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Dana White will bring back popular UFC format to launch $7.7billion Paramount+ deal this Friday

Dana White is bringing back a classic UFC staple this week to launch arguably the biggest year in company history. When next weekend’s UFC Vegas event is over, the promotion will go over a month without an event as they prepare for the transition from ESPN to their $7.7billion Paramount+ deal.

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Michael Chandler Confirms Conor McGregor Fight Signed and Sealed for White House Event

After years away from the Octagon, former UFC double champion Conor McGregor is finally eyeing a massive comeback in 2026, just in time for the historic UFC White House event.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 1

Tony Ferguson fought Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje – here’s who he’s backing at UFC324

Tony Ferguson is perhaps the best man to tell you who to pick in the interim lightweight title main event of UFC 324. Former interim lightweight champion Ferguson fought Justin Gaethje at the beginning of the pandemic, losing that fight by TKO in the fifth.

MMA News / Field Level Media / December 1

Charles Oliveira: Max Holloway rematch won't be in January but 'will happen'

Charles Oliveira insisted Monday that the much-anticipated rematch between himself and Max Holloway will happen in the first half of 2026 but said it will not happen in January.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 1

Jon Jones drags Khabib Nurmagomedov into his bitter feud with Daniel Cormier

The feud between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier continues to rage on, and now Jones has dragged in one of Cormier’s longtime teammates. The pair of UFC light heavyweight legends were involved in one of, if not the, biggest rivalry in the sport’s history, having clashed both inside and outside of the Octagon.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Sean O’Malley Shares His Take on Ilia Topuria’s Divorce Rumors

A top UFC champion’s divorce rumors unexpectedly became a topic on O’Malley’s show. Sean O’Malley shared sympathy and personal perspective while preparing for UFC 324.

Tom Aspinall News / Bloody Elbow / December 1

Tom Aspinall promises major change in UFC comeback after horror eye injury

Tom Aspinall has vowed to make a big change when he has recovered from the injury he suffered at UFC 321. The hard-hitting heavyweight champion was poked in both eyes by Ciryl Gane when the pair squared off in Abu Dhabi back in October, and has been struggling with his vision ever since.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Ronda Rousey to Reportedly Box Conor McGregor-Backed Icon Despite Concussion Scare

The mystery surrounding Ronda Rousey’s return has finally come to light, and it involves Conor McGregor. The former UFC champion has kept the MMA world buzzing for months, ever since she hinted on social media that she might step back into the fight game.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 1

Arman Tsarukyan Blindsided as UFC Books Pimblett–Gaethje Interim Title Fight: 'Nobody on My Level'

The UFC’s January pay-per-view just dropped a bomb on the lightweight division — and no one felt the explosion harder than Arman Tsarukyan. Despite being the No.

Joe Rogan News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Joe Rogan Called 'Shell Of His Former Self' After Latest Remarks On Climate Change

Increased carbon dioxide equates to a green society. These are not our words, but the illustrious podcaster Joe Rogan‘s. Often known for his commentary on the UFC, Rogan has built an extensive platform on credibility and trust.

Charles Oliveira News / HITC / December 1

Charles Oliveira gives new insight into targeted date for BMF bout with Max Holloway

After an emotional victory in Rio, Charles Oliveira disclosed his ambition for a BMF title bout against Max Holloway. Last October, Oliveira made his return to the Octagon in Rio, where he picked up a second-round win over Mateusz Gamrot.

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 1

UFC Champion Smells Pizza While Cutting Weight for UFC 323 Fight

Merab Dvalishvili posted video of himself smelling pizza during his weight cut for UFC 323 He defends his bantamweight title against Petr Yan on Saturday

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 1

Ariel Helwani Calls Out UFC 324: “Bogus Fight” Sparks Matchmaking Controversy

UFC 324 will feature an interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett despite top-ranked Arman Tsarukyan being available Ariel

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MMA News / The Body Lock / December 1

Six-Fight Win Streak Earns Imavov UFC Middleweight Title Shot Against Chimaev

Khamzat Chimaev has confirmed Nassourdine Imavov as his first middleweight title challenger The fight won’t happen until after Ramadan ends on March 19,

MMA News / HITC / December 1

Tom Aspinall leans on Jon Jones quote to argue Ciryl Gane’s eye poke was intentional

Tom Aspinall has made up his mind about the UFC 321 foul. The heavyweight title fight between Ciryl Gane and Aspinall ended in a no contest after an eye poke from Gane, leaving the Englishman unable to continue.

MMA News / The Body Lock / December 1

Former Rivals Unite: Holloway Backs Topuria During Personal Struggles

Ilia Topuria announced he will not fight in early 2026 due to personal issues related to a reported divorce Max Holloway sent a message of support to Topuria,

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 1

UFC 323 – Jan Blachowicz vs Bogdan Guskov: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC 323 kicks off its main card with a compelling light heavyweight showdown, as former champion Jan Blachowicz looks to break a three-fight winless skid against surging knockout artist Bogdan Guskov.

Merab Dvalishvili News / MMA on SI / December 1

Merab Dvalishvili shows off bizarre weight cutting hack before UFC 323 title fight

UFC Bantamweight Champion Merab Dvalishvili doesn’t mind confronting the temptation of junk food head-on during the final stretch of his weight cut for UFC 323.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 1

UFC 323 – Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira: Preview & Betting Tips

On a night when the flyweight title is on the line, Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira meet in a pivotal clash that could determine the next man to challenge for UFC gold at UFC 323.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 1

Arman Tsarukyan reacts to being left out of interim lightweight title fight

When UFC CEO Dana White announced that Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett would be fighting for the interim lightweight title in the UFC 324 main event, no one was more outraged than top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan. Champion Ilia Topuria announced that he's taking a break from fighting while going through a divorce.

Tom Aspinall News / Dice City Sports / November 30

Tom Aspinall Releases Medical Diagnosis After UFC 321 Eye Injury

After more than a month of silence following the controversial ending of his first heavyweight title defense, UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has finally broken his silence and the medical report he released is far more serious than many skeptics expected.

Ilia Topuria News / Athlon Sports / November 30

Ilia Topuria Trolls a Top Contender in a Viral Post

A top UFC star announces he’s stepping away temporarily. A viral post sparks new discussion around potential matchups. A playful dance turns into a pointed jab at a top contender.

MMA News / FirstSportz / November 30

Dana White’s Polarizing Decision to Book Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje Defended by UFC Legend

UFC CEO Dana White‘s recent announcement for UFC 324 has stirred conversation about who deserves a shot at the interim lightweight belt. At the center of the debate is Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked lightweight contender who many believed would be next in line.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 29

Diego Lopes Fires Back At Critics After Shock Volkanovski Rematch Booking

Diego Lopes is smiling his way straight into a second crack at UFC gold and he has zero time for anyone complaining about it. On Thursday, UFC CEO Dana White announced that Lopes will challenge featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 325 on Jan.