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Daniel Cormier warns Ian Garry's prediction risks backfire vs Islam Makhachev
Former two-division UFC champ says Garry's plan to showcase skills before late finish against Makhachev could spell trouble at UFC 330 in Philadelphia on Aug. 15.
Tracy Cortez explains Fight Ready exit ahead of UFC 329
Cortez moved to Mexico City's UFC Performance Institute after coach Santino Defranco retired, saying she outgrew the Scottsdale gym where she trained for years.
Khabib Nurmagomedov won't return even for grappling, teammate says
Zubaira Tukhugov says Khabib Nurmagomedov trains twice daily but is 99% certain the former UFC champion won't compete in any combat sport again.
Chechen MMA fighter Dzhihad Yunusov killed in Ukraine war
Former ACA fighter Dzhihad Yunusov has died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, months after expulsion from Ramzan Kadyrov's Akhmat Fight Club.
Ian Garry sees Sean Strickland as blueprint for Islam Makhachev upset
Garry believes Strickland's UFC 328 upset of Chimaev proves he can dethrone welterweight champion Makhachev at UFC 330 on Aug. 15.
Paddy Pimblett recalls Ferrero Rocher disaster, worst cuts
Pimblett detailed his 2016 vomiting incident after an 8-kilogram water cut and a Starbucks run that included a full pack of Ferrero Rocher chocolates before his Cage Warriors title fight.
Henry Cejudo rips Herb Dean's refereeing: 'Gotta hold them accountable'
Former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo criticized veteran referee Herb Dean for what he called timid officiating, arguing officials need to be held responsible.
Paddy Pimblett: Ilia Topuria too small for lightweight
Paddy Pimblett says Ilia Topuria is a 'fat featherweight' who would drop back to 145 pounds after fighting him, per Spinnin Backfist interview.
Conor McGregor reveals no-flash camp ahead of UFC 329 return
Conor McGregor says his team cut no corners preparing for his July 11 welterweight rematch with Max Holloway at UFC 329 in Las Vegas.
Josh Emmett targets lightweight return after admitting 145-pound cut
Emmett, riding a three-fight skid, says the featherweight cut is 'crazy' and hurting his performances. The 41-year-old plans to fight at 155 by year's end.
Jiri Prochazka Uses Stinging Nettles in Bushido Training Ritual
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka walked into a nettle bush as part of a ceremonial strengthening ritual marking summer's start, he revealed this week.
Zabit Magomedsharipov injured, pulls out of Moscow grappling match
Former UFC featherweight Zabit Magomedsharipov has withdrawn from his July 5 grappling match against Raul Rosas Jr. due to injury, Sherdog reports.
McGregor says 170-pound move brings 'different thud' vs Holloway
Conor McGregor says fighting at welterweight will bring a different level of power when he faces Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas.
Murat Gassiev elevated to full WBA heavyweight champion
Gassiev was promoted after Oleksandr Usyk vacated, but his July 11 title defense lost its opponent when Tony Yoka withdrew with a back injury.
Zabit Magomedsharipov withdraws from grappling return with injury
Former UFC featherweight contender Zabit Magomedsharipov pulled out of his first match in nearly seven years after suffering an injury ahead of ACBJJ 21 on Sunday.
Usyk vacates heavyweight belts with eyes on fresh challenges
Oleksandr Usyk says vacating his heavyweight titles is a calculated step toward fresh opportunities, with more to come in his career.
Oscar De La Hoya rips Ryan Garcia-Conor Benn fight plans
Golden Boy promoter says he has not been approached about the reported September 12 fight despite a two-fight Saudi deal for Garcia.
BKFC boss rips fighter after weigh-in shove nearly sends opponent off stage
David Feldman erupted at Pat Sullivan after the Philadelphia fighter shoved Ruben Arroyo during Thursday's BKFC Liberty Brawl weigh-ins, calling him a 'f*cking punk.'
Mayweather-Zambidis cleared after judge denies TRO attempt
Floyd Mayweather's exhibition against Mike Zambidis survived a legal challenge after a federal judge rejected CSI's temporary restraining order request.
Gamrot vs. Salkilld set to headline UFC Vegas 120 in August
Mateusz Gamrot will face surging Aussie Quillan Salkilld in the UFC Vegas 120 main event Aug. 8 at the Apex, the promotion announced Thursday.