Ilia and Aleksandre Topuria have officially ended their professional relationship with Jorge and Agustín Climent, marking the conclusion of a long-standing training partnership in MMA. As confirmed by MARCA, the decision comes as both parties now live in different cities and face growing professional obligations that prevent them from maintaining the same level of collaboration. […]
In the predawn hours, while most fighters are still sleeping, Kayla Harrison is already up preparing lessons for her homeschooled children. By afternoon, she's at American Top Team, preparing for the biggest fight of her career against Julianna Peña at UFC 316 on June 7 in Newark, New Jersey. This seemingly impossible balancing act between […]
As the UFC 316 showdown between Kayla Harrison and Julianna Peña approaches on June 7 at the Prudential Center in Newark, Harrison isn't mincing words about her intentions in the Octagon. The two-time Olympic gold medalist has a clear assessment of her opponent and an even clearer plan to dismantle her. "I'm here to show […]
Following Saturday's UFC Vegas 106 event at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, the official UFC rankings saw significant movement across several weight classes. The updated rankings, released today (Monday, May 19, 2025), feature dramatic shifts particularly in the welterweight division, while introducing fresh talent to the featherweight and women's bantamweight rankings. Welterweight Shakeup Undefeated […]
UFC returns to the UFC Apex in Las Vegas this Saturday with a welterweight contest featuring former title challenger Gilbert Burns facing undefeated prospect Michael Morales in the main event. Burns (22-8) enters the contest looking to halt a three-fight slide against top-tier competition, while Morales (17-0) aims to build on his first-round victory over […]
Reinier de Ridder is leaving nothing to chance in his pursuit of UFC gold. Fresh off his knockout victory over Bo Nickal, the Dutch middleweight contender revealed he's relocating his entire family to the United States to maximize his fighting career. "We're going all in on the US move," de Ridder told MMA Junkie. "I […]
Former ONE Championship double champion Reinier de Ridder has a clear strategy for his July 26 UFC Abu Dhabi main event against Robert Whittaker: find the former champion's neck. "One thing we know is he really likes to jump in," de Ridder told MMA Junkie's Mike Bohn. "He's explosive from a distance. So, I think […]
The UFC has launched its popular behind-the-scenes documentary series 'Embedded' for UFC 315, providing fans with an intimate look at fighters' preparations ahead of Saturday's double championship event in Montreal. New episodes are being released daily, building anticipation for the pay-per-view card headlined by two title fights.
Joel Alvarez has withdrawn from his UFC 315 bout against Benoit Saint-Denis due to a hand injury, with Canadian fighter Kyle Prepolec stepping in as a replacement. Meanwhile, ticket sales for the May 10 event in Montreal are reportedly struggling at around 50% capacity despite featuring two championship bouts.
Lightweight contender Joel Alvarez has been forced to withdraw from his scheduled bout against Benoît Saint-Denis at UFC 315 due to a hand injury, dealing a significant blow to the upcoming pay-per-view card. Alvarez announced the news on Sunday via his Instagram account, stating that the injury will leave him unable to punch for three […]
The UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad has confirmed he will carry the Palestinian flag during his walkout at UFC 315 in Montreal, despite a brief controversy over its removal from his UFC profile last month. In an exclusive interview with Damon Martin for MMA Fighting, Muhammad stated he has already cleared the plan with UFC […]
UFC commentator and former lightweight contender Paul Felder issued a direct warning to undefeated prospect Bo Nickal ahead of his crucial Saturday showdown with former ONE Championship double-champ Reinier de Ridder at UFC Des Moines, urging the wrestling phenom to be more aggressive after his disappointing last outing. In an interview with ESPN, Felder called […]
The Professional Fighters League returns tonight with World Tournament Week 4 at Universal Studios Florida, featuring critical light heavyweight and heavyweight quarterfinal bouts with playoff implications. Former Bellator champion Phil Davis (24-7) headlines against 2022 PFL light heavyweight champion Rob Wilkinson (19-3) in a clash of former title holders. "In his heyday, Davis was one […]
Former Manchester United captain Patrice Evra has publicly challenged old football rival Luis Suárez to settle their controversial 2011 racism dispute in his upcoming MMA debut at PFL Europe on May 23 in Paris. "When the PFL asked me who I would like, I said Luis Suárez because I had a beef with him back […]
Irish contender Ian Machado Garry has been confirmed as the official backup fighter for the UFC 315 welterweight championship bout between Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena in Montreal on May 10. UFC CEO, Dana White, confirmed the Irishman is the official backup should anything go sideways at the last minute at UFC Kansas City's […]
The UFC's return to Iowa after 25 years is set with the complete fight card now official for Saturday's UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo will face Cory Sandhagen in a five-round bantamweight fight, headlining the ESPN-televised event marking the UFC's first […]
The UFC has announced a new multi-year marketing partnership with Hpnotiq, the popular blue liqueur known for its nostalgic 2000s appeal. As part of the agreement, Hpnotiq becomes an Official Partner of UFC and will activate its brand at select UFC events in the United States, including all Fight Nights. The deal represents the latest […]
Here are today's top MMA and UFC news stories: Ilia Topuria Begins Training Camp for UFC 317 Lightweight Title Shot Ilia Topuria, the former UFC featherweight champion, has officially begun his training camp amid reports that he will compete at UFC 317 during International Fight Week on June 28. Having vacated the 145lb belt after […]
Lerone Murphy's dominant unanimous decision victory over Josh Emmett at UFC Vegas 105 has cemented his position as one of the featherweight division's most promising contenders. With his undefeated record now at 16-0-1 and an eight-fight winning streak that ties for the longest active streak in the division, Murphy stands at a pivotal moment in […]
UFC returns to the intimate Apex facility this Saturday for UFC Vegas 105, featuring a high-stakes featherweight showdown between veteran knockout artist Josh Emmett and undefeated prospect Lerone Murphy. Taking place in Las Vegas, this event showcases fighters at critical junctures in their careers, with implications for the increasingly competitive featherweight division. How to Watch […]
