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Pimblett Insists Weight Cut On Track
Paddy Pimblett is 188 pounds with seven weeks to go until his lightweight bout against Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 329 on July 11, and he wants everyone to know he is not concerned.
Ngannou questions Usyk-Verhoeven stoppage call
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven deserved the decision in his exhibition with Oleksandr Usyk, telling BBC Sport the kickboxing champion was the winner.
Ngannou says Verhoeven won despite Usyk stoppage decision
Francis Ngannou claims Rico Verhoeven was the true winner against Oleksandr Usyk despite the stoppage decision going the other way at heavyweight.
Ngannou backs Verhoeven after Usyk decision: 'Outsiders will never win'
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven was the real winner against Oleksandr Usyk, claiming outsiders never get the decision. The heavyweight spoke to BBC Sport.
Ngannou backs Verhoeven after Usyk stoppage controversy
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven was robbed against Oleksandr Usyk, telling BBC Sport that outsiders never win despite clear performances in the ring.
Khamzat Chimaev suggests nationality cost him UFC 328 decision
Chimaev posted and deleted a tweet implying his loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 was influenced by nationality, calling for a rematch where 'somebody has to be dead.'
Sean Strickland walks out of Adin Ross MMA event in disgust
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland left Adin Ross' MMA event early and posted he felt "sick to my stomach" after attending the streamer's show.
Khamzat Chimaev suggests robbery in deleted UFC 328 tweet
Khamzat Chimaev posted and quickly deleted a message claiming his split-decision loss to Sean Strickland was unfair, demanding a rematch where 'somebody has to be dead.'
Nassourdine Imavov posts therapy skit after Strickland loss
UFC middleweight Nassourdine Imavov shared a comedic therapy session video processing his defeat to Sean Strickland at UFC 310.
Coker's New MMA Promotion Targeting January 2027 Launch
Scott Coker has shared additional details on his forthcoming promotion, targeting a January 2027 launch backed by $60 million in funding.
McGregor Reveals Injury Contingency Planning Ahead of UFC 329 Return
Conor McGregor has offered a candid window into how his approach to fight preparation has evolved, revealing that he now develops specific contingency plans for serious in-fight injuries before stepping into the Octagon.
Ilia Topuria documentary drops on Paramount+ ahead of UFC
Paramount+ will release a documentary on UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria before the promotion's White House card this spring.
Jon Jones Compared To Michael Jordan
Dana White has chosen an unusual moment to heap praise on Jon Jones.
Ngannou questions Usyk-Verhoeven result: 'Rico was the winner'
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven deserved to beat Oleksandr Usyk in their exhibition bout, telling BBC Sport that outsiders never get the decision.
Ngannou claims Verhoeven was robbed against Usyk
Francis Ngannou says Rico Verhoeven was the real winner against Oleksandr Usyk after the referee stopped their bout. The heavyweight drew on his own crossover experience.
Habirora says respect comes first after Henderson knockout loss
Patrick Habirora says he and Benson Henderson will share a drink after their PFL Brussels bout, calling for respect in combat sports over rivalry narratives.
Patrick Habirora beats Benson Henderson by KO in round 1 at PFL Brussels
Patrick Habirora defeated Benson Henderson by KO, round 1 at PFL Brussels. Full result, reaction and what's next.
Jones Takes First Steps Toward UFC Contract Exit
Jon Jones is doing more than talking about fighting Francis Ngannou.
MVP Targeting Number Two MMA Promotion
MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian has confirmed the promotion is fully committed to MMA following the success of MVP MMA 1, and has laid out a vision that extends to becoming the sport's second most significant promotion behind the UFC.
Dvalishvili Submits Influencer Larry Wheels In Seconds
Merab Dvalishvili made short work of bodybuilding influencer Larry Wheels, submitting him in seconds in a grappling clip.