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On YouTubeKhamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / October 22
Khamzat Chimaev blasts ‘hypocritical’ middleweight for saying he’s open to Chechnya vs Dagestan clash
UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev has hit out at fellow middleweight for agreeing to fantasy Chechnya vs Dagestan matchup. Just a few months ago at UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev finally fought for UFC gold when he took on Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight title.
MMA News / FirstSportz / October 22
UFC 321 Star Boldly Claims Alex Pereira Could Get Next Title Shot Against Tom Aspinall
The UFC heavyweight title picture is entering a phase where divisional merit and championship star-power from other weight classes are intersecting. UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is set to take on Ciryl Gane at UFC 321, which will be his first title defense.
Dustin Poirier News / Bloody Elbow / October 22
Dustin Poirier provides comeback update after his heartbreaking admission about life in retirement
Dustin Poirier almost had the perfect send-off when he headlined UFC 318 in July. ‘The Diamond’ slipped to a decision defeat against Max Holloway, but got to put on a great fight in front of fans from his home state of Louisiana, which hadn’t hosted a UFC event in 10 years.
Arnold Allen News / MMA Sucka / October 22
Arnold Allen Attacked on Street for Not Speaking French
UFC featherweight contender, Arnold Allen revealed on his YouTube channel this week that he was attacked on the street for not speaking French. Whilst travelling for training in Montreal, Canada, Allen addressed the marks on his face during his UFC 321 preview.
6 UFC Fighters Who Came Up Short in All Three of Their Undisputed Title Fights
It is no secret that the UFC stands as the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization. For every fighter who dreams of greatness, the ultimate goal is simple: To have that championship belt strapped around their waist.
MMA News / FirstSportz / October 22
Tom Aspinall Told to Outshine Jon Jones’ Heavyweight Accomplishment at UFC 321 to Silence Critics
This weekend at UFC 321, Tom Aspinall is set to defend his heavyweight title against former interim champion Ciryl Gane. It marks the fighter’s first official title defense since being promoted from interim status following his Jon Jones retirement.
MMA News / FirstSportz / October 22
Umar Nurmagomedov Warns Petr Yan of Merab Dvalishvili ‘Mauling’ in Title Rematch
The bantamweight title picture continues to circle familiar names, with a booked rematch between Merab Dvalishvili and Petr Yan now confirmed for UFC 323.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker Winner Won’t Be Next for Ilia Topuria, UFC Insider Refutes Dana White
Earlier this month, UFC CEO Dana White dropped some huge news for MMA fans. Arman Tsarukyan, Dan Hooker, Belal Muhammad, and Ian Machado Garry are all set to make their return on November 22 at UFC Qatar, a first for the region thanks to their deal with the MMA promotion.
UFC 321 Fighter Payouts: How Much Will the Headliners Earn?
The UFC makes its long-awaited return to Abu Dhabi this weekend, as UFC 321 goes down live from the Etihad Arena on October 25th. The event is headlined by the return of heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, who defends his 265-pound crown against former two-time title challenger Ciryl Gane.
Khabib Nurmagomedov News / FirstSportz / October 22
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Master Recovery Routine Goes Viral Again As UFC Featherweight Star Reveals Secret
Mixed martial artists operate in a variety of training environments, each with its own schedule and recovery philosophy. Some camps focus on high-volume sessions, others split work across multiple sessions per day.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Ciryl Gane Sends a Message to Jon Jones for Mispronouncing His Name and Holding the UFC Heavyweight Division
As UFC 321 approaches, the heavyweight division is finally ready to break off years of uncertainty, and Ciryl Gane finds himself at the center of attention.
Ben Askren News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Ben Askren Highlights Late Coach Duke Roufus’ Impact on His Life in Emotional Tribute Amid Lung Transplant Recovery
Anthony Pettis, Tyron Woodley, and Ben Askren — these are just a few of the elite fighters trained by Duke Roufus, the renowned kickboxing champion and founder of Roufusport MMA Academy in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 22
UFC Insider Hints at Paddy Pimblett’s Next Opponent, It’s Not Ilia Topuria
The lightweight division is buzzing, but not for the reasons fans may think. Paddy Pimblett is working hard and showing up to the gym with purpose, but no one knows who he’ll face next.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 22
Khamzat Chimaev Vs. Alex Pereira – How Does It Play Out?
Fresh off his middleweight title win over Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev is already setting his sights on two-division glory, publicly pursuing a bout against Light Heavyweight champ Alex Pereira. Chimaev, who beat Du Plessis in August to seize the 185-pound belt, continues to chase the big names.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 22
Sean Strickland Considers Major Change After Tito Ortiz’s Confusing Tom Aspinall UFC 321 Prediction
Tito Ortiz is the gift that keeps on giving. The former light heavyweight champion was infamous for his brash personality, but as the years went by, Ortiz found increasingly found himself in the annuls of MMA meme-dom, be it his beef with Chael Sonnen, or his verbal (and cognitive) fumbles.
Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / October 21
UFC 321 star admits Alex Pereira is ahead of him in heavyweight pecking order even if he wins title eliminator
Alex Pereira has his sights set on the heavyweight division following his win at UFC 320. This Saturday, the undisputed UFC heavyweight title will be on the line as Tom Aspinall defends his belt against Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 321.
Max Holloway doesn’t hold back on Conor McGregor’s BKFC, it’s not a path he’ll take
Max Holloway has made it clear he will not be following the path of other UFC legends who moved to BKFC after their MMA careers. While the current BMF champion is not planning on stepping away from fighting anytime soon, he has said that once he calls it a day, there will not be any comeback attempts or side ventures like bare-knuckle boxing.
MMA News / Yardbarker / October 21
Five things to know about UFC 321, including Tom Aspinall's first title defense
UFC 321 is scheduled for Oct. 25 and will provide a different experience for MMA fans thanks to a unique start time. What do you need to know about UFC 321?
UFC legend Dustin Poirier teams up with Bruce Buffer for iconic UFC 322 surprise
Former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion Dustin Poirier is back in the combat sports spotlight once again. This time, however, it's for a unique reason, with the help of UFC Octagon announcer Bruce Buffer and one of the promotion's lead sponsers, Bud Light.
Maycee Barber News / MMA Weekly / October 21
Maycee Barber's medical issues are behind her
Entering 2025, UFC women's flyweight contender Maycee Barber was riding a six-fight winning streak and looked to be one win away from earning a title shot. She was lined up in pivotal match in the division against No.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 20
Dana White’s ‘Concerning’ Stance On McGregor
Dana White had little to say when questioned about Conor McGregor’s 18-month suspension for violating the UFC’s anti-doping policy. The ban was imposed
MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 19
Manon Fiorot Crushes Jasmine Jasudavicius in 74 Seconds, Credits Tristar Move for Revival
VANCOUVER — Former flyweight title challenger Manon Fiorot needed just 74 seconds to stop Jasmine Jasudavicius on the main card of UFC Fight Night 262 at Rogers Arena, a blistering KO that instantly reboots her march back toward a championship shot.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 19
Brendan Allen Breaks Reinier de Ridder in Vancouver, Calls Out Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus Du Plessis
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Brendan Allen made good on his promise to “break” Reinier de Ridder, scoring a rare TKO by retirement after four grueling rounds in the main event of UFC Fight Night 262 at Rogers Arena.
MMA News / Yardbarker / October 19
Potential matchups for Brendan Allen, Reinier de Ridder after bout
UFC Fight Night in Vancouver is over and the main-event fighters need new opponents. Brendan Allen’s upset win over Reinier de Ridder will shake up the entire middleweight division.
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