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Cormier: Tsarukyan Must Get Next UFC Lightweight Title Shot
Daniel Cormier says Arman Tsarukyan has earned the next crack at Justin Gaethje's belt after UFC White House upset. The UFC appears to agree, per Cormier's talk with Dana White.
Boots Ennis ready for 'goodnight' finish against Xander Zayas
Jaron 'Boots' Ennis told DAZN he has prepared for every style Xander Zayas might bring Saturday night. "It's going to be goodnight either way," he said.

Khan lit the fire in South Asian kids, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan's success lit the fire in South Asian kids, crediting the former world champion with inspiring a generation of British Asian boxers.

Whittaker sees openings ahead of Rivera clash
Ben Whittaker says he has found chinks in Richard Rivera's armor and feels ready for any scenario in their light-heavyweight clash, per Ring Magazine.
Jaron Ennis dismisses Xander Zayas: 'It's levels'
Jaron Ennis says Xander Zayas cannot match him in any area ahead of their welterweight fight, calling the skill gap 'levels' in a pointed ESPN interview.
Shara Bullet grabs Michel Pereira's neck at UFC Baku weigh-in
Shara Magomedov wrapped an arm around Michel Pereira's neck during their ceremonial weigh-in faceoff in Baku, forcing staff to separate both middleweights ahead of Saturday's co-main event.
UFC Baku weigh-in results: All 26 fighters make weight
All 26 fighters hit their marks Friday for UFC Fight Night 280 in Azerbaijan, with Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres both weighing 156 pounds for the main event.
Jon Jones hints at UFC return after Gable Steveson camp work
Former heavyweight champion Jon Jones says he's 'moving like I never left' while serving as Gable Steveson's main training partner ahead of UFC 329.
Ali Abdelaziz swung at Eric Nicksick backstage at UFC Apex
MMA manager Ali Abdelaziz took a swing at Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick backstage following Saturday's UFC event at the Apex, per multiple reports.
Gallagher vows to become world champion after MVP signing
Tysie Gallagher says she will become world champion after signing with MVP, telling BBC Sport she is excited to represent Britain on the global stage.
Sean O'Malley calls Petr Yan rematch biggest bantamweight fight
O'Malley argues his 2022 win over Yan makes their rematch bigger than the champion's planned trilogy with Merab Dvalishvili.
Jon Jones offers support to Dustin Poirier after arrest
Jones, who has faced similar incidents, told Poirier to keep his head up after footage showed the retired lightweight's drunken airport arrest.

Sonnen Says He Will Run For President
Chael Sonnen is running for President after announcing his 2028 presidential campaign, revealing he is already in the early stages of assembling his cabinet.

Aspinall Confirms He's Back In Training For Gane Rematch
Tom Aspinall is back in training — and the timeline he has just dropped points to a fight in late September or early October.
Boxing & UFC this weekend (26 June–28 June 2026): every fight, time and channel
Every boxing and UFC card this weekend, 26 June–28 June 2026. 7 events including Lee Selby vs Antonio Rizzo. Start times in UK and ET, broadcasters and how to watch.

Bivol Faces Elbow Surgery As WBO Orders Smith Mandatory
Dmitry Bivol's return to the ring will have to wait a little longer.

McGregor Admits He Got Lost After Conquering The Sport
Conor McGregor has said something this week that the version of himself from ten years ago would never have allowed.

Jones Reaches Out To Poirier After Arrest
Jon Jones reached out to Dustin Poirier this week — and the message carried the weight of someone who knows what the other side of the spotlight looks like.
Sean Strickland eyes December return for third fight of 2026
Strickland told fans on social media he's targeting a December cage return despite recovering from a shoulder injury sustained at UFC 328.
Chael Sonnen launches 2028 presidential campaign
Former UFC middleweight contender Chael Sonnen has announced a 2028 presidential run and is now accepting cabinet member applications.