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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / January 16
UFC Makes Ilia Topuria Title Decision After Paddy Pimblett Calls for Him to Be Stripped
As much as the UFC seems to love Paddy Pimblett, they might love Ilia Topuria more. “This kid’s a star. There’s no doubt about it,” Dana White had said
Kayla Harrison News / Bloody Elbow / January 16
Kayla Harrison update reveals her life would have been ‘at risk’ if she fought at UFC 324
The injury that scrapped Kayla Harrison’s return was a long-standing problem. Harrison pulled out of UFC 324, where she was scheduled to make her opening defense of the women’s bantamweight title as part of the very first event on Paramount+.
Kamaru Usman News / HITC / January 16
Brother of former UFC champion handed lengthy ban after failed drugs test
Mohammed Usman will not be back in the Octagon anytime soon after receiving a two-year-and-six-month suspension from the USADA. The brother of former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman was pulled from UFC Rio last October after testing positive for elevated testosterone levels.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 16
Former UFC Champion’s Brother Hit With 30-Month Suspension for Anti-Doping Violation
The UFC’s list of grievances that kicked off 2026 just grew longer. After UFC 324 lost its co-main event, and UFC 325 lost a hometown fighter yesterday, a doping scandal verdict has taken the spotlight today.
Waldo Cortes-Acosta News / MMA Weekly / January 16
Derrick Lewis makes bold prediction for UFC 324 Waldo Cortes-Acosta fight
Derrick Lewis holds the record for the most knockouts in UFC history and he plans to add another one at UFC 324 on Jan. 24. The No. 8 ranked Lewis (29-12, 1 NC) faces No.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 16
Makhachev Says Yes To Topuria Fight On One Condition
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has said yes to an Ilia Topuria fight, provided it is on his terms. Makhachev is coming off a huge 2025 where he made history by becoming a double champ.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 16
Jones Vs. Pereira Moves A Step Closer
The prospect of a Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira fight has moved a step closer following Dana White’s latest comments. The two fighters have expressed their wish to face each other at the UFC White House card in June.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 16
Major Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria Update Drops as Dana White Reveals Kamaru Usman Stance
Islam Makhachev may soon have a tough test ahead of him. The Dagestani standout defeated Jack Della Maddalena last year, which has opened up several doors to mega fights.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 15
Conor McGregor Eyed for Fight vs Returning Ex-UFC Champ as Dana White Rules Out Michael Chandler
Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler, a fight that has been comatose except for a brief window in mid-2024, may have been officially pronounced dead. ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Iron’ Mike have been milking the most out of their rivalry, most recently claiming they would clash on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 15
UFC urged to ‘forgive’ Arman Tsarukyan by legend who was also once in Dana White’s bad books
Is it time for Dana White to let bygones be bygones? It is safe to say that Arman Tsarukyan is not among the UFC president’s favorite fighters after a number of incidents in recent years.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 15
Ilia Topuria teased to fight Islam Makhachev ‘sooner than we imagine’ by in-the-know UFC star
A highly anticipated matchup that got away from the fans in 2025 could still be on the cards. Dana White hasn’t confirmed that Ilia Topuria will face the winner of the UFC 324 main event when he makes his return to the Octagon.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 15
Conor McGregor Reacts to Dana White Ruling Out Opponent for UFC White House
As the historic UFC event on the White House South Lawn on June 14 draws closer, fight fans are eagerly awaiting official matchups for what promises to be a landmark night in the UFC.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 15
UFC star bounced back from iconic one-sided loss by making opponent ‘pay’ with his own shutout win
On this day in 2022, a fan favorite fighter sent a reminder to the rest of the division. Charles Oliveira has a point to prove against Max Holloway in their upcoming rematch that will headline UFC 326 on March 7.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 15
Justin Gaethje’s MMA Mount Rushmore includes legend responsible for Dana White’s favorite UFC moment
Justin Gaethje had no hesitancy when picking his top four all-time greats. While not among the best in terms of ability and accomplishments across UFC history, Gaethje is widely considered the most exciting fighter to ever step foot inside the Octagon.
MMA News / MyMMANews.com / January 15
CBS Sports’ Kate Scott joins UFC broadcast team for UFC 324, debut on Paramount+
Paramount and UFC today announced that versatile CBS Sports broadcaster Kate Scott will join UFC’s broadcast team for UFC 324, the promotion’s historic first event on Paramount+ on Saturday, January 24.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 15
UFC 324 Superfight Between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes Reportedly Off Due to Injury
One of the most anticipated fights in women’s MMA history is reportedly off. The UFC 324 co-main event between women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison and former two-division champion Amanda Nunes has been scrapped due to injury, according to a report from The Eagle Tribune.
Darren Till News / Big Fight Weekend / January 15
‘No one wants to fight me’ – irritated Darren Till fires off at rivals
Darren Till was last seen in action, brutally stopping Luke Rockhold on August 30, 2025. The Liverpudlian certainly made his mark in MMA before moving to boxing.
MMA News / Field Level Media / January 14
Max Holloway-Charles Oliveira title fight to headline UFC 326
Max Holloway will face Charles Oliveira in a rematch 10-plus years in the making when the two face off in the main event scheduled for UFC 326 on March 7 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and shown on Paramount+.
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