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Khabib Nurmagomedov claims cousin Usman has reached Ilia Topuria’s level despite never fighting in UFC

Khabib Nurmagomedov claims cousin Usman has reached Ilia Topuria’s level despite never fighting in UFC

Khabib Nurmagomedov is not shy about putting massive pressure on his cousin Usman ahead of another title defense. The legendary former UFC lightweight champion was the original student of his father Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.

Khabib Nurmagomedov News / MMA on SI / February 3

PFL Road To Dubai: Usman Nurmagomedov, Alfie Davis Exchange Barbs Before Title Fight

Defending PFL Lightweight Champion Usman Nurmagomedov makes his return to the PFL SmartCage this Saturday against Alfie Davis in the main event of the promotion's first event of the year from Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to top a 13-fight card on ESPN Unlimited (subscription required).

MMA News / NY Fights / February 3

Tai Tuivasa Makes Plea to Khamzat Chimaev to Turn Around His UFC Career

If anyone needs a snapshot of the troubling state of the UFC’s heavyweight division, they need look no further than the chaotic main-card matchup between Tai Tuivasa and Tallison Teixeira at UFC 325 in Australia.

MMA News / NY Fights / February 3

Ian Garry Mocks Shavkat Rakhmonov’s Removal From UFC Welterweight Rankings

At a time when the UFC welterweight title picture is more competitive than ever, one of the division’s top contenders has suffered a major setback. Undefeated

Lerone Murphy News / The Body Lock / February 3

Lerone Murphy Questions UFC London Title Shot Promise: ‘Words Are Wind’

Murphy confirms UFC has not guaranteed a title shot if he beats Evloev at UFC London on March 21 The British fighter says ‘words are wind’ when discussing

MMA News / The Body Lock / February 3

Daniel Cormier Crowns Alexander Volkanovski as Featherweight GOAT After UFC 325

Daniel Cormier declared Alexander Volkanovski the greatest featherweight fighter in UFC history after UFC 325 Volkanovski defeated Diego Lopes by unanimous

Alexander Volkanovski News / The Body Lock / February 3

Volkanovski Shuts Down Rival’s Title Dreams After UFC 325 Victory

Volkanovski defended his featherweight title against Diego Lopes at UFC 325 in Sydney The champion specifically dismissed Jean Silva as undeserving of

Islam Makhachev News / The Body Lock / February 3

Michael Morales Refuses to Show Islam Makhachev Respect: ‘He Bleeds Just Like Me’

Michael Morales says he won’t show Islam Makhachev the respect most UFC fighters give the lightweight champion Morales believes Makhachev is a smaller

MMA News / The Body Lock / February 3

What Really Happened: Nick Diaz Opens Up About Forced Rehab Stay

Nick Diaz confirmed he spent time in an involuntary rehab facility in Mexico The former UFC fighter said he still plans to continue his MMA career Diaz

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 3
Khabib Nurmagomedov goes against Umar’s opponent wish while pitching alternative plan to the UFC

Khabib Nurmagomedov goes against Umar’s opponent wish while pitching alternative plan to the UFC

‘The Eagle’ has told the UFC how to matchmake the bantamweight title picture. MMA’s leading promotion has a few decisions to make regarding the top names at 135 pounds after what unfolded at January’s UFC 324 numbered event.

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / February 3
Dana White Gets Two Unexpected Saviors for UFC Mexico After Main Event Cancellation

Dana White Gets Two Unexpected Saviors for UFC Mexico After Main Event Cancellation

Dana White faces fresh challenges as the upcoming UFC Mexico card took a major hit. The headliner, Asu Alambayev, scheduled to fight former two-time flyweight champion Brandon Moreno, announced that he had broken his hand.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 3
Brandon Moreno’s UFC Mexico Headliner in Jeopardy as Asu Almabayev Withdraws

Brandon Moreno’s UFC Mexico Headliner in Jeopardy as Asu Almabayev Withdraws

The UFC’s highly anticipated return to Mexico City has hit a major snag as Asu Almabayev has been forced to withdraw from his scheduled main event clash against Brandon Moreno at UFC Fight Night 268 on February 28.

Anderson Silva News / Bloody Elbow / February 3
Anderson Silva made rival who robbed him of a UFC title defense tap by smashing his head with elbows

Anderson Silva made rival who robbed him of a UFC title defense tap by smashing his head with elbows

Anderson Silva would have had 11 UFC title defenses if his opponent 19 years ago had met their obligation. Not many in mixed martial arts can compete with the career and legacy of Silva, a legendary former UFC middleweight champion who enjoyed a record reign inside the Octagon.

Max Holloway News / HITC / February 3
Max Holloway details what’s changed as he heads into UFC 326 feeling better than ever

Max Holloway details what’s changed as he heads into UFC 326 feeling better than ever

Max Holloway says he is in the best shape of his 14-year career ahead of his BMF title fight. UFC 326’s main event will be a fight between Holloway and Charles Oliveira.

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / February 3
Dana White’s UFC Rankings Under Fire After Ex-Champ With No Wins In Four Years Rewarded

Dana White’s UFC Rankings Under Fire After Ex-Champ With No Wins In Four Years Rewarded

Following the conclusion of UFC 325 last weekend, the athlete rankings got updated again. After announcing partnership with Meta for AI based ranking system, Dana White and co.

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Nick Diaz News / MMA Weekly / February 3
Nick Diaz explains how he ended up in an involuntary rehab in Mexico

Nick Diaz explains how he ended up in an involuntary rehab in Mexico

Former Strikeforce welterweight champion and UFC fan favorite Nick Diaz spent the last year involuntarily in a rehabilitation center in Mexico. In an interview with the rehabilitation center, Baja Rehab, Diaz opened up about his experience and explained how he ended up there in the first place.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 3
Tai Tuivasa calls for help from Khamzat Chimaev as he reflects on historic loss at UFC 325

Tai Tuivasa calls for help from Khamzat Chimaev as he reflects on historic loss at UFC 325

Tai Tuivasa is sick of being held down and not being able to do anything about it as he has reflected on his UFC 325 loss. This past Saturday at UFC 325 in Sydney Australia, fan-favorite heavyweight Tai Tuivasa returned to the Octagon after almost two years out of action.

Islam Makhachev News / HITC / February 3
Michael Morales explains why he won’t respect Islam Makhachev

Michael Morales explains why he won’t respect Islam Makhachev

One top contender knows exactly how to go after the UFC welterweight champion. Islam Makhachev’s first title defense at 170 pounds could go a few different ways, following his move up from lightweight and subsequent win last November.

Paddy Pimblett News / Total Pro Sports / February 3
MMA Veteran Says Paddy Pimblett Still Has a Lot to Prove After UFC 324

MMA Veteran Says Paddy Pimblett Still Has a Lot to Prove After UFC 324

The odds were in favor of Paddy Pimblett, and everyone thought he would win against the 37-year-old Justin Gaethje. However, Gaethje came prepared and dominated Pimblett over five rounds.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 3
Khabib Nurmagomedov Says One Teammate Has Reached Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan’s Level

Khabib Nurmagomedov Says One Teammate Has Reached Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan’s Level

Team Khabib Nurmagomedov always looks to achieve greater things in the game. Most of their fighters aim only for the title. Meanwhile, the younger cousin of ‘The Eagle,’ Usman Nurmagomedov, is not in the UFC but always gets compared to top fighters like Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan.

Alexander Volkanovski News / Total Pro Sports / February 3
Alexander Volkanovski Dismisses Title Shot Talk for Featherweight Rival

Alexander Volkanovski Dismisses Title Shot Talk for Featherweight Rival

The featherweight legend Alexander Volkanovski has tied his title defense with Jose Aldo. He recently defeated Diego Lopes at UFC 325 in a dominant way.

MMA News / HITC / February 3
Lerone Murphy casts doubt over Movsar Evloev bout at UFC London being a title eliminator

Lerone Murphy casts doubt over Movsar Evloev bout at UFC London being a title eliminator

The undefeated pair are set to meet in the UFC London main event, with a title shot likely on the line for the winner. After Alexander Volkanovski’s featherweight title defence at UFC 325, he wasted no time letting everyone know he wanted to stay active.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 3
Israel Adesanya’s Bold Take on Alexander Volkanovski’s Next Opponent Brought Back by UFC Featherweight Contender

Israel Adesanya’s Bold Take on Alexander Volkanovski’s Next Opponent Brought Back by UFC Featherweight Contender

After Alexander Volkanovski‘s decisive victory over Diego Lopes at UFC 325, a video resurfaced of his friend, Israel Adesanya. And in that video, Adesanya seemed to be playing matchmaker, analyzing potential opponents for ‘The Great’.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 3
Dana White & Co. Remove Shavkat Rakhmonov From UFC Rankings After Latest Injury Update

Dana White & Co. Remove Shavkat Rakhmonov From UFC Rankings After Latest Injury Update

Will Shavkat Rakhmonov become the most highly rated ‘What If’ in UFC history? The 19-0 Kazakh star has been out of action since December 2024, and now he’s entirely out of the welterweight scene too!

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 2
Kamaru Usman believes Khamzat Chimaev Outgrows The Division

Kamaru Usman believes Khamzat Chimaev Outgrows The Division

Despite having yet to defend his newly won title, Khamzat Chimaev has repeatedly targeted UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, raising eyebrows across the MMA world.

MMA News / Yardbarker / February 1
Potential matchups for UFC 325 main card winners

Potential matchups for UFC 325 main card winners

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

Alexander Volkanovski defends featherweight title vs. Diego Lopes

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