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Top 5 MMA fighters from New Zealand ranked including Carlos Ulberg and ‘The Hangman’

Top 5 MMA fighters from New Zealand ranked including Carlos Ulberg and ‘The Hangman’

For a country that is so small, New Zealand has produced well above its fair share of top MMA fighters who have graced the UFC in the past. The UFC’s return to Australia this month for UFC Perth gives the opportunity for not just the best Australian fighters, but also some of the finest Kiwis to battle at the event.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / September 17

‘This isn’t about’… Dana White disregards one of the main concerns of hosting a UFC event at the White House

Dana White has addressed how fans will factor into his plans for the UFC event at the White House. Earlier this month, the UFC president visited the United States capital to begin putting plans in place for a one-of-a-kind event.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 17

Ilia Topuria Destroys Ducking Accusations with Dana White Hint: 'Fight Whoever They Want'

Ilia Topuria shocked the world when he destroyed Charles Oliveira and became the UFC lightweight champion. After all, the quick knockout win solidified his dominance immediately.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 17

'Dead serious:' Dana White's huge Conor McGregor update sets off UFC White House hype

When it comes to the relationship between UFC CEO Dana White and former two-division champion Conor McGregor, things couldn't be more copesetic. Just days

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 17

Sean O'Malley says,'Hell yeah,' to potential Song Yadong fight

Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley is ready to get back in the octagon. Against whom, when and where remains up in the air.   Rumors have O'Malley linked to a possible showdown with No.

Conor McGregor News / MMA Weekly / September 17

Conor McGregor ends Irish presidential campaign

Conor McGregor will not be the next president of Ireland. The former two-division UFC champion announced he's ending his presidential campaign. "Notorious" made the announcement in a social media post on X "Following careful reflection, and after consulting with my family, I am withdrawing my candidacy from this presidential race," McGregor wrote.

Bo Nickal News / Dice City Sports / September 16
Bo Nickal Returns After First Pro Defeat

Bo Nickal Returns After First Pro Defeat

Highly touted middleweight prospect Bo Nickal is set to return to action at UFC 322 in New York on Nov. 15, marking his first fight since suffering the first loss of his MMA career.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 16
Dana White signs 4 fighters to UFC including Daniel Cormier and Ilia Topuria teammates

Dana White signs 4 fighters to UFC including Daniel Cormier and Ilia Topuria teammates

Dana White's Contender Series Week 6 has concluded, and four fighters have received UFC contracts. The night capped off with four finishes and one decision, and White was spoiled for choice with some of the prospects on display.

Dana White News / MMA Weekly / September 16
Dana White's Contender Series - Week 6 Results: Four UFC contracts awarded

Dana White's Contender Series - Week 6 Results: Four UFC contracts awarded

The sixth week of this season's Dana White's Contender Series took place on Tuesday at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.  Headlining the five-bout fight card was a bantamweight bout between Hecher Sosa and Mackson Lee.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 16
Petr Yan named the best striker by UFC veteran who fought 7 world champions across two sports

Petr Yan named the best striker by UFC veteran who fought 7 world champions across two sports

Petr Yan’s striking is respected by many. Ranked #3 in the world, the former UFC champion is arguably the best boxer the bantamweight division has ever seen.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 16
Justin Gaethje left Joe Rogan stunned with a crazy admission about his MMA career

Justin Gaethje left Joe Rogan stunned with a crazy admission about his MMA career

Joe Rogan couldn’t believe what Justin Gaethje had to say. In his time in combat sports, the popular broadcaster has been shocked on many occasions. Rogan was blown away when Mark Hunt finished an undefeated boxer, and has given fans many exceptional memories through his reactions to crazy moments.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 16
Chael Sonnen wrote Anderson Silva a bizarre letter before their rematch… ‘PS I changed my mind’

Chael Sonnen wrote Anderson Silva a bizarre letter before their rematch… ‘PS I changed my mind’

Chael Sonnen addressed Anderson Silva with a letter live on air. In his career, ‘The American Gangster’ cemented his status as one of the most entertaining fighters of all time.

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Diego Lopes News / Empire Sports Media / September 16
After his win at Noche UFC, what’s next for Diego Lopes?

After his win at Noche UFC, what’s next for Diego Lopes?

This past Saturday at Noche UFC, we saw a highly anticipated featherweight matchup in the main event. Former title challenger Diego Lopes (27-7) took on surging top contender Jean Silva (16-3).

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 16
Ilia Topuria could be the architect of his own UFC downfall just like Conor McGregor

Ilia Topuria could be the architect of his own UFC downfall just like Conor McGregor

Ilia Topuria is one of the most confident sports stars on the planet, but ultimately, that could result in his downfall. Since his emergence in the UFC in 2020, it was immediately clear that Ilia Topuria had the skills to become a future champion in the sport.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / September 16
UFC 322 adds Bo Nickal – Rodolfo Vieira

UFC 322 adds Bo Nickal – Rodolfo Vieira

UFC 322 goes down on November 15th at Madison Square Garden in New York. The promotion announced a few more fights that are going down on that card in November including the return of Bo Nickal (7-1).

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 16

UFC adds banger 'Fight of the Night' candidate to stacked UFC 322 card

Middleweight contenders Roman Kopylov and Gregory Rodrigues are set to meet in an incredible addition to UFC 322. Set to take place at Madison Square Garden

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / September 16
Kyle Daukaus vs. Gerald Meerschaert Set for UFC 322 at MSG

Kyle Daukaus vs. Gerald Meerschaert Set for UFC 322 at MSG

Kyle Daukaus and Gerald Meerschaert are set to collide at UFC 322 on November 15, 2025, as part of a spectacular lineup returning to Madison Square Garden.

Brendan Allen News / Dice City Sports / September 16
Brendan Allen Steps In To Face Reinier de Ridder at UFC Fight Night 262 in Vancouver

Brendan Allen Steps In To Face Reinier de Ridder at UFC Fight Night 262 in Vancouver

UFC Fight Night 262 has a new headliner. With Anthony Hernandez withdrawing from the Oct. 18 main event in Vancouver for undisclosed reasons, the UFC has tapped Brendan Allen to step in against Reinier de Ridder in a five-round middleweight clash at Rogers Arena, live on ESPN+.

Jean Silva News / Total Apex Sports / September 16
Jean Silva’s Emotional Breakdown: Fighting Nerds’ Undefeated Streak Comes Crashing Down at Noche UFC

Jean Silva’s Emotional Breakdown: Fighting Nerds’ Undefeated Streak Comes Crashing Down at Noche UFC

Well, well, well. Look who’s eating humble pie after all that trash talk. Jean Silva, the once-cocky featherweight who seemed unstoppable, just got a reality check courtesy of Diego Lopes at Noche UFC.

Derek Brunson News / MMA Sucka / September 16

Tommy Gantt: On The Doorstep To Greatness

On the doorstep of the world’s biggest MMA organization, the UFC, another star stand in the midst, waiting for his moment to walk through and shock the world.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 15
Aljamain Sterling Calls for Diego Lopes Clash, Eyes Featherweight Title Shot

Aljamain Sterling Calls for Diego Lopes Clash, Eyes Featherweight Title Shot

Former bantamweight king Aljamain Sterling has set his sights on one of the UFC featherweight division’s hottest names. After watching Diego Lopes stop Jean Silva in spectacular fashion at Noche UFC, Sterling said he wants Lopes next with the winner advancing to a title shot.

MMA News / Yardbarker / September 14
Potential featherweight matchups for Diego Lopes, Jean Silva

Potential featherweight matchups for Diego Lopes, Jean Silva after bout

Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva has concluded, and the UFC matchmakers will be considering who the fighters on the card will take on next. Here are the matchups that make sense for the main event fighters, Diego Lopes and Jean Silva.

Diego Lopes halts Jean Silva’s win streak at Noche UFC
Yoel Romero News / HITC / September 14
BKFC debut sees Yoel Romero score emphatic KO after flooring his rival several times

BKFC debut sees Yoel Romero score emphatic KO after flooring his rival several times

Yoel Romero’s entry into BKFC was not exactly subtle. The former UFC and Bellator contender made his Squared Circle debut to salsa music, blowing a horn as he walked out.

Bryce Mitchell News / HITC / September 14
19-year-old prospect submits UFC star Bryce Mitchell in under a minute in grappling bout

19-year-old prospect submits UFC star Bryce Mitchell in under a minute in grappling bout

Bryce Mitchell’s latest appearance did not go according to plan. Just a couple of months after his last fight in the UFC, Mitchell returned to action looking to stay active in the sport.

MMA News / Field Level Media / September 13
Diego Lopes halts Jean Silva’s win streak at Noche UFC

Diego Lopes halts Jean Silva’s win streak at Noche UFC

Featherweight Diego Lopes caught Jean Silva with a spinning back elbow, followed by strikes to TKO Silva in Round 2 to cap off the main event of Noche UFC in San Antonio, Texas.

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