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Brian Ortega pulls out due to injury ahead of UFC 326 fight vs. Renato Moicano

Brian Ortega pulls out due to injury ahead of UFC 326 fight vs. Renato Moicano

Brian Ortega has withdrawn from his scheduled UFC 326 fight against Renato Moicano due to ongoing injury issues. Brian Ortega was set to face Renato Moicano at UFC 326 before confirming that nagging injuries had forced him out of the bout.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31

Jon Jones provides bleak update on potential UFC White House clash against Alex Pereira

Jon Jones’ hope of returning to take on Alex Pereira at the UFC White House event may finally be dwindling. Ever since it was announced by Donald Trump that the premier promotion would be holding an event at the White House, ‘Bones’ instantly declared his plan to return on the historic event.

MMA News / HITC / January 31
Ahead of UFC 325, Alexander Volkanovski gives honest answer on surpassing Jose Aldo’s legacy

Ahead of UFC 325, Alexander Volkanovski gives honest answer on surpassing Jose Aldo’s legacy

Alexander Volkanovski has offered a measured and introspective response to comparisons with Jose Aldo as questions about legacy continue to follow him ahead of UFC 325.

MMA News / HITC / January 31

Jon Jones gives concerning update over potential Alex Pereira UFC White House fight

Jon Jones has admitted that a potential UFC White House fight with Alex Pereira remains out of his control as uncertainty continues around the proposed matchup.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 31
Former UFC Interim Champ Unloads on Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett After UFC 324, Calls Out 'Amateur Rookie Mistakes'

Former UFC Interim Champ Unloads on Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett After UFC 324, Calls Out 'Amateur Rookie Mistakes'

Former UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington has once again set the MMA world buzzing with his brutally honest assessment, this time turning his attention toward Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett following their performances at UFC 324.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 31
Alexander Volkanovski Doubts UFC Will Give Arman Tsarukyan An Immediate Featherweight Title Shot

Alexander Volkanovski Doubts UFC Will Give Arman Tsarukyan An Immediate Featherweight Title Shot

After getting frustrated with repeated snubs for the lightweight title, Arman Tsarukyan has been eyeing a drop down to the featherweight division. After the news spread, champion Alexander Volkanovski openly welcomed him.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 31
UFC Star Backs Ilia Topuria To Knock Out Justin Gaethje In Round 1: 'Send Him To The Moon'

UFC Star Backs Ilia Topuria To Knock Out Justin Gaethje In Round 1: 'Send Him To The Moon'

While there are many finishers in the UFC, from Derrick Lewis to Alex Pereira, no one comes as close as Ilia Topuria, given the fact that he has outclassed three legendary champions one after the other.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 31
Brian Ortega Withdraws From UFC 326 Bout vs. Renato Moicano Due to Injury

Brian Ortega Withdraws From UFC 326 Bout vs. Renato Moicano Due to Injury

UFC 326 has suffered a notable setback. Former featherweight title challenger Brian Ortega has withdrawn from his scheduled lightweight bout against Renato Moicano, which was set to take place March 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 31
'So Much Science': Max Holloway Reveals His Secret Weapon for Charles Oliveira Fight

'So Much Science': Max Holloway Reveals His Secret Weapon for Charles Oliveira Fight

Max Holloway has never needed mystery to win fights. Volume, pinpoint accuracy, durability, and an engine that doesn’t quit have always been his calling cards.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
If it were up to Joe Rogan, Alexander Volkanovski would be a two-division UFC champion

If it were up to Joe Rogan, Alexander Volkanovski would be a two-division UFC champion

Joe Rogan was shocked not to see Alexander Volkanovski exit the Octagon with a second UFC title three years ago. The featherweight champion is set to return in the UFC 325 main event this Saturday, as the home favorite makes the walk in Sydney for the first defense of his second reign at 145 pounds.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 31
Daniel Cormier names 19-0 star as the only one ‘getting done worse’ by the UFC than Arman Tsarukyan

Daniel Cormier names 19-0 star as the only one ‘getting done worse’ by the UFC than Arman Tsarukyan

‘DC’ is still shocked by this featherweight contender’s UFC 325 snub. Matchmaking has always been a polarizing topic in the UFC, but 2026 has kicked off with two of the biggest controversies in recent memory.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 30
UFC 325: What Time Does Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes Start?

UFC 325: What Time Does Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes Start?

This Saturday, Jan. 31, featherweight king Alexander Volkanovski looks to defend his crown as the UFC returns to Australia for a massive championship rematch at UFC 325 in Sydney.

Tai Tuivasa News / Bloody Elbow / January 30
Tai Tuivasa reveals change during 18-month layoff that will lead to first win in 6 fights at UFC 325

Tai Tuivasa reveals change during 18-month layoff that will lead to first win in 6 fights at UFC 325

‘Bam Bam’ is planning to make a statement in his comeback. Among the intriguing storylines set to play out at Saturday’s UFC 325 event in Sydney is the return of heavyweight Tai Tuivasa.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 30
UFC 325 Walkout Songs: What Are the Entrance Music Used by Alexander Volkanovski, Diego Lopes, Dan Hooker and Others

UFC 325 Walkout Songs: What Are the Entrance Music Used by Alexander Volkanovski, Diego Lopes, Dan Hooker and Others

At UFC 325, fans are set to feel the intensity as several must-watch matchups take center stage. Returning on his home turf, Alexander Volkanovski looks to defend the featherweight belt against Diego Lopes in a highly anticipated rematch in the main event.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 30
Justin Gaethje asked ChatGPT for advice hours before he fought Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324

Justin Gaethje asked ChatGPT for advice hours before he fought Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324

The interim UFC lightweight champion is making the most of AI’s rise. Justin Gaethje emerged victorious from the first main event of 2026 and of the Paramount era, becoming a two-time interim titleholder at 155 pounds in the process.

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Alexander Volkanovski News / Bloody Elbow / January 30
Alexander Volkanovski asked UFC legend if he wanted to continue during beatdown so bad his hands hurt

Alexander Volkanovski asked UFC legend if he wanted to continue during beatdown so bad his hands hurt

It was difficult to watch what Alexander Volkanovski did to this UFC veteran. The two-time featherweight champion will return in the main event of UFC 325, as the Australian looks for his first win on home soil since 2018.

Mackenzie Dern News / EssentiallySports / January 30
UFC Champ Mackenzie Dern Eyed by Teen Prodigy Making Waves in Submission Grappling

UFC Champ Mackenzie Dern Eyed by Teen Prodigy Making Waves in Submission Grappling

UFC strawweight champion Mackenzie Dern may look untouchable right now, but she has a rising threat on her radar. BJJ teen prodigy Helena Crevar turned heads at ONE Fight Night 39, dominating Hawaiian talent Teshya Noelani in her grappling debut.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 30
Umar Nurmagomedov Set to Face Ex-UFC Champion as Khabib Confirms Next Fight

Umar Nurmagomedov Set to Face Ex-UFC Champion as Khabib Confirms Next Fight

Khabib Nurmagomedov has laid out the plan for cousin Umar Nurmagomedov, who comes off a decisive victory over former two-time champion Deiveson Figueiredo on UFC’s inaugural show on Paramount+.

Khamzat Chimaev News / BoxingNews.com / January 30

Chimaev Breaks Up Heated Brawl

UFC Middleweight Champion Khamzat Chimaev made headlines in Oman after intervening in a heated press conference altercation at Fitbox Fighting Championship (FFC) 5.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 29

Sean Strickland and Michel Pereira share wild sparring session

What happens when two men who take sparring entirely seriously collide? Fireworks. That is exactly what happened when Sean Strickland and Michel Pereira stepped into the cage to spar.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 30
Sebastian Szalay vs. Keiichiro Nakamura prediction, odds, pick for UFC 325

Sebastian Szalay vs. Keiichiro Nakamura prediction, odds, pick for UFC 325

UFC 325: Alexander Volkanovski vs. Diego Lopes 2 continues on the prelims with a bout between Sebastian Szalay and Keiichiro Nakamura in the featherweight division on Saturday.

Kayla Harrison News / Dice City Sports / January 29
Kayla Harrison in Good Spirits After Neck Surgery That Canceled UFC 324 Superfight

Kayla Harrison in Good Spirits After Neck Surgery That Canceled UFC 324 Superfight

If an image can speak volumes, Kayla Harrison appears to be saying all the right things. Less than three weeks after undergoing neck surgery that forced her out of her long-awaited superfight with Amanda Nunes at UFC 324, Harrison is already back inside the gym mentally strong, smiling, and focused on the road ahead.

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