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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.
Derrick Lewis gets pin for 75 clean drug tests, credits marijuana
UFC heavyweight Derrick Lewis received a pin for 75 consecutive clean drug tests at UFC White House media day, telling reporters marijuana helps him out.
Ciryl Gane dismisses Tom Aspinall cheater claims over eye poke
Gane brushed off accusations from Aspinall, who called the heavyweight a cheater after their October no-contest. 'This is his opinion,' Gane said ahead of UFC White House.
Sean Strickland responds to UFC White House snub
Strickland says the White House blocked his clearance for the UFC's recent visit, adding he would have banned himself too.
UFC Freedom 250 joins Fight Island among promotion's boldest experiments
The UFC's upcoming Freedom 250 card continues a tradition of risky ventures that includes Fight Island, international expansion, and broadcast deals that reshaped MMA.
Sean O'Malley: Petr Yan landed hardest shot of my career
Former bantamweight champ Sean O'Malley says current titleholder Petr Yan hit him with the hardest strike he's ever taken during their 2022 fight at UFC 280.
Sean Strickland on UFC White House snub: I'd ban me too
UFC middleweight champ Sean Strickland says he wasn't cleared for the UFC Freedom 250 card at the White House but insists he's not upset about the decision.
Georgio Poullas arrested in Florida after bachelor party brawl
The RAF grappler and his brother face battery charges after a Delray Beach altercation left two men injured, one through a glass table.
Michael Chandler picks Paddy Pimblett over Benoit St. Denis at UFC 329
Michael Chandler believes Paddy Pimblett will upset Benoit St. Denis in their July 11 lightweight clash at T-Mobile Arena, citing Pimblett's underrated skill set.
PFL CEO won't rush Usman Nurmagomedov contract talks
Professional Fighters League chief John Martin says the promotion will wait until after Nurmagomedov's July 31 title defense before opening negotiations.
RAF's Georgio Poullas arrested after alleged assault at sister's party
RAF wrestler Georgio Poullas faces aggravated battery charges after allegedly slamming a man through a glass table at a June 6 party in Delray Beach, Florida.
Dricus du Plessis says Kamaru Usman fight signed, blasts delay
Du Plessis claims he signed his UFC Oklahoma City bout agreement weeks ago, accusing Usman of stalling on his end. The former champ hinted fear is the reason.
Vitor Shaolin: Refs can cut fighter careers from 10 years to 2
Former champion turned UFC referee Vitor Shaolin defends his stoppage of the Van-Taira title fight, saying bad officiating can destroy a career through accumulated brain trauma.
Travis Pastrana to backflip dirt bike over White House lawn at UFC event
Nitro Circus star Travis Pastrana will launch his motorcycle over the South Lawn during UFC White House on June 13, skipping a rally championship event to make it happen.
UFC White House media day brings Freedom 250 stars to D.C.
UFC Freedom 250 fighters including Alex Pereira, Ilia Topuria, and Jon Jones addressed media Wednesday morning ahead of the historic White House event.
Ciryl Gane accepts blame for Aspinall eye poke at UFC 320
Gane admits he mistimed a kick before poking Aspinall in both eyes, ending their heavyweight title fight as a no contest last October.
Bo Nickal pushes back on critics ahead of UFC White House bout
Bo Nickal defends his UFC trajectory ahead of his June 14 White House card fight, saying fans discount his wrestling pedigree dating back to age five.
Kyle Daukaus admits he 'hated' UFC after release before resurgence
Kyle Daukaus stopped watching UFC events for months after his 2024 release but rebuilt his career through four straight CFFC wins to earn a second chance.
UFC Freedom 250 Preview: Open Thread June 10, 2026
MMA Mania highlights upcoming UFC Freedom 250 bouts and rankings shifts as Gabriel Bonfim climbs to No. 5 in his division following recent win.
Dricus du Plessis claims Kamaru Usman stalling UFC contract
Du Plessis says he signed weeks ago for the rumored UFC Oklahoma City headliner while Usman has yet to finalize the deal, per an Instagram post from the ex-champion.