Jon Jones successfully defended his heavyweight championship by defeating former two-time champ Stipe Miocic via third-round TKO at UFC 309, showcasing his wrestling advantage and finishing Miocic with a spinning heel kick to the liver. In the co-main event, Charles Oliveira outpointed Michael Chandler over five rounds to secure his place in line for the next shot at the lightweight title, displaying his grappling prowess and surviving a late onslaught from Chandler to hang on for the win. Additionally, on the preliminary portion of the event, Bronx native Ramiz Brahimaj knocked out Mickey Gall in the first round of their welterweight clash, while Jim Miller secured a first-round victory with a guillotine choke in his record-extending 45th appearance for the promotion.
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North Carolina's NCAA Tournament bid leads to social media backlash: 'How did this even happen?'
The 2025 NCAA Tournament men’s basketball bracket caused controversy when the North Carolina Tar Heels were selected as a "First Four" team against San Diego State for the No. 11 seed in the South Region, with social media backlash questioning their inclusion despite a 1-12 record in Quadrant 1 games. UNC Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham defended the decision, citing the selection committee's process and recusal policies. While some argued for UNC's recent performance and tough...
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