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Arman Tsarukyan defends coach after Chimaev loss criticism
Tsarukyan pushed back on claims that strength coach Sam Calavitta overtrained Khamzat Chimaev before his UFC 327 loss, saying the final garage session lasted just 15-20 minutes.
Alex Pereira Heads To the Big Screen With Horror Thriller 'Onslaught'
Alex Pereira is expanding his portfolio beyond the Octagon. A24 has released the trailer for 'Onslaught', an action horror thriller starring the UFC star as a character known as The Butcher, with the film set for release on September 4.
Guida Backs Steveson For Rapid UFC Rise
Clay Guida has offered a strong endorsement of Gable Steveson ahead of his UFC debut at UFC 329 on July 11.
Trump Suggests White House Octagon Could Become Permanent
Donald Trump has floated the idea that the octagon and stage structure being constructed on the White House South Lawn for UFC Freedom 250 might never come down.
Scott Coker's New MMA Promotion Takes Shape
Scott Coker's upcoming MMA promotion is building its leadership structure, announcing six executive hires.
GSP Reveals Three Conditions That Killed Anderson Silva Fight
Georges St-Pierre has finally explained why the fight many consider the greatest matchup never made in UFC history never happened — and the answer is simpler than the years of speculation suggested.
Ilia Topuria fires back at Justin Gaethje's father ahead of June 14 fight
Topuria dismissed doubts from Gaethje's father on social media, referencing June 14 and his track record of silencing bigger, stronger opponents.
Islam Makhachev predicts Max Holloway beats Conor McGregor
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev says McGregor's comeback is good for the sport but picks Holloway to win the fight.
Exodus Named UFC's First Official Payments Partner
Exodus Movement has secured a long-term deal as UFC's inaugural Official Payments Partner, with Octagon branding at U.S. events and integration at UFC Freedom 250.
Makhachev Confirms August Return Plan
Islam Makhachev has confirmed he will be ready to return to the Octagon in August, with Ian Machado Garry identified as the frontrunner for his first welterweight title defence following a hand injury that delayed the champion's initial plans.
Topuria Fires Back At Gaethje's Father
Ilia Topuria has responded to comments made by Justin Gaethje's father ahead of their lightweight title unification bout at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.
Ben Askren Returns to Competition At RAF 11
Less than a year after undergoing a double lung transplant following a severe bout of pneumonia that left him in a coma for 45 days, Ben Askren has announced he will face former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad at RAF 11 on July 18 in Milwaukee.
Covington Leaves Door Open For UFC Return
Colby Covington has walked back the finality of his UFC retirement, admitting the decision is far from settled and making clear that if he does return to MMA competition, it will only be inside the Octagon.
Eddie Hearn calls on UFC to release Tom Aspinall, offers triple pay
Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn has publicly demanded UFC president Dana White release heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, promising at least triple his current earnings.
UFC Monthly Report May 2026: Haddon, Ardelean, Asakura Win Top Awards
Cody Haddon earned Breakout Performance for his bantamweight win over Aoriqileng at UFC Macau, while Alice Ardelean delivered the first capsule lock submission in UFC history.
Eddie Hearn calls on Dana White to release Tom Aspinall from UFC
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn says he'll drop Conor Benn legal action if UFC releases heavyweight Tom Aspinall, promising triple his current pay.
Islam Makhachev FaceTimes fan battling cancer
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev connected with a cancer patient via video call in a moment shared widely on social media.
Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane (Recap Pending)
Alex Pereira (13-3-0) faces Ciryl Gane (13-2-0 (1 NC)) on Monday. Full tale of the tape, best odds and our prediction.
Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje (Recap Pending)
Ilia Topuria (17-0-0) faces Justin Gaethje (27-5-0) on Monday. Full tale of the tape, best odds and our prediction.
Makhachev Responds To McGregor's Return
Islam Makhachev has welcomed Conor McGregor's comeback while making clear where he thinks the result against Max Holloway will go on July 11.