Mike Johnston

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WEC Forever: Cub Swanson's UFC 327 finale ends key chapter in MMA history

Mike Johnston

@MikeyJ_MMA

Mike Johnston, known as “Mikey J” around the office, is a lifelong hockey and football fan who has been at Sportsnet since 2011. Johnston writes about a wide variety of sports and, despite his peaceful demeanour, has an extensive history covering the UFC and combat sports. The 1991 Toronto Argonauts are the greatest sports team of all time, and you will not convince Johnston otherwise.

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Josh Hokit, Curtis Blaydes thrill at UFC 327; Hokit added to White House card

Josh Hokit thrilled in an instant classic at UFC 327 with Curtis Blaydes and his win was so impressive he was immediately added to the UFC's upcoming White House card.

Aaron Pico dominates Patricio Pitbull at UFC 327, Luque submits Gastelum

UFC 327's Josh Hokit goes wrestling heel, confronts Jiri Prochazka

Undefeated heavyweight prospect Josh Hokit had a memorable, albeit brief, appearance at the UFC 327 media day and even caused a brief disturbance backstage with headliner Jiri Prochazka.

UFC 327 FAQ: Why is another vacant title on the line in main event?

Another new UFC champion will be introduced this weekend at UFC 327 when fan favourite Jiri Prochazka and streaking contender Carlos Ulberg compete for the vacant light-heavyweight title in Miami.

Renato Moicano dominates teammate Chris Duncan at UFC Fight Night

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Renato Moicano looking to derail gym mate Chris Duncan at Fight Night

Lightweight submission artists Renato Moicano and Chris Duncan train out of the same gym but this weekend they will be in opposite corners as opponents in a UFC main event.

Joe Pyfer stops Israel Adesanya, Grasso sleeps Barber at UFC Seattle

Rising middleweight contender Joe Pyfer broke through with the biggest win of his career at UFC Seattle as he stopped former two-time champion Israel Adesanya within two rounds.

UFC Seattle prelims: Bahamondes bloodied by Musayev, Gibson wins big

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Israel Adesanya facing pressure at UFC Seattle ahead of Joe Pyfer fight

Israel Adesanya has always been able to stay cool and deliver in high-pressure moments throughout his combat sports career but the former middleweight champion enters UFC Seattle in unfamiliar territory.