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

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’

Justin Gaethje News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Justin Gaethje hints at new UFC retirement timeline after his career survived title shot ultimatum

Fans have a limited amount of Justin Gaethje fights left to enjoy. The popular American has his next assignment set, and it will be among the biggest of his career inside the UFC Octagon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Islam Makhachev reveals potential reason why Khabib Nurmagomedov shut down January UFC return

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s team is changing its approach. This calendar year has ended successfully for Dagestan MMA, with Islam Makhachev cementing himself as the eleventh fighter to achieve two-division glory in the UFC.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Francis Ngannou could become an MMA free agent in 2026. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been under the PFL banner since 2022, having joined the promotion after a lengthy contractual dispute with Dana White’s organization concluded with the Cameroonian’s exit.

Brandon Moreno News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Brandon Moreno reportedly books quick turnaround after complaining about an early stoppage at UFC 323

The former UFC flyweight champion seemingly doesn’t want to wait long before returning. Moreno believed that he could earn a title shot after beating Steve Erceg earlier this year to record back-to-back wins inside the Octagon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
6ft 8in giant stunned fans by doing one thing after he KO’d the first man to beat Tom Aspinall

6ft 8in giant stunned fans by doing one thing after he KO’d the first man to beat Tom Aspinall

Renan Ferreira proved he was more than just a vicious knockout artist in August 2021.  The 6ft 8in Brazilian squared off against Stuart Austin on the undercard of a PFL event in Hollywood, Florida.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11
Dana White vowed to never give fans control again after they ‘blew’ chance to prove the UFC wrong

Dana White vowed to never give fans control again after they ‘blew’ chance to prove the UFC wrong

On this day in 2010, Dana White regretted his decision to give the fans more power. White recently announced that he’s signed a five-year contract extension to remain the UFC’s CEO and president.

Melissa Croden News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Luana Santos vs. Melissa Croden prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Luana Santos vs. Melissa Croden prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape continues on the prelims with a fight between Luana Santos and Melissa Croden in the Women’s Bantamweight Division on Saturday.

MMA News / HITC / December 11
Justin Gaethje outlines shock scenario that leaves out a unification bout with Ilia Topuria

Justin Gaethje outlines shock scenario that leaves out a unification bout with Ilia Topuria

Before his interim lightweight title fight, Justin Gaethje explained how he might end up missing a matchup with Ilia Topuria without ever meaning to. Topuria, the reigning lightweight champion, recently stepped away from MMA for some months to handle some personal issues.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Allen Frye Jr. vs. Guilherme Pat prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Allen Frye Jr. vs. Guilherme Pat prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

The UFC Vegas 112 Prelims continue to roll as we’re set to bring you a betting prediction and pick for this upcoming bout in the Heavyweight Division. Allen Frye Jr. of North Carolina takes on Brazil’s Guilherme Pat as both fighters make their promotional debuts.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 11
Jamey-Lyn Horth vs. Tereza Bleda prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

Jamey-Lyn Horth vs. Tereza Bleda prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 112

UFC Vegas 112: Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape kicks off the prelims with a fight between Jamey-Lyn Horth and Tereza Bleda in the Women’s Flyweight Division on Saturday.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Islam Makhachev Pushes for Kamaru Usman Title Defense Despite Backlash

Islam Makhachev Pushes for Kamaru Usman Title Defense Despite Backlash

Newly crowned UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev isn’t backing down from his preferred choice for his first title defense even as fans and analysts continue to criticize the matchup.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Francis Ngannou Shrugs Off Dana White’s Accusations: 'I Just Want Peace'

Francis Ngannou Shrugs Off Dana White’s Accusations: 'I Just Want Peace'

Francis Ngannou isn’t interested in revisiting old battles especially not with UFC CEO Dana White. Weeks after White accused the former UFC heavyweight

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Justin Gaethje admits having ‘issues’ in the past that play into Paddy Pimblett’s biggest strength

Many believe that each man holds a distinct advantage in the main event of UFC 324. Justin Gaethje has big plans in mind ahead of his return next month after previously suggesting that he’d retire if he didn’t get a title shot.

Michael Bisping News / HITC / December 11
Michael Bisping reveals why his son’s MMA debut left him just as stunned as everyone else

Michael Bisping reveals why his son’s MMA debut left him just as stunned as everyone else

Michael Bisping had no idea his son was about to step into the cage for his first amateur MMA fight last weekend. Throughout his UFC career, Bisping became known for his relentless drive and willingness to face any opponent.

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MMA News / FirstSportz / December 11
Watch: Francis Ngannou’s Reaction Responding to Dana White’s ‘Physical Attack’ Accusation Goes Viral

Watch: Francis Ngannou’s Reaction Responding to Dana White’s ‘Physical Attack’ Accusation Goes Viral

The dispute between Francis Ngannou and Dana White has always drawn attention within mixed martial arts circles. Allegations of a physical altercation between the former UFC heavyweight champion and the UFC CEO have resurfaced.

MMA News / HITC / December 11
Joe Rogan’s verdict on Khamzat Chimaev at 205 lbs after he called out Alex Pereira

Joe Rogan’s verdict on Khamzat Chimaev at 205 lbs after he called out Alex Pereira

Joe Rogan thinks Khamzat Chimaev could hold his own in the UFC’s light heavyweight division. The current middleweight champion began his career at welterweight before moving up to compete at 185 pounds.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Francis Ngannou Defends Both Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane in Eye-Poke Controversy as He Predicts Rematch

Francis Ngannou Defends Both Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane in Eye-Poke Controversy as He Predicts Rematch

Francis Ngannou has stepped in as the voice of reason. The calm after the chaos comes on the heels of UFC 321’s abrupt and unsatisfying ending. Fans waited weeks for the showdown, only to get 4:35 of action before Ciryl Gane accidentally poked Tom Aspinall in the eye, bringing the highly anticipated fight to a screeching halt.

Merab Dvalishvili News / EssentiallySports / December 11
Merab Dvalishvili’s Coach Seemingly Admits Fault After Sean O’Malley Highlights Controversial UFC 323 Corner Advice

Merab Dvalishvili’s Coach Seemingly Admits Fault After Sean O’Malley Highlights Controversial UFC 323 Corner Advice

Emotions run high in the chaos of a fight, especially when your fighter is getting his face bashed in. John Wood, head coach of former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, learned that the hard way.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
Alexander Volkanovski Acknowledges Evloev Deserved UFC 325 Title Shot, Explains Why Diego Lopes Got the Rematch

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 / FirstSportz / December 11
Charles Oliveira Thinks Masterclass Against Max Holloway Can Steal Title Shot from Lightweight Contenders

Charles Oliveira Thinks Masterclass Against Max Holloway Can Steal Title Shot from Lightweight Contenders

Brazilian superstar Charles Oliveira remains one of the most respected and admired fighters in the UFC, celebrated for both his humble personality and his finish-oriented style.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11
UFC 325 Adds Dan Hooker–Benoit Saint Denis, Rafael Fiziev–Mauricio Ruffy to Stacked Sydney Card

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 / MMA Weekly / December 11

Paddy Pimblett plans on knocking Justin Gaethje out at UFC 324

An interim lightweight champion will be crowned on Jan. 24 in the UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett main event. Former interim titleholder Justin Gaethje faces No.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 11

Chimaev Looking To ‘Avoid’ Imavov

UFC Middleweight Champion and Chechen fighter Khamzat Chimaev is not keen on facing Nassourdine Imavov as the latter’s Dagestani background would create ‘drama’.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7
Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Here are some potential matchups for the winners on the main card.

Petr Yan shocks Merab Dvalishvili, reclaims bantamweight title

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