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UFC Exec Corrects Derrick Lewis After He Admits to Using Banned Substance for Recovery

UFC Exec Corrects Derrick Lewis After He Admits to Using Banned Substance for Recovery

This month, PED controversies have already shaken the UFC and its fighters. However, UFC heavyweight star Derrick Lewis, ahead of his highly anticipated

MMA News / HITC / January 20

Du Plessis coach hits out at referee after Chimaev fight and makes daring pledge

Dricus Du Plessis’ head coach still has thoughts lingering from his loss to Khamzat Chimaev, even months after the fight. The build-up to UFC 319 was lengthy, and when it finally happened in August, Dricus Du Plessis took a one-sided defeat against Khamzat Chimaev in the main event.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 20

Islam Makhachev, Dustin Poirier and other UFC stars give their Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett predictions

With Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett being the first main event of the year, several stars have shared their opinions on the fight. This coming Saturday, the premier MMA promotion lands in Las Vegas for their first event of the year with UFC 324 headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett.

Conor McGregor News / MMA Weekly / January 20

Former UFC champion: 'I do believe Conor McGregor will be on the White House fight card'

Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has repeatedly claimed that he's going to be featured on the UFC fight card at the White House in June.

MMA News / HITC / January 20

Paddy Pimblett pours cold water on Ilia Topuria’s suggested schedule for title clash

Paddy Pimblett is not exactly thrilled about Ilia Topuria’s target return date to the Octagon. This Saturday, ‘The Baddy’ headlines his first UFC main event, squaring off against Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 20
Ben Askren Responds to Nate Diaz Threat as Daniel Cormier Gets Involved: 'I Can’t Let Him Slap You'

Ben Askren Responds to Nate Diaz Threat as Daniel Cormier Gets Involved: 'I Can’t Let Him Slap You'

“I don’t even think he’s that good, but he has convinced people he’s good at fighting somehow.” Ben Askren didn’t mince words as he opined on Nate Diaz‘s MMA career of 21-13 during a casual talk with Daniel Cormier a few weeks ago.

Kayla Harrison News / Bloody Elbow / January 20

Kayla Harrison’s shocking injury details revealed along with positive update following surgery

UFC fans were devastated following some incredibly unfortunate news that dropped last week. Kayla Harrison was confirmed to be out of UFC 324 due to a significant injury that would keep her on the sidelines for some time.

Justin Gaethje News / HITC / January 20

Justin Gaethje details setback that affected his latest UFC lightweight title fight

Justin Gaethje is eyeing a second interim lightweight title when he steps into the cage this weekend. Paddy Pimblett, meanwhile, has been reminding everyone of his most recent win as he tries to quiet the doubters before the biggest fight of his career.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 20
Sean O’Malley Mercilessly Torched as UFC Fighter Pay Defense Sparks Backlash: 'He’s Dana’s Bit*h'

Sean O’Malley Mercilessly Torched as UFC Fighter Pay Defense Sparks Backlash: 'He’s Dana’s Bit*h'

“They used some kind of dirty game there… It wasn’t much at all, [a] few pennies,” Francis Ngannou had said when he found himself at odds with Dana White and the UFC, with unjustly tilted contract negotiations.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 20

Former UFC champion gives Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett prediction

The first UFC event of 2026 is finally just days away and fighters are giving their fight predictions.  UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett takes place on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and is headlined by an interim lightweight title bout between former interim champion Justin Gaethje and No.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 20

Dustin Poirier gives his UFC 324 main event prediction

The UFC kicks off their 2026 schedule of events with UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The fight card is headlined by an interim title bout between former interim titleholder Justin Gaethje and No.

Khamzat Chimaev News / EssentiallySports / January 20
Former UFC Champion’s Return Timeline Revealed as Khamzat Chimaev Rematch Looms

Former UFC Champion’s Return Timeline Revealed as Khamzat Chimaev Rematch Looms

Dricus du Plessis plans an April comeback, a fight that could put the middleweight No. 1 contender back in the title race and set up a potential rematch with champion Khamzat Chimaev.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 20

Justin Gaethje Vs. Paddy Pimblett Breakdown

Justin Gaethje is set to headline the UFC’s debut on Paramount+ as he faces Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324 on January 24. Gaethje, a former interim champion and the second fighter to ever hold the “BMF” belt, is looking to secure his second interim title and cement a title shot bout later this year.

Merab Dvalishvili News / EssentiallySports / January 20
'RIP': Tributes Pour In After Merab Dvalishvili Mourns Close Friend and Training Partner

'RIP': Tributes Pour In After Merab Dvalishvili Mourns Close Friend and Training Partner

The year appears to have started with a sad note for former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili. He recently mourned the passing of a close friend and training partner, Chris Sicat.

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Alex Pereira Takes Shot at Jon Jones and the UFC Legend Fires Back

Alex Pereira Takes Shot at Jon Jones and the UFC Legend Fires Back

Alex Pereira took a playful but pointed jab at one of MMA’s greatest legends. And Jon Jones wasn’t about to let it slide. Pereira, one of the UFC’s biggest stars and the reigning light heavyweight champion, has gone viral in recent days after revisiting the tire shop in Brazil where he once worked before his meteoric rise in combat sports.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 19
Is Jorge Masvidal vs. Conor McGregor for UFC White House Official?

Is Jorge Masvidal vs. Conor McGregor for UFC White House Official?

The long-awaited return of Conor McGregor to the UFC Octagon appears to hinge on a fresh set of negotiations. The former two-division champion, who has

Francis Ngannou News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 19
Francis Ngannou punches IShowSpeed in viral social media clip

Francis Ngannou punches IShowSpeed in viral social media clip

Despite his heavy presence on the internet and popularity on streaming platforms, American streamer IShowSpeed is also a widely known name in the sporting community.

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