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Ngannou claims Verhoeven was robbed against Usyk
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven was the real winner against Oleksandr Usyk after the referee stopped their bout. The heavyweight drew on his own crossover experience.
Habirora says respect comes first after Henderson knockout loss
Patrick Habirora says he and Benson Henderson will share a drink after their PFL Brussels bout, calling for respect in combat sports over rivalry narratives.
Patrick Habirora beats Benson Henderson by KO in round 1 at PFL Brussels
Patrick Habirora defeated Benson Henderson by KO, round 1 at PFL Brussels. Full result, reaction and what's next.
PFL Brussels weigh-in erupts as Abaev, Poclit brawl
Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit threw punches during Friday's ceremonial weigh-ins for PFL Brussels, forcing security to intervene.
UFC BJJ Opens launches to create pathway to world titles
UFC BJJ announced a new tournament series open to all skill levels, with the first event set for Aug. 22 in Las Vegas and four planned for 2026.
Ilia Topuria documentary drops on Paramount+ before UFC White House
Paramount+ will premiere a documentary on featherweight champion Ilia Topuria ahead of the UFC's first-ever White House event, per Sherdog.
Liam Crelinsten beats Max Livingston by SUB in round 2 at UFC BJJ 8
Liam Crelinsten defeated Max Livingston by SUB, round 2 at UFC BJJ 8. Full result, reaction and what's next.
MVP Rousey vs. Carano hits 17 million peak viewers on Netflix
MVP MMA's Rousey vs. Carano peaked at 17 million globally and 11.6 million in the US, making it the most-viewed MMA event in American history.
Scott Coker launching new MMA promotion in 2027 with $60M
The former Strikeforce and Bellator CEO has secured $60 million in funding for a new fight league set to debut in 2027, backed by investors including Tony Hawk and Peter Levin.
Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria (Recap Pending)
Islam Makhachev (28-1-0) faces Ilia Topuria (17-0-0) on Tuesday. Full tale of the tape, best odds and our prediction.
Rousey on British MMA growth: 'It wasn't even a career path'
Ronda Rousey told DAZN that MMA offered no professional pathway when she started competing, highlighting the sport's transformation in Britain.
UFC opens first Youth Wellness Center during UFC 328 fight week
The promotion unveiled its first-ever Youth Wellness Center in Newark on May 6, offering mental health services and nutrition education to local youth.
MMA Fan Launches Solo Lobbying Campaign Against TKO Boxing Bill
Mike Fox has built policy proposals and contacted multiple campaigns to oppose TKO's Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act and push for fighter protections.
Paramount-WBD seeks FCC approval for 49.5% foreign ownership
Saudi Arabia's PIF, Abu Dhabi's L'Imad, and Qatar Investment Authority will collectively own 38.5% of Paramount-WBD equity shares, which holds UFC broadcast rights.
MVP Rousey vs. Carano pulls 11.6M US viewers on Netflix
The MVP MMA debut featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano drew 11.6 million peak US viewers, making it the most-watched MMA event in American history.
Rousey blames UFC decline on White stepping back from control
Ronda Rousey says Dana White's reduced role at UFC is behind the promotion's struggles, telling Bloody Elbow the product has declined under new leadership.
Dustin Poirier rips Nate Diaz performance against Mike Perry
Poirier told Diaz he "looked like dog shit" against Perry and renewed his 170-pound callout with drug testing on the table.
Conor McGregor mocks Nate Diaz over Mike Perry loss
McGregor took to social media to mock Diaz after the Stockton fighter declined a fight offer, referencing Diaz's boxing loss to Perry and teasing a trilogy bout.
Sterling, Dvalishvili blast ref in controversial MVP card finish
Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili claim Phumi Nkuta's opponent held a choke two seconds past the bell at MVP's event, calling it bad officiating.
Arman Tsarukyan tries to jump gate at MVP event to fight Namo Fazil
UFC lightweight Arman Tsarukyan attempted to leap a barrier and confront Namo Fazil cageside at MVP's Rousey vs. Carano card before pursuing him backstage.