1 minute ago

Khalil Rountree Calls Khamzat Chimaev a ‘Bear Trap’

The UFC’s #4-ranked light heavyweight sees no top-15 middleweight contenders defeating the undefeated (15-0) champion. Rountree said, “I don’t see anyone who shows me they have the intensity and control to deal with the problem of Khamzat. He’s just a bear trap on people with no fear and full control.” Rountree added Chimaev’s fights look like “a one-sided shutout, undeniable.”

By Afnan Chougle

7 minutes ago

Sean O’Malley Reacts To Fighters' Complaints About Less Pay In UFC

The #3-ranked bantamweight brushed off fighters complaining about getting paid less for fights. “People complain, ‘I’m only getting paid 10 and 10,’” O'Malley said. He stated, “You have to build your name up and bring value to the promotion.” He added, “If you don’t want to make $50,000 a fight, go work at Target. No one’s forcing you to fight.”

By Afnan Chougle

about 1 hour ago

Justin Gaethje Says Bike Crash Left Him ‘Compromised’ for Charles Oliveira Fight

Gaethje (26-5) said Oliveira (36-11) caught him at less than 100% of his potential. “I was in a bike crash 18 days before the Oliveira fight… banging my head off the road,” Gaethje said. “I was compromised walking into that fight,” he added. The ex-lightweight champion defeated #4-ranked Gaethje via sub rear-naked choke in 2022 for the vacant lightweight title.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 hours ago

Justin Gaethje Vows to Hurt Paddy Pimblett, Says He’s Entering 'Primal' Mode

“I specifically want to hurt this kid badly,” Gaethje said, adding, “I can’t wait to f* this kid up.” Gaethje stated that he is in a very 'Primal' mindset, warning Pimblett, "When I go to that place, I'm one of the most dangerous in the world." #4-ranked Gaethje faces #5-ranked Pimblett for the interim lightweight title this Saturday in Vegas.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 hours ago

Justin Gaethje Says Interim Belt Still Pays Like UFC Gold, Credits Trust

Gaethje framed Saturday’s lightweight interim title bout with Paddy Pimblett as more than a placeholder. “It just shows that the UFC trusts me to put me in these positions,” he said, arguing the strap still pays like gold. “I’ve never pulled out from a fight,” Gaethje (26-5) added, pitching reliability as his leverage to earn big fights from the UFC.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 hours ago

Gable Steveson Meets Hugo Lezama at Mexico Fight League 3 on Feb. 19

Steveson steps up Feb. 19 in Monterrey at Mexico Fight League 3, streaming on YouTube. The 25-year-old Olympic wrestling gold medalist is 2-0 in MMA, with two KOs in 2:02, plus a 15-second Dirty Boxing win in 10 weeks, training under ex-UFC champion Jon Jones. Lezama, 11-3, owns nine stoppages and defended Budo Sento’s heavyweight belt in Nov. 2024.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 hours ago

Jon Anik Says UFC Events Are ‘Way Too Long’

The veteran UFC commentator flagged event fatigue while discussing UFC scheduling. “Our events are way too long,” he said, pushing for “10 or 11 fights instead of 15.” Anik added, “We ask a lot of our fans—eight hours times 41 Saturdays.” The remarks reignite debate over bloated cards, pacing issues, and whether fewer bouts would elevate stakes and viewership.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Nick Diaz Blasts Jack Della Maddalena’s Grappling After Islam Makhachev Fight

The former UFC welterweight legend broke down Maddalena’s grappling technique after his November 2025 welterweight title fight loss against Makhachev by unanimous decision. “You watch this fight with Islam and a f**king Australian,” Diaz said. “This guy [JDM] didn’t execute the leverage,” he added. Diaz demonstrated how JDM could have used his knee as leverage to escape Makhachev's top hold.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Arman Tsarukyan Goes Viral After Courtside Appearance at an NBA Game

Tsarukyan sparked buzz online after appearing courtside for Lakers vs. Raptors last night. He was spotted filming the game and posing with athletes. Tsarukyan later shared clips and photos on social media. The #1-ranked UFC lightweight (23-3), riding a five-fight win streak, last fought in 2025 and defeated Dan Hooker by submitting him with an arm-triangle.

By Afnan Chougle

about 6 hours ago

Paddy Pimblett Ranks Islam Makhachev Above Khabib Nurmagomedov in GOAT Debate

“I've always dreamed of being one of the greats, and you can’t do it unless you’re a two-weight champion, like Islam,” the #5-ranked lightweight said, adding, “He [Islam] is higher in the GOAT discussion than Khabib now because he's a two-weight champion.” Makhachev became a two-division champion in 2025, while Khabib retired 29-0 after three lightweight title defenses in 2020.

By Afnan Chougle

about 20 hours ago

UFC 324 Card Highlights: Derrick Lewis Oldest, Ateba Gautier Youngest

UFC 324 mixes veterans and new blood on Jan. 24. Heavyweight Derrick Lewis, 40, is the card’s oldest fighter, while 23-year-old middleweight Ateba Gautier is the youngest. Lightweight Michael Johnson leads experience, entering his 32nd UFC bout and owning the longest tenure after debuting Dec. 4, 2010. Newcomer Ty Cole Miller makes his first UFC welterweight walk in Las Vegas.

By Afnan Chougle

about 20 hours ago

Paddy Pimblett Tells Tom Aspinall He’s Too Nice to Ciryl Gane

After Gane’s eye poke drew criticism, Pimblett told Aspinall he was still being too polite about it. “I would get well more swear words out there,” he said, adding he’d tell Gane: “Wash your f**ing fingernails, you stuffy c*nt.” The lightweight insisted hard language fits fight culture, especially after fouls that can change outcomes in an instant on big nights.

By Afnan Chougle

about 21 hours ago

Derrick Lewis Claims ‘Best Shape’ Before Waldo Cortes-Acosta Fight at UFC 324

The #8 heavyweight contender Lewis and the UFC’s all-time knockout leader, says he’s peaking ahead of Jan. 24 vs Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324. “I’m in the best shape of my life,” he said, calling things “perfectly” aligned on a two-fight streak. Lewis also claimed he’s felt a difference from “peptides,” he says he’s taking daily. The UFC has not commented.

By Afnan Chougle

about 21 hours ago

Merab Dvalishvili Says Yan Trilogy Is Set—But Not for White House Card

Dvalishvili revealed the UFC has assured him a Petr Yan bantamweight trilogy will happen, just not at the Donald Trump-backed White House event in June-July. Yan’s Russian nationality reportedly rules him out amidst heightened U.S.–Russia tensions. If Russians are excluded, champions like Islam Makhachev and Khamzat Chimaev may also miss the card, reshaping matchmaking for the landmark show.

By Afnan Chougle

about 22 hours ago

Paddy Pimblett Calls Arman Tsarukyan a 'Little B*itch' For Missing Title Chance

Pimblett said the #1-ranked contender has only himself to blame for missing the interim lightweight title shot, which is set between Justin Gaethje vs. Pimblett on January 24. Pimblett said, “We’re not running around punching fans… or head-butting fighters at weigh-ins.” Tsarukyan was suspended after a UFC 300 altercation with a fan and head-butted Dan Hooker before their fight.

By Afnan Chougle

about 22 hours ago

Francis Ngannou Drops IShowSpeed With a Body Shot in Viral Livestream

A viral clip showed streamer IShowSpeed meeting former UFC heavyweight champion on his livestream on YouTube in a football stadium and asking him to learn to box. “I’m trying to learn how to box,” Speed said, adding, “for real… because it hurts.” After their exchange, Ngannou jokingly tapped Speed with a sudden stomach shot. Speed instantly crumpled and hit the floor.

By Afnan Chougle

1 day ago

Islam Makhachev Mocks Michael Morales Record Flip After Tapology Reversal

Tapology briefly changed Morales’ mark before backlash forced it to reclassify his 2017 Ultima Pelea bouts as exhibitions and restore 19-0. Welterweight champ Makhachev joked, “He got choked out… then they said exhibition. He needs to be choked out again.” Morales said talks included Maddalena, but added, “If it’s Makhachev, I’ll accept it too,” eyeing March or April.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Derrick Lewis Makes Shocking Peptide Claim Before UFC 324 Fight

Lewis claimed that the UFC “provided” him “great peptides,” saying he takes them daily and feels “the difference.” Coach Bob Perez added the recovery was “stupid” fast and Lewis looked “like a video game” in camp. This follows Mohammad Usman’s 30-month suspension for peptide use. Meanwhile, Lewis faces Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324 on Jan. 24 in Las Vegas.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Jon Jones Issues Cold Response to Alex Pereira Callout

Jones answered Pereira’s “Jones is next” tire-shop post amid talk of a UFC White House card. In a video, Jones said, “I’ve beat a lot of legends from your country…you’d be a good one to add to my list. Be careful what you wish for.” Pereira wants Jones on June 14, but Dana White is skeptical, making the timing interesting.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Nina Marie Daniele Tries Submission Challenge Against Jean Silva

Ahead of UFC 324, Nina Drama filmed a playful submission challenge with Jean Silva. Nina tried a hold, but Silva escaped in under four seconds. When Silva attacked, he made her tap in two. Meanwhile, #11 Silva (16-3, 12 KO/TKOs) is set to face #6 Arnold Allen (20-3) at UFC 324, who has never been finished. Silva’s stoppage loss to Diego Lopes stalled his rise; Allen’s pressure now meets Silva’s knockout hunt.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Sean Strickland Calls UFC Filming ‘Fraudulent’ Ahead Of Feb. 21 Return

Strickland blasted UFC content shoots en route to filming, saying, “I hate filming…it’s all f***ing fraudulent,” and claiming his unedited comments “won’t” air. He added, “Tell me what you want me to say…I’ll fing say it.” It’s unclear if the session is for his Anthony Hernandez fight promo or UFC’s broader Paramount partnership push. Strickland is scheduled to return Feb. 21.

By Adarsh Ojha

1 day ago

Jon Anik Calls For 150-Fighter Roster Cut To Shorten UFC Cards

Anik said UFC shows “are way too long,” arguing cards should run 10–11 fights instead of 15. He’d accept “five or six hours instead of eight,” noting fans endure “eight hours… times 41 Saturdays.” Anik also criticized a roster “north of 600” plus “50 fighters” signed via Contender Series yearly, adding he’d “cut 150 fighters off the roster” to make events more “palatable.”

By Adarsh Ojha

2 days ago

Alex Pereira Earns Cheers After Helping His Community in Brazil

A viral video of the UFC light heavyweight champion shows him being applauded by the people as he hands out essentials in cardboard boxes to local community members. The moment resonated because he grew up poor in the favelas of São Bernardo do Campo, left school at 12, and worked in a tire shop before becoming a UFC superstar.

By Afnan Chougle

2 days ago

Sean O’Malley Aims To Finish Song Yadong, Then Petr Yan at White House

“I just got to go out there and get the job done,” O'Malley said, calling himself “one or two of the biggest names in UFC.” If he wins, O'Malley wants a blockbuster on the historic card on June 14: “Me versus Petr, biggest bantamweight fight in history.” O’Malley (18-3) faces Song (22-8) at UFC 324 on January 24 in Vegas.

By Afnan Chougle

2 days ago

Paul Hughes Says He Accepted Arman Tsarukyan's Offer, Then They ‘Went Ghost’

After Merab Dvalishvili revealed he was offered to face Tsarukyan on 3-day notice as replacement for Sharaputdin Magomedov in December, PFL lightweight Hughes said he also got the same call. “I was offered this. I accepted, and they [Arman] went ghost,” Hughes said. He then challenged the #1-ranked UFC lightweight directly and said, “Arman, let’s run it. Name the date.”

By Afnan Chougle

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