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Makhachev Bested ADCC Champion 22 Pounds Heavier
Islam Makhachev lost by just 2-3 points in a grappling session against a heavier ADCC champion at the UFC Performance Institute, per his coach ahead of UFC 330.
Tsarukyan Takes Grappling Match Against Fitness Influencer
Arman Tsarukyan faces Indian fitness influencer Ankit Baiyanpuria in a submission-only grappling match in Yerevan on Aug. 1, his first action since submitting Hooker last November.
Makhachev Enforces Team Haircut Rule On Teammates
Islam Makhachev gave two training partners mandatory close-crop haircuts ahead of UFC 330, continuing a tradition set by Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.
Jones On Cormier's Hatred: Made Me Too Much Money
Jon Jones suggested his longtime rival Daniel Cormier exaggerates their feud for cameras. The former two-division champion said the beef was too profitable to ignore.
Jones Apologises To Hamilton After Hunting Dispute
Jon Jones says Lewis Hamilton blocked him on social media after the UFC champion hunted wild pigs from a helicopter with Army Rangers.
Franklin Scores Brutal KO On TUF 34
Xavier Franklin dropped Micaias Urena with a right hook as the opening round expired, setting up a TUF 34 semifinal spot and moving one win from a UFC contract.
Baatarkhuu Backs Himself Against Undefeated Alyshov
Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu defends his ONE bantamweight title Friday against Elbek Alyshov, who submitted two fighters the champion previously faced.
Anthony Smith Arrested On Three Felony Charges
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith was arrested Monday in Nebraska on three felony charges including domestic violence causing serious bodily injury.
Malott Headlines UFC Edmonton Against Buckley
Mike Malott will face Joaquin Buckley in the UFC Edmonton main event on Oct. 17 at Rogers Place, with the No. 12 Canadian looking to crack the welterweight top 10.
Jones Reveals Hamilton Called Him Coward Over Pig Hunt
Jon Jones says Formula One legend Lewis Hamilton attacked him in DMs and called him a coward after Jones posted footage of a 2021 helicopter pig hunt with Army Rangers.
Perry Confirms Pay Cut For Danis Fight
Mike Perry told Ariel Helwani he accepted less money to face Dillon Danis at Duel Arena 1 on July 28, viewing the undefeated grappler as a necessary stepping stone.
Inoue On Rodriguez Delay: Will Move To 126
Naoya Inoue says he will pursue a featherweight title if Jesse Rodriguez negotiations drag past February 2027. The undisputed 122-pound champ made clear he won't wait indefinitely.
Dubois Blasts Rival After Unification Fight Collapses
Caroline Dubois called opponent Elif Turhan a coward after their planned lightweight title unification fell through. The WBC champion is now looking to face Stephanie Han later this year.
Erceg Maintains He'll Return After Abu Dhabi KO
Steve Erceg posted on Instagram that he's doing fine after Ramazan Temirov knocked him out in the first round at UFC Abu Dhabi and said he plans to fight again.
Weidman On Garry's Chances Against Makhachev
UFC Hall of Famer Chris Weidman predicts Ian Machado Garry will struggle with Islam Makhachev's wrestling at UFC 330, saying the Irishman will panic about takedowns.
Ditcheva Announces Celebration Before PFL New York
Dakota Ditcheva plans a Sophie Cunningham-inspired finger point after her Friday night fight against Denise Kielholtz, echoing Ilia Topuria's ill-fated premature celebration.
McGregor Blames Dry Ice For UFC 329 Injury
Conor McGregor claimed wet canvas from dry ice caused his UFC 329 leg injury, calling for the fight to be ruled a no contest. He vowed to return in 2027.
Jones Maintains Innocence On Steroid Tests
Jon Jones insists expensive UFC scientists proved he never used steroids, claiming tainted supplements caused multiple positive drug tests throughout his career.
Jones Denies Steroid Claims After Retirement
Jon Jones rejected accusations he used steroids during his career, pointing to tainted supplement findings that cleared his name in prior UFC drug tests.
Jones Respects Cormier After DC Admits Feud Is Good Business
Jon Jones says Daniel Cormier told him the rivalry is too lucrative to end, even though DC doesn't actually hate him. The two met as coaches on ALF Global.