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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
Islam Makhachev’s White House Wish Snubbed as UFC Plays the Long Game With Ilia Topuria, Per Reports
The White House lawn was meant to provide the setting for something historic. With many fans expecting a massive champion-versus-champion showdown. A global headline.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
Paddy Pimblett Shows Brutal Aftermath of Justin Gaethje Fight as Illegal Move Debate Brews
The UFC 324 main event was meant to be about momentum. With an interim title on the line, it was supposed to be a breakthrough moment. Instead, a week later, most of the conversation has shifted away from scorecards and toward something far smaller—and far more painful.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
American Top Team Fighter Breaks Silence on UFC Firing Him Despite Victory
Earlier this month, Dana White & Co. stunned fans when they chose not to extend the contract of Afghan-English MMA bantamweight Javid Basharat. Surprisingly, the UFC released him even after he secured a win over short-notice replacement Gianni Vasquez at UFC Vegas 113.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
Ronda Rousey, Khabib, and Others Rejoice as Cain Velasquez Reunites With Family After Prison Release
Homecomings in combat sports are rarely like this. There was no belt around his waist, no Octagon lights, and no noise from the crowd. Instead, the news arrived quietly on a Sunday: a prison release, parole confirmation, and a former heavyweight champion returning to civilian life.
Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Jon Jones was happy to see rival ‘eat his words’ in KO loss to fighter he was accused of running from
On this day in 2020, the GOAT was called out to his face following a huge knockout. Jon Jones has suggested that he could be completely done with fighting in recent weeks following some of his comments about his health.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC foe recalls backstage altercation before 17-second KO: ‘Why is he like this?’
Khamzat Chimaev quickly became a star in the UFC thanks to one trait. Dricus du Plessis says you can’t hate on Chimaev for fighting the way that he did in their middleweight title fight last August.
Cain Velasquez News / Total Apex Sports / February 15
Cain Velasquez Granted Parole: Inside the UFC Legend’s Release
Cain Velasquez was the man everyone feared at UFC during the 2000’s and 2010’s. Known for a gas tank that defied physics and a pace that broke heavyweights, he was the baddest man on the planet.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Michael Bisping argues UFC heavyweight division must proceed without injured Tom Aspinall
Amid his fellow countryman’s worrying absence, Michael Bisping says the “show must go on.” UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall remains without a return date after his attempt to record a first defense of the undisputed title ended in disaster.
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.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Max Holloway comments on Charles Oliveira’s claim that he was ‘just a boy’ in their first clash
When Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira first clashed in the UFC, they were only 23 and 25 years old respectively. This coming March 7, the pair of popular UFC lightweights will clash for a second time when they headline the UFC 326 main event with the BMF title on the line.
Joshua Van News / MMA on SI / February 15
Top UFC Flyweight Contender Responds After Brutal Joshua Van Title Fight Update
The UFC flyweight division may have faced scrunity over the years, but it's now undergoing a new era, with Joshua Van having become champion in December against Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 323 in Las Vegas.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15
Chael Sonnen Warns Former UFC Champion Could Be Repeating Israel Adesanya’s Costly Mistake
Israel Adesanya has shown championship guts as he gears up to fight rising contender Joe Pyfer at UFC Seattle. However, ‘The Last Stylebender’s decision has prompted fans and experts to ask: Is the former 185 lbs king taking too much risk?
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Islam Makhachev explains why fighting at the White House appeals to him
The welterweight king wants to make the walk in Washington D.C. One of the biggest topics entering 2026 was the UFC’s plan to stage a White House event on June 14 as part of the celebrations for American Independence Day.
Matt Brown News / Dice City Sports / February 15
Matt Brown: 'You’re Setting Yourself Up for Disappointment'
The UFC’s June 14 showcase on the White House lawn is already being framed as a historic moment for mixed martial arts. UFC CEO Dana White has promised the “biggest and best” card possible.
Cain Velasquez News / Bloody Elbow / February 15
Cain Velasquez announces release from prison after UFC legend spent over 300 days behind bars
Cain Velasquez says he will be walking free. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been in prison since being sentenced last March for a shooting that took place in February 2022.
Bo Nickal fires at Colby Covington for avoiding UFC White House callout
Bo Nickal is still pushing for a showdown with another American wrestler. The UFC card at the White House, in June, has attracted plenty of interest, and Nickal is among those expected to get the nod for a spot on the card.
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.
Matt Brown News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
Matt Brown Doesn’t Buy That UFC White House Will Be The Biggest Card Ever
The UFC is heading into one of its most hyped events: the UFC White House card. Once, UFC commentator Jon Anik mentioned that there would be 6-7 title fights, but UFC veteran Matt Brown doubts it.
Aljamain Sterling maintains stance after Tom Aspinall surgery due to UFC 321 eye pokes
Aljamain Sterling has not backed down from what many have called one of the worst opinions in recent MMA memory. The former UFC bantamweight champion had questioned how Tom Aspinall handled the eye poke incident at 321, and has not changed his tune, even after the full story came to light.
3 Things UFC, Dana White Can Do to Fix Heavyweight Division in Tom Aspinall's Absence
A rare off weekend for the UFC brought about some pretty significant updates regarding its heavyweight champion, Tom Aspinall. Aspinall (15-3 MMA, 8-1,
Valter Walker News / HITC / February 15
Johnny Walker responds to Valter Walker’s win v Zion Clark and UFC callout
Johnny Walker was not impressed by his brother’s grappling win over Zion Clark and has explained why he did not show up to the event. Valter Walker, who competes at heavyweight, called out his older brother after submitting Clark, a former 135 lb fighter.
Sean Strickland News / MMA Weekly / February 15
Dricus du Plessis gives Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez prediction
Former middleweight champion Sean Strickland headlines Saturday's UFC Fight Night 267 fight card in Houston, Texas against No. 4 ranked Antony "Fluffy" Hernandez.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 15
What’s Colby Covington’s Next Move?
UFC welterweight Colby Covington has responded after UFC CEO Dana White shut down speculation linking him with a potential matchup with Conor McGregor at the UFC White House card on June 14. Speculation emerged that Covington and McGregor could headline the White House card.
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