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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / February 18
Alex Pereira Named Solution to Major UFC Crisis Haunting Dana White
What can one do to keep the UFC heavyweight division moving? This has been a never-ending topic of discussion of late. With the reigning champion, Tom Aspinall, sidelined after having double eye surgery, and Ciryl Gane waiting for that rematch, no one in heavyweight is setting the cage on fire.
Sean Strickland News / Bloody Elbow / February 18
‘Some people are dirtbags’… Anthony Hernandez responds to Sean Strickland’s UFC Houston photoshop
Anthony Hernandez has shared his thoughts on Sean Strickland’s controversial fight poster. The former UFC middleweight champion is infamous for stepping way over the line with his trash talk.
Conor McGregor News / HITC / February 18
Conor McGregor makes a quick U-turn on potential UFC White House fight
Conor McGregor has performed another swift U-turn on his UFC future after posting, and then deleting, a message about a potential White House fight. The former two-division champion briefly sent fans into a frenzy by suggesting a return was imminent.
Tiki Ghosn News / Bloody Elbow / February 18
Footage shows ex-UFC fighter Tiki Ghosn dropping ‘Deen the Great’ after being threatened with a slap
‘Deen the Great’ messed with the wrong guy at the house party in California. The influencer boxer – real name Nurideen Shabazz – has stolen the show during Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson‘s recent livestreams.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 18
Chael Sonnen explains why Jon Jones and Conor McGregor shouldn't be on the UFC White House event
Who'll fight on the UFC event at the White House in June has been debated and predicted since President Donald Trump made the announcement that the White House South Lawn would host a UFC event for the American 250 celebration.
Ronda Rousey Reveals Dana White Opted Not to Move Forward With Gina Carano Superfight
While the announcement of a superfight between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano has generated massive buzz, many fans were left disappointed that the clash will not take place inside the UFC’s Octagon.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 18
Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano was over a year in the making
The bombshell announcement that former UFC women's bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey was returning to the cage dropped on Tuesday. That would have been news enough, but her opponent raised eyebrows.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 18
Ben Askren’s Wild White House Card Idea Includes McGregor, Makhachev and a USA vs. UK Twist
Former UFC contender and outspoken analyst Ben Askren has never been one to shy away from bold takes, and his latest idea might be one of his most outrageous yet — a potential fight card staged at the White House.
Sean Strickland News / EssentiallySports / February 18
'I Didn’t Know He Was a Cop': Sean Strickland Has Zero Regrets Over 6-Month Suspension Before UFC Houston
Few headliners enter fight week talking about suspension perks. However, Sean Strickland has never really followed the script. As UFC Houston approaches, the former middleweight champion isn’t downplaying his six-month suspension by the Nevada State Athletic Commission—he’s almost celebrating it.
Dana White News / MyMMANews.com / February 17
Dana White can elevate boxing to UFC level, says boxing legend Amir Khan
British boxing legend Amir Khan sat down with Hard Rock Bet to discuss the current heavyweight landscape as Tyson Fury prepares to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 17
Ronda Rousey explains Dana White talks for Gina Carano fight to happen in UFC ‘didn’t work out’
Ronda Rousey has detailed how she went to Dana White to host her comeback fight, before landing with Most Valuable Promotions. The legendary former bantamweight champion will take on Gina Carano on May 16 at the Intuit Dome in California.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 17
Gina Carano explained why planned UFC fight with Ronda Rousey never happened years before Netflix bout
Gina Carano has spoken openly in the past about how her communications with Dana White broke down. On May 16, Carano will face Ronda Rousey in what will be her first MMA bout since 2009.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Ronda Rousey Will Fight in 2026: Opponent, Date, Location
Jake Paul’s promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, and Netflix officially confirmed via X on Feb. 17 that Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano will headline the first-ever MMA event streamed live on the platform on Saturday, May 16, at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 17
Dana White Says White House Card Is Built, Meeting With President Trump Set to Finalize Plans
LAS VEGAS — The UFC’s ambitious White House event is no longer just a concept.According to UFC CEO Dana White, the fight card itself has already been assembled.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 17
Opinion: Why Dana White missing out on Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano is perfect for the growth of the sport
One of the most surprising aspects of Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano is that it won’t be taking place under the UFC banner. This Tuesday morning, it was surprisingly announced that Ronda Rousey would be making her comeback to the sport after 10 years away to take on Gina Carano.
Conor McGregor News / Total Pro Sports / February 17
Conor McGregor Reveals Why 2026 Will Be A Massive Year For Fans
2026 is definitely a big year for the UFC, as they have already started very well under Paramount’s deal. However, the return of Conor McGregor and Jon Jones will be one of the biggest surprises for fans and will break records.
Kamaru Usman News / HITC / February 17
Kamaru Usman targets two titles before retirement
Usman appears to have a clear direction in mind for the year ahead. Islam Makhachev’s team are still pushing for Kamaru Usman to be his first welterweight title challenger.
Tom Aspinall News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 17
Sean O’Malley drops bombshell on Tom Aspinall’s title situation, 'The UFC Wants Him to Vacate'
The UFC heavyweight division finds itself in uncharted territory, and according to former bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley, the promotion may be ready to make a controversial move that could reshape the entire landscape of the division.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 17
UFC Fight Night – Dan Ige vs Melquizael Costa: Preview & Betting Tips
The featherweight clash between Dan Ige and Melquizael Costa is one of the best matchups on this weekend’s UFC Fight Night card in Houston. Ige (19-10) has long been one of the most respected competitors in the featherweight division.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 17
UFC Fight Night – Serghei Spivac vs Ante Delija: Preview & Betting Tips
The heavyweight showdown between Serghei Spivac and Ante Delija is a fascinating matchup at this weekend’s UFC Fight Night event. Spivac (17-6) has quietly established himself as one of the most technically consistent grapplers in the heavyweight division.
Dustin Poirier has three-word response to Nate Diaz calling him out for UFC White House fight
Dustin Poirier needed only three words after Nate Diaz publicly called him out. Diaz recently mentioned Poirier as a potential opponent for a proposed UFC White House event, alongside Conor McGregor and Mike Perry.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Dricus Du Plessis Eyes Miami Return, Vows to 'Fix' Chimaev Puzzle in Title Rematch
Former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t looking for tune-ups. He isn’t looking for excuses either. He’s looking for his belt back and ideally, he wants it from the man who took it.
Aljamain Sterling News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Aljamain Sterling: 'Everything I Said Was Fair and Valid'
In a video posted after UFC 321, Sterling questioned how quickly Aspinall opted out of the fight. “Was he milking it? Was he using his best Aljamain Sterling acting attributes to take home the gold?” Sterling asked.
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