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Towel thrown in after Diego Lopes’ teammate suffers freak injury at Noche UFC

Punches aren’t the only things flying in the Octagon at Noche UFC. Before Diego Lopes makes the walk to the main event against Jean Silva, his teammate Alessandro Costa fought on the undercard.

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Molly McCann gets KO win in boxing debut

Former UFC star “Meatball” Molly McCann was successful today in her boxing debut, forcing the The post Molly McCann gets KO win in boxing debut first appeared on My MMA News.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 13

Noche UFC 3: Lopes vs. Silva Live Results and Analytics

The octagon is in San Antonio, Texas for today's Noche UFC 3 fight card at Frost Bank Center. The event is headlined by a featherweight bout between No.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 13

Jean Silva’s coach names his two advantages over Alexander Volkanovski in targeted title fight after Noche UFC

If he gets past Diego Lopes Saturday night, it is clear what will be in Jean Silva’s sights. The pair are set to headline the third edition of Noche UFC — a now-annual event celebrating Mexican Independence Day.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 13

Dana White Pours Cold Water on Jon Jones’ White House Fantasy

It is a well-known fact by now that Jon Jones wants to be back in for the UFC’s historic White House card planned for next summer. However, Dana White isn’t buying what ‘Bones’ is selling.

Patricio Pitbull News / Bloody Elbow / September 13

Patricio Pitbull put 2013 opponent to sleep with one punch a decade before he was knocked out for the first time

Patricio Pitbull will be hoping to mimic one of his quickest-ever wins when he steps into the octagon again after a failed bout at UFC Paris. The Bellator legend has had a mixed time in the UFC since debuting in the promotion in 2025.

MMA News / HITC / September 13

Conor McGregor says UFC return is definite after Dana White approval

Conor McGregor has once again made his feelings known about a return to the Octagon, this time making it clear he wants to be part of a specific UFC event in 2026.

Jeremy Stephens News / MyMMANews / September 13

Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens faceoff gets physical at BKFC 80

Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens ignite Hollywood, FL (Sept. 12, 2025) – Undefeated heavyweight sensation The post Mike Perry and Jeremy Stephens faceoff gets physical at BKFC 80 first appeared on My MMA News.

MMA News / HITC / September 13

Khabib says cousin Usman Nurmagomedov is better lightweight than UFC champ Topuria

Khabib Nurmagomedov clearly doesn’t see UFC champion Ilia Topuria as the top lightweight in the world. Topuria’s rise to stardom has been quick, becoming one of the sport’s biggest names after earning titles in two weight classes.

Bryce Mitchell News / Bloody Elbow / September 13

UFC star Bryce Mitchell taps out in under one minute as teenager submits him with ease

It was an unsuccessful return to competition for UFC contender Bryce Mitchell on Friday. Mitchell is looking to keep busy in combat sports, and he was back in action less than two months after his latest assignment inside the UFC Octagon.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 13

Dana White Claims Holly Holm’s Management Cost Her Life-Changing Money by Refusing Ronda Rousey Rematch

The UFC has witnessed its fair share of shocking upsets. From BJ Penn dethroning Matt Hughes at welterweight to Michael Bisping knocking out Luke Rockhold for the middleweight title on just 17 days’ notice.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 13

Conor McGregor reveals ‘definite’ UFC return plan following Dana White’s green light

Conor McGregor insisted he is “motivated” to compete in his latest passionate plea for a spot on one special UFC card in 2026. McGregor has not be in action since 2021, when a gruesome broken leg brought his trilogy fight against the now retired Dustin Poirier to an earlier-than-anticipated end.

MMA News / NY Fights / September 13

Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev Fire Verbal Shots Ahead of UFC 320 Title Rematch

The UFC’s next pay-per-view blockbuster arrives this October with UFC 320, headlined by a light heavyweight title rematch between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 13

Ilia Topuria for President? Spanish Superstar Jokes About Following Conor McGregor’s Footsteps Outside the Octagon

There are moments in sports when an athlete’s impact extends far beyond competition. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria is quickly becoming one of those figures.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 13

Demetrious Johnson And Merab Dvalishvili’s Sparring

Demetrious Johnson and Merab Dvalishvili recently shared a sparring session, sparking a lot of discussion in the MMA community. Johnson walked away from MMA in May 2023.

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MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 13

Is Khabib Nurmagomedov Really Undefeated?

Joe Rogan has suggested that Khabib Nurmagomedov should have a loss on his record, pointing to his fight against Gleison Tibau in 2012. Khabib officially retired with a 29-0 record.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 12

Holly Holm 'ruined her life' by rejecting 'life-changing money' for Ronda Rousey rematch, says Dana White

Holly Holm is among the very best for the most shocking underdog moment in UFC history when she knocked out Ronda Rousey almost a decade ago. 'The Preacher's Daughter' is a combat sports legend, competing in and winning titles in both boxing and MMA.

Arman Tsarukyan News / MMA on SI / September 12

Arman Tsarukyan booked for grappling match while next UFC fight remains unclear

UFC fans are baffled with Arman Tsarukyan accepting another professional grappling match rather than stepping back into the Octagon. While Tsarukyan has kept his name in the headlines, champing at the bit for a shot at lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, it's a shocking reality that he hasn't fought since April 2024.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 12

Jean Silva, Diego Lopes refuse to break eye contact for a minute straight as security steps in

Diego Lopes and Jean Silva had one iconic stare-down ahead of Noche UFC. One of the best face-offs of the year took place in San Antonio, Texas, as Brazilian featherweight contenders Jean Silva and Diego Lopes are pitted against each other in the main event of Noche UFC.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 12

Noche UFC: Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva full fight card picks & predictions

The UFC heads to San Antonio, TX this week for the third edition of Noche UFC, and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 14 fights on the card.

MMA News / Fights Around The World / September 12

Dana White Hopes to Fix ‘Busted’ Sport of Boxing

The sport of boxing is broken, according to UFC boss Dana White, and he is the only one who can fix it. While he had previously spoken about coming in and revamping the sport, he often had to put a pause on these plans.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 12

UFC Noche 3: How To Watch and Full Fight Card

UFC Noche three goes down this weekend, and the UFC is offering fans a superb night of fights, with featherweight contenders Diego Lopes and Jean Silva duking it out with possible title implications on the line.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / September 11

Ranking the Next Four UFC Fight Nights

UFC Fight Nights, much like pay-per-view events from the No. 1 promotion in the world, are hit and miss. While some shows may look attractive on paper on a given Saturday night, when the cage door actually shuts and the fight happens, it could potentially be a long evening devoid of highlights.

Alex Pereira News / Dice City Sports / September 11

Alex Pereira Reunites with Rival Ahead of UFC 320 Rematch

Alex Pereira is preparing for perhaps the most pivotal fight of his MMA career: a rematch with Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 for the light heavyweight championship.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 11

185lbs Paulo Costa Warned About Street Fight by Featherweight Fighting Nerd: 'I Don’t Like You'

Jean Silva, representing the Brazilian Fighting Nerds, has quickly become one of the most entertaining, unapologetic, and rising UFC fighters today. The undefeated featherweight holds the #10 ranking in his division and has already set his sights on securing an eventual title shot.