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Khabib Nurmagomedov achieved a major milestone in his UFC career by ending rival’s 7-fight unbeaten run

Khabib Nurmagomedov achieved a major milestone in his UFC career by ending rival’s 7-fight unbeaten run

A key moment in Khabib Nurmagomedov’s rise to greatness in the UFC happened on this day 12 years ago. UFC 165 took place on September 21, 2013, headlined by Jon Jones’ title defense against Alexander Gustafsson.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Tom Aspinall reveals his ‘hands were completely tied’ by the UFC during Jon Jones title saga

Tom Aspinall reveals his ‘hands were completely tied’ by the UFC during Jon Jones title saga

Tom Aspinall didn’t only put a lot of thought into a potential fight against Jon Jones, but he put a lot of time and resources into the potential clash.

Charles Oliveira News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
UFC Rio takes another hit after Charles Oliveira’s canceled matchup as second main card fight falls through

UFC Rio takes another hit after Charles Oliveira’s canceled matchup as second main card fight falls through

Two home favorites are now looking for replacement opponents to keep their UFC Rio appearances intact. The UFC’s upcoming return to Brazil appears cursed, with the lineup losing two big fights in recent days.

Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
5-0 MMA star branded ‘big’ Paddy Pimblett names ‘much scarier’ UFC legend he prefers to be compared to

5-0 MMA star branded ‘big’ Paddy Pimblett names ‘much scarier’ UFC legend he prefers to be compared to

An emerging light heavyweight prospect has taken the mixed martial arts world by storm, and he will continue to do so if he has the career of the fighter he associates with the most.

Brock Lesnar News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Brock Lesnar turned down ‘ten times more’ money to ditch UFC return and save himself from ‘pure hell’

Brock Lesnar turned down ‘ten times more’ money to ditch UFC return and save himself from ‘pure hell’

One of the biggest pay-per-view stars in the UFC’s fold during his prime, Brock Lesnar skirted the chance to make an Octagon comeback despite a gigantic offer.

MMA News / HITC / September 21
Darren Till reveals Tom Aspinall played a key role in the early end of his UFC career

Darren Till reveals Tom Aspinall played a key role in the early end of his UFC career

Darren Till says picking the wrong sparring partners led to his UFC career falling apart. He made an early impression in the promotion, picking up impressive wins over Stephen Thompson and Donald Cerrone.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Khamzat Chimaev takes victory lap mocking Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, and more who backed DDP

Khamzat Chimaev takes victory lap mocking Israel Adesanya, Alexander Volkanovski, and more who backed DDP

Khamzat Chimaev is not done reminding those who picked against him at UFC 319. It’s been just over a month since Chimaev had gold wrapped around his waist for the first time on MMA’s biggest stage.

Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Jon Jones broke major UFC record that had stood for 11 years in classic fight that put him in the Hall of Fame

Jon Jones broke major UFC record that had stood for 11 years in classic fight that put him in the Hall of Fame

Jon Jones recorded one of the best wins of his UFC career on this day 12 years ago. On September 21, 2013, UFC 165 took place at Air Canada Centre in Toronto.

Charles Oliveira News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Charles Oliveira’s pool of possible UFC Rio replacements shrinks as top contender seemingly declines

Charles Oliveira’s pool of possible UFC Rio replacements shrinks as top contender seemingly declines

Charles Oliveira needs a new opponent for his UFC return, but a popular choice among fans has apparently pulled his name out of the hat. Oliveira’s plan to make a quick return to winning ways hit a roadblock recently.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Darren Till says bad sparring session with Tom Aspinall was ‘the beginning of the end’ of UFC career

Darren Till says bad sparring session with Tom Aspinall was ‘the beginning of the end’ of UFC career

Darren Till blames the downfall of his UFC career on choosing the wrong sparring partners. ‘The Gorilla’ burst onto the scene with big wins over Stephen Thompson and Donald Cerrone.

MMA News / HITC / September 21
Jon Jones backed by former rival for UFC White House card, but only under $1M condition

Jon Jones backed by former rival for UFC White House card, but only under $1M condition

A former UFC champion has presented two arguments in favour of Jon Jones’ inclusion on the White House card. Even though he has spent months calling him the greatest fighter ever, UFC CEO Dana White remains firm in his stance against booking Jones for next June’s card at the White House.

Bas Rutten News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
MMA legend Bas Rutten names two UFC 320 stars on his list of 2025’s ‘must watch’ fighters

MMA legend Bas Rutten names two UFC 320 stars on his list of 2025’s ‘must watch’ fighters

There are plenty of must watch fighters in the UFC, but MMA legend Bas Rutten has given his main picks. Although there is some belief that the UFC is currently undergoing a ‘lack of star’ problem, there are several fighters who have increased in popularity over the last few years.

Brock Lesnar News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Brock Lesnar clone puts UFC on notice as he storms out of press conference after bashing his bosses

Brock Lesnar clone puts UFC on notice as he storms out of press conference after bashing his bosses

Frederic Vosgröne was not in a celebratory mood after stretching his MMA record to 5-0. The light heavyweight prospect from Germany has gone viral in 2025 for his unique appearance.

Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Alex Pereira shows he faces huge weight cut after stepping on the scale two weeks before UFC 320

Alex Pereira shows he faces huge weight cut after stepping on the scale two weeks before UFC 320

Alex Pereira has a lot of weight to lose ahead of his rematch with Magomed Ankalaev. The Russian light heavyweight took his title with a unanimous decision win at UFC 313 in March.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 21
Daniel Cormier Endorses Jon Jones for UFC White House Card Despite Rivalry

Daniel Cormier Endorses Jon Jones for UFC White House Card Despite Rivalry

In one of the more unexpected twists leading up to the historic UFC White House event in June 2026, former two-division champion and current UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has publicly supported the idea of booking Jon Jones on the card.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 21
Conor McGregor Targets Michael Chandler for UFC White House Return

Conor McGregor Targets Michael Chandler for UFC White House Return

Conor McGregor insists his long-discussed return to the Octagon will finally happen, and he expects it to come on one of the UFC’s most historic stages.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 21
Ex-Bellator and Rizin champion calls for UFC contract after smoking former UFC fighter

Ex-Bellator and Rizin champion calls for UFC contract after smoking former UFC fighter

Juan Archuleta is calling for his shot in the UFC. The former Bellator and RIZIN Bantamweight Champion made it back-to-back wins over the weekend in Las Vegas.

Conor McGregor News / BoxingNews.com / September 20
Conor McGregor Vs. Michael Chandler – How Does It Play Out?

Conor McGregor Vs. Michael Chandler – How Does It Play Out?

Conor McGregor says he is fighting Michael Chandler at the UFC White House event next June, as we look at how the fight could play out.  McGregor’s return has long been in the making.

Brock Lesnar News / MMA on SI / September 20

MMA fans compare viral fighter to Brock Lesnar after yet another finish

OKTAGON MMA star Frederic Vosgröne is on a roll, scoring yet another submission victory in his co-main appearance at OKMMA 76. Dubbed 'giant Paddy Pimblett,' Vosgröne has been compared to Brock Lesnar for his hulking appearance.

Charles Oliveira News / MMA on SI / September 20
Two UFC stars offer to fight Charles Oliveira after UFC Rio main event falls apart

Two UFC stars offer to fight Charles Oliveira after UFC Rio main event falls apart

It appears that at least two top-ranked lightweights are interested in potentially stepping in on short notice to headline UFC Rio opposite Charles Oliveira.

Rafael Fiziev News / Field Level Media / September 20
Reports: Rafael Fiziev injured, out of bout in Rio de Janeiro

Reports: Rafael Fiziev injured, out of bout in Rio de Janeiro

An undisclosed injury has forced Rafael Fiziev to withdraw from his lightweight main event against Charles Oliveira at UFC Fight Night in Rio de Janeiro, multiple media outlets reported Saturday.

Rampage Jackson News / Larry Brown Sports / September 19

Raja Jackson arrested over brutal beating of wrestler Syko Stu

Raja Jackson, the son of MMA legend Rampage Jackson, is now facing a felony charge over the beatdown he unleashed on Syko Stu at a wrestling event last month.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 19

Walter Cogliandro Promises an Explosive Statement at LFA 218 in Tenerife

When Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) 218 arrives in Tenerife, Spain on September 27, all eyes will be on the featherweight clash between Walter Cogliandro (19-7-1) and Spain’s Kevin Cordero.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 19
Arman Tsarukyan Tips Ilia Topuria to Defend the 155lbs Belt Against Paddy Pimblett Before Moving Up for Islam Makhachev

Arman Tsarukyan Tips Ilia Topuria to Defend the 155lbs Belt Against Paddy Pimblett Before Moving Up for Islam Makhachev

After UFC 311, the lightweight division was in limbo, with no clear title challenger in sight. That changed at UFC 317 when Ilia Topuria delivered a brutal knockout of Charles Oliveira, becoming the UFC’s first undefeated two-division champion.

MMA News / Yardbarker / September 14
Potential featherweight matchups for Diego Lopes, Jean Silva

Potential featherweight matchups for Diego Lopes, Jean Silva after bout

Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva has concluded, and the UFC matchmakers will be considering who the fighters on the card will take on next. Here are the matchups that make sense for the main event fighters, Diego Lopes and Jean Silva.

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