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Francis Ngannou Defends Both Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane in Eye-Poke Controversy as He Predicts Rematch

Francis Ngannou Defends Both Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane in Eye-Poke Controversy as He Predicts Rematch

Francis Ngannou has stepped in as the voice of reason. The calm after the chaos comes on the heels of UFC 321’s abrupt and unsatisfying ending. Fans waited weeks for the showdown, only to get 4:35 of action before Ciryl Gane accidentally poked Tom Aspinall in the eye, bringing the highly anticipated fight to a screeching halt.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 11

Watch: Francis Ngannou’s Reaction Responding to Dana White’s ‘Physical Attack’ Accusation Goes Viral

The dispute between Francis Ngannou and Dana White has always drawn attention within mixed martial arts circles. Allegations of a physical altercation between the former UFC heavyweight champion and the UFC CEO have resurfaced.

MMA News / HITC / December 11

Joe Rogan’s verdict on Khamzat Chimaev at 205 lbs after he called out Alex Pereira

Joe Rogan thinks Khamzat Chimaev could hold his own in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. The current middleweight champion began his career at welterweight before moving up to compete at 185 pounds.

Merab Dvalishvili News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Merab Dvalishvili’s Coach Seemingly Admits Fault After Sean O’Malley Highlights Controversial UFC 323 Corner Advice

Emotions run high in the chaos of a fight, especially when your fighter is getting his face bashed in. John Wood, head coach of former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, learned that the hard way.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Joe Rogan shares his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev at light heavyweight after Alex Pereira call out

Joe Rogan shares his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev at light heavyweight after Alex Pereira call out

Joe Rogan believes Khamzat Chimaev could be successful in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. The UFC middleweight champion spent much of his early career competing at welterweight.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski understands why many were surprised when the UFC announced that he would defend his title in a rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325  including the champion himself.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card

The UFC’s first international event of 2026 continues to take shape, with multiple high-profile lightweight matchups added to UFC 325, scheduled for January 31 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and streaming globally on Paramount+.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 11

Paddy Pimblett plans on knocking Justin Gaethje out at UFC 324

An interim lightweight champion will be crowned on Jan. 24 in the UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett main event. Former interim titleholder Justin Gaethje faces No.

Henry Cejudo News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Henry Cejudo’s Legacy

The sun has set on Henry Cejudo’s UFC career, as we look at his legacy.  The former two-division UFC champion and Olympic Gold medalist is hanging up his gloves following a unanimous decision loss to Payton Talbott at UFC 323.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Chimaev Looking To ‘Avoid’ Imavov

UFC Middleweight Champion and Chechen fighter Khamzat Chimaev is not keen on facing Nassourdine Imavov as the latter’s Dagestani background would create ‘drama’.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Justin Gaethje Rejects Arman Tsarukyan’s Aid for Paddy Pimblett Fight Over One Reason

Justin Gaethje Rejects Arman Tsarukyan’s Aid for Paddy Pimblett Fight Over One Reason

As Justin Gaethje prepares for one of the most high-stakes fights of his career, an interim lightweight title clash with Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, the offers to help are rolling in.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Youngest UFC winner ever earned one of 11 bonuses despite Dana White’s outrage after PPV event

Youngest UFC winner ever earned one of 11 bonuses despite Dana White’s outrage after PPV event

On this day in 2022, a lot of bonuses were handed out at the final PPV event of the year. Dana White has confirmed that fighter pay will increase as a result of the promotion’s US broadcast deal with Paramount that gets underway in 2026.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Francis Ngannou Gives Final Verdict on UFC Return Amid Refusal to Entertain Dana White’s Assault Allegations

Francis Ngannou Gives Final Verdict on UFC Return Amid Refusal to Entertain Dana White’s Assault Allegations

Francis Ngannou has spent nearly three years outside the UFC, yet somehow, the shadow of his departure still looms over every conversation about his future.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 10
Joe Rogan Reacts to 'Weird' Khamzat Chimaev-Ian Garry Altercation

Joe Rogan Reacts to 'Weird' Khamzat Chimaev-Ian Garry Altercation

After UFC Fight Night 265 in Qatar, a backstage encounter between top-ranked welterweight contender Ian Garry and UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev swiftly escalated into a near-brawl that was the hot topic of the MMA world when it occurred.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

Justin Gaethje lays out surprise scenario that doesn’t include unification fight against Ilia Topuria

Ahead of his interim lightweight title fight, Justin Gaethje has laid out a potential scenario that would see him inadvertently avoid a fight against Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

UFC’s matchmaking slammed by Islam Makhachev following Dana White’s recent comments about his old rival

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has defended his old rival following Dana White’s comments this past Saturday. After successfully capturing the vacant lightweight title earlier this year following Islam Makhachev‘s title vacation, Ilia Topuria recently announced he is taking a break from the sport to focus on personal matters.

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Michael Bisping explains why he’s as shocked as everyone else after his son’s MMA debut

Michael Bisping explains why he’s as shocked as everyone else after his son’s MMA debut

This past weekend, Michael Bisping’s son made his MMA debut, unbeknownst to the UFC legend who had no idea it was happening. During his legendary career in the UFC, Michael Bisping became well-known for his tendency to never give up and to never back down from a challenge.

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 10

Dricus Du Plessis Only Talks When I Lose, Says UFC Fighter Brendan Allen

Brendan Allen claims Dricus Du Plessis only talks trash about him on social media after Allen loses fights Allen ranks No. 5 at middleweight and believes a fight with No.

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 10

Joe Rogan Reacts to Petr Yan’s UFC 323 Win Over Merab Dvalishvili

Petr Yan defeated Merab Dvalishvili by unanimous decision at UFC 323 on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas to claim the bantamweight championship

MMA News / HITC / December 10
Why Joe Rogan says leaving Jon Jones off the White House Card would be a huge mistake

Why Joe Rogan says leaving Jon Jones off the White House Card would be a huge mistake

Joe Rogan is still pushing for this matchup. The UFC’s scheduled event at the White House in 2026 keeps coming up in conversations heading into the new year, especially following President Donald Trump’s recent comments.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 10
UFC Fight Night – Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC Fight Night – Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape: Preview & Betting Tips

The flyweight division gives us an explosive matchup as Brandon Royval meets Manel Kape in the main event at UFC Fight Night on Saturday. Royval (17-8) has carved out a reputation as one of the most chaotic, creative, and dangerous flyweights in the UFC.

Giga Chikadze News / BoxingNews.com / December 10
UFC Fight Night – Giga Chikadze vs Kevin Vallejos: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC Fight Night – Giga Chikadze vs Kevin Vallejos: Preview & Betting Tips

The featherweight division gets an intriguing style clash on the upcoming UFC Fight Night card as Giga Chikadze returns to action against rising Argentine prospect Kevin Vallejos.

Dana White News / Dice City Sports / December 9
Dana White Quietly Signs New Five-Year Extension With UFC Parent Company TKO

Dana White Quietly Signs New Five-Year Extension With UFC Parent Company TKO

UFC president and CEO Dana White isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. After months of speculation regarding his long-term future with the promotion, White confirmed Sunday night that he has signed a new five-year contract extension with TKO Group Holdings, keeping him at the helm through at least 2031.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7
Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Here are some potential matchups for the winners on the main card.

Petr Yan shocks Merab Dvalishvili, reclaims bantamweight title

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