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Alexander Volkanovski beats Diego Lopes to retain featherweight title at UFC 325

Alexander Volkanovski beats Diego Lopes to retain featherweight title at UFC 325

A featherweight title bout at UFC 325 was won by Alexander Volkanovski against Diego Lopes. He won by unanimous decision after a five-round title bout.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 1
Calls Mount to Cut Tai Tuivasa After 'Lazy' Outing Against Tallison Teixeira at UFC 325

Calls Mount to Cut Tai Tuivasa After 'Lazy' Outing Against Tallison Teixeira at UFC 325

A layoff of 18 months, and yet the same result. If anyone had hopes that Tai Tuivasa would turn things around as he returned to fight, they were disappointed.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 31

Benoit Saint Denis batters Dan Hooker in UFC 325 co-main event

Lightweight contenders Dan Hooker and Benoit Saint Denis met in Saturday's UFC 325 co-main event in Sydney, Australia. Hooker entered the bout coming off a submission loss to No.

Dan Hooker News / BoxingNews.com / February 1

BSD Finishes Hooker In Two Rounds

Benoît Saint Denis stopped Dan Hooker in the second round at UFC 325, as you can see how the fight played out live. Hooker was coming off a 2nd-round submission loss to Arman Tsarukyan just over two months ago at UFC Qatar (November 2025).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 31

Mauricio Ruffy stops Rafael Fiziev at UFC 325

A lightweight bout between scrappy Rafael Fiziev and Mauricio Ruffy was featured on Saturday's UFC 325 main card in Sydney, Australia. Fiziev snapped a three-fight losing streak in his last outing, but two of those losses were to the top contender.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 31

Covington Wants Pimblett At UFC White House

Colby Covington is campaigning for a “USA vs. UK” showdown against Paddy Pimblett for the UFC White House card on June 14. Following Pimblett’s interim lightweight title loss to Justin Gaethje on January 24, Covington has urged the Liverpudlian to move up to the 170-pound division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
Justin Gaethje reveals plan for UFC return as he names potential Ilia Topuria replacements

Justin Gaethje reveals plan for UFC return as he names potential Ilia Topuria replacements

Justin Gaethje wants to unify the lightweight division – but would be happy to take one of two rematches if circumstances demand it. The beloved former BMF champion defeated Paddy Pimblett in the main event of UFC 324 to win the interim title at 155lb.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
UFC 326 bout may be saved as 15-2 star with three straight Fight of the Nights agrees to step in

UFC 326 bout may be saved as 15-2 star with three straight Fight of the Nights agrees to step in

The UFC may have found a replacement for Brian Ortega. After UFC 325 on Saturday marks the second numbered event in the space of two weeks, the next marquee card won’t be until March 7.

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Nick Diaz News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
Nick Diaz beat UFC GOAT at his own game in dream fight that resulted in a five-year suspension

Nick Diaz beat UFC GOAT at his own game in dream fight that resulted in a five-year suspension

The name Nick Diaz draws a reaction from MMA fans that is hard to match. There’s a reason why people were so happy to see Diaz recently overcome some health concerns and make his way back to the gym.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
Alexander Volkanovski could extend his longstanding record during fight against Diego Lopes at UFC 325

Alexander Volkanovski could extend his longstanding record during fight against Diego Lopes at UFC 325

Alexander Volkanovski will undoubtedly go down as one of the greatest fighters of all time, despite the result at UFC 325. On Saturday night in the UFC 325 main event, the featherweight champion looks to kick off the second reign of his 145lb title with another win over Diego Lopes.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
Fighter Dana White called a ‘legit gangster’ won one UFC fight before pulling off $92 million robbery

Fighter Dana White called a ‘legit gangster’ won one UFC fight before pulling off $92 million robbery

A notorious UFC fighter only ever stepped inside the Octagon once. While it can be hard to predict what a fighter will go on to achieve in their career, there are some great examples of “what if” fighters.

Conor McGregor News / MMA Weekly / January 31

Conor McGregor claims UFC return not happening without Ari Emanuel talks

Conor McGregor has been heavily linked to feature on the UFC White House card in June, but his involvement could have reached an impasse. 'The Notorious' has made a personal vow to once again dedicate himself to mixed martial arts, with all eyes set on his return later this year.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 31
UFC Fighter Rallies Behind Alex Pereira Following Khamzat Chimaev’s Online Trolling

UFC Fighter Rallies Behind Alex Pereira Following Khamzat Chimaev’s Online Trolling

Khamzat Chimaev has been very desperate to face Alex Pereira in the octagon. Meanwhile, the Brazilian fighter has shown very little interest in facing Chimaev.

Justin Gaethje News / Total Pro Sports / January 31
Justin Gaethje Admits Another Brutal KO Could Force Him Into Retirement

Justin Gaethje Admits Another Brutal KO Could Force Him Into Retirement

Everyone was counting out Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 for his fight against Paddy Pimblett. However, he dominated the fight and earned his title shot against Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / HITC / January 31
Daniel Cormier believes 19-0 star has been treated even worse than Arman Tsarukyan by the UFC

Daniel Cormier believes 19-0 star has been treated even worse than Arman Tsarukyan by the UFC

‘DC’ is still shocked by this featherweight contender’s UFC 325 snub. Matchmaking has always sparked debate in the UFC, and 2026 started off with two decisions that really got people talking.

Rafael dos Anjos News / Stadium Rant / January 31
Rafael Dos Anjos’ Next Fight Should Be His Last

Rafael Dos Anjos’ Next Fight Should Be His Last

Rafael Dos Anjos has suffered a setback in his planned comeback in the Octagon. On Wednesday, the former lightweight champion revealed on Instagram that Dos Anjos had undergone a third knee surgery since his last fight, potentially delaying his return to the summer.

MMA News / HITC / January 31
Jon Jones gives concerning update over potential Alex Pereira UFC White House fight

Jon Jones gives concerning update over potential Alex Pereira UFC White House fight

Jon Jones has admitted that a potential UFC White House fight with Alex Pereira remains out of his control as uncertainty continues around the proposed matchup.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 31
Brian Ortega Withdraws From UFC 326 Bout vs. Renato Moicano Due to Injury

Brian Ortega Withdraws From UFC 326 Bout vs. Renato Moicano Due to Injury

UFC 326 has suffered a notable setback. Former featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega has withdrawn from his scheduled lightweight bout against Renato Moicano, which was set to take place March 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

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