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Drew Dober ‘unleashes hell’ to overcome point deduction and grim cut to win by KO at UFC Vancouver

Drew Dober ‘unleashes hell’ to overcome point deduction and grim cut to win by KO at UFC Vancouver

The UFC Vancouver prelims had a violent ending. The UFC returns to Canada with a 13-fight card headlined by a top contender fight at middleweight between Reinier de Ridder and Brendan Allen.

Charles Jourdain News / Bloody Elbow / October 18

Charles Jourdain drops veteran with ‘perfect’ flying knee before UFC Vancouver finish

Charles Jourdain lived up to his nickname at UFC Vancouver. The Canadian fighter is 2-0 since dropping down to the UFC bantamweight division. Born in Montreal, Charles Jourdain showed out for his home country on the main card of UFC Vancouver where he battled ‘Dangerous’ Davey Grant.

Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Tom Aspinall’s teammate chugs beer after surviving knockdown in 13th heavyweight title defense

Tom Aspinall’s teammate chugs beer after surviving knockdown in 13th heavyweight title defense

Phil De Fries continued his incredible run as heavyweight champion at KSW 111. Tom Aspinall’s teammate was cut from the UFC in 2012 after going 2-3 in the Octagon.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Ilia Topuria Sends Savage Warning to Islam Makhachev Ahead of UFC 322

Ilia Topuria Sends Savage Warning to Islam Makhachev Ahead of UFC 322

Highlights: Ilia Topuria stirs headlines with a ruthless new comment aimed at Islam Makhachev. The timing of his message fuels tension as UFC 322 approaches.

Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
6ft 5in middleweight who beat Alex Pereira debuts with upset KO at UFC Vancouver

6ft 5in middleweight who beat Alex Pereira debuts with upset KO at UFC Vancouver

Yousri Belgaroui is an interesting new addition to the UFC’s middleweight division. ‘Baby Face Assassin’ enjoyed an elite-level career in kickboxing before transitioning to MMA in 2021.

Alexander Volkanovski News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
UFC legend claims UFC 323 was set to be headlined by Alexander Volkanovski before major U-turn

UFC legend claims UFC 323 was set to be headlined by Alexander Volkanovski before major U-turn

According to former UFC double champion Henry Cejudo, the recently announced UFC 323 main event was originally set to be headlined by Alexander Volkanovski.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Justin Gaethje reveals the one UFC opponent that he was ‘scared’ of and it’s not Khabib Nurmagomedov

Justin Gaethje reveals the one UFC opponent that he was ‘scared’ of and it’s not Khabib Nurmagomedov

Over his astonishing career in the UFC, Justin Gaethje has faced a plethora of elite opponents, but one stands out to him as the scariest. Longtime UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje is sitting waiting to find out what his next challenge will be after returning to the win column earlier this year at UFC 313.

Alex Pereira News / Athlon Sports / October 18
Alex Pereira Confirms Huge Post-UFC Plan

Alex Pereira Confirms Huge Post-UFC Plan

Alex Pereira gets revenge on Magomed Ankalaev in a dominant first-round finish. The win backs up his claims of injury from their first meeting at UFC 313.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Umar Nurmagomedov is predicting a ‘mauling’ in Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan 2

Umar Nurmagomedov is predicting a ‘mauling’ in Merab Dvalishvili vs Petr Yan 2

Umar Nurmagomedov is not expecting the bantamweight title to end up in Russia after UFC 323. Closing out 2026 and the UFC’s pay-per-view era this December will be a historic outing for Merab Dvalishvili in Las Vegas.

Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Reinier de Ridder sees one advantage helping him win ‘three-man race’ to challenge Khamzat Chimaev

Reinier de Ridder sees one advantage helping him win ‘three-man race’ to challenge Khamzat Chimaev

Reinier de Ridder expects to have an edge after UFC Vancouver. Following De Ridder’s main event win over Robert Whittaker this past July, many put the Dutchman up there with Nassourdine Imavov and Anthony Hernandez as one of three potential middleweight title challengers.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Why Alex Pereira is a ‘scarier fighter’ than Khamzat Chimaev

Why Alex Pereira is a ‘scarier fighter’ than Khamzat Chimaev

One UFC legend thinks Alex Pereira is more intimidating than his middleweight counterpart. Talk of a super fight between Pereira and Khamzat Chimaev arose after the Brazilian returned to the light heavyweight throne in emphatic fashion at UFC 320.

Brendan Allen News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Brendan Allen was once left gushing blood by fellow UFC Vancouver star before an incredible comeback

Brendan Allen was once left gushing blood by fellow UFC Vancouver star before an incredible comeback

Two of the UFC Vancouver headliners are familiar with one another. The latest UFC event in Canada takes place Saturday night at Rogers Arena, where the stakes will be high in the middleweight division as Reinier de Ridder fights Brendan Allen.

Henry Cejudo News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Henry Cejudo reacts to the UFC giving him an unranked prospect for his retirement fight

Henry Cejudo reacts to the UFC giving him an unranked prospect for his retirement fight

Henry Cejudo will go out against a UFC up-and-comer. UFC 323 will be the end of an era for the promotion, as the new $7.7 billion UFC-Paramount broadcast deal kicks off in 2026.

Ilia Topuria News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Ilia Topuria reveals why UFC’s $7.7 billion Paramount deal will be a game-changer

Ilia Topuria reveals why UFC’s $7.7 billion Paramount deal will be a game-changer

Ilia Topuria has good news for European MMA fans. A new chapter will soon begin for the UFC, as the sport’s leading promotion completes its broadcast deal with ESPN and crosses over to Paramount.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Alex Pereira showed something Jiri Prochazka had been waiting for at UFC 320… ‘Finally’

Alex Pereira showed something Jiri Prochazka had been waiting for at UFC 320… ‘Finally’

Jiri Prochazka liked what he saw from Alex Pereira in the latest pay-per-view main event. UFC 320 marked an incredibly successful night for ‘Poatan’, as he returned to the light heavyweight throne less than seven months after being unseated.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Islam Makhachev Reveals True Motive for Jack Della Maddalena Fight en Route to Historic Feat Against Khabib Nurmagomedov

Islam Makhachev Reveals True Motive for Jack Della Maddalena Fight en Route to Historic Feat Against Khabib Nurmagomedov

A feud between Islam Makhachev and Dan Hooker has been steadily brewing over the years. After a series of callouts in 2020, the pair was hoping to fight each other before the Kiwi was asked to face Paul Felder instead.

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Ben Askren News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Ben Askren Reveals Undergoing Second Surgery in Emotional Health Update Months After Double Lung Transplant

Ben Askren Reveals Undergoing Second Surgery in Emotional Health Update Months After Double Lung Transplant

“Prochazka comes back and wins that fight… I don’t think Merab gets stopped… I’m leaning towards Ankalaev.” Two weeks ago, reaching out to fans on Instagram, Ben Askren shared his predictions for UFC 320.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 18
Anthony Pettis shares heartfelt tribute as legendary MMA head coach passes away

Anthony Pettis shares heartfelt tribute as legendary MMA head coach passes away

Former UFC lightweight champion Anthony Pettis has shared an emotional statement on social media, following the passing of his famed head coach. A former

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Diego Lopes Eyes Dream UFC Matchup Against Max Holloway, Shrugs Off Tickle Fight Question at Vancouver Q&A

Diego Lopes Eyes Dream UFC Matchup Against Max Holloway, Shrugs Off Tickle Fight Question at Vancouver Q&A

After his defeat to Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 314, Diego Lopes bounced back to secure an impressive win over Jean Silva at Noche UFC last month. His

Reinier de Ridder News / Athlon Sports / October 18
UFC Tonight: What Time Does UFC Fight Night Reinier De Ridder vs. Brendan Allen Start?

UFC Tonight: What Time Does UFC Fight Night Reinier De Ridder vs. Brendan Allen Start?

The UFC returns tonight, Oct. 18, to the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada, for UFC Fight Night 262: de Ridder vs. Allen.  A pivotal middleweight clash headlines the card, as former two-division ONE Championship titleholder Reinier de Ridder takes on the proven UFC veteran, Brendan Allen.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 18
Daniel Cormier Goes Off on Merab Dvalishvili’s Takedown Feat Against Cory Sandhagen

Daniel Cormier Goes Off on Merab Dvalishvili’s Takedown Feat Against Cory Sandhagen

In mixed martial arts, ground control and wrestling-heavy performances have often struggled to earn the same spotlight as striking-based displays. Takedown records and positional dominance have not always been given the recognition they deserve compared to knockouts or submissions.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 18
Revenge or Belt? Umar Nurmagomedov Sets Priorities Straight for Future

Revenge or Belt? Umar Nurmagomedov Sets Priorities Straight for Future

In January at UFC 311, Umar Nurmagomedov faced Merab Dvalishvili for the bantamweight championship. The Dagestani fighter entered the Octagon as the betting favorite, carrying huge expectations, but lost the bout via unanimous decision.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 18
Jon Jones Accused Of Ducking Ngannou – ‘Jones Was Scared’

Jon Jones Accused Of Ducking Ngannou – ‘Jones Was Scared’

PFL fighter Karim Henniene says Jon Jones left MMA because he was afraid to face Francis Ngannou.  Ngannou and Jones were linked with a fight during their time in the UFC.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 18
Why Reinier De Ridder Doesn’t Deserve to Fight Khamzat Chimaev Even After a Win at UFC Vancouver

Why Reinier De Ridder Doesn’t Deserve to Fight Khamzat Chimaev Even After a Win at UFC Vancouver

Ahead of this weekend’s UFC Vancouver, Reinier de Ridder finds himself in an amazing spot. Why? Well, if ‘The Dutchman’ beats Brendan Allen in the main event, a title fight against Khamzat Chimaev may be in order.

Ronda Rousey News / Dice City Sports / October 17
Ronda Rousey Returns to Training But Says a Comeback Isn’t the Goal

Ronda Rousey Returns to Training But Says a Comeback Isn’t the Goal

Ronda Rousey is back on the mats but not necessarily back on the comeback trail. Speaking on The Breakfast Club, the former UFC bantamweight champion said training again has been about health, joy, and rediscovering her identity as a martial artist, not plotting a dramatic return.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 16
UFC 321 Broadcast Booth Set: Laura Sanko Replaces Joe Rogan for Abu Dhabi Card

UFC 321 Broadcast Booth Set: Laura Sanko Replaces Joe Rogan for Abu Dhabi Card

Abu Dhabi — The UFC has finalized its on-air team for UFC 321 on Saturday, October 25, with Laura Sanko stepping into the commentary booth while Joe Rogan sits out the international event.

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