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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.
Alexander Volkanovski targets August or September return
UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is eyeing an August or September return, with undefeated No. 1 contender Movsar Evloev the likely opponent.
Ciryl Gane embraces fight game ahead of UFC Freedom 250
Gane heads into his fifth UFC title fight with a new understanding of MMA's promotional stakes, per ESPN's report on the heavyweight contender's evolving mindset.
Josh Hokit yells at Alex Pereira in hotel confrontation
Hokit confronted Pereira in a hotel elevator ahead of UFC White House, calling the heavyweight contender a coward as tensions escalate before Sunday's card.
U.S. Government: UFC Freedom 250 Violates No Federal Laws
Federal attorneys defend Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event, arguing Interior Dept. and National Park Service broke no laws by approving it on federal land.
Eddie Alvarez doubts Conor McGregor UFC 329 comeback
Former lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez says McGregor's five-year layoff is too long to return against an active Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11.
Matt Brown dismisses Dana White's Pereira GOAT claim over Jones
Retired UFC welterweight Matt Brown called Dana White's claim that Alex Pereira could surpass Jon Jones as GOAT 'promoter talk' ahead of UFC White House.
Steve Garcia warns of heat concerns for UFC White House fight
Garcia recalls his pro debut outdoors in Albuquerque where the canvas became so hot that ice had to be dumped on the mat between bouts to prevent fighters burning their feet.
Islam Makhachev picks Ilia Topuria over Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250
Makhachev expects the White House main event to end early, with age favoring the undefeated Georgian over the veteran American contender.
Joe Rogan to call UFC White House despite criticizing event
Joe Rogan will work commentary at UFC White House on June 14 despite publicly questioning the event's timing and conditions for fighters.
Alex Pereira dismisses Ciryl Gane using ex-kickboxing rival in camp
Pereira says Artem Vakhitov's presence in Gane's camp won't help his opponent at UFC Freedom 250, claiming the sports are different and he's evolved since their 2021 rematch.
Steve Garcia feels 'disrespected' despite seven-fight win streak
Steve Garcia says he's being overlooked heading into his UFC Freedom 250 bout with Diego Lopes on Sunday, despite six knockouts in his current seven-fight run.
Darren Till banned from Misfits Boxing event in Manchester
Darren Till says Misfits barred him from Saturday's Eddie Hall vs. Tommy Fury card after John Fury inserted a contract clause blocking his attendance.
Derrick Lewis vows knockout at UFC White House for Trump
Lewis promises to perform for President Trump against Josh Hokit this weekend, saying he doesn't want to make the commander-in-chief look bad.
UFC unveils custom fighter kits, gloves for White House card
The UFC has revealed specialized gear for fighters competing at its June 14 White House event, including patriotic kits and commemorative gloves.
Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje explode in UFC White House interview
UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria and interim lightweight champ Justin Gaethje traded expletives during a face-to-face interview ahead of Sunday's main event.
Dricus du Plessis blames opponent for UFC fight delay
Former UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis says he signed his next fight contract weeks ago, but his opponent has yet to follow suit.
Josh Hokit says Derrick Lewis quit at UFC 324, lost his respect
Hokit told UFC on Paramount that Lewis gave up in his loss to Cortes-Acosta and believes his opponent's mind is no longer there ahead of UFC Freedom 250.