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Cody Garbrandt Should Retire—His Chin Is Gone for Good
After Adrian Yanez became the latest fighter to knock him out at UFC 329, the evidence is clear: Garbrandt's defensive liabilities and compromised durability make continuing in the bantamweight division a dangerous proposition.
How Dustin Poirier Weaponized the Calf Kick for Modern MMA
Dustin Poirier didn't invent the low kick, but his systematic deployment of the calf kick changed how lightweights attack the lead leg — and forced an entire division to adjust their stance work.
Why Sean Strickland's Jab-Heavy Style Keeps Beating Elite Fighters
Sean Strickland's high-volume jab and defensive footwork seem basic, yet they've neutralized world-class strikers. Here's the tactical logic behind his unlikely run at middleweight's summit.
UFC Noche 4 adds Moreno, Grasso in former champions' return
Brandon Moreno and Alexa Grasso headline six new bouts announced for UFC Noche 4 on Sept. 12 in Glendale, with both ex-champions hunting title shots.
UFC on Paramount+ mocks World Cup final with Namajunas-Esparza post
Paramount+ compared the 2026 FIFA World Cup final to the notoriously unattractive UFC 274 strawweight title rematch between Rose Namajunas and Carla Esparza.
Hannah Rapp, WBC title challenger, killed in Texas cycling crash
Hannah Rapp, 26, who challenged for the WBC women's featherweight belt in June, died Saturday after a motorist struck her bicycle on a Texas highway.
Christian Leroy Duncan Stops Cannonier, Eyes Top 10 at UFC Oklahoma City
Christian Leroy Duncan scored a unanimous decision over former title challenger Jared Cannonier at UFC Oklahoma City, extending his win streak to five and pushing for ranked matchups.
Austin Bashi reveals orbital, nose fractures after UFC OKC loss
Austin Bashi disclosed multiple facial fractures following his unanimous decision loss to Jose Delgado at UFC Oklahoma City, including damage to his orbital bone and nose.
Dricus Du Plessis reflects on UFC comeback after Usman win
Du Plessis earned a lopsided decision over Kamaru Usman at UFC Oklahoma City, his first fight since losing the middleweight title 11 months ago.
Valter Walker: Bogdan Guskov destined for UFC title
Gor MMA's Valter Walker predicts teammate Bogdan Guskov will knock out Magomed Ankalaev in round two at UFC Abu Dhabi and become the gym's first UFC champion.
Islam Makhachev trolls Argentina fan after World Cup final loss
The UFC welterweight champion attended the Spain-Argentina World Cup final in the U.S. and ribbed a heartbroken supporter sitting beside him.
Sean Strickland ranks MMA top sport, rips soccer again
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland posted his ranking of sports by masculinity, placing MMA first and soccer near the bottom after recent World Cup drama.
Cain Velasquez backs Islam Makhachev to extend UFC win streak
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez believes Islam Makhachev will continue his dominant run ahead of the welterweight champion's title defense at UFC 330 on Aug. 15.
Dana White moves UFC production crew to second worst in sports
UFC boss Dana White says his production team is no longer the worst at identifying celebrities after the FIFA World Cup final broadcast confused Marco Rubio with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Dricus Du Plessis reveals how beer debate sparked Colby Covington friendship
Du Plessis told Full Send MMA that his trash talk about non-alcoholic beer led Covington to reach out and invite him for drinks, turning rivals into friends.
Kamaru Usman questions 50-45 scorecard in UFC OKC loss
Kamaru Usman accepted his UFC Oklahoma City loss to Dricus Du Plessis but questioned judge Sal D'Amato's 50-45 scorecard after losing by unanimous decision.
UFC Oklahoma City Rookie Report Card: Five debuts graded
Five rookies stepped into the Octagon at UFC Oklahoma City, with one heavyweight earning an A and one featherweight setting a divisional record in a debut performance.
Conor McGregor fighting future after UFC 329 knee injury
McGregor tore his ACL and meniscus at UFC 329, but insiders say he has one more UFC fight left before pursuing massive paydays outside the promotion.
Luke Riley fires back at Joe Rogan over UFC 329 stoppage criticism
Riley defended the first-round finish of Kai Kamaka after Rogan and others questioned referee Kerry Hatley's standing stoppage at UFC 329.
Bruce Buffer faces Michael Buffer at World Cup final
The Buffer brothers shared announcing duties at the FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey, with UFC voice Bruce Buffer going head to head with his boxing legend half-brother Michael.