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Trump Predicts Freedom 250 Could Be Highest-Rated Sporting Event Ever
Donald Trump has made his boldest prediction yet about UFC Freedom 250, suggesting the June 14 White House card could break all-time sporting viewership records and describing it as an event that will never be replicated.

Kai Asakura on first UFC win: 'This was always my dream'
Kai Asakura calls his first UFC win a dream come true after securing victory at bantamweight, telling Sherdog the result was what he always wanted.

Islam Makhachev trolls Daniel Cormier over Arsenal
Islam Makhachev trolled Daniel Cormier over Arsenal's Champions League final loss, asking why his AKA teammate looked so happy despite supporting the Gunners.

Pavlovich declares 'I'm here' after knockout win
Sergei Pavlovich told Sherdog he is back in the heavyweight mix after his knockout victory, declaring simply that he remains a contender.

Merab Dvalishvili dismisses title talk ahead of Petr Yan clash
Merab Dvalishvili says his attention is locked on Petr Yan, refusing to discuss title scenarios beyond the bout. The bantamweight contender spoke to Sherdog.

Tsarukyan rules out backup role, eyes title shot after June
Arman Tsarukyan says he will compete in June and wait for a title shot rather than serve as backup for a featherweight championship bout.

Covington Edges Weidman To Set Up Tsarukyan Clash
Colby Covington has extended his unbeaten RAF record with a hard-fought victory over Chris Weidman in the co-main event of RAF 09.

Steveson Dominates Romanov In RAF Debut
Gable Steveson continued his preparation for a UFC debut with a commanding performance in his RAF debut on Friday, shutting out UFC and PFL veteran Alexandr Romanov by technical fall to win 10-0 ahead of his Octagon appearance at UFC 329 on July 11.

Till claims bare knuckle suits him after BKFC debut knockout
Darren Till says bare knuckle fighting suits him after his knockout win at BKFC 90 in Birmingham. The former UFC middleweight called himself a natural fit.
Darren Till beats Aaron Chalmers by KO in round 2 at BKFC 90
Darren Till defeated Aaron Chalmers by KO, round 2 at BKFC 90. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Song Yadong beats Deiveson Figueiredo by SUB in round 2 at UFC Macau
Song Yadong defeated Deiveson Figueiredo by SUB, round 2 at UFC Macau. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Song Yadong credits Team Alpha Male after submitting Figueiredo
Song Yadong credited Team Alpha Male's grappling after submitting Deiveson Figueiredo in the second round at UFC Macau, speaking to ESPN.
Alonzo Menifield beats Zhang Mingyang by TKO on 30 May 2026
Alonzo Menifield defeated Zhang Mingyang by TKO on 30 May 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Rei Tsuruya beats Luis Gurule by SUB in round 1 on 30 May 2026
Rei Tsuruya defeated Luis Gurule by SUB, round 1 on 30 May 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Jaqueline Amorim beats Loma Lookboonmee by SUB in round 1 on 30 May 2026
Jaqueline Amorim defeated Loma Lookboonmee by SUB, round 1 on 30 May 2026. Full result, reaction and what's next.

McGregor's Coach On Holloway's Toughness
Owen Roddy (Conor McGregor’s coach) has given his first public assessment of Conor's UFC 329 preparation, and the long-time striking coach is under no illusions about what awaits his fighter on July 11.

Hearn Wants Aspinall's UFC Release
Eddie Hearn has made Dana White a direct offer — walk away from the legal complications surrounding the Conor Benn signing in exchange for Tom Aspinall's release from his UFC contract.

White Scoffs At Fighter Pay Comparisons
Dana White has waded into the fighter pay debate with characteristic bluntness, questioning why the UFC should be expected to pay unproven fighters significant minimum salaries.

Pentagon Recruiting Troops As White House UFC Spectators
The Pentagon is actively recruiting military personnel to attend UFC Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14 as spectators, with internal memos revealing that troops will be required to fund their own travel and meet physical appearance standards to be eligible.

Trump Bought TKO Stock Before White House UFC Card
President Donald Trump purchased stock in TKO Group Holdings — the parent company of the UFC — on March 25, according to a financial disclosure filing reviewed by HuffPost.