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Demian Maia Open To Grappling Match vs GSP: “He’s Incredibly Tough”

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July 11, 2026

Demian Maia isn’t ruling out a return to competition, in either grappling or the UFC. A former title contender at middleweight and welterweight, Maia last fought in the octagon in June 2021, losing a decision to future champion Belal Muhammad. At 48, he stays busy running his Jiu-Jitsu gym in Sao Paulo, doing color commentary […]

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