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Tom Aspinall takes shot at Ciryl Gane as he makes bold $50 million claim ahead of first title defense

Tom Aspinall has made an extremely bold claim ahead of his first UFC undisputed heavyweight title defense. On October 25, Tom Aspinall will make the first defense of his heavyweight title since being upgraded to the undisputed champion following Jon Jones‘ retirement.

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UFC Rankings Update: Charles Oliveira Breaks Into P4P List Amid Massive Multi-Divisional Shakeup

With another UFC event in the books, the rankings have seen a dramatic shake-up. The changes didn’t just happen in one division but across multiple divisions.

Frankie Edgar News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Furious Frankie Edgar breaks his silence on cancelled BKFC fight amidst controversy

UFC legend Frankie Edgar isn’t happy with the way his planned comeback fight has been handled. On October 4, BKFC put on one of their biggest events of the year, which ended with Mike Perry beating Jeremy Stephens to continue his remarkable run.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / October 14

UFC lightweight division in 2025: Where things stand with Ilia Topuria, Paddy Pimblett and more at 155 pounds

One of the deepest divisions in the sport enters an interesting crossroads with an eye toward next year

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / October 14

'This Is Common': UFC Veteran Sounds the Alarm on Dana White Forcing Fighters Into Weight-Miss Bouts

At UFC 320, bantamweight fighter Yana Santos was not happy about fighting under the circumstances she did against Macy Chiasson. The latter missed weight ahead of the fight, and despite not wanting to compete against an overweight opponent, Santos claimed that she was forced by Dana White and Co.

Paddy Pimblett News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Paddy Pimblett surprisingly continues to climb lightweight rankings despite six-month break

The newest update to the UFC rankings has produced some changes in the lightweight division. This past weekend featured a big matchup in the 155 pound division, which understandably led to some movement in the top 15 rankings.

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 14

Bonus-winning machine returns as UFC 323 reportedly adds another banger fight

Following a batch of fight announcements from UFC CEO Dana White, UFC 323 has reportedly added another huge matchup featuring Grant Dawson and Manuel Torres.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 14

Why Charles Oliveira vs Max Holloway at UFC White House Card Makes the Most Sense

At UFC Rio, Charles Oliveira silenced all the doubters! In the main event, ‘Do Bronxs,’ now calling himself ‘Predador,’ absolutely dominated Mateusz Gamrot, securing a rear-naked choke victory in the second round.

Merab Dvalishvili News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Merab Dvalishvili’s record-setting four title defenses in 2025 was done faster by UFC legend

Merab Dvalishvili has been granted his wish to break history later this year. On Monday, Dana White announced that Dvalishvili will headline UFC 323 in a bantamweight title defense against his former opponent Petr Yan.

Anderson Silva News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Anderson Silva began longest UFC title run ever with ‘manhandling’ Knockout of the Year win

Brazilian icon Anderson Silva announced himself to the global mixed martial arts audience with one of the most brutal striking displays in the sport’s history.

Jan Blachowicz News / Stadium Rant / October 14

Jan Blachowicz Faces A Pivotal Moment In His Career At UFC 323

Jan Blachowicz has his next assignment. On Monday, Dana White announced that the former light heavyweight champion would be drawing the fast-rising Bogdan Guskov at UFC 323.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Merab Dvalishvili set takedown record in dominant Petr Yan win before UFC 323 rematch was confirmed

Entering his incoming UFC 323 return, Merab Dvalishvili will do so with the knowledge he can control his next title challenger at will. Making another quickfire return to the Octagon before the end of the year, bantamweight kingpin Merab Dvalishvili will welcome the challenge of past foe Petr Yan to his throne.

Tom Aspinall News / EssentiallySports / October 14

Tom Aspinall Announces He’ll Vacate Title After UFC 321 Under One Condition

MMA doesn’t just teach athletes how to fight — it also instills values like brotherhood and loyalty toward teammates. This was evident a few years ago

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / October 14

UFC Star Risks Dana White’s Punishment After Leaking Sean O’Malley’s Next Fight

When Dana White said, “Sean O’Malley isn’t gonna be a star. He is a star,” he firmly believed that he had the next Conor McGregor in his hands after his UFC 292 title win.