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Jefferson Nascimento calls Chase Hooper 'easy money' ahead of UFC Baku debut
The unbeaten Brazilian lightweight makes his UFC debut at welterweight on June 27 and has his sights set on a future bout with Hooper.
Errol Spence Jr vs Tim Tszyu PPV lands on DAZN for July 25
Spence's comeback fight against Tszyu on July 25 will stream through DAZN pay-per-view and Prime Video PPV, with DAZN Ultimate subscribers getting included access.
Justin Gaethje cracks ESPN pound-for-pound top 10 after title win
Gaethje's lightweight title victory over Ilia Topuria earned him a spot in ESPN's updated MMA pound-for-pound rankings, reshuffling the top 10.
Justin Gaethje nominated for Best Fighter at 2026 ESPY awards
UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje earned a Best Fighter nomination at the 2026 ESPYs following his stoppage win over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250.
PFL pushes MENA event to July 10 in Riyadh venue switch
The Professional Fighters League moved its Saudi Arabia card from June 19 in Jeddah to July 10 at Boulevard Studios in Riyadh, keeping Hattan Alsaif and Malik Basahel on the bill.
Charles Oliveira: Conor McGregor avoided me for Max Holloway
Charles Oliveira says Conor McGregor dodged a fight with him at UFC 329 because the Irishman viewed Max Holloway as an easier opponent after Oliveira beat Holloway at UFC 326.
Mayweather vs. Zambidis exhibition canceled per court filing
Floyd Mayweather's scheduled exhibition against Mike Zambidis in Greece this Saturday has been scrapped, according to federal court records filed Thursday.
Arman Tsarukyan risks UFC title shot after rejecting Gamrot rematch
Paddy Pimblett claims Tsarukyan turned down a chance to avenge his only UFC loss to Mateusz Gamrot, jeopardizing his lightweight title opportunity.
Viviane Araujo eyes PFL title shot with Carmouche win at San Diego
Viviane Araujo faces former flyweight champion Liz Carmouche at PFL San Diego on June 27, with a title shot potentially on the line for the UFC veteran.
UFC's New AI Rankings Draw Mixed Reactions From Fans, Media
The UFC's Meta-powered rankings system launched this week to confusion and criticism, with analysts questioning whether the AI approach solves longstanding credibility issues.
Rafael Fiziev headlines UFC Baku against Manuel Torres
Rafael Fiziev faces Manuel Torres in the UFC Baku main event Saturday at National Gymnastics Arena as he looks to rebound from his loss to Mauricio Ruffy.
Joe Cordina charged with assault, forced out of Mason fight
Former IBF super featherweight champion Joe Cordina faces assault charges stemming from a February incident in Cardiff, forcing him out of his scheduled title shot.
Manuel Torres on Gaethje's Topuria upset: 'It went well for me'
Torres faces Rafael Fiziev in his first UFC main event Saturday after Gaethje's fourth-round stoppage of Topuria opened up the lightweight division.
Conor McGregor says he 'got lost' in his own fame
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor acknowledged the pitfalls of his rapid rise to stardom, saying he 'got lost' amid worldwide fame.
Usyk team weighs Kabayel fight, retirement as WBC deadline looms
Oleksandr Usyk's camp says the former undisputed champion may have already fought for the last time, with a decision expected by week's end on whether to face Agit Kabayel or vacate the WBC title.
Liam Paro eyes legacy fights after securing world title
Liam Paro says his world title secured massive paydays and he's targeting legacy fights at light welterweight, telling Ring Magazine he doesn't want to die wondering.
Ilia Topuria targeting December return after UFC White House loss
Former UFC champion Ilia Topuria could fight again by December after suffering two broken orbital bones in his loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC White House.
Drew Dober sympathizes with Dustin Poirier retirement struggle
UFC lightweight Drew Dober says he shares Dustin Poirier's fear of retirement after the former title contender's recent arrest for public intoxication highlighted struggles adapting to life outside the cage.
Khan inspired 'majority' of South Asian boxers, says Abdul Khan
Abdul Khan says Amir Khan's success inspired the majority of South Asian boxers in Britain, lighting a fire in an entire generation who saw representation at elite level.
Gallagher targets world title after MVP signing
Tysie Gallagher says she will become world champion after signing with MVP. The British boxer told BBC Sport her global ambitions are now within reach.