantoja?
Manel Kape called for a title shot following his latest win. Should UFC grant it? We discuss on “Spinning Back Clique.”
4 Fights We Need to See After UFC Fight Night 253
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UFC Fight Night odds, predictions, time, card this week: Kape vs. Almabayev picks, bets from proven MMA expert
SportsLine's Daniel Vithlani reveals his picks for the UFC Fight Night: Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev fight card from the UFC ...