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Bo Nickal: Colby Covington ended career to avoid UFC fight
Bo Nickal says Colby Covington turned down multiple UFC White House offers and retired rather than face him at 185 pounds.
Sean O'Malley on Fighting Outdoors at UFC White House
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley says outdoor conditions at UFC White House are unavoidable. 'You can't really prepare for it,' he told MMA Fighting.
Justin Gaethje fires back at Ilia Topuria's knockout prediction
Gaethje says Topuria has backed himself into a corner by predicting a first-round finish at UFC White House, dismissing claims he'll be knocked out in two minutes.
Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall press conference set for June 11
Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall face off at today's final presser ahead of their Misfits Boxing clash Saturday at AO Arena in Manchester.
Daniel Cormier tells Alex Pereira he's not GOAT yet despite UFC White House title shot
Cormier said Pereira would need heavyweight title defenses to surpass GSP and Khabib, even if he beats Gane on Sunday to become the first three-division UFC champion.
UFC Freedom 250: Inside the South Lawn event build
UFC erected a full fight card setup at the White House for 4,300 guests without digging into the South Lawn, a logistical feat involving Secret Service and portable infrastructure.
Conor McGregor used banned drugs during leg rehab, NYT reports
McGregor took performance-enhancing drugs to treat his broken leg, according to a New York Times investigation citing two people with direct knowledge.
Donald Trump clashes with Joe Biden in Presidential MMA Grand Prix
MMA Fighting has simulated a 45-president tournament ahead of UFC White House, pitting every commander-in-chief against each other in a bracket to crown the greatest fighter.
UFC White House arena revealed as Freedom 250 setup nears completion
Press got their first look inside the temporary South Lawn arena Wednesday, three days before UFC Freedom 250 goes live with 4,000 fans under the massive Claw structure.
UFC Freedom 250: Every White House Lawn Fight Ranked
ESPN breaks down all fights planned for the UFC's historic White House card by entertainment value, from the main event to the prelims.
Alex Pereira's Heavyweight Photo Draws Skepticism Before Gane Bout
Pereira has checked in at 258 pounds ahead of his UFC Freedom 250 clash with Ciryl Gane, with fans questioning whether the former two-division champion added mass the right way.
UFC Freedom 250 weather backup plan includes live broadcast delays
UFC will keep cameras rolling from a nearby location if storms threaten the South Lawn card Sunday, with a meteorologist monitoring conditions in real time.
Tony Ferguson reveals wrestling roots ahead of RAF 10 clash
Former UFC interim champ Tony Ferguson says his freestyle state titles and national runner-up finish prove wrestling saved his life before facing unbeaten Arman Tsarukyan at RAF 10 on June 13.
Derrick Lewis responds to Josh Hokit's bizarre mime threat
Derrick Lewis had a NSFW comeback after Josh Hokit threatened to have him kidnapped by mimes ahead of their June 14 clash at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn.
Alex Pereira doubts Josh Hokit's UFC future after trash talk
Pereira questioned whether Hokit will remain in the UFC after Sunday's White House card, calling the undefeated heavyweight's promotional tactics disrespectful.
Government Says UFC Freedom 250 at White House Violates No Laws
Federal attorneys argue the DOI and National Park Service broke no laws in permitting UFC Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn this Sunday, countering an emergency injunction.
Dana White: Tom Aspinall would have fought at White House if healthy
UFC president Dana White confirmed Tom Aspinall was set to face Alex Pereira at the UFC White House card before injury derailed the matchup.
PFL CEO open to Usman Nurmagomedov UFC move after contract expires
John Martin says PFL will make an offer to keep the undefeated lightweight champ but won't stand in his way if he wants to test free agency after his next fight.
UFC White House producer outlines weather plans for South Lawn
Craig Borsari says the promotion has a custom canvas cover and canopy to handle heat, with protocols to stay on air through light rain at Sunday's outdoor event.
Alex Pereira says Josh Hokit went quiet without security nearby
Pereira claims Hokit walked away when they crossed paths alone before last month's press conference blowup. The two heavyweights fight on separate bouts at UFC White House on June 14.