Francis Ngannou would be hesitant about a rematch with Anthony Joshua after how the lead-up to their fight this year unfolded. The former UFC heavyweight champion faced Joshua in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and suffered a second-round knockout loss. Since then, "The Predator" made a successful return to MMA in October, securing a KO victory over […]
Gilbert Burns and Colby Covington have yet to share the Octagon, but their paths may soon cross following a week of online exchanges fueled by a prank. The drama began when Burns publicly tweeted UFC Tampa cornerman Chael Sonnen's phone number. The move was a response to the UFC legend spreading a rumor that the […]
Tyron Woodley has become one of the earliest fighters to sign with the Global Fighting League (GFL), a new mixed martial arts promotion set to launch next year. Since his UFC release in 2021, Woodley had transitioned to boxing but has now been drawn back to MMA by the enticing opportunities offered by GFL. The […]
Aljamain Sterling believes UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili is being rushed into defending his title against Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 311, scheduled for Jan. 18 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Dvalishvili claimed the bantamweight belt in September at UFC 306 and had hoped to take some time off before his next fight. However, […]
Beneil Dariush acknowledges that he is nearing the end of his MMA career, and a two-fight losing skid has added to the mental strain of contemplating his future. Once riding high on an eight-fight winning streak, Dariush faced a setback when he was TKO’d by Charles Oliveira at UFC 289. This was followed by a […]
At UFC 311 in Los Angeles next month, Islam Makhachev — the number one pound-for-pound fighter — will defend his lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan. This highly anticipated bout is a rematch five years in the making, as the two previously faced off in April 2019 in a Fight of the Night clash. Makhachev is […]
After a year and a half away from the Octagon, Jan Błachowicz is gearing up for his return to the UFC. He is scheduled to face rising contender Carlos Ulberg on March 22, 2025, at UFC London. Błachowicz was initially slated for a rematch with Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 297 last January but a shoulder […]
Islam Makhachev, the number one pound-for-pound fighter in the world, has the record to justify his place at the top. Next month, at UFC 311 in Los Angeles, he will put his lightweight title on the line against Arman Tsarukyan. Makhachev, a longtime friend and training partner of Khabib Nurmagomedov's, is coached by Javier Mendez, […]
Former UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling didn’t get the result he wanted in his latest fight, but he’s already looking ahead. Sterling fell to Movsar Evloev at UFC 310, marking a setback in his pursuit of two-division glory. His recent journey had taken a positive turn at UFC 300 in April, where he secured an […]
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retired on top, leaving the sport after a dominant submission victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254. Despite UFC CEO Dana White's efforts to lure him back, Khabib remains firm in his decision to stay retired. However, he remains active in the sport as a trainer and continues to […]
Joaquin Buckley delivered a dominant performance against Colby Covington in the main event of UFC Tampa on Saturday night, and he's now got his sights on the welterweight gold. The fight came to an unexpected conclusion when the ringside physician stopped the contest due to a severe cut on Covington's face. The injury worsened as […]
Many fight fans agree that Conor McGregor hasn’t been the same fighter — or person — since earning generational wealth from his high-profile boxing match with Floyd Mayweather years ago. Once tied to a potential bout with Michael Chandler this year, McGregor's return to the Octagon was ultimately scrapped. Despite UFC CEO Dana White’s insistence […]
Following UFC Tampa, the promotion’s final event of the year, Dana White dropped a tantalizing hint that has fight fans buzzing. Reflecting on a banner year for his promotion — one filled with massive fights, record-breaking moments, and unforgettable highlights — White suggested that even bigger surprises await in the near future. Speaking to the […]
Joaquin Buckley delivered a commanding performance against Colby Covington in the UFC Tampa main event. However, the fight concluded on a somewhat anticlimactic note when the ringside physician halted the contest due to a gruesome cut on Covington's face. The injury, which worsened as the fight progressed, raised concerns about potential damage to the former […]
Alexander Gustafsson, widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists to never capture a UFC title, is officially parting ways with the promotion after 15 years and 18 fights. The Swedish star’s most iconic moment came at UFC 165 in September 2013, where he pushed Jon Jones to the limit in a fight […]
The UFC has finalized a fight between former two-time middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and the rising Nassourdine Imavov for early 2025. Knockout Alerts reported a number of weeks ago that the bout was planned to headline the second UFC Fight Night event in Saudi Arabia on Feb. 1, 2025, at The Venue in Riyadh. That's […]
Greg Hardy's transition from the NFL to combat sports has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows. After wrapping up his football career, Hardy entered the UFC heavyweight division in 2019, making his debut with a disqualification loss to Allen Crowder. He rebounded with knockout victories over lower-tier opponents but faced stiffer competition as his […]
Belal Muhammad has made it clear that he will be rooting against Colby Covington in the UFC Tampa main event, where "Chaos" is set to face Joaquin Buckley at the Amalie Arena. Muhammad and Covington share a long-standing history of animosity, having exchanged verbal jabs for years. Despite the bad blood, the two have never […]
Joaquin Buckley and Colby Covington are set to clash in the main event of UFC Tampa, and the buildup has been as intense as expected. Both fighters have engaged in their share of trash talk, but Buckley couldn’t help but laugh at Covington’s attempts to dismiss their history. According to "New Mansa," the two once […]
Dominick Reyes continued his resurgence at UFC 310, securing a second consecutive victory with a TKO win over fellow former title challenger Anthony Smith. After the fight, “Lionheart” hinted at the possibility of retirement, a sentiment shared by UFC CEO Dana White, who suggested it might be time for Smith to step away. The call […]
