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Chuck Liddell says Tito Ortiz was 'terrified' of him in UFC
Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz revisit their storied UFC rivalry two decades after their first fight at UFC 47, with Dana White claiming Ortiz feared facing Liddell.
Rafael Fiziev surprised by UFC Baku main event slot after loss
Rafael Fiziev headlines UFC Baku on June 27 against Manuel Torres, admitting he was shocked to get the main event after his last stoppage loss.
Michael Morales preparing as replacement for UFC 330 title fight
Welterweight contender Michael Morales will make weight for UFC 330 on August 15 in Philadelphia, positioning himself as a replacement should Islam Makhachev or Ian Garry fall out.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 pushed to 2027 amid legal trouble
Floyd Mayweather's rematch with Manny Pacquiao will not happen in 2026 as planned, with the fight reportedly moved to January 2027 if it goes ahead at all.
Conor McGregor on legal troubles: 'Fame has its pitfalls'
McGregor says he sought treatment and is working to overcome old habits as he prepares for his UFC 329 comeback against Max Holloway on July 11.
Cris Cyborg to defend PFL title vs. Ketlen Vieira in retirement bout
Cris Cyborg will defend her PFL featherweight title against Ketlen Vieira on Aug. 22 in Tampa, with the champion calling it her final fight.
Tom Aspinall ready to fight if UFC 'respects' his pay demands
Tom Aspinall says he's ready to return after eye surgeries, but manager Eddie Hearn insists the UFC heavyweight champ deserves a bigger payday for his Ciryl Gane rematch.