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Morales Says Garry Has Zero Chance Against Makhachev
Michael Morales told MMA Junkie that Ian Machado Garry has no path to victory against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia.
Islam Makhachev Defends Welterweight Title At UFC 330
Islam Makhachev puts his welterweight strap on the line against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on August 15, with Mackenzie Dern defending her strawweight title on the card.
Prochazka Tells Costa To Accept UFC October Fight
Jiri Prochazka says UFC offered him a fight with Paulo Costa for October or November, but Costa claims no one has mentioned the matchup to him.
B.J. Penn Runs For Hawaii Council Seat Amid Legal Troubles
UFC Hall of Famer B.J. Penn is running for District 1 council in Hawaii while facing trial on multiple family abuse charges after five arrests in 2025.
White On UFC Belgrade Flares: 'Never See That Again'
Dana White said he hopes to never see flares lit in the crowd again after Serbian fans sparked multiple displays during UFC Belgrade's record night of finishes.
Dana White On Garry's Threat To Islam At UFC 330
UFC president says Ian Garry poses a serious threat to Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15, citing the Irishman's takedown defense as the key factor.
Cormier On Makhachev's Toughest Test At UFC 330
Daniel Cormier warns Islam Makhachev faces a very difficult challenge against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330, calling it a hard fight for the welterweight champion.
Cormier On Why Strickland Killed Chimaev Rematch
Daniel Cormier says Sean Strickland's post-fight admission that their feud was manufactured destroyed any chance of selling a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev.
UFC Vegas 120 Card Set For Aug. 8 At APEX
Mateusz Gamrot meets Quillan Salkilld in the UFC Vegas 120 main event on Aug. 8 at the APEX, with Paramount+ streaming both the prelims and main card.
John Martin On MVP Merger Changing MMA
PFL CEO John Martin told reporters the merger with Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions will fundamentally reshape combat sports and give fighters new options.
Overeem Confirms Boxing Return Against Verhoeven
Alistair Overeem is in talks to face Rico Verhoeven in a boxing match at Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, representatives confirmed to MMA Mania.
Alvarez Replaces Neal At UFC 330 On Two Weeks Notice
Joel Alvarez steps in to face Chidi Njokuani at UFC 330 in Philadelphia after Geoff Neal withdrew with an undisclosed injury. The Spaniard has been training with Islam Makhachev's camp.
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Islam Makhachev On Nurmagomedov Knockout Tactic
Makhachev passed along the feint-and-head-kick setup he used against Volkanovski in 2023. Nurmagomedov dropped Colgan with it at PFL New York.
Paul Claims He Could Play NFL Tomorrow
Jake Paul told NFL veterans he could catch an NFL touchdown pass with zero training, drawing a sharp response from UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit.
Ditcheva On Unexpected Boos After PFL Win
Dakota Ditcheva addressed the crowd reaction to her unanimous decision over Denise Kielholtz at PFL New York, admitting the jeers bothered her after failing to score a finish.
Three Fights Ben Askren Should Take Next in 2025
Retired from MMA and recovering from a double lung transplant, Ben Askren could still make noise in exhibition boxing or grappling. Here are three matchups that would draw eyeballs and play to his strengths.
Dana White On Usman Nurmagomedov's Free Agency
UFC president Dana White confirmed the promotion's interest in undefeated lightweight Usman Nurmagomedov following his PFL contract expiry. Khabib says a decision is coming within a month.
O'Neill Pursues Winning Streak Against Moura At UFC 331
Casey O'Neill meets Eduarda Moura in a women's flyweight bout at UFC 331 on Sept. 19 in Los Angeles, per multiple reports.
Moicano Taps Freire In Under 4 Minutes At BJJ Stars 19
Renato Moicano submitted former Bellator champion Patricky Freire with an arm-triangle choke in under four minutes at BJJ Stars 19 in Sao Paulo ahead of his UFC 331 return.