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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).

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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 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 / MMA on SI / September 16

UFC 322 books showdown between seasoned veteran and returning prospect

UFC 322 is taking shape with reports of a banger middleweight matchup being added to the card. The November 15 PPV, taking place at Madison Square Garden in New York, is headlined by the highly anticipated welterweight title fight between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / September 16

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.

Khabib Nurmagomedov News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Khabib Nurmagomedov names his 3 favorite fighters and admits meeting them was ‘very emotional’ for him

Khabib Nurmagomedov revealed which three fighters he liked to watch the most when coming up in the sport. While Joe Rogan has disputed Nurmagomedov’s undefeated status, the former UFC lightweight champion has still left behind an incredible legacy.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 16

UFC title hopeful dismisses Diego Lopes' case for Alexander Volkanovski rematch

Lerone Murphy doesn’t believe that Diego Lopes’ performance at Noche UFC was enough to change the title picture at 145 lbs. Taking place on the same night

Brendan Allen News / Dice City Sports / September 16

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+.

Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Anthony Hernandez thanks former rival in statement after withdrawing from title eliminator to face Khamzat Chimaev

Anthony Hernandez spoke after missing out on the biggest fight of his career to date. We still don’t know who will be the first middleweight to challenge Khamzat Chimaev for the title.

Cain Velasquez News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Cain Velasquez had one eye on Brock Lesnar when he knocked out a legend at UFC’s Australia debut

Cain Velasquez was preparing for his fight against Brock Lesnar, even when he was training to face another UFC Heavyweight legend. The two-time UFC Heavyweight champion took on Brock Lesnar in one of the great fights in UFC history back in October 2010.

Jean Silva News / Total Apex Sports / September 16

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.

Carlos Ulberg News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Who is Carlos Ulberg? Meet the Kiwi fighter headlining UFC Perth

Carlos Ulberg could be the next UFC Light Heavyweight champion if he continues his impressive streak at 205 lbs. The New Zealand-born fighter is on an eight-fight winning streak, impressive in his career so far, with some huge knockout wins.

Alexander Volkanovski News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Top 5 Australian MMA fighters ranked including Alexander Volkanovski and the UFC Welterweight champion

As the UFC returns to Perth, a number of fighters will be hoping to etch their name in the history of Australian MMA. The country down under has regularly punched above its weight class, producing some of the most impressive UFC Champions in history.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

PFL MENA 3 preview, start time, full fight card for the MENA Tournament semi-finals

The Professional Fighters League returns to Saudi Arabia to continue its MENA tournament in the Middle East. The PFL’s Middle East and North Africa tournament continues for the third event this year, with the competition kicking off back in May with a host of first-round fights in Jeddah.

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Conor McGregor News / BoxingNews.com / September 16

Is McGregor’s UFC Return Inevitable?

Conor McGregor’s move into Irish politics has come to an end, as he said he will no longer pursue the Irish Presidency, making a UFC return more likely.

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.

Aljamain Sterling News / Bloody Elbow / September 16

Coach says Aljamain Sterling ‘one million percent’ deserves UFC title shot: ‘Basically hasn’t lost’

Aljamain Sterling has a case for UFC gold. Very few UFC fighters have been able to crack the top 5 of two different divisions and Aljamain Sterling is one of them.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 15

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.

Reinier de Ridder News / Empire Sports Media / September 15

UFC Vancouver gets new main event as Brendan Allen steps in to face Reinier De Ridder

UFC Vancouver goes down on October 18th and today, we learned that there will be a new main event. The promotion announced that Brendan Allen (25-7) would be stepping in to face Reinier De Ridder (21-2) in the main event.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / September 15

Fighting Nerds Suffer Triple Setback, but Promise To Bounce Back

The Fighting Nerds have built their reputation on playful charisma, rapid success, and a new-wave Brazilian energy that endeared them to fans worldwide.

MMA News / Yardbarker / September 14

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