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Strickland On Chimaev: Rivalry 'Wasn't Real'
Sean Strickland's post-fight embrace with Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 328 killed any chance of a rematch, according to Daniel Cormier's analysis.
Magomedsharipov Set To Grapple UFC's Zalal
Former UFC contender Zabit Magomedsharipov will face Youssef Zalal in a 154-pound grappling match at ACBJJ 22 on Aug. 30 in Istanbul.
Prochazka Claims Costa Has UFC Offer, 'Borrachinha' Denies It
Jiri Prochazka says Paulo Costa has a UFC contract to fight him this fall, but the Brazilian insists no one from the promotion has reached out.
Mendez Names Topuria As Nurmagomedov's Toughest UFC Test
American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez says Ilia Topuria would pose the biggest puzzle for unbeaten Usman Nurmagomedov if he signs with the UFC.
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.
Stevenson On Foster's Title Situation At 135
Shakur Stevenson says O'Shaquie Foster must establish himself at 135 pounds before their fight makes sense, questioning Foster's decision to vacate his WBC interim lightweight title.
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.
Lopez On Davis Declining Haney Title Fight
Teofimo Lopez called Keyshawn Davis's withdrawal from the Devin Haney purse bid a duck move after Top Rank won the rights with a record offer.
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.