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BreakingUFC champion Justin Gaethje not interested in Paddy Pimblett rematch
Justin Gaethje is still weighing his options when it comes to his next fight, but don’t expect him to just immediately sign onto a rematch against Paddy Pimblett. Prior to his stunning performance to dethrone Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House card, Gaethje first had to dispatch
BreakingGarcia and Benn Set for September 12 Clash in Las Vegas
Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn will finally meet on September 12 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, UFC CEO Dana White confirmed Wednesday.
BreakingUFC Paris adds several bouts, including Michael Page’s surprising middleweight return
Michael Page is heading back to middleweight, and competing in another bout not a lot of people would’ve predicted. The UFC announced on Wednesday that “MVP” will face Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Paris. The event takes place Sept. 5 at Accor Arena, and streams exclusively on Paramo
BreakingUFC parts ways with Michel Pereira following Shara Bullet loss in Baku
UFC is no longer in the Michel Pereira business. The Brazilian was competing on a one-fight contract for his Shara Magomedov fight last month in Baku, losing a close decision to “Bullet” after three rounds of foul-laden action. The 32-year-old Brazilian has now dropped four of hi
BreakingAnkalaev Gets Guskov Replacement for Abu Dhabi Headliner as Rountree Exits
Magomed Ankalaev will defend his top-three ranking against Bogdan Guskov on July 25 in Abu Dhabi after Khalil Rountree withdrew from the UFC main event.
BreakingDan Hooker wants UFC to let Conor McGregor box: ‘His body can’t hold up in MMA’
Will Conor McGregor return to fight again, and will anyone care if he does? Those are the two big questions coming out of the weekend after McGregor blew his knee out on the first kick thrown in his UFC 329 fight against Max Holloway. The opening bell rang, McGregor executed a ri
BreakingMcGregor's Coach Breaks Silence After Catastrophic UFC 329 Injury: "Doesn't Get Any Worse Than This
John Kavanagh expressed devastation after Conor McGregor's UFC 329 comeback ended in mere seconds due to a catastrophic knee injury sustained on his opening kick.
ResultsSteveson Survives Firefight in UFC Debut, Proves Striking Prowess Beyond Wrestling Pedigree
Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson earned a dominant first-round finish at UFC 329 despite taking a striking-heavy approach over his renowned wrestling credentials.
ResultsBautista Seizes Redemption Over Sandhagen, Eyes Title Shot at UFC 329
Mario Bautista earned a unanimous decision victory over Cory Sandhagen at UFC 329, avenging a 2019 loss and positioning himself for a bantamweight title opportunity.
ResultsPimblett Eyes Title Shot After Devastating Submission Win, Targets Oliveira
Paddy Pimblett secured a dominant submission victory at UFC 329, declaring himself ready for a title run and expressing confidence he could submit Charles Oliveira.
RankingsDana White Erupts Over UFC Production Blunder, Calls Network 'Worst Ever' at Celebrity Identification
UFC President Dana White lambasted his production team after the broadcast mistakenly identified boxer Shakur Stevenson as an NBA player during Saturday's UFC 329 event.
ResultsDana White Dismisses Pre-Existing Injury Claims as McGregor Suffers First-Round Loss
UFC president Dana White rejected speculation that Conor McGregor entered his UFC 329 bout against Max Holloway with a prior injury.
BreakingMcGregor's Comeback Derailed by Devastating Injury
Conor McGregor's return to UFC ends in 69 seconds
BreakingMcGregor's Return Derailed: Knee Injury Halts UFC 329 Comeback in 69 Seconds
Conor McGregor's highly anticipated return lasted mere seconds before a devastating knee injury forced referee stoppage, handing Max Holloway a controversial victory at UFC 329.
BreakingRoyval Outlasts Kavanagh in Thrilling Brawl
Brandon Royval submits Lone'er Kavanagh at UFC 329
BreakingWhittaker Delivers Devastating Light Heavyweight Debut, Possibly Fractures Krylov's Jaw at UFC 329
Robert Whittaker's successful move to 205 pounds featured a knockout finish that may have left Nikita Krylov with a broken jaw after a third-round TKO.
BreakingPinas Demolishes Almeida with Surgical Right Hand at UFC 329
Damian Pinas extends his UFC winning streak to 2-0 with a devastating first-round knockout of Cesar Almeida, showcasing the striking prowess that has made him a feared middleweight prospect.
BreakingControversy Surrounds Riley's Win at UFC 329
Pros react to disputed knockout
BreakingUFC 329: McGregor vs Holloway 2 Under Threat from Curses
Drake's $1m bet sparks curse fears
BreakingUFC 329 Weigh-Ins: Fighters Hit the Scale
McGregor vs Holloway 2
BreakingDana White Maps Out McGregor's Future: Five Paths Forward If He Defeats Holloway
UFC boss Dana White revealed multiple contingency plans for Conor McGregor's career trajectory following UFC 329, praising the Irish fighter as the sport's biggest draw.
BreakingMcGregor Belts Out Oasis Classic at UFC 329 Press Conference
The Irish fighter returned to the spotlight ahead of his long-awaited comeback, treating attendees to an impromptu performance of 'Wonderwall' while ribbing Pimblett for not joining in.
BreakingShakur Stevenson Joins Zuffa Boxing
Undefeated champ signs multi-fight deal
BreakingIsrael Adesanya Parts Ways with City Kickboxing After 16 Years
Former UFC champion leaves longtime gym
BreakingAdesanya Announces Split from Longtime Coach and Gym
UFC fighter Israel Adesanya parts ways with coach Eugene Bareman
RankingsShakeup in Combat Sports
New signings and debuts
BreakingUFC Vegas 120: Gamrot and Salkilld Set for Thrilling Main Event
Gamrot vs Salkilld on Aug 8
BreakingGaethje Eyes McGregor Showdown After UFC Title Win
New champ targets McGregor