Carlos Prates says the UFC promised him the title shot against Islam Makhachev
Carlos Prates says the UFC guaranteed him the next welterweight title shot against Islam Makhachev, with a new eight-fight deal. The UFC has confirmed nothing.
Edson Barboza Retires, and Reveals He Fought Half-Blind
Edson Barboza retired at UFC 330 and revealed severe vision loss in his right eye, two surgeries, and years of internal battles before walking away.
Jake Paul MMA Debut: He Picked Nate Diaz, Who Answered in Four Words
Jake Paul named Nate Diaz for his MMA debut and Diaz answered in four words. Royce Gracie in the plans, a 2027 target, and nothing signed yet.
Quillan Salkilld Submitted Gamrot and Jumped the Entire Lightweight Queue
Quillan Salkilld submitted Mateusz Gamrot in round one at UFC Vegas 120. At 26 and 6-0 in the UFC, he just overtook a jammed lightweight division.
UFC 330: The Challenger Nobody Believed In Is Now the Smart Money
UFC 330 is on August 15 in Philadelphia. Islam Makhachev defends the welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry, the most doubted challenger in years.
UFC Paris: Parnasse Debuts in the Main Event, Hooker Plays Villain
UFC Paris is on September 5 at the Accor Arena. Salahdine Parnasse debuts in a five-round main event against Dan Hooker, on a card packed with French fighters.
Chimaev Strickland Rematch Moves Closer as Borz Books Moscow
The Chimaev Strickland rematch is back on the table: the champion softens as his shoulder heals, while Chimaev books a wrestling match in Moscow on September 5.
McGregor vs Holloway 2: Everything at Stake at UFC 329
McGregor vs Holloway 2 headlines UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas. Records, key stats and stakes as Conor McGregor ends a five-year layoff at welterweight.
McGregor Knee Surgery: What Is Left After 69 Seconds
McGregor knee surgery confirmed after his 69-second UFC 329 defeat. The fifth operation of his career, a year on the sidelines and the retirement calls.
MVP PFL Merger: Jake Paul Buys Himself a Real UFC Rival
The MVP PFL merger creates a new global combat sports company. What Jake Paul announced, how Dana White answered, and what it changes for fighters.