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On YouTubeSean Strickland claims Khamzat Chimaev is ruining UFC middleweight division with inactivity
Sean Strickland has accused Khamzat Chimaev of weakening the UFC middleweight division through prolonged inactivity. The former UFC middleweight champion made the remarks while addressing the current landscape at 185 pounds and the repeated gaps between Chimaev’s fights.
Nate Diaz apologizes to Charles Oliveira for Max Holloway ‘slap’ comments
Nate Diaz has publicly apologised after clarifying that his controversial slap comments were aimed at Charles Oliveira, not Max Holloway. The former UFC star initially discussed a potential bout with Max Holloway at a proposed White House event during an interview.
Dustin Poirier News / BoxingNews.com / February 13
Poirier Teases A Comeback After Training Return
Dustin Poirier is back in full training at American Top Team (ATT), just seven months after his retirement at UFC 318. The former interim lightweight champion originally bid farewell to the Octagon last July in New Orleans following a BMF title defeat to Max Holloway in their trilogy.
Israel Adesanya News / Total Pro Sports / February 13
'He’s Already Done It All' — Ex-Champion Weighs in on Israel Adesanya’s Legacy
Not just for his quirky fighting style, Israel Adesanya has great mic skills, which made him one of the biggest UFC stars. Currently, he is not having a great time in the UFC as he is on a three-fight losing streak, but former UFC champion Dricus du Plessis says that Adesanya has nothing to prove.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Dricus Du Plessis details plan to reclaim belt from Khamzat Chimaev: ‘I’ll be ready for April’
Former UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis is hoping to somehow reclaim a rematch against Khamzat Chimaev in April. The pair of UFC middleweights clashed for the title back in August last year when Khamzat Chimaev dominated the South African for five rounds to become the new champion.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Total Pro Sports / February 13
Dricus du Plessis Sends Chilling Message to Khamzat Chimaev Over Rematch Strategy
The tension between Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev refuses to cool down. With a potential rematch looming over the UFC middleweight division, du Plessis has made it crystal clear that he expects no surprises from his rival — and if there are any, it could spell disaster for Chimaev.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 13
Tom Aspinall Threatens to Leave UFC After Dana White’s Post-Surgery Demand: Insider
Tom Aspinall’s recovery was supposed to be the story. Instead, the noise around his future just got louder. After UFC 321 ended in chaos when an eye poke left Aspinall unable to continue against Ciryl Gane, the heavyweight champion is still in medical limbo.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 12
Suspended TUF Winner Axed as UFC Continues Firing Spree
The UFC’s recent roster purge isn’t subtle anymore. And Mohammed Usman just became the latest name to fall through the cracks. The former Ultimate Fighter winner and brother of ex-welterweight champion Kamaru Usman has officially been removed from the promotion.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 12
Alex Pereira Teases Heavyweight Move After Tom Aspinall Surgery Shakes Division
Alex Pereira isn’t known for vague noise. When he posts something online, it usually means something is moving behind the scenes. Four months after stopping Magomed Ankalaev in their rematch at UFC 320 to reclaim the light heavyweight title, ‘Poatan’ has been quiet about his next step.
Alex Pereira News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Alex Pereira teases UFC heavyweight move is on after months of talks
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has been hoping for a move to heavyweight for some months now. Last October, ‘Poatan’ took on Magomed Ankalaev in an immediate rematch of their UFC 313 main event, and this time, he toppled the Russian with his elite striking to reclaim the light heavyweight title.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Charles Oliveira’s ‘hunger’ questioned ahead of UFC 326 fight against motivated Max Holloway
UFC legend Frankie Edgar has some worries about Charles Oliveira’s mindset. The Brazilian ex-champion will make his return in the main event of UFC 326 in Las Vegas on March 7.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Nate Diaz predicts Max Holloway win at UFC 326, calls for BMF title fight at White House
Nate Diaz believes Max Holloway will successfully defend his BMF title against Charles Oliveira, setting up for a perfect return in June. This March 7, Max Holloway looks to become the first fighter to successfully defend the BMF title when he takes on Charles Oliveira in the UFC 326 main event.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Joe Rogan explains why Georges St-Pierre’s career is the ‘best-case scenario’ for UFC fighters
Not many have the kind of clean exit from MMA that Georges St-Pierre did. The legendary former UFC middleweight and welterweight champion is a leading candidate for the greatest-of-all-time status in mixed martial arts.
Valter Walker News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Valter Walker and Zion Clark separated after physical scuffle at Karate Combat face-off
During the Karate Combat 59 face-offs, Zion Clark pounced on Valter Walker, sparking a scuffle between the two competitors. The pair will grapple against each other on the Karate Combat 59 event scheduled to take place this coming Friday from Miami, Florida.
Israel Adesanya News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Dricus du Plessis praises Israel Adesanya for ‘putting his reputation on the line’ at UFC Seattle
Israel Adesanya has received praise from one of his old rivals ahead of UFC Seattle. The former two-time middleweight champion will face Joe Pyfer in Washington on March 28.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 12
Ilia Topuria’s coach makes a ‘100%’ guarantee about his fight against Justin Gaethje
Ilia Topuria’s team is not short on confidence ahead of the champion’s return. The UFC lightweight king has not been in action since last June, when he became the tenth fighter to achieve two-division supremacy.
Jailton Almeida News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 12
UFC cuts Jailton Almeida after disastrous UFC Vegas 113 performance
The UFC has released heavyweight contender Jailton Almeida following his heavily criticized showing at UFC Vegas 113 last week, bringing an abrupt end to the Brazilian’s promotional tenure despite recently signing a new contract extension.
Ilia Topuria News / HITC / February 12
Shara Magomedov casts doubt over Ilia Topuria’s perfect 17-0 record
Not everyone is sold on Ilia Topuria’s flawless UFC record. The UFC lightweight champion has torn through two divisions on his way to the top, with his current three-fight run among the most impressive in UFC history.
Jon Jones News / HITC / February 12
Rival defends Jon Jones’ drug record after Khabib coach rules him out of GOAT Race
Chael Sonnen isn’t letting Jon Jones’ failed drug tests get in the way of calling him the greatest. The former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion is often put forward as the leading GOAT candidate due to his remarkable record inside the Octagon.
UFC Fight Night Adds Fan-Friendly Bout Featuring Highly-Anticipated UFC Debut
The UFC Fight Night event scheduled for April 4 just got a major boost with the addition of a highly-anticipated UFC debut. Following back-to-back numbered events to kick off 2026 and the promotion’s new partnership with Paramount, the UFC returned home to the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, NV for the first UFC Fight Night event of the year.
Colby Covington candidly addresses Conor McGregor speculation over White House fight
Colby Covington does not think he will be the one facing Conor McGregor in his return to the Octagon. McGregor has not stepped into the cage since suffering a leg break in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 back in July 2021.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 12
Islam Makhachev welcomes Ilia Topuria fight at UFC White House
Islam Makhachev has once again stated an interest in facing Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House. Since the announcement of the White House card, there has been much speculation as to who will be selected to represent the company on the grandest stage of all.
UFC Shockingly Cuts Top-Ranked Heavyweight Star After UFC Fight Night Loss
One of the UFC’s top-ranked heavyweight contenders has been cut from the promotion following back-to-back losses. Currently on an off week before heading
Jon Jones News / Dice City Sports / February 11
Jon Jones: 'I Think I Could Be Done'
Jon Jones may have already fought his final fight even if he hasn’t fully admitted it yet. The former two-division UFC champion officially notified the Ultimate Fighting Championship of his retirement this past June, a move that elevated interim champion Tom Aspinall to undisputed heavyweight king.
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