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In a stunning upset at UFC 298, Alexander Volkanovski faced a harsh defeat in the main event, losing his UFC featherweight championship to Ilia Topuria, reported by Give Me Sport. However, when it comes to the paycheck, Volkanovski emerged as the clear winner. After a turbulent 2023 in the UFC, Volkanovski’s return to the featherweight […]

UFC CEO Dana White had nothing but compliments for new featherweight champion Ilia Topuria after his second-round knockout of reigning titleholder Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 298 on Saturday. After Topuria’s win, White had effusive praise of the 27-year-old featherweight king. “Never been in a main event like this. Never felt the heat, the pressure. Couldn’t […]

New UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria emphatically won the gold Saturday at UFC 298 with a second-round knockout victory against Alexander Volkanovski, and after the fight, Topuria delivered an inspiring message. In the same post-fight interview Topuria called out inactive MMA legend Conor McGregor for a fight in Spain, the new champ gave his perspective […]

Ilia Topuria, the new UFC featherweight champion, has called out Conor McGregor, MMA’s biggest star. Just moments after knocking out Alexander Volkanovski on Saturday in the main event of UFC 298, Topuria took the opportunity to issue a challenge to McGregor to a fight in Spain, where Topuria lives and trains. “And Conor McGregor, if […]

In a truly sensational turn of events, UFC President Dana White has just announced that newly crowned middleweight champion Alex Pereira will step up to defend his light heavyweight crown against former champion Jamahal Hill in the main event of UFC 300. BREAKING!!! The #UFC300 main event will be Pereira vs Hill April 13th from […]

The anticipation for UFC 298 was electric and with good reason. The card was stacked, the atmosphere crackling, and Alexander “The Great” Volkanovski’s dominance within the featherweight division was on the line. His challenger, the meteoric Ilia Topuria, stepped into the Octagon armed with explosive power and unwavering confidence. The potential for an upset was […]

Ilia Topuria is the new UFC 298 featherweight champion after taking down Alexander Volkanovski in the second round of their highly anticipated showdown in Anaheim, California. Sure enough, it sent shockwaves throughout the sports world, especially with Volkanovski coming in as the odds-on favorite to reign supreme. A crushing Topuria right hand after three minutes and […]

UFC 298 delivered a night of high-stakes action, and in the welterweight division, Irish sensation Ian Machado Garry made the biggest statement of his young career. In a clash of styles that had fans on the edge of their seats, Garry eked out a razor-thin split decision victory over veteran contender Geoff Neal. The win […]

In a captivating showdown at the Honda Center, Merab Dvalishvili, the relentless Georgian wrestler, put on a career-defining performance, stifling former double-champion Henry Cejudo to earn a dominant unanimous decision victory at UFC 298. Merab Dvalishvili is now tied for the longest win streak in UFC bantamweight history with his 9th consecutive win!@MerabDvalishvil | #UFC298 […]

UFC 298 saw back-to-back fights go to the judge’s scorecard to kick off the early prelims until two welterweights Danny Barlow and Josh Quinlan came to scrap. In the early going we saw both fighters trying to establish the center of the octagon with neither giving the other an inch. However, Barlow was landing the […]

Until now, fight fans continue to await the highly-anticipated return of Conor McGregor. While the Irish icon already proclaims that he’s ready for a UFC comeback, it may take a bit more time before the world sees him in the Octagon once again. Speaking in a podcast, MMA journalist Ariel Helwani stated that, contrary to […]

Junior Tafa might have just pulled off one of the most commendable moves in UFC history – and it didn’t happen inside the octagon. With an unexpected injury suffered by his brother, Justin Tafa, Junior decided to step in on a day’s notice as a replacement for UFC 298. He’ll be facing off against Marcos […]

In an interview with ESPN’s Marc Raimondi from that WWE WrestleMania 40 Kickoff event that was released on February 12th, Seth Rollins made headlines – most of them bad – for boldly declaring that UFC Fighters “don’t have the stamina” to do what he does night in and night out. Now to some, these words […]

The upcoming UFC Atlantic City event has received a significant boost with the news that the highly anticipated clash between Erin Blanchfield and Manon Fiorot has been elevated to the main event. This promises to be an enthralling battle between two of the most exciting prospects in the women’s flyweight division, both boasting extensive winning […]

Alexander Volkanovski, the reigning UFC featherweight champion, has expressed his interest in headlining the upcoming UFC 300 event, despite having a relatively short training camp. In a recent interview at UFC 298 media day, Volkanovski stated that he is “more than happy to step in” if the need arises. “I’m always down to fight,” Volkanovski […]

Knowing How To Unlock the UFC 5 PRIME Alter Egos will help you get add some more fighters to your roster of fighters. From Donald Cerrone (UFC 187) to Tony Ferguson (UFC 238), these PRIME Alter Egos celebrate the history of UFC and some of its greatest fighters. In this guide, we’ll show you how […]

UFC megastar Conor McGregor recently unveiled the ten things he cant live without. Despite his financial prowess allowing him access to almost anything, McGregor shared the crucial items in a video for GQ Sports’ ‘ten things you can’t live without’ series. McGregor’s journey from a struggling young man to becoming one of the globe’s most […]

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is gearing up for his title defense against Ilia Topuria at UFC 298 in California, and he’s sending a strong message ahead of the clash, reported by BBC sport. Volkanovski, 35, recently opened up about the challenges he faced in his last fight against Islam Makhachev, emphasizing that undisciplined factors, […]

UFC enthusiasts are gearing up for the much-anticipated featherweight title clash between Alexander Volkanovski and Ilia Topuria at UFC 298, reported by Sportskeeda. Former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has stepped into the prediction arena, sharing his expectations for the pivotal main event. Adesanya, also recognized as ‘The Last Stylebender,’ recently unveiled his predictions in a […]

Alexander Volkanovski has a net worth of $3.5 million in 2024. One of the heaviest hitters in mixed martial arts and a premier striker, Volkanovski has established himself as a legend in the sport. That legend grew when he took a fight against Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev on short notice at UFC 294, and although […]

UFC  boss Dana White delivered a knockout punch of a different kind on the “Howie Mandel Does Stuff” podcast, leaving hosts and fans in shock as he abruptly walked off the set within the first minute of the interview, reported by The Mac Life. The interview started on a positive note, with Howie Mandel praising […]

With WrestleMania 40 rapidly approaching, so too is the one-year anniversary of WWE officially becoming a part of the TKO banner, an opportunity some assumed would open the door for wrestlers and UFC fighters to co-exist and maybe even cohabitate in a whole new wrestling world. So far, that hasn’t happened, as outside of the […]

Ilia Topuria’s net worth in 2024 is about $1 million. The featherweight is one of the fastest-rising stars in the UFC, though, and his net worth is sure to skyrocket in the coming years. That will be especially true if he is able to back up his words and become UFC champion in his upcoming […]

In the build-up to UFC 300, which is a massive benchmark for the biggest MMA company in the world, the UFC is undergoing one of the best stretches in the history of the company. UFC 298 and 299 are expected to be great events with tons of stars on the fight cards, and the first […]

Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, a Hall of Famer, delighted fans by showcasing his boxing skills in a throwback training video shared by his longtime coach Javier Mendez, reported by Essentially Sports. The video, a reminiscent nod to their training days, sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans who expressed their yearning to see ‘The […]

UFC star Sean Strickland has thrown his hat into the ring for a $1 million showdown with Jake Paul, but he claims the UFC bosses have snubbed the idea due to legal constraints, reported by Mirror. Paul, known for his unconventional forays into the fight game, challenged Strickland to a bout after a dominant sparring […]

Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently revealed that the UFC offered him to headline the monumental UFC 300 PPV event scheduled for April 13, reported by MMA Knockout. Despite being widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists, Jones is currently recovering from a torn pectoral muscle sustained in November 2023, with […]

UFC boss Dana White recently provided a glimpse into the UFC 300 main event planning process, acknowledging the challenges faced by the promotion in finalizing the headlining bout for the April 13 event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, reported by Sportskeeda. In a post-fight interview after Power Slap 6, White shared insights into […]

UFC boss Dana White recently spilled the beans on what he considers the ‘Greatest Walkout’ in the promotion’s history, reported by Essentially Sports. While the UFC has witnessed numerous electrifying entrances, White was quick to name Conor McGregor’s as the top pick in a recent interview. Known for his dramatic flair, McGregor’s walkouts often feature […]

UFC Vegas 86 delivered an electrifying night of fights, showcasing the skill, determination, and heart that define the world of mixed martial arts. Among the standout performers, Dan Ige, Bogdan Guskov, Carlos Prates, and Rodolfo Vieira earned themselves the coveted $50,000 Performance of the Night bonuses, each for their remarkable achievements inside the Octagon. 4 […]

In the main event of UFC Vegas 86, Jack Hermansson delivered a veteran performance, securing a hard-fought unanimous decision victory over the young and surging Joe Pyfer. The middleweight clash between the 11th-ranked Hermansson and the undefeated Pyfer headlined the event, captivating fans with its intense back-and-forth action. Jack Hermansson picks up his first win […]

In a stunning display of skill and power, Dan Ige secured a first-round knockout victory against Andre Fili at UFC Vegas 86. The co-main event clash, which took place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, saw Ige deliver a performance that reaffirmed his position as a formidable force in the featherweight division. DAN IGE […]

UFC star Alex Pereira is rapidly ascending the ranks, drawing comparisons to the iconic Conor McGregor for his extraordinary skills and swift ascent in the world of mixed martial arts, reported by Essentially Sports. While McGregor remains a pivotal figure in the UFC, Michael Bisping believes that Pereira is making a similar impact on the […]

The UFC continues to provide fans with unrivaled mixed martial arts and entertainment events. Dana White has big aspirations for the organization. Specifically, he wants to host a grandiose event at Las Vegas’ Sphere. He also expressed frustration at media members in a conversation with Pat McAfee. Dana White is holding strong to his vision […]

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is based in Las Vegas, so it just makes sense that the company’s CEO and president Dana White wants to hold an event at MSG Sphere in Paradise, Nevada — that massive and majestic piece of architecture that has captivated people since it opened in 2023. “The Sphere is the […]

Dana White, the long-time president of the UFC, is accustomed to making headlines, both for his contributions to MMA and his personal views, reported by MMA News. Leading the charge in the world of mixed martial arts, White has significantly shaped the sport’s trajectory. However, being in such a prominent position comes with its share […]

Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier, a seasoned fighter who has faced both Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway, has shared his insights into the highly anticipated BMF title fight set for UFC 300, reported by MMA News. Scheduled for the co-main event on April 17th in Las Vegas, Gaethje and Holloway, both former adversaries […]

Nassourdine Imavov (13-4) put the middleweight division on notice with a hard-fought majority decision victory over Roman Dolidze (12-3) in the main event of UFC Vegas 85. The five-round war lived up to its billing, delivering a thrilling display of striking exchanges, takedown attempts, and near-finishes. #UFCVegas85 results: Nassourdine Imavov (@Imavov1) def. Roman Dolidze via […]

Roman Dolidze’s meteoric rise through the middleweight ranks screeched to a halt at UFC Vegas 85, as the #8 ranked contender fell to a calculated striking display by #11 ranked Nassourdine Imavov. Despite entering the fight with knockout power in his fists, Dolidze struggled to find his rhythm against the rangy Frenchman, ultimately succumbing to […]