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On YouTubeMMA News / Stadium Rant / November 26
3 Non-Headlining Fighters With The Most To Prove in UFC’s Last Two Cards Of 2025
The UFC is currently on its Thanksgiving break, but it will have a pair of events to end 2025 after that. First off is UFC 323. Bantamweight king Merab Dvalishvili looks to record a historic fourth defense in a year when he rematches Petr Yan in the main event.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 26
‘You absolute liar’… Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts to Conor McGregor trying to ‘darken’ his name
The feud between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov continues to spark, and the two recently had another spat online. A few months ago, former UFC double champion Conor McGregor announced he was taking a long break from social media ahead of a potential return to the sport.
Shavkat Rakhmonov responds to Garry’s title push, reminding him who won their last UFC fight
Shavkat Rakhmonov has responded to Ian Machado Garry’s calls for a UFC title shot, firing back with a stinging post on social media. The Irish welterweight prospect suffered his only professional loss to Rakhmonov last December at UFC 310, dropping a razor-thin decision.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Tony Ferguson Details How Conor McGregor Almost Turned Rival Khabib Nurmagomedov Into His Friend
The saga of Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov is truly stranger than fiction. No two fighters in UFC history have been booked against each other so many times, only for the fight to fall apart every single time.
MMA News / Total Apex Sports / November 26
Arman Tsarukyan vs. The World: Is a Conor McGregor 'Nightmare' a Better Bet Than a Title Shot?
Arman Tsarukyan just put Dan Hooker away in Qatar, and he did it with the kind of swagger that screams “I’m the guy.” A slick arm-triangle submission, a dominant performance from bell to bell, and one simple, undeniable statement: he’s the number one contender for the lightweight strap.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 26
‘No bigger bullies than the UFC’… Ex-fighter reacts to Dana White’s claim Francis Ngannou pushed him
Brendan Schaub has shared his thoughts on Dana White’s ongoing feud with Francis Ngannou. Last week, the UFC CEO claimed Francis Ngannou ‘put his hands on’ him during a discussion about bonuses.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / November 26
Conor McGregor offered new comeback fight that could earn him a title shot
Ahead of his potential comeback to the sport, a new opponent has put his name in the hat to fight Conor McGregor. Although it seemed as though Conor McGregor would never step into the UFC Octagon again following his brutal leg break in 2021, the Irishman is gearing up for a comeback.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Ilia Topuria Given No Choice but to Move Up for Historic Clash With Islam Makhachev
Ilia Topuria is still searching for his next opponent as he prepares for his first lightweight title defense. Arman Tsarukyan strengthened his case as the No.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Arman Tsarukyan Reveals UFC Security Called Police on Khamzat Chimaev Even Before Ian Garry Altercation
At UFC Qatar, Arman Tsarukyan went for Dan Hooker‘s head, quite literally! After a headbutt that helped heat up the Fight Night right during the face-offs, we all knew Doha wasn’t playing around.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 26
Paddy Pimblett: 'I'm already in Ilia Topuria's head, I'm his kryptonite'
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria would like his first title defense to be against No. 5 ranked contender Paddy Pimblett. It's a match Pimblett has lobbied to get.
MMA News / FirstSportz / November 26
Arman Tsarukyan Calls Out UFC for Protecting Ilia Topuria: 'Trying to Make Him Superstar'
The conversation around divisional activity has grown as the UFC continues to navigate a busy 2025 schedule. Champions and contenders across multiple weight classes are being evaluated for timing and momentum.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Tony Ferguson Plans UFC Return With Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov Callout for White House Card
Next year, at the White House, could we see a fight we never thought we would see? Tony Ferguson just made some bold claims for the June 14, 2026, event, and if he has his way, we could get one of the two best fights that never happened.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 26
Shavkat Rakhmonov hits back at Ian Machado Garry over title claim with ‘just facts’ message
Shavkat Rakhmonov has finally hit back at Ian Machado Garry’s claims to a UFC title shot with a brutal social media takedown. The rising Irish star suffered his sole professional defeat to Rakhmonov last December at UFC 310, losing a razor-close decision.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Dana White’s Real Problem With Choosing Islam Makhachev’s Next Opponent Highlighted by UFC Insider
Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight should have simplified matchmaking for Dana White and the promotion. A new champion. A fresh division. And a long line of contenders waiting to pounce on the opportunity to dethrone him.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 26
Arman Tsarukyan Willing to Become Conor McGregor’s 'Nightmare' if UFC Snubs Ilia Topuria Title Shot in Hilarious Segment
Arman Tsarukyan didn’t just beat Dan Hooker in Qatar, he walked out of the cage acting like a man who knew exactly where he belonged. One dominant performance.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 25
Jon Jones ‘Preparing’ To Face Alex Pereira
Jon Jones is preparing to face UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira just in case the UFC makes the fight. Jones, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion, retired in June which prevented the Tom Aspinall fight from going ahead.
Dillon Danis News / BoxingNews.com / November 25
NYPD Investigates UFC 322 Brawl Involving Dillon Danis
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) are investigating the brawl between Dillon Danis and members of Islam Makhachev’s team at UFC 322. The brawl broke out as Danis was in attendance for Makhachev’s fight against Jack Della Maddalena, as Islam won a unanimous decision to become the new welterweight champion.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 25
Ilia Topuria Tipped to Become 'Greatest of All Time' as UFC Star Says He Can Beat Islam Makhachev at 170
Ilia Topuria’s ascent hasn’t just been impressive, it’s been cinematic. In the span of three fights, he knocked out Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, and Charles Oliveira, three men who once seemed untouchable.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 25
Renato Moicano Points Out Dan Hooker’s 'Terrible' Mistake During Arman Tsarukyan Fight
Dan Hooker didn’t shy away from the truth after his loss to Arman Tsarukyan. He acknowledged that he was outclassed, joked that he “sucks,” and immediately began looking for a fight with someone he believes is in the same situation as him.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / November 25
Jon Jones Vs. Daniel Cormier Rematch Teased in Surprise Trilogy Match
The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is one of the most personal and heated conflicts in MMA history. Their deeply personal insults during press conferences, out-of-cage brawls, and genuine dislike of each other live in infamy as they defined an era for the UFC light heavyweight division.
Massive fight reportedly in the works for UFC 324 as UFC prepares for Paramount era
A massive featherweight contest between top contenders Arnold Allen and Jean Silva is reportedly in the works for UFC 324. Following last weekend’s UFC
Jon Jones agrees to complete Daniel Cormier trilogy away from UFC cage
A third installment of one of MMA’s most significant rivalries may be on the horizon. Jon Jones has made it clear that he wants to return to the UFC, with Alex Pereira as his top choice for an opponent.
Conor McGregor News / Dice City Sports / November 25
Conor McGregor: Ibogaine Treatment 'Saved My Life'
,Conor McGregor has re-emerged from his social media blackout claiming he’s a changed man mentally, spiritually, and professionally. The former two-division
MMA News / Yardbarker / November 24
Potential matchups for ranked fighters from UFC Fight Night in Qatar
UFC Fight Night in Qatar was one of the best cards of the year. Nine of the 14 fights on the card ended by a finish. Multiple fights on the card have implications for the next challenger for the title in multiple divisions.
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