3 minutes ago

Islam Makhachev Recalls Sean Strickland’s Private Family Values

Makhachev said Strickland praised Dagestan’s traditions during a UFC PI meeting three years ago, despite calling him “a bit unhinged.” He said they discussed culture and family values, with Strickland saying he wanted a private family life like theirs. Makhachev added that Strickland did not want his family connected to the fight business.

By Afnan Chougle

about 18 hours ago

Dana White Awards Four Fighters $100K Bonuses at UFC 328

UFC 328 delivered in Newark as Strickland reclaimed middleweight gold from Chimaev, while Joshua Van defended his flyweight title in a Fight of the Night war with Tatsuro Taira. Jim Miller and Yaroslav Amosov earned Performance of the Night bonuses, with four fighters taking $100,000. The sold-out Prudential Center event drew 17,783 fans and a record $7,518,918 gate.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 18 hours ago

Dana White Says UFC Signed Jim Miller to Five More Fights After UFC 328 Win

Miller’s UFC 328 submission win over Jared Gordon came on the final fight of his deal, but White said the promotion immediately added five more. “Tonight was the last fight on his contract,” White said. The 42-year-old veteran (39-19) chased his 50th UFC appearance, and White joked he added a fifth bout because Miller likes “a round number.”

By Adarsh Ojha

about 19 hours ago

Maxx Crosby Goes Wild After Sean Strickland’s UFC 328 Title Win

Crosby reacted to Strickland’s UFC 328 upset by posting “LFG!” with fire emojis after the former champion stunned Chimaev by split decision, reclaiming middleweight gold. Chimaev controlled early grappling, but Strickland survived, forced striking exchanges and edged the cards 48-47, 47-48, 48-47. The Raiders star joined many athletes celebrating one of the year’s wildest title swings.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 19 hours ago

Jiri Prochazka Praises Sean Strickland but Questions Khamzat Chimaev Energy

Prochazka reacted to UFC 328 by praising Strickland’s upset win over Chimaev, saying he showed “strength” under pressure. But the former light heavyweight champion also questioned Chimaev’s contrast, writing, “pure hate in pressconference and smile in the cage ?” Prochazka said fighters must handle “the fire in our heart and stillness in our mind” before returning to training.

By Adarsh Ojha

about 19 hours ago

Dana White Pumps Brakes on Conor McGregor Fight Announcement

White cooled talk that McGregor’s return announcement is imminent after Ariel Helwani hinted news could come within days. “There’s no deal done with Conor,” White said, clarifying he was only expressing confidence. McGregor has not fought since breaking his leg against Poirier in 2021, and White added, “I’m way more confident this year” than last year, despite recent training buzz.

By Adarsh Ojha

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