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Max Holloway Calls Out Legend, But Wants to Fight on His Terms

Max Holloway Calls Out Legend, But Wants to Fight on His Terms

In Rio de Janeiro's Farmasi Arena, former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira further cemented his legacy with a masterful performance against Mateusz Gamrot.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Paddy Pimblett Not a Threat to Ilia Topuria, Predicts Top Lightweight Contender

Ilia Topuria has become one of the most sought-after fighters in the promotion. After claiming the vacant UFC lightweight title by knocking out Charles Oliveira earlier this year, a wave of contenders is lining up to challenge the undefeated Georgian.

Charles Oliveira News / MMA Weekly / October 13

Charles Oliveira calls for rematch with 'BMF' Max Holloway, Holloway responds

Former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira got back in the win column in the UFC Rio main event this past Saturday. "Do Bronxs" added another submission win to his record holding resume by tapping out Mateusz Gamrot.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 13

Alex Pereira Hater Luke Rockhold Finally Eats Own Words After UFC 320 ‘Gangster’ Performance

At UFC 320, Alex Pereira successfully reclaimed his UFC light heavyweight title after defeating former champion Magomed Ankalaev. He entered the fight as a major betting underdog, but shocked everyone by finishing the Russian within just 80 seconds.

Tom Aspinall News / FirstSportz / October 13

Tom Aspinall Shockingly Reveals to Vacate Heavyweight Title for Rising Contender

Earlier this year, Tom Aspinall was officially promoted to the position of UFC heavyweight champion after Jon Jones‘ retirement. Aspinall became the longest-reigning interim champion in UFC history, proving his patience and perseverance finally paid off with the undisputed title.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Beneil Dariush Hints at Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje While Endorsing Arman Tsarukyan Over His Teammate

Late last year, Ilia Topuria defended the UFC featherweight title against Max Holloway at UFC 308 and decided to move up to lightweight. He then managed to land a title shot against Charles Oliveira and snatched the vacant UFC lightweight title in June 2025 at UFC 317.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Reinier de Ridder Vs. Brendan Allen Preview

Middleweight Reinier de Ridder faces Brendan Allen at UFC Vancouver this weekend, as we preview the upcoming fight.  De Ridder is coming off a win over former champion Robert Whittaker.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 13

Deiveson Figueiredo Eyes to Expose Dominant Champ Merab Dvalishvili’s Only Weakness

The world of mixed martial arts continues to evolve with each event, as fighters constantly adjust strategies and set their sights on future matchups. Every win and loss not only impacts rankings but also shapes potential challenges that lie ahead.

Alex Pereira News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Alex Pereira Suffers A Massive Setback

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira’s injury fears have been confirmed with the news of a fractured foot.   The injury occurred during his first-round TKO win at UFC 320 against Magomed Ankalaev, which allowed him to reclaim his light heavyweight belt.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 13

Beneil Dariush Accuses Dana White & Co. of Protecting Paddy Pimblett After UFC Matchmakers’ Unfair Refusal

“I truly believe these two guys, they are best in the world. This is the two best lightweights in the world right now, and it’s going to be a very, very exciting fight for me, for us, for Islam.

Michael Page News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
UFC’s Michael ‘Venom’ Page reveals where he got his iconic nickname and fighting style from

UFC’s Michael ‘Venom’ Page reveals where he got his iconic nickname and fighting style from

There’s only one Michael ‘Venom’ Page. The former Bellator fighter has quickly become a star in the UFC. Across four Octagon appearances, Page has proven himself as one of the best strikers on the roster with back-to-back wins at middleweight over perennial contender Jared Cannonier and then undefeated Shara ‘Bullet’ Magomedov.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Top UFC contender says he never saw title shot coming despite impressive 8-fight win streak

Top UFC contender says he never saw title shot coming despite impressive 8-fight win streak

Title fights have been hard to come by in the UFC lightweight division. Over the years, we’ve seen several streaking contenders like Tony Ferguson and Arman Tsarukyan go without an opportunity at the undisputed title.

Merab Dvalishvili News / MMA on SI / October 12
Merab Dvalishvili drops warning to ex-UFC flyweight champ for UFC title fight

Merab Dvalishvili drops warning to ex-UFC flyweight champ for UFC title fight

UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili was watching UFC Rio intently Saturday night, exactly one week after defending his title in the co-main event of UFC 320 against Cory Sandhagen.

Charles Oliveira News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
UFC Champ says Charles Oliveira would’ve had ‘rough’ fight against original UFC Rio opponent

UFC Champ says Charles Oliveira would’ve had ‘rough’ fight against original UFC Rio opponent

Charles Oliveira made it look easy at UFC Rio. The former UFC Lightweight Champion went from fighting a top striker to a fellow grappler in the five-round main event of UFC Rio on Saturday night.

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MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Jose Aldo’s best UFC fight took place in Rio right before he lost the title to Conor McGregor

Jose Aldo’s best UFC fight took place in Rio right before he lost the title to Conor McGregor

Jose Aldo is one of the greatest Brazilian fighters of all time. There are only a few UFC champions who defended their title more than ‘The King of Rio’.

MMA News / Yardbarker / October 12
Potential lightweight matchups for Charles Oliveira, Mateusz Gamrot after bout

Potential lightweight matchups for Charles Oliveira, Mateusz Gamrot after bout

UFC fight night in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil ended in stunning fashion with Charles Oliveira submitting Mateusz Gamrot with a rear naked choke in the second round of their bout. Here are some potential next matchups for each fighter.

Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / October 12
Tom Aspinall would rather vacate the UFC heavyweight title than fight one top-10 contender

Tom Aspinall would rather vacate the UFC heavyweight title than fight one top-10 contender

There is one UFC heavyweight who Tom Aspinall has no plans to share the cage with. Aspinall’s reign as undisputed heavyweight king will finally get underway at UFC 321 on October 25.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 12
Tom Aspinall Names Prime Daniel Cormier as His Ultimate Stylistic Nightmare

Tom Aspinall Names Prime Daniel Cormier as His Ultimate Stylistic Nightmare

Joe Rogan once described Tom Aspinall as the next step in the evolution of heavyweights, praising his rare combination of speed and power. And the UFC commentator wasn’t wrong.

MMA News / HITC / October 12
When 21-year-old Conor McGregor caused a leg injury similar to Anderson Silva’s

When 21-year-old Conor McGregor caused a leg injury similar to Anderson Silva’s

Before he was a household name, Conor McGregor found himself on the other side of an injury like the one that would later define his career. It’s been a long time since the Irishman was last seen in action.

Joel Alvarez News / HITC / October 12
Joel Alvarez’s controversial win over Marc Diakiese draws criticism before UFC Rio

Joel Alvarez’s controversial win over Marc Diakiese draws criticism before UFC Rio

A fighter returning to the Octagon on Saturday night once found himself on the right side of a controversial referee decision. UFC 301 heads to Rio de Janeiro’s Farmasi Arena, with plenty of familiar faces ready to put on a show.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 11
Deiveson Figueiredo decisions Montel Jackson in UFC Rio co-main event

Deiveson Figueiredo decisions Montel Jackson in UFC Rio co-main event

A bantamweight bout between contenders served as Saturday's UFC Rio co-main event in Rio de Janeiro. Former two-time flyweight champion and No. 6 ranked bantamweight Deiveson Figueiredo took on No.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 11
UFC Rio: Preview, Full Fight Card

UFC Rio: Preview, Full Fight Card

Back for their 13th visit to Rio de Janeiro, the UFC offers the city its first Fight Night card in over a decade for UFC Rio. Taking top billing for the occasion, former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira confronts short notice opponent Mateusz Gamrot.

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