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Gaethje-Topuria Rematch Under Consideration
UFC commentator Jon Anik believes the promotion is seriously weighing an immediate rematch between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria.
Moraes Hip Tosses Motorist During Traffic Stop
Former UFC bantamweight Marlon Moraes took down a confrontational motorist during a South Florida traffic stop while working as a police officer.
Makhachev Accepts Burroughs Callout With One Catch
Islam Makhachev responded to Jordan Burroughs' wrestling challenge after the Olympic gold medalist's dominant win in Moscow, but the UFC champ wants it in the cage.
Rakhmonov Admits UFC Return Far From Guaranteed
Shavkat Rakhmonov says his return to the octagon is uncertain after a knee injury he sustained fighting Ian Garry in December 2024 worsened during the bout.
Chimaev Rules Out Borralho And Du Plessis For Next UFC Fight
Khamzat Chimaev says the UFC told him Caio Borralho and Dricus Du Plessis are injured, leaving Strickland and Imavov as potential opponents for his return.
Pimblett Shoots Down Topuria December Fight Rumor
Paddy Pimblett says the UFC hasn't offered him a December clash with Ilia Topuria despite recent speculation from Sean O'Malley's coach Tim Welch.
Wood Apologises After Upset Loss At UFC Paris
Nathaniel Wood said he failed to perform after losing to debutant Pavel Andrusca at UFC Paris on Sept. 5, ending his four-fight win streak.
Costa Says UFC Rejected Interim Title Bid For 332
Paulo Costa claims the UFC turned down his request to compete for an interim light heavyweight title at UFC 332 in October, despite the card needing a stronger main event.
Costa Questions Pereira Heavyweight Ranking
Paulo Costa says the UFC applies double standards after Alex Pereira kept his heavyweight ranking despite losing his only fight at 265 pounds.
Zalal Confirms Factory X Split, Talks With Wittman
Youssef Zalal has left Factory X after years with the Colorado gym and is now in discussions with Trevor Wittman about training at ONX.
Ortega Claims UFC Avoids Elite Outside Fighters
Brian Ortega says the promotion won't sign certain fighters because they could beat its roster. The former title challenger made the comments while training with A.J. McKee.
Fury Calls Out Usyk For Trilogy After Joshua Deal Collapses
Tyson Fury has shifted focus to a third fight with Oleksandr Usyk after negotiations with Anthony Joshua broke down again, calling out the Ukrainian for a November bout.
Anik Reveals UFC's Topuria-Gaethje Rematch Plans
UFC commentator Jon Anik says the promotion is giving strong consideration to an immediate rematch between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria after June's lightweight title fight.
Anik On Gaethje's Next Fight After Topuria Win
UFC commentator Jon Anik says the promotion is considering an immediate rematch between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria after Gaethje's title-winning upset in June.
Ferguson Defends Misfits Title In Miami Sept. 26
Tony Ferguson returns to defend his Misfits Boxing middleweight title against Kenzo Biyong on Sept. 26 in Miami. Ferguson is 2-0 with the promotion after an eight-fight UFC skid.
Rakhmonov Regrets Taking Garry Fight While Injured
Shavkat Rakhmonov told ALF Global he entered UFC 310 with a pre-existing knee injury and believes accepting the Ian Machado Garry bout was a mistake.
Shevchenko's Coach Explains Flyweight Title Vacancy
Valentina Shevchenko's coach Pavel Fedotov says shoulder and back ligament injuries will sideline her eight months, prompting her to vacate the UFC flyweight belt.
Garry Says He Beats Makhachev In Rematch
Ian Machado Garry believes he would defeat Islam Makhachev in a rematch after losing their UFC 330 welterweight title fight in August.
Hooker Confronts French Fans After UFC Paris Loss
Dan Hooker had to be restrained by security after French fans mocked him following his first-round TKO loss to Salahdine Parnasse at UFC Paris.
Rakhmonov On Potential Makhachev Title Fight
Shavkat Rakhmonov believes he'd be competitive against Islam Makhachev at welterweight once he's cleared to return from injury, targeting early 2027 for his comeback.