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Trump calls UFC White House fighters 'strongest, toughest men on Earth'
Donald Trump praised UFC Freedom 250 athletes after the South Lawn event, saying they possess strength and 'genius' that sets them apart from other competitors.
Garry Ready To Dethrone Makhachev
Ian Garry is not arriving in Philadelphia to survive Islam Makhachev — he is arriving to beat him.
Aaron McKenna challenges Chris Eubank Jr to fight in Ireland
Aaron McKenna has invited Chris Eubank Jr to Ireland for a middleweight showdown, issuing the challenge after his latest fight in Dublin.
Volkanovski Willing To Fight Gaethje
Alexander Volkanovski has not closed the door on a third run at the lightweight title — he has just made clear he is not the one pushing it open.
MLB Clears Doctor After Links To Conor McGregor Controversy
Major League Baseball has cleared Dr. Neal ElAttrache and closed its investigation — but the questions surrounding Conor McGregor remain open.
Airport Footage Shows Poirier Threatening Staff
Video released by the Atlanta Police Department shows Dustin Poirier in a confrontational state outside an airline gate, threatening airport security and local police before officers took him into custody.
UFC's Meta AI Rankings System
The UFC has replaced its rankings system with one built on Meta AI — and the launch did not go smoothly.
Rolando Romero and Teofimo Lopez verbally agree to August fight
WBA welterweight champion Rolando Romero has verbally agreed to face former two-division champion Teofimo Lopez in August, per Bad Left Hook.
Jake Paul eyes college football, NFL after boxing career
The YouTube-turned-boxer told fans he's serious about pursuing a football career, per MMA Mania, though no timeline or next steps were specified.
Dustin Poirier asks for help after arrest footage surfaces
Former UFC lightweight Poirier posted an emotional statement following his June 21 arrest in Georgia and the release of disturbing body-cam footage.
Dustin Poirier acknowledges need for help after arrest video
Poirier posted on Instagram that alcohol is not the answer after bodycam footage showed him agitated at Atlanta Airport, saying his family deserves him at 100 percent.
Ketlen Vieira signs with PFL after UFC exit
Former UFC bantamweight contender Ketlen Vieira has joined the PFL roster one month after her release, MMA Fighting reports. She is expected to compete at featherweight.
Ian Garry tells Michael Morales to move up, gets blunt reply
Garry suggested Morales should jump to 185 pounds ahead of his UFC 330 title fight with Islam Makhachev. The undefeated Ecuadorian fired back on Instagram.
Dustin Poirier threatens officer in airport arrest video
Body-camera footage shows the former UFC interim lightweight champion challenging a police officer to fight at a Georgia airport on Father's Day.
Poirier vows to work on himself after arrest
Dustin Poirier has posted a personal statement following his arrest, telling fans he is working on himself after the Louisiana incident.
Alexander Volkanovski backs Alex Pereira illegal strikes claim
Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says Ciryl Gane landed repeated illegal strikes to the back of Alex Pereira's head at UFC White House.
Eddie Hearn: Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury contract needs rework if fight leaves UK
Promoter Eddie Hearn says the existing deal for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury will require renegotiation if the fight moves outside the United Kingdom.
Dustin Poirier arrest video shows former UFC star threaten officer
Body cam footage shows Poirier in a boxing stance challenging police to fight at Atlanta Airport before his June public intoxication arrest.
PFL San Diego fight card finalized: McKee vs. Isbulaev tops June 27 bill
AJ McKee Jr. faces Salamat Isbulaev at featherweight June 27 at Pechanga Arena, with Liz Carmouche meeting Viviane Araujo on the ESPN2 main card.
Collazo retains strawweight top spot after flyweight success
Oscar Collazo jumped two weight classes to win at flyweight while keeping his No. 1 strawweight ranking in ESPN's latest divisional update.