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Jiri Prochazka isn’t ready to reveal his next opponent just yet. The former UFC light heavyweight champion has made it clear that fans shouldn’t believe every fight rumor circulating online, despite growing speculation about his next Octagon appearance. Prochazka hasn’t competed since suffering…

Alexander Volkanovski’s future in MMA could come into focus after UFC 333, but his longtime coach Joe Lopez isn’t convinced “The Great” will walk away from the sport if things don’t go his way. Volkanovski will defend his UFC featherweight championship against undefeated contender…

Anthony Smith finally speaks following his arrest on multiple felony charges earlier this summer, ending weeks of public silence with a message shared on social media. The former UFC title challenger and current analyst posted a family photo on Instagram over the weekend, marking…

Zero UFC title fight may be the harsh reality of Ian Machado Garry after his failed bid to dethrone UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 330. While Garry delivered a competitive performance against one of the sport’s pound-for-pound best, UFC CEO Dana…

Anthony Hernandez may have come up short in the UFC Sacramento main event, but the fan-favorite middleweight left the Octagon with plenty to be proud of—and one major complaint. Hernandez went toe-to-toe with Gregory Rodrigues in a brutal five-round battle on Saturday night. While…

De Ridder’s clearest path to victory is through grappling. He remains one of the best submission specialists in the UFC and will likely look to drag Dolidze into extended clinch and ground exchanges. Dolidze possesses advantages in pure striking power and explosiveness. If…

This main event is a classic clash between pressure grappling and knockout power. Hernandez enters the fight looking to rebound from his loss to Sean Strickland, which snapped an impressive winning streak that had pushed him into title contention. Meanwhile, Rodrigues arrives with significant momentum…

Serghei Spivac has built his UFC career around wrestling and his victories over fighters like Marcin Tybura and Derrick Lewis showcased how dangerous he can be when he establishes top control. However, his recent losses have highlighted the difficulties he faces against athletic opponents who…

Nzechukwu enters after a draw with Marcus Buchecha and has gone 1-1-1 in his last three appearances. Gaziev, meanwhile, is attempting to snap a two-fight losing streak after suffering knockout losses to Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Brando Peričić. Kennedy Nzechukwu Last 3 Bouts Draw. Marcus…

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…