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Dricus Du Plessis’ reign as middleweight champion came to an end at UFC 319, where he was unable to stop Khamzat Chimaev’s relentless grappling over five rounds. The South African standout was taken down repeatedly and neutralized on the canvas, losing his title…

Aaron Pico’s long-awaited UFC debut ended in heartbreak, but the featherweight standout has made it clear he’s not done yet. The 28-year-old came into UFC 319 as one of the most hyped signings from Bellator. His explosive style and highlight-reel knockouts made him a…

UFC 319 lit up Chicago with a night full of action, and four fighters walked away with an extra $50,000 in UFC 319 bonuses. Khamzat Chimaev may not have won over the crowd, but he impressed UFC officials enough to cash in. The unbeaten…

Dricus Du Plessis is ready to put Khamzat Chimaev’s perfect record to the ultimate test. The reigning UFC middleweight champion will make his third title defense against the unbeaten contender this Saturday, August 16, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Du Plessis rides…

Dana White isn’t ready to name a headliner for the proposed UFC White House event in 2026, but when it comes to who could fill that monumental slot, the UFC CEO leans toward Conor McGregor. The event, expected to be the first of its…

Bobby "King" Green’s return to the Octagon will have to wait. The UFC lightweight veteran was set to face Carlos Diego Ferreira at UFC 319 in Chicago, but just days before fight night, the bout was scrapped due to injury. The cancellation was one…

Two Japanese boxers have tragically died from brain injuries sustained during separate bouts on the same fight card at Tokyo’s Korakuen Hall on Aug. 2. Shigetoshi Kotari, 28, fought to a 12-round draw against Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation junior lightweight champion Yamato Hata.…

The countdown is on for AKO 10, and this isn’t just another night of fights, it’s a moment that could shift the landscape of African MMA forever. On Saturday, August 23, 2025, the Velodrome in Abuja will transform into a center of adrenaline, anticipation,…

Joe Rogan says the UFC’s new broadcast deal with Paramount could send MMA into a “hypernova” era. Having been with the UFC through multiple broadcast eras — from Spike TV to FOX to ESPN — Rogan believes this latest move might be the most…

The UFC’s new $7.7 billion broadcast partnership with Paramount and CBS has stirred excitement among fans but sparked sharp criticism from one of the sport’s greatest champions. The seven-year agreement includes 43 annual events—13 of them numbered—and moves away from the traditional pay-per-view model…