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O'Malley, Ankalaev top list of ex-champs eyed for title runs
ESPN projects Sean O'Malley at 89% and Magomed Ankalaev at 88% to reclaim UFC gold, while Kamaru Usman sits at just 25% following his middleweight debut loss.
Josh Hokit claims he got Ryan Clark fired from ESPN
UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit suggested his comments about Michelle Obama at UFC White House led to ESPN analyst Ryan Clark's dismissal days later.
UFC fights we want to see in the second half of 2025
From Van vs. Kape to Topuria vs. Pimblett, ESPN has pitched matchups for the back six months of 2025 that could shake up multiple divisions.
Senate raises questions after House advances boxing reform act
The House-passed Professional Boxing Amendments Act now faces Senate scrutiny, with lawmakers questioning its impact on fighter safety and promotional practices.
Former UFC Champions' Title Shot Odds: Who Returns to Glory?
ESPN projects which ex-UFC titleholders have realistic paths back to championship gold before retirement, analyzing eight fighters still in contention.
Magomed Ankalaev reflects on Pereira knockout loss ahead of UFC Abu Dhabi return
Former light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev calls his August knockout loss to Alex Pereira the worst day of his life ahead of his return against Bogdan Guskov.
Royce Gracie names his MMA Mount Rushmore, leaves himself off
UFC Hall of Famer Royce Gracie put his father Helio, Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, and Jon Jones on his all-time list while excluding his own tournament wins.
Magomed Zaynukov reflects on year-long wait for UFC debut
Magomed Zaynukov finally makes his official UFC debut Saturday in Abu Dhabi after a near-year wait following his Contender Series win last October.
Magomed Ankalaev explains quiet fight week ahead of UFC Abu Dhabi
Ankalaev says he keeps emotions inside ahead of his July 25 headliner against Bogdan Guskov, his first fight since losing the light heavyweight title to Alex Pereira.
Nkosi Ndebele targets PFL global bantamweight title July 25
South Africa's Nkosi Ndebele challenges Brandon Davis on July 25 in Washington D.C. for the vacant PFL world bantamweight belt.
Paddy Pimblett's Weight-Cutting Circus Undermines His UFC Credentials
The Liverpudlian's extreme fluctuations between fights reveal a discipline problem that could derail his championship aspirations at lightweight.
Conor McGregor's WWE Pivot Proves He's Done as an Elite Fighter
McGregor's shift to professional wrestling isn't a savvy business move — it's an admission that his body can no longer handle elite-level MMA. Three injury-plagued years tell the real story.
Josh Hokit blames 'Hokit curse' for Ryan Clark ESPN exit
UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit claimed analyst Ryan Clark fell victim to a curse after criticizing his controversial UFC Freedom 250 remarks about Michelle Obama.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Mbilli postponed to Oct. 31 after family issue
Canelo Alvarez's return fight against Christian Mbilli has been pushed to Halloween after family matters delayed his training camp, he told Ariel Helwani.
Jessica Andrade delivers food between fights after coach theft
Former UFC champion Jessica Andrade works delivery gigs while recovering from shoulder injury and alleged embezzlement by ex-coach.
Dana White calls Jon Jones MMA GOAT, compares him to Jordan
UFC CEO Dana White reaffirmed Jon Jones as MMA's greatest fighter on The Pivot podcast, drawing a parallel to Michael Jordan's ability to dominate despite off-field issues.
Nassourdine Imavov says UFC promised Strickland title shot
Nassourdine Imavov says the UFC told him his next fight will be for the middleweight belt against Sean Strickland following UFC 328.
Ben Askren loses final wrestling match after double lung transplant
Former UFC welterweight Ben Askren dropped a 6-3 decision to Belal Muhammad at RAF 11 in Milwaukee, closing out his wrestling career after recovering from a double lung transplant.
Jessica Andrade delivers food to earn money during UFC layoff
Former UFC strawweight champion Jessica Andrade has taken delivery gig work to supplement her income while recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in her Aug. 2025 loss.
UFC Abu Dhabi betting picks: Ankalaev vs. Guskov props
Magomed Ankalaev meets Bogdan Guskov in Saturday's main event at Etihad Arena, with the No. 2 light heavyweight seeking a title shot against a late replacement.