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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Tom Aspinall Gets Insider’s Backing as Dana White’s Stance Fuels UFC Title Uncertainty
Dubai, London, Las Vegas—none of it matters if the champion can’t see clearly. And that is where the tension lies. Months after a title contest ended in chaos, the talk about Tom Aspinall hasn’t stopped.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Sean O’Malley Concerned for His UFC White House Spot While Conor McGregor Accepts Nate Diaz Callout
The hype for the UFC White House card has been steadily building, but Sean O’Malley is still waiting for his call. ‘Suga’ is coming off a clean bounce-back win over Song Yadong at UFC 324, sits at no.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Jorge Masvidal announces he will host $500,000 bare-knuckle MMA tournament including return of UFC star Anthony Smith
Jorge Masvidal has confirmed plans for a massive money tournament as his bare-knuckle MMA promotion returns. The former BMF champion and welterweight title contender has taken to promoting in his post-fighting days, and has introduced a new type of MMA without gloves.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Dustin Poirier Gives Three-Word Response to Nate Diaz’s UFC White House Callout
Dustin Poirier wasn’t chasing a spot on the UFC White House card, but it looks like Nate Diaz has dragged his name into the conversation anyway. With the promotion lining up the historic June 14 event and veterans circling for relevance, the Stockton legend recently threw out his wish list for his return to the Octagon.
Kamaru Usman News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Kamaru Usman wants to retire in 2026 as a two-division champion by avenging his last defeat
‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ has got plans in mind for the year ahead. Islam Makhachev’s team are still pushing for Kamaru Usman to be his first welterweight title challenger.
Norma Dumont News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Norma Dumont books potential eliminator against Yana Santos after missing out on title fight
The UFC lost a massive fight at the start of the year due to a champion’s serious injury. Kayla Harrison had to withdraw from her clash with Amanda Nunes due to requiring surgery.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Dustin Poirier open to clash against Nate Diaz as he responds to former UFC star’s callout
When Dustin Poirier announced his retirement from the UFC, it seemed as though it could be short lived. Ahead of his UFC 318 BMF title fight against Max Holloway, ‘The Diamond’ made it clear that it would be his final fight in the sport following an incredible 32-fight UFC career.
25-Fight UFC Veteran Shockingly Ends Retirement for Bareknuckle MMA Tournament
Former UFC title challenger and 25-fight UFC veteran Anthony Smith is set to make his return to MMA after announcing his retirement last year. With a staggering
Tom Aspinall News / The Body Lock / February 16
Tom Aspinall’s Fighting Days May Be Over After Latest Surgery 
Tom Aspinall underwent double eye surgery and faces an unclear recovery timeline The interim UFC heavyweight champion said he doesn’t know when or if he
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Zion Clark targets flyweight return following submission loss to UFC heavyweight Valter Walker
Zion Clark has spoken out for the first time since being tapped out at Karate Combat 59. The elite-level wrestler, who was born without legs, squared off against Valter Walker on Friday.
Zabit Magomedsharipov News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Zabit Magomedsharipov teases return to combat sports four years after his retirement from the UFC
Six years after making his final appearance in the UFC Octagon, Zabit Magomedsharipov could finally be set to return to combat sports. Back in 2019, the sensational Russian striker competed in his first main event under the UFC banner when he took on Calvin Kattar.
Nate Diaz adds Conor McGregor to three-man list for upcoming bout
Nate Diaz says he is ready to finally settle his long-standing rivalry with Conor McGregor. Diaz has not fought in the UFC since 2022, back when Francis Ngannou still held the heavyweight belt.
Joe Rogan News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Legendary UFC Champion Takes Credit for Creating Division That Birthed Joe Rogan’s GOAT
Joe Rogan has been part of the UFC since its budding stages and has surely seen the best and worst fighters in the MMA world. When it comes to the GOATs, Rogan has a few names on his mind, including former UFC flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson, who dominated the 125-pound division.
Alexander Volkanovski News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Alexander Volkanovski Gives Back to the Community After UFC 325 Win in Heartwarming Gesture
What makes an MMA fighter loved by the community? Surely, it takes something more than the Octagon performance. Take Charles Oliveira, for example, who gets immense love from the people due to charitable gestures.
Dana White News / HITC / February 16
Dana White brags about early Zuffa Boxing success against competitors, ‘I’m beating up…’
Dana White says his early experience in professional boxing has been so dominant that he likened the competition to “beating up babies.” The UFC president made the comment during the post-fight press conference for Zuffa Boxing 03 while reflecting on his promotion’s entry into the sport.
Javid Basharat News / Bloody Elbow / February 16
Javid Basharat says he’s leaving UFC with his ‘head high’ in first statement since roster departure
‘The Snow Leopard’ has reflected on the end of his run in the UFC. The leading MMA promotion’s roster has recently gone through some departures, with Jailton Almeida being the biggest name to part ways.
Matt Brown suggests UFC leveraging Conor McGregor to stir White House event buzz
The biggest organisation in MMA is preparing to stage one of the sport’s largest events ever in just a few months: the highly anticipated UFC White House card.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 16
Nick Diaz’s Ex-Teammate Backs Him to ’Defy Science‘ With UFC Return
After battling rehab in Mexico, Nick Diaz is finally eyeing a return to the cage. The Stockton native believes he still has what it takes to become champion, and he sounds fully convinced.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 16
Kamaru Usman Claims He’s Islam Makhachev’s Toughest Test, Teases New Game Plan for Khamzat Chimaev Rematch
Former welterweight king Kamaru Usman believes he presents the toughest stylistic challenge for reigning lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, while also hinting at a more calculated approach should he earn a rematch against Khamzat Chimaev.
Charles Oliveira News / MMA Weekly / February 16
Coach: Max Holloway ahead of schedule in training for Charles Oliveira rematch
Former featherweight champion and BMF titleholder Max Holloway is in the homestretch of his UFC 326 training camp. "Blessed" takes on former lightweight titleholder Charles Oliveira in a rematch with the symbolic BMF belt on the line.
Kamaru Usman News / MMA Weekly / February 16
Kamaru Usman has lofty goals for this year
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman some lofty goals for this year. "The Nigerian Nightmare" plans to end 2026 with two UFC titles. "2026, we want to say, wow, I can't believe you actually pulled that off and went and not only took one title but took two and walked away, "Usman told UFC op Eurosport.
Cain Velasquez News / BoxingNews.com / February 16
Cain Velasquez Released From Jail
Ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez is no longer in jail after being released. On February 15, Velasquez was released on parole from the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Dricus Du Plessis Eyes Miami Return, Vows to 'Fix' Chimaev Puzzle in Title Rematch
Former middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t looking for tune-ups. He isn’t looking for excuses either. He’s looking for his belt back and ideally, he wants it from the man who took it.
Aljamain Sterling News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Aljamain Sterling: 'Everything I Said Was Fair and Valid'
In a video posted after UFC 321, Sterling questioned how quickly Aspinall opted out of the fight. “Was he milking it? Was he using his best Aljamain Sterling acting attributes to take home the gold?” Sterling asked.
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