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On YouTubeNick Diaz News / BoxingNews.com / February 7
Nick Diaz Wants UFC World Title – ‘People Are Going To See’
Nick Diaz confirmed he is not only sober but planning a return to the Octagon, with a view to becoming a world champion. The 42-year-old, who spent much of 2025 in a recovery program in Mexico, made the comments after multiple fight cancellations in 2024.
Bryce Mitchell News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
'I’ll Go Back to Blue Collar Work': UFC Featherweight Star Bryce Mitchell Makes Stark Plea to UFC for Another Fight
Bryce Mitchell has never been one to sugarcoat his reality. After issuing a blunt statement about Dana White a while back, his latest comments may be the most raw yet.
Dana White News / MMA Weekly / February 6
UFC White House reduced to 6 or 7 fights, says Ari Emanuel
The UFC has scrapped its original plans and instead will select just six or seven fights for the White House event. Many fighters are clamoring to be one of the lucky few featured on the once-in-a-lifetime UFC White House card, and their chances of competing in front of the United States President have now been severely reduced.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
Former UFC star slams ‘the worst referee to ever exist’ for his part in recent UFC 325 beating
At UFC 325 almost a week ago, Benoit Saint-Denis laid down a brutal beating on Dan Hooker in the co-main event. Last Saturday, the premier promotion returned to the Land Down Under for another numbered event offering, with UFC 325 headlined by Alexander Volkanovski‘s successful title defense against Diego Lopes.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
'That’s on Me': Merab Dvalishvili’s Coach Reveals One Mistake Being Fixed for Petr Yan 3 Bout
Merab Dvalishvili’s pressure, conditioning, and constant grappling exchanges have turned fights into endurance tests that most opponents fail to withstand.
Cain Velasquez News / EssentiallySports / February 6
Cain Velasquez Calls Out a 'Failed' Justice System After Prison Encounter
When Cain Velasquez stepped in to do his time, he surely expected time, routine, and a lot of personal reflection. But what he didn’t expect was for the prison system to teach him anything about justice, as he met folks whose experiences made him wonder if the system always got it right.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6
Justin Gaethje Makes Final Decision on Retirement in Bold Ilia Topuria White House Fight Prediction
With the UFC’s White House card floating in the background and Ilia Topuria indicating his return to unify the lightweight belts, Justin Gaethje has leaned into the chaos of the moment instead of tiptoeing around retirement talk.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
Daniel Cormier says suffering a broken nose in Cain Velasquez spar changed his life forever
Daniel Cormier remembers the exact moment he got really serious about MMA. The fan favorite UFC commentator was a dual-weight champion at the peak of his career.
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s cousin told he’ll be ‘punished’ by next foe for being a ‘renowned drug cheat’
An undefeated champion’s upcoming challenger has an issue with the praise that his opponent receives. Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 and made the decision to retire while still being at the top due to the passing of his father and coach.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
One UFC star ‘guaranteed’ to fight at the White House, and it’s not Conor McGregor or Justin Gaethje
A UFC legend says this fighter appearing in Washington D.C. is a certainty. The promotion will likely be deep into planning the June 14 card, after UFC president Dana White revealed that matchmaking for the White House event will be completed by the end of February.
Michael Chandler News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Michael Chandler Wants The BMF Title
Michael Chandler is betting on himself to be part of the UFC’s historic White House event. He’s not losing sleep over who ends up across the octagon from him.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Chuck Liddell Reflects On Wear and
Chuck Liddell understands why fans worry about his health but he’s pushing back on the idea that fighting alone explains the changes people think they see.
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
Khabib Nurmagomedov responds after being accused of blocking former UFC champion on social media
Khabib Nurmagomedov has disputed the former UFC star’s claim that he blocked him on social media. Former UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov has a busy weekend coming up as one of his star students, Usman Nurmagomedov defends his PFL lightweight title.
Nick Diaz News / HITC / February 6
The UFC title loss Nick Diaz never accepted still shapes his career
Fourteen years have passed since Nick Diaz felt he was denied his shot at the UFC title. The Stockton native has long been a favourite among fans, not just in the UFC but across the whole MMA landscape.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6
Ex-title challenger wants to alter UFC’s plan for Valentina Shevchenko with proposition to Dana White
UFC 324 determined who would challenge Valentina Shevchenko next — or did it? Natalia Silva defeated Rose Namajunas at the very first UFC event of the new year and of the Paramount era.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 6
UFC Vegas 113 weigh-in results: Four fighters miss weight
The fighters competing on Saturday's UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira fight card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas officially weighed in on Friday and it was a tough morning on the scales.
Dana White News / HITC / February 6
UFC fighter branded a ‘moron’ by Dana White unsure about competing again
Retirement plans have already been made by one of the UFC roster’s most unique personalities. Dana White’s admission that he hoped one particular fighter would lose a 2025 bout got fans buzzing with speculation about who he meant.
Mario Bautista News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6
Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113
It’s time for our final betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 113 as fans will be treated to a headlining bout in the Bantamweight (135) Division. No.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6
UFC Vegas 113 Main Eventer Reveals Importance of Umar Nurmagomedov Breaking His Eight-Fight Win Streak
Setbacks can sting, and losing after an eight-fight win streak makes the blow even sharper. UFC’s rising bantamweight star and No. 9 contender Mario Bautista experienced this last year when Umar Nurmagomedov ended his streak at UFC 321.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6
Jailton Almeida vs. Rizvan Kuniev prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113
We’re back to continue our betting coverage of the UFC Vegas 113 Main Card, turning our attention towards this next fight in the Heavyweight Division. No.
Georges St-Pierre News / HITC / February 6
Georges St-Pierre suggests one UFC champion is on course to surpass him as the GOAT
A new candidate could join the contentious MMA’s ‘greatest of all time’ discussion, according to GSP. Georges St-Pierre, who held belts in both the welterweight and middleweight divisions, is often mentioned alongside Jon Jones and Anderson Silva when it comes to the sport’s elite.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6
Michal Oleksiejczuk vs. Marc-Andre Barriault prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113
We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for the UFC Vegas 113 Main Card with this next bout taking place in the Middleweight (185) Division.
Mario Bautista News / MMA on SI / February 6
UFC Fight Night: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira Full Card Picks & Predictions
The first UFC Fight Night of 2026 takes place this Saturday (February 7), and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.
Jon Jones News / MMA Weekly / February 6
Despite needing hip replacement, Jon Jones willing to fight at the White House
A clip of former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones discussing his health and fighting future went viral on Thursday. A lifetime of combat sports has taken its toll on Jones' body.
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