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Anthony Joshua's Cautious Revival Is Exactly What He Needs
Critics want fireworks, but Joshua's methodical rebuild after back-to-back Usyk losses shows the discipline that defines championship longevity. His patient path back deserves credit, not scorn.
Why Paddy Pimblett's Submission Game Defies Modern MMA Math
Pimblett's grappling metrics look pedestrian on paper—low takedown rate, modest control time—yet he keeps finding necks. The Liverpool lightweight's rear-naked choke success reveals a counterintuitive truth about finishing in the modern UFC.
Poirier Returns To The Desk Despite Arrest Fallout
Dustin Poirier will return to the broadcast desk this weekend at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas — his first Paramount+ assignment since his arrest for public intoxication at Atlanta International Airport on Father's Day.
McGregor Announces Fifth Career Surgery After UFC 329
Conor McGregor will undergo his fifth career surgery after tearing his ACL and meniscus 69 seconds into his UFC 329 rematch with Max Holloway.
MVP Details Plan To Challenge UFC Over Next Decade
Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian says the merged entity aims to create a Nike-Adidas dynamic with the UFC within seven to 10 years.
Mendez On Topuria Being Toughest Test For Nurmagomedov
Javier Mendez says Ilia Topuria would be the most challenging UFC opponent for newly free agent Usman Nurmagomedov, who stopped Archie Colgan at PFL New York.
Nurmagomedov Gambled On Himself After PFL Exit
Usman Nurmagomedov completed his PFL contract without a new deal in place, with manager Ali Abdelaziz confirming a 90-day exclusive negotiation window now begins.
Walker Unfazed By UFC Submission Record
Valter Walker tied Demian Maia's mark of five straight UFC submissions but dismisses the achievement, calling Fabricio Werdum the heavyweight GOAT instead.
Navajo Stirling Cracks Top 10 After Blachowicz Knockout
Navajo Stirling debuted at No. 6 in the UFC light heavyweight rankings after his sub-three-minute knockout of Jan Blachowicz at UFC Belgrade on Saturday.
McMillen Claims Volkanovski Has No Path To Victory
UFC featherweight prospect Tommy McMillen says he would beat champion Alexander Volkanovski if the promotion paid him the right amount of money.
Rogan Advises Verhoeven On UFC Move
Joe Rogan told Rico Verhoeven that boxing makes more financial sense than joining the UFC at this stage of his career, citing Eddie Hearn's involvement with the heavyweight.
Ian Garry Stars In PETA Vegan Campaign
UFC 330 welterweight Ian Garry appeared in a new PETA vegan campaign video, drawing backlash from sections of the MMA fanbase over the animal rights organisation's messaging.
Gamrot On Poirier's Energy Ahead Of Vegas Bout
Mateusz Gamrot says teammate Dustin Poirier's presence at UFC Vegas 120 on Aug. 8 will make him "immortal" against Quillan Salkilld.
Matt Brown On PFL-MVP Merger Versus UFC
Retired UFC welterweight Matt Brown called the PFL-Most Valuable Promotions merger smart business but said the combined company still has no chance of catching the UFC.
Carneiro Blasts White Over Nascimento Post
Renato Carneiro criticized Dana White for an Instagram post following Alan Nascimento's death, calling the UFC CEO's timing inappropriate.
Moicano Blasts White Over Instagram Tribute Gaffe
Renato Carneiro criticised Dana White after the UFC president posted a celebratory cigar photo immediately after mourning Allan Nascimento's death.
Prates Dismisses Brady Call-Out Until Title Shot
Carlos Prates says he won't respond to Sean Brady or Uros Medic until after he fights for the welterweight title, which he expects to win in his next bout.
Whittaker Eyes Ankalaev Next After Light Heavyweight Move
Robert Whittaker wants Magomed Ankalaev after his move to 205 pounds but ruled out Paulo Costa and teammates Carlos Ulberg and Navajo Stirling.
Rakhmonov Shows Wrestling In Recovery Footage
Shavkat Rakhmonov appears back on the mat drilling wrestling and striking in new training clips from his coach, nearly two years after his last UFC appearance.
Garcia Calls Davis 'Scared' After Haney Withdrawal
Ryan Garcia labeled Keyshawn Davis 'scared' after the lightweight turned down a $2.14 million purse to challenge Devin Haney on October 3.