Wang Cong has reignited her rivalry with Valentina Shevchenko — and this time, it’s happening outside the cage. The Chinese contender took to social media ahead of UFC Macau, claiming the reigning flyweight champion pulled out of a planned joint fan Q&A appearance to avoid sharing the stage with her. The two were expected to […]
Sean Strickland isn’t shy about speaking his mind, and his latest comments make it clear he’s seriously tempted by the kind of money being made outside the UFC. The reigning middleweight champion reacted to Jake Paul landing on Forbes’ highest-paid athletes list after reportedly earning around $70 million, and the numbers clearly caught his attention. […]
The fallout from Adin Ross’ Brand Risk 14 event continues to grow after a bizarre fight between Ray J and Supa Hot Fire left fans questioning what actually happened inside the ring. The bout, which took place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas under the oversight of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, quickly became […]
Early signs of history in the making are now visible at the White House. MMA journalist Luke Thomas recently shared a birds-eye image on X showing heavy construction activity on the South Lawn, where preparations appear to be underway for the UFC’s unprecedented event. While massive cranes can be seen dominating the backdrop, with ongoing […]
Conor McGregor’s long-awaited return could have looked very different. While the former two-division champion is now set to face Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329 on July 11, new details reveal that wasn’t the original plan from his side. According to his longtime manager Audie Attar, McGregor had his sights set on […]
Conor McGregor is finally set to make his long-awaited return, and it’s not just the fight that has him fired up — it’s the deal behind it. After nearly five years away from the Octagon, the former two-division champion is scheduled to headline UFC 329 against Max Holloway on July 11 in Las Vegas. But […]
Sean Strickland didn’t mince words after his brief appearance at the influencer-driven Brand Risk 14 event, making it clear he regretted showing up almost immediately after it ended. The reigning UFC middleweight champion was present at the show, even stepping in on commentary for one of the bouts. But what he witnessed inside the venue […]
Khamzat Chimaev is no longer staying quiet about his first loss inside the Octagon, and he’s pointing toward more than just the action inside the cage as the reason behind it. The former middleweight champion suffered a narrow split decision defeat to Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 in Newark, a result […]
Tom Aspinall didn’t hold back after watching Rico Verhoeven fall short against Oleksandr Usyk in their WBC heavyweight title clash, labeling the ending as nothing short of outrageous. The UFC heavyweight champion was watching the fight live on his YouTube channel when the dramatic finish unfolded. With just one second remaining in Round 11, the […]
Oleksandr Usyk walked away with his undefeated record intact, but his latest victory over Rico Verhoeven has sparked heavy debate following a controversial finish in Egypt. Fighting in front of the Pyramids of Giza for the WBC heavyweight title, "The Cat" secured a technical knockout at 2:59 of Round 11. However, the timing of the […]
Mizuki Hiruta successfully defended her WBO and Ring Magazine super flyweight titles with a composed and calculated performance against Mai Soliman at the “Glory in Giza” event. Fighting in front of a high-profile crowd in Egypt, Hiruta showcased her technical edge over the hard-hitting challenger, earning a unanimous decision victory with scores of 99-91 and […]
Rico Verhoeven had no shortage of options when he decided to walk away from GLORY as its long-reigning heavyweight champion. After more than a decade of dominance and an unbeaten run that made him one of the sport’s most recognizable figures, the Dutch star found himself at a crossroads. With his contract nearing its end, […]
Ilia Topuria may not be impressed by the matchup itself, but he knows exactly what’s at stake when Conor McGregor returns to face Max Holloway at UFC 329. Set for July 11 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the highly anticipated rematch marks McGregor’s first appearance in the Octagon since 2021. While the bout has […]
A recent livestream crossover between MMA and the fitness world delivered a quick reality check. Merab Dvalishvili shared the mat with bodybuilding influencer Larry Wheels during a livestream on Kick, and the result was as decisive as it was fast. Wheels, who had previously rolled with the former UFC bantamweight champion in an earlier clip, […]
Tensions boiled over ahead of PFL Brussels as a scheduled bout nearly erupted a day early during the ceremonial weigh-ins. What was supposed to be a routine faceoff between Khamzat Abaev and Luca Poclit quickly spiraled into chaos when both fighters brought unexpected intensity to the stage. Poclit stepped forward aggressively with his guard raised, […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is at the center of another major legal battle, this time alleging he was the victim of a long-running financial scheme that cost him a staggering $175 million. According to reports, including details obtained by TMZ Sports, Mayweather has filed a lawsuit in New York accusing former associate Jona Rechnitz, along with […]
The influence of combat sports is stretching further into mainstream American sports, with key figures behind the UFC now securing a foothold in the NFL. TKO Group Holdings executives Ari Emanuel and Mark Shapiro have officially been approved as minority investors in the Las Vegas Raiders, marking a notable crossover between the UFC’s parent company […]
Ilia Topuria is preparing for one of the biggest fights of his career, but that hasn’t stopped him from taking aim at a top contender waiting in the wings. As "El Matador" gears up to face Justin Gaethje in a lightweight title unification bout at the UFC White House event on June 14, he has […]
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is facing a significant legal and financial ruling after being declared the father of a young child in a case that has been unfolding for several years. According to a report from TMZ Sports, a Nevada judge ruled in March 2026 that Mayweather is the legal father of a four-year-old girl, bringing […]
Alistair Overeem doesn’t believe a potential clash between Rico Verhoeven and Francis Ngannou would be competitive — and he’s urging the kickboxing star to stay far away from that matchup. Speaking during a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, the former UFC title challenger explained why Verhoeven’s skillset wouldn’t translate well into mixed martial […]
