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Topuria Confirms Return After Gaethje Loss
Ilia Topuria is targeting an early-2027 return after losing to Justin Gaethje at UFC White House in June. The former champ posted images from Georgia, saying he is ready to go.
Lobov Accuses McGregor Of Targeting His Mother
Artem Lobov says Conor McGregor orchestrated an attack on his car and threats against his 60-year-old mother, MMA Fighting reports.
Usyk's Benavidez Pursuit Proves His Thirst For Legacy
Oleksandr Usyk plans to drop back to cruiserweight at 39 to face David Benavidez, a move that could cement his place as boxing's most ambitious champion.
Luana Santos Rises In Women's Bantamweight Rankings
Santos climbed the divisional ladder at 135 pounds after her latest performance, per ESPN's MMA rankings panel, solidifying her position among the elite.
Nolan Cracks Lightweight Top 10 After Moicano Finish
Tom Nolan jumped to No. 7 in the UFC lightweight rankings after his TKO of Renato Moicano last weekend, while Jacobe Smith debuted at welterweight No. 14.
Till Blasts Paul After Missing Christmas Fight
Darren Till called Jake Paul a fraud after Paul announced a Christmas Eve bout with Cédric Doumbé instead of Till, who was negotiating for the same date.
MMA Mania Host Reveals Deep Sumo Knowledge
MMA Mania's Tim Edwards disclosed his expertise in sumo wrestling and 90s Warhammer during Tuesday's open thread, inviting readers to share their own obscure interests.
Canelo Retains No. 1 Spot After Mbilli Win
Canelo Alvarez holds the top position in ESPN's latest divisional rankings after reclaiming the WBC title, while Christian Mbilli falls one place.
Big John McCarthy Reveals UFC Referee Pay
Former UFC referee John McCarthy disclosed he earned $2,000 for working two title fights at UFC 217, dispelling assumptions about official compensation.
Lobov Blasts McGregor Over Alleged Betrayals
Artem Lobov accused his former training partner Conor McGregor of failing to honor financial promises made to coaches and teammates who helped build his career.
Covington On What Could Bring Him Back To UFC
Colby Covington says only legacy-defining bouts against marquee names would pull him back into the octagon, with McGregor and Diaz topping his wish list.
O'Malley On Yan's Likely Strategy In Title Rematch
Sean O'Malley expects Petr Yan to lean heavily on wrestling if they meet again for the bantamweight title, a tactic he says the champ rarely used before their first bout.
BBC Releases Fury-Joshua Documentary Trailer
BBC Sport documentary Rivals: Fury v Joshua drops 10 November on iPlayer and BBC Sounds, chronicling the heavyweight pair's decade-long rivalry through camp insiders.
Usyk Confirms Benavidez Fight After Vacating Titles
Oleksandr Usyk told DAZN he plans to return at cruiserweight next year to face David Benavidez after vacating his heavyweight titles.
Moicano Reveals MMA Career End After UFC Halloween Loss
Renato Moicano told Ariel Helwani he plans to retire from MMA after his current UFC contract expires, citing declining motivation and interest in influencer boxing instead.
The Amanda Nunes Fight Nobody Talks About Anymore
Before she became the unquestioned GOAT, Amanda Nunes survived a white-knuckle five-round war with Valentina Shevchenko that nearly cost her the bantamweight throne. UFC 215 deserves better than footnote status.
Kayla Harrison Is the Worst Stylistic Matchup Amanda Nunes Has Ever Faced
UFC 334 marks the first time Nunes enters without a clear path to dominance. Harrison's relentless pressure, Olympic-level grappling, and durability present problems the GOAT has never solved in one opponent.
How Petr Yan's Next 12 Months Could Unfold in the Bantamweight Division
Fresh off his bout with Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 333, Petr Yan stands at a crossroads in the 135-pound division. Three scenarios map his path from contender to potential champion—or a slow fade from title relevance.
Why Sean O'Malley's Counter-Wrestling Actually Works at 135
O'Malley has neutralized elite grapplers without traditional wrestling credentials. The blueprint hinges on distance control, cage IQ, and a willingness to concede position—then explode when opponents expect passivity.
Pantoja's Coach Says He Needs Mental Rest After Van Loss
Alexandre Pantoja has no return date set after losing to Joshua Van at UFC 331, with his coach citing mental fatigue from years of title fights.