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Shields On How Social Media Fights Built Her Fame
Claressa Shields credits online feuds with Papoose and Franchon Crews-Dezurn for driving her box office appeal, though the undefeated champion admits the strategy came at a cost.
McKenna Enters Middleweight Top 10 After IBF Title Win
Aaron McKenna broke into ESPN's middleweight top 10 after claiming the IBF title via decision. The Irish contender now sits among the division's elite.
Thorslund Claims Undisputed Crown At 118
Dina Thorslund dominated Cherneka Johnson to claim all four belts at bantamweight and moved atop ESPN's divisional rankings after her undisputed championship win.
Tsarukyan Confirms Danis Wrestling Match At RAF 14
Arman Tsarukyan will face Dillon Danis in a wrestling match at RAF 14 in October at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, competing for the inaugural crossover middleweight title.
White Teases Next Unconventional UFC Venue
Dana White says he's laying groundwork for another unique UFC venue after the promotion's White House and Sphere events, though details remain under wraps.
Jones Tells Garry How To Frustrate Makhachev
Craig Jones broke down how Ian Garry can defend Islam Makhachev's wrestling when they fight for the welterweight title Aug. 15 at UFC 330 in Philadelphia.
Pantoja Coach Touts '2.0 Turbo Version' For UFC 331
Alexandre Pantoja's strength coach says the former flyweight champion could have returned in May, four months before his Sept. 19 title rematch with Joshua Van.
Hill Calls Out Hokit In Heavyweight Move
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill is skipping the slow build at heavyweight, calling for a showdown with undefeated Josh Hokit in his divisional debut.
Dana White Backs Bella Mir's UFC, Olympics, Boxing Plans
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed he's been involved in Bella Mir's development for four years and supports her ambition to compete at the 2028 Olympics while pursuing titles in multiple combat sports.
Diaz Tells Paul To Pull Up After MMA Callout
Nate Diaz responded to Jake Paul's latest MMA challenge with a four-word message on social media after the PFL-MVP merger announcement.
Tsarukyan Books Danis Title Fight Weeks After UFC 331
Arman Tsarukyan will challenge Dillon Danis for the RAF middleweight crossover championship on Oct. 3 in Las Vegas, just two weeks after facing Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331.
Garry On What Drives Him Before Makhachev Fight
Ian Garry says a burning desire to prove himself pushes him into his first UFC title shot against Islam Makhachev on Aug. 15 in Philadelphia.
BoMac Shuts Down Crawford Comeback Talk
Terence Crawford's recent gym appearance was not a prelude to a comeback, according to his long-time trainer Brian "BoMac" McIntyre — it was simply a man who loves the environment he helped build, showing up to support a teammate.
Makhachev's Evolution Continues
Islam Makhachev is unlikely to ever return to lightweight, according to his long-time coach Javier Mendez — who revealed the welterweight champion has added 11 pounds of muscle ahead of his title defence against Ian Machado Garry on August 15th.
Dana White Reveals Next Unique UFC Venue In Works
UFC CEO Dana White told Pat McAfee that production head Craig Borsari has pitched another unconventional venue concept following the Sphere and White House events.
McGregor Speaks Out After ACL Surgery
Conor McGregor continues to provide updates from his recovery, five days on from surgery to repair the torn ACL and meniscus he suffered in the opening seconds of his UFC 329 return against Max Holloway on July 11th.
Brook Confirms Comeback
Kell Brook has confirmed he is coming out of retirement, with a return to the ring planned for later this year — more than four and a half years after the night he stopped Amir Khan and walked away from the sport.
White On The Revamped Meta APEX
Dana White has unveiled the refurbished Meta APEX facility in Las Vegas, with the upgraded venue hosting its first UFC event in six weeks on August 8th.
Garry Recalls Chimaev Altercation After Doha Shoving Match
Ian Garry told Full Send MMA he had no aggressive intent when he patted Khamzat Chimaev backstage in Doha, claiming tensions only flared after others intervened.
White Says Crosby Could Be UFC Champion
UFC CEO Dana White believes Raiders star Maxx Crosby would be a world champion if he'd trained MMA from childhood, speaking after another NFL player earned a contract.