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Justin Gaethje Sets 2027 as Finish Line for His MMA Career

At the end of the day, every bringer of violence must eventually rest, and the same may soon apply to Justin Gaethje. The 37-year-old has already carved

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Dana White feared UFC star could ‘die’ after absorbing 445 strikes in historic fight

Max Holloway produced one of the most dominant performances in UFC history — but the aftermath left the promotion’s president deeply concerned. Five years ago today, Max Holloway delivered what many regard as the most lopsided performance the UFC has ever seen.

Hunter Campbell News / HITC / February 6

Everything we learned from Hunter Campbell’s testimony during UFC’s antitrust hearing

Hunter Campbell’s testimony in the UFC’s ongoing antitrust lawsuit gave one of the clearest looks yet into how the organisation operates behind closed doors.

Yoel Romero News / HITC / February 6

Yoel Romero set to clash with 30-1-1 star once suspended for after-bell incident

At 48, the ‘Soldier of God’ shows no signs of stepping away from the sport just yet. Last month, at RAF 5 in Sunrise, Florida, Yoel Romero experienced his first defeat since 2023.

Georges St-Pierre News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Georges St-Pierre says this current UFC champion is on track to pass him and become the GOAT

GSP says a new name could soon enter MMA’s polarizing ‘greatest of all time’ debate. The legendary Georges St-Pierre is among the leading candidates for GOAT status, having enjoyed an illustrious career inside the Octagon that included titles in two divisions.

Jorge Masvidal News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Jorge Masvidal Calls Veteran Referee the ‘Worst Ever’ After UFC 325 Blunder

UFC 325 may be over, but the controversy surrounding the event continues to grow. For starters, the Australia card, headlined by Volkanovski vs. Lopes, ran into multiple issues and made headlines for the wrong reasons.

Chuck Liddell News / HITC / February 6

Chuck Liddell addresses brain damage concerns, explains what’s behind his speech change

Chuck Liddell has spoken out about concerns raised by MMA fans over his health. The former UFC light heavyweight champion, who holds a 21-9 professional record, took on some of the biggest names in the sport during his career.

Mario Bautista News / MMA on SI / February 6

UFC Fight Night: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira Full Card Picks & Predictions

The first UFC Fight Night of 2026 takes place this Saturday (February 7), and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.

Khabib Nurmagomedov News / EssentiallySports / February 6

How Usman Nurmagomedov and PFL Are Changing MMA and Challenging UFC’s Monopoly

In today’s landscape, MMA largely means the UFC—at least for casual fans and the paying audience. As a result, the UFC has become the undisputed global stage of mixed martial arts.

Dana White News / HITC / February 6

How UFC 324 star made $50k after Dana White admitted a ‘badly wrong’ decision

One UFC titleholder has picked up a late reward following the most impressive showing of his career. There’s no shortage of proven talent on Saturday’s UFC 324 card, with plenty of fighters who have either worn gold or competed for it in the past.

Jon Jones News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Despite needing hip replacement, Jon Jones willing to fight at the White House

A clip of former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones discussing his health and fighting future went viral on Thursday. A lifetime of combat sports has taken its toll on Jones' body.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Gillian Robertson will call for title shot with win over Amanda Lemos

Rising women's strawweight contender Gillian Robertson has been having problems getting an opponent that makes it to the octagon. "Savage" was scheduled to face Iasmin Lucindo at UFC on ESPN 73 in December but Lucindo was forced out of the bout due to an undisclosed injury.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 6

Ilia Topuria Back In Training, Is Gaethje Next?

After a hiatus that left the lightweight division under some uncertainty, Ilia Topuria looks close to coming back. Topuria is back in the gym, signaling that his recent troubles are behind him.

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MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'My 10-Year-Old Tried to Help Me': UFC Legend Recalls Wild Detail From Khabib Nurmagomedov-Conor McGregor Brawl at UFC 229

The chaos that erupted after Khabib Nurmagomedov’s submission win over Conor McGregor at UFC 229 remains one of the most infamous moments in MMA history.

Shavkat Rakhmonov News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Shavkat Rakhmonov Urged to Make Major Change With Title Hopes in Jeopardy After Another Injury Setback

Shavkat Rakhmonov was on a fast track to the top of the welterweight division. However, he has now been sidelined due to a recurring knee injury. This has prompted former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman to urge the Kazakh to make significant changes to his training camp if a championship remains his ultimate goal.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Justin Gaethje explains why he’s ‘glad’ Max Holloway KO’d him and ‘would do it a 100 times over’

Justin Gaethje has a unique take on his most devastating loss inside the Octagon. Gaethje was happy to prove Paddy Pimblett wrong when he ended the Brit’s win streak to become a two-time interim lightweight champion last month.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Justin Gaethje Targets Conor McGregor as He Reacts to Ilia Topuria UFC Return

Interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has no doubt what the future holds for him. And ‘The Highlight’ sees it entangled with former two-division champion Conor McGregor.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6

Dustin Jacoby vs. Julius Walker prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

The UFC Vegas 113 Main Card will get underway as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for the opening bout in the Light Heavyweight (205) Division.

Conor McGregor News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Conor McGregor Makes Statement Signing as Former WWE Champion Joins BKFC

What happens when pro wrestling swagger collides with bare-knuckle chaos? Conor McGregor seems determined to find out! The BKFC co-owner has added another headline-grabber to his growing roster, and this one comes with crossover appeal baked in.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / February 5

Fans get their wish as UFC backtracks on ‘pathetic’ call to grant cheating fighter another opportunity

There has been drama on the scales at both of the UFC’s events in 2026. The first card of the Paramount+ era produced a shocking reminder of the dangers of weight cutting when Cameron Smotherman collapsed on stage.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Wang Cong vs. Eduarda Moura prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the prelims with a bout between Wang Cong and Eduarda Moura in the flyweight division on Saturday.

Jakub Wiklacz News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Muin Gafurov vs. Jakub Wiklacz prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 113 as the Prelims continue with this next Bantamweight (135) bout. Tajikistan’s Muin Gafurov will welcome Poland’s new prospect Jakub Wiklacz in what should be an exciting scrap.

Jon Jones News / MyMMANews.com / February 5

Jon Jones – 'I have severe arthritis'

Former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has revealed a medical prognosis that most were not expecting to hear. The future UFC Hall of Famer has been diagnosed with arthritis, a common, chronic condition characterized by inflammation, pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion in one or more joints.

Boxing News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

Shakur Stevenson–WBC Controversy Gives Dana White an Opening Boxing Didn’t Want

The boxing world once again found itself questioning its own governance after the WBC stripped Shakur Stevenson of its lightweight title just days after his dominant win over Teofimo Lopez.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / February 5

3 Featherweight Fights The UFC Must Book In 2026 After Movsar Evloev-Lerone Murphy

The UFC has its next featherweight title eliminator set. On Tuesday, the promotion confirmed that its London card next month would be headlined by British hero Lerone Murphy fighting Movsar Evloev.