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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 20
PFL signs former UFC title challenger who fought Tony Ferguson and Charles Oliveira
It didn’t take long for the PFL to replace one of their biggest stars. Bellator bantamweight champion Patchy Mix was the latest to leave the Professional Fighters League, joining fighters like Kayla Harrison and Patricio Pitbull in the UFC.
Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Major Shakeup Hits Ilia Topuria’s Camp Ahead of UFC 317
UFC 317 is shaping up to be one of the year’s most pivotal events, headlined by a high-stakes battle for lightweight gold. Ilia Topuria, the former featherweight champion, is making his long-awaited move to 155 pounds, and he’s not easing into the waters.
Chael Sonnen News / Bleacher Report / May 19
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
Surprise name predicted for Magomed Ankalaev’s first title defense amidst Alex Pereira uncertainty
UFC light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev might not run it back with Alex Pereira right away. Magomed Ankalaev ended Alex Pereira‘s history-making UFC light heavyweight title reign in a unanimous decision win at UFC 313 earlier this year.
Jon Jones News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Jon Jones Drops Cryptic 'I'm Done' Message, UFC Future in Doubt
From his record-breaking light heavyweight reign to his triumphant heavyweight title win over Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones has built an unparalleled legacy.
Islam Makhachev News / BoxingNews.com / May 19
UFC Legends Slam Islam Makhachev After Vacating Lightweight Title to Pursue Gold at 170-pounds
(Instagram: dinamo_mx and islam_makhachev) Islam Makhachev has officially vacated his UFC lightweight title to pursue history as a two-division champion.
MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / May 19
Claressa Shields fires back at 'jealous' Cris Cyborg: 'She's fighting bums'
Shields claimed a 2018 sparring match was cut short because Cyborg 'was about to cry'
Jack Della Maddalena News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
Ian Machado Garry hits back at ‘immature’ Jack Della Maddalena after champ’s controversial remarks about his son
UFC welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry didn’t hold back on his division’s new titleholder. Jack Della Maddalena capped off his unbeaten run in the UFC Octagon with an astounding performance against Belal Muhammad at UFC 315.
Undefeated Welterweight’s Stock On Rise After Vegas Victory Saturday
Michael Morales (18-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) might just be the UFC’s next biggest star at 170 lbs. Heading into this past weekend, Morales stood at No. 12 in the rankings at welterweight, squaring off against No.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
UFC champ who missed out on his prime should go down as heavyweight GOAT, says legendary coach
A coach of six UFC champions reveals who stands out above them. Few MMA coaches have accomplished what Javier Mendez has in the sport with the American Kickboxing Academy general coaching world champions to this day.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
UFC’s first-ever event in Azerbaijan takes huge hit as returning former flyweight title challenger withdraws
On June 21, the UFC is set to host an event in Azerbaijan for the first time ever, marking a historic moment for the promotion. UFC light heavyweight title challengers Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr clash in the main event, after their fight at UFC Kansas City earlier this year was postponed.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
‘What?’… Max Holloway left Joe Rogan stunned when he told him how he learned MMA striking
When Max Holloway told Joe Rogan how he used to learn how to strike in MMA the UFC commentator couldn’t quite believe it. This coming July, Max Holloway returns to the Octagon when he takes on Dustin Poirier in a trilogy fight at UFC 318, in what is Poirier’s retirement fight.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Jon Jones Breaks His Silence to Contradict Dana White on Tom Aspinall UFC Fight Claims
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has finally decided to respond directly to fans as tensions with interim champ Tom Aspinall continue to heat up. For those unaware, the past few months have been particularly sensitive for Jones, who’s already under pressure from UFC fans and critics over his ongoing standoff with Aspinall.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 19
Sean Strickland dares Belal Muhammad to settle the score in UFC grudge match
The UFC landscape is heating up once again as former middleweight champion Sean Strickland has officially called out welterweight titleholder Belal Muhammad for a grudge match that promises fireworks.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 19
Paddy Pimblett slams UFC over Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones title decisions
Paddy Pimblett is never one to bite his tongue, and after the UFC’s latest title shakeup, “The Baddy” has become the voice of a growing chorus questioning the promotion’s handling of its champions.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 19
Merab Dvalishvili danced for Dana White and co backstage after earning UFC contract with 15-second KO
In Merab Dvalishvili’s first introduction to Dana White, he immediately showed the UFC boss his eccentric and hilarious personality. On June 7 at UFC 316, Merab Dvalishvili will defend his bantamweight title for a second time when he rematches Sean O’Malley in Newark, New Jersey.
Gilbert Burns News / MMA on SI / May 19
Undefeated UFC star Michael Morales targets next fight after stopping Gilbert Burns
Michael Morales' first-round TKO against Gilbert Burns sent shockwaves throughout the welterweight division. Now, the unbeaten prospect can take it to the next level.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 19
Kayla Harrison: 'I'm here to add Julianna Pena's name to my resume'
Second-ranked women's bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison (18-1) signed with the UFC to become a champion and she'll have the opportunity at UFC 316
Ilia Topuria says Islam Makhachev must wait his turn after UFC 317
Ilia Topuria is already looking past Charles Oliveira to a potential lightweight showdown with Islam Makhachev. Topuria is set to face Oliveira for Makhachev's vacated lightweight belt at UFC 317.
MMA News / Field Level Media / May 17
Michael Morales TKOs Gilbert Burns quickly at UFC Vegas 106
Welterweight Michael Morales made short work of former UFC welterweight champion Gilbert Burns, earning a first-round TKO at 3:39 in the UFC Fight Night main event on Saturday night in Las Vegas.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 17
Dana White Shares Disappointing Message
According to MMAWeekly.com, Dana White provided a disappointing update on Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon. It is seemingly more likely than not that Conor McGregor’s return will not be happening.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 17
Dana White shares grim news on a Conor McGregor octagon return
It's becoming more and more likely that former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor may never return to the octagon. The "Notorious" hasn't fought since breaking his leg in a trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021.
Darren Till News / Big Fight Weekend / May 16
Darren Till Calls Out KSI, Slams Fury and Paul Brothers After May 16 Win
On Friday, May 16, at Vaillant Live, Derby, Darren Till vs Darren Stewart headlined Misfits 21. It was an intriguing undercard, with Ty Mitchell stopping Idris Virgo, just before Till-Stewart took centre stage.
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