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On YouTubeIslam Makhachev News / HITC / February 20
Islam Makhachev fires warning shot to teammates over UFC roster cuts – change is needed
Islam Makhachev, the UFC lightweight champion, has advised his teammates to adapt their fighting approaches or risk being cut from the promotion. In recent years, Dagestani fighters have faced criticism from MMA fans over their approach in the cage.
Sean Strickland News / Bloody Elbow / February 20
Sean Strickland claims weight cut is ‘worse than the fight’ as he tries to drop 45lb for UFC Houston return
Sean Strickland is going through a period even tougher than his five round fight this weekend in order to just make it to Saturday. The former UFC middleweight champion has been out of action for over a year since losing his chance to reclaim the belt from Dricus Du Plessis last February.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 20
Belal Muhammad believes Sean Strickland can take advantage of Anthony Hernandez’s weakness
Belal Muhammad thinks one of Sean Strickland’s main weapons could be key on Saturday night. It’s not surprising that another Strickland fight week has resulted in some controversial comments that haven’t gone unnoticed.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 20
Anthony Hernandez Eyes Breakthrough Moment Against Sean Strickland at UFC Fight Night 267
HOUSTON — For a fighter on the verge of a career-defining opportunity, Anthony Hernandez seems remarkably relaxed. Hernandez (15-2 MMA, 9-2 UFC) faces former middleweight champion Sean Strickland this Saturday at UFC Fight Night 267 at Toyota Center, a bout that could catapult him into the title conversation at 185 pounds.
Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / February 20
Khamzat Chimaev praised after purchasing new iPhones for his teammates during latest training camp
There are benefits to being one of the UFC middleweight champion’s training partners. It’s been six months since Khamzat Chimaev beat Dricus du Plessis to become the new king at 185 pounds in the UFC.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 20
Gina Carano’s Coach Fires Back at Skip Bayless Over WWE Dig Ahead of Ronda Rousey Fight
Not everyone is buying into the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano fight. And that includes controversial sports commentator Skip Bayless. The 76-year-old king
Amanda Nunes hits back at Sean Strickland’s remarks about women’s MMA
Amanda Nunes, the former two-division UFC champion, has responded to Sean Strickland’s recent comments about women’s MMA. Strickland is set to return after a six-month suspension for entering the cage and throwing punches following a teammate’s fight.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 20
Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones Teased as Coach Drops Huge Update on Potential UFC Return
As far as UFC CEO Dana White is concerned, former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is dead to the promotion. However, that reality doesn’t appear to be something Ngannou’s camp is willing to accept.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 20
Islam Makhachev laughs off suggestion Ian Machado Garry feud could live up to Khabib vs Conor McGregor
A familiar battle could serve as Islam Makhachev’s first welterweight title defense. Since Makhachev beat Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 to become the eleventh two-division champion in the promotion’s history, several fighters have been staking their claims for the first shot at dethroning him.
Bruce Buffer News / Total Pro Sports / February 20
‘Voice of the Octagon’ Bruce Buffer Sends Bold Message to Next-Gen Announcers
No one announces like Bruce Buffer in the UFC. He hypes up the fighters during his callouts, and fans get super excited. Meanwhile, as ‘Voice of the Octagon’ is getting old now, he still challenges the next generation of announcers to step up and bring it.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 20
Former champion gives UFC Houston main event prediction
A middleweight clash between former champion Sean Strickland (29-7) and red hot rising contender Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez (14-2, 1 NC) headlines Saturday's UFC Houston fight card.
Islam Makhachev Doubts Ilia Topuria’s Knockout Threat at 170 Pounds
While Ilia Topuria has captured UFC gold at both featherweight and lightweight thanks to his explosive knockout power, Islam Makhachev isn’t convinced that the same punching threat would carry over to welterweight.
Alex Pereira Rallies Behind Tom Aspinall Amid Ongoing Eye Injury Skepticism
While much of the MMA world continues to question whether Tom Aspinall has exaggerated or even fabricated the severity of his eye injury, Alex Pereira isn’t buying into the skepticism.
Amanda Nunes Fires Back at Sean Strickland Over Women’s MMA Tirade
Sean Strickland’s famously unfiltered atomic mouth was in full force at the UFC Houston press conference, where the former middleweight champion launched into a controversial tirade targeting women’s MMA.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
Daily Roundup: Alex Pereira defends Tom Aspinall, Amanda Nunes vs Sean Strickland and more MMA news
Welcome to Bloody Elbow’s daily round-up of combat sports news as another week of controversy draws to a close. This is your one-stop shop for the top five stories from February 19, 2026.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 20
Vacant Light Heavyweight Title Fight Emerges for UFC 327 Amid Alex Pereira Heavyweight Rumors: Report
Alex Pereira is getting what he wanted. Well, he could, if all goes well. The Brazilian defeated Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in October to win back his UFC light heavyweight title.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 19
Alex Pereira Teases Next Fight Announcement as Jon Jones UFC White House Rumors Swirl
Last year at UFC 320, Alex Pereira dominated Magomed Ankalaev in just 80 seconds during their rematch, reclaiming his light heavyweight title. But for
MMA News / Athlon Sports / February 20
UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Hernandez— Date, Time, How to Watch
Controversy continues to follow Sean Strickland into fight week as his unfiltered comments about performers like Bad Bunny and dismissive remarks about
MMA News / Field Level Media / February 19
Report: Lightweight clash added to UFC 326 card
UFC 326 has added a lightweight fight between Drew Dober and Michael Johnson to the March 7 card in Las Vegas, according to a report by MMAJunkie.com. Max Holloway will face Charles Oliveira in the main event at T-Mobile Arena in a highly anticipated rematch 10-plus years in the making.
Sean Strickland News / MyMMANews.com / February 19
Paramount+ Reportedly Frustrated with Sean Strickland Following UFC Press Conference Remarks
Tensions are reportedly brewing behind the scenes between streaming partner Paramount+ and UFC middleweight contender Sean Strickland following controversial comments made during a recent press conference hosted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 19
‘Don’t cry’: Amanda Nunes fires back at Sean Strickland’s sexist comment about women’s MMA
Sean Strickland’s rant about women’s MMA has caught the attention of former UFC double champion Amanda Nunes. Ahead of his return to the UFC following a six-month suspension for rushing the cage and throwing punches at his teammate’s opponent, Sean Strickland has once again been making headlines for the wrong reasons.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / February 19
Dan Ige vs. Melquizael Costa prediction, odds, pick for UFC Houston
UFC Houston is reaching a fever pitch as we bring you another betting prediction and pick for this next Main Card bout in the Featherweight (145) Division.
Ex-UFC Champ Ronda Rousey Reveals UFC CEO Dana White's Side of Gina Carano Fight
Former UFC Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey returns to MMA May 16 vs. women's MMA pioneer-turned-Hollywood actress Gina Carano May 16th. For the first time in over a decade, however, Rousey won't be competing under the UFC banner.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 17
Dana White Says White House Card Is Built, Meeting With President Trump Set to Finalize Plans
LAS VEGAS — The UFC’s ambitious White House event is no longer just a concept.According to UFC CEO Dana White, the fight card itself has already been assembled.
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