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Tom Aspinall threatens to ‘beat the living daylights’ out of Ciryl Gane as he offers eye-poke solution

After a terrible end to 2025 for Tom Aspinall, the UFC heavyweight champion has sent a vicious warning to Ciryl Gane ahead of 2026. In his first official undisputed UFC heavyweight title defense this past October, Tom Aspinall‘s fight against Ciryl Gane ended disastrously after he suffered a double eye-poke resulting in the fight ending.

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Arman Tsarukyan Adds $250,000+ Stakes for Shara Magomedeov With Bold Bet Before Grappling Match

UFC fans are leaving 2025 with one good matchup to watch out for, featuring lightweight star Arman Tsarukyan. The Armenian star is closing the year by headlining a grappling match at Hype FC by taking on none other than UFC’s middleweight prospect Shara Magomedov.

Ilia Topuria News / MMA on SI / December 29

Ilia Topuria shows off blistering hand speed as fans wait on UFC champ's return fight

UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria isn’t missing out on training sessions during his ongoing hiatus from the Octagon. A perfect 17-0 in his professional

Petr Yan News / MMA on SI / December 29

UFC Champion Petr Yan targets Sean O'Malley rematch for major UFC event in 2026

Petr Yan apparently wants to avenge his controversial loss to Sean O’Malley as part of the UFC’s planned White House event next year. Currently on a four-fight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Daniel Cormier reveals what he’d do differently against Jon Jones if he could relive their rematch

Daniel Cormier believes he was the root of his own downfall. Not many UFC fighters have been involved in rivalries as heated as Cormier’s feud with Jon Jones.

Tom Aspinall News / MMA on SI / December 29

UFC Champion Tom Aspinall shares grim medical update on eye injuries

UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall is still feeling the effects of the eye poke that brought his first title defense to a premature end at UFC 321.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Ex-UFC star mocks Joe Rogan for ‘really pretty girl’ remarks about 15-0 Dakota Ditcheva

A former UFC fighter has taken a shot at the promotion’s most legendary commentator. Joe Rogan recently heaped praise on PFL star Dakota Ditcheva during an episode of his popular podcast.

MMA News / MMA on SI / December 29

UFC star signs off on new fight offer just days after withdrawing from UFC 326

It looks Paulo Costa may already have his next fight all lined up even after reportedly withdrawing from UFC 326. We’re still several weeks away from the

Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

UFC star goes in on Arman Tsarukyan for ‘getting personal’ just days out from their title clash

Just days out from their title clash, UFC star Shara Magomedov has gone in on Arman Tsarukyan. After being continuously snubbed of a UFC lightweight title fight, Arman Tsarukyan made the decision to keep himself busy by competing in grappling.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29

Daniel Cormier Contradicts Dana White’s UFC PPVs Claim With Bold Take on Paramount Era

This year, the UFC’s monumental $7.7 billion deal with Paramount+ and CBS for seven years became the talk of the MMA world. Fans widely appreciated Dana White and Co.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Dana White urged to sign Conor McGregor’s teammate after KO win over heavyweight who had 7-1 UFC run

Fans are calling for the UFC to sign a two-weight champion after his latest win Conor McGregor famously held two titles at the same time during his legendary UFC career.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29

Daniel Cormier Signals What’s Next for UFC’s Paramount Era After ESPN Show With Chael Sonnen Ends

Throughout the years, there have been defining moments in the UFC’s history—whether it’s UFC 1, which introduced MMA with no weight classes, minimal rules, and a tournament format, or 2019, when the UFC’s deal with ESPN began.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29

Justin Gaethje Risks Dana White’s Punishment as He Nearly Puts UFC 324 at Risk

Justin Gaethje is less than a month away from facing Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324. This time, the stakes feel even higher for ‘The Highlight’, as he prepares to fight for an interim title once again after first winning the belt by defeating Tony Ferguson at UFC 249.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29

Daniel Cormier Only Fears One Man in Wrestling, It’s Not Jon Jones

For most MMA fans, the rivalry between Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones is UFC lore. They fought twice at the peak of their rivalry, and while Cormier lost both—officially one—his pedigree as a great wrestler was never questioned.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 29

UFC CEO Dana White Called Out on Popular Podcast for Sidelining Michael ‘Venom’ Page from Fighting

Michael ‘Venom’ Page is one of the most recognizable names on the UFC roster due to his flashy MMA career. Before joining the UFC, Page enjoyed a decorated Bellator run that built his reputation and established a loyal fanbase.

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Don Frye News / MMA Weekly / December 29

UFC legend Don Frye hospitalized with heart condition

MMA pioneer and UFC legend Don Frye was recently hospitalized due to a heart condition. "The Predator" was suffering from arrhythmia and could have died if it weren't for fellow MMA legend Gary Goodridge.

MMA News / FirstSportz / December 29

Islam Makhachev Rates Conor McGregor Levels Above Ilia Topuria in One Aspect

Ilia Topuria is undoubtedly one of the biggest names on the UFC roster, with consistent performances elevating his status among fans. The fighter first won the UFC featherweight championship and later moved up to become the lightweight champion.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 29

Tom Aspinall Signals Delay for Ciryl Gane Rematch in Latest Surgery Update

It’s been more than two months since the UFC 321 main event descended into chaos, yet clarity on a rematch remains elusive. Ciryl Gane’s accidental eye poke on Tom Aspinall during their October 24 clash in Abu Dhabi brought the bout to a premature halt.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 29

Makhachev Gives Topuria His Final Warning

Islam Makhachev has issued a warning to Ilia Topuria, making it clear that he will have to pay for his trash talk eventually. The pair have been linked with a fight, although they are currently at different weight classes.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Dana White’s tease of insane 2025 fight ‘no one will see coming’ didn’t come to fruition

At the end of 2024, Dana White teased fans with a huge fight claiming that no one would see it coming because of how big it was. With 2025 coming to an end, UFC fans are already looking forward to what 2026 may hold in the premier promotion, ahead of a new era in the sport.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

The UFC’s first few events of new $7.7 billion deal should concern fans

With the UFC now just under a month away from kicking off their new era with Paramount, fans are divided regarding their excitement. When the premier promotion announced their new $7.7 billion broadcast partnership with Paramount, the majority of UFC fans were extremely excited about the future.