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Prates Targets Makhachev NYC Showdown In November
Carlos Prates wants Islam Makhachev at UFC 334 in New York City on Nov. 14, declaring himself the welterweight title challenger after Makhachev's win over Garry.
ESPN Raises Prices As PFL Deal Nears End
ESPN is hiking subscription costs to $31.99/month for Unlimited starting Sept. 17, just months before its PFL contract expires at the end of 2026.
Larry Wheels Suffers Torn Biceps At Brand Risk 15
Social media influencer Larry Wheels tore his biceps during a boxing match at Brand Risk 15 in Miami last weekend, forcing a no-contest ruling.
Bella Mir Makes Weight For Contender Series Debut
Frank Mir's daughter Bella Mir stepped on the scale at 136 pounds ahead of her Contender Series bantamweight bout against Alex Apodaca on Tuesday night.
Bella Mir Sets Women's Contender Series Betting Record
Bella Mir opens as a -1600 favorite for her UFC Contender Series bout Tuesday, the biggest line ever set for a women's prospect on Dana White's feeder series.
Makhachev Throws In Towel After Shoulder Mishap At PFL Tampa
UFC lightweight champ Islam Makhachev stopped Magomed Magomedov's bout 11 seconds into round three after a failed corner attempt to reset a dislocated shoulder.
Stewart Embraces 'Bad Guy' Role Ahead Of Fenway BKFC Title Fight
BKFC featherweight champion Kai Stewart plans to play the villain when he defends his title against Harry Gigliotti at Fenway Park on hostile ground.
Chiesa: Morales' Size Could Pose Problem For Makhachev
UFC analyst Michael Chiesa believes Michael Morales' wrestling and physicality at 170 pounds could give Islam Makhachev more trouble than other contenders.
UFC Shanghai Card Set For Aug. 29 On Paramount+
Umar Nurmagomedov meets Song Yadong in Shanghai on Aug. 29. Prelims stream at 3 a.m. ET, main card at 6 a.m. ET on Paramount+.
Hernandez On Injury Claims After UFC Sacramento Loss
Anthony Hernandez revealed he fought with a shoulder injury at UFC Sacramento, dropping his second straight bout to Gregory Rodrigues in a 25-minute war.
Bella Mir Confirms Olympic Plans With White's Blessing
Mir plans to chase UFC gold and a 2028 Olympic medal simultaneously, with Dana White's support. She fights on Contender Series Tuesday ahead of World Championships.
Prochazka Shoots Down Costa Bout Rumors
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka says no fight is confirmed yet, despite social media chatter linking him to Paulo Costa at 205 pounds.
Masvidal Confirms UFC Talks On Edwards Fight
Jorge Masvidal says he's closing in on a UFC return, with Leon Edwards a target for settling their 2019 backstage incident. Numbers are 'getting closer and closer,' he told MMA Junkie.
Makhachev's Corner Work Criticized By Doctor
Islam Makhachev's attempt to treat teammate Magomed Magomedov's shoulder dislocation at PFL Tampa drew sharp criticism from a sports physician online.
PFL CEO Says Eblen-Van Steenis Rematch Biggest Fight Ever
PFL CEO John Martin called the postponed Johnny Eblen vs. Costello van Steenis title unification bout the biggest fight in company history, citing bad blood between the rivals.
Padilla Calls Out Miller After UFC Sacramento Win
Chris Padilla wants Jim Miller next after submitting Nasrat Haqparast in the third round at UFC Sacramento. The lightweight called out the veteran immediately after his win.
Martin On Cyborg's Shields Boxing Callout After PFL Win
PFL CEO John Martin praised Cris Cyborg after her win over Ketlen Vieira and said a boxing match with Claressa Shields is now possible following the promotion's merger with MVP.
White Confirms UFC Handled Fazil Incident Behind Scenes
Dana White acknowledged the UFC addressed a serious confrontation involving Namo Fazil during Contender Series week but declined to share details of what happened.
Burns Names UFC's Best MMA Jiu-Jitsu Fighters
Gilbert Burns picked Charles Oliveira as the UFC's top MMA jiu-jitsu fighter and Diego Lopes as the best pure grappler in a recent interview.
De Ridder Reveals Weight Cut Hell Before UFC Division Move
Reinier de Ridder says his fight week before losing to Caio Borralho at UFC middleweight was the worst of his career, prompting his move to 205 pounds.