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Murtazali Magomedov lands 2026's nastiest UFC submission
Magomedov's Scottish twister against Melsik Baghdasaryan at UFC Vegas 119 earned MMA Fighting's Submission of the Midyear honors for the first half of 2026.
Manu Kape Cracks UFC Flyweight Top Five After Comeback Win
Manu Kape moved into the top five at 125 pounds following his comeback knockout at UFC 327, positioning himself for a title eliminator next.
Benoit Saint-Denis staph infection watch starts again at UFC 329
Fight fans have spotted what they believe is another staph infection on Benoit Saint-Denis ahead of UFC 329, marking at least the third time the lightweight has faced such scrutiny.
Jordan Burroughs to Face UFC's Sean Brady at RAF 12 in August
Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs meets UFC welterweight Sean Brady in a catchweight wrestling match at RAF 12 on Aug. 22 in Cleveland.
Jones Says UFC Freedom 250 'Humbled' Him
Jon Jones watched UFC Freedom 250 from the outside. He was not on the card, and the relationship between Jones and the UFC has been strained enough in recent months that his absence was not a surprise. But he watched, and what he saw apparently affected him more than he expected.
UFC Freedom 250 Documentary
UFC Freedom 250 drew 34 million global viewers, making it the most-watched event in the promotion's history.
Austin Trout knocked out after Apollo Creed BKFC walkout
Former WBA boxing champion Austin Trout was brutally stopped in round two at BKFC Liberty Brawl after entering to a Rocky IV-themed Apollo Creed tribute.
Joey Chestnut 96% favorite for Nathan's Hot Dog Contest win
Oddsmakers give competitive eater Joey Chestnut a 96% chance of winning his 18th Nathan's title on July 4, per Action Network. Only 8% odds he breaks his own record.
LeBron James MMA jokes flood social media after Lakers exit
Multiple MMA promotions jokingly announced LeBron James signings after the 41-year-old NBA star became a free agent following his Lakers departure.
ADCC 2026 roster drops three champs, keeps wanted suspect
Three reigning ADCC champions are off the September card in Poland, but a competitor wanted on sexual assault charges remains listed, sparking calls for a boycott.
Aline Pereira defends Karate Combat title vs. ex-Bellator champ
Aline Pereira, sister of UFC star Alex Pereira, defends her Karate Combat flyweight belt against former Bellator champion Juliana Velasquez on July 24 in Miami.
Reinier de Ridder vs. Roman Dolidze set for UFC Sacramento
Reinier de Ridder and Roman Dolidze will meet at light heavyweight in August at UFC Sacramento, with both fighters looking to snap two-fight skids.
Jon Jones backs Conor McGregor UFC 329 return: 'I'm proud of him'
Jon Jones says he admires Conor McGregor's decision to return at UFC 329 next Saturday despite financial security, calling the Irish star 'a fighter in his heart.'
Santiago Ponzinibbio faces Sam Patterson at UFC Abu Dhabi
Santiago Ponzinibbio meets British finisher Sam Patterson at UFC Fight Night 282 on July 25 in Abu Dhabi, per the promotion's announcement Friday.
Floyd Mayweather clears legal hurdle as judge denies restraining order
A federal judge ruled in Mayweather's favor after promoter CSI attempted to block his bout with Mike Zambidis, clearing the path for the exhibition to proceed.
Fighter taps out one second into MMA bout, cites motorcycle crash
Michel Pantoja knelt and surrendered immediately after gloves touched at Lions Fight in Brazil, later blaming injuries from a motorcycle accident for the bizarre forfeit.
Jiri Prochazka Rolls in Stinging Nettle to Sharpen Fight IQ
The former UFC light heavyweight champion stripped down and walked through stinging nettle as part of his training camp, continuing his unconventional preparation methods.
Paddy Pimblett rules out Ilia Topuria fight after UFC 329
Pimblett says Topuria won't return before year's end after the damage he absorbed at UFC White House, casting doubt on a summer showdown between the lightweights.
MMA Fighting names two 2026 Fight of the Midyear winners
Gaethje's upset over Topuria at UFC White House and Hokit's war with Blaydes at UFC 327 share MMA Fighting's midyear honors after a wild first half of 2026.
Herb Dean under scrutiny: Can UFC remove controversial referee?
Herb Dean's recent officiating mistakes have fans questioning his future, but the UFC has limited power to remove referees from cards, MMA Mania reports.