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Alex Pereira has taken to social media to mock Ciryl Gane's credentials as the UFC heavyweight champion following Tom Aspinall's recent title vacation due to ongoing medical issues. Gane is expected…
Aljamain Sterling is proposing a bout with Jean Silva to determine the next featherweight title challenger for the UFC, believing the winner should face Alexander Volkanovski or Movsar Evloev down…
Ilia Topuria has received medical clearance to resume full training following his loss of the UFC lightweight title to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 three months ago.
Robelis Despaigne is preparing for his UFC return after spending time outside the promotion developing his game.
Paulo Costa is calling out the UFC for recognition of his extensive drug-testing history.
Tyron Woodley has opened up about the severe emotional toll of losing his UFC welterweight title to Kamaru Usman in 2019, describing a period of depression that followed the one-sided defeat.
The vacant UFC heavyweight title could be the catalyst to bring Jon Jones out of retirement, according to his training partner Gable Steveson.
Gilbert Burns believes Khamzat Chimaev's frequent changes in coaching and training camps could be undermining his path to UFC greatness.
Muhammad Mokaev has turned down a UFC BJJ title opportunity against Mikey Musumeci, citing the promotion's unwillingness to tie the grappling bout to a full return to the MMA roster.
Arman Tsarukyan has dismissed Ilia Topuria's claims about Justin Gaethje's gloves following the champion's shocking defeat at UFC Freedom 250 in June.
Arman Tsarukyan has dismissed concerns about Mauricio Ruffy's elite training camp ahead of their UFC 331 co-main event showdown in Los Angeles this Saturday.

Gable Steveson has confirmed that Jon Jones is seriously considering a return to the UFC after Tom Aspinall vacated the heavyweight title due to injury.

Ilia Topuria has been medically cleared to return to competition following his loss to Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House event, the featherweight contender announced via social media.

Alex Pereira has taken to social media to express his dismissal of Ciryl Gane's new status as undisputed UFC heavyweight champion.

UFC 331 media day will take place Wednesday afternoon, featuring fighters from the card headlined by flyweight champion Joshua Van defending his title against former champion Alexandre Pantoja.

Aljamain Sterling is pushing for a December title eliminator against Jean Silva to determine the next featherweight challenger, arguing the timing makes tactical sense for everyone involved. Silva…

The UFC 332 card heading to Salt Lake City on October 3 has faced considerable online criticism since its announcement, but former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo is defending the event's…

Joshua Van headlines UFC 331 on Saturday in a rematch against Alexandre Pantoja, seeking to cement his status as a future pillar of the UFC and silence lingering doubts about his championship…

Demetrious Johnson is doubtful that UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall will ever fight again, citing the severity of eye injuries that forced Aspinall to vacate his title this week. Aspinall has…

Alexander Volkanovski recently faced off against Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jordan Mailata in a series of exhibition-style mixed martial arts challenges.
Promoter Scott Coker has unveiled Ki MMA, an ambitious new fighting promotion set to launch in 2027, during a New York press conference.
Alexandre Pantoja has made clear that he intends to let his fighting do the talking ahead of his UFC 331 flyweight title rematch against champion Joshua Van on September 19 at Crypto.com Arena in Los…
Both Alexandre Pantoja and Joshua Van have expressed confidence in their ability to finish their UFC 331 flyweight title rematch, with each fighter and their camps identifying specific weaknesses to…
Anderson Franca, a renowned muay thai coach at American Top Team, has outlined why Arman Tsarukyan represents a significant stylistic problem for Mauricio Ruffy ahead of their co-main event clash at…
Demetrious Johnson has cast serious doubt on Tom Aspinall's ability to return to the UFC Octagon, citing the severity and long-term implications of the heavyweight champion's eye injuries. Aspinall…
Michael Page believes the UFC mishandled his exit from the promotion after his contract expired, denying him the respect afforded to most fighters despite a strong finishing stretch in the…
Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones have escalated a public feud over their respective legacies in the UFC, trading barbs on social media about achievements, rule violations, and credibility.
Jon Jones has publicly criticized Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the UFC heavyweight title following his title defense against Ciryl Gane, which ended in a no-contest due to repeated eye pokes in the first round.
The Contender Series Season 10, Week 6 delivered fireworks on Tuesday night, with four fighters earning UFC contracts after dominant performances.

Former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski recently showcased his striking and grappling prowess against an unusual opponent: Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jordan Mailata, a…

Nate Diaz took aim at Ilia Topuria during an appearance at the unveiling of Scott Coker's Ki MMA venture, calling the former UFC two-division champion a "punching bag" following his loss to Justin…

Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones engaged in a social media exchange over GOAT (greatest of all time) credentials, with Makhachev challenging the validity of Jones' winning streak due to his past doping…

Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the UFC heavyweight title due to ongoing recovery from eye injuries sustained in his 2025 fight against Ciryl Gane has left the division in uncertain territory,…

Scott Coker and Peter Y. Levin have officially unveiled Ki MMA, a new global mixed martial arts promotion set to launch in the first quarter of 2027. The organization will operate across four…
Tom Aspinall has vacated the UFC heavyweight title due to ongoing complications from an eye injury sustained nearly a year ago, a decision announced via Instagram that prioritizes the division's…
The UFC will award a special $50,000 "proper chaos bonus" at UFC 331 in Los Angeles on September 19, Dana White announced via Instagram.
With Tom Aspinall vacating the UFC heavyweight championship due to ongoing eye complications that have prevented his medical clearance to compete, Josh Hokit has immediately staked his claim to face…
Mauricio Ruffy faces Arman Tsarukyan in the co-headliner of UFC 331 as a significant underdog, but his coaching team is bullish on his chances to pull off an upset.
Scott Coker, the veteran promoter who built Strikeforce and later ran Bellator MMA, has announced his return to MMA with a new organization called Ki MMA (pronounced "Key MMA").

Scott Coker is set to unveil details of his new mixed martial arts promotion at a press conference scheduled for Monday evening at 6 p.m.

Jean Silva secured a submission victory over late-notice replacement Jose Miguel Delgado at Noche UFC, bolstering his position as a legitimate featherweight title contender.

Josh Hokit has made his case for a UFC heavyweight title shot following Tom Aspinall's decision to vacate the belt.

Islam Makhachev has ranked the top welterweight contenders and offered his assessment of the division's future following his narrow decision victory over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 300 in August.

Tom Aspinall has vacated the UFC heavyweight championship due to ongoing eye injuries that have prevented him from obtaining medical clearance to compete.

Khamzat Chimaev has indicated he may take a break from the UFC if the promotion fails to book him a fight by the end of 2026.
Conor McGregor is progressing through recovery following ACL surgery after his UFC return ended in injury.
Tom Aspinall's status as UFC heavyweight champion faces potential scrutiny as Dana White indicated the promotion will address the title situation amid the champion's extended absence.
Sean O'Malley experienced an unexpected confrontation with a heckling fan while cornering teammate Tommy McMillen at Noche UFC 4, marking the former bantamweight champion's first time working in a…
Streamer Mikyle Rafiq, known online as N3on, claims he will corner Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 331 on September 19 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, alongside UFC Hall of Famer Khamzat Chimaev, when…
Khamzat Chimaev believes Arman Tsarukyan will dominate Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 on September 19 in Los Angeles, citing a significant gap in wrestling and grappling that should prove decisive if…
UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van recently met featherweight titleholder Alexander Volkanovski in Washington, D.C., and the encounter left a lasting impression on the younger champion.
Khamzat Chimaev is pushing for a fight before the end of 2024, but warns he'll step back to address accumulated injuries if the UFC doesn't book him by December. Chimaev's comeback has stalled since…

Jean Silva earned redemption at Noche UFC this past Saturday, stopping Jose Miguel Delgado in the main event in Glendale, Arizona—but the victory held special meaning for reasons beyond the scoreline.

Arman Tsarukyan faces a critical crossroads at UFC 331 on September 19, where a loss to Mauricio Ruffy in the co-main event could effectively end his title-shot hopes at lightweight.

Ian Machado Garry's head coach Diego Lima has pushed back against widespread criticism of his fighter's performance at UFC 330 in August, where Garry lost a decision to Islam Makhachev in a welterweight title bout.

Henry Cejudo believes Tom Aspinall should lose his heavyweight title if he cannot return to competition soon.

Conor McGregor has vowed retribution against Max Holloway following their disastrous UFC 329 rematch this past summer, during which McGregor suffered a catastrophic knee injury just 69 seconds into the fight.

Dana White has made clear his personal animosity toward Francis Ngannou, revealing that the former UFC heavyweight champion ranks among the fighters he most wanted to see lose.

Jean Silva seeks redemption at Noche UFC on Saturday after a knockout loss to Diego Lopes at last year's Mexican Independence Day event—a result that launched Lopes toward a title shot with Alexander Volkanovski.

Newly released bodycam footage from UFC legend Dustin Poirier's June 21 arrest at Atlanta International Airport reveals an extended sequence of the former interim lightweight champion's detention…

Regina Tarin is open to exploring WWE opportunities in the future, potentially alongside her UFC career, though mixed martial arts remains her immediate priority.

Combat sports fans face a doubleheader this Saturday as TKO celebrates Mexican Independence Day with simultaneous events: Noche UFC in Glendale, Arizona, and boxing's Ryan Garcia versus Conor Benn…

Islam Makhachev hopes to return to championship action in early 2027, pending recovery from minor spinal issues and the UFC's scheduling.

Francis Ngannou has fired back at UFC CEO Dana White's recent verbal attack, asserting that White "has to take that loss" following their long-running dispute over the heavyweight champion's 2023…

Dana White has made clear that Francis Ngannou will not be returning to the UFC, citing character concerns as the reason for closing the door on any potential reconciliation.

Islam Makhachev has questioned whether Shavkat Rakhmonov deserves an immediate welterweight title shot, citing the undefeated Kazakh's ongoing injury recovery.
Phil Baroni, the bombastic fighter known as the "New York Bad Ass," rose to prominence during mixed martial arts' formative era as a UFC knockout artist.
Jean Silva will headline Noche UFC 4 against Jose Delgado on September 12 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Brandon Moreno is focusing on mental fortitude as he attempts to reverse course following back-to-back losses.
Unbeaten featherweight prospect Marwan Rahiki has issued a stark prediction ahead of his September 12 clash with fellow undefeated competitor Tommy McMillen at Noche UFC 4 in Glendale, Arizona: a…
Jake Paul and Logan Paul are launching a new unscripted combat sports competition series for Hulu and ESPN, set to begin production in 2027.
UFC President Dana White has confirmed that Ilia Topuria is eager to return to competition following his first professional defeat at UFC Freedom 250 earlier this year.
Undefeated featherweight Rajabali Shaidullaev has secured a two-year deal with PFL/MVP ahead of the promotion's rebranding in 2027, according to reports from Ariel Helwani.
Former UFC lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez has warned against an immediate rematch between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, arguing that the former champion should not receive another title shot…
Justin Gaethje, the current UFC lightweight champion, took to the podium at the 2026 Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas to urge Republican voters to turnout for the upcoming elections with the…
Sean Strickland has publicly criticized Justin Gaethje's continued support for President Trump and the Republican Party, questioning how the UFC lightweight champion can maintain his allegiance given…
Dana White stepped in to separate Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn after tensions boiled over during a heated faceoff in Las Vegas ahead of their WBC welterweight title fight. Following a contentious…

Undefeated featherweight Razhabali Shaidulloev has signed a two-year deal with MVP MMA, becoming the first fighter to commit to the promotion since its merger with the PFL.

Ilia Topuria is signaling his readiness to return to competition following his first professional loss at the UFC White House event in June, when his corner stopped the fight against Justin Gaethje after the fourth round.

Jake Paul and Logan Paul are launching a new fight competition reality series for Hulu and ESPN, with production slated to begin in 2027.

Justin Gaethje, the newly crowned undisputed UFC lightweight champion, has weighed in on Arman Tsarukyan's title shot situation, and his take challenges the official narrative.

Tommy McMillen is so confident in his featherweight prospects that he's volunteering to step in as a backup fighter for Alexander Volkanovski's upcoming title defense against Movsar Evloev at UFC 333…

King Green has leveled serious allegations against Islam Makhachev and other top UFC fighters, claiming he felt a noticeable difference when grappling with the lightweight champion compared to other…
Alexandre Pantoja has reframed his shocking injury loss to Joshua Van as a turning point that has sharpened his focus ahead of their rematch at UFC 331. Pantoja's UFC flyweight title reign ended…
Michael Page's UFC tenure has ended after the promotion declined to re-sign the English striker following his final contracted bout at UFC Paris. Page defeated Nursulton Ruziboev via unanimous…
Heavyweight contender Waldo Cortes-Acosta has questioned whether Tom Aspinall deserves to be considered the UFC heavyweight champion, accusing the Englishman of avoiding a rematch with interim title holder Ciryl Gane.
Michael Page's six-fight UFC contract concluded with a unanimous-decision victory over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris on September 5, ending his tenure with a 5-1 record but no championship opportunity in sight.
Justin Gaethje has cast doubt on Arman Tsarukyan's withdrawal from a UFC lightweight title shot against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 in January 2025, suggesting the pullout was rooted in weight-cutting…
Justin Gaethje has come a long way from the days of scraping by on fight purses, but his early career struggles left a lasting impression that shaped how he views money today. When Gaethje made his…
Kurtis Campbell, the UFC featherweight known as "The Pink Panther," fights with a significant visual disadvantage: severe myopia that renders his opponents blurry until they close distance in the Octagon.
Tommy McMillen and Marwan Rahiki, two undefeated featherweight prospects set to clash in the featured bout of Noche UFC on Saturday in Glendale, Arizona, nearly came to blows three days early at the…

Roberto Satoshi, a former RIZIN lightweight champion, is enthusiastic about the Japanese promotion's partnership with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and MVP MMA, viewing it as a gateway to…

Jean Silva is eyeing the UFC featherweight title and believes a victory over short-notice opponent Jose Delgado at Noche UFC this Saturday in Glendale, Arizona, will cement his position as the next challenger.

Jake Paul has publicly expressed interest in signing Michael Page following the fighter's departure from the UFC.

Brendan Schaub launched a scathing critique of UFC 332's headliner, calling it the worst main event in mixed martial arts history.

Jose Delgado is locked in mentally for his maiden UFC main event against Jean Silva at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship president Dave Feldman has expressed interest in welcoming Michael "Venom" Page back to the promotion following the Englishman's UFC departure.
Noche UFC 4 takes place on September 12 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, featuring former champions and a strong contingent of Mexican fighters headlined by Jean Silva versus Jose Delgado.
Tyson Fury has shifted his focus to a potential trilogy with Oleksandr Usyk after negotiations for an Anthony Joshua showdown stalled.
Robert Whittaker has acknowledged that Michael Page's fighting style—marked by precision point-scoring and defensive evasion—makes for difficult viewing despite the Englishman's technical excellence.
Former UFC veteran Diego Sanchez was arrested in Socorro County, New Mexico, on September 7 on charges of aggravated driving while intoxicated and probation violation, marking another legal setback…
Dana White insists that the Jai Opetaia versus Noel Mikaelian cruiserweight unification bout will proceed as scheduled on September 12 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, despite a cease-and-desist…
Michael "Venom" Page's time with the UFC has come to an end. The British fighter competed in his final bout on contract at UFC Paris last Saturday, earning a unanimous decision victory over Nursulton…

Christian Natividad made the most of a short-notice opportunity on Dana White's Contender Series, earning a UFC contract with a stunning 70-second knockout at Week 5 of DWCS 2026.
Jean Silva considers his only UFC defeat to be his favorite fight of his career. The Brazilian featherweight lost to Diego Lopes at Noche UFC 3 in September last year, when Lopes dropped him with a…
Super Rizin 5 takes place September 9 at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, Japan, with the card beginning at 12 a.m.
Apollo Gomes is preparing for his Dana White's Contender Series debut on Tuesday in Las Vegas, where he faces Won Il Kwon in a bantamweight matchup.

Ian Machado Garry has identified his next opponent: undefeated welterweight Michael Morales.

Retired UFC fighter Diego Sanchez has been arrested on drunk driving charges in Socorro County, New Mexico, and spent the night in jail following his Monday arrest.

Robert Whittaker has expressed frustration with Michael "Venom" Page's fighting style following Page's decision victory over Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris, admitting he struggled to watch the bout live.

Rising UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit launched a pointed social-media assault on former two-division champion Alex Pereira after the latter campaigned for a rematch with Ciryl Gane for the interim…

Retired UFC welterweight Matt Brown has raised serious concerns about a potential immediate rematch between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, warning that rushing the former champion back into the…

Salahdine Parnasse announced himself as a major UFC lightweight contender with a dominant first-round victory over veteran Dan Hooker at UFC Paris last Saturday, and according to former champion…

Chris Weidman, the former UFC middleweight champion, is set to make his commentary debut at Dana White's Contender Series Season 10, Week 5, on September 8 at Meta Apex in Las Vegas.
Michael Page's future with the UFC is in question after he was suddenly removed from the promotion's rankings eligibility, despite winning his most recent bout.
Ian Garry has outlined his path back to a UFC welterweight title shot, naming unbeaten Michael Morales as the only opponent that makes sense for him at this stage of his career. Garry lost his…
Colby Covington has not fully retired from mixed martial arts, though he exited the UFC following a 2024 loss to Joaquin Buckley.
Daniil Donchenko called out Daniel Rodriguez after securing a unanimous decision victory over Punahele Soriano on the main card of UFC Paris.
Alex Pereira is campaigning for a rematch with Ciryl Gane following their controversial interim heavyweight title fight at UFC Freedom 250 in June at the White House.
Khamzat Chimaev remains committed to his wrestling-heavy fighting style despite the recent knockout loss suffered by Umar Nurmagomedov.
Michael Page has completed his UFC contract following a lackluster performance against Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris, and the English striker now faces an uncertain future with the promotion unlikely to re-sign him.
Alex Pereira's demand for an immediate rematch against heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane has drawn sharp criticism from contender Josh Hokit, who argues the former two-division UFC titleholder has not…
Kai Asakura is making the case for a significant step up in competition at bantamweight, arguing that his resume warrants a matchup against a top-ranked contender in the UFC.
Salahdine Parnasse announced his arrival in the UFC with a devastating first-round finish of Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Paris, a performance delivered in front of his home crowd that…

Paddy Pimblett is ready to face any elite lightweight contender as he charts his path back toward championship contention.

Former UFC two-division champion Alex Pereira is eager to return to competition and has made clear his next target: a rematch with Ciryl Gane.

Valentina Shevchenko, one of the most dominant champions in UFC history, has vacated her flyweight title due to a significant back and shoulder injury that will sideline her for approximately a…

A columnist has outlined a proposal to combat UFC oversaturation by creating four annual "MMAjors"—signature events that would carry special prestige and draw casual fans, similar to golf's four majors.

UFC veteran Kevin Holland has criticized fighters for publicly complaining about referees, arguing that such complaints distract from the sport and ignore the difficult job officials perform.

Former UFC title challenger Marlon Moraes has transitioned into law enforcement in South Florida, and a recent traffic stop showcased his combat experience in an official capacity.
Unbeaten UFC welterweight Shavkat Rakhmonov has cast doubt on his return to competition, admitting that a serious knee injury sustained in his December 2024 victory over Ian Garry has left his future…
Islam Makhachev has accepted a challenge from Olympic wrestling gold medalist Jordan Burroughs, though the UFC welterweight champion made clear that any matchup would take place inside the Octagon under MMA rules.
Khamzat Chimaev has eliminated two potential opponents from his next fight after learning they are sidelined with injuries.
Brian Ortega has argued that the UFC strategically avoids signing elite fighters from rival promotions who could threaten its roster's dominance.
Youssef Zalal has departed Factory X, the Colorado-based gym where he trained throughout most of his professional career, as he seeks fresh coaching and continued development.
Valter Walker has raised serious doubts about Jailton Almeida's prospects ahead of his heavyweight bout against former ACA champion Evgeniy Goncharov on September 12 in Krasnodar, Russia.
UFC commentator Jon Anik believes the promotion is seriously considering a rematch between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, despite Gaethje's recent comments about not fighting until 2027. Topuria…

Marlon Moraes, a UFC veteran and former WSOF bantamweight champion, has become the subject of viral attention following the release of police body camera footage from a traffic stop in Florida.

Shavkat Rakhmonov remains sidelined after his gutsy December 2024 victory over Ian Machado Garry at UFC 310, a fight he competed in despite significant knee injuries including a torn meniscus and ACL damage.

Ian Machado Garry is refusing to let his UFC 330 title loss to Islam Makhachev define his career trajectory, projecting confidence that he would defeat the champion in an immediate rematch.

Salahdine Parnasse made a statement in his UFC Paris main event debut, dismantling veteran lightweight Dan Hooker with a devastating knockout in the opening round and immediately staking his claim…

The UFC rewarded four standout performers with $100,000 performance bonuses following UFC Paris, recognizing the most violent and impressive finishes from the card. Salahdine Parnasse earned the…
Dan Hooker has embraced the hostile reception awaiting him at UFC Paris, where he faces French prospect Salahdine Parnasse in the main event on Saturday.

Salahdine Parnasse arrives at UFC Paris with high expectations in his long-awaited Octagon debut.

UFC Paris takes place this Saturday in France, headlined by lightweight prospect Salahdine Parnasse's long-awaited UFC debut against veteran Dan Hooker.

Salahdine Parnasse has his sights set beyond his UFC Paris debut. The former KSW two-division champion headlines this weekend's event against Dan Hooker in his promotional bow, but already the "Lion…

Henry Cejudo believes the PFL's future depends on re-signing Usman Nurmagomedov. Speaking on the Pound-4-Pound podcast alongside Kamaru Usman, Cejudo laid out a stark assessment: if Nurmagomedov…

Undefeated featherweight Movsar Evloev has dismissed Alexander Volkanovski's game plan ahead of their UFC 333 title clash on October 24 in Abu Dhabi.
Muhammad Mokaev continues to assert his status as the world's best flyweight despite his controversial exit from the UFC.
Israel Adesanya has made a significant change to his training setup as he aims to reverse his recent UFC struggles.
Jorge Masvidal has credited Kimbo Slice with launching his fighting career, recounting how the internet sensation gave him early opportunities on his influential backyard-fighting platform.
Khamzat Chimaev has shifted his stance on an immediate rematch with Sean Strickland following his UFC middleweight title loss.
UFC President Dana White has expressed enthusiasm about staging the promotion's first-ever event in Hawaii, a longtime major market the organization has never hosted despite producing multiple world…
Former Bellator welterweight champion Jason Jackson has publicly called for a UFC contract, claiming he possesses the skills to dethrone Islam Makhachev and disrupt the promotion's welterweight division.
Rising UFC prospect Bilal Hasan (10-0) is unfazed by his perfect record, adopting a refreshingly philosophical approach to the prospect of his first professional loss.
French UFC lightweight Fares Ziam has announced plans to relocate his family to Denver to train full-time under Justin Gaethje's renowned head coach Trevor Wittman.
Undefeated UFC featherweight Movsar Evloev has criticized women's mixed martial arts, stating he finds the sport difficult to watch and questioning its entertainment value.
The UFC returns to Paris on September 5 at the Accor Arena for a Fight Night card headlined by Dan Hooker versus Salahdine Parnasse.
Michael 'Venom' Page is determined to remind the UFC why they signed him, and he plans to do exactly that this Saturday at UFC Paris against Nursulton Ruziboev.

Dana White says the UFC is likely to finally hold an event in Hawaii once a new arena is completed in the state, potentially as soon as 2028 or 2029. Hawaii has produced several UFC champions, most notably B.J.

Tyson Fury has ended negotiations with Anthony Joshua, declaring the long-stalled heavyweight showdown dead after months of failed talks.

Song Yadong's knockout victory over Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai dominated discussion on the latest edition of Between the Links, with the MMA Fighting panel debating the implications for both…

Tyron Woodley has ruled out a rematch with Colby Covington in professional wrestling, dismissing the rivalry that once defined their UFC feud as no longer relevant to his current ambitions.

Gregory Rodrigues has identified Dricus Du Plessis as his preferred next opponent, spotting technical vulnerabilities in the former UFC middleweight champion's game that he believes he can…
Khamzat Chimaev and Gilbert Burns will renew their rivalry on the wrestling mat at Real American Freestyle 13 on September 18 at Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Florida.
Justin Gaethje has made clear his preferred next opponent: Conor McGregor. The UFC lightweight champion, who won the title by defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, explained in a recent…
Andre Lima has fired back at Bilal Hasan following their respective wins at UFC Shanghai, accusing the newcomer of showboating only once the microphone was in his hand.
Sean Sharaf has publicly questioned the UFC's promotional tactics ahead of his scheduled bout with Gable Steveson at UFC 331 on September 19 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Anthony Wint, a former NFL prospect turned UFC fighter, has opened up about his ongoing battle with gambling addiction, describing it as a more challenging struggle than competing in the Octagon.
Chute Boxe head coach Diego Lima has renamed his training institute the Allan Nascimento Institute in honor of the late UFC flyweight, who died in early August at age 22 from apparent cardiac arrest while asleep.
Michael Page has grown frustrated with what he calls entitlement and tactical maneuvering among top UFC welterweights, prompting the former Bellator star to pursue fights at middleweight instead.
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall's return to competition remains on hold due to a serious eye injury sustained in his title fight against Ciryl Gane last October.
Justin Gaethje, fresh off his upset victory over previously undefeated Ilia Topuria to capture the UFC lightweight title at White House, is in no rush to select his next opponent and has indicated a…

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall remains sidelined by medical clearance requirements following a serious eye injury sustained during his title defense against Ciryl Gane at UFC 321 in October.

Bella Mir, daughter of former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir, is determined to pursue a fighting career while avoiding the cumulative damage her father sustained over his 18-year tenure in the sport.

The Chute Boxe team in São Paulo is honoring the legacy of UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento, who died unexpectedly on August 3 at age 34, seemingly from a heart attack in his sleep.

Joe Rogan believes the UFC made a mistake in choosing Max Holloway as Conor McGregor's comeback opponent instead of pursuing the long-discussed fight with Michael Chandler. McGregor returned to…

Justin Gaethje believes his UFC legacy is complete following his stunning victory over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, where he finished the champion to claim undisputed lightweight gold in his third title attempt.
Glover Teixeira has weighed in on a potential showdown between Alex Pereira and Josh Hokit, offering a blunt prediction about how the contest would unfold inside the UFC Octagon. Speaking shortly…
Lightweight Adam Livingston made a bold declaration after earning his UFC contract on Week 4 of Dana White's Contender Series, announcing he can sell out Madison Square Garden on his own star power.
Dan Hooker is preparing for his upcoming showdown against promotional debutant Salahdine Parnasse at UFC Paris on September 5, and the New Zealand veteran has made clear he views the matchup as his biggest payday to date.
Mauricio "Shogun" Rua has called for an immediate rematch with fellow UFC legend Glover Teixeira after losing a boxing decision to him on Saturday night in São Paulo, Brazil.

Arman Tsarukyan has set an ambitious target: at least five UFC lightweight title defenses, a mark that would surpass Islam Makhachev's divisional record of four.

Khamzat Chimaev is eager to return to action following his upset loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 in May, where the Swedish fighter surrendered his middleweight title in his first championship defense.

After Umar Nurmagomedov's knockout loss to Song Yadong at UFC Shanghai, the Chinese fighter celebrated by running around the octagon—only to collide with Umar's brother Usman Nurmagomedov, the PFL…

Former UFC champions Chris Weidman, Jorge Masvidal and Dustin Poirier recently shared their most memorable encounters with USADA drug testers during an appearance on the "Deep Waters" podcast,…
Caio Borralho, the middleweight contender eyeing a November or December comeback from a rib injury, has weighed in on the UFC title picture at 185 pounds.
Carlos Prates has made an intriguing prediction for a potential showdown with Islam Makhachev, the UFC welterweight champion.
Unbeaten flyweight Muhammad Mokaev is making a public case for his UFC return, leveraging a challenge Dana White issued two years ago when the promotion declined to renew his contract. Mokaev (17-0)…
Undefeated bantamweight Aboubakar Younousov has claimed that Nathaniel Wood declined a short-notice opportunity to fight him at UFC Paris, attributing the refusal to his Caucasus-origin surname.
Khamzat Chimaev is plotting his return to the UFC middleweight title picture after a shock May loss to Sean Strickland, one of the biggest upsets in recent UFC history.
Following UFC Shanghai, where Song Yadong delivered a stunning knockout victory over previously undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Alexander K.

Caio Borralho has cleared medical hurdles and is ready to resume his UFC campaign after surgery for a rib injury forced him to withdraw from a planned bout with Joe Pyfer at UFC 330.

Dan Hooker has accepted a fight against Salahdine Parnasse at UFC Paris, despite initially having no familiarity with the highly regarded KSW prospect.

Chris Weidman, Jorge Masvidal, and Dustin Poirier have opened up about their frustrations with USADA's anti-doping protocol during their UFC careers, sharing war stories from their time under the…

Vitor Petrino has fired back at Valter Walker following the heavyweight's social media jab about his recent performance.
Sedriques Dumas, the former UFC fighter, was involved in a brawl at Duel Arena 1 on August 29 at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida.
Dan Hooker has offered himself as the ideal welcome-wagon opponent for Usman Nurmagomedov should the unbeaten PFL lightweight champion sign with the UFC.
Petr Yan revealed that Usman Nurmagomedov, the unbeaten PFL lightweight champion and most sought-after free agent in MMA, once purchased a rare limited-edition BMW X5 from him.
Zabit Magomedsharipov has returned to competition after nearly seven years away, securing a unanimous decision victory over UFC featherweight Youssef Zalal in a grappling match at ACBJJ 22.