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Ex-UFC champ was KO’d in 22 seconds to set up Fedor Emelianenko clash that was seen by over 4 million

Ex-UFC champ was KO’d in 22 seconds to set up Fedor Emelianenko clash that was seen by over 4 million

On this day in 2009, a statement performance earned a fighter one of the biggest matchups possible. UFC 324 may not have gone exactly how the promotion had planned but it was still a strong start to a new era.

Mario Bautista News / MMA Weekly / February 7

UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira live results

Tonight's UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira fight card takes place at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. The event is headlined by a bantamweight bout between No.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 7

Justin Gaethje welcomes Conor McGregor fight at the UFC White House

Justin Gaethje is hoping to compete for undisputed gold when the UFC White House card arrives in June. But if lightweight champion Ilia Topuria hasn't returned to the octagon following personal troubles, Gaethje is willing put his title unification dreams aside to entertain a fight against Conor McGregor.

Movsar Evloev News / EssentiallySports / February 7
UFC London’s Movsar Evloev Reveals Medical Reason Behind Pulling Out of Last Fight

UFC London’s Movsar Evloev Reveals Medical Reason Behind Pulling Out of Last Fight

Remember when Movsar Evloev was replaced by Lerone Murphy after the Russian pulled out of his scheduled fight? Evloev was slated to fight Aaron Pico at UFC Abu Dhabi last year.

MMA News / HITC / February 7
Former UFC star calls out ‘worst referee to ever exist’ for role in UFC 325 beating

Former UFC star calls out ‘worst referee to ever exist’ for role in UFC 325 beating

Benoit Saint-Denis delivered a punishing performance against Dan Hooker in the co-main event of UFC 325 just under a week ago. UFC 325 took place in Australia, with Alexander Volkanovski defending his title against Diego Lopes in the main event.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
Umar Nurmagomedov Questions Whether Sean O’Malley Will Ever Agree To Fight Him

Umar Nurmagomedov Questions Whether Sean O’Malley Will Ever Agree To Fight Him

In the UFC, one thing that is very common is fighters being reluctant to face a real threat. From Jon Jones never agreeing to fight Tom Aspinall to Arman Tsarukyan accusing Ilia Topuria of ducking, the list goes on.

Israel Adesanya News / Bloody Elbow / February 7
Israel Adesanya’s former UFC foe who went on to become a millionaire suffers third consecutive loss

Israel Adesanya’s former UFC foe who went on to become a millionaire suffers third consecutive loss

A fighter who hasn’t competed since September of 2024 earned a huge win on his return to the cage. On March 28, Israel Adesanya will look to rebound from his three-fight skid by earning his first victory since UFC 287 in 2023.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 7
Legendary UFC Champs Boldly Predict Usman Nurmagomedov’s Fate Against Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan

Legendary UFC Champs Boldly Predict Usman Nurmagomedov’s Fate Against Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan

Under the guidance of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the MMA world has seen many stars. And interestingly, many of those fighters are currently among the best in the world.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
UFC Featherweight Star Calls Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev 'Stupid Move'

UFC Featherweight Star Calls Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev 'Stupid Move'

There is no doubt that in the UFC right now, the one matchup everyone wants to see is Ilia Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev. Topuria has even said he is willing to move up to welterweight to fight the Dagestani.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
Arman Tsarukyan Calls For Charles Oliveira Rematch To Silence ‘Fluke’ Talk

Arman Tsarukyan Calls For Charles Oliveira Rematch To Silence ‘Fluke’ Talk

It really hurts when a fighter gives everything and wins an important fight, only for people to call it a fluke or an accident. This has happened to many fighters, including Israel Adesanya, Leon Edwards, and others.

Alexander Volkanovski News / Bloody Elbow / February 7
Alexander Volkanovski’s potential next challenger reveals he wasn’t sure he’d fight again last year

Alexander Volkanovski’s potential next challenger reveals he wasn’t sure he’d fight again last year

A fighter on the cusp of a title shot could have had his dream taken away from him in 2025. Nine ranked UFC fighters didn’t compete inside the Octagon last year, with several contenders among that list.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 7

UFC Fight Night Free Live Stream Results & Highlights for Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira

The first UFC Fight Night of the year takes place tonight (February 7) at the Meta APEX facility in Las Vegas, NV. The main event will see Vinicius Oliveira

Arman Tsarukyan News / EssentiallySports / February 7
Arman Tsarukyan Advised Against Making Bold Move to Capture UFC Title by His Russian ‘Friend’

Arman Tsarukyan Advised Against Making Bold Move to Capture UFC Title by His Russian ‘Friend’

Arman Tsarukyan has been all over the news lately. From taking shots at fighters to flaunting his luxurious lifestyle, his recent activities on social media have it all.

Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / February 7
Islam Makhachev’s manager reveals who is frontrunner to fight the UFC champion next as talks begin

Islam Makhachev’s manager reveals who is frontrunner to fight the UFC champion next as talks begin

Islam Makhachev has a lot of options in the welterweight division, but there is a clear frontrunner. Since beating Jack Della Maddalena to become the UFC welterweight champion late last year, Islam Makhachev has been inactive waiting for his next outing.

Mario Bautista News / MMA on SI / February 7

UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira Full Card, Odds, Start Time, Stream With P+

The UFC continues its fast-paced schedule with a return trip to Las Vegas for the third time in four weeks, but this time, the UFC Fight Night series begins its 2026 lineup with UFC Vegas 113 on Saturday night.

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Dana White News / HITC / February 7
Dana White’s UFC CEO role explained after comments on matchmaking and contracts

Dana White’s UFC CEO role explained after comments on matchmaking and contracts

Dana White has recently admitted something surprising about his current role at the UFC. White, 56, has been at the helm of MMA’s biggest promotion for a quarter of a century.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 7
Justin Gaethje would only consider one other fight than Ilia Topuria fight at the UFC White House

Justin Gaethje would only consider one other fight than Ilia Topuria fight at the UFC White House

After winning the UFC interim lightweight title a few weeks ago, Justin Gaethje has admitted that there is actually one other fight he would take next.

MMA News / HITC / February 7
Daniel Cormier recalls how a broken nose in sparring with Cain Velasquez changed his career path

Daniel Cormier recalls how a broken nose in sparring with Cain Velasquez changed his career path

Daniel Cormier can pinpoint the exact moment he got serious about mixed martial arts, and it’s not what you might expect. The future two-division champion was already a well-known figure in the sport, even before holding titles in both weight classes.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 7
UFC Takes Huge Step to Ensure Jon Jones Can Fight at the White House Event

UFC Takes Huge Step to Ensure Jon Jones Can Fight at the White House Event

The UFC guards information like it’s classified intel, making the fans do all the tedious guesswork. And Jon Jones’ recent drug test fits that pattern perfectly.

Alexander Volkanovski News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
'They Start Playing Like God' — Featherweight Star Explains Why Alexander Volkanovski Is Different

'They Start Playing Like God' — Featherweight Star Explains Why Alexander Volkanovski Is Different

The entire MMA community is praising Alexander Volkanovski for fighting and defending his title at 37. Meanwhile, the featherweight star Movsar Evloev shows respect to Volkanovski for acknowledging true contenders and, despite staying at the very top, staying humble.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
Justin Gaethje Drops Brutally Honest Retirement Talk Before Possible Ilia Topuria Showdown

Justin Gaethje Drops Brutally Honest Retirement Talk Before Possible Ilia Topuria Showdown

Justin Gaethje wants to walk the same path as the featherweight legend Alexander Volkanovski. The Australian fighter is delivering prime-like performances at 37, and Gaethje is aiming to do the same.

Nick Diaz News / BoxingNews.com / February 7

Nick Diaz Wants UFC World Title – ‘People Are Going To See’

Nick Diaz confirmed he is not only sober but planning a return to the Octagon, with a view to becoming a world champion.  The 42-year-old, who spent much of 2025 in a recovery program in Mexico, made the comments after multiple fight cancellations in 2024.

MMA News / NY Fights / February 7
Former BMF Champion Rips Herb Dean, Labels Him the Worst MMA Referee Ever

Former BMF Champion Rips Herb Dean, Labels Him the Worst MMA Referee Ever

The UFC has long been plagued by controversial officiating, with Dana White previously calling out referees such as Mario Yamasaki and Steve Mazzagatti for what he viewed as dangerous and career-shortening mistakes inside the Octagon.

Michael Chandler News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Michael Chandler Wants The BMF Title

Michael Chandler Wants The BMF Title

Michael Chandler is betting on himself to be part of the UFC’s historic White House event. He’s not losing sleep over who ends up across the octagon from him.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 6
Chuck Liddell Reflects On Wear and

Chuck Liddell Reflects On Wear and

Chuck Liddell understands why fans worry about his health but he’s pushing back on the idea that fighting alone explains the changes people think they see.

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