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Justin Gaethje Gives Definite Retirement Timeline Ahead of Rumored Ilia Topuria Clash At White House

All good things must come to an end. What matters is how you finish. The interim lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje, confessed that he plans to retire from MMA soon.

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UFC Fight Night: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira Full Card Picks & Predictions

The first UFC Fight Night of 2026 takes place this Saturday (February 7), and MMA KO’s Drew Beaupré is here to provide predictions for all 13 fights on the card.

Khabib Nurmagomedov News / EssentiallySports / February 6

How Usman Nurmagomedov and PFL Are Changing MMA and Challenging UFC’s Monopoly

In today’s landscape, MMA largely means the UFC—at least for casual fans and the paying audience. As a result, the UFC has become the undisputed global stage of mixed martial arts.

Dana White News / HITC / February 6

How UFC 324 star made $50k after Dana White admitted a ‘badly wrong’ decision

One UFC titleholder has picked up a late reward following the most impressive showing of his career. There’s no shortage of proven talent on Saturday’s UFC 324 card, with plenty of fighters who have either worn gold or competed for it in the past.

Jon Jones News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Despite needing hip replacement, Jon Jones willing to fight at the White House

A clip of former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones discussing his health and fighting future went viral on Thursday. A lifetime of combat sports has taken its toll on Jones' body.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 6

Gillian Robertson will call for title shot with win over Amanda Lemos

Rising women's strawweight contender Gillian Robertson has been having problems getting an opponent that makes it to the octagon. "Savage" was scheduled to face Iasmin Lucindo at UFC on ESPN 73 in December but Lucindo was forced out of the bout due to an undisclosed injury.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 6

Ilia Topuria Back In Training, Is Gaethje Next?

After a hiatus that left the lightweight division under some uncertainty, Ilia Topuria looks close to coming back. Topuria is back in the gym, signaling that his recent troubles are behind him.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

'My 10-Year-Old Tried to Help Me': UFC Legend Recalls Wild Detail From Khabib Nurmagomedov-Conor McGregor Brawl at UFC 229

The chaos that erupted after Khabib Nurmagomedov’s submission win over Conor McGregor at UFC 229 remains one of the most infamous moments in MMA history.

Shavkat Rakhmonov News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Shavkat Rakhmonov Urged to Make Major Change With Title Hopes in Jeopardy After Another Injury Setback

Shavkat Rakhmonov was on a fast track to the top of the welterweight division. However, he has now been sidelined due to a recurring knee injury. This has prompted former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman to urge the Kazakh to make significant changes to his training camp if a championship remains his ultimate goal.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 6

Justin Gaethje explains why he’s ‘glad’ Max Holloway KO’d him and ‘would do it a 100 times over’

Justin Gaethje has a unique take on his most devastating loss inside the Octagon. Gaethje was happy to prove Paddy Pimblett wrong when he ended the Brit’s win streak to become a two-time interim lightweight champion last month.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Justin Gaethje Targets Conor McGregor as He Reacts to Ilia Topuria UFC Return

Interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has no doubt what the future holds for him. And ‘The Highlight’ sees it entangled with former two-division champion Conor McGregor.

Conor McGregor News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Conor McGregor Makes Statement Signing as Former WWE Champion Joins BKFC

What happens when pro wrestling swagger collides with bare-knuckle chaos? Conor McGregor seems determined to find out! The BKFC co-owner has added another headline-grabber to his growing roster, and this one comes with crossover appeal baked in.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Dana White Cuts Israel Adesanya Teammate After UFC 325 Cheating Controversy

Pressure does strange things to people, especially when they’re chasing a dream. For Aaron Tau, that dream was the UFC, and the door had finally cracked open and he could finally see the lights inside.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 5

Nick Diaz did the exact thing referee warned him against while battering UFC rival in one round

Nick Diaz’s 10th professional fight took place 21 years ago today. Nick and his brother Nate Diaz are both among the top fan favorites in mixed martial arts, having thrilled fans with their performances inside the cage and concerned Dana White with their antics at press conferences.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 5

Justin Gaethje will be getting this warning from ‘friend’ Daniel Cormier about fighting Ilia Topuria

The interim champion looks to have booked a showdown with the UFC’s lightweight king. Justin Gaethje beat Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 in January to become a two-time interim titleholder at 155 pounds.

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Ilia Topuria News / MMA Weekly / February 5

'The Champ is back': Ilia Topuria readies for UFC return

Lightweight champion Ilia Topuria could be back in the octagon sooner rather than later. "El Matador" teased his return in a social media post on Tuesday.

Alex Morono News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Alex Morono vs. Daniil Donchenko prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the prelims with a bout between Alex Morono and Daniil Donchenko in the welterweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Niko Price vs. Nikolay Veretennikov prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the prelims with a bout between Niko Price and Nikolay Veretennikov in the welterweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 5

Jon Jones fell to the floor after what Joe Rogan told him moments after he choked out a future champ

A big surprise was awaiting Jon Jones after his victory 15 years ago today. Jones is widely seen as the leading candidate for GOAT status in mixed martial arts, having enjoyed a level of success that not many have come close to in the UFC.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Wang Cong vs. Eduarda Moura prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

UFC Vegas 113: Mario Bautista vs. Vinicius Oliveira continues on the prelims with a bout between Wang Cong and Eduarda Moura in the flyweight division on Saturday.

Jakub Wiklacz News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 5

Muin Gafurov vs. Jakub Wiklacz prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vegas 113

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for UFC Vegas 113 as the Prelims continue with this next Bantamweight (135) bout. Tajikistan’s Muin Gafurov will welcome Poland’s new prospect Jakub Wiklacz in what should be an exciting scrap.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / February 5

Jon Jones – 'I have severe arthritis'

Former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has revealed a medical prognosis that most were not expecting to hear. The future UFC Hall of Famer has been diagnosed with arthritis, a common, chronic condition characterized by inflammation, pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion in one or more joints.