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On YouTubePaddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / January 14
Watch Paddy Pimblett win his first world title with epic 95-second knockout ahead of UFC 324
Paddy Pimblett silenced his doubters the last time he received a controversial title shot. ‘The Baddy’ is set to face Justin Gaethje for an interim lightweight belt at UFC 324 on January 24.
UFC star makes surprise jump to new division & fights undefeated KO artist at UFC 327
Following a confusing few weeks regarding the former UFC title challenger’s status, Paulo Costa is reportedly set to make his light heavyweight debut at UFC 327.
Jiri Prochazka News / HITC / January 14
Jiri Prochazka explains why he rejects UFC End-of-Year Award
Jiri Prochazka has dismissed any suggestion that he was losing his fight against Khalil Rountree Jr., insisting he was always in control despite what the judges’ scorecards said.
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 14
Gaethje Dismisses Pimblett’s Plan to Copy Holloway’s Striking Blueprint 
Paddy Pimblett will strike with Justin Gaethje instead of grappling at UFC 324 on Jan. 24 Pimblett plans to follow Max Holloway’s blueprint from his buzzer-beater
Alex Pereira News / The Body Lock / January 14
Alex Pereira Ready to Abandon Light Heavyweight Belt for Historic UFC Gamble
Alex Pereira has informed the UFC he intends to vacate his light heavyweight title to move to heavyweight MMA reporter Rueben Carter reports an official
UFC 324 takes brutal hit as injury scraps title fight the week before Paramount debut
The first UFC card of 2026 and the promotion’s new Paramount era has reportedly taken a seismic hit just over a week out from the event. On break since
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 14
Ditcheva Rejects Cyborg’s Superfight Offer: ‘Pay Me Some Big Money’
Dakota Ditcheva responded to Cris Cyborg’s callout by questioning the fight’s practicality due to weight class differences Ditcheva said she would need
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 14
Why Arman Tsarukyan Is Done Waiting for Ilia Topuria’s Lightweight Title
Arman Tsarukyan refuses to wait for Ilia Topuria to defend the lightweight title due to the champion’s personal legal issues Tsarukyan was excluded from
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 14
Justin Gaethje hopes Ilia Topuria vacates his title so he can fight a different opponent after UFC 324
Justin Gaethje wants in on the White House card but not in the matchup that many would expect. Gaethje made the decision to stand up for himself after believing that he had earned the opportunity to fight for the lightweight title in his next bout.
Justin Gaethje News / The Body Lock / January 14
Gaethje Reveals Truth Behind Retirement Threat: ‘My Manager Put Me in That Situation’
Justin Gaethje blames manager Ali Abdelaziz for issuing a retirement ultimatum after his March win over Rafael Fiziev The ultimatum, demanding a title
Best UFC Matches To Make in 2026
2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for the UFC as the world’s premier fight promotion embarks on a new seven-year deal with Paramount+, which is doing away with the archaic PPV model.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 14
Israel Adesanya returns to face rising contender Joe Pyfer at UFC Seattle
Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will make his long-awaited return to the Octagon on March 28 when he takes on surging contender Joe Pyfer in the main event of UFC Seattle at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.
Paddy Pimblett backs ‘perfect’ plan to beat Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 – “I’ll keep it on the feet”
Paddy Pimblett is confident he’ll get the win by beating Justin Gaethje at his own game on January 24. Their fight will headline UFC 324, with the interim lightweight title up for grabs.
Alex Pereira News / EssentiallySports / January 14
Alex Pereira Set to Make Career-Altering UFC Decision as Major Announcement Looms: Report
What’s next for Alex Pereira? After staying in the news from the start of this year, with news circulating about his personal life, a recent rumor speculating a professional move could see him chasing a historic feat in the UFC.
Mauricio Ruffy News / HITC / January 14
Mauricio Ruffy says he’s still with Fighting Nerds despite leaving them out of his UFC 325 corner
Mauricio Ruffy won’t be backed by the Fighting Nerds when he steps back into the octagon in Australia, but he insists he’s still part of the team. Last year, it felt like everything was clicking for them.
Dakota Ditcheva News / EssentiallySports / January 14
Dakota Ditcheva Confirms Another ‘Broken Hand’ Injury as She Reveals Return Timeline
Dakota Ditcheva was supposed to enter the cage on February 7 and remind everyone why she has become one of the most talked-about names in women’s MMA. Instead, the conversation shifted overnight, from momentum to another frustrating standstill that she didn’t see coming.
Kayla Harrison News / MMA Weekly / January 14
Kayla Harrison: 'I didn't come over to MMA to be second'
Kayla Harrison was destined to be great. She's been a standout athlete since she was a child, but without work ethic, an unrelenting determination, and unwavering self belief, she wouldn't have been a two-time Olympic gold medalist, or an undisputed UFC champion. "This isn't something that, it's not like a built this overnight.
Nick Diaz News / BoxingNews.com / January 14
Nick Diaz Returns To The Gym
Nick Diaz has officially returned to the gym after a series of health scares and a year-long sobriety milestone, sparking hope for a potential 2026 comeback.
Alexander Volkanovski News / MMA Weekly / January 14
Alexander Volkanovski: 'The plan isn't to retire' at UFC 325
Two-time featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is widely considered the greater 145-pound titleholder in UFC history. He's held the belt twice and successfully defended it five times. He'll attempt to defend it for the sixth time on Feb.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 14
Does Chimaev Deserve The Pereira Fight?
A rivalry has been reignited, as middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev has challenged light heavyweight champ Alex Pereira to a fight at the UFC White House card.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 13
Dakota Ditcheva Reveals Real Problem With a Valentina Shevchenko Fight – It’s Not Dana White
Dakota Ditcheva isn’t ducking Valentina Shevchenko. And she’s not blaming Dana White, contracts, or promotional walls either. In fact, her hesitation has nothing to do with business at all.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 13
Israel Adesanya's Next Fight - Dana White Puts Stylebender in Make or Break Fight
The UFC continues to shape its 2026 schedule, and the latest update adds a notable Fight Night stop in Seattle. As the promotion settles into its new broadcast era, the event signals a steady approach to maintaining strong weekly cards rather than relying solely on pay-per-view showcases.
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