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Matt Brown suggests UFC leveraging Conor McGregor to stir White House event buzz
The biggest organisation in MMA is preparing to stage one of the sport’s largest events ever in just a few months: the highly anticipated UFC White House card.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Nick Diaz’s Ex-Teammate Backs Him to ’Defy Science‘ With UFC Return
After battling rehab in Mexico, Nick Diaz is finally eyeing a return to the cage. The Stockton native believes he still has what it takes to become champion, and he sounds fully convinced.
Dana White sparks confusion after UFC White House card ‘done’ claim
Dana White has confirmed the UFC card at the White House and is promising something out of the ordinary for fans – but not without a hefty price tag attached.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
UFC Welterweight’s Surprise Visit to Ilia Topuria’s Native Country Nearly Confirms He’s Fighting Islam Makhachev Next
Who’s next for Islam Makhachev? That’s been the burning question ever since the Dagestani seized the 170 lbs throne. The division holds no shortage of dangerous names who could test the Russian juggernaut.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Nate Diaz names Conor McGregor on list of potential opponents for his next fight
Former UFC star Nate Diaz is insistent on finally setting his longtime feud with Conor McGregor. When Nate Diaz last competed in the premier MMA promotion, Francis Ngannou was the UFC heavyweight champion.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 16
Kamaru Usman Claims He’s Islam Makhachev’s Toughest Test, Teases New Game Plan for Khamzat Chimaev Rematch
Former welterweight king Kamaru Usman believes he presents the toughest stylistic challenge for reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, while also hinting at a more calculated approach should he earn a rematch against Khamzat Chimaev.
Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
‘I’m not fat’… Paddy Pimblett reaches 190lbs following post-fight food binge
Paddy Pimblett has revealed his current weight after a post-fight food binge. ‘The Baddy’ is known for indulging his love of junk food when he’s not got a fight coming up.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Dana White Breaks Silence as Cain Velasquez Reunites With Family After Prison Release
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez is finally breathing fresh air after spending the last 11 months in the slammer. The 43-year-old walked out of the California state prison on Sunday on parole, according to his long-time agent, Mike Fonseca.
Charles Oliveira News / MMA Weekly / February 16
Coach: Max Holloway ahead of schedule in training for Charles Oliveira rematch
Former featherweight champion and BMF titleholder Max Holloway is in the homestretch of his UFC 326 training camp. "Blessed" takes on former lightweight titleholder Charles Oliveira in a rematch with the symbolic BMF belt on the line.
Dana White News / HITC / February 16
Dana White confirms UFC White House card is set, but then claims he must discuss it with officials
Dana White has stated that the UFC’s proposed White House card is effectively set, before later clarifying that discussions with officials are still pending.
Kamaru Usman News / MMA Weekly / February 16
Kamaru Usman has lofty goals for this year
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman some lofty goals for this year. "The Nigerian Nightmare" plans to end 2026 with two UFC titles. "2026, we want to say, wow, I can't believe you actually pulled that off and went and not only took one title but took two and walked away, "Usman told UFC op Eurosport.
Cain Velasquez News / BoxingNews.com / February 16
Cain Velasquez Released From Jail
Ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez is no longer in jail after being released. On February 15, Velasquez was released on parole from the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 16
Islam Makhachev Thanks Khabib Nurmagomedov for Giving Him a Team He Could Call Family
For years, Islam Makhachev searched for a place where he truly belonged. Before becoming one of the most dominant forces in mixed martial arts, the Dagestani star admitted that he struggled to stay committed to any sport.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Dana White confirms UFC White House card is complete but refuses to announce fights: ‘So expensive’
Dana White has promised an event ‘so unique, so special’ but ultimately expensive after finalizing the UFC White House card this week. UFC CEO White has been in the infamous ‘war room’ this week as the promotion plots an historic night on June 14 in Washington, DC.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Islam Makhachev’s White House Wish Snubbed as UFC Plays the Long Game With Ilia Topuria, Per Reports
The White House lawn was meant to provide the setting for something historic. With many fans expecting a massive champion-versus-champion showdown. A global headline.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Paddy Pimblett Shows Brutal Aftermath of Justin Gaethje Fight as Illegal Move Debate Brews
The UFC 324 main event was meant to be about momentum. With an interim title on the line, it was supposed to be a breakthrough moment. Instead, a week later, most of the conversation has shifted away from scorecards and toward something far smaller—and far more painful.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
American Top Team Fighter Breaks Silence on UFC Firing Him Despite Victory
Earlier this month, Dana White & Co. stunned fans when they chose not to extend the contract of Afghan-English MMA bantamweight Javid Basharat. Surprisingly, the UFC released him even after he secured a win over short-notice replacement Gianni Vasquez at UFC Vegas 113.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
Ronda Rousey, Khabib, and Others Rejoice as Cain Velasquez Reunites With Family After Prison Release
Homecomings in combat sports are rarely like this. There was no belt around his waist, no Octagon lights, and no noise from the crowd. Instead, the news arrived quietly on a Sunday: a prison release, parole confirmation, and a former heavyweight champion returning to civilian life.
Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Jon Jones was happy to see rival ‘eat his words’ in KO loss to fighter he was accused of running from
On this day in 2020, the GOAT was called out to his face following a huge knockout. Jon Jones has suggested that he could be completely done with fighting in recent weeks following some of his comments about his health.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC foe recalls backstage altercation before 17-second KO: ‘Why is he like this?’
Khamzat Chimaev quickly became a star in the UFC thanks to one trait. Dricus du Plessis says you can’t hate on Chimaev for fighting the way that he did in their middleweight title fight last August.
Cain Velasquez News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Cain Velasquez Released on Parole After Nearly 11 Months in State Prison
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez is no longer behind bars. Velasquez, 43, was released on parole Sunday after serving nearly 11 months at the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California.
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.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
Miami to Witness History as Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira Set First-Ever Men’s Asian UFC Title Clash at UFC 327
The UFC’s got a historic fight reportedly locked in for Miami on April 11th. Joshua Van defends his flyweight title against Tatsuro Taira in what’s being billed as the first-ever men’s Asian title fight in UFC history.
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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