UFC double champions should be banned

Banned I say!

Mar 21, 2023

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Illustration of Islam Makhachev talking to Dana White. — Islam Makhachev asking Dana White about challenging for the welterweight title, by Chris Rini.

What is it about seeing a fighter defend a championship that makes us think, “Wow, that champion is good, but you know what would make them even better? A second championship.”

Is this a conversation that plays out in MMA circles? Or are UFC champions just hopin…

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