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Dustin Poirier lost Bud Light deal worth hundreds of thousands
Dustin Poirier says Bud Light terminated his contract immediately after his airport arrest, costing his family a few hundred thousand dollars in remaining sponsorship money.
White Responds To Jones 'Homie For Life' Message
Dana White has responded to Jon Jones calling him a "homie for life," and the answer was more revealing than a simple acceptance of the peace offering.
Jon Jones says alcohol derailed greater UFC legacy
Jones told Ring Magazine that partying in his prime contributed to career setbacks, reflecting on what could have been without alcohol.
Paddy Pimblett declares himself GOAT of weight cutting
Liverpool lightweight Paddy Pimblett called himself the GOAT of weight cutting in a behind-the-scenes video, citing discipline as his secret despite routine criticism.
Spence Will Walk Away If He Loses to Tszyu
Errol Spence Jr. has already decided what a loss on Saturday means. His trainer has confirmed it publicly.
Garcia Accuses Haney Of Smoking Hookah
The Garcia-Haney feud has now reached hookah.
RAF Insists Covington-Muhammad Fight Will Happen Despite Presser Brawl
Real American Freestyle co-founder Chad Bronstein says Colby Covington will face Belal Muhammad despite Covington's threats to pull out after a heated press conference altercation.
Dana White calls UFC White House 'perfect' aside from Hokit moment
UFC president Dana White praised the White House event but called Josh Hokit's post-fight behavior with Joe Rogan a misstep. The June card drew mixed reactions.
Mike Davis eyes Las Vegas move after UFC Abu Dhabi bout
Lightweight Mike Davis plans to use his fight purse from UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25 to relocate to Las Vegas, where he believes regular access to the UFC PI will keep him healthier.
Axel Sola says UFC loss earned more than 11 wins combined
Sola dropped his first UFC fight to Mason Jones at UFC London in March but collected a $100k Fight of the Night bonus that dwarfed his previous earnings.
Tyson Fury return vs. Mariusz Wach won't air live
Fury's July 24 fight against Mariusz Wach in Thailand will be recorded for Netflix instead of broadcast live, leaving fans unable to watch his Joshua tune-up.
Dana White reveals Fedor offer was so big UFC was 'relieved' he declined
White says he and Lorenzo Fertitta were thankful when Fedor Emelianenko turned down their massive offer because the numbers got out of control in the negotiating room.
Demian Maia: Ian Garry's fight IQ can upset Islam Makhachev
Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Demian Maia says Garry's ability to adapt in real time gives the Irish welterweight a shot at dethroning Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15.
Dustin Poirier shares UFC response after Atlanta airport arrest
UFC executive Hunter Campbell reached out to Poirier the day after his June arrest at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, offering the promotion's support.
Santiago Ponzinibbio explains why he never turns down UFC fights
The 39-year-old welterweight says he's financially secure but keeps accepting every matchup the promotion offers because fighting is in his blood.
Joe Lauzon returns at BKFC 92 against Stash Kuykendall at Fenway Park
Former UFC lightweight Joe Lauzon will make his bare knuckle debut against 0-2 BKFC fighter Stash Kuykendall on Aug. 29 at Fenway Park in Boston.
Brandon Royval says UFC denied him main event over followers
UFC flyweight contender Brandon Royval says the promotion told him a fighter with more social media followers got a main event slot ahead of him in 2022.
PFL Washington fight card set for July 25 at CareFirst Arena
Professional Fighters League lands in D.C. on July 25 with undefeated welterweights Thad Jean and Shamil Musaev headlining on ESPN at 8 p.m. ET.
PFL's resurgence hits wall: Strong roster, no audience
Professional Fighters League has rebuilt its product under new leadership, but distribution on ESPN Unlimited means almost no one is watching the promotion's best run in years.
Lennox Lewis tops Britain's greatest heavyweights ranking
Ring Magazine columnist Declan Taylor ranks Britain's top 10 heavyweight boxers, placing Lennox Lewis first and Tyson Fury second ahead of this weekend's crucial fights.