Africa’s influence on mixed martial arts has grown over the past decade. From fighters who grew up in poverty and hardship to athletes who left their home countries in search of better opportunities, these African stars have carried the dreams of an entire continent into…

#image_title Headlines across the MMA world confirmed that the UFC has replaced Yair Rodriguez after he withdrew from his scheduled Noche UFC 4 main event against Jean Silva. UFC former interim featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez has not competed since his unanimous decision victory over former…

Gillian Robertson has finally addressed the controversy surrounding longtime coach Din Thomas following her UFC 330 title loss to strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern. The fallout began shortly after Robertson’s defeat when Thomas announced his retirement from cornering fighters. The timing of the announcement drew heavy…

Khabib Nurmagomedov had a heartfelt message for former opponent Edson Barboza after the Brazilian veteran announced his retirement from mixed martial arts at UFC 330. Last weekend, Khabib Nurmagomedov was cageside coaching longtime friend and teammate Islam Makhachev, who successfully defended his UFC welterweight…

Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith is set to continue his legal fight after pleading not guilty to four felony charges stemming from an alleged domestic incident involving his wife earlier this summer. The 38-year-old retired from mixed martial arts following a loss to…

Chidi Njokuani had to overcome more than just Joel Alvarez during UFC 330 fight week. Before stepping into the Octagon and securing a major upset victory, Chidi Njokuani found himself frustrated by what he claims was a weigh-in mishap involving the Pennsylvania Athletic Commission.…

Islam Makhachev is already looking ahead to his next challenge after adding another historic achievement to his résumé at UFC 330. In the main event, Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory over Ian Machado Garry. While Garry…

Ian Machado Garry may have fallen short in his bid for UFC gold, but the Irish star is refusing to let the setback define him. Garry challenged Islam Makhachev for the UFC Welterweight Championship in the main event of UFC 330 on Saturday night.…

Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC welterweight title at UFC 330, but it wasn’t just Ian Machado Garry’s fighting style that caught his attention during their five-round showdown. The reigning champion admitted he was puzzled by Garry’s constant displays of respect throughout the contest,…

Islam Makhachev makes UFC history with 17th straight win. Islam Makhachev successfully defended his UFC welterweight championship against Ian Machado Garry in the UFC 330. Fight fans were treated to another explosive UFC weekend as UFC 330 took place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at…