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Josh Hokit fires back at Daniel Cormier criticism
UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit escalated his ongoing controversy with a profane response to Daniel Cormier after the Hall of Famer criticized his White House comments.
Kyoji Horiguchi apologizes after UFC Vegas 119 knockout loss
Horiguchi issued a public apology following his third-round stoppage to Manel Kape on Saturday, vowing to retrain and return despite the setback.
Rodriguez ready for any opponent after call-out challenge
Jesse Rodriguez tells BBC Sport he will fight anyone put in front of him as the light flyweight champion chases his next opponent.
Dana White reveals $150M roadblock for UFC Colosseum event
White says staging UFC fights at Rome's Colosseum would cost $150 million, money once tied to the scrapped Zuckerberg-Musk bout.
Bill Haney: Shakur Stevenson top target, Keyshawn Davis backup
Bill Haney says Shakur Stevenson remains the priority for Devin at 144 pounds, with Keyshawn Davis next if talks collapse. Davis is willing to fight at welterweight.
Oscar Collazo beats Neider Valdez by KO in round 2 on 20 June 2026
Oscar Collazo defeated Neider Valdez by KO, round 2 on 20 June 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Tsarukyan Fires Back At Adesanya's Lifestyle Criticism
Arman Tsarukyan has a simple response to Israel Adesanya's criticism — and it came with a sting attached.
UFC Freedom 250 Auction
The stool Ilia Topuria sat on before the fifth round that never happened is now the subject of a bidding war.
Kape Stops Horiguchi In The Third
Manel Kape is four fights into a winning streak and running out of patience waiting for a title shot.
De La Hoya On Davis Vs. Schofield
Oscar De La Hoya has not closed the door on Gervonta Davis versus Floyd Schofield — he has just made clear it is not opening anytime soon.
Du Plessis Returns To Face Usman
Two former champions are returning to the Octagon — and Oklahoma City gets the fight.
Rodriguez ready to face anyone after three-weight world title
Jesse Rodriguez says he will fight anyone next after capturing a three-weight world title, telling BBC Sport he is ready for whoever steps forward.
Manel Kape credits Kyoji Horiguchi for shaping his flyweight rise
Manel Kape told ESPN that Kyoji Horiguchi is the best fighter he has faced and credits the 2017 bout with shaping his flyweight trajectory.
Vergil Ortiz will fight this year, Oscar De La Hoya says
Oscar De La Hoya says Golden Boy is close to resolving its contract dispute with Vergil Ortiz Jr, who has been sidelined since November 2025.
Manel Kape beats Kyoji Horiguchi by TKO at UFC Vegas 119
Manel Kape defeated Kyoji Horiguchi by TKO at UFC Vegas 119. Full result, reaction and what's next.
UFC Vegas 119 Bonuses: Kape, Magomedov Earn $100K Awards
Manel Kape pocketed a Performance of the Night bonus for his third-round stoppage of Kyoji Horiguchi, while newcomer Murtazali Magomedov landed a twister finish.
De La Hoya blocks Garcia-Benn: Zuffa 'gets in the way'
Oscar De La Hoya says Ryan Garcia will fight Sept. 12 on DAZN, not Paramount+, as Golden Boy enforces promotional rights against Zuffa Boxing.
Tommy Fury dedicates victory to newborn son Midas
Tommy Fury has dedicated his latest win to his newborn son Midas, he told BBC Sport after his most recent bout.
Oscar De La Hoya pumps brakes on Gervonta Davis vs Floyd Schofield
Golden Boy's Oscar De La Hoya says Floyd Schofield will likely face Lucas Bahdi instead of Gervonta Davis for the WBA lightweight title.
Kamaru Usman moves to middleweight to face Du Plessis July 18
Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman will jump to 185 pounds to face ex-middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis at UFC Fight Night on July 18, ESPN reports.