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UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento dies aged 34 after apparent heart attack

UFC says Nascimento died in his sleep Brazilian flyweight was 34 years old Last fought in split-decision loss in June UFC fighter Allan Nascimento has been found dead at home at the age of 34, the organisation has announced. The Brazilian flyweight was pronounced dead after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep. Continue reading...

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UFC's Nascimento, 34, dies after apparent heart attack

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MMA fighter Allan Nascimento dies at the age of 34, says the sport's leading promotion the UFC.

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Guardian Published 4 August 2026

UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento dies aged 34 after apparent heart attack

Daily Mail Published 4 August 2026

UFC fighter, 34, found dead after 'apparent heart attack' in his sleep

UFC's Nascimento, 34, dies after apparent heart attack

BBC Published 3 August 2026

UFC's Nascimento, 34, dies after apparent heart attack

MMA fighter Allan Nascimento dies at the age of 34, says the sport's leading promotion the UFC.

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