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Sean O'Malley says UFC pay without title 'definitely sucks'
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley revealed his current purses are 'way less' than when he held the belt, making around $600,000 for his White House knockout.
Trump calls UFC White House fighters 'strongest, toughest men on Earth'
Donald Trump praised UFC Freedom 250 athletes after the South Lawn event, saying they possess strength and 'genius' that sets them apart from other competitors.
Jake Paul eyes college football, NFL after boxing career
The YouTube-turned-boxer told fans he's serious about pursuing a football career, per MMA Mania, though no timeline or next steps were specified.
Dustin Poirier asks for help after arrest footage surfaces
Former UFC lightweight Poirier posted an emotional statement following his June 21 arrest in Georgia and the release of disturbing body-cam footage.
Dustin Poirier acknowledges need for help after arrest video
Poirier posted on Instagram that alcohol is not the answer after bodycam footage showed him agitated at Atlanta Airport, saying his family deserves him at 100 percent.
Ketlen Vieira signs with PFL after UFC exit
Former UFC bantamweight contender Ketlen Vieira has joined the PFL roster one month after her release, MMA Fighting reports. She is expected to compete at featherweight.
Ian Garry tells Michael Morales to move up, gets blunt reply
Garry suggested Morales should jump to 185 pounds ahead of his UFC 330 title fight with Islam Makhachev. The undefeated Ecuadorian fired back on Instagram.
Dustin Poirier threatens officer in airport arrest video
Body-camera footage shows the former UFC interim lightweight champion challenging a police officer to fight at a Georgia airport on Father's Day.
Poirier vows to work on himself after arrest
Dustin Poirier has posted a personal statement following his arrest, telling fans he is working on himself after the Louisiana incident.
Alexander Volkanovski backs Alex Pereira illegal strikes claim
Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski says Ciryl Gane landed repeated illegal strikes to the back of Alex Pereira's head at UFC White House.
Dustin Poirier arrest video shows former UFC star threaten officer
Body cam footage shows Poirier in a boxing stance challenging police to fight at Atlanta Airport before his June public intoxication arrest.
PFL San Diego fight card finalized: McKee vs. Isbulaev tops June 27 bill
AJ McKee Jr. faces Salamat Isbulaev at featherweight June 27 at Pechanga Arena, with Liz Carmouche meeting Viviane Araujo on the ESPN2 main card.
Christian Strong fought through ankle injuries on TUF 34
The Ultimate Fighter 34 competitor told producers he'd fight with one leg rather than leave the show after injuring both ankles at the start of the season.
Israel Adesanya says ego stopping UFC retirement after four straight losses
Israel Adesanya told Demetrious Johnson his ego won't let him walk away despite dropping four straight fights, saying he knows what he can still do in the cage.
Beatriz Mesquita calls out Ailin Perez after UFC 279 finish
Beatriz Mesquita stayed unbeaten with a finish at UFC Fight Night 279 and immediately set her sights on Argentinian contender Ailin Perez, criticizing her rival's in-cage antics.
Ian Garry's takedown defense has Islam Makhachev fans worried
Garry stuffed 15 of 17 takedown tries against Shavkat Rakhmonov and Belal Muhammad, a stat making waves ahead of his August title shot against Makhachev.
Du Plessis warns Hokit's White House comment will cost him
UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis says Josh Hokit's controversial remark about Michelle Obama at UFC White House was a mistake that will hurt him.
Myktybek Orolbai faces Jeremiah Wells at UFC 330 in Philadelphia
Surging welterweight Myktybek Orolbai will meet Jeremiah Wells at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on a card headlined by Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Garry.
Charles Oliveira calls for Justin Gaethje rematch after UFC title win
Charles Oliveira wants another crack at new lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, citing their controversial 2022 bout where he missed weight but still won.
Patchy Mix targets Rizin title shot after UFC release
Former Bellator champion Patrick Mix faces Shoko Sato at Rizin 54 on Aug. 11 in Tokyo, seeking to snap a three-fight losing streak that cost him his UFC contract.