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Khabib Nurmagomedov responds after being accused of blocking former UFC champion on social media

Khabib Nurmagomedov has disputed the former UFC star’s claim that he blocked him on social media. Former UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov has a busy weekend coming up as one of his star students, Usman Nurmagomedov defends his PFL lightweight title.

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The UFC title loss Nick Diaz never accepted still shapes his career

Fourteen years have passed since Nick Diaz felt he was denied his shot at the UFC title. The Stockton native has long been a favourite among fans, not just in the UFC but across the whole MMA landscape.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Ex-title challenger wants to alter UFC’s plan for Valentina Shevchenko with proposition to Dana White

UFC 324 determined who would challenge Valentina Shevchenko next — or did it? Natalia Silva defeated Rose Namajunas at the very first UFC event of the new year and of the Paramount era.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 6

UFC Vegas 113 weigh-in results: Four fighters miss weight

The fighters competing on Saturday's UFC Vegas 113: Bautista vs. Oliveira fight card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas officially weighed in on Friday and it was a tough morning on the scales.

Dana White News / HITC / February 6

UFC fighter branded a ‘moron’ by Dana White unsure about competing again

Retirement plans have already been made by one of the UFC roster’s most unique personalities. Dana White’s admission that he hoped one particular fighter would lose a 2025 bout got fans buzzing with speculation about who he meant.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6

UFC Vegas 113 Main Eventer Reveals Importance of Umar Nurmagomedov Breaking His Eight-Fight Win Streak

Setbacks can sting, and losing after an eight-fight win streak makes the blow even sharper. UFC’s rising bantamweight star and No. 9 contender Mario Bautista experienced this last year when Umar Nurmagomedov ended his streak at UFC 321.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

Justin Gaethje Hints UFC Champ Ilia Topuria Fight Could Be His Final Bow

Justin Gaethje just shut down Paddy Pimblett and his talk at UFC 324 and became the UFC lightweight interim champion, while Ilia Topuria has sidelined himself due to personal life turmoil.

Georges St-Pierre News / HITC / February 6

Georges St-Pierre suggests one UFC champion is on course to surpass him as the GOAT

A new candidate could join the contentious MMA’s ‘greatest of all time’ discussion, according to GSP. Georges St-Pierre, who held belts in both the welterweight and middleweight divisions, is often mentioned alongside Jon Jones and Anderson Silva when it comes to the sport’s elite.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

Mario Bautista Calls Umar Nurmagomedov’s Loss the Wake-Up Call He Needed

There is a saying, “Losing teaches more than winning does.” For any athlete in the world, this is truer than anything else. In UFC, it matters even more.

Jon Jones News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'The Octagon Was Shaking': Daniel Cormier Recalls The Madness Of The Jon Jones Rematch

There is no doubt that Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones have one of the biggest rivalries in UFC history. Meanwhile, DC described the intensity of fighting Jones in Anaheim during their 2017 rematch.

Dana White News / HITC / February 6

Dana White feared UFC star could ‘die’ after absorbing 445 strikes in historic fight

Max Holloway produced one of the most dominant performances in UFC history — but the aftermath left the promotion’s president deeply concerned. Five years ago today, Max Holloway delivered what many regard as the most lopsided performance the UFC has ever seen.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / February 6

PFL Road to Dubai weigh-in results – Nurmagomedov vs. Davis

DUBAI, UAE (FEBRUARY 6, 2026) – Following today’s official weigh-ins, the stage is set for PFL Road to Dubai at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, UAE, on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Hunter Campbell News / HITC / February 6

Everything we learned from Hunter Campbell’s testimony during UFC’s antitrust hearing

Hunter Campbell’s testimony in the UFC’s ongoing antitrust lawsuit gave one of the clearest looks yet into how the organisation operates behind closed doors.

Yoel Romero News / HITC / February 6

Yoel Romero set to clash with 30-1-1 star once suspended for after-bell incident

At 48, the ‘Soldier of God’ shows no signs of stepping away from the sport just yet. Last month, at RAF 5 in Sunrise, Florida, Yoel Romero experienced his first defeat since 2023.

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Jorge Masvidal News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Jorge Masvidal Calls Veteran Referee the ‘Worst Ever’ After UFC 325 Blunder

UFC 325 may be over, but the controversy surrounding the event continues to grow. For starters, the Australia card, headlined by Volkanovski vs. Lopes, ran into multiple issues and made headlines for the wrong reasons.

Chuck Liddell News / HITC / February 6

Chuck Liddell addresses brain damage concerns, explains what’s behind his speech change

Chuck Liddell has spoken out about concerns raised by MMA fans over his health. The former UFC light heavyweight champion, who holds a 21-9 professional record, took on some of the biggest names in the sport during his career.

Mario Bautista News / MMA on SI / February 6

UFC Fight Night: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira Full Card Picks & Predictions

The first UFC Fight Night of 2026 takes place this Saturday (February 7), and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.

Jon Jones News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Despite needing hip replacement, Jon Jones willing to fight at the White House

A clip of former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones discussing his health and fighting future went viral on Thursday. A lifetime of combat sports has taken its toll on Jones' body.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Gillian Robertson will call for title shot with win over Amanda Lemos

Rising women's strawweight contender Gillian Robertson has been having problems getting an opponent that makes it to the octagon. "Savage" was scheduled to face Iasmin Lucindo at UFC on ESPN 73 in December but Lucindo was forced out of the bout due to an undisclosed injury.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6

Dustin Jacoby vs. Julius Walker prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

The UFC Vegas 113 Main Card will get underway as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for the opening bout in the Light Heavyweight (205) Division.

Bruna Brasil News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 6

Bruna Brasil vs. Ketlen Souza prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

It’s time for another betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 113 as we take a look at this next bout in the Strawweight (115) Division. Fellow Brazilians will meet in the octagon as Bruna Brasil takes on Ketlen Souza in a close fight on the betting lines.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Wang Cong vs. Eduarda Moura prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the prelims with a bout between Wang Cong and Eduarda Moura in the flyweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / February 5

3 Featherweight Fights The UFC Must Book In 2026 After Movsar Evloev-Lerone Murphy

The UFC has its next featherweight title eliminator set. On Tuesday, the promotion confirmed that its London card next month would be headlined by British hero Lerone Murphy fighting Movsar Evloev.