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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 20
Islam Makhachev laughs off suggestion Ian Machado Garry feud could live up to Khabib vs Conor McGregor
A familiar battle could serve as Islam Makhachev’s first welterweight title defense. Since Makhachev beat Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to become the eleventh two-division champion in the promotion’s history, several fighters have been staking their claims for the first shot at dethroning him.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 20
Former champion gives UFC Houston main event prediction
A middleweight clash between former champion Sean Strickland (29-7) and red hot rising contender Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez (14-2, 1 NC) headlines Saturday's UFC Houston fight card.
Islam Makhachev Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Knockout Threat at 170 Pounds
While Ilia Topuria has captured UFC gold at both featherweight and lightweight thanks to his explosive knockout power, Islam Makhachev isn’t convinced that the same punching threat would carry over to welterweight.
Alex Pereira Rallies Behind Tom Aspinall Amid Ongoing Eye Injury Skepticism
While much of the MMA world continues to question whether Tom Aspinall has exaggerated or even fabricated the severity of his eye injury, Alex Pereira isn’t buying into the skepticism.
Amanda Nunes Fires Back at Sean Strickland Over Women’s MMA Tirade
Sean Strickland’s famously unfiltered atomic mouth was in full force at the UFC Houston press conference, where the former middleweight champion launched into a controversial tirade targeting women’s MMA.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
Daily Roundup: Alex Pereira defends Tom Aspinall, Amanda Nunes vs Sean Strickland and more MMA news
Welcome to Bloody Elbow’s daily round-up of combat sports news as another week of controversy draws to a close. This is your one-stop shop for the top five stories from February 19, 2026.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 20
Vacant Light Heavyweight Title Fight Emerges for UFC 327 Amid Alex Pereira Heavyweight Rumors: Report
Alex Pereira is getting what he wanted. Well, he could, if all goes well. The Brazilian defeated Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in October to win back his UFC light heavyweight title.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 19
Alex Pereira Teases Next Fight Announcement as Jon Jones UFC White House Rumors Swirl
Last year at UFC 320, Alex Pereira dominated Magomed Ankalaev in just 80 seconds during their rematch, reclaiming his light heavyweight title. But for
MMA News / Field Level Media / February 19
Report: Lightweight clash added to UFC 326 card
UFC 326 has added a lightweight fight between Drew Dober and Michael Johnson to the March 7 card in Las Vegas, according to a report by MMAJunkie.com. Max Holloway will face Charles Oliveira in the main event at T-Mobile Arena in a highly anticipated rematch 10-plus years in the making.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
‘Don’t cry’: Amanda Nunes fires back at Sean Strickland’s sexist comment about women’s MMA
Sean Strickland’s rant about women’s MMA has caught the attention of former UFC double champion Amanda Nunes. Ahead of his return to the UFC following a six-month suspension for rushing the cage and throwing punches at his teammate’s opponent, Sean Strickland has once again been making headlines for the wrong reasons.
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
Islam Makhachev urges teammates to adopt more aggressive fighting styles to avoid UFC roster cuts
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has warned his teammates that they need to adjust their fight styles to avoid being axed from the UFC. Over the past few years, Dagestani fighters have received a lot of criticism from the MMA fanbase because of their unique fight styles.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
Jon Jones vs Daniel Cormier 3 predicted by RAF co-founder: ‘Don’t think he can beat Jon at anything’
Daniel Cormier sees a path to victory over Jon Jones. Talk of the two bitter rivals completing their trilogy away from the UFC Octagon was sparked this year by the renewal of hostilities on a reality show.
Sean Strickland News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez continues with the main event bout between Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez in the middleweight division on Saturday.
Geoff Neal News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Geoff Neal vs. Uros Medic prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston continues with Main Card action from Toyota Center as we bring you our betting prediction and pick for this Co-Main Event in the Welterweight (170) Division.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Dan Ige vs. Melquizael Costa prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston is reaching a fever pitch as we bring you another betting prediction and pick for this next Main Card bout in the Featherweight (145) Division.
Michel Pereira News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Zach Reese vs. Michel Pereira prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
We’re back with another betting prediction and pick as the UFC Houston Main Card gets underway with this opening bout in the Middleweight (185) Division.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Chidi Njokuani vs. Carlos Leal prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez continues on the prelims with a bout between Chidi Njokuani and Carlos Leal in the welterweight division on Saturday.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Ode Osbourne vs. Alibi Idiris prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
The UFC Houston Prelims continue from the Toyota Center as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this next bout in the Flyweight (125) Division.
Joselyne Edwards News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Nora Cornolle vs. Joselyne Edwards prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for the UFC Houston Prelims as we take a look at this next bout in the Women’s Bantamweight (135) Division.
Ex-UFC Champ Ronda Rousey Reveals UFC CEO Dana White's Side of Gina Carano Fight
Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey returns to MMA May 16 vs. women's MMA pioneer-turned-Hollywood actress Gina Carano May 16th. For the first time in over a decade, however, Rousey won't be competing under the UFC banner.
Islam Makhachev identifies a more ‘dangerous’ puncher than Ilia Topuria at welterweight
The reigning welterweight champion is not convinced that Ilia Topuria’s power will carry over into the higher weight class. Since making his name in the featherweight division, Topuria has been open about his ambition to achieve something no one else has done in the UFC.
Daniel Cormier speaks out on Tom Aspinall’s ‘cheater’ view of Ciryl Gane
Daniel Cormier has come to the defence of Ciryl Gane. Ever since that controversial night at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi last October, the French fighter’s style has been a talking point.
Jordan Leavitt News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Jordan Leavitt vs. Yadier del Valle prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston: Sean Strickland vs. Anthony Hernandez continues on the prelims with a bout between Jordan Leavitt and Yadier del Valle in the featherweight division on Saturday.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 17
Dana White Says White House Card Is Built, Meeting With President Trump Set to Finalize Plans
LAS VEGAS — The UFC’s ambitious White House event is no longer just a concept.According to UFC CEO Dana White, the fight card itself has already been assembled.
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