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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / December 1
Arman Tsarukyan’s Own Misfortune Blamed for UFC 324: Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett Snub
Nobody expected the lightweight picture to fall apart this fast. What should have been a straightforward path to Ilia Topuria‘s first title defense has devolved into a tangle of pulled contenders, poor timing, and a matchup that feels more promotional than competitive.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 1
Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria Given Final Lifeline in MMA Legend’s Stand Against UFC’s Crucial Panel
Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria was supposed to be the superfight that defined an era. A few months ago, it looked like the UFC’s largest potential showdown: two double champions, two unbeaten runs in new divisions, and a pound-for-pound clash waiting to explode.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30
Charles Oliveira highlights Justin Gaethje’s ‘flaws’ when sharing early take on Paddy Pimblett clash
Charles Oliveira gave his thoughts on the interim title fight that will headline UFC 324. The first numbered event of the UFC’s Paramount+ era will see Paddy Pimblett face Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title on January 24.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 30
Merab Dvalishvili Vs. Petr Yan Breakdown
Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan’s rematch takes place at UFC 323 on December 6, as we preview the upcoming fight. The card will be the UFC’s final PPV event of the year, as the bout takes place from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30
Jon Jones praises Khabib Nurmagomedov’s ‘wise’ take on when fighters must retire despite going against it
Jon Jones is plotting a UFC comeback at the age of 38. Controversy surrounded the UFC heavyweight division at the start of this year, as the champion was accused of holding the title hostage by refusing to fight his interim counterpart, Tom Aspinall.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 30
Alexander Volkanovski thinks others deserved title shot before Diego Lopes
Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski headlines the UFC 325 fight card in Sydney, Australia on Feb. 1 in a rematch against No. 2 ranked Diego Lopes, but believes others were more deserving of the title shot.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 30
Tom Aspinall Releases Medical Diagnosis After UFC 321 Eye Injury
After more than a month of silence following the controversial ending of his first heavyweight title defense, UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has finally broken his silence and the medical report he released is far more serious than many skeptics expected.
Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / November 30
Ilia Topuria Trolls a Top Contender in a Viral Post
A top UFC star announces he’s stepping away temporarily. A viral post sparks new discussion around potential matchups. A playful dance turns into a pointed jab at a top contender.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30
Tom Aspinall uses a Jon Jones quote to support his claim that Ciryl Gane intentionally cheated
Tom Aspinall has reached his conclusion on the UFC 321 foul. The UFC heavyweight champion had plans to cement his status as the undisputed king hampered by Ciryl Gane’s eye poke in Abu Dhabi this past October.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 30
Tyron Woodley Fires Back at Dana White
Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley isn’t buying Dana White’s recent proclamation that Kamaru Usman is the greatest welterweight of all time.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30
Islam Makhachev Makes Conor McGregor Break Character Amid Khabib Nurmagomedov Feud
The second Islam Makhachev hoisted two UFC belts at UFC 322, the internet erupted, and so did Conor McGregor. Makhachev’s win over Jack Della Maddalena didn’t just cement a new champion; it cracked open a conversation that even Khabib Nurmagomedov carefully avoids.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30
Tom Aspinall Doesn’t Hide His Disappointment Over Dana White’s UFC 321 Comments
For a fighter, there are few accusations more damaging than being called a quitter. For Tom Aspinall, that accusation came directly from his boss, Dana White, who publicly questioned his heart at UFC 321.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30
Francis Ngannou seemingly addresses Dana White’s comments in first post since physical altercation claims
Some big claims were recently made about Francis Ngannou’s time in the UFC. It has been no secret in recent years that Dana White doesn’t see eye-to-eye with the former UFC heavyweight champion.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 30
Diego Lopes’ manager provides answers on why the UFC picked him to face Alexander Volkanovski next
The upcoming rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes has received criticism. On November 27, Dana White made Volkanovski’s next featherweight title defense official for the main event of UFC 325 on January 31.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 30
Legendary 170 lbs Champ Reveals Rare Dana White Deal That Could’ve Changed the UFC Landscape
Arman Tsarukyan believed he deserved a title shot if he won against Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar. However, despite emerging victorious, the Armenian fighter was stripped of the opportunity to fight Ilia Topuria.
Ilia Topuria opens up on UFC 324 interim clash and sends clear signal to Paddy Pimblett
Ilia Topuria has made his preference clear ahead of the UFC 324 main event. The first card of the new partnership between the UFC and Paramount is set for January 24, 2026, and it will feature two title bouts to kick off the year.
Alexandre Pantoja News / FirstSportz / November 30
'Merab Changes Everything' – UFC 323 Star Alexandre Pantoja Reveals Condition for Double Champ Dreams
The flyweight landscape continues to evolve as athletes weigh future options and assess challenges in neighboring divisions. Alexandre Pantoja, established at the top of the 125-pound class, remains central to discussions about potential movement across weight categories.
Dana White News / HITC / November 30
UFC co-founder questions how Dana White’s focus may shift after Paramount+ deal
One of the sport’s founding figures believes “a lot of things are going to change” for the UFC in the near future. 2026 will mark the start of the promotion’s new $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount+, replacing their long-standing pay-per-view model with a subscription-based approach.
MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30
Paddy Pimblett Warned About Ilia Topuria Mismatch Despite Justin Gaethje Booking at UFC 324
The recent UFC 324 announcements have generated major attention across the MMA community. The main event was booked as Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title.
MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30
Dana White’s Polarizing Decision to Book Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje Defended by UFC Legend
UFC CEO Dana White‘s recent announcement for UFC 324 has stirred conversation about who deserves a shot at the interim lightweight belt. At the center of the debate is Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked lightweight contender who many believed would be next in line.
Alex Pereira News / BoxingNews.com / November 30
Alex Pereira Slammed For Knocking Out Sparring Partner
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira has been slammed after knocking out a sparring partner in the gym. Pereira is considered one of the leading knockout artists in the division.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 29
Diego Lopes Fires Back At Critics After Shock Volkanovski Rematch Booking
Diego Lopes is smiling his way straight into a second crack at UFC gold and he has zero time for anyone complaining about it. On Thursday, UFC CEO Dana White announced that Lopes will challenge featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 325 on Jan.
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