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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.
PFL Brussels weigh-in erupts as Abaev, Poclit brawl
Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit threw punches during Friday's ceremonial weigh-ins for PFL Brussels, forcing security to intervene.
UFC BJJ Opens launches to create pathway to world titles
UFC BJJ announced a new tournament series open to all skill levels, with the first event set for Aug. 22 in Las Vegas and four planned for 2026.
Ilia Topuria documentary drops on Paramount+ before UFC White House
Paramount+ will premiere a documentary on featherweight champion Ilia Topuria ahead of the UFC's first-ever White House event, per Sherdog.

TKO's Emanuel and Shapiro Approved as Minority Shareholders in Las Vegas Raiders
TKO Group Holdings CEO Ari Emanuel and TKO president Mark Shapiro were both approved as minority shareholders in the Las Vegas Raiders.

Tom Aspinall's Return Delayed Further
Tom Aspinall, the UFC heavyweight champion, has confirmed that his most recent eye scan delivered news he was not expecting.
Liam Crelinsten beats Max Livingston by SUB in round 2 at UFC BJJ 8
Liam Crelinsten defeated Max Livingston by SUB, round 2 at UFC BJJ 8. Full result, reaction and what's next.

MVP Rousey vs. Carano hits 17 million peak viewers on Netflix
MVP MMA's Rousey vs. Carano peaked at 17 million globally and 11.6 million in the US, making it the most-viewed MMA event in American history.

Scott Coker launching new MMA promotion in 2027 with $60M
The former Strikeforce and Bellator CEO has secured $60 million in funding for a new fight league set to debut in 2027, backed by investors including Tony Hawk and Peter Levin.

Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria (Recap Pending)
Islam Makhachev (28-1-0) faces Ilia Topuria (17-0-0) on Tuesday. Full tale of the tape, best odds and our prediction.

Rousey on British MMA growth: 'It wasn't even a career path'
Ronda Rousey told DAZN that MMA offered no professional pathway when she started competing, highlighting the sport's transformation in Britain.

Khabib Fires Back At Dana White's Claims: 'This Is An Absolute Lie'
Khabib Nurmagomedov has pushed back directly at Dana White after the UFC CEO suggested his retirement was financially motivated.

McGregor Breaks Silence Ahead of UFC 329 Return - 'I Am Better Than Ever'
Conor McGregor has spoken publicly for the first time ahead of his UFC 329 return, saying he is in the best shape of his career.

Topuria Calls Tsarukyan A "Man Child"
Ilia Topuria has turned his attention to Arman Tsarukyan ahead of UFC Freedom 250, as he hit out at him.

UFC opens first Youth Wellness Center during UFC 328 fight week
The promotion unveiled its first-ever Youth Wellness Center in Newark on May 6, offering mental health services and nutrition education to local youth.
MMA Fan Launches Solo Lobbying Campaign Against TKO Boxing Bill
Mike Fox has built policy proposals and contacted multiple campaigns to oppose TKO's Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act and push for fighter protections.
Paramount-WBD seeks FCC approval for 49.5% foreign ownership
Saudi Arabia's PIF, Abu Dhabi's L'Imad, and Qatar Investment Authority will collectively own 38.5% of Paramount-WBD equity shares, which holds UFC broadcast rights.

MVP Rousey vs. Carano pulls 11.6M US viewers on Netflix
The MVP MMA debut featuring Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano drew 11.6 million peak US viewers, making it the most-watched MMA event in American history.

Rousey blames UFC decline on White stepping back from control
Ronda Rousey says Dana White's reduced role at UFC is behind the promotion's struggles, telling Bloody Elbow the product has declined under new leadership.

Dustin Poirier rips Nate Diaz performance against Mike Perry
Poirier told Diaz he "looked like dog shit" against Perry and renewed his 170-pound callout with drug testing on the table.