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Perez Reveals Strategy Shift That Earned UFC Deal
Cristian Perez abandoned his grappling approach on Dana White's Contender Series, opting for a knockout finish over Logan Paxton to secure his UFC contract.

Miller Earns UFC Deal With Rare Shoulder Choke
Trent Miller secured a UFC contract after landing the second Von Flue choke in Contender Series history, finishing Douglas Rodrigues in the second round at DWCS Week 2.

Dana White Signs Six Fighters After DWCS Week 2
UFC boss awarded a record six contracts Tuesday night after Contender Series Week 2, including one fighter who lost his bout.

Cejudo Doubts Garry Gets Another UFC Title Shot
Henry Cejudo says Ian Garry's respectful approach at UFC 330 cost him future championship opportunities. The former two-division champ told MMA Junkie the Irishman failed to promote the fight.

Thompson Warns On Rakhmonov's UFC Return
Stephen Thompson says Shavkat Rakhmonov will return from injury more dangerous than ever. The undefeated welterweight has been sidelined since late 2024.

Jones Roasts Cormier After Khabib GOAT Pick
Jon Jones fired back at Daniel Cormier for naming Khabib Nurmagomedov the UFC's greatest fighter, calling the former rival's jealousy "deep" and unflattering.

Lorenz Stops Aly In First-Round Redemption
Alik Lorenz knocked out Mahamed Aly at 2:23 of the first round on Contender Series, erasing his own quick loss from Season 9 with a violent finish in Las Vegas.
Fazil Stops Brito In DWCS Season 10 Return
Namo Fazil defeated former Oktagon champion Kaik Brito in the welterweight headliner of Dana White's Contender Series Season 10, Week 2 at the UFC APEX Tuesday night.

Makhachev Tells Cancer Patient 'Never Give Up' After UFC 330
Islam Makhachev shared an inspiring message with a cancer patient he flew to UFC 330 after breaking Anderson Silva's consecutive-win record Saturday in Philadelphia.
UFC Contender Series Results: Fazil Tops Brito
Namo Fazil headlined UFC Contender Series Season 10, Episode 2 on Tuesday night, defeating Kaik Brito in the welterweight main event at the APEX.

Khabib On Barboza's Retirement After UFC 330
Khabib Nurmagomedov called Edson Barboza a legend after the 40-year-old lightweight hung up his gloves at UFC 330, seven years after the pair's title eliminator bout.

Garcia On Inoue-Rodriguez And Stevenson Blueprint
Trainer Robert Garcia discussed Naoya Inoue vs. Bam Rodriguez, Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s chances against Jaron Ennis, and how to beat Shakur Stevenson on the Mr. Verzace Podcast.

Talbott Reveals Why He Vanished After Cejudo Win
Payton Talbott told reporters he stepped away from media for 10 months to protect what matters most, but never stopped training for his UFC 332 return against Deiveson Figueiredo.

Robertson On Thomas Apology: 'For TV Purposes And Ratings'
Gillian Robertson said Din Thomas told her team his public apology was issued for television purposes, casting doubt on his sincerity after UFC 330.

Strickland Fires Back At Woodley Over Din Thomas
Sean Strickland and Tyron Woodley traded heated messages after the UFC middleweight champion criticized coach Din Thomas following UFC 330.

Teixeira Offers Pereira Path To Gane Rematch
Glover Teixeira says Alex Pereira should face Josh Hokit next to earn another crack at Ciryl Gane and the UFC heavyweight title.

Robertson Rejects Thomas Apology Over Insincerity
Gillian Robertson turned down Din Thomas's public apology after the coach told her team privately that his on-air mea culpa was "more so for TV purposes and ratings."

Figueiredo Faces Talbott At UFC 332
Former two-time flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo meets unbeaten Payton Talbott in a bantamweight clash at UFC 332 on Oct. 3 in Salt Lake City.

UFC Announces OVO Collection Drop This Friday
UFC and Drake's OVO brand launch their second capsule collection Friday at 10 a.m. ET, with welterweight Mike Malott fronting the campaign across both official stores.

Makhachev's UFC 330 Win Sparks Legacy Debate
Islam Makhachev retained his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330, but the narrow victory has divided the MMA community on what it means for his legacy.