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Steve Erceg names UFC flyweight who can pose a threat to Alexandre Pantoja’s UFC GOAT target that hasn’t fought him yet
The UFC’s flyweight champion clearly doesn’t have any intentions of leaving anytime soon. Joe Rogan believes that Alexandre Pantoja doesn’t get the credit he deserves after what he has accomplished at 125 pounds.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Ex-UFC star who fought Jose Aldo and Josh Emmett names surprise hardest-hitting opponent
Ricardo Lamas fought the who’s who of the UFC featherweight division. The former UFC title challenger retired from MMA in 2020, hanging up the gloves after 28 pro fights, 17 of which were under the UFC banner.
Charles Oliveira News / MMA Sucka / August 8
Charles Oliveira Set for Final Title Push Opportunity in Rio
Do Bronx, Charles Oliveira is set to return to action in what will likely prove to be his final push in Rio de Janeiro. On October 11th, the former champion and multiple-time title challenger will clash with Rafael Fiziev, who looks to continue his own push for a title opportunity.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Khamzat Chimaev reveals drastic measures he’s taken ahead of UFC 319 having previously claimed he was retired
One half of the main event of UFC 319 is taking no risks ahead of August 16. While some have claimed that it is unfair, a big narrative surrounding Khamzat Chimaev has been his cardio ahead of his first UFC title fight.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
UFC ‘can’t give’ Paddy Pimblett title shot vs. Ilia Topuria, says former top-5 lightweight
Not everybody is on board with Ilia Topuria vs. Paddy Pimblett being next. Closed mouths don’t get fed. Despite being ranked #9 in the lightweight division, Paddy Pimblett has made it clear he wants a crack at the newly-crowned champion Ilia Topuria.
UFC Fight Night full picks & predictions for Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez
The UFC stays in Las Vegas this week for another UFC Fight Night event, MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 12 fights on the card.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Dricus du Plessis’ honorable act is labeled the ‘one thing people are missing’ about UFC 319
One UFC legend does not think Dricus du Plessis is getting enough credit for how his next title defense came together. Du Plessis has continued to prove
Dricus Du Plessis News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Du Plessis Sends a Clear Message About Moving Up to Light Heavyweight Division
Middleweight champion focused on defending his crown before considering a jump to light heavyweight The countdown is on for UFC 319, set to take over the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, in just a couple weeks.
Ilia Topuria News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Ilia Topuria is warned he’ll be ‘public enemy No. 1’ unless he changes his stance on one potential opponent
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria continues to come under fire for his refusal to fight one top contender. Topuria’s first defense of the lightweight crown remains unconfirmed, but the UFC is not short on options for his opening challenger.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Jon Jones’ UFC return receives a huge update as he follows in Conor McGregor’s footsteps despite Dana White snub
In June, the UFC’s heavyweight division finally received some long-overdue clarity. Dana White announced that Jon Jones had confirmed his retirement to the promotion, meaning that Tom Aspinall was promoted to the undisputed champion.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Paddy Pimblett takes aim at contender he ‘used to like’ after he joined Justin Gaethje in turning him down
Following UFC 317 at the end of June, we still don’t know what is next for the lightweight champion. Arman Tsarukyan has called for Ilia Topuria to vacate the title after the undefeated star claimed that he has no interest in fighting the man that many believe is the rightful top contender.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
5 Conor McGregor fights every MMA fan needs to watch including his 13 second knockout of a UFC legend
Conor McGregor has teased a return to the octagon, which has fans harkening back to his incredible prime as a UFC champion. The former UFC Champion has recently re-entered the drug testing pool for athletes, with Conor McGregor’s plan seemingly to compete on the UFC White House event on July 4, 2026.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Khamzat Chimaev snubbed as UFC legend names the ‘most likely’ to become a three-division champion
Khamzat Chimaev has been told he is likely to be pipped to the post when it comes to one of his major UFC ambitions. After a multitude of health issues stalled what was initially a fast rise in the UFC, Chimaev is finally approaching his first chance to secure champion status inside the Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 8
Dominant UFC champion sets timeline to break GOAT contender’s major record that has stood for 8 years
Demetrious Johnson’s UFC title defense record could be in danger if this current champion is to be believed. Johnson enjoyed an illustrious championship reign on mixed martial arts’ biggest stage that has left him as the uncontested greatest flyweight of all time and a frequent figure in overall UFC GOAT lists and MMA Mount Rushmore selections.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 8
Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi joins UFC Vancouver fight card
The UFC has officially added an exciting bantamweight showdown between Marlon “Chito” Vera and Canada’s own Aiemann Zahabi to the UFC Vancouver fight card scheduled for October 18, 2025.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 8
UFC Vegas 109 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Steve Erceg – Ode Osbourne
Tomorrow night in the co-main event of UFC Vegas 109, we are going to see a fun matchup in the flyweight division. 10th ranked contender and former title challenger Steve Erceg (12-4) will look to get back on track as he takes on dangerous striker Ode Osbourne (13-8).
Khabib Nurmagomedov With Bold Islam Makhachev Career Claim
Islam Makhachev career path has been a wild ride, with him being arguably the most dominant fighter of his generation. Now firmly out of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s shadow, the former UFC lightweight champion has built a strong case to be considered the greatest 155-pounder in the promotion’s history.
Daniel Cormier reveals he got a concerning call about Khamzat Chimaev ahead of UFC 319
Daniel Cormier had his doubts about whether Khamzat Chimaev would be ready for his first UFC title shot. The undefeated Russian is set to face middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 on August 16th.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 8
Alexandre Pantoja eyes superfight with Merab Dvalishvili
The UFC flyweight division has never been more electrifying, and its reigning king, Alexandre Pantoja, might be ready to cross divisional lines for one of the biggest superfights of his career.
Max Holloway News / UFC on ClutchPoints / August 8
Max Holloway faces lengthy absence from UFC following hand injury
Max Holloway, one of the UFC’s most beloved and resilient fighters, stunned MMA fans this week with the somber news that his competitive 2025 campaign may be all but over.
MMA News / FirstSportz / August 8
Paddy Pimblett Teases Skipping Arman Tsarukyan for Title Fight Against ‘El Chorizo’ Ilia Topuria
As expected, the UFC’s lightweight division continues to thrive as one of the most competitive and talent-packed rosters in MMA. Currently, the crown belongs to Ilia Topuria, who is riding high on momentum and delivering dominant performances inside the octagon.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 8
Dricus Du Plessis plans to 'break' Khamzat Chimaev in UFC 319 title fight
The middleweight title will be on the line in the UFC 319 main event on Aug. 19 at the United Center in Chicago. Champion Dricus Du Plessis (23-2) looks to successfully defend his belt for a third time against the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev (14-0).
Israel Adesanya News / Dice City Sports / August 7
Israel Adesanya Plotting Return To The Octagon
After enduring the toughest stretch of his career, former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is ready to make his comeback and he’s looking to settle some old scores.
Ben Askren News / Dice City Sports / August 5
Ben Askren gives a ‘humbling’ update
UFC legend Ben Askren has had one heck of a ride as of late. A few months ago, Askren was healthy with no plans for the remainder of the year. Askren had no plans of fighting for his life for months and undergoing a double lung transplant.
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