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Rousey Blasts UFC Executive After MVP MMA Success
Ronda Rousey criticized UFC Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell after her MVP MMA event drew 17 million viewers on Netflix in May.
Anthony Smith Arrested On Terroristic Threats Charge
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith was arrested Monday night in Nebraska on three felony charges, including domestic violence and terroristic threats.
Ditcheva On Why She Won't Fight Past 32
Dakota Ditcheva told MMA Fighting she doesn't want to become a fighter who can't let go, targeting retirement by her early thirties despite being just 27.
Medic Blasts Garry Over Recent Podcast Comments
Uros Medic says he's embarrassed to share a room with Ian Garry after the Irishman's recent comments on masculinity and women running the world.
Strickland Blasts UFC's Predatory Pay Structure
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland unloaded on the promotion's fighter pay model, calling it predatory and arguing only top-tier fighters earn a living wage.
Walker On Hokit Fight Depending On UFC Contract
Valter Walker told MMA Fighting his next opponent hinges on contract talks with the UFC after his fifth straight submission win at UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25.
Stirling Defends Cutelaba After Liver Shot Finish
Navajo Stirling says Ion Cutelaba didn't quit at UFC — a flush knee to the liver shut his body down before the second-round stoppage.
Mendez Names Garry's Biggest Weapon Against Makhachev
Javier Mendez believes Ian Garry's mental strength will be his biggest asset when he challenges Islam Makhachev for the UFC welterweight title at UFC 330 on Aug. 15.
Mendez On McGregor's Odd UFC 329 Demeanor
Javier Mendez says Conor McGregor looked tense and uncomfortable before his UFC 329 ACL injury against Max Holloway, fueling speculation he entered the cage compromised.
Costa Warns Ulberg On 2027 Return Plans
Paulo Costa says the UFC light heavyweight title will change hands before Carlos Ulberg defends in 2027, and the Brazilian wants the shot himself.
Oliveira's Camp Rejects Lopes BMF Title Talk
Chute Boxe head coach dismisses speculation linking Charles Oliveira to a BMF title defense against Diego Lopes, per Sherdog.
Mendez On Garry's Trash Talk Before Makhachev Fight
Javier Mendez says Ian Garry can promote the Aug. 15 title fight as long as the Irishman avoids country, family, and religion in his buildup to facing Islam Makhachev.
Medic's Finish Streak In Focus For UFC Belgrade
Serbian welterweight Uros Medic brings a string of sub-80-second knockouts into Saturday's UFC Belgrade main event against Daniel Rodriguez at Belgrade Arena.
Till On Life After Fighting Without New Obsession
Darren Till told Ariel Helwani he worries about retired fighters chasing unhealthy highs if they don't find a new passion, citing recent arrests of Poirier and Smith.
Battle On Divorce, UFC Release Hurting PFL Prep
Bryan Battle told Ariel Helwani that his divorce and UFC release left him mentally scattered ahead of his first-round submission loss to Johnny Eblen in March.
Makhachev Sympathizes With McGregor After UFC 329 Loss
Islam Makhachev expressed sympathy for Conor McGregor after the Irishman's 69-second knee injury stoppage at UFC 329, saying he wanted to see how McGregor fought after five years away.
Smith Faces $500K Bond After Domestic Violence Arrest
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith is held on $500,000 bond after alleged threats and assault involving his wife. Witnesses reported gunshots from his home.
McGregor To Fight BKFC After UFC Contract Ends
Conor McGregor will compete in bare-knuckle boxing for BKFC once his final UFC bout is complete, according to Irish fighter Jimmy Sweeney.
Pereira Pursues Appeal After UFC Baku Hair-Pulling Loss
Michel Pereira is working with his lawyer to overturn his controversial loss to Sharabutdin Magomedov at UFC Baku, arguing that uncalled fouls cost him the fight and his contract.
UFC Vegas 120 Adds Rosas Jr.'s Brother On 10 Days' Notice
Miles Johns faces Jessie Rosas, older brother of Raul Rosas Jr., in a late addition to UFC Vegas 120 on August 8. Johns enters on a three-fight skid.