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This Saturday, the PFL has its final big event of 2025 in Lyon, France. In the main event, Vadim Nemkov and Renan Ferreira compete for the inaugural heavyweight title.

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Dana White faces vital decision as UFC could sign another Khabib-trained contender in 2026

One of the top fighters outside the UFC could hit free agency by the end of next year. Early 2026 is set to focus on Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett’s fight for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324, with Ilia Topuria still sidelined.

MMA News / HITC / December 12

Dan Hardy pours cold water on Dakota Ditcheva UFC speculation

There’s been plenty of discussion lately about how the UFC might be able to bring in a top fighter who isn’t currently on their roster. Over the past year, we’ve seen several fighters from Bellator and PFL make their way into the Octagon, with mixed results.

Arman Tsarukyan News / HITC / December 12

Arman Tsarukyan signs on to face highly rated lightweight from outside the UFC

Top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan is set to compete twice in the space of two weeks, despite ongoing uncertainty around his UFC future. With Tsarukyan left without a clear path to a title shot after the UFC opted for Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje to fight for the interim belt, fans have been wondering what his next move would be.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 12

Daniel Cormier Urges Dana White to Make Major Arman Tsarukyan Move After UFC 324 Backlash

UFC 324 was supposed to be an exciting start to the Paramount+ era, but instead, it was met with outrage centered on one name missing from the marquee.

Dan Hooker News / FirstSportz / December 12

Dan Hooker Ready to Shatter Dreams of Upcoming Talents After Accepting Role in Lightweight Roster

The UFC lightweight division experienced dramatic shifts in 2025, featuring a newly crowned champion and surging contenders. Fresh rivalries and unpredictable stylistic clashes have kept audiences invested throughout the year.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

UFC could sign another Khabib Nurmagomedov protege in 2026 if Dana White agrees to key condition

One of the best names competing outside the UFC could be a free agent at the end of next year. The focus of the lightweight division at the start of 2026 will be Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, as the pair duke it out for an interim title in champion Ilia Topuria’s absence.

Dan Hardy News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

PFL’s Dan Hardy says ‘you’d laugh’ at the names he’s heard in regards to a UFC trade for one star

In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about how the UFC could sign a top fighter that isn’t on their roster. We’ve seen several former Bellator and PFL stars make the switch to compete inside the Octagon with mixed results.

Henry Cejudo News / Bloody Elbow / December 12

Henry Cejudo plots surprising new career after ending legendary career for good at UFC 323

Henry Cejudo is settling into truly retired life after finally ending his legendary career last Saturday in Las Vegas. The former two-weight UFC champion is one of the greatest combat athletes of all time, winning Olympic gold at the 2008 games before transitioning to MMA.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Pimblett Says He Will Stop Gaethje – Is It Realistic?

Paddy Pimblett predicts he will stop Justin Gaethje in their UFC Interim Lightweight Title fight in the main event at UFC 324 on January 24. Pimblett enters the fight with a 7-0 professional record, having shown an ability to secure finishes.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Khabib Nurmagomedov Warned Islam Makhachev About White House Fight

This year, Islam Makhachev cemented his legacy as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. After vacating his lightweight title, he dominated welterweight

Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Arman Tsarukyan takes another match as he’s booked to face one of the best lightweights outside UFC

The top UFC lightweight contender will compete twice in two weeks. Arman Tsarukyan is in a period of uncertainty when it comes to his UFC career, but that won’t be stopping fans from seeing the Armenian star in action.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Dana White Gives Clear Verdict on Francis Ngannou’s UFC Return After His White House Demand

The heated saga between Francis Ngannou and Dana White shows no signs of ending. Just last month, UFC CEO grabbed headlines by calling the former heavyweight champion “not a good guy.” On the Flagrant podcast, White claimed that Ngannou once physically assaulted him in his office after the promotion withheld a bonus.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 12

Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the main card with the main event fight between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape in the Flyweight Division on Saturday.

Giga Chikadze News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 12

Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The time has come for the UFC Vegas 112 Co-Main Event as we’ll see a high-stakes matchup in the Featherweight (145) Division. No. 15-ranked Giga Chikadze of Georgia will take on Argentina’s rising Kevin Vallejos in a striking delight for all MMA fans.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 12

Melquizael Costa vs. Morgan Charriere prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The UFC Vegas 112 Main Card is heating up as we’re back to bring you a betting prediction and pick for this high-level tilt in the Featherweight (145) Division.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Justin Gaethje Teases Surprise Grappling Plan for Paddy Pimblett: 'Maybe I’ll Sub Him'

Justin Gaethje may be the most reliable bonus-hunter in UFC history, but ahead of UFC 324 he’s hinting at a twist that nobody saw coming. “The Highlight” returns on Jan.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11

Cesar Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the main card with a fight between Cesar Almeida and Cezary Oleksiejczuk in the Middleweight Division on Saturday.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11

Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcus Buchecha prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The UFC Vegas 112 Main Card continues to roll from the UFC Apex as we’ll see another tilt in the Heavyweight Division highlight our action. Nigeria’s Kennedy Nzechukwu will take on Brazil’s Marcus Buchecha in one of the more intriguing fights of the night.

Amanda Lemos News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11

Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The Featured Prelim bout of UFC Vegas 112 is here to cap-off the action as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this bout in the Women’s Strawweight (115) Division.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Dan Hooker Vows to Save Arman Tsarukyan Again After Dana White and Ilia Topuria Shut All Doors

At UFC Qatar, Dan Hooker welcomed Arman Tsarukyan at the main event, breaking the Armenian’s year-long hiatus from the sport. Even though ‘Ahalkalakets’

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch

UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski understands why many were surprised when the UFC announced that he would defend his title in a rematch with Diego Lopes at UFC 325 including the champion himself.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card

The UFC’s first international event of 2026 continues to take shape, with multiple high-profile lightweight matchups added to UFC 325, scheduled for January 31 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney and streaming globally on Paramount+.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 10

UFC Fight Night – Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape: Preview & Betting Tips

The flyweight division gives us an explosive matchup as Brandon Royval meets Manel Kape in the main event at UFC Fight Night on Saturday. Royval (17-8) has carved out a reputation as one of the most chaotic, creative, and dangerous flyweights in the UFC.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7