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Johnson Cracks UFC 330 Flyweight Rankings After Stunning Submission
Charles Johnson entered the flyweight Top 15 after his submission win over Eduardo Chapolin at UFC 330, while Gillian Robertson dropped one spot at strawweight following her title loss.
Hearn On Fury-Joshua: UK Plans Face American Push
Eddie Hearn says Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is headed to New York despite a signed contract to stage the fight in England. The promoter expressed disappointment.
Brito Secures UFC Contract With Brutal One-Punch KO
Welterweight Kaik Brito earned a UFC contract Tuesday night after demolishing Namo Fazil with a devastating right hand on Contender Series.
Shields Keeps Top Spot As Thorslund Breaks Top 10
Claressa Shields retains her No. 1 ranking in the latest women's pound-for-pound list, while Dina Thorslund enters the top 10 after her recent victory.
Cyborg Reveals Retirement Plans After PFL Contract Ends
Cris Cyborg walks back her 2026 retirement timeline ahead of her PFL Tampa title defense against Ketlen Vieira on August 22, citing improved conditioning at 41.
Weidman Questions Makhachev's GOAT Case After UFC 330
Former UFC champion Chris Weidman says Islam Makhachev hasn't earned GOAT status despite breaking the consecutive wins record at UFC 330.
Tsarukyan On Controversy For 'Boring' Fighters
Arman Tsarukyan says controversy matters for fighters with control-heavy styles. The UFC 331 co-main event competitor told Vpiska that finishing ability beats media antics.
UFC 332 Adds Figueiredo Vs. Talbott In Salt Lake City
Former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo meets rising bantamweight Payton Talbott on Oct. 3 at Delta Center as the UFC 332 card fills out.
Van Reflects On Johnson KO That Humbled Him
UFC flyweight champion Joshua Van says his 2024 knockout loss to Charles Johnson changed his work ethic and approach to training ahead of his September title defense.
White Stops Listening To Hearn On Fury-Joshua
UFC CEO Dana White said he stopped paying attention to Eddie Hearn's comments about Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua after the promoter floated legal action over venue terms.
White On Chimaev's UFC 333 Push After Title Loss
Dana White said Khamzat Chimaev is in the conversation for UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 24, but no bout is finalized for the former middleweight champion.
Garcia Tells Ennis To Fight Ortiz Before Kelly
Trainer Robert Garcia says Jaron Ennis should settle his rivalry with Vergil Ortiz in November before chasing undisputed with Josh Kelly at 154 pounds.
Brito Reveals Strategic KO Planned For Dana White
Kaik Brito says he saved his finishing move for the third round, timing it to land in front of the UFC boss at the DWCS main event.
Perez Reveals Strategy Shift That Earned UFC Deal
Cristian Perez abandoned his grappling approach on Dana White's Contender Series, opting for a knockout finish over Logan Paxton to secure his UFC contract.
Miller Earns UFC Deal With Rare Shoulder Choke
Trent Miller secured a UFC contract after landing the second Von Flue choke in Contender Series history, finishing Douglas Rodrigues in the second round at DWCS Week 2.
Dana White Signs Six Fighters After DWCS Week 2
UFC boss awarded a record six contracts Tuesday night after Contender Series Week 2, including one fighter who lost his bout.
Cejudo Doubts Garry Gets Another UFC Title Shot
Henry Cejudo says Ian Garry's respectful approach at UFC 330 cost him future championship opportunities. The former two-division champ told MMA Junkie the Irishman failed to promote the fight.
Thompson Warns On Rakhmonov's UFC Return
Stephen Thompson says Shavkat Rakhmonov will return from injury more dangerous than ever. The undefeated welterweight has been sidelined since late 2024.
Jones Roasts Cormier After Khabib GOAT Pick
Jon Jones fired back at Daniel Cormier for naming Khabib Nurmagomedov the UFC's greatest fighter, calling the former rival's jealousy "deep" and unflattering.
Lorenz Stops Aly In First-Round Redemption
Alik Lorenz knocked out Mahamed Aly at 2:23 of the first round on Contender Series, erasing his own quick loss from Season 9 with a violent finish in Las Vegas.