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In one of the most unexpected callouts, action movie legend Jean-Claude Van Damme has thrown down the gauntlet to  Jake Paul, proposing a hybrid rules fight that would pit his decades of martial arts experience against Paul’s boxing career. The 65-year-old “Muscles from Brussels” took to social media with a direct challenge that has sent […]

Norma Dumont isn’t waiting around for the UFC bantamweight division to sort itself out. The surging contender has secured her next opportunity to prove she deserves a title shot, booking a high-stakes clash against fellow streaker Yana Santos at UFC Fight Night on April 25. Both fighters confirmed the matchup on social media following an […]

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has revealed a stunning revelation about his future in the sport. “The Nigerian Nightmare” announced his intention to hang up his gloves after achieving what would be one of the most remarkable comebacks in UFC history, capturing both the welterweight and middleweight championships in 2026. 🚨 Kamaru Usman says […]

The longtime UFC veteran and former light heavyweight title challenger will end his retirement to compete in the 16-man Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA tournament, a format designed to blend MMA’s full range of grappling and submissions, just with bare knuckles. For Smith, it’s a sharp pivot: from the bright lights of the Octagon to a bracket […]

The UFC is reportedly orchestrating one of the most audacious fight cards in promotional history, with plans that could see Ilia Topuria defend his undisputed lightweight championship against Justin Gaethje in an unprecedented main event at the White House, while Islam Makhachev faces a dangerous welterweight contender in a separate bout. El plan que la […]

The impossible has become reality. In what can only be described as the most anticipated women’s MMA matchup in history, Netflix Sports announced Tuesday that former UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey will face pioneer Gina Carano on Saturday, May 16, exclusively on the streaming platform, promoted by Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions. A LEGACY SHOWDOWN 🔥 […]

The UFC heavyweight division finds itself in uncharted territory, and according to former bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley, the promotion may be ready to make a controversial move that could reshape the entire landscape of the division. O’Malley didn’t mince words when discussing the current state of heavyweight affairs, suggesting that the UFC is actively pushing […]

UFC President Dana White has revealed that matchmaking for the historic White House fight card is already finalized, with the promotion preparing multiple event options for what could be one of the most unique venues in mixed martial arts history. Speaking to media last week, White confirmed the organization has locked in fights for the […]

The UFC is heading back to Canada’s capital for the first time in nearly seven years, and the flyweight division is getting some spotlight on the April 18 card. The promotion has confirmed that Mitch Raposo will square off against Allan Nascimento in a 125-pound scrap that could have significant implications for both fighters looking […]

The UFC is returning to Canada’s capital with an exciting flyweight matchup that could have major implications for the 125-pound women’s division. Jasmine Jasudavicius will face off against Karine Silva at UFC Ottawa on April 18th, marking another significant moment in both fighters’ careers. Jasmine Jasudavicius will take on Karine Silva at #UFCOttawa on April […]

Josiah Harrell will make his long-awaited UFC debut against Jacobe Smith at UFC Houston, marking one of the most remarkable comeback stories in UFC history. The welterweight prospect, who underwent brain surgery after being diagnosed with a rare brain disease in 2023, has earned his shot at the octagon following an impressive 4-0 record since […]

Ryan Garcia’s rocky road to redemption hit another speed bump this week when the WBC fined him $5,000 for submitting his mandatory 14-day weight check video late. While the social media star eventually proved he weighed 154.2 pounds — safely under the 155-pound threshold —the timing violation raises familiar concerns about his professionalism as he […]

The highly anticipated showdown between undefeated welterweight stars Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron “Boots” Ennis has hit a major roadblock — and it’s not inside the ring. A Nevada federal judge granted Golden Boy Promotions an emergency temporary restraining order against Ortiz on Friday, effectively blocking the fighter from signing any third-party contracts for the […]

Ali Abdelaziz, the man behind both Islam Makhachev and Justin Gaethje, took to X on Thursday to make a declaration that has set the record straight for those having questions surrounding the lightweight and welterweight title fights. Justin Gaethje’s Path to Undisputed Gold Abdelaziz left no room for interpretation when it came to “The Highlight’s” […]

The UFC has officially parted ways with heavyweight Mohammed Usman after the fighter was suspended for 30 months for a failed drug test, according to reports from MMA Fighting on Friday. 🚨 Mohammed Usman has been removed from the UFC roster following his 30 month suspension from a failed drug test. (via @mmafighting) pic.twitter.com/iVmLvAeCTv — […]

The MMA community was thrown into chaos this week when baseless rumors about UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall allegedly vacating his title and being “exiled” from the promotion spread across social media — and a former UFC fighter bought it hook, line, and sinker. The drama began when X user Rueben Carter (@realruebenking) posted an […]

Sean Strickland never backs down from bold claims, and his latest statement might be his most controversial yet. The former UFC middleweight champion has declared himself the sole fighter in the 185-pound division capable of defeating the surging Khamzat Chimaev. Sean Strickland says he is the only fighter at middleweight who could beat Khamzat 😳 […]

Nate Diaz is back on social media and making waves, teasing a highly anticipated return to the UFC while reminding the MMA world of his impact on the sport. The Stockton native took to social media this week with a series of explosive posts, claiming he’s the one who started the BMF division and has […]

The UFC continues building out its early 2026 fight calendar with an intriguing feather clash, as Ricky Turcio moves up in weight to challenge Alberto Montes at UFC 326 on March 7th. The bout represents an important opportunity for both fighters to make their mark in the stacked 145-pound division. Alberto Montes will fight Ricky […]

The UFC continues building its April fight schedule with the addition of a compelling matchup between Robert Ruchała and Jose Delano, set for UFC Vegas 115 on April 4th at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The bout adds further depth to what promises to be an action-packed evening of fights. Robert Ruchała will fight […]

The UFC’s middleweight division is set to receive a jolt of action this spring, as promotion officials have booked a compelling matchup between knockout artist Edmen Shahbazyan and the relentless JunYong Park. The bout is scheduled for UFC Vegas 115 on April 4, 2026, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The matchmaking news was […]

The age-old debate between boxing and MMA has erupted into a full-blown war of words, with UFC welterweight contender Joaquin Buckley at the center of a heated exchange involving boxing champions Shakur Stevenson and Terence Crawford. The controversy began when Stevenson and Crawford appeared on Adin Ross’s live stream earlier this week, where the two […]

The UFC has released heavyweight contender Jailton Almeida following his heavily criticized showing at UFC Vegas 113 last week, bringing an abrupt end to the Brazilian’s promotional tenure despite recently signing a new contract extension. The UFC has parted ways with previously No. 6 ranked Jailton Almeida after his highly criticized performance at #UFCVegas113. Almeida […]

The UFC continues to build its April fight slate as bantamweight contender John Castaneda has been booked to face Mark Vologdin at UFC Vegas 116 on April 18th, according to a report first broken by Frontkick Online. The matchup adds another intriguing bantamweight bout to the UFC Apex card in Las Vegas. John Castañeda will […]

The UFC continues to build its 2026 fight calendar with an exciting lightweight matchup heading to the Pacific Northwest. Terrance “T.Wrecks” McKinney will square off against Kyle Nelson at UFC Seattle on March 28th at the Climate Pledge Arena, adding another intriguing bout to the promotion’s spring lineup. Terrance McKinney will fight Kyle Nelson at […]

The UFC’s stacked 2026 schedule continues to take shape as the promotion has confirmed an intriguing welterweight matchup between Kevin “Trailblazer” Holland and Randy “Rude Boy” Brown for UFC 327 on April 11th, first reported by “Krazy Kev”. The bout represents a crucial crossroads fight for both competitors as they look to climb the rankings […]

Social media has been buzzing with speculation after Javid Basharat’s status on the official UFC website changed from “Active” to “Not Fighting,” raising questions about the bantamweight prospect’s future with the promotion. It appears Javid Basharat has been removed from the UFC roster. His status on the UFC website is listed as “Not Fighting” rather […]

The cruiserweight division is about to get a serious shake-up as Jai Opetaia and Brandon Glanton prepare to battle for the inaugural Zuffa Boxing World Cruiserweight Championship on March 8 at Zuffa Boxing 04 during Riyadh Season. A CHAMPION WILL BE CROWNED👑 🇦🇺 @JaiOpetaia1 and 🇺🇸 Brandon Glanton will fight for the inaugural Zuffa Boxing […]

Jailton Almeida is heading back to light heavyweight following consecutive losses in the UFC’s heavyweight division, his management team has confirmed. 🚨 Jailton Almeida’s manager confirms he’s dropping back down to light heavyweight following two straight losses at heavyweight (via @laertevianamma) pic.twitter.com/rDofwviFuu — Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) February 9, 2026 The Brazilian submission specialist, who earned […]

Errol Spence Jr. has officially chosen Tim Tszyu as his comeback opponent, with the fight targeted for summer 2026. The matchup represents Spence’s first appearance since his decisive loss to Terence Crawford in July 2023, marking an absence of nearly three years from the ring. For a fighter who once dominated the welterweight division, this […]

The UFC continues its ambitious 2026 schedule with UFC Vegas 115 set for April 4th at the Apex facility in Las Vegas. The latest addition to the card features an intriguing lightweight matchup between Tofiq Musayev and Samuel Sanches, first reported by MMA journalist Leo Guimarães. Tofiq Musayev will take on Samuel Sanches at #UFCVegas115 […]

Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois are finalizing a deal to meet in a WBO heavyweight title fight on May 9 in Manchester, UK, sources told The Ring’s Mike Coppinger. Yahoo Sports first reported the date, with the bout now moving toward the kind of late-stage paperwork phase that typically precedes an official announcement, ticket on-sale, […]

The UFC is preparing for one of the most unique events in combat sports history, as CEO Ari Emanuel revealed plans for an unprecedented fight card to be held on the South Lawn of the White House. The intimate affair will feature approximately 6 to 7 fights for a select crowd of 3,000 to 4,000 […]

The Seattle Seahawks just captured the franchise’s second Lombardi Trophy with a convincing 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, but the work is far from over. As the confetti settles at Levi’s Stadium, general manager John Schneider faces a pivotal offseason that could determine whether this championship roster stays together […]

Islam Makhachev’s team has made their preferences clear for the welterweight champion’s first title defense, and they’re aiming for one of the biggest fights available in the division. According to manager Rizvan Magomedov, former welterweight king Kamaru Usman sits atop their wishlist as the Dagestani champion prepares for his next octagon appearance. Islam Makhachev’s manager […]

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby just dropped a bombshell. In an interview with CBS Sports HQ, the Pro Bowl pass rusher claimed that UFC President Dana White and Chief Business Officer Hunter Campbell are “fully convinced” he’ll be the UFC heavyweight champion by 2030. Raiders Maxx Crosby on fighting in the UFC “Hunter […]

Jake Paul’s attack on Bad Bunny triggers rare public split with star fighter Amanda Serrano, exposing vulnerability in island operations Jake Paul’s promotional empire hit turbulence Sunday when his most prominent fighter publicly rebuked him for calling Bad Bunny a “fake American,” a comment that sent shockwaves through boxing’s Puerto Rican community and raised questions […]

UFC Vegas 114 has its first notable shake-up ahead of the March 14 date, with L. Kavanagh out of the bout and veteran flyweight Charles Johnson stepping in to face Bruno Silva. The update was first reported by Laerte Viana, and it adds a familiar name—and a very specific kind of pace—to a matchup that […]

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the main card with the co-main event between Amir Albazi and Kyoji Horiguchi in the flyweight division on Saturday. Check out our UFC odds series for our Albazi-Horiguchi prediction and pick. Amir Albazi (17-2) returns for the first time in 15 months after a competitive […]