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Sonnen On Steveson's Future After UFC 331 Loss
Chael Sonnen says Gable Steveson can bounce back from his shocking knockout loss at UFC 331, noting the Olympic gold medallist has recovered from upsets before.
Hernandez Submits Dumas In 57-Second UFC Debut
Miami-Dade deputy Luis Hernandez choked out Sedriques Dumas in under a minute at UFC Vegas 121, stepping in on two days' notice to move to 9-0.
UFC 332 Loses Title Fight After Shevchenko Stripped
UFC 332 in Salt Lake City on Oct. 3 now features Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong for the vacant flyweight belt after Valentina Shevchenko was stripped.
Barcelos Suffers Frightening Finish At UFC Vegas 121
Raoni Barcelos collapsed without an apparent strike in the fifth round against Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Vegas 121, was hospitalized, and is now reported stable.
MMA Mania Asks Fans About Critter Encounters
MMA Mania's September 28 open thread invited fans to share their wildest animal run-ins, continuing the site's tradition of off-topic engagement with readers.
Silva Vs. Wang Called Worst Numbered UFC Event
MMA Fighting staffers questioned why UFC 332, headlined by Natalia Silva versus Wang Cong for the vacant flyweight title, carries a numbered designation at all.
Christian Lee Defends ONE Title Against Ruotolo
Christian Lee defends his ONE lightweight title against grappling standout Tye Ruotolo on Nov. 6 at Lumpinee Stadium in Thailand.
Gaethje Rejects Topuria 'Quit' Claims After UFC 250
Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria's corner stopped the UFC 250 title fight, not the fighter himself. Gaethje captured the lightweight belt after the fourth round at the White House event.
Hardy Sues Paul Over Serrano Rematch Injury
Former Bellator fighter Heather Hardy has filed a $10 million lawsuit against Jake Paul's MVP over neurological damage she says she suffered in her 2023 loss to Amanda Serrano.
Vallejos Rejects 'Robbery' Claims In Perez Win
Kevin Vallejos defended Ailin Perez's controversial decision over Norma Dumont at UFC Vegas 121, scoring the bout 29-28 for his fellow Argentine.
Nakamura Vows Return After UFC Vegas 121 Upset
Rinya Nakamura pledged to reinvent his game after Brady Hiestand forced him to tap to a rear-naked choke at UFC Vegas 121, snapping his comeback bid.
Fury Rips Hearn Over White's Role In Joshua Fight
Tyson Fury has attacked Eddie Hearn over the promoter's objections to Dana White's involvement in the Anthony Joshua bout, scheduled for December 11 in Cardiff.
Perez Fires Back At Dumont After Controversial Win
Ailin Perez mocked Norma Dumont on Instagram following her disputed unanimous decision at UFC Vegas 121, while Dumont insisted she was robbed of victory.
Osmanli Calls Akylbek Uulu A Clown After TUF 34 DQ Loss
Mehemmedali Osmanli accused Ilimbek Akylbek Uulu of faking the severity of an illegal knee that ended their TUF 34 final at UFC Vegas 121 via disqualification.
Strickland Says Imavov Rematch Almost Done
Sean Strickland says his middleweight title defense against Nassourdine Imavov is nearing completion, with pay negotiations the final hurdle before UFC 335 is official.
Zaynukov Shuts Down UFC Qatar Rumors
Magomed Zaynukov will not fight at UFC Qatar in November and says he won't return to the cage until 2027 as he recovers from hand surgery.
Dumas On Late Switch After 57-Second UFC Loss
Sedriques Dumas said the last-minute opponent change at UFC Vegas 121 derailed months of preparation after Luis Hernandez submitted him in 57 seconds.
Riley Predicts First-Round KO Of Undefeated McMillen
Luke Riley says he would finish fellow unbeaten featherweight Tommy McMillen inside one round if the two clash in December. Riley is eyeing a Vegas return.
Cejudo Calls Out Dean After Misfits Win
Henry Cejudo wants Nurideen Shabazz next after beating Javon Walton by split decision at Misfits Boxing on Saturday. The former UFC champion accused Shabazz of avoiding the fight.
Pico On Sterling And Allen Falling Through
Aaron Pico lost two top-ranked featherweight matchups before landing Losene Keita at UFC 333 in October, with both Aljamain Sterling and Arnold Allen falling through.